Corpus Christi public meetings in 2024

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to consider a one-reading ordinance to canvass returns and declare the results of the December 14, 2024, runoff election. This election was held to determine the Mayor and Council Members for District 1 and District 4.

• Ordinance 24-2052 to canvass returns and declare results for Mayor, District 1, and District 4 runoff elections

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The Animal Care Advisory Committee will consider approval of November minutes, hear a zoonosis report and monthly shelter/clinic statistics, and discuss input for the annual report. A tour of the Corpus Christi Animal Care Services facility is also on the agenda. No major ordinances or funding decisions are scheduled.

• 24-1963 Adoption of Minutes from November 20, 2024
• 24-1964 Approval of absences (Monica Montalvo)
• 24-1965 Region 11 Zoonosis Report
• 24-1966 Monthly Shelter and Clinic Report
• 24-1968 Discussion on input for the Annual Report

The Animal Care Advisory Committee approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously and tabled approval of Monica Montalvo's absence. Staff reported on shelter needs, including new kennels, a distemper outbreak, and partnerships for animal transport during hurricanes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Monica Montalvo's absence (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will receive updates from several subcommittees, including Agen, Student Exchange, Vera Cruz, Yokosuka, Budget & Fundraising, Transition, and Toledo. The committee may also take action on the Annual Report, dates for the Agen delegation, and the Vera Cruz Virtual Delegation.

• Review and approve Annual Report
• Approve dates for Agen delegation
• Approve Vera Cruz Virtual Delegation
• Agen Subcommittee update
• Student Exchange Subcommittee report

The Sister City Committee met and approved the November 14, 2024 minutes unanimously. Subcommittees reported on Agen, student exchange, Veracruz, Yokosuka, budget, transition, and Toledo activities. No formal decisions were made on new business items, which were deferred for future meetings.

• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Valerie Harbolovic for Agen subcommittee
• Requested Agen proposal ready by January
• Set student exchange application deadline February 15, interviews in March
• Scheduled Yokosuka summit September 16-19
• Reported budget balance of $1,905
• Requested special meeting to discuss budget and funding
• Agreed Valerie Harbolovic as new Transition Subcommittee Chair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the 2025 meeting calendar and review several platting and zoning requests. The agenda includes public hearings for specific land additions, transportation amendments, and various property rezoning ordinances.

• Plat: El Oso Dormido Block 1, Lot 1 (4.888 acres)
• Plat: Caroline's Heights Unit 2 (7.593 acres)
• Plat: Chamberlin's Subdivision Block 23 (0.355 acres)
• Plat: Come Dream Come Build Subdivision Block 1 (0.56 acres)
• Plat: Nueces River Irrigation Park Block 2 (8.604 acres)

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved the 2025 meeting calendar, several consent plats and zoning cases, and two Urban Transportation Plan amendments. It denied a plat extension for Alarcon Addition and an amendment to remove Fred's Folly from the Master Plan. All votes were recorded as listed in the minutes.

• Approved 2025 Planning Commission calendar (all aye)
• Approved consent items 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 (all aye)
• Approved Item 11 (8 aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Item 3 (8 aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Item 8 zoning (7 aye, 2 abstain)
• Denied Item 12 plat extension (all aye)
• Denied Item 13 Fred's Folly UTP amendment (all aye)
• Approved Item 14 Pedestrian Beach Access 18-V UTP amendment (6-3)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes and receive a Parks & Recreation update for December. Members will also discuss potential grant funding for projects and consider the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Approval of the 2025 PRAC Meeting Calendar
• Discussion regarding grant funding for potential projects

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved its 2025 meeting calendar and excused two member absences. Members also approved the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes. No action was taken on grant funding discussions, and the director's report covered updates on several parks and programs.

• Approved 2025 PRAC meeting calendar (motion passed)
• Approved absence for Jay Gardner (motion passed)
• Approved absence for George Woods (motion passed)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of December 11, 2024 (motion passed)
• No action taken on grant funding discussion for potential projects

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2025 Proposed Annual Audit Plan and the 2025 Proposed Audit Committee Meeting Calendar. The meeting also includes a review of the November 12, 2024 minutes and an update from the City Auditor.

• Approval of November 12, 2024 minutes
• 2025 Proposed Annual Audit Plan
• 2025 Proposed Audit Committee Meeting Calendar
• City Auditor's Update

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from November 12, 2024, and the 2025 Proposed Annual Audit Plan and Audit Committee Meeting Calendar. An amendment to include a reference to Talson for audits A1-5 was approved unanimously. The City Auditor provided an update on staff and projects.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Proposed Annual Audit Plan and Audit Committee Meeting Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to include Talson reference for audits A1-5 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a briefing on the $35 million Bond 2024 Residential Streets project. The agenda includes several consent items regarding land annexation, public health grants, and airport lease agreements.

• Briefing on $35 million Bond 2024 Residential Streets project delivery
• Ordinance to annex land into Industrial District No. 1 and No. 2
• Acceptance of $215,009.32 in grants for police vehicle and bomb squad equipment
• Appropriation of $1,322,471.00 for infectious disease prevention and control services
• Approval of $1,911,385.00 for Briscoe King Pavilion improvements and renovation

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Corpus Christi City Council. No votes, orders, or decisions will be made. The agenda consists solely of three commendations recognizing individuals and a school team.

• Commendation for Nate Gonzalez for founding Nate's Next Kid Up non-profit
• Commendation for Richard M. Sandate for induction into Mexican Baseball Hall of Fame
• Commendation for Flour Bluff High School Lady Hornets for state volleyball championship

Airport Board

The board will discuss and possibly approve the 2024 Airport Board Annual Report. They will also approve minutes and absences from the October 30 meeting. Staff reports will cover airports conferences, air service, finances, capital planning, and marketing.

• Approval of absences and minutes from October 30, 2024 regular meeting
• Presentation and possible action on the 2024 Airport Board Annual Report
• Staff announcements and airport conferences update
• Monthly Air Service Report
• Financial, Capital Planning, and Marketing reports

The Airport Board approved the 2024 Annual Report as amended to include EV charging stations installed in the airport parking lot as a 2024 goal. The board also excused four members' absences and approved the October 30, 2024 meeting minutes. Staff announced a new assistant director, a staff resignation, and conference updates.

• Approved 2024 Airport Board Annual Report as amended, adding EV charging stations to goals (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Barrientos, Hicks, Sooda, and Talavera for October 30 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved October 30, 2024 meeting minutes as written (motion carried)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The commission will review the 2024 and 2025 annual reports and discuss 2025 arts grant application scores. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2024 Arts Forum.

• 2024 & 2025 Annual Report
• 2024 Arts Forum
• 2025 Arts Grant Application Scores

The Arts and Cultural Commission approved the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Members discussed the 2024 Arts Forum outcomes, reviewed 2025 annual report goals (to be finalized in January), and agreed to allocate remaining 2025 Arts Grant funds to eligible applicants' requested amounts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to allocate remaining 2025 Arts Grant funds to eligible applicants' requested amounts

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee will review a Beach Maintenance Plan and a resolution to support a cooperation agreement with the Texas General Land Office for shoreline erosion mitigation. The meeting will also include committee reports and the annual report.

• Review Beach Maintenance Plan (24-1162)
• Consider resolution supporting Texas General Land Office cooperation agreement
• Review committee reports from BMAC and ISAC
• Review annual report (24-1928)
• Address members whose terms are expiring (24-1929)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities will discuss and possibly act on a resolution supporting accessible public service announcements for community members with visual loss, hearing loss, and limited English proficiency. Other items include adopting 2025 subcommittee goals, ratifying the 2024 annual report to City Council, and hearing staff reports on parking enforcement and parks projects.

• Motion adopting the 2025 Subcommittee goals
• Resolution in Support of Accessible Public Service Announcements for Community Members with Visual Loss, Hearing Loss, and Limited English Proficiency
• Motion ratifying the 2024 Committee for Persons with Disabilities Annual Report to City Council
• Discussion of Accessible Recreational Playground
• Staff report on Parking Enforcement regarding parking violations

City Council

The City Council will consider a series of consent items, most notably an ordinance to amend the FY2024‑2025 Capital Budget to include Bond 2024 Propositions A‑D and appropriate $140,411,197 for 38 new capital projects. Additional items include lease extensions, equipment purchases, construction contracts, grant applications, and several annexation and disannexation ordinances.

• Ordinance amending FY24‑25 Capital Budget to add $140,411,197 for 38 Bond 2024 projects
• Lease extension with Haas‑Anderson Construction for $9,600/year and new lease with Longyards Development for $10,000/year
• Purchase of three 2025 Ford F‑450 ambulance chassis ($213,629.79) and a Caterpillar AP1000 paver ($619,778.96)
• Construction contract for State Highway 286 Water Line Replacement ($8,296,534.92)
• Annexation of land in Industrial Districts 1 and 2 and disannexation of 15.4 acres near Nueces Bay Blvd

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Corpus Christi City Council. No votes, decisions, or deliberations will occur. The agenda includes commendations and a proclamation recognizing individuals and a special day.

• Commendation for Laura Bartlett as Mayor's Teacher of the Month from T.G. Allen Elementary
• Proclamation declaring December 8, 2024, as Special Hearts Day
• Commendation for Kelley Cruger for founding Corpus Christi Little Pantry non-profit
• Commendation for Cammie Bonilla for contributions to education

Library Board

The Corpus Christi Library Board meeting on December 3, 2024 will review and discuss several reports and agenda items. It will approve prior meeting minutes, hear reports from the Friends of CCPL and the Director, and consider new library card options, homeless initiatives, and a teen section proposal. The board will also receive a legal update on collection development policy and an annual report update.

• Approve November 12 Library Board minutes (item 24-1978)
• Review Homeless Initiatives (item 24-1999)
• Consider new library card option (item 24-2002)
• Brief overview of teen section under consideration (item 24-2003)
• Legal update on collection development policy recommendations (item 24-1981)

The Library Board approved the minutes from the November 12 meeting and voted to excuse a previous absence for board member Jennifer Anderson. The board also received reports on library services for the homeless, potential changes to youth library card options, and legal updates regarding collection development policies.

• Approved November 12 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Jennifer Anderson's previous absence (unanimous)

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on capital improvement projects and the fuel station. Members will also discuss and potentially take action regarding marina security.

• Capital Improvement Projects Update (24-0237)
• Fuel Station (24-1697)
• Marina Security discussion and possible action (24-2007)

The Marina Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its November 4 regular meeting without revision. The rest of the meeting was informational: staff reported on the Illuminated Boat Parade and Barry Brown Regatta, a cure notice issued to Callan Marine over contract violations, and progress on marina capital projects. Members discussed a possible fuel station proposal and marina security, including new cameras along Shoreline Boulevard, but took no votes and referred further discussion to a future meeting.

