Corpus Christi public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will review several grants, contracts, and appointments, including a briefing on the South Texas Military Task Force. Items for consideration include large-scale vehicle acquisitions and various service agreements for city departments. The council will also address a rezoning request for property near State Highway 44.

• $12,138,349.14 acquisition of 122 vehicles and machinery for various departments
• Rezoning property near 8902 State Highway 44 from residential to industrial
• $189,547.47 in grants for Homeland Security, including bomb squad and SWAT enhancements
• Up to $6,218,100.00 contract for asphalt and cold mix supply
• $668,250.00 service agreement for the Elderly Nutrition Program home-delivered meals

The City Council approved a $19.85 million contract for the FY 2022 Residential Street Rebuild Program covering 43 neighborhood projects, and authorized the City Manager to negotiate land acquisition term sheets for seawater desalination sites. The Council also passed a first-reading ordinance requiring permits for short-term rentals, and approved a $1.65 million settlement in litigation over the New Broadway Waste Water Treatment Plant. Several other contracts, grants, and zoning changes were approved on the consent agenda or individually.

• Approved $19.85M FY 2022 Residential Street Rebuild Program for 43 projects (consent agenda)
• Authorized negotiating land term sheets for desalination sites at Inner Harbor and La Quinta Channel (7-2)
• Passed first reading of short-term rental permit ordinance (7-2)
• Approved $1.65M settlement in Carollo Engineers litigation (unanimous)
• Approved $4.67M contract for Holly and Rand Morgan Elevated Storage Tank valves/pumps (8-1)
• Approved $4.86M Port Avenue Water Line Replacement contract (consent agenda)
• Approved $4.11M Oso Water Reclamation Plant aeration improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved $189,547 in Homeland Security grants for police/fire equipment (consent agenda)

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The TIRZ No. 2 Board will review financial reports as of October 31, 2021. The board will also consider a motion regarding the meeting calendar and receive updates on future agenda items.

• Financial reports as of October 31, 2021
• Motion approving Board Meeting Calendar
• Staff updates on amending the project and financing plan
• Staff updates on the extension of TIRZ #2

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The board will consider expanding the Downtown Streetscape Program to include parking lot improvements and electrical amenities. Members will also vote on reimbursement agreements for property improvements on S Chaparral Street. Additionally, the board may enter executive session to discuss legal issues regarding economic development near Brewster and Tancahua Streets.

• Expansion of Downtown Streetscape Program parameters
• Reimbursement agreement for 213 S Chaparral Street up to $51,774
• Reimbursement agreement for 601 N Chaparral Street up to $70,166
• Approval of the Board Meeting Calendar
• Executive session regarding economic development agreements near Brewster and Tancahua Streets

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown board approved a reimbursement agreement with SEA District Hotel Group L.P. for a hotel at Brewster and Tancahua streets, not to exceed $1,560,000 over 10 years, and directed staff to negotiate a second agreement up to $1,075,000 if the TIRZ is extended. The board also expanded the Downtown Streetscape Program to include parking lot improvements, decorative fences, and exterior electrical amenities, and approved two streetscape reimbursement agreements for properties on Chaparral Street. All votes were unanimous (8-0) with four members absent.

• Approved $1,560,000 TIRZ #3 reimbursement agreement with SEA District Hotel Group L.P. for hotel at Brewster and Tancahua streets (8-0)
• Directed staff to negotiate up to $1,075,000 additional agreement with SEA District Hotel Group L.P. if TIRZ is extended (8-0)
• Expanded Downtown Streetscape Program to include parking lot improvements, decorative fence installation, and exterior electrical amenities (8-0)
• Approved $51,774 streetscape reimbursement agreement with Ryan Joseph for 213 S Chaparral Street (8-0)
• Approved $70,166 streetscape reimbursement agreement with Corpus Christi Point, L.L.C. for 601 N Chaparral Street (8-0)
• Approved 2022 TIRZ #3 Board meeting calendar (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code. This amendment includes increasing parkland dedication requirements and the Park Improvement Fee. The commission will also review several new plats and zoning requests.

• Rezoning 7601 Yorktown Boulevard from Farm Rural to Neighborhood Commercial
• Amending Unified Development Code regarding parkland dedication and fees
• New plat for Charlotte Estates (80 acres)
• New plat for London Towne Subdivision Unit 4 (24.34 acres)
• Rezoning 4716 Ocean Drive from Single-Family to Multifamily

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission denied a rezoning request at 4716 Ocean Drive from single-family to multifamily, despite staff recommending approval, after hearing opposition from nearby residents. The commission also tabled a proposed UDC text amendment that would have increased parkland dedication requirements and fees, to allow further discussion with the development community. Consent agenda items, including several new plats, time extensions, and a rezoning at 7601 Yorktown Boulevard, were approved as recommended.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-13, including new plats, time extensions, and rezoning at 7601 Yorktown Blvd (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning at 4716 Ocean Drive from RS-10 to RM-1 (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning at 3302 S. Alameda St. for car wash with special permit (4-3)
• Tabled UDC text amendment on park fees/dedication to March 9, 2022 meeting
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar for Planning Commission and Airport Zoning Commission
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021 meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss bylaws revisions, 2022 goals, and the Community Enrichment Fund process. It will also receive reports from various liaisons and department directors.

• Vote on Chair and Vice-Chair
• PRAC Bylaws Revisions
• 2022 PRAC Goals
• Community Enrichment Fund Process discussion
• Police Department Report

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved revised bylaws and unanimously re-elected Alissa Mejia as chairperson and Twila Stevens as vice-chairperson for 2021-2022. The committee also approved the October 13 meeting minutes and discussed the 2022 goals, with no changes. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational reports.

• Approved revised PRAC Bylaws (unanimous)
• Re-elected Alissa Mejia as Chairperson and Twila Stevens as Vice-Chairperson for 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the 10/13/21 PRAC Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed 2022 PRAC Goals; no changes made

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will discuss a design update for the Police Training Academy and review several zoning requests. The agenda also includes updates on the JFK Causeway Bridge Project and COVID-19. The Council will also consider various city contracts and grants.

• $6,683,000 construction contract for O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant improvements
• Design update for the Police Training Academy
• Adoption of a new City of Corpus Christi Historic Preservation Plan
• $189,547.47 in Homeland Security grants for police and fire equipment
• Rezoning of 3538 Airline Road to Multifamily District

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to approve the November 16, 2021 minutes and the 2021 Annual Report. Members will also receive updates on the City Auditor's activities and the fraud, waste, and abuse hotline. An executive session regarding personnel matters for the City Auditor is scheduled.

• Approval of November 16, 2021 minutes (21-1641)
• Approval of Audit Committee Annual Report - 2021 (21-1653)
• Update on Hotline for Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Activity (21-1654)
• City Auditor's Update (21-1642)
• Executive session regarding City Auditor personnel matters (22-0017)

The Audit Committee approved the November 16, 2021 minutes and the Audit Committee Annual Report for 2021, both by unanimous vote. Members received briefings on the fraud, waste, and abuse hotline and the City Auditor's update, but took no action on either. The committee also held an executive session on personnel matters regarding the City Auditor, with no action taken afterward.

• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Audit Committee Annual Report - 2021 (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will discuss international outreach and exchange programs. Topics include Mexico outreach, student and cultural exchange programs, and the 60th anniversary of the relationship with Yokosuka, Japan. The committee will also address funding sources and budget allocation.

• Mexico Sister City Outreach
• Student Exchange Program
• Cultural Exchange Program
• 60th Anniversary of relationship with Yokosuka, Japan
• Budget Allocation

The committee unanimously approved the November 8, 2021 meeting minutes. No public comment was given. Discussions covered re-establishing ties with Playa del Carmen, a possible 2022 student exchange (contingent on COVID-19 safety), planning a cultural exchange to France, and the 60th anniversary with Yokosuka, Japan, which may need additional funding. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from 11/08/21 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Mexico Sister City outreach, including Playa del Carmen re-establishment
• Discussed Student Exchange Program, with 2022 use uncertain due to COVID-19
• Discussed Cultural Exchange Program to France, with two pianists from Del Mar College
• Discussed 60th Anniversary with Yokosuka, Japan, tentatively July 2022
• Discussed funding for exchanges and anniversary, noting shortfall for anniversary

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee approved the proposed 2022 Annual Audit Plan, placing A5 (Neighborhood Services Homeless Initiatives) on hold pending a City Council presentation and prioritizing A8 (Asset Management Fleet Maintenance) over A6, A7, and A9. The committee also approved the October 12, 2021 minutes and accepted the AU20-F01 Contract Compliance follow-up report for the Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted AU20-F01 Contract Compliance - Corpus Christi Convention and Visitor's Bureau Follow-up Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Audit Plan with A5 on hold and A8 as priority alternate (unanimous)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A will meet to elect officers for the upcoming term. The meeting includes approval of the 2022 meeting calendar and a review of the financial report as of September 30, 2021. A presentation on Texas A&M Civil and Industrial Engineering Programs is also scheduled.

• Election of officers for a term ending September 30, 2022
• Approval of the 2022 meeting calendar
• Review of Type A financial report as of September 30, 2021
• Presentation on Texas A&M Civil and Industrial Engineering Programs

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board elected Lee Trujillo as President, Robert Tamez as Vice-President, and Diana Summers as Secretary for a term ending September 30, 2022. The board also approved the minutes of the October 18, 2021 meeting and the 2022 meeting calendar, both unanimously. A financial report was presented and discussed, including the de-obligation of a Brownsville project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Lee Trujillo as President, Robert Tamez as Vice-President, and Diana Summers as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 18, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The board will hold elections for officers for the term ending September 30, 2022. They will also consider approving the 2022 meeting calendar and reviewing the financial report as of September 30, 2021.

• Election of officers for a term ending September 30, 2022
• Approval of the 2022 Corpus Christi B Corporation Meeting Calendar
• Type B Financial Report as of September 30, 2021
• Approval of October 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Corpus Christi B Corporation board unanimously approved the October 18, 2021 meeting minutes and received the financial report as of September 30, 2021. The board elected Lee Trujillo as President, Robert Tamez as Vice-President, and Diana Summers as Secretary for a term ending September 30, 2022. It also approved the 2022 meeting calendar. No public comments were made, and no closed session was held.

• Approved minutes of October 18, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Lee Trujillo as President, Robert Tamez as Vice-President, Diana Summers as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider several new plat approvals for residential developments, including Caroline's Heights and Water's Edge at Kitty Hawk. The meeting also includes public hearings for rezoning properties on Sweet Bay Drive and London Pirate Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss a text amendment regarding Air Installation Compatibility Use Zone maps.

• Rezoning property near 4042 Sweet Bay Drive from Farm Rural to Single-Family districts
• Rezoning property near 2601 London Pirate Road to Single-Family 6 District
• Final plat approval for Caroline's Heights Unit 1 (18.72 acres)
• Final plat approval for Water's Edge at Kitty Hawk Unit 3 (13.65 acres)
• Ordinance amendment for reviewing Air Installation Compatibility Use Zone maps during zoning requests

The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda (items 2-6), including three new plats and two rezoning requests, as recommended by staff. It also approved a time extension for Westwood Heights Unit 4, a wastewater infrastructure waiver for Manning Acres, and a UDC text amendment to review AICUZ maps during zoning changes. The commission denied a sidewalk waiver for Manning Acres, requiring sidewalk construction. All votes were unanimous with no public comments.

• Approved consent agenda items 2-6: Dolce Vita PUD, Caroline's Heights Unit 1, Water's Edge at Kitty Hawk Unit 3 plats; rezoning at 4042 Sweet Bay Drive and 2601 London Pirate Road
• Approved time extension for Westwood Heights Unit 4 final plat
• Approved Manning Acres Lot 1R & Lot 2 replat
• Approved wastewater infrastructure waiver for Manning Acres (estimated $3M construction)
• Denied sidewalk waiver for Manning Acres, requiring sidewalk construction
• Recommended approval of UDC text amendment to include AICUZ maps review in zoning changes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a vote for Chair and Vice-Chair and discuss revisions to PRAC bylaws. Agenda items also include reviewing 2022 goals and the Community Enrichment Fund process.