• Approved November 4 regular meeting minutes without revision
• No action taken on marina overnight shift vs. security firm; referred to next meeting
• No action taken on proposed fuel station; listed as future agenda item
• No action taken on marina security; listed as future agenda item

Building Standards Board

The Building Standards Board will hold public hearings on 11 cases involving dilapidated or unsafe residential structures. Staff recommends demolition for most properties and repair for two. The board may issue orders to demolish, vacate, repair, or secure the premises. Status updates on existing properties and emergency demolitions require no action.

• Returning case: 2542 Montgomery St – staff recommends demolish residential structure
• 412 Coke St (aka 1821 Lipan) – staff recommends repair residential structure
• 1219 Elgin St – staff recommends demolish residential structure
• 806 14th St – staff recommends demolish residential and accessory structure(s)
• 10350 Up River Rd – staff recommends demolish residential and accessory structure(s)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of prior minutes, and new business. They will discuss reports of financial information, consider potential changes to ethics forms, policies, rules, and ordinances, and review any outstanding ethics complaints. The commission also plans an executive session to consult with attorneys on privileged matters.

• Review and approval of minutes from October 17, 2024
• Review, discussion, and possible action regarding Reports of Financial Information
• Discussion and possible action on changes to ethics forms, policies, rules, and ordinances
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints, if any
• Executive session to consult with attorneys under Texas Government Code § 551.071

The Ethics Commission approved prior meeting minutes, excused or tabled commissioner absences, and re-elected Dane Fuller as chairman and Kimberly Ballenger as vice-chair. It tabled six items (4, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14) from the ethics code review for later discussion. No public comments, financial reports, or outstanding complaints were addressed, and no executive session was held.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Commissioner Kimberly Schick's previous absence (unanimous)
• Marked Commissioner Liz Gillenwater's three absences unexcused (unanimous)
• Excused Commissioner Robert Simmons' absence (unanimous)
• Tabled Commissioner Douglas Fick's absence (unanimous)
• Re-elected Dane Fuller as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Kimberly Ballenger as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Tabled ethics code review items 4, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 (unanimous)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The Animal Care Advisory Committee will consider approval of minutes and absences, receive staff reports on zoonosis and monthly shelter/clinic operations, and discuss the annual board report due January 31, 2024. No unfinished business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of absences for October 16, 2024 (Jarvis Amaya, Jackie McCollough) and August 21, 2024 (Jarvis Amaya)
• Region 11 Zoonosis Report for June 2024
• Monthly Shelter and Clinic Report
• Discussion on the Annual Report for city boards due January 31, 2024

The committee approved the October 16, 2024 meeting minutes and absences for Jarvis Amaya and Jackie McCollough (October) and Jarvis Amaya (August), all unanimously. Staff reports covered the zoonosis report and monthly shelter/clinic data, including discussions on kitten intakes, spay/neuter enforcement, euthanasia, and foster capacity. The committee discussed the annual report due January 31, 2024, with plans to collect input from members and CCACS staff.

• Approved October 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved absences for Jarvis Amaya and Jackie McCollough from October 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved absence for Jarvis Amaya from August 21, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will canvass the November 5 general election results and order a December 14 runoff for Mayor and Council Districts 1 and 4. The consent agenda includes zoning changes with historic overlays, a $2.45 million contract for the Calallen Elevated Storage Tank project, and acceptance of a $120,500 border security grant for police overtime. The council will also discuss the CCREDC quarterly update and a legislative agenda workshop.

• One-reading ordinance canvassing election results and declaring winners for Mayor and eight council members
• One-reading ordinance ordering a runoff election on December 14 for Mayor and Council Districts 1 and 4
• Ordinance accepting $120,500 from the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division for police overtime and retirement
• Zoning case ZN8420 rezoning 314 Clifford Street to RS-6/H with historic overlay
• Professional services contract up to $2,450,854.40 for Calallen Elevated Storage Tank design and construction

The City Council certified the results of the November 5 general and special elections and ordered a December 14 runoff election for Mayor and Council Districts 1 and 4. The council also approved a $221,284 increase to the Type B fund for economic development services (6-3) and a $137,260 Type A funding addendum for Whataburger Field improvements (8-1). Several contracts and ordinances were approved on the consent agenda, including a $2.45 million design contract for the Calallen Elevated Storage Tank project.

• Certified Nov. 5 election results and declared outcomes (8-0, Suckley absent)
• Ordered Dec. 14 runoff election for Mayor and Council Districts 1 and 4 (8-0, Suckley absent)
• Approved $221,284 Type B fund increase for CCREDC services (6-3)
• Approved $137,260 Type A funding for Whataburger Field improvements (8-1)
• Approved $2,450,854 design contract for Calallen Elevated Storage Tank project (consent)
• Approved $140,411,197 capital budget amendment for Bond 2024 projects (first reading, consent)
• Approved $120,500 grant for police overtime and retirement (consent)
• Approved 10-year Padre Island Yacht Club lease renewal (first reading, consent)

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will not take any official votes during this ceremonial meeting. The agenda includes commendations for the West Oso High School Dazzle Dance Team, Habeeb’s Jewelers, and the Corpus Christi Senior Softball Association, as well as a proclamation for National Apprenticeship Week.

• Commendation for West Oso High School Dazzle Dance Team
• Proclamation for National Apprenticeship Week
• Commendation for Habeeb’s Jewelers
• Commendation for Corpus Christi Senior Softball Association

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 board is meeting to vote on downtown development agreements and reimbursement amendments. The board will also review financial reports as of September 30, 2024.

• Proposed development agreement with C&P Monarch LP for 1102 S Shoreline Blvd not to exceed $5,000,000
• Proposed development agreement with Furman Foundry, LLC for 418 Peoples Street not to exceed $8,975
• Proposed completion date extension to June 30, 2026 for Thirsty Corpus LLC at 1002 N Chaparral Street
• Proposed payout schedule amendment for Buccaneer Commission, Inc. at 1415 N Water Street
• Review of TIRZ #3 Financial Reports as of September 30, 2024

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Cultural Commission will review the FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update and discuss the 2025 Arts Grant Program applications. The body will also review the 2024 & 2025 Annual Report and the 2024 Arts Forum.

• FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update
• 2025 Arts Grant Program Applications & Briefing
• 2024 & 2025 Annual Report
• 2024 Arts Forum
• Approval of October 22, 2024 Minutes

The Arts and Cultural Commission approved the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Members were briefed on the 2025 Arts Grant Program, including scoring procedures and conflict-of-interest forms, with 26 applications received and a December 6, 2024 score submission deadline. No other formal decisions were made; items on conservation, the Arts Forum, and the annual report were discussed only.

• Approved October 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Briefed on 2025 Arts Grant Program; 26 applications, scores due Dec 6, 2024
• Discussed FY24 Art Collection Conservation Update; pricing proposals pending
• Discussed 2024 Arts Forum; nominee responses pending
• Discussed 2024 & 2025 Annual Report; due Jan 31, 2025

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will receive updates from various subcommittees regarding international partnerships. The body will discuss and potentially take action on the Agen delegation, budget and fundraising, and the annual report.

• Discussion and possible action on Agen delegation
• Budget and fundraising update
• Review of annual report
• Subcommittee updates for Vera Cruz, Yokosuka, and Toledo
• Student Exchange Subcommittee update

The Corpus Christi Sister City Committee met on November 14, 2024, and approved the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes and excused Valerie Harbolovic's absence, both unanimously. No formal decisions were made on substantive items; the committee discussed updates from subcommittees, including Agen, student exchange, Vera Cruz, Yokosuka, budget, and transition. The transition subcommittee outlined three options for the committee's future structure, with members assigned to research each option and a decision timeline of March/April before the budget process.

• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Valerie Harbolovic's absence from last meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss potential grant funding for projects, receive an annual presentation on the committee's mission and the Open Meetings Act, and hold elections for committee chair. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a director's report on November parks updates, and liaison reports from subcommittees.

• Discussion regarding grant funding for potential projects
• Annual presentation on PRAC mission and Open Meetings Act refresher by City Attorney
• Nomination and action regarding PRAC chair elections
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from September 11, 2024
• Director's report with parks and recreation updates for November 2024

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved excusing one absence and approved prior meeting minutes. It tabled a discussion on grant funding for potential projects. Linda Lindsey was unanimously nominated and approved as Chairperson, and Thomas Cronnon as Vice Chair. A City Attorney gave a presentation on the committee's mission and the Open Meetings Act; no action was taken on that item.

• Approved excusing Mark Borgeson's absence (motion passed)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of November 13, 2024 (motion passed)
• Tabled discussion on grant funding for potential projects (motion passed)
• Nominated and approved Linda Lindsey as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Nominated and approved Thomas Cronnon as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on the 2024 Annual Report, a consent agenda with several plats and time extensions, and a public hearing for a zoning change. The consent items include replats at Padre Island and Calallen, and time extensions for River Ridge Unit 4 and Kaspian Subdivision. The zoning case would rezone 648 FM 2444 from Farm Rural to Single-Family 22. The commission will also discuss the next meeting date.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Planning Commission Annual Report
• Replat of 0.53 acres at Padre Island Ports O'Call Block 14 Lots 25R and 26R (Item 3)
• Replat of 7.698 acres for Rally Credit Union Calallen (Item 4)
• Time extension request for River Ridge Unit 4 preliminary plat (2nd request, 24 months) (Item 7)
• Zoning case ZN8299: rezone 648 FM 2444 from FR to RS-22 (Item 9)

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved the Bayside Area Development Plan as presented by staff, along with a consent agenda covering plats, time extensions, and a zoning change. The commission also approved the 2023 Annual Report and canceled the November 27, 2024 meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Bayside Area Development Plan (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda with plats, time extensions, and zoning case ZN8299 (all aye)
• Approved 2023 Annual Report (all aye)
• Canceled November 27, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (all aye)
• Approved minutes from October 30, 2024 (all aye)
• Approved absences for October 30, 2024 (all aye)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the NPI Seawall and a drainage resolution. Members will also discuss safety at Whitecap and review public comments from the October 1, 2024 meeting.

• NPI Seawall Update
• Drainage Resolution Update
• Whitecap Safety Discussion
• Beach Updates
• Parks Updates

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will vote on three items: approval of the September 24, 2024 minutes, acceptance of the AU24‑006 Engineering – Police Training Academy Talson audit report, and a recommendation to amend City Code Chapter 12½ to update auditing standards. The committee will also discuss the proposed 2025 Draft Annual Audit Plan and receive an update from the City Auditor. No public comment will be taken on the discussion items.

• 24-1840 – Motion to approve minutes for September 24, 2024
• 24-1820 – Motion to accept AU24‑006 Engineering – Police Training Academy Talson Audit Report
• 24-1871 – Motion to recommend amendment to City Code Chapter 12½, City Auditor, to change auditing standards
• 24-1821 – Discuss Proposed 2025 Draft Annual Audit Plan (discussion only)
• 24-1841 – City Auditor's Update (discussion only)

The Audit Committee approved minutes from September 24, 2024, and accepted the amended AU24-006 Engineering - Police Training Academy Talson Audit Report after a unanimous vote to amend the report. The committee also unanimously recommended approval of an amendment to City Code Chapter 12½ to change applicable auditing standards. The proposed 2025 Draft Annual Audit Plan and meeting calendar were discussed but will be presented for approval at the December 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes for September 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Amended AU24-006 Engineering - Police Training Academy Talson Audit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted amended AU24-006 audit report (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of City Code Chapter 12½ amendment to change auditing standards (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider consent items including a $2.64M landfill roadway contract and a $7.83M design-build agreement for Industrial Park Roadway Improvements. Public hearings are scheduled for annexation of industrial district properties and two zoning reclassifications adding historic overlays. An executive session will discuss legal issues related to water contracts and industrial districts.

• Design-build contract up to $7,827,277 for Industrial Park Roadway Improvements with concrete pavement, sidewalks, lighting, utilities (District 5)
• Construction contract not to exceed $2,643,574.91 for Phase 2 of Cefe Valenzuela Landfill internal roadway replacement
• Second public hearings on annexation of industrial district properties in Nueces and San Patricio counties without new 15-year agreements
• Ordinance accepting $120,500 from Homeland Security Grants for police overtime and retirement (Local Border Security Grant)
• Zoning case ZN8420 to rezone 314 Clifford Street to RS-6 with Historic Overlay; ZN8419 to rezone 601 North Water Street to CBD with Historic Overlay

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will not vote on any items during this ceremonial meeting. The agenda includes commendations for Roy Miller High School teacher Chanta Gidrey and Sea Turtle Research pioneer Donna Shaver, along with proclamations for 'Caraday of Corpus Christi Day' and 'National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals Day.'

• Commendation for Roy Miller High School teacher Chanta Gidrey
• Proclamation for 'Caraday of Corpus Christi Day'
• Commendation for Sea Turtle Research pioneer Donna Shaver
• Proclamation for 'National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals Day'

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss questions on the Collection Development Policy and consider creating a subcommittee for the annual board report. They will also hear a liaison report from Friends of CCPL and a Director's Report. Approval of minutes from October 1 is on the agenda.

• Discussion of Collection Development Policy (agenda item 24-1656)
• Possible action to create a subcommittee for the annual board report (agenda item 24-1875)
• Approval of October 1 Library Board minutes (agenda item 24-1872)
• Friends of CCPL Liaison Report (agenda item 24-1873)
• Director's Report (agenda item 24-1874)

The board approved the October meeting minutes and discussed proposed changes to library card policies and collection organization. Staff presented a proposal for a new library card requiring a parent's presence at checkout and the creation of a separate Teen section for ages 13-17.

• Approved October 1 Library Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Excused previous absence of Alice Hawkins (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation approved transferring $820,000 from its Economic Development Fund to mitigate shoreline erosion of public parks along Corpus Christi Bay, with the agreement itself to be approved by City Council. The board also approved its 2025 meeting calendar and the October 21, 2024 minutes. Financial reports as of September 30, 2024 were presented and discussed. No public comments were made.

• Approved $820,000 fund transfer for shoreline erosion mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 B Corporation meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board met and approved the minutes from its October 21, 2024 regular meeting and the 2025 meeting calendar, both unanimously. The board also received financial reports as of September 30, 2024, with discussion on the reserve fund, Marina Master Plan status, and sales tax reauthorization timeline. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee will discuss unfinished business on a beach maintenance plan and new business including a resolution supporting long-term beach sediment planning and a resolution to support a cooperation agreement with the Texas General Land Office to mitigate shoreline erosion of public parks along Corpus Christi Bay. The meeting also includes public comment and committee reports.

• Unfinished business: Beach Maintenance Plan
• Discuss resolution to support long-term beach sediment planning
• Resolution for Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B to support cooperation agreement with Texas GLO for shoreline erosion mitigation of public parks along Corpus Christi Bay

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee voted to support the City of Corpus Christi providing matching funds for a CEPRA grant to mitigate shoreline erosion of public parks along Corpus Christi Bay. The committee also discussed drafting a resolution on long-term beach sediment planning, with a member volunteering to draft it for the next meeting. Minutes from September and absences were approved.

• Approved motion to support City matching funds for CEPRA grant (passed)
• Approved September meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved absences (passed)
• Discussed drafting resolution on long-term beach sediment planning (no action taken)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities will discuss and possibly adopt a resolution supporting accessible public service announcements for residents with visual loss, hearing loss, and limited English proficiency. Other business includes approving 2025 subcommittee goals, reviewing 2024 committee accomplishments for the annual report to City Council, and receiving a parking enforcement report on ADA citations.

• Resolution supporting accessible public service announcements for residents with visual loss, hearing loss, and limited English proficiency
• Motion adopting 2025 Subcommittee Goals
• 2024 Committee accomplishments for Annual Report to City Council
• Parking Enforcement report on ADA citation violations from 2021-2024
• Discussion of process for committee members to place items on agendas

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding board vacancies. The body will also review unfinished business concerning traffic safety, a fuel station, and capital improvement projects.

• Board Vacancies (Item 24-1790)
• Capital Improvement Projects Update (Item 24-0237)
• Traffic Safety (Item 24-0360)
• Fuel Station (Item 24-1697)

The Marina Advisory Committee met and approved the October minutes without changes. The committee discussed a proposed fuel station at Coopers Alley, with members seeing no conflict of interest in the chairman's involvement. Updates were provided on capital projects, including a cure notice for Callan Marine and progress on the Peoples Street Boardwalk. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved October 7th meeting minutes without revision
• Discussed fuel station proposal by Chairman Murray with 3L Fuels; no action taken
• Noted Engineering and Legal will issue cure notice to Callan Marine for contract violations
• Acknowledged three committee vacancies effective December 18th

Airport Board

The Airport Board will discuss and potentially recommend that City Council approve lease agreements for American, United, and Southwest Airlines. The board will also consider recommendations for on-airport rental car concession and lease agreements.

• Signatory Airline Use and Lease Agreements with American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines
• On-Airport Rental Car Concession & Lease Agreements
• Master Plan Process Update
• Monthly Air Service Report
• Financial and Capital Planning Reports

The Airport Board voted to recommend City Council approval of three-year Signatory Airline Use and Lease Agreements with American, United, and Southwest Airlines, and five-year On-Airport Rental Car Concession and Lease Agreements. Both motions carried. The board also excused two members' absences and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Recommended City Council approve Signatory Airline Use and Lease Agreements with American, United, and Southwest Airlines (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approve On-Airport Rental Car Concession and Lease Agreements (motion carried)
• Excused Board Member Collin and Board Member Barrientos for October 2nd absence (motion carried)
• Approved October 2nd, 2024 meeting minutes as written (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review and potentially act on several land use requests. This includes three zoning changes for commercial and residential development and the approval of two property plats.

• Rezoning 6817 Brooke Road from Multifamily District (RM-2) to General Commercial District (CG-2)
• Rezoning 3501 De Zevala Street from Single-Family 6 District (RS-6) to Single-Family 4.5 District with a Planned Unit Development Overlay (RS-4.5/PUD)
• Rezoning property at CR-33 and FM-43 from Farm Rural District (FR) to Single-Family 4.5 District (RS-4.5)
• Plat for Shell Road Poultry Acres Lot 7AR (1.337 acres) north of Leopard Street and west of Violet Road
• Preliminary plat for Del-Mar South Campus Block 1 Lot 3 (5.00 acres) north of Yorktown Blvd. and east of Cimarron Blvd.

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for 6817 Brooke Road from multifamily residential (RM-2) to general commercial (CG-2), with one abstention. Two plats were also approved. A rezoning for 3501 De Zevala Street was not acted on due to lack of quorum and will be rescheduled. Another rezoning case was pulled from the agenda for further staff discussion.

• Approved rezoning at 6817 Brooke Road from RM-2 to CG-2 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved plat PL8472 Shell Road Poultry Acres Lot 7AR (all aye)
• Approved preliminary plat PL8351 Del-Mar South Campus Block 1 Lot 3 (all aye)
• No action on rezoning ZN8398 at 3501 De Zevala Street due to lack of quorum
• Pulled rezoning ZN8474 at CR-33/FM-43 from agenda for staff discussion

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including large wastewater construction agreements and service contracts. Public hearings will be held on annexations in industrial districts and on developer participation agreements for Oso Parkway. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters related to water rights and water‑related properties.

• Ordinance authorizing a Wastewater Trunk System Construction and Reimbursement Agreement up to $440,829.12 with MPM Development for King’s Landing Unit 6 subdivision
• Ordinance authorizing a Wastewater Collection Line Construction Reimbursement Agreement up to $14,476.00 with Devonshire Custom Homes for Westwood Heights Unit 4
• Motion authorizing a three‑year service agreement with Southern Tire Mart for mobile tire repair services up to $223,807.00
• Motion authorizing a three‑year service agreement with Excel Pump & Machine, Inc. up to $1,599,980.00 (potential $2,666,633.33 if options exercised)
• Executive session to discuss purchase, lease, and value of water rights and water‑related properties

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will meet for ceremonial items. The agenda states the Council will not vote, order, decide, deliberate, or take any action on the items discussed.

• Commendation for Flour Bluff High School Sailing Team
• Proclamation for Walk to End Alzheimer’s Day
• Commendation for TAMU-CC athletes Ryann Phillips and Giuliana Poletti Corrales
• Check presentation by Corpus Christi International Airport

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and grant acceptances. The meeting includes public hearings on developer reimbursement agreements for wastewater and road construction. Council will also receive an update on the North Beach Revitalization.

• Construction contract of $12,174,975.00 to H&S Constructors, Inc for Mary Rhodes Pipeline Phase 1
• Appropriation of $1,897,870.00 from Type B Economic Development Fund for Del Mar College Foundation Inc. equipment
• Annexation and rezoning of 87.57-acre Clarkwood Estates subdivision
• Developer reimbursement agreements for King’s Landing Unit 5 ($846,528.72) and Unit 6 ($440,829.12)
• Grant acceptance of $318,816.56 for Corpus Christi Police Department’s Victim Assistance Program

Arts and Cultural Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the 2025 arts grants timeline and form automation. The body will also review the FY 25 budget update and the FY 24 art collection conservation update.

• 2025 Arts Grants & Form Automation
• 2024 Advisory Committee Goals
• FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update
• FY 25 Budget Update

The Arts and Cultural Commission approved the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff reported the 2025 Arts Grant Program opened October 15, 2024, with a confirmed budget of $300,000. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted 2025 Arts Grant Program went live October 15, 2024
• Confirmed 2025 Arts Grant Program budget at $300,000

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting where it is prohibited from taking official action. The agenda includes commendations for a teacher and park partners, as well as a proclamation for National Chiropractic Health Month.