• Vote on Chair and Vice-Chair
• PRAC Bylaws Revisions
• 2022 PRAC Goals
• Community Enrichment Fund Process

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to create the Corpus Christi Health Department and amend the city budget. The agenda also includes approving several police grants for victim services and equipment. Additionally, the council will review various contracts for infrastructure repairs and facility upgrades.

• Ordinance creating the Corpus Christi Health Department
• $192,413 DOJ grant for police equipment including tasers and riot shields
• $620,400 contract for Fire Station #3 design services
• $903,679 construction contract for Salt Flats Levee repairs
• $391,000 upgrade for escalators at Corpus Christi International Airport

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will discuss a transfer to the Intergovernmental Relations Department. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Mexico outreach, student and cultural exchange programs, and budget allocation. Additionally, the 60th anniversary of the relationship with Yokosuka, Japan is on the agenda.

• Transfer to Intergovernmental Relations Department (21-1583)
• Mexico Sister City Outreach (21-1587)
• Student Exchange Program discussion (21-1574)
• 60th Anniversary of relationship with Yokosuka, Japan (21-1576)
• Budget Allocation (21-1578)

Municipal Court Committee

The committee will discuss reports regarding municipal court case backlogs, case loads, and fee collections. Members may also enter executive session to discuss legal issues and personnel matters related to Municipal Court judges. No items are listed for action on the regular agenda.

• Report on backlog of cases at Municipal Court (21-1529)
• Review of municipal court data regarding case loads, dispositions, and fees (21-1280)
• Comparative analysis of other Texas municipal courts (21-1528)
• Executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court judges (21-1281)

The Municipal Court Committee met and approved the minutes from the April 2, 2021 meeting. The committee then discussed a report on the backlog of cases at Municipal Court, including issues such as technology needs, case disposal rates, and coordination between city administration and the court. No formal decisions were made on the backlog. The committee also held an executive session regarding legal and personnel matters, but no action was taken in open session.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed backlog of cases at Municipal Court (no action)
• Held executive session on legal and personnel matters (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider proposed changes to the Unified Development Code and a briefing on Community Enrichment Fund processes. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and plat approvals for various local developments. Additionally, a briefing on the 2020 Air Installation Compatibility Use Zone update is scheduled.

• Rezoning property near 4716 Ocean Drive from RS-10 to RM-AT
• Rezoning property near 3302 South Alameda Street from ON to CN-1
• Proposed Unified Development Code amendments regarding historic designation review
• Final plat approval for La Villa Hermosa PUD Phase 1 (20.710 acres)
• Special permit time extension for property near 7349 State Highway 361

The Planning Commission approved several plats and zoning items, denied a sidewalk waiver, and tabled two rezoning requests to the December 8, 2021 meeting. A request to rezone 3302 South Alameda Street to CN-1 was tabled after public opposition, and a rezoning at 4716 Ocean Drive was also tabled. The commission approved a 24-month special permit time extension for an RV resort at 7349 State Highway 361, and approved UDC text amendments removing the commission from historic designation review.

• Approved plats 21PL1053, 21PL1127, 21PL1132, 21PL1134, 21PL1137 (items 3-7) as presented
• Approved rezoning at 3202 Interstate 69 (item 10) as presented
• Tabled rezoning at 3302 South Alameda Street (item 9) to December 8, 2021
• Tabled rezoning at 4716 Ocean Drive (item 8) to December 8, 2021
• Approved 24-month special permit time extension for RV resort at 7349 State Highway 361 (item 11), with Commissioner Zarghouni opposed
• Approved plat 21PL1130 (item 12) but denied sidewalk waiver (item 13)
• Approved UDC text amendments removing Planning Commission from historic designation review (item 14)
• Postponed Platting 101 training to a later meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including infrastructure projects, grant acceptances, and utility contracts. The agenda includes a major construction contract for the Packery Channel Restoration Project and various park and water system improvements.

• $12,359,049.30 construction contract for the Packery Channel Restoration Project
• Rezoning of property near 2302 County Road 43 to a single-family district
• Up to $175,000 in city funds for splash pad improvements at Westhaven Park
• $355,000 land acquisition near Laguna Madre for stormwater re-route
• Approval of the 2021 Property Tax Levy of $149,146,111.13

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The TIRZ No. 3 Board of Directors will consider a reimbursement agreement with Buccaneer Commission, Inc. for property improvements. The agenda also includes financial reports and a presentation on the 2021 Downtown Residential Market Study.

• Reimbursement agreement for 1316 N Chaparral Street up to $200,000
• Approval of July, August, and September 2021 meeting minutes
• TIRZ #3 financial reports as of August 31, 2021
• Presentation of the 2021 Downtown Residential Market Study

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board approved a Downtown Streetscape Reimbursement Agreement with Buccaneer Commission, Inc. for improvements at 1316 N Chaparral Street, with a total incentive amount not to exceed $200,000. The board also unanimously approved minutes from previous meetings and received a financial report and a residential market study presentation. No public comments were made, and no executive session items were discussed.

• Approved Downtown Streetscape Reimbursement Agreement with Buccaneer Commission, Inc. for up to $200,000 (10-0)
• Approved minutes from July 27, August 31, and September 21, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes, infrastructure contracts, and grant acceptances. Key items include the Packery Channel Restoration Project and Callicoatte Road reconstruction.

• Packery Channel Restoration Project construction contract for $12,359,049.30
• Callicoatte Road reconstruction contract with Reytec Construction Resources for $1,927,197.50
• Asphalt supply agreement with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. up to $2,080,275.00
• Westhaven Park improvements including a splash pad water feature
• Rezoning of property at or near 4110 Molina Drive

The City Council approved a resolution to withdraw from the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, effective 90 days after notice, and to create a City of Corpus Christi Health Department. The vote was 8-0 with one member absent. The council also approved several other items, including a $12.36 million contract for the Packery Channel Restoration Project and a $1.93 million road reconstruction contract.

• Approved resolution to withdraw from Public Health District and create City Health Department (8-0)
• Approved $12,359,049.30 Packery Channel Restoration contract with Callan Marine (9-0)
• Approved $1,927,197.50 Callicoatte Road reconstruction contract with Reytec Construction (8-1)
• Approved $1,192,000 storm water master plan with Pape-Dawson Engineers (9-0)
• Approved $375,000 Westhaven Park splash pad interlocal agreement with Nueces County (8-1)
• Approved rezoning at 2302 County Road 43 to RS-4.5 (7-2)
• Approved $1,550,000 DSHS public health workforce grant (9-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 Texas State Aquarium lease amendment for Wildlife Rescue Center (8-0, 1 abstention)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The board will consider a motion for improvements to Whataburger Field up to $701,800 and a resolution for a securities safekeeping agreement with Frost Bank. The meeting also includes quarterly reports on engineering services and economic development.

• Improvements to Whataburger Field up to $701,800
• Safekeeping agreement with Frost Bank for $3,100 per year
• Engineering Services Quarterly Report
• CCREDC Quarterly Update (Q4 2021)

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board unanimously approved a $701,800 project for improvements to Whataburger Field, including field lighting, a women's personnel clubhouse, and a visitor's clubhouse. The board also approved a safekeeping agreement with Frost Bank for securities investments, with an annual cost of $3,100 and a total not to exceed $15,500. Minutes from the August 16 and August 30, 2021 meetings were approved unanimously. No public comments were made, and no closed session items were held.

• Approved $701,800 for Whataburger Field improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Frost Bank safekeeping agreement, $3,100/year, not to exceed $15,500 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 16 and August 30, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The board will review financial reports as of August 31, 2021, and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will also consider a resolution for a securities safekeeping agreement with Frost Bank.

• Resolution 21-1385 authorizing a Frost Bank safekeeping agreement up to $5,500
• Approval of September 20, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of Type B financial reports as of August 31, 2021

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B board approved a resolution authorizing a safekeeping agreement with Frost Bank for securities investments, with an annual cost of $1,100 and a total not to exceed $5,500 through December 31, 2025. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 20, 2021 meeting and received the financial reports as of August 31, 2021. No public comments were made, and no closed session or public hearing items were held.

• Approved Frost Bank safekeeping agreement for securities investments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received financial reports as of August 31, 2021 (discussed, no formal action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several subdivision plats and sidewalk waiver requests. The commission will also consider rezoning properties on 14th Street and State Highway 44. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on amending the Unified Development Code regarding historic designations.

• Rezoning property near 1645 14th Street from two-family and general commercial to multifamily district
• Rezoning property at 8902 State Highway 44 from single-family to industrial compatible district
• Preliminary plat for London Towne Subdivision (138.30 acres)
• Text amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding historic designations and Board of Adjustment reviews

The Planning Commission approved multiple plats, a rezoning, and several sidewalk waivers. It approved a rezoning at 1645 14th Street to RM-2 Multifamily, and approved a rezoning at 8902 State Highway 44 to CC/SP with conditions. It also approved several new plats and time extensions, and denied a sidewalk waiver for the Nueces River Irrigation Park plat.

• Approved new plats 2-8 (Madalynn Estates, Ferrell No.2, Riverbend, Queen's Crossing, Laguna Vista Shores, London Towne, Rodd Plaza South)
• Approved time extension for Bridges Mill Village Unit 2 (item 11)
• Approved rezoning at 1645 14th Street to RM-2 Multifamily (item 12)
• Approved plat with waiver for Highway Village (items 9-10, York abstaining)
• Approved plat but denied sidewalk waiver for Nueces River Irrigation Park (items 13-14, Dibble and York opposed)
• Approved replat and sidewalk waiver for Flour Bluff Estates (items 15-16, York abstaining)
• Approved replat and sidewalk waiver for Ports O' Call (items 17-18)
• Approved rezoning at 8902 State Highway 44 to CC/SP with conditions (item 19)

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council is reviewing various zoning changes, municipal contracts, and public health grants. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19, the city budget, and natural gas prices.

• $6,000,000 construction contract for storm water infrastructure rehabilitation
• $3,000,000 for a new Wildlife Rescue Center at Texas State Aquarium
• $1,550,000 grant for public health workforce and COVID-19 response
• Zoning changes for properties on Waldron Road, South Staples Street, and Violet Road
• $59,000 grant for police officer overtime and retirement

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider reports regarding the Water Department's Mustang Hollow project and the Aviation Department's rental car agencies. The committee will also discuss overtime compensation for exempt employees at COVID-19 vaccination clinics.

• Mustang Hollow Agreed Upon Procedures Report (Water Department)
• Aviation Department Rental Car Agencies Follow-up Report
• Exempt employee overtime compensation for COVID-19 vaccination clinics
• City Auditor's Update
• Executive session regarding City Auditor personnel matters

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the July 20, 2021 minutes, the Water Department Mustang Hollow Agreed Upon Procedures report, the Aviation Department Rental Car Agencies follow-up report, and the COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Exempt Employee Overtime Compensation report. The executive session item on City Auditor duties was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:33 AM.

• Approved July 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved SP20-001 Water Department Mustang Hollow Agreed Upon Procedures report (unanimous)
• Approved AU18-F05 Aviation Department Rental Car Agencies follow-up report (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Exempt Employee Overtime Compensation report (unanimous)
• No action taken on executive session item regarding City Auditor duties

Sister City Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss its vision and strategic plan. Agenda items include strengthening relationships with cities in Mexico and celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Yokosuka, Japan relationship. The committee will also address student and cultural exchange programs, funding sources, and budget allocation.

• Vision and Strategic Plan for the Committee
• Strengthening relationships with Monterrey, Vera Cruz, and Playa del Carmen, Mexico
• Student and cultural exchange programs
• 60th anniversary of relationship with Yokosuka, Japan
• Funding sources and budget allocation

Planning Commission

The commission will consider several new land plats and a rezoning request for property near Airline Road. The agenda also includes amendments to the Urban Transportation Plan and the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan.

• Rezoning property near 3538 Airline Road from Farm Rural to Multifamily District
• Amending the Urban Transportation Plan to extend Martin Street south by approximately 1,100 feet
• Amending the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan for the Allison Service Area
• Reviewing new plats including Padre Island Section No. 4 and Portside Subdivision
• Rezoning property near 3942 Cimarron Boulevard from Farm Rural to Multifamily District

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved a rezoning at 3942 Cimarron Boulevard from Farm Rural to RS-6 Single-Family with a Special Permit allowing a multifamily apartment complex, with conditions on density, setbacks, buffer yards, lighting, and dumpster placement. The commission also approved multiple plat approvals, a rezoning at 3538 Airline Road to RM-3 Multifamily, an Urban Transportation Plan amendment, a Wastewater Master Plan amendment, and a wastewater waiver for the Drillen Subdivision. All votes were unanimous or passed with noted abstentions.

• Approved rezoning at 3942 Cimarron Blvd to RS-6/SP with special permit for multifamily (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3538 Airline Road from FR to RM-3 Multifamily (passed)
• Approved 11 consent agenda items including plats and UTP amendment (passed)
• Approved Wastewater Master Plan amendment for Allison Service Area (passed, Salazar-Garza abstained)
• Approved wastewater waiver for Drillen Subdivision items 16 & 17 (passed)
• Approved absence for Salazar-Garza, disapproved for Mandel (passed, Dibble no)
• Elected Schroeder and York as UDC advisory group representatives (passed)
• Approved September 15, 2021 meeting minutes (passed)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and various municipal service contracts. The agenda also includes a briefing on seawater desalination and a $4 million business incentive for an unmanned aircraft system center.

• $4,000,000 Business Incentive Agreement for the Lone Star Unmanned Aircraft System Center
• $182,000 grant for traffic enforcement with a $57,234 city match
• Rezoning of 4121 Waldron Road from Farm Rural to Estate Residential
• Amendment to BlueCross BlueShield health benefits totaling approximately $3,252,100
• New ordinance establishing tree requirements for residential street yards

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Board of Directors will consider motions to approve two Downtown Streetscape Reimbursement Agreements. These items involve incentive amounts for property improvements at 1030 Third Street and 1102 Santa Fe Street.

• Reimbursement agreement with Roll-Call, Inc. for 1030 Third Street up to $18,460
• Reimbursement agreement with RAF Real Estate Investments, LLC for 1102 Santa Fe Street up to $66,750

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B is considering motions regarding housing and infrastructure funding. The agenda includes a proposed two-year agreement for affordable housing and a public hearing for a golf course lighting project.

• $1,000,000 for the Infill Housing Incentive Program
• $500,000 allocation for Lozano Executive 9 Golf Course Lighting Project
• Approval of August 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Type B Financial Reports as of July 31, 2021

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B board approved a two-year agreement with the City to provide up to $1,000,000 in affordable housing funding for the Infill Housing Incentive Program, after amending the budget to allocate $500,000 for FY2022 with intent to consider $500,000 for FY2023. The board also approved allocating up to $500,000 from Type B sales tax for the Lozano Executive 9 Golf Course Lighting Project, with a 6-1 vote (Tamez voting no). Minutes from prior meetings were approved and one absence excused. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 25, and 30 meetings (unanimous)
• Excused Tamez's absence for August 16 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved two-year agreement with City for up to $1,000,000 for Infill Housing Incentive Program (unanimous)
• Amended budget to allocate $500,000 for FY2022 for Infill Housing Incentive Program, with intent to consider $500,000 for FY2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 allocation for Lozano Executive 9 Golf Course Lighting Project (6-1, Tamez no)

Municipal Court Committee

The committee will discuss a report regarding the backlog of cases at the Municipal Court. Members may also enter executive session to consult with attorneys on legal issues and discuss personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges.

• Report on Backlog of Cases at Municipal Court (21-1280)
• Executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges (21-1281)
• Approval of April 2, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new plat approvals and time extensions for various developments. The commission will also consider two public hearings regarding rezoning requests in Cimarron Boulevard and Mary Street.

• Rezoning property near 3942 Cimarron Boulevard from Farm Rural to Multifamily District
• Rezoning properties near 2210 Mary Street to Intensive Commercial District
• Approval of new plats including Rancho Vista Subdivision Unit 23 (13.81 acres)
• Approval of new plats including Jade Heights (23.39 acres)
• Time extension requests for Padre Harbor Units 1, 2, and 3

The Planning Commission tabled a rezoning request for a 240-unit apartment complex at 3942 Cimarron Boulevard to the September 29, 2021 meeting, after concerns about incorrect public notice times and neighborhood opposition. The commission approved consent agenda items 2-10, including new plats and a time extension, and approved time extensions for items 12-15. It also approved a wastewater waiver for Country Acres Subdivision, denied a sidewalk waiver for Hemingway Townhomes but approved a second waiver, and approved a rezoning with a special permit for a parking lot at 2210 Mary Street.

• Tabled rezoning at 3942 Cimarron Boulevard to September 29, 2021 meeting.
• Approved consent agenda items 2-10, including new plats and a time extension.
• Approved time extensions for Park Springs IHS, Padre Harbor Units 1-3.
• Approved wastewater waiver for Country Acres Subdivision, with one abstention.
• Denied sidewalk waiver #1 for Hemingway Townhomes, approved waiver #2.
• Approved rezoning at 2210 Mary Street with special permit for parking lot.
• Approved minutes of September 1, 2021 meeting.
• Approved absence for Commissioner Mandel.

City Council

The City Council will review the FY 2022 Adopted Budget Overview and updates on city operations. The meeting includes decisions on several infrastructure contracts, public safety grants, and zoning changes.

• Asphalt supply agreements totaling up to $10,745,068
• Up to $2,300,000 for Gabe Lozano Golf Course renovations
• $429,518 grant for the Motor Vehicle Theft Unit
• Rezoning of 810 19th Street to include a Historic Overlay
• $258,341 contract for park development near the Harbor Bridge

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee tabled a motion to preserve TC Ayers Park's history, opting instead for quarterly updates from staff. Members also created a subcommittee to review and revise the committee's bylaws, which had not been updated since 2011. The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes with a correction and discussed police reports on park issues.

• Approved 8/11/21 meeting minutes with correction to 'Sherrill Veteran's Memorial Park' (unanimous)
• Tabled TC Ayers Park preservation motion; agreed to quarterly updates from staff
• Created subcommittee to review and revise PRAC bylaws; appointed Amy McCoy and Florence East (unanimous)
• Appointed Jacob Dryden as liaison to Bayside Area Development Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 operating and capital budgets. This includes setting a property tax rate of $0.646264 per $100 valuation, which is a 4.84% increase over the no-new-revenue rate. The agenda also includes various department fee adjustments and zoning changes.

• Adoption of the $444,548,826 Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Budget
• Property tax rate setting at $0.646264 per $100 valuation
• Acceptance of a $429,518 grant for the Motor Vehicle Theft Unit
• Rezoning of 810 19th Street to include a Historic Overlay
• Funding up to $2,300,000 for Gabe Lozano Golf Course renovations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several new land plats and a rezoning request for the City Bakery area. The commission will also consider amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding landscaping and tree planting in single and two-family residential districts.

• Rezoning property near 810 Nineteenth Street to include a Historic Overlay
• Amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding landscaping and tree planting
• New plat for Industrial Technology Park Unit 3 (2.997 acres)
• Preliminary plat for Saratoga Downs, Unit 4 (33.01 acres)
• New plat for Ocean View Addition

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Unified Development Code text amendment requiring tree planting in single and two-family residential districts, with a correction to specify street-yard planting for certain districts. The commission also conditionally approved a preliminary plat for Saratoga Downs Unit 4 and approved several other plats and a rezoning for the City Bakery property.

• Recommended approval of UDC tree-planting text amendment (motion passed, 2 no votes)
• Conditionally approved Saratoga Downs Unit 4 preliminary plat (21PL1076)
• Approved consent agenda plats 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and zoning item 8
• Approved absence for Commissioner Mandel
• Approved August 18, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Council will consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 operating and capital budgets. This includes a proposed property tax rate of $0.646264 per $100 valuation, representing a 4.84% increase over the no-new-revenue rate.

• Adoption of FY 2021-2022 Capital Budget in the amount of $444,548,826
• Proposed property tax rate of $0.646264 per $100 valuation
• $2,406,250 contract for the Community Youth Development Program
• $863,195.05 construction contract for Corpus Christi Army Depot flight line improvements
• $311,756 service agreement for Broadway Wastewater Treatment Plant maintenance

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The TIRZ No. 3 Board is considering a $765,000 agreement with the Downtown Management District for program administration and maintenance. The board will also consider an extension for Fieldberry, LLC to complete streetscape improvements by February 28, 2022. Presentations on parking occupancy and right-of-way projects are also scheduled.

• $765,000 agreement for program administration and downtown maintenance
• Extension of Fieldberry, LLC streetscape improvements to February 28, 2022
• FY 2022 Service Plan approval
• 2021 Parking Occupancy Update presentation

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation is considering a business incentive agreement with Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. The board will also review seven small business assistance agreements totaling up to $701,800.

• $4,000,000 incentive for Lone Star Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center
• $1,103,000 budget appropriation for the first year of TAMU-CC funding
• Seven small business assistance agreements totaling up to $701,800

The Corpus Christi B Corporation approved a business incentive agreement with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi for up to $4,000,000 for the Lone Star Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center, including a $1,103,000 FY 2022 budget appropriation. The board also approved seven small business assistance agreements totaling up to $701,800 with LiftFund, SCORE, TAMU-CC, and Del Mar College. Both items passed unanimously with no public comments.

• Approved $4M incentive agreement with TAMU-CC for Lone Star Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center (unanimous)
• Amended FY 2022 budget to appropriate $1,103,000 for first year of drone center funding (unanimous)
• Approved seven small business assistance agreements totaling up to $701,800 (unanimous)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A will consider a motion to amend the FY 2021-22 budget. The proposal involves moving $701,800 from seven small business agreements to fund upgrades at Whataburger Field. The Board will also receive a presentation regarding capital improvements for the field.

• Motion 21-1191: Reallocate $701,800 from seven small business agreements to Whataburger Field upgrades
• Presentation: Whataburger Field Capital Improvements

The board unanimously approved a motion to amend the FY 2021-22 Type A Budget, cancelling seven Small Business Assistance Program contracts totaling $701,800 and reallocating those funds to Whataburger Field for MLB-required modifications. Staff also presented a request for up to $1,076,000 for field improvements, recommending shifting the small business contracts from the Type A to Type B budget, but no vote was taken on this item. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments, financial report, or closed session items.

• Approved motion 21-1191 to reallocate $701,800 from seven small business agreements to Whataburger Field upgrades
• Cancelled seven Small Business Assistance Program contracts totaling $701,800
• Heard presentation 21-1204 on Whataburger Field capital improvements, including a funding request not to exceed $1,076,000 (no vote taken)

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is holding a workshop session regarding the FY 2022 budget. This meeting is for informational purposes only, and no official action or public comment will be taken. The discussion includes the HOT Tax, American Bank Center, Visit Corpus Christi, and Development Services.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for HOT Tax
• American Bank Center budget review
• Visit Corpus Christi budget review
• Development Services budget review

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B will hold briefings regarding two programs. These workshops focus on the Infill Housing Incentive Program and recreational facilities to support the city's economic base and housing opportunities.