• Commendation for Johnnie Marley as Mayor's Teacher of the Month
• Proclamation for National Chiropractic Health Month
• Commendation for Adopt-a-Park Partners
• Meeting held at City Council Chambers, 1201 Leopard Street
• Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation Type A board is meeting to review financial reports and elect officers. The board will consider a motion to fund improvements for Whataburger Field.

• Proposed project funding not to exceed $137,260 for Whataburger Field improvements
• Election of Officers for a term ending September 30, 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024 and August 19, 2024 meetings
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of July 31, 2024

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board approved a project not to exceed $137,260 for improvements to Whataburger Field, funded from the FY 2025 Type A Business and Job Development Fund. The board also elected officers for a term ending September 30, 2024, matching the Type B Board slate, and approved minutes from the July 15 and August 19, 2024 meetings. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $137,260 for Whataburger Field improvements (unanimous)
• Elected same slate of officers as Type B Board for term ending September 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 15, 2024 Regular Meeting and August 19, 2024 Special Meeting (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation will review a cooperation agreement with the Texas General Land Office regarding shoreline erosion along Corpus Christi Bay. The board will also elect officers and review financial reports.

• Cooperation Agreement with the Texas General Land Office to Mitigate Shoreline Erosion of Public Parks along the Corpus Christi Bay
• Election of Officers for a term ending September 30, 2024
• Type B Financial Reports as of August 31, 2024
• Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation (CCREDC) Quarterly Report

The board elected Alan Wilson as President, Diana Summers as Vice-President, and Jesus Jimenez as Secretary. It approved the September 16, 2024 minutes and excused Jimenez's absence from that meeting. A shoreline erosion agreement with the Texas General Land Office was changed to a presentation with no action taken. The board received financial reports and a quarterly economic development report.

• Elected Alan Wilson as President (4-2; LaRue, Philipello, Jimenez, Reddy for Wilson; Summers, Holland for Summers)
• Elected Diana Summers as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Elected Jesus Jimenez as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Jimenez's absence from September 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Item 4 (TGLO shoreline erosion cooperation agreement) changed to presentation; no action required

Ethics Commission

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission will meet to review financial information reports, discuss potential policy changes, and address outstanding complaints. The meeting includes a closed executive session for attorney consultation.

• Review of Reports of Financial Information (24-1724)
• Discussion on Ethics Commission policies and rules (24-1725)
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints (24-1726)
• Executive Session for attorney consultation (24-1727)

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission approved the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes and tabled absences for two commissioners. Members discussed financial information reports and were assigned sections of the Code of Ethics to review. No executive session was held, and no substantive decisions were made beyond procedural actions.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled absences of Commissioners Gillenwater and Schick (unanimous)
• Discussed Reports of Financial Information (no action)
• Assigned Code of Ethics sections for review (no action)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports on zoonosis and shelter and clinic operations. Members will also discuss changes and priorities currently being addressed at the Corpus Christi Animal Care and Shelter (CCACS).

• Region 11 Zoonosis Report
• Monthly Shelter and Clinic Report
• Discussion on changes and priorities at CCACS

The Animal Care Advisory Committee met October 16, 2024 with five of seven members present. It approved the September 18, 2024 minutes and approved the absence of Monica Montalvo from that meeting, both unanimously. Approval of Jarvis Amaya's absence from the August 21, 2024 meeting was tabled because he was absent. Staff gave a quarterly zoonosis update and a shelter and clinic report, and discussed CCACS priorities; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved September 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved absence of Monica Montalvo from September 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Jarvis Amaya's absence from August 21, 2024 meeting to next meeting
• No public comment recorded
• No committee reports recorded
• No unfinished business recorded
• Adjourned at 1:27 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land replats and a preliminary plat for Roy Smith Plaza. The body will also discuss two requests for 12-month time extensions for Rancho Vista units.

• Preliminary plat for Roy Smith Plaza (62.44 acres) south of S.P.I.D. and east of Rodd Field Rd.
• Replat of Bent Tree Unit 2 Block 7 Lots 8-13 (0.24 acres)
• Replat of Alta Vista by the Bay Block 2 Lot 10A (0.41 acres)
• Replat of Diaz Addition Block A Lot 12R (0.147 acres)
• 12-month time extensions for Rancho Vista Unit 27 (11.33 acres) and Unit 29 (8.88 acres)

The Planning Commission approved the October 2, 2024 draft minutes and, in a single vote, approved consent items 2 through 7: four plats and two 12-month time extensions for Rancho Vista Units 27 and 29. For the Roy Smith Plaza preliminary plat (Item 4), the Commission emphasized that drainage must be resolved before the final plat returns to the Commission. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 5:35 pm.

• Approved October 2, 2024 draft meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Approved Bent Tree Unit 2 Block 7 Lots 8-13 replat (0.24 acres) (All Aye)
• Approved Alta Vista by the Bay Block 2 Lot 10A replat (0.41 acres) (All Aye)
• Approved Roy Smith Plaza preliminary plat (62.44 acres) with drainage to be resolved before final plat (All Aye)
• Approved Diaz Addition Block A Lot 12R replat (0.147 acres) (All Aye)
• Approved 2nd 12-month time extension for Rancho Vista Unit 27 final plat (11.33 acres) (All Aye)
• Approved 2nd 12-month time extension for Rancho Vista Unit 29 final plat (8.88 acres) (All Aye)

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will vote on a consent agenda of routine items, including zoning changes for Yorktown Boulevard and Rodd Field Road, and grant funding for police and fire departments. The council will also hold public hearings on annexing a subdivision and rezoning a property on SH-361.

• Zoning change for 7868 Yorktown Boulevard to Neighborhood Commercial
• Zoning change for 2201 Rodd Field Road to General Commercial
• Grant acceptance of $99,976.50 for traffic enforcement
• Construction contract award of up to $27M for wastewater projects
• Public hearing on annexing Clarkwood Estates subdivision

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is holding a ceremonial meeting to recognize specific awareness weeks and months. The agenda states that the Council will not vote, order, decide, or deliberate on any items.

• Proclamation for Court Observance Week (October 20-26, 2024)
• Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31, 2024)
• Proclamation for Code Compliance Month (October 2024)

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The Reinvestment Zone No. 2 board will discuss and possibly take action on three funding requests for maintenance and construction projects. The board will also review financial reports and discuss a new business incentive program.

• Appropriation of $1,911,358 for the Briscoe King Pavilion project
• Appropriation of $970,624.05 for the Park Road 22 Lift Station Forcemain Bypass project
• Purchase of a boat and prefabricated restroom facility for Packery Channel maintenance for $370,000
• Discussion of a new TIRZ Business Incentive Program
• Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will meet to review the September monthly report and provide updates on capital improvement projects. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on the illuminated boat parade and the fuel station.

• Discussion and possible action on the Illuminated Boat Parade (24-1696)
• Discussion and possible action on the Fuel Station (24-1697)
• Updates on Capital Improvement Projects (24-0237)
• Discussion on Traffic Safety (24-0360)
• Discussion on Port Dredging (24-1298)

The Marina Advisory Committee met and received updates from Marina Manager Jonathan Atwood on capital projects, including delayed dredging due to equipment failure, a revised dock installation order, and progress on the Peoples Street Boardwalk. The committee also discussed a proposed fuel station with 3L Fuels and the upcoming Illuminated Boat Parade. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved September 9th meeting minutes without revision
• Heard update on Callan Marine dredging delays and revised dock installation order (A pier before L pier)
• Discussed proposed fuel station with 3L Fuels (no action taken)
• Discussed Illuminated Boat Parade scheduled for December 7th (no action taken)

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a resolution for long-term beach sediment planning. The body will also address the Beach Maintenance Plan under unfinished business.

• Discussion of resolution 24-1612 regarding long-term beach sediment planning
• Review of Beach Maintenance Plan (24-1162)
• BMAC Report (24-0822)
• ISAC Report (24-0823)

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will hold its October 3 meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a chair, vice-chair, and committee chairs, receive staff and subcommittee reports, and discuss a possible 2025 work plan including fundraising. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Election of officers: Chair, Vice-Chair, and Committee Chairs
• Staff report: New Committee Liaison Assistant City Secretary Stephanie Box
• Agen Subcommittee Update by Westi Horne, Chair
• Student Exchange Update
• Discussion with possible action on a 2025 work plan including fundraising

The committee elected Luis Cabrera as Chair and Valerie Harbolovic as Vice Chair, and approved the September 12, 2024 minutes. Members discussed a draft work plan for 2025, including fundraising and visits, and agreed to use it as a working document. No formal votes were taken on the work plan or other new business.

• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Luis Cabrera as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Valerie Harbolovic as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed subcommittee chairs and assistant chairs for Agen, Vera Cruz, Student Exchange, Yokosuka, Budget & Fundraising, and Transition

Airport Board

The Airport Board will approve the August 28, 2024 meeting minutes and record absences. It will hear a United States Coast Guard overview presented by Captain Charles Wilson and an introduction to Wings of Texas. The board will also receive an update on the FDL‑Stonewater lease amendment.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (item 24-1620)
• Approval of absences for August 28, 2024 meeting (item 24-1428)
• United States Coast Guard overview presentation by Captain Charles Wilson (item 24-1622)
• Wings of Texas introduction (item 24-1623)
• Update on FDL‑Stonewater lease agreement (item 24-1634)

The Airport Board excused two member absences and approved the minutes from the August 28, 2024, regular meeting. The Board also received presentations from the U.S. Coast Guard and Wings of Texas, heard updates regarding a lease agreement and staff changes, and received various monthly staff reports.

• Approved absences for Board Members Collin and Barrientos (August 28 meeting)
• Approved August 28, 2024 Regular Airport Board Meeting minutes as written

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will act on a consent public hearing to approve preliminary and final plats for Clarkwood Estates, Greentree Subdivision, and extensions for Caroline Heights, Graham Estates, and Manning Acres.

• Clarkwood Estates (87.57 acres) preliminary plat south of SH 44
• Greentree Subdivision (6.45 acres) final plat west of Flour Bluff Dr.
• Caroline Heights Unit 1 (18.72 acres) 3rd request for 12-month extension
• Graham Estates (20 acres) 1st request for 12-month extension
• Manning Acres (9.8 acres) 1st request for 12-month extension

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved all consent items on the agenda, including two conditional plats and three time extensions for subdivisions. The approvals were unanimous with all nine members voting in favor. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved minutes of September 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Clarkwood Estates master preliminary plat, 87.57 acres (unanimous)
• Approved Greentree Subdivision final plat, Lots 5A & 5B, 6.45 acres (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Caroline Heights Unit 1 final plat (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Graham Estates final plat (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Manning Acres final plat (unanimous)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities will discuss incorporating people-first language into city programs and set goals for 2025. The agenda also includes presentations on the Architectural Barriers Program and reports from various subcommittees.