• Workshop on Infill Housing Incentive Program (21-1063)
• Workshop on Recreational Facilities (21-1084)

The Corpus Christi B Corporation held a workshop-only meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Staff briefed the board on the Infill Housing Incentive Program, including revised guidelines, a proposed budget, and plans to educate the public. A second briefing covered recreational facility improvements, including Lozano Golf Course, Packery Channel, and several parks, with staff recommending $2,482,700 in Type B funds over FY2022 and FY2023. The meeting adjourned without any action taken.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop with briefings only.
• Heard presentation on Infill Housing Incentive Program, including revised guidelines and proposed use of Type B affordable housing funds.
• Heard presentation on recreational facilities, including Lozano Golf Course improvements and park projects, with a staff recommendation of $2,482,700 in Type B funds.
• Discussed potential changes to program agreement wording, including increasing funding to up to $1 million for the infill program.
• Discussed selling city lots for the infill program and the process for selling city lots.
• Discussed raising green fees and the legality of using Type B funds for golf course and park improvements.
• Discussed scheduling a future briefing on how Type B was formed and parameters for B funds.

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes and service contracts. The agenda also includes discussions on federal grants for the airport and funding for youth development programs.

• $4,103,307 FAA grant to mitigate COVID-19 effects at Corpus Christi International Airport
• $1,500,000 agreement for a Public Safety Radio System upgrade
• Rezoning of 4606 Gulfbreeze Boulevard to a Planned Unit Development
• $2,406,250 contract for the Community Youth Development Program
• $1,000,000 agreement for temporary staffing for COVID-19 health clinic services

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council held a workshop session regarding the FY 2022 budget for several departments. This meeting was for informational purposes only, and no action will be taken or public comment solicited.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for Parks & Recreation, Libraries, Neighborhood Services, Asset Management, and Aviation Departments

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop session regarding the FY 2022 budget for various departments. This meeting is for informational purposes only, and no action or public comment will be taken.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for Development Services, Parks & Recreation, Libraries, Health District, Neighborhood Services, and Asset Management Departments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land subdivision plats and time extension requests. The meeting also includes public hearings for two property rezoning requests and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding landscaping and tree planting in residential districts.

• Rezoning of 6342 Old Brownsville Road from RS-6 to FR
• Rezoning of 4110 Molina Drive from CN-1 to RS-6
• Amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding landscaping and tree planting
• Preliminary plat for Pin Oak Terminal Tract (227.22 acres)
• Final plat for Highland Oaks Unit 6 Subdivision (19.64 acres)

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved a consent agenda of plats, time extensions, waivers, and two rezoning requests. The commission tabled a proposed Unified Development Code text amendment on landscaping and tree planting in residential districts to its September 1, 2021 meeting for additional research and public input. Commissioner Miller volunteered to serve on the Bayside Area Development Plan Advisory Committee.

• Approved consent agenda items 2-12, including new plats, time extensions, waivers, and two rezoning requests
• Tabled UDC text amendment on residential tree planting to September 1, 2021 meeting
• Approved August 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved absences for Chairman Baugh, Vice Chairman Dibble, and Commissioner Mandel
• Commissioner Miller volunteered for Bayside Area Development Plan Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including airport infrastructure grants and new city ordinances regarding parking and public right-of-way. The agenda also includes updates on the IH-37 Bridge replacement and seawater desalination.

• $3,310,001 FAA grant for Corpus Christi International Airport runway and taxiway improvements
• $4,103,307 ARPA grant for airport operations and COVID-19 mitigation
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on unimproved surfaces on residential lots with a $500 penalty
• Ordinance prohibiting sitting or lying in public right-of-ways in certain districts
• $540,200 contract for the restoration of the Coral Vines Elevated Storage Tank

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is conducting a workshop session regarding the FY 2022 budget for the Capital Budget and Gas Department. These items are for informational purposes only, and no official action or public comment will be taken.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for Capital Budget and Gas Department

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Board will consider a $150,000 incentive agreement for the Del Mar College Small Business Development Center. Members will also review one-year renewals for six small business assistance agreements totaling up to $551,800. Additionally, the agenda includes updates to investment policies and financial reports.

• $150,000 incentive agreement with Del Mar College Small Business Development Center
• Renewal of six small business assistance agreements up to $551,800
• Enrollment in Texas CLASS and Texas CLASS Government Investment Pools
• Amendment of the 2021-2022 Investment Policy and Strategy

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) board approved a $150,000 small business incentive agreement with Del Mar College for the Small Business Development Center, and a one-year renewal of six small business assistance agreements totaling up to $551,800. The board also approved enrollment in Texas CLASS investment pools and reaffirmed its investment policy, and unanimously approved the July 19, 2021 minutes. No public comments were made, and no closed session items were discussed.

• Approved $150,000 small business incentive agreement with Del Mar College (unanimous)
• Approved one-year renewal of six small business assistance agreements up to $551,800 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing enrollment in Texas CLASS & Texas CLASS Government Investment Pools (unanimous)
• Approved resolution amending and reaffirming Investment Policy and Investment Strategy for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation will consider amending its guidelines for granting business incentives. The board will also review a motion to extend the completion date for an agreement with the United Service Organization of South Texas.

• Amendment to B Corporation Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Business Incentives
• Extension of USO business incentive agreement deadline to February 28, 2022
• Approval of July 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Type B Financial Reports as of June 30, 2021

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B board approved amendments to its business incentive guidelines and criteria, and approved an extension for the USO facility improvement completion date to February 28, 2022. The board also approved the July 19, 2021 meeting minutes and received the June 30, 2021 financial report. No closed session or public hearing items were held.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to business incentive guidelines and criteria (unanimous)
• Approved USO agreement amendment extending completion date to Feb 28, 2022 (unanimous, Wilson abstained)

City Council

The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consult with attorneys on legal matters related to Texas Governor Executive Order No. GA-38 and the COVID-19 disaster. The council may discuss court actions regarding masks and other emergency matters. This item was added following a situation involving a school mask mandate in Nueces County.

• Consultation with attorneys regarding Texas Governor Executive Order No. GA-38
• Discussion of legal issues related to COVID-19 disaster orders
• Review of court actions related to masks and emergency matters

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This City Council workshop session is for informational purposes only. No action will be taken or public comment solicited during this meeting. The session covers the FY 2022 budget for streets, stormwater, water/wastewater, capital budget, and the gas department.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for Streets, Stormwater (including Proposed Stormwater Fee), Water and Wastewater Utilities, Capital Budget and Gas Department

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss TC Ayers Pool mitigation and the removal of updates for the Flour Bluff Advisory Committee. An educational presentation regarding the Beach Flag System is also scheduled. The meeting includes reports from the Police Department and committee liaisons.

• TC Ayers Pool Mitigation
• Beach Flag System educational topic
• Reappointment of members
• Removal of updates for Flour Bluff Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee voted 7-1 to close the TC Ayers Pool, citing safety hazards from the new Harbor Bridge overpass and costly equipment failures. Staff recommended demolition, noting a full rebuild would cost $2.5 million, and the committee asked to preserve the TC Ayers name and explore alternative water features. The committee also approved the July 14 meeting minutes and excused Hannah Husby's absence.

• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes and excused Hannah Husby's absence (unanimous)
• Approved closing TC Ayers Pool, with efforts to preserve TC Ayers history and community involvement (7-1, Lawrence Heatley opposed)
• Discussed removing Flour Bluff Advisory Committee updates from future meetings
• Noted PRAC member reappointments will occur August 31, 2021

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council is reviewing several financial items, including a proposed ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding bond issuances and various zoning requests.

• Ordinance for $60,000,000 in General Improvement Refunding Bonds
• Construction contract for Corpus Christi International Airport terminal building for $4,422,288.50
• Proposed FY 2022 ad valorem tax rate of no more than $0.646264 per $100 valuation
• Ordinance for up to $18,500,000 for solid waste and city facilities improvements
• Rezoning request for property near 9142 South Staples Street

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This meeting consists of informational briefings regarding the FY 2022 budget workshops for the Police, Fire, and Solid Waste Departments. No action will be taken or public comment solicited during this session.

• FY 2022 Budget Workshop for Police, Fire, and Solid Waste Departments

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission is reviewing an ordinance to adopt a new City Historic Preservation Plan. The meeting also includes consideration of several land plats and various rezoning requests.

• Adoption of a new City of Corpus and Corpus Christi Historic Preservation Plan
• Rezoning 3413 South Staples Street from Neighborhood Office to Neighborhood Commercial
• Preliminary plat for Hemingway (134.03 acres) east of Greenwood Drive
• Rezoning 4121 Waldron Road from Farm Rural to Estate Residential
• Final plat for Russell Industrial Area, Block 12, Lot 7A (0.780 acres)

The Planning Commission approved the new City of Corpus Christi Historic Preservation Plan, which includes 16 strategies such as hiring a full-time preservation officer and updating ordinances. The Commission also approved several plats and zoning changes, including a conditional approval for the Hemingway preliminary plat and a rezoning at 2302 County Road 43. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved new Historic Preservation Plan (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved Hemingway preliminary plat, 134.03 acres (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 2302 County Road 43 from FR to RS-4.5 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 4121 Waldron Road from FR to RE (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3413 South Staples Street from ON to CN-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3617 Violet Road from FR to RS-22 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including plats and time extension (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the proposed FY 2022 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvements Program Budget. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 and seawater desalination, as well as the confirmation of Mike Markle as Chief of Police.

• Confirmation of Mike Markle as Chief of Police
• Presentation of the FY 2022 Proposed Annual Operating Budget
• Authorization of $4,182,070 in HUD funding for community development and housing
• $18,500,000 Certificate of Obligations for solid waste and facilities improvements
• $60,000,000 General Improvement Refunding Bonds

The City Council unanimously confirmed the City Manager's appointment of Mike Markle as Chief of Police, followed by a swearing-in ceremony. The council also approved the FY 2022 proposed budget presentation, a $1.2 billion total budget, and passed several ordinances and motions, including a $4.18 million HUD funding plan and a $60 million bond refunding ordinance. One item, a water permitting services contract, was tabled.

• Confirmed Mike Markle as Chief of Police (9-0)
• Approved FY 2022 proposed budget presentation ($1.2B total, $298.4M general fund)
• Approved $4.18M HUD funding plan for CDBG, ESG, HOME (5-4, as amended)
• Tabled $104,879 water permitting services contract with SWCA (8-1)
• Approved $60M General Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (first reading, 9-0)
• Approved $18.5M Certificate of Obligation delegation for Solid Waste and City Facilities (first reading, 9-0)
• Initiated historic landmark designation for City Bakery (9-0)
• Approved $72,100.78 LED streetlight conversion for Ocean Drive (consent)

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach Board of Directors will review the June 29, 2021 meeting minutes and financial reports as of May 31, 2021. The Board is also scheduled to consider a resolution approving the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget.

• Approval of the June 29, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Review of TIRZ #4 Financial Reports as of May 31, 2021
• Resolution for the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget with $315,178 in revenues and $105,105 in expenditures

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Board of Directors for Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget. The agenda also includes a motion to approve a streetscape reimbursement agreement for 209 N Water St. up to $18,613. Additionally, the board may enter executive session to discuss legal matters regarding development at 312 S. Chaparral.

• Proposed FY 2022 operating budget with $2,283,866 in revenues and $2,260,327 in expenditures
• Streetscape reimbursement agreement for 209 N Water St. up to $18,613
• Executive session regarding potential development agreements at 312 S. Chaparral up to $86,743
• Approval of June 22, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a presentation regarding the proposed FY2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program budget. The commission will also consider several platting requests for new subdivisions and land re-plats. Additionally, the Airport Zoning Commission will convene to review previous meeting minutes.

• Presentation of the proposed FY2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget
• New plat for Yorktown Heights, a 9.158-acre area
• New plat for Rancho Vista Subdivision Unit 24, totaling 13.30 acres
• Time extension request for the Turtle Cove Center Unit 2 replat
• Final plat and sidewalk approval for Flour Heights Block 1 Lot 24

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This meeting is a workshop session for the Corpus Christi City Council. The agenda items are for informational purposes only, and no council action or public comment will be taken.

• Seawater Desalination Workshop (Item 21-0839)

The City Council held a workshop session on seawater desalination, receiving updates from staff on site selection, permits, and costs for a proposed 20 million gallons per day plant. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting; it was a discussion and briefing session. Council members discussed various topics, including potential sites (Inner Harbor and La Quinta), pipeline needs, and environmental impacts.

• No formal decisions or votes were made at the workshop.
• Council received a briefing on seawater desalination, including site selection and permit status.
• Discussed a 20 MGD plant, with Harbor Island eliminated as a potential site.
• Council members requested all costs be considered in the decision-making process.
• Discussed the possibility of connecting the Exxon plant to the desalination plant to free up capacity at O.N. Stevens.
• Noted that the $4 per 1,000 gallons cost for the La Quinta site does not include pipeline construction.
• Adjourned at 4:32 p.m. after the workshop.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 Consolidated Annual Action Plan, which includes over $4.1 million in federal funding for community programs. The agenda also includes several utility contracts and zoning changes.

• Adoption of $4,182,070 in federal funds for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs
• $1,144,770 budget amendment for the NASCC gas line replacement project
• Purchase of six replacement trucks for $861,584 for Water and Wastewater Utilities
• Rezoning of property near 15022 Leeward Drive to a Planned Unit Development
• $210,000 contract to upgrade the elevator at Police Department Headquarters

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The TIRZ No. 2 - Island Board of Directors will consider a resolution to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget. This budget includes $5,121,746 in revenues and $1,754,276 in expenditures. The board will also review financial reports as of May 31, 2021.

• Resolution 21-0823: Proposed FY 2022 operating budget with $1,754,276 in expenditures
• Financial reports as of May 31, 2021
• Packery Channel update presentation
• Approval of June 22, 2021 meeting minutes

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider approving the City Auditor's Office proposed FY2022 budget and decision package. The committee will also review the FY2021 external audit engagement letter with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP. A briefing is scheduled regarding a Texas State Auditor's Office report on sexual assault investigation processes.

• Approval of City Auditor's Office proposed FY2022 budget and decision package
• Acceptance of the FY2021 audit engagement letter with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP
• Briefing on Texas State Auditor's Office Audit Report No. 21-002 regarding sexual assault investigation processes
• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Audit Committee approved the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes, accepted the FY2021 external audit engagement letter from Weaver and Tidwell, LLP, and approved the City Auditor's Office proposed FY2022 budget with decision packages. All three motions passed unanimously. The committee also received briefings on a state audit report and an update from the City Auditor, and set the next meeting for August 10, 2021.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Accepted FY2021 external audit engagement letter from Weaver and Tidwell, LLP (unanimous).
• Approved City Auditor's Office proposed FY2022 budget with decision packages (unanimous).

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corporation will consider a motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 operating budget for Seawall, Arena, and Business/Job Development funds. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and quarterly updates on economic development and engineering projects.

• Motion to approve Fiscal Year 2021-2022 operating budget for Seawall, Arena, and Business/Job Development funds
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of May 31, 2021
• Approval of April 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• CCREDC Quarterly Update (Q2 and Q3 FY 2021)
• Engineering Services Quarterly Project Update

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) approved its Fiscal Year 2021-2022 operating budget for the Seawall Fund, Seawall Debt Service Fund, Arena Facility Fund, Arena Debt Service Fund, and Business/Job Development Fund. The board also approved the minutes from the April 19, 2021 regular meeting. Presentations were given on the CCREDC quarterly update and engineering services projects, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved the minutes of the April 19, 2021 regular meeting as presented.
• Approved the FY 2021-2022 operating budget for the Seawall Fund, Seawall Debt Service Fund, Arena Facility Fund, Arena Debt Service Fund, and Business/Job Development Fund.

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation approved its FY 2021-2022 operating budget for economic development, housing, and streets, after amending it to remove park and affordable housing funding for further discussion. The board also approved an investment policy update, enrollment in TexasCLASS investment pools, and the May 17, 2021 minutes. Two items were tabled: a business incentive guidelines amendment and a $1.25 million affordable housing agreement with the city.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 operating budget as amended (unanimous)
• Amended budget to remove park and affordable housing funding for workshop discussion (unanimous)
• Approved investment policy and strategy resolution for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved enrollment in TexasCLASS and TexasCLASS Government Investment Pools (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to business incentive guidelines (unanimous)
• Tabled $1,250,000 affordable housing agreement for Infill Housing Incentive Program (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 17, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Reinvestment Zone No. 5 - BOCO

The Board of Corporation Directors is reviewing a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget for Reinvestment Zone Number Five. This budget includes $1,009 in revenues and $31,731 in expenditures. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 20, 2020 meeting.

• Resolution 21-0873: Proposed FY 2022 operating budget ($1,009 revenue; $31,731 expenditures)
• Approval of October 20, 2020 meeting minutes (Item 21-0870)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the proposed FY2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget. The meeting also includes public hearings for several plat approvals and zoning changes. These items involve land development and transitions between residential and commercial districts.

• Proposed FY2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget presentation
• Rezoning 548 Cole Street from commercial/single-family to a townhouse district
• Rezoning near 3809 Airline Road from farm rural to neighborhood commercial
• Plat approvals for Rancho Vista Subdivision and Porto Village O PUD
• Rezoning at 2302 County Road 43 to a single-family district

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for a townhouse development at 548 Cole Street, changing the zoning from commercial and single-family to a Townhouse District with a Planned Unit Development. The commission also approved several subdivision plats and a rezoning on Airline Road, while tabling a rezoning request for a large subdivision near County Road 43 to a future meeting. A proposed capital improvement budget was presented but no action was taken.

• Approved rezoning at 548 Cole Street to RS-TH/PUD for an eight-unit townhouse development
• Approved rezoning at 3809 Airline Road from FR to CN-1
• Approved final plats for Rancho Vista Subdivision Unit 20 Phases 1 and 2
• Approved replat for Mid-Town Industrial District Block 2 Lot 1A & 42S
• Approved final plat for Porto Village PUD
• Approved final plat for Roblex Industrial Subdivision Unit 3
• Approved final plats for Oliver's Estate Unit 2 and Moorland View Unit 1
• Tabled rezoning at 2302 County Road 43 to August 4, 2021

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including the allocation of over $67 million from the American Rescue Plan Act for citywide improvements. The agenda also includes updates on development plans and various utility service contracts.

• Appropriation of $67,553,894.00 from ARPA for waterlines, wastewater, stormwater, and fire station construction
• Renewal of a five-year natural gas supply contract estimated at $125,000,000.00
• Adoption of a new Padre/Mustang Island Area Development Plan
• Rezoning of property near 7610 Slough Road from Farm Rural to Single-Family District
• Subscription agreement with Incapsulate, LLC for $2,223,569.63 for a 311 CRM system

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Reinvestment Zone No. 4 Board of Directors will consider a development reimbursement agreement for projects at 4606 Gulf Breeze Blvd. The board will also review financial reports and the proposed FY 21-22 budget.

• Approval of March 16, 2021, and May 18, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of TIRZ #4 financial reports as of April 30, 2021
• Development Reimbursement Agreement with Date Tree Holdings, LLC for 4606 Gulf Breeze Blvd (not to exceed $369,883.00)
• Presentation of the proposed FY 21-22 Reinvestment Zone #4 budget

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will consider several new plat applications and time extensions for subdivisions. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests on Gulfbreeze Boulevard and Greenwood Drive.

• Rezoning 4606 Gulfbreeze Boulevard to a Planned Unit Development
• Rezoning 6002 Greenwood Drive from RS-6 to RS-4.5 district
• Time extension for Kitty Hawk Subdivision (298.72 acres)
• Final replat of Tijerina Addition, Block A, Lot 14A
• Sidewalk waiver request for Smuggler's Cove, PUD

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for a planned unit development with 10 townhouse lots at 4606 Gulfbreeze Boulevard, despite 21 opposition notices and public comments. The commission also approved a rezoning at 6002 Greenwood Drive from RS-6 to RS-4.5, and approved several plats and a time extension. A sidewalk waiver for Smuggler's Cove was approved over staff's recommendation for denial.

• Approved rezoning at 4606 Gulfbreeze Blvd to RM-AT/PUD with conditions (motion passed)
• Approved rezoning at 6002 Greenwood Dr from RS-6 to RS-4.5 (passed, Gonzalez abstained)
• Approved plats 21-0709, 21-0710, 21-0712, and time extension 21-0711 (passed)
• Approved plat 21-0728 (Baugh abstained)
• Approved plat and sidewalk variance for Countiss Addition (York abstained)
• Approved plat and sidewalk waiver for Smuggler's Cove (passed, Schroeder opposed to sidewalk waiver)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate over $67 million in federal ARPA funds for projects including waterline replacements, wastewater upgrades, and fire station construction. The agenda also includes discussions on new area development plans and various municipal service contracts.

• $67,553,894.00 ARPA funding appropriation for water, wastewater, and drainage improvements
• $3,728,417.66 contract for Brawner Parkway reconstruction
• Rezoning of property near 7602 Yorktown Boulevard
• Adoption of a new Flour Bluff Area Development Plan
• $1,463,575.00 agreement for gas meter transmission units

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The board will consider a motion to approve new rules of procedure and an alternative agenda placement method. The meeting also includes reviews of the March 16, 2021 minutes and financial reports as of April 30, 2021. Additionally, there will be presentations regarding the proposed FY 21-22 budget and the expiration of the TIRZ.

• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports as of April 30, 2021
• Motion to approve Rules of Procedure for TIRZ No. 2
• Presentation of the proposed FY 21-22 Reinvestment Zone #2 Budget
• Discussion on expiration of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 - Island

The Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island board approved an amendment to its Rules of Procedure that allows any four board members to place an item on a meeting agenda. The board also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2021 meeting and received financial and budget reports. No public comments were made, and no executive session items were discussed.

• Approved amendment to Rules of Procedure allowing 4 board members to place items on agenda (12-0)
• Approved minutes of March 16, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Board of Directors for Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown will consider a motion to approve new Rules of Procedure. The meeting also includes a presentation of the proposed FY 21-22 budget and a review of financial reports as of April 30, 2021.

• Approval of minutes from April 27 and May 25, 2021 meetings
• Review of TIRZ #3 financial reports as of April 30, 2021
• Motion to approve Rules of Procedure for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3
• Presentation of the proposed FY 21-22 Reinvestment Zone #3 budget

City Council

The City Council will review a report on the North Beach Canal Project drainage options and consider several zoning changes. The meeting also includes votes on various infrastructure contracts, including road reconstruction and pier replacements.

• $5,704,725.00 contract for Boat Basin dredging and breakwater repairs
• $3,728,417.66 contract for Brawner Parkway reconstruction
• $939,767.00 contract to replace piers in Council District 1
• Rezoning of property near 1402 Flour Bluff Drive from residential to commercial
• $623,556.90 agreement for firefighting protective clothing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several plat applications, including Azali Estates Unit 2 and Riverbend Subdivision. The commission will also hold public hearings for four rezoning requests. Additionally, the Beach Dune Committee will consider a beachfront construction certificate request.

• Rezoning of 9142 Staples Street from RS-15 to CN-1 Neighborhood Commercial District
• Plat approval for Azali Estates Unit 2 (24.240 acres)
• Rezoning of 5839 Williams Drive from RS-6 to ON Neighborhood Office District
• Preliminary plat for Riverbend Subdivision (23.60 acres)
• Beachfront construction certificate request near State Highway 361

The commission denied a rezoning request for a special permit to allow a bed and breakfast at 13845 Mizzen Street, despite staff recommending approval. The denial was unanimous after residents raised concerns about noise, safety, and trash. The commission also approved a consent agenda covering multiple plats, a time extension, and three other rezoning requests.