• Discussion on incorporating people-first language into city programs
• Presentation on the Architectural Barriers Program
• Review of 2025 Committee Goals
• Upcoming events and year-end report planning
• Vote on 2025 Committee Meeting Calendar

The committee unanimously approved the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes. Members heard a presentation from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on accessibility standards and complaint filing, plus staff reports on completed parks projects and parking violations. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were informational or assigned to subcommittees for future work.

• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted two committee vacancies to be filled February 2025
• Assigned subcommittees to review 2024 accomplishments and set 2025 goals
• Discussed possible subcommittee review of people-first language in city ordinances

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review reports and discuss collection development policy. The board is also considering a date change for its November meeting.

• Discussion and possible action to reschedule the November meeting to November 12th
• Collection Development Policy questions and discussion
• Cataloging 101- Part 1 Presentation
• Approval of September 3rd meeting minutes

The Library Board tabled its discussion of proposed changes to the Collection Development Policy until the next meeting, after lengthy public comment and board debate. The board also approved the September minutes and voted to reschedule the November meeting to November 12th. No final decisions were made on the policy changes.

• Tabled Collection Development Policy discussion until next month (unanimous)
• Approved September 3rd Library Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled November Library Board meeting to November 12th (6-2)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The Island Strategic Action Committee will review updates on beach and park projects. The body will discuss and potentially take action on the North Padre Island Seawall and Commodores Park.

• North Padre Island Seawall update
• Commodores Park discussion and possible action
• Beach and Parks updates
• Island Project updates
• ISAC Subcommittees review and discussion

The Island Strategic Action Committee passed a resolution supporting the implementation of a skate park at Billish Park, proposed to be built as soon as possible. The committee also discussed subcommittee proposals, deciding that TIRZ #2 monitoring and Island CIP/Bond Projects monitoring were outside its charge or redundant, and confirmed Craig Thompson as chair of the existing ADP Subcommittee. No other formal actions were taken.

• Passed resolution supporting skate park at Billish Park (unanimous)
• Confirmed Craig Thompson as chair of ADP Subcommittee
• Determined TIRZ #2 monitoring not within committee charge
• Determined Island CIP/Bond Projects monitoring redundant

Audit Committee

The Corpus Christi Audit Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on four audit reports, a revised annual audit plan, and a recommendation to conduct a 2024 market salary study for City Auditor's Office positions. Two briefings and an executive session on legal and personnel matters are also scheduled.

• Approve minutes for February 28, June 18, July 12, and August 6, 2024
• Accept AU24-005 Engineering audit report for Packery Channel and Sidewalk Restoration Talson
• Accept AU24-002 Emergency Management audit report for Disaster Recovery
• Recommend 2024 Market Salary Study for all City Auditor's Office positions

The Audit Committee unanimously approved minutes from four prior meetings, accepted three audit reports (Packery Channel, Emergency Management Disaster Recovery, and the FY2024 Weaver and Tidwell engagement letter), and approved the 2024 Revised Annual Audit Plan. A motion to recommend a 2025 market salary study for City Auditor's Office positions was postponed until the November meeting. The committee also discussed a P-Card allegation, recommending additional testing and adding it to the audit plan.

• Approved minutes for Feb 28, Jun 18, Jul 12, Aug 6, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted AU24-005 Engineering - Packery Channel and Sidewalk Restoration Talson Audit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2024 Weaver and Tidwell, LLP Audit Engagement Letter (unanimous)
• Accepted AU24-002 Emergency Management - Disaster Recovery Audit Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Revised Annual Audit Plan (unanimous)
• Postponed 2024 Market Salary Study recommendation until November meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to establish further direction for the City Auditor (unanimous)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Cultural Commission will meet to discuss the 2025 arts grants timeline and the FY 25 budget. The body will also review the 2024 advisory committee goals and art collection conservation updates.

• 2025 Arts Grants & Form Automation
• 2024 Advisory Committee Goals
• FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update
• FY 25 Budget Update

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee will review monthly shelter, clinic, and zoonosis reports. Members will discuss grants, the redaction of property ownership records for CCACS employees, and deceased animal pickup by Solid Waste.

• Discussion on grants
• Discussion on redacting property ownership records for CCACS employees
• Discussion on deceased animal pick up by Solid Waste
• Region 11 Zoonosis Report
• Monthly Shelter and Clinic Report for August

The Animal Care Advisory Committee approved the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Approval of absences for that meeting was tabled because member Jarvis Amaya was not present to explain his absence. Staff reports covered shelter statistics, zoonosis updates, and ongoing projects like kennel construction and ordinance changes.

• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of absences from August 21, 2024 (Jarvis Amaya not present)

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will hold a consent public hearing to approve several subdivision plats and time‑extension requests. Items include a replat of the Padre Island‑Corpus Christi Ports O’ Call Block, a conditional plat for Kingsley Heights Phase II, and three 12‑month extensions for Bridges Mill Village Unit 3, Landmark at Airline, and London Towne Subdivision Unit 9A. The commission will consider these items together by a single vote without separate discussion unless a commissioner pulls an item. Routine agenda items such as public comment, approval of minutes, and the director’s report are also scheduled.

• PL8305 – Replat of Padre Island‑Corpus Christi Ports O’ Call Block (0.21 acres)
• PL8238 – Conditional plat for Kingsley Heights Phase II (9.97 acres)
• 22PL1146 – 12‑month extension request for Bridges Mill Village Unit 3 (12.906 acres)
• 22PL1061 – 12‑month extension request for Landmark at Airline (11.16 acres)
• 22PL1109 – 12‑month extension request for London Towne Subdivision Unit 9A (18.42 acres)

The Planning Commission approved all consent items on the agenda, including two plats, one conditional plat, and three 12-month time extensions for previously approved plats. The votes were unanimous (all aye). The commission also approved the absence of Commissioner Munoz and the draft minutes from September 4, 2024. No public comments were made.

• Approved absence for Commissioner Munoz (all aye)
• Approved September 4, 2024 draft minutes (all aye)
• Approved replat PL8305, Padre Island Ports O' Call Block 14 Lots 13A-C (all aye)
• Approved conditional final plat PL8238, Kingsley Heights Phase II Lots 2-4 (all aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Bridges Mill Village Unit 3 (all aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Landmark at Airline Block 1 Lot 1 (all aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for London Towne Subdivision Unit 9A (all aye)

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Corpus Christi Reinvestment Zone No. 3 board will decide on seven downtown development agreements totaling $1.4M in incentives and approve a $1.4M service plan for FY2025. The meeting also includes financial reports and closed-session discussions on pending economic development deals.

• Approve $79,714 incentive for Starr Street Properties LP at 511 Starr St
• Approve $36,867 incentive for Pfluger Architects Inc at 401 N Chaparral St Unit C
• Approve $20,237 incentive for Thunderbird Wine & Spirits LLC at 418 Peoples St
• Approve $17,160 incentive for Loli’s Streatery at 601 N Water St
• Approve $1.4M service plan and $1.4M interlocal agreement with Downtown Management District

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is holding a ceremonial meeting to recognize specific dates and causes. No votes, orders, or official council actions will be taken during this session.

• Proclamation for Johnny Canales Day (September 17, 2024)
• Proclamation for Puppy Mill Awareness Day (September 21, 2024)
• Proclamation for National Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2024)

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will hear routine updates and take votes on water and wastewater rate changes, a $11.2 million waterline replacement contract, and several procurement items. The meeting also includes briefings and consent items such as zoning cases and board appointments.

• Ordinance amending water rates effective Jan 1, 2025 (24-1576)
• Ordinance amending wastewater rates effective Jan 1, 2025 (24-1563)
• Motion awarding $11,219,911.80 waterline replacement contract (24-1518)
• Motion authorizing $654,845.77 purchase for 30 Ford F-150 patrol units (24-1420)
• Zoning rezoning at FM-2444/Staples St and CR-43 to CN-1 and RS-22 (24-1460)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation board will approve minutes from prior meetings and review its July financial report. The main agenda item is a public hearing on a proposed agreement of up to $1,897,870 with the Del Mar College Foundation, Inc. for equipment supporting five skills‑training programs. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes for July 15 and August 19 meetings (Item 24-1560)
• Review of Type B financial reports as of July 31, 2024 (Item 24-1482)
• Public hearing on agreement up to $1,897,870 with Del Mar College Foundation for equipment for five training programs (Item 24-1554)

The Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B Board approved a public hearing item for an agreement up to $1,897,870.00 to the Del Mar College Foundation, Inc. for equipment for five enhanced skills training programs. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2024 regular meeting and August 19, 2024 special meeting. No public comments were made during the hearing or public comment period.

• Approved $1,897,870.00 agreement to Del Mar College Foundation for equipment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 15, 2024 regular meeting and August 19, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will meet to approve minutes from July and August and review updates on the Veracruz and student exchange programs.

• Approval of July and August 2024 minutes
• Veracruz program update
• Student exchange program update
• US-Japan Summit discussion

The committee approved the July and August minutes and the August sign-in sheet. It was announced that the Sister Cities program will transfer to the City Secretary's Office in October.

• Approved July 2024 minutes
• Approved August 2024 minutes as amended
• Excused August absences for Mourad Hasbaoui and Charles Harris
• Approved August sign-in sheet
• Scheduled next meeting for October 3

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will approve the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes and hear the September director’s report, including the Junior Lifeguard Camp. Members will discuss an unfinished art‑acceptance agreement with the South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People for Ishka at Hans Suter Park. New business includes a briefing on the Bayside Area Development Plan and updates to the department’s 10‑year master plan.

• 24-0972 – Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• 24-0351 – Director’s report on September 2024 Parks & Recreation updates, Junior Lifeguard Camp
• 24-1328 – Proposed art‑acceptance agreement with South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People for Ishka at Hans Suter Park
• 24-1479 – Bayside Area Development Plan briefing (Planning & Community Development Department)
• 24-1478 – Updates to the Parks & Recreation 10‑Year Master Plan

The committee voted to support a proposed agreement for the acceptance of art from the South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People of Corpus Christi. Members also received updates on the Bayside Area Development Plan and the Parks & Recreation 10-Year Master Plan, though no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved absence for Thomas Cronnon
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Supported agreement for acceptance of art from South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People (unanimous)
• Appointed liaisons for Island Strategic Action and Watershore and Beach Advisory committees

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities meets to discuss subcommittee updates, future events, and quarterly public service announcements. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on planning and coordination.

• Roundtable discussion on adding events to the committee calendar
• Engineering subcommittee update on Flour Bluff Intersection accessibility
• Public Service Announcement subcommittee to finalize ADA compliance complaint guide
• Accessible Recreation Playgrounds subcommittee to discuss work plan development dates
• Summer camp for individuals with disabilities discussed but not decided

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital budgets, a property tax rate increase of 6.03%, and various fee changes. The agenda also includes public hearings on two zoning cases and consent items such as police grants and service agreements.