• Denied rezoning for bed and breakfast at 13845 Mizzen Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-10, 12, 13, 14 (motion passed)
• Approved final plat for Weber Plaza Subdivision, Block 3, Lot 28R
• Approved conditional final plat for Cottages by the Bay Unit 2
• Approved final replat for Padre Island-Corpus Christi Section No. 4, Block 236, Lot 13R
• Approved final plat for Azali Estates Unit 2
• Approved time extension for Coastal Community and Teachers Credit Union plat
• Approved rezoning at 9142 Staples Street to CN-1

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning requests and approve various city contracts for services and supplies. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a building demolition on Hiawatha Street and updates on city operations like drought response.

• Removal of Harbor Bridge Decorative Lighting System for $448,725.00
• Supply agreement for crushed limestone up to $1,382,000.00
• Elevator upgrade for Art Museum of South Texas for $228,056.00
• Rezoning request for property near 1402 Flour Bluff Drive
• Debt collection service agreement for $261,250.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new plats for residential and commercial developments. The commission will also hold public hearings on rezoning requests for Ennis Joslin Road and Leeward Drive. Additionally, members will consider adopting a new area development plan for Padre/Mustang Island.

• Rezoning property near 6097 Ennis Joslin Road to Neighborhood Office District
• Rezoning property at 15022 Leeward Drive to include a Planned Unit Development
• Adoption of the new Padre/Mustang Island Area Development Plan
• Final plat for Shoreline Vista Unit 3 (5.7833 acres)
• Final plat for Highland Oaks Unit 3A (3.55 acres)

The Planning Commission approved the new Padre/Mustang Island Area Development Plan (ADP), an element of the Plan CC Comprehensive Plan, with conditions to include a definition for 'Planned Development' and provide a map distinguishing private versus public land. The commission also approved a consent agenda of new plats and zoning items, including two rezoning requests. All votes passed without abstentions.

• Approved Padre/Mustang Island Area Development Plan with conditions (motion passed)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-8: five new plats and two rezoning requests (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2021 regular meeting (motion passed)
• Approved absence for Commissioner Mandel (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $9.8 million federal grant for emergency rental assistance and several zoning changes. The agenda also includes updates on hurricane preparedness and the Parks Master Plan. Additionally, the council will consider various city service contracts and appointments.

• $9,868,157.30 grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury for Emergency Rental Assistance
• Ordinance amending Animal Care and Control rules regarding microchipping and pet impoundment
• Annexation of approximately 18.59 acres near County Road 52 and US Highway 77/I-69
• $8,577,616.83 service agreement for fuel delivery from Mansfield Oil Company
• Addition of six full-time Bayshore Parks Enforcement Officers with $432,956 in funding

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Board will consider a development reimbursement agreement for property improvements at 1001 N Water Street. Additionally, the Board will review a motion to reallocate funds within the TIRZ #3 budget for priority projects. These projects include streetscape improvements and traffic planning analysis.

• Development reimbursement agreement with 1001 N Water Street, LLC up to $678,000
• Budget reallocation for streetscape improvements and traffic planning
• Funding for vacant building activation models and parking occupancy counts

City Council

This meeting is a continuation of the City Council retreat focused on setting policy and project goals. All items on this agenda are for informational purposes only, and no action will be taken or public comment solicited.

• Continuation of City Council retreat for setting policy and project goals

City Council

This meeting is a retreat for informational purposes only. No action will be taken or oral public comment solicited during this session. The council will focus on setting City Council Policy and Project Goals.

• Setting City Council Policy and Project Goals

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and procurement items, including wastewater construction agreements and airport security upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings for land annexations and property rezoning.

• Wastewater Lift Station and Force Main Line agreement up to $2,041,201.17
• $564,202.00 contract for TSA security equipment at Corpus Christi International Airport
• Purchase of 91 light-duty vehicles totaling $3,486,464.00
• Annexation of 3.733 acres on London Pirate Road
• Rezoning of 16002 Park Road 22 to an RV Resort District

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Board of Directors will consider a motion to approve the third amendment to the TIRZ #4 Project and Financing Plan, which modifies two incentive programs. The board may also enter an executive session to discuss legal issues related to economic development near 4606 Gulf Breeze Blvd.

• Third amendment to the TIRZ #4 Project and Financing Plan modifying two incentive programs
• Executive session regarding economic development agreements near 4606 Gulf Breeze Blvd

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B will receive an informational presentation regarding the status of the Next Sports Company LLC project. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports as of March 31, 2021, and approving minutes from the January 11, 2021, meeting.

• Status on Next Sports Company LLC project
• Type B financial reports as of March 31, 2021
• Approval of January 11, 2021, meeting minutes

The Corpus Christi B Corporation board unanimously approved the minutes from its January 11, 2021 regular meeting. The board received a financial report as of March 31, 2021, and an update on the Next Sports Company LLC project, which secured Phase 1 funding and is set to close on the property May 21, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received Type B financial reports as of March 31, 2021 (no action)
• Heard status update on Next Sports Company LLC project (no action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several subdivision plats and a rezoning request. The agenda includes reviews of preliminary and final plats for developments such as King's Lake West and Idea Bell St. Subdivision.

• Rezoning of property near 7610 Slough Road from Farm Rural to Single-Family 6 District
• Preliminary plat for King's Lake West, a 284-acre development south of Weber Road
• Final plat for Idea Bell St. Subdivision, totaling 15.424 acres
• Final replat for Lokey Subdivision, totaling 1.72 acres
• Final replat for Laguna Acres, totaling .2 acres

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for property at 7610 Slough Road from FR to RS-6/PUD for a 16-lot townhouse development, with conditions including a 35-foot height limit and 20-foot garage setback. The commission also approved several plat items and tabled a preliminary plat for King's Lake West due to a change in ownership.

• Approved rezoning at 7610 Slough Road to RS-6/PUD with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for IDEA Bell St. Subdivision, Block 1, Lot 1 (15.424 acres)
• Approved final replat for Laguna Acres, Block 5, Lot 15B (0.2 acres)
• Approved final replat for Lockey Subdivision, Tracts A2-A & A2-B, Lot 4 (1.72 acres) (York abstaining)
• Tabled preliminary plat for King's Lake West (284 acres) with applicant waiving 30-day statute
• Approved time extension for Westwood Heights Unit 4 final plat

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and service contracts. Proposed items include a major project to replace docks at the Municipal Marina and funding for COVID-19 vaccination services. The agenda also includes various city maintenance and construction agreements.

• $14,299,000 for replacing docks A, B, C, D, and L at Corpus Christi Municipal Marina
• $18,073,609 contract for COVID-19 vaccination services
• $412,725 for generator replacements at Fire Stations 1, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 12
• $1,427,351 for mechanical and electrical improvements at the Museum of Science & History
• $330,755.99 for audio and video upgrades to City Council Chambers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several new plats and rezoning requests for properties on Yorktown Boulevard and Northwest Boulevard. The commission will also discuss adopting a new Flour Bluff Area Development Plan. Additionally, the Airport Zoning Commission will review an Air Installation Compatibility Use Zone Study briefing.

• Adoption of the new Flour Bluff Area Development Plan
• Rezoning 7602 Yorktown Boulevard from FR to RS-4.5 and CN-1
• Rezoning 14702 Northwest Boulevard from FR to CG-2
• Final plat for Bridges Mill Village Unit 2 (23.850 acres)
• Final plat for Sandra Lane Subdivision (3.39 acres)

The Planning Commission approved the new Flour Bluff Area Development Plan, replacing the 1993 version, and forwarded it to City Council. It also approved two new plats and two rezoning requests, including a commercial rezoning at 14702 Northwest Boulevard. All votes passed with no public comments submitted.

• Approved Flour Bluff Area Development Plan update (unanimous)
• Approved Bridges Mill Village Unit 2 final plat (23.850 acres)
• Approved Saxet Heights Block 3 Lot 7A final replat (0.603 acres)
• Approved Sandra Lane Subdivision final plat (3.39 acres)
• Approved rezoning at 7602 Yorktown Blvd from FR to RS-4.5 and CN-1
• Approved rezoning at 14702 Northwest Blvd from FR to CG-2

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances and contracts, including a major seawall project for the Corpus Christi Municipal Marina. The agenda also includes discussions on animal control regulations, fire station generator replacements, and property rezoning near State Highway 361.

• $14,299,000 seawall improvement project for docks A, B, C, D, and L at Corpus Christi Municipal Marina
• Rezoning of property near 7213 State Highway 361 to RV Park and Resort Commercial District
• $1,427,351 contract for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing improvements at the Museum of Science & History
• $412,725 generator replacement project for Fire Stations 1, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 12
• $427,951.25 change order for the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant project

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This meeting is for informational purposes only, and no official action will be taken by the Council. The agenda includes a briefing regarding seawater desalination from the Utilities Department.

• Seawater Desalination Workshop (Item 21-0196)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several service agreements, grant acceptances, and contract renewals. Key items include a large-scale software implementation for Information Technology and the renewal of city property insurance. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of land on London Pirate Road.

• $7,004,114.60 agreement with Infor US, Inc. for software licenses and implementation
• $7,500,000 Master Services Agreement for Corpus Christi International Airport engineering services
• $3,526,444 annual premium for city property insurance renewal
• Public hearing for the annexation of 3.733 acres on London Pirate Road
• $115,000 purchase of a replacement robot vehicle for the Police Bomb Squad

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corporation will consider a resolution to use Seawall Funds for Marina Capital Improvement Projects. This project involves replacing docks A, B, C, D, and L in FY2021. The board will also review financial reports and an engineering services update.

• $14,299,000.00 expenditure for Marina Capital Improvement Projects (docks A, B, C, D, L)
• Approval of March 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of February 28, 2021
• Engineering Services Quarterly Project Update

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing $14,299,000 in Seawall Funds for Marina Capital Improvement Projects, including replacing docks A, B, C, D, and L in FY2021. The board also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting and received a financial report and an engineering services quarterly update. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $14,299,000 expenditure for Marina CIP dock replacements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new plats, zoning changes, and an appeal regarding plat expiration. This includes proposed rezoning at Buffalo Avenue and Flour Bluff Drive, as well as amendments to the Urban Transportation Plan Map.

• Rezoning near 3030 Buffalo Avenue and 902 Nueces Bay Boulevard to CG-1/SP
• Tabled rezoning of property at 1402 Flour Bluff Drive to CG-2 and RM-2 districts
• New plats for Port Aransas Cliffs (0.321 acres) and Bay View No. 2 (0.142 acres)
• Preliminary plat review for Moorland View (24.49 acres)
• Appeal of staff determination regarding Westwood Heights Unit 4 plat expiration

The Commission approved a rezoning at 1402 Flour Bluff Drive for a mixed-use development with commercial and multifamily uses, despite staff and Navy recommendations against it. It also approved three new plats, a rezoning near Buffalo Avenue, a plat expiration appeal, and a road alignment shift on Mustang Island. The vote on the Flour Bluff rezoning was 4-3, with Commissioners Miller, Zarghouni, and Salazar-Garza dissenting.

• Approved rezoning at 1402 Flour Bluff Drive to CG-1 and RM-2 with alternative proposal (4-3)
• Approved new plats: Port Aransas Cliffs Block 413, Bay View No. 2, and Moorland View preliminary
• Approved rezoning at 3030 Buffalo Avenue and 902 Nueces Bay Boulevard to CG-1/SP (Commissioner York abstained)
• Approved appeal of plat expiration for Westwood Heights Unit 4, extending plat to May 13, 2021
• Approved shifting Beach Access Rd. 2A north approximately 900 feet on Mustang Island
• Approved minutes of March 31, 2021 meeting
• Approved absence for Commissioner Schroeder

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances and contracts, including federal aviation grants for pandemic relief. The agenda also includes equipment upgrades for City Hall elevators and fire department breathing apparatuses. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss the annexation of London Pirate Road.

• Ordinance accepting $2,667,902 in FAA grants for airport COVID-19 relief
• Contract with EMR Elevator Inc for City Hall elevator upgrades up to $1,047,740.00
• Lease-purchase of fire department breathing apparatuses totaling $1,098,453.40
• Rezoning of property near 7005 Saratoga Boulevard to Neighborhood Office District
• Public hearing regarding the annexation of London Pirate Road

Audit Committee

The Corpus Christi Audit Committee will meet to consider approving the March 23, 2021 minutes and accepting the FY2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report. The committee will also receive a briefing from the City Auditor.

• Approval of March 23, 2021 minutes (21-0473)
• Acceptance of FY2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report and Single Audit (21-0474)
• City Auditor's Update (21-0475)

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from March 23, 2021, and unanimously accepted the FY2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report (ACFR) with Management Letter and Single Audit with Management Letter. The City Auditor provided an update on the audit calendar and upcoming projects. No public comment or executive session was held.

• Approved March 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2020 ACFR with Management Letter and Single Audit with Management Letter (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to appoint several full-time and part-time judges to the Municipal Court of Record. The council also intends to enter executive session to discuss legal issues and personnel matters related to these judicial positions.

• Ordinance 21-0349 appointing full-time and part-time Municipal Court of Record judges
• Executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges

Municipal Court Committee

The committee will consider approving the minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal issues and personnel matters regarding Municipal Court Judges. No other agenda items or briefings are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding legal issues and Municipal Court Judge personnel matters

The Municipal Court Committee met on April 2, 2021, and approved the minutes from its March 9, 2021 meeting. The committee then entered executive session to consult with attorneys and discuss personnel matters related to Municipal Court judges, but took no action upon returning to open session. No public comments were received, and no other agenda items or briefings were held.

• Approved the minutes of the March 9, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Held an executive session to consult with attorneys and discuss personnel matters regarding Municipal Court judges; no action was taken.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering several plat applications, including new developments and time extensions. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding rezoning properties on Violet Road and near the intersection of CR 52 and IH 69. Additionally, an appeal concerning a plat expiration for the Violet Road RV Resort is scheduled.

• Rezoning 4421 & 4427 Violet Road from RS-6 to CN-1
• Preliminary plat for La Villa Hermosa PUD (39.129 acres)
• New plat for Queens Landing (5.27 acres)
• Rezoning near CR 52 and IH 69 to CG-2 and RM-2 districts
• Appeal of the Violet Road RV Resort plat expiration

The Planning Commission approved a consent agenda covering new plats, time extensions, plat waivers, and two rezoning requests, with one commissioner abstaining on two items. A time extension for The Villas PUD was denied due to lack of progress, while an appeal to extend the Violet Road RV Resort plat was approved. The meeting was held via WebEx with one commissioner absent.

• Approved consent agenda items 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12 as presented by staff.
• Approved consent agenda items 7 and 8 as presented by staff, with Commissioner York abstaining.
• Approved the 5th time extension for Padre Harbor Unit 1 (item 13).
• Denied the 7th time extension for The Villas PUD (item 14).
• Approved the appeal to extend the Violet Road RV Resort plat to May 1, 2021 (item 15).
• Approved the minutes of the March 17, 2021 meetings.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing financial measures following the February 2021 extreme weather event. This includes authorizing new revenue notes for the Gas Utility and amending the FY 2021 operating budget. The agenda also covers infrastructure contracts and municipal appointments.

• $35 million in utility system revenue notes for Gas Utility funding
• $40,700,000 budget amendment for the Gas Fund due to extreme weather
• $437,358.60 agreement for 911 location and texting services
• $1,098,504.60 contract for seawall repairs from McGee Beach to Barge Dock
• $126,508.00 design contract for a new Solid Waste Compost Facility

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The board will consider a motion to amend the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Project & Financing Plan to expand streetscape and safety improvements. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions to discuss legal matters regarding economic development agreements.

• Motion to expand the Streetscape and Safety Improvement Program
• Legal consultation regarding Fieldberry, LLC at 702 N Chaparral Street
• Legal consultation regarding WATERSTREET, LTD. at 1902 N Shoreline Blvd.

Audit Committee

The committee will review an audit report regarding a Parks and Recreation contract for the Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden. The meeting also includes discussions on the FY2020 external financial auditor update and the 2020 annual report.

• Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden contract audit report (SP20-003)
• FY2020 External Financial Auditor Update
• Audit Committee Annual Report 2020
• Approval of October 13, 2020 minutes

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the October 13, 2020 minutes, accepted the External Financial Auditor's Engagement Letter for FY2020, accepted the SP20-003 Parks and Recreation audit report, and accepted the Audit Committee Annual Report 2020. The committee also recommended extending the Interim City Auditor's certification deadline to September 30, 2021, following an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approved October 13, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2020 External Financial Auditor's Engagement Letter (unanimous)
• Accepted SP20-003 Parks and Recreation - Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden Contract Review audit report (unanimous)
• Accepted Audit Committee Annual Report 2020 (unanimous)
• Recommended extending Interim City Auditor certification deadline to September 30, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and various service contracts. Members will also vote on an ordinance to amend utility rates to mitigate gas bills from February's extreme weather event.

• Ordinance to amend utility rates following February extreme weather
• $1,056,100 contract for Police Training Academy design and construction
• $522,302 contract for Alameda Street reconstruction
• $394,530 service agreement for aircraft fire truck maintenance
• $190,458 grant for homeless and housing services

Planning Commission

The commission will consider several new subdivision plats and time extensions for existing projects. Public hearings are scheduled for rezoning properties for residential, commercial, and RV resort use. The Beach Dune Committee will also review a beachfront construction certificate request.

• Rezoning 16002 Park Road 22 to an RV Resort District
• New plat for Gemini Acres Unit 1 (73.90 acres)
• Rezoning 1402 Flour Bluff Drive to CG-2 and RM-2 districts
• Rezoning property at or near 14493 Running Light Drive to a Planned Unit Development
• Beachfront construction certificate for Beachview Estates Road

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island Board will meet to elect a Vice Chair and approve the board's meeting calendar. The board will also review financial reports as of January 31, 2021. Briefings on Packery Channel and Park Road 22 Bridge are scheduled for discussion only.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of Board Meeting Calendar
• Financial reports as of January 31, 2021
• Status update on Packery Channel
• Briefing on Park Road 22 Bridge

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Board will review meeting minutes from October 20, 2020, and financial reports as of January 31, 2021. Additionally, Dr. Ray Perryman will present the results of an economic impact study for North Beach.

• Approval of October 20, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review of TIRZ #4 financial reports as of January 31, 2021
• Motion to approve a Board Meeting Calendar
• Presentation on North Beach economic impact study results

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council is reviewing several ordinances and contracts, including major infrastructure projects. The agenda includes street reconstruction, airport upgrades, and various zoning changes. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss specific property rezonings.

• $5,262,457.37 contract for Leopard Street reconstruction from Palm Drive to Nueces Bay Boulevard
• $212,378.00 agreement for demolition of Aircraft Hangar One at Corpus Christi International Airport
• $202,931.55 appropriation for airport parking and revenue control systems
• Rezoning of property near 14805 Windward to a Planned Unit Development
• Rezoning of property near 4518 Saratoga Boulevard from single-family to office neighborhood district

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A will review financial reports as of January 31, 2021. The meeting includes informational presentations regarding capital improvements at Whataburger Field and American Bank Center. The board will also receive a quarterly update on CCREDC Type A funded projects.

• Approval of January 11, 2021, meeting minutes
• Type A Financial Reports as of January 31, 2021
• Whataburger Field Capital Improvements Projects Update
• American Bank Center Capital Improvement Projects Update
• CCREDC Type A Funded Projects Quarterly Update (Q4 2020)

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) board met and approved the minutes from its January 11, 2021 regular meeting. The board received informational updates on capital improvements at Whataburger Field and the American Bank Center, as well as a quarterly report on Type A funded projects from the regional economic development corporation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Municipal Court Committee

The committee will review minutes from the March 4, 2021 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to consult with attorneys on legal issues and discuss personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges. No action items are listed for the open session.

• Approval of March 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges

The Municipal Court Committee approved the minutes from its March 4, 2021 meeting. After an executive session, the committee unanimously passed a motion recommending the reappointment of several full-time and part-time municipal court judges with a 3% salary increase, and the appointment of new full-time and part-time judges. The motion is a recommendation to the full council.

• Approved the minutes of the March 4, 2021 meeting.
• Recommended reappointing full-time judges Gail Loeb, Mike Alaniz, Jackie Chapa, and Juliana Rivera with a 3% salary increase.
• Recommended appointing David Walsh and Mark DeKoch as full-time judges at $100,000 each.
• Recommended reappointing part-time judges Todd Robinson, Christopher Matt, Bill Bonilla, and Jerry Batek with a 3% salary increase.
• Recommended appointing Kali Guttman and George Picha as part-time judges at $44.25 per hour.

Municipal Court Committee

The Municipal Court Committee will meet to approve the February 1, 2021, meeting minutes. The committee may enter an executive session to consult with attorneys regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges.

• Approval of February 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters for Municipal Court Judges

The committee approved the minutes from its February 1, 2021 meeting. It then held a lengthy executive session (8:44 a.m. to 2:43 p.m.) to consult with attorneys and discuss personnel matters regarding Municipal Court judges, but took no action afterward. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 1, 2021 meeting (motion carried)
• Held executive session under Texas Gov't Code §§ 551.071 and 551.074; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several plat approvals and one rezoning request. This includes final plats for Tuloso Reserve, Rancho Vista, and a 7-Eleven location. The commission will also consider a time extension for Lake Padre Village PUD.

• Rezoning property near 7601 Yorktown Boulevard to RS-4.5 PUD
• Final plat for Tuloso Reserve Unit 2 (7.85 acres)
• Final plat for Rancho Vista Unit 21 (9.160 acres)
• Final plat for 7-Eleven McKenzie Rd, Block 1, Lot 1 (2.952 acres)
• Time extension request for Lake Padre Village PUD

The Planning Commission approved four consent agenda items, including three final plats and one time extension, and tabled a rezoning request for 7601 Yorktown Boulevard to the next meeting. The rezoning was tabled for the second time to allow the applicant to address traffic management concerns from the Technical Review Committee.

• Approved final plat for Tulosoe Reserve Unit 2 (7.85 acres) south of Leopard Street and east of Rand Morgan Road.
• Approved final plat for Rancho Vista Unit 21 (9.160 acres) south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of Rodd Field Road.
• Approved final plat for 7-Eleven McKenzie Rd, Block 1, Lot 1 (2.952 acres) east of McKenzie Road north of Up River Road.
• Approved 1st request for time extension for Lake Padre Village PUD final plat (0.867 acres) south of Granada Drive and west of Leeward Drive.
• Tabled rezoning case 0121-01 (Braselton Development Company, Ltd) for property at or near 7601 Yorktown Boulevard to the March 17, 2021 meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes and various service contracts for city departments. The agenda includes accepting federal funds for community development and emergency solutions. Additionally, the council will hear updates on COVID-19 government actions.

• Acceptance of $2,275,155 for CDBG-CV and $1,864,176 for ESG-CV from HUD
• Rezoning of 1401 North Alameda Street (Staff recommends denial)
• $1,350,000 contract with Advance Auto Parts for automotive maintenance parts
• $840,750 agreement with Excel Pump & Machine for pump repairs
• $810,403.79 supply agreement with Neptune Technology Group for water meters

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes and infrastructure contracts. The agenda includes a grant for a voluntary home buyout program in flood-prone areas and support for two affordable housing projects.