• Adoption of FY2024-2025 Operating and Capital budgets
• Property tax rate set at $0.599774 per $100 valuation (6.03% increase)
• Water and wastewater rate increases effective January 1, 2025
• Police grant acceptance for Auto Theft Task Force ($864,514)
• Public hearings on two zoning cases (ZN8340 and ZN8348)

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will present two proclamations designating September 8, 2024 as International Literacy Day and September 2024 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It will also conduct a swearing‑in ceremony for newly appointed board, commission, committee and corporation members. No council actions or votes will be taken during this meeting.

• Proclamation declaring September 8, 2024 as International Literacy Day
• Proclamation declaring September 2024 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
• Swearing‑in ceremony for newly appointed board, commission, committee and corporation members

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will meet to review monthly reports and capital improvement projects. The agenda includes a presentation on sea level rise and a discussion regarding port dredging.

• Sea level rise presentation
• Port dredging discussion
• Capital Improvement Projects update
• August 2024 monthly reports

The Marina Advisory Committee approved the August meeting minutes without changes. Members heard updates on capital projects, including dredging delays and dock replacements, and received a presentation on sea level rise from the Harte Research Institute. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved August 5 meeting minutes without revision
• Heard update on Capital Improvement Projects, including Callan Marine dredging and dock replacements
• Heard sea level rise presentation from Dr. Gibeaut of Harte Research Institute

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee will meet to review reports on beach maintenance and erosion response, including a presentation from the Galveston Parks Board. The meeting will also cover committee reports and allow for public comment.

• Review of 24-1162 Beach Maintenance Plan
• Update on 24-1161 Erosion Response Plan for Bayview Parks
• Presentation by Galveston Parks Board (24-1160)
• 24-0822 BMAC Report
• 24-0823 ISAC Report

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee heard a presentation from Galveston's director of Coastal Projects on beach nourishment and discussed the erosion response plan for Bayview Parks, which lacks matching funds. No formal decisions were made beyond approving minutes and absences.

• Approved July minutes as presented
• Approved absences

Ethics Commission

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on financial reports, ethics-related policies, and outstanding ethics complaints, including those involving Ms. Becky Moeller. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session for attorney consultation.

• Review and possible action on Reports of Financial Information (24-1342)
• Discussion and possible action on ethics-related forms, policies, and ordinances (24-1343)
• Review and possible action on outstanding ethics complaints, including Ms. Becky Moeller v. Pat Craig and Ms. Becky Moeller v. Miles Risley (24-1344, 24-1360)
• Executive session to consult on attorney-client privileged matters (24-1345)

The Ethics Commission approved sending refiling notices for financial reports to four individuals, denied a complaint against Pat Craig (6-1), and unanimously denied a complaint against Miles Risley after voting to review it. The commission tabled discussion on forms and policies, and entered executive session for attorney consultation.

• Approved sending refiling notices for Reports of Financial Information to Benjamin Polak, Michael Munoz, Michael Hunter, and Cynthia Salazar-Garza (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports, and laws related to the Ethics Commission (unanimous)
• Denied complaint against Pat Craig (6-1, Barrera nay)
• Approved moving forward with reviewing complaint against Miles Risley (unanimous)
• Denied complaint against Miles Risley (unanimous)
• Approved entering executive session for attorney consultation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission will review and vote on several items, including the approval of subdivision plats and proposed zoning changes. The body will also hold public hearings on amendments to an Urban Transportation Plan.

• Plats: Central Park Unit 1, Heritage West Block 2 Lot 2, Waldron Estates, The Domain Block 1 Lot 1
• Zoning: 11202 Haven Drive from RS-6 to RS-4.5 and CN-1
• Zoning: 7213 State Highway 361 from RM-AT to CN-1
• Public Hearing: Urban Transportation Plan Amendment deleting proposed collector roads
• Public Hearing: Urban Transportation Plan Amendment deleting proposed collector roads

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved all consent items, including five plats and two zoning changes, with one abstention on the Haven Drive rezoning. It also approved two Urban Transportation Plan amendments deleting proposed collector road extensions. No public comments were made except one resident's concern about traffic and sidewalks near the Haven Drive site.

• Approved Central Park Unit 1 replat (0.607 acres) (all aye)
• Approved Heritage West Block 2 Lot 2 final plat (30.12 acres) (all aye)
• Approved Waldron Estates preliminary plat (17.28 acres) (all aye)
• Approved The Domain Block 1 Lot 1 conditional replat (1.43 acres) (all aye)
• Approved rezoning at 11202 Haven Drive from RS-6 to RS-4.5 and CN-1 (5-0-1, Hedrick abstained)
• Approved rezoning at 7213 State Highway 361 from RM-AT to CN-1 (all aye)
• Approved UTP amendment deleting Whirlaway Drive extension (5-0-1, York abstained)
• Approved UTP amendment deleting Sand Dollar Avenue extension (5-0-1, York abstained)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will meet to review updates regarding the Island Mobility Plan and no wake zones. The agenda also includes updates on beaches, parks, and a review of committee by-laws.

• 24-1508 No Wake Zone Update
• 24-1507 Island Mobility Plan Update
• 24-0900 By-Laws Review
• 24-0896 Beach Updates
• 24-0897 Parks Updates

The Island Strategic Action Committee approved the Island Mobility Plan with a priority phase for the area between Commodores and Whitecap. The committee also unanimously adopted updated by-laws. Other agenda items, including updates on the No Wake Zone, beach conditions, and park projects, were discussed but resulted in no formal actions.

• Approved Island Mobility Plan with priority phase (12-1)
• Approved updated committee by-laws (13-0)
• Approved June 4, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets, setting a property tax rate of $0.599774 per $100 valuation, and approving various fee and rate changes for utilities and services.

• Public Hearing and First Reading Ordinance adopting the FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget
• Public Hearing and First Reading Ordinance setting a property tax rate of $0.599774 per $100 valuation
• Ordinance amending water and wastewater rates effective January 1, 2025
• Ordinance amending parking rates at Corpus Christi International Airport effective October 1, 2024
• Consent agenda items include a $994,688 insurance renewal and a $2,436,190 health benefits agreement

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The Corpus Christi City Council held a ceremonial meeting on September 3, 2024. The council presented a commendation for Kimberly Crabtree of Zachary Kolda Elementary School as Mayor’s Teacher of the Month, a commendation for Mario Gomez for heroic and life‑saving actions, and a proclamation naming September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. No council actions or votes were taken on these items.

• Commendation honoring Kimberly Crabtree from Zachary Kolda Elementary School as Mayor’s Teacher of the Month
• Commendation honoring Mario Gomez for his heroic and life‑saving efforts
• Proclamation declaring September 2024 as “Suicide Prevention Awareness Month”

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the CCPL Collection Development Policy. The board is also scheduled to discuss and possibly act on Library Board Priorities.

• Discussion and possible action on Collection Development Policy
• Discussion and possible action on Library Board Priorities
• Approval of August 9 Library Board Meeting Minutes

The Library Board voted 5-4 to forward proposed revisions to the Collection Development Policy to library staff for review, after amending the motion to remove a direct referral to City Council. The proposal, which includes changes to definitions of pornography and removal of DEI references, sparked extensive public comment both for and against. The board also approved the August meeting minutes and discussed budget and priorities.

• Approved August 9 Library Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended motion to remove 'and City Council' from referral (unanimous)
• Forwarded proposed Collection Development Policy changes and sample policy to library staff (5-4)

City Council Workshop

The Corpus Christi City Council holds a workshop to discuss the FY 2025 budget, focusing on the Capital Improvement Program, Hotel Occupancy Tax projects, and potential budget adjustments. No formal action or public comment will be taken during this informational session.

• FY 2025 Capital Improvements Plan briefing (24-1452)
• FY 2025 Hotel Occupancy Tax-funded projects including Visit Corpus Christi presentation (24-1454)
• Potential budget adjustments discussion (24-1455)

Airport Board

The Corpus Christi Airport Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and seek City Council approval for a lease amendment with FDL-CC, LLC. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

• Approval of July 31, 2024 Airport Board minutes and absences
• Presentation and discussion of the Airport FY25 Budget
• Recommendation for City Council approval of a ground lease amendment with FDL-CC, LLC
• Presentation on upcoming Board Meetings
• Monthly Air Service Report

The Airport Board approved a second amendment to the ground lease with FDL-CC, LLC, extending the term by 40 years with two 5-year renewal options, contingent on continued subleasing to the U.S. Coast Guard. Rent will increase by $20,000 per year for 13 years, then 3% annually thereafter. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and absences, and rescheduled upcoming meetings due to conflicts.

• Approved second amendment to FDL-CC, LLC ground lease (motion carried)
• Approved minutes for July 31, 2024 meeting as written
• Excused absences for Collin, Barrientos, Patterson, and Saenz for July meeting
• Consensus to hold September meeting on October 2, November meeting on December 10, and cancel December meeting

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Cultural Commission will meet to discuss updates on 2025 arts grants automation, review 2024 advisory committee goals, and receive a conservation update for the city’s art collection. The body will also hear a budget update for fiscal year 2025.

• 2025 Arts Grants & Form Automation (24-1186)
• 2024 Advisory Committee Goals Review (24-1143)
• 2023 Completion Reports Update (24-1144)
• FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update (24-1240)
• FY 25 Budget Update (24-1412)

The Arts and Cultural Commission voted to approve the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes and paused promotion of 2025 arts grants until the city's new website goes live on October 1, 2024. Members reviewed 2024 advisory goals, noting the Arts Forum will be held October 30 and that a 2025 goals list is due by December-January. The commission also discussed the FY 25 budget, with the $300,000 arts grants budget likely unchanged, and noted four firms submitted RFQ proposals for the art collection conservation project.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Paused 2025 arts grants promotion until new website launch on October 1
• Reviewed 2024 Advisory Committee Goals; AR project to continue through year-end
• Scheduled Arts Forum for October 30 at 6:00 pm
• Set timeline for 2025 Advisory Committee Goals list by December-January
• Noted four RFQ proposals received for art collection conservation; interviews to follow

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY 2025 budget process and Labor Day preparations. The body is deciding on several contracts for infrastructure and software, as well as the reestablishment of industrial districts.

• Asphalt supply agreements with Anderson Colombia Co., Inc. and Berry Contracting, LP for up to $9,000,000
• Software and support agreement with Infor LLC not to exceed $1,226,457.00
• Professional services contract with LJA Engineering, Inc. for Blucher Park Wastewater Improvements not to exceed $240,020.00
• Ordinance for new 15-year Industrial District Agreements for districts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11
• Acquisition of property interests for the Michael J. Ellis Seawall on North Padre Island

Building Standards Board

The Building Standards Board will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties are dilapidated or unfit for habitation. The Board may issue orders to demolish, vacate, relocate occupants, repair, or secure these premises.

• Staff recommendation to demolish residential structure at 5314 Burton Lane
• Staff recommendation to demolish residential and accessory structures at 921/923 Duncan St.
• Staff recommendation to demolish residential structures at 5030 Kosarek Dr., 2542 Montgomery, 119 Parr St., 761 Post Ave, 2958 Sabinas, and 702 Southern St.
• Staff recommendation to demolish residential accessory at 4442 Valdez Dr.
• Staff report on the FY25 Budget

The Building Standards Board approved demolition orders for eight residential structures, requiring owners to demolish within 30 days or face city action. One case was tabled to November 21, 2024, for the owner to provide a plan. The board also approved minutes and an absence, and took no action on property and emergency demolition spreadsheets.

• Approved demolition order for 921 Duncan aka 923 Duncan St. (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 5030 Kosarek Dr. (all aye)
• Tabled demolition case for 2542 Montgomery to Nov 21, 2024 (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 119 Parr St. (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 761 Post Ave (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 2958 Sabinas (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 702 Southern St. (all aye)
• Approved demolition order for 4442 Valdez Dr. (all aye)

City Council Workshop

The City Council is meeting for informational briefings regarding the FY 2025 budget. No official actions will be taken and no public comment will be solicited during this workshop.

• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Police
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Fire
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Development Services

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes and approved absences for Monica Montalvo and Jackie McCollough. Staff reports covered zoonosis, shelter statistics, and a budget presentation, but no substantive policy decisions were made. The introduction of the new Assistant Director was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved absences for Monica Montalvo and Jackie McCollough (unanimous)
• Postponed introduction of Assistant Director Cynthia Martinez to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the proposed FY2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program Budget and an urban transportation amendment. The body will also consider several land plats and a beachfront construction certificate for the Bob Hall Pier.

• Proposed FY2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget
• Beachfront Construction Certificate for Bob Hall Pier at 15820 Park Road 22
• Preliminary plat for Lagunera Edge (68.272 acres) south of Graham Rd and east of Waldron Rd
• Final plat for Agape Ranch Subdivision Unit 1 (11.276 acres) north of FM 43 and east of CR 33
• Urban Transportation Amendment to delete a portion of the Castle Black Road right-of-way

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved the FY2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget in a 4-2 vote, with two commissioners voting against. The commission also approved several plats, time extensions, and a beachfront construction certificate, along with an urban transportation amendment for Castle Black Road.

• Approved FY2024-2025 CIP budget (4-2)
• Approved Lagunera Edge preliminary plat (68.272 acres)
• Approved Mariner's Cay Unit 2A replat (0.20 acres)
• Approved Agape Ranch Subdivision Unit 1 final plat (11.276 acres)
• Approved 12-month time extensions for Kings Landing Units 8 and 10
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate for Bob Hall Pier (with conditions)
• Approved Urban Transportation Amendment deleting Castle Black Road corridor

City Council

The City Council will consider several reimbursement agreements for water and wastewater construction across multiple districts. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request for a property near Laguna Shores Drive and the termination of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #5.

• Rezoning of 3909 Laguna Shores Drive to Resort Commercial District (Case ZN8186)
• Termination of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #5
• Water arterial transmission grid main reimbursement of $1,245,538.00 for Kaspian Subdivision Unit l
• Texas Beach Watch Program Grant for $140,000.00 from the Texas General Land Office
• Professional auditing services agreement with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP up to $794,200.00

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will meet for ceremonial items. The agenda states the Council will not vote, order, decide, deliberate, or take any action on items discussed.

• Commendation for Ashley Love as Mayor’s Teacher of the Month
• Proclamation declaring August 26, 2024, as Women’s Equality Day
• Swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed board, commission, committee and corporation members

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation will consider modifying its FY 2024-2025 operating budget by adding $221,284, approving a $1,897,870 agreement with Del Mar College Foundation for equipment for five skills-training programs, and authorizing eight small-business assistance agreements totaling up to $1,076,700. A public hearing is scheduled for the small-business agreements. The board will also receive an update on requested Type B funded projects for FY 2025.

• 24-1404: Motion to modify FY 2024-2025 operating budget by including $221,284
• 24-1402: Motion to approve $1,897,870 agreement with Del Mar College Foundation for equipment for five skills-training programs
• 24-1365: Public hearing and motion for eight small-business assistance agreements totaling up to $1,076,700 with LiftFund, SCORE, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, and Del Mar College District
• 24-1403: Update on requested FY 2025 Type B funded projects

The Corpus Christi B Corporation (Type B) board approved a $1,897,870 agreement with Del Mar College Foundation for equipment for five skills-training programs, and authorized eight small business assistance agreements totaling up to $1,076,700. The board also amended and approved a $221,284 addition to its FY 2024-2025 operating budget for the CCREDC membership, adding a recommendation that the board's chairman and vice-chairman be appointed to the CCREDC board. No public comments were made at the meeting.

• Approved $1,897,870 agreement with Del Mar College Foundation for equipment (unanimous)
• Approved eight small business assistance agreements up to $1,076,700 (unanimous)
• Amended and approved $221,284 budget addition for CCREDC membership, adding recommendation for chairman/vice-chairman appointments (unanimous)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to review financial reports and receive an informational update. The session includes a presentation regarding sales tax reauthorization.

• Update on Sales Tax Reauthorization (Item 24-1366)

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) met in special session and received a presentation from Assistant City Manager Heather Hurlbert on the upcoming sales tax reauthorization, including details on Propositions E and F. Board members discussed topics such as arterial and collector street funding, North Beach phase two, and the Crime Control District sales tax. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

• No formal actions or votes taken during the meeting
• Received update on sales tax reauthorization (presentation only)
• Discussed Proposition E and F ballot language and next steps

City Council Workshop

City Council will receive informational briefings regarding the FY 2025 budgets for Solid Waste, Public Works, Animal Care Services, and Health. No official action will be taken and no public comment will be solicited during this workshop.

• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Solid Waste Services
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Public Works
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Animal Care Services
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Health

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review the proposed Marina Master Plan and the FY 25 Annual Operating and Capital Budget. The body will also discuss maintenance processes and an art acceptance agreement.

• Proposed Marina Master Plan
• Proposed Annual Operating and Capital Budget for FY 25
• Agreement for the Acceptance of Art from South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People of Corpus Christi at Hans Suter Park
• Overview process for 311, Maximo and Preventative Maintenance

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee voted against a motion to support the proposed Marina Master Plan, with members citing budget concerns and seawall development issues. The committee also tabled a proposed agreement for an Indigenous monument at Hans Suter Park. No action was taken on the FY25 Parks & Recreation budget, which includes proposed reductions at Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve and other facilities.

• Approved meeting minutes with amendment to include Twila Stevens' comment (motion passed)
• Motion to support Marina Master Plan failed (No votes: George Woods, Shawn Flanagan, Joan Wolfe, Howard Schauer, Twila Stevens)
• Tabled proposed agreement for Indigenous monument at Hans Suter Park (motion passed)
• No action taken on FY25 Parks & Recreation budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss setting a maximum ad valorem tax rate for FY 2025 and schedule public hearings for the budget. The body is also considering several zoning changes, infrastructure reimbursement agreements, and board appointments.

• Proposed maximum ad valorem tax rate of $0.599774 per $100 valuation for FY 2025
• Ordinance ordering a general election for Mayor and eight Council Members on November 5, 2024
• Rezoning of 7702 Starry Road from Farm Rural to Multi-Family District
• Water arterial transmission agreements with MPM Development, LP for Starlight Estates Unit 8 ($393,888.30) and Royal Oak South ($141,108.94)
• Wastewater trunk line agreement with MPM Development for Royal Oak South up to $365,028.94

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The Corpus Christi City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Three commendations will be presented to recognize a published author, a long-serving local business, and a public speaking champion.

• Commendation honoring published author Summer Bischoff
• Commendation recognizing Benjamin’s Surf & Skate for 40+ years of community service
• Commendation honoring Prax Morgan as two-time Pinto World Public Speaking Champion

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the proposed budget and the outcomes of the Collection Development Policy Subcommittee review. The board will also consider a vote to dissolve the Collection Development Review Subcommittee.

• Proposed Budget presentation and possible action
• Collection Development Policy Subcommittee review outcome and possible action
• Vote to dissolve the Collection Development Review Subcommittee
• Discussion of Library Board priorities

The Library Board voted to support proposed FY2026 budget changes that avoid closing the Garcia Library, instead reducing six positions and hours at all locations. The board also voted to dissolve the Collection Development Policy Review Subcommittee after it failed to reach consensus on policy revisions. No action was taken on the subcommittee's recommendations.

• Approved July 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported FY2026 budget changes reducing 6 positions and hours, avoiding Garcia Library closure (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Dissolved Collection Development Policy Review Subcommittee (all in favor, 1 absent)
• Took no action on Collection Development Policy recommendations due to lack of consensus

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings and address any absences. It will receive a report from the Fort Worth Sister City Program, including a proposed delegation from France during Buccaneer Days, a Veracruz delegation visit in September, and a student exchange update. Staff will present the remaining budget. The committee will also consider any new business and future agenda items.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes and absences
• Report from Fort Worth Sister City Program – proposed French delegation for Buccaneer Days, Veracruz delegation visit in September, student exchange update
• Staff report on remaining budget
• Discussion of new business and future agenda items

The committee approved a $14,500 budget for the Veracruz delegation's September visit, which includes transportation, receptions, and meals. They also approved minutes from April 11, 2024, and excused absences for the July 11, 2024 meeting. A proposed delegation from Agen during Buccaneer Days was postponed due to budget approval delays.

• Approved $14,500 budget for Veracruz delegation visit (includes $500 for aloe tiles)
• Approved April 11, 2024 minutes
• Approved absences for July 11, 2024 meeting, with Heather excused
• Approved motion to allow Melody to attend Veracruz events despite not being on committee

City Council Workshop

The City Council will receive informational briefings on the FY 2025 budget, focusing on recommendations for libraries, code enforcement, parks and recreation, and employee compensation.

• FY 2025 Budget Recommendations Update
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Libraries
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Code Enforcement
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Parks and Recreation
• FY 2025 Budget Workshop: Employee Compensation and Benefits

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget. The body will also consider several zoning changes and a land plat approval.

• Proposed FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget
• Rezoning 601 Graham Road from RM-1 to RS-4.5 and CG-2
• Rezoning 7868 Yorktown Boulevard from RS-4.5 to CN-2
• Rezoning 2201 Rodd Field Road from ON to CG-2
• Preliminary plat for Caroline's Heights Units 2 & 3 (18.720 acres)

The Planning Commission elected Michael York as Chairman and Cynthia Garza as Vice Chairman. It approved consent items including plats, zoning changes, and a time extension. The commission also heard a presentation on the FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program budget but took no action on it.