• $1,319,559 grant for residential home buyouts in flood-prone areas
• $544,933.75 contract for McArdle Road reconstruction
• Support for 9% Housing Tax Credits for Avanti at Heritage Park and Palms at Blucher Park
• $448,184 design/build contract for a new EMS Central Building
• Rezoning of property near 7601 Rodd Field Road to Single Family District

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will consider a time extension for the Lake Padre Village PUD. The commission will also discuss a new plat and sidewalk construction waiver request for a property in Padre Island.

• Time extension request for Lake Padre Village PUD (0.867 acres)
• New replat for Padre Island, Section No. 4, Lots 7A, 7B & 7C (0.2337 acres)
• Sidewalk construction waiver request for Padre Island property

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, contracts, and zoning changes. Key items include a federal grant for flood-prone home buyouts and various infrastructure projects. Public hearings are also scheduled for specific property rezonings.

• $1,319,559 grant for a voluntary residential home buyout program in flood-prone areas
• $544,933.75 contract for the reconstruction of McArdle Road from Carroll Lane to Kostoryz Road
• $448,184 design/build contract for a new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Central Building
• Rezoning of property near 14805 Windward to a Planned Unit Development
• Rezoning of property near 14725 Running Light Drive to a Multifamily District

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes, contract renewals, and grant acceptances. The agenda includes updates on COVID-19 related government actions and the first quarter budget report. Additionally, the council will consider various board and committee appointments.

• Accepting $853,268.65 for Texas Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Diversion programs
• Rezoning property at 10001 Compton Road from Residential Estate to Single-Family 15
• Increasing Cole Park Pier Type B funding to $5,000,000.00
• A $417,278.81 service agreement with T-Mobile USA for cellular data services
• Changing 10th Street between Ayers and Staples from two-way to one-way traffic

The City Council approved a $2,289,700 contract with Pape-Dawson Engineers for water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway master plan and impact fee studies. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and tabled two zoning items for further negotiation. Several board appointments were made, including Rajan Ahuja to the Port of Corpus Christi Authority.

• Approved $2,289,700 contract with Pape-Dawson Engineers for impact fee and master plan studies (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $853,268.65 CARES Act funding for rental assistance (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 10001 Compton Road to RS-15 (7-2)
• Tabled zoning for 1401 North Alameda Street to consider special permit (9-0)
• Tabled zoning for 7349/7325 State Highway 361 to negotiate special permit (9-0)
• Appointed Rajan Ahuja to Port of Corpus Christi Authority (5-4)
• Approved $1,319,559 grant for voluntary home buyout program (9-0)
• Approved $155,995 contract to demolish Booker T. Washington School (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new plat applications, including King's Landing Unit 2 and Rancho Vista Subdivision. The meeting also includes a public hearing for rezoning property near 502 Clarkwood Drive and requests for sidewalk construction waivers.

• Rezoning of property at or near 502 Clarkwood Drive
• New plat for King's Landing Unit 2 (30.896 acres)
• New plat for Rancho Vista Subdivision (118+ acres)
• Sidewalk construction waivers for Corfer Tract and Padre Island No. 1
• Time extension request for La Costa Business Park

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for property at 502 Clarkwood Drive, allowing warehouse and outdoor storage of modular offices, subject to conditions including a 35-foot height limit, a 30-foot buffer yard with an 8-foot solid fence, FAA clearance, and a 12-month time limit. The commission also approved several new plats, including King's Landing Unit 2, Nemec Towne Center Phase I, and Rancho Vista Subdivision, and granted sidewalk waivers for the Corfer Tract and Padre Island No. 1 properties.

• Approved rezoning at 502 Clarkwood Drive with special permit conditions (passed, Vice Chairman Dibble opposed)
• Approved King's Landing Unit 2 final plat (consent agenda)
• Approved Nemec Towne Center Phase I final plat with conditions (consent agenda)
• Approved Rancho Vista Subdivision preliminary plat with conditions (consent agenda)
• Approved La Costa Business Park time extension (consent agenda)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for Corfer Tract Block 1 Lot 1 (motion passed)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for Padre Island No. 1 Block 17 Lot 16BR (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2021 meeting

Municipal Court Committee

The committee will review the September 16, 2020 meeting minutes and hear a briefing on judicial operations. No specific action items are listed for decision at this meeting.

• Approval of September 16, 2020 meeting minutes
• Briefing on Municipal Court Judicial Operations (discussion only)
• Potential executive session regarding legal issues and personnel matters

The committee approved the September 16, 2020 minutes unanimously. Presiding Judge Gail Loeb briefed members on court operations, including staffing needs and COVID-19 impacts on jury trials. No action was taken on the executive session item regarding judge appointments, but a timeline for posting and interviewing judge positions was outlined.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• No action taken on executive session item regarding municipal court judges

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects and grant applications. Agenda items include reports on the North Beach Canal Project and decisions regarding street reconstruction and drainage improvements.

• $3,189,239.00 construction contract for Six Points Intersection reconstruction
• $2,376,995.00 professional services contract for La Volla Creek Drainage Improvements
• $1,242,409.32 service agreement with Verizon Wireless for cellular services
• Rezoning of 10001 Compton Road from Residential Estate to Single-Family 15
• Acceptance of five grants totaling $332,809.19 for fire and security programs

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board is reviewing amendments to the Chaparral Street Property Improvement Program and the New Commercial Tenant Finish Out Program. The meeting also includes discussions on financial reports and a proposed extension for the Produce Art Gallery development agreement.

• Expansion of Chaparral Street Property Improvement Program to include N. Mesquite Street
• Grant authority up to $10,000 for New Commercial Tenant Finish Out Program
• Six-month extension for Produce Art Gallery development improvements
• Legal consultation regarding 424 Schatzell Street and 600 Leopard Street developments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the draft Northwest Boulevard Corridor Plan. The commission is also scheduled to consider several new plats for Turtle Cove Center, El Caballo Subdivision, and La Costa Center. Additionally, members will discuss the 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report.

• Public hearing on the draft Northwest Boulevard (FM 624) Corridor Plan
• Replat of Turtle Cove Center Unit 2 (5.22 acres)
• Final plat for El Caballo Subdivision (1.2 acres)
• Final plat for La Costa Center Unit 1 (1.35 acres)
• Discussion regarding the 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report

The Planning Commission approved the draft Northwest Boulevard (FM 624) Corridor Plan, an element of the City's Comprehensive Plan, with a recommendation that City Council consider lighting and infrastructure funding mechanisms. The commission also approved the 2020 Annual Report, minutes from previous meetings, and three new plat applications. No public comments were submitted for any agenda items.

• Approved minutes of Jan 6 and Jan 11 meetings
• Approved 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report
• Approved new plat for Turtle Cove Center Unit 2, Block 1, Lot 7R1 (replat, 5.22 acres)
• Approved final plat for El Caballo Subdivision (1.2 acres)
• Approved final plat for La Costa Center Unit 1, Block 1, Lots 17-A1, 17-A2 & 17-A3 (1.35 acres)
• Approved Northwest Boulevard Corridor Plan with recommendation for City Council to study lighting and impact fee funding

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will consider several service contracts and grant acceptances. The agenda includes agreements for roof repairs, technology services, and equipment purchases. The council will also review state grants for police and homeland security programs.

• Rezoning of 702 South Navigation Boulevard to a single-family district
• $3,000,000 service agreement with South Texas Metal Roofing, Inc. for roof repairs
• $983,781.64 purchase of a Diamond Z horizontal grinder for the solid waste facility
• $332,809.19 in homeland security grants from the Texas Office of the Governor
• $450,000 agreement with ESRI, Inc. for GIS license and support

City Council

This special meeting is dedicated to the swearing-in of the incoming Mayor and City Council members. The agenda also includes an invocation and speeches from the new officials.

• Swearing-in ceremony for new Mayor and City Council Members
• Speeches by incoming Mayor and Council Members

The City Council held a special meeting primarily for the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and eight council members, conducted by District Judge Bobby Galvan. The new officials gave brief speeches thanking supporters and city staff. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.

• Swearing-in ceremony conducted for Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and Council Members Michael Hunter, John Martinez, Mike Pusley, Billy Lerma, Ben Molina, Roland Barrera, Greg Smith, and Gil Hernandez
• Meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m. after speeches and a reception invitation

City Council

This special City Council meeting is dedicated to speeches from the outgoing Mayor and Council members. The agenda also includes the presentation of gifts to these departing officials.

• Speeches by outgoing Mayor and Council Members
• Presentation of gifts to outgoing officials

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A will consider approving the 2021 meeting calendar. The board will also review financial reports as of November 30, 2020. Staff presentations are scheduled regarding engineering projects and affordable housing grant monitoring.

• Approval of the 2021 meeting calendar
• Review of Type A financial reports as of November 30, 2020
• Engineering Projects Quarterly Update
• Affordable Housing- Homebuyer Assistance Program Grant Monitoring update

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation is considering motions related to business incentives and infrastructure. These include amending an agreement with Next Sports Company, LLC and authorizing additional funds for the Cole Park Pier improvements project.

• Amendment to Next Sports Company, LLC incentive agreement for a recreational sports complex
• Additional funding up to $797,625 for Cole Park Pier improvements in District 2
• Approval of the 2021 meeting calendar
• Review of Type B financial reports as of November 30, 2020

The Corpus Christi B Corporation board approved an additional $797,625 for the Cole Park Pier improvements, bringing the total to $5,000,000, with a 5-1 vote (Olivarri dissenting). The board also unanimously approved an amendment to extend Next Sports Company's financing and construction deadlines for a recreational sports complex, and approved the 2021 meeting calendar and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved $797,625 additional funds for Cole Park Pier improvements, total $5,000,000 (5-1, Olivarri no)
• Approved amendment to Next Sports Company agreement extending financing deadlines to May 2021 (Phase I) and December 2022 (Phase II), construction completion to Nov 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Oct 19, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a new plat application. The proposal involves 4.69 acres located north of Old Brownsville Road and east of SH 358.

• New plat for 100 South Padre Unit 6, Block 5, Lots 17 and 18 (4.69 acres)

The Planning Commission held a special meeting via WebEx and approved a single consent agenda item: a new final plat for 100 South Padre Unit 6, Block 5, Lots 17 and 18 (4.69 acres), located north of Old Brownsville Road and east of South Padre Island Drive. No public comment forms were submitted, and the motion to approve passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final plat 21-0044 / 20PL1120 for 100 South Padre Unit 6, Block 5, Lots 17 and 18 (4.69 acres) (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new plats, including the 26.39-acre Nemec Towne Center. The commission will also consider rezoning properties on Yorktown Boulevard and an amendment to the Urban Transportation Plan Map.

• Rezoning property near 7601 Yorktown Boulevard to a Planned Unit Development
• Preliminary plat for Nemec Towne Center (26.39 acres)
• Amendment to the Urban Transportation Plan Map regarding Wildcat Drive
• Final plat for Coastal Community and Teachers Credit Union (5.6036 acres)
• Rezoning property near 725 Glenoak Drive from multifamily to single-family residential

The Planning Commission approved consent agenda items 2-9, 11, and 12, which included eight plats (some with sidewalk waivers) and two rezonings near Yorktown Boulevard and Glenoak Drive. Item 10, a rezoning at 7601 Yorktown Boulevard, was tabled at the applicant's request. A sidewalk waiver for a Padre Island lot was denied, and an Urban Transportation Plan amendment removing a portion of Wildcat Drive was approved.

• Approved consent items 2-9, 11, 12 (8 plats, 2 rezonings)
• Tabled rezoning at 7601 Yorktown Boulevard (item 10)
• Denied sidewalk waiver for Padre Island lot (items 13-14)
• Approved UTP amendment removing Wildcat Drive segment (item 15)
• Approved December 9, 2020 meeting minutes