• Elected Michael York as Chairman (all aye)
• Elected Cynthia Garza as Vice Chairman (5-1)
• Approved consent items 2-6 (all aye), including Caroline's Heights plat, three zoning changes, and The Villas PUD time extension
• Approved absence for Commissioner Lerma for July 24, 2024 (all aye)
• Approved July 24, 2024 meeting minutes (all aye)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The committee will receive reports from city departments on ADA activities, parking citations, and engineering projects. Members will discuss accessibility at Salina Park and the Flour Bluff intersection, as well as the development of public service announcements.

• Presentation by Norman Kieke on filing ADA complaints
• Staff reports on ADA activity, parking citations, and accessibility programs
• Discussion on Salina Park accessibility and condition
• Engineering update on the Flour Bluff intersection
• Discussion regarding a summer camp for individuals with disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities approved the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Members also voted to define excused absences as those due to illness or work-related reasons, while unexcused absences are those without required notification per Bylaws. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on events, PSA topics, and a park closure.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Defined excused absences as illness or work-related; unexcused as lack of required notification

Library Board

The scheduled meeting for August 6, 2024, was cancelled and rescheduled for August 9th. The original agenda included a proposed budget presentation and a review of the Collection Development Policy.

• Proposed Budget Presentation and Possible Action
• Collection Development Policy Subcommittee Review Outcome and Possible Action
• Vote to Dissolve the Collection Development Review Subcommittee
• Library Board Priorities Discussion

The Library Board voted to dissolve the Collection Development Policy Review Subcommittee after it failed to reach consensus on proposed policy changes, with all present members voting in favor. The board also approved a motion to support proposed FY2026 budget changes that reduce six positions and hours across libraries, with one abstention. No action was taken on the subcommittee's recommendations due to lack of consensus.

• Dissolved Collection Development Policy Review Subcommittee (all present voted yes)
• Approved motion to support FY2026 budget changes reducing 6 positions and hours (all yes, Dora Wilburn abstained)
• Approved July 2 Library Board minutes (unanimous)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss and potentially recommend a three-year contract for external auditing services. The committee will also review reports regarding fraud, waste, and abuse received by the City Auditor's Office.

• Possible recommendation of a three-year contract (with two one-year options) with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP
• Discussion of fraud, waste, and abuse reports received by the City Auditor's Office
• Executive session to consult with attorneys on personnel matters and the City Auditor

The Audit Committee unanimously recommended a three-year contract, with two one-year options, with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP, as the City's external auditor. It also unanimously approved an investigation into a P-card allegation regarding spending abuse of city funds for meals. The committee held an executive session on personnel and legal matters but took no action.

• Recommended three-year external audit contract with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP, with two one-year options (unanimous)
• Approved investigation of P-card allegation on spending abuse for meals (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The Island Strategic Action Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on a resolution of support for City of Corpus Christi FY25 budget initiatives. The body will also review committee by-laws and discuss Commodores Park.

• Resolution of support for City of Corpus Christi FY25 Budget Initiatives
• Discussion and possible action regarding Commodores Park
• Review of committee by-laws
• Updates on Beaches & Parks

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review monthly reports and provide updates on capital improvement projects and port dredging. Members will also discuss and potentially take action on the marina breakwater and abandoned wells.

• Capital Improvement Projects Update (24-0237)
• Port Dredging (24-1298)
• Marina Breakwater (24-1288)
• Abandoned Wells (24-1299)

The Marina Advisory Committee approved the July 1 meeting minutes without changes. Marina Manager Jonathan Atwood reported on ongoing capital projects, including slow dredging progress, dock shipment delays, and upcoming repairs. No formal votes or decisions were taken on new business items; all were informational updates.

• Approved July 1 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted A pier dredging at 75% complete; approved continued dredging for L pier
• Heard dock shipments delayed pending dredging completion
• Heard Peoples Street Boardwalk contract approved by City Council; construction to start mid-September
• Heard Marina Master Plan to go before City Council on August 30
• Heard breakwater feasibility study awaiting City Council approval
• Heard update on abandoned wells in Corpus Christi Bay

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee of the City of Corpus Christi meets Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the 6th Floor Conference Room at City Hall, 1201 Leopard Street, with a WebEx option. The agenda includes committee reports, an unfinished item on a smoking ban, and two new business items: an update on the Erosion Response Plan for Bayview Parks and a presentation by Deidre Williams on the Shoreline Survey. The agenda does not state what decisions, if any, will be made on these items.

• Unfinished business: item 24-0661, Smoking Ban
• New business: item 24-1161, Update on The Erosion Response Plan for Bayview Parks
• New business: item 24-1163, Presentation by Deidre Williams on the Shoreline Survey
• Committee reports: PRAC Report (Howard Schauer), BMAC Report (Cliff Schalbach), ISAC Report
• Public comment period with Open Meetings Act limits on board response

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering three motions to be placed on the November 5, 2024, ballot. These items involve a $175 million bond program for various public projects and two sales tax propositions for city facility renovations and flood control.

• Motion 24-1145: $175 million bond program for streets, parks, public safety, and public facilities
• Motion 24-1146: 1/8% sales tax for SEA District facility renovations or military infrastructure and street maintenance
• Motion 24-1244: 1/8% sales tax for Downtown Seawall and City-Wide Flood Control and coastal resiliency projects

City Council Workshop

This workshop is for informational purposes only and no official action will be taken. The City Council will receive briefings regarding proposed operating and capital budgets for water and wastewater services for Fiscal Year 2025.

• FY 2025 Water and Wastewater proposed operating budgets
• FY 2025 Water and Wastewater proposed capital budgets
• Proposed utility rates for FY 2025

Airport Board

The Airport Board will consider recommending changes to the Code of Ordinances regarding long-term and short-term parking rates at Corpus Christi International Airport. The board will also receive a presentation on the Airport Campus Project and discuss a parking policy for board members.

• Possible action to recommend City Council approval to amend Code of Ordinances Section 9-35 regarding parking rates
• Presentation and discussion on the Airport Campus Project
• Discussion of an Airport Parking Policy for Airport Board Members
• Staff announcements including the introduction of Airport Property Manager Tracy Streeter
• Update on the Master Plan Public Information Workshop

The Airport Board voted to recommend City Council approval of an ordinance amendment increasing long-term and short-term parking rates at Corpus Christi International Airport. The board also approved the May 29, 2024 meeting minutes and excused Board Member Barrientos's absence. Other items were informational, including updates on the Airport Campus Project, staff changes, and awards.

• Approved parking fee increase recommendation (motion carried)
• Approved May 29, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused Board Member Barrientos's absence (motion carried)

City Council

City Council is conducting public hearings on the Proposed Bond 2024 Program and the Proposed Sales Tax Reauthorization Plan. The body is also reviewing the FY 2025 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget and ordering a general election for November 5, 2024.

• Contract for new Peoples Street Boardwalk with SR Trident, Inc. not to exceed $5,999,753.60
• Professional services contract with NITEC, LLC for Underground Natural Gas Storage project for $4,571,582
• FY 2025 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget of $11,871,085.00
• Rezoning of 7213 State Highway 361 to Recreational Vehicle Park District
• Rezoning of 7702 Starry Road from Farm Rural to Multi-Family District

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The Corpus Christi City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Three proclamations will be issued: one declaring August 5, 2024, as 'Sink Your Shucks Day,' another honoring Coach Steve Campbell for his 40+ years of service, and a third declaring July 2024 as 'Watch Your Car Month.'

• Proclamation declaring August 5, 2024, as 'Sink Your Shucks Day'
• Commendation honoring Coach Steve Campbell for 40+ years of service to Calallen School District
• Proclamation declaring July 2024 as 'Watch Your Car Month'

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 board will decide on four downtown development agreements and two amendments to existing reimbursement agreements. The board will also receive a financial report and hear public comment, but no votes are scheduled for the Downtown Management District updates.

• Approve $46,489 incentive for ZJZ Properties QOF, LLC at 715 N Mesquite St
• Approve $20,000 incentive for YC Texas Hotel, LLC at 601 N Water St
• Amend Furman Foundry, LLC agreement at 418 Peoples St with completion extended to Jan 31, 2025
• Amend 500 Shoreline, LLC agreement at 500 N Shoreline Blvd with completion extended to Mar 31, 2025

Building Standards Board

The Corpus Christi Building Standards Board will approve minutes from the May 23 meeting and review property and emergency demolition status reports. The board will hear a returning case for 5314 Burton Lane and new cases for nine other properties, all with staff recommendations to demolish residential or accessory structures. Decisions may result in orders to demolish, vacate, or secure the listed premises.

• Case V222702-011224 – 5314 Burton Lane – staff recommends demolition of residential structure
• Case V224520-021294 – 921 Duncan St – staff recommends demolition of residential and accessory structures
• Case V223866-020224 – 5030 Kosarek Dr – staff recommends demolition of residential structure
• Case V223506-012824 – 2542 Montgomery – staff recommends demolition of residential structure
• Case V224401-020924 – 119 Parr St – staff recommends demolition of residential structure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a consent public hearing with staff recommendations for approval of several items. It will vote on the replatting of Shoreline Oaks Subdivision Unit 1 (0.92 acre) and Lexington Plaza Block D lots 43 and 44 (0.5 acre). The commission will also consider two zoning ordinances: ZN8340 to rezone land near FM‑2444/Staples Street and County Road 43 from Farm Rural to Neighborhood Commercial and Single‑Family 22 districts, and ZN8348 to rezone 508 South Nineteenth Street from Neighborhood Commercial to Single‑Family 6 district, each with a penalty not to exceed $2,000. A briefing on the Draft Bayside Area Development Plan will be presented.

• Replat Shoreline Oaks Subdivision Unit 1 Block 1 Lots 1R‑8R (0.92 acre) – PL8344
• Replat Lexington Plaza Block D Lots 43‑44 (0.5 acre) – PL8335
• Zoning ordinance ZN8340: rezone property near FM‑2444/Staples St & CR‑43 from “FR” to “CN‑1” and “RS‑22”, penalty up to $2,000
• Zoning ordinance ZN8348: rezone 508 South Nineteenth St from “CN‑1” to “RS‑6”, penalty up to $2,000
• Briefing on Draft Bayside Area Development Plan

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved two consent agenda items: a replat for Shoreline Oaks Subdivision and a zoning change for a property on South Nineteenth Street. It also approved a replat for Lexington Plaza Block D, with Vice Chairman York abstaining. The commission approved a zoning change for Cypress Point Capital LLC near FM-2444 and CR-43, with Commissioner Hedrick voting no. A briefing on the draft Bayside Area Development Plan was presented.

• Approved July 10, 2024 draft minutes (all aye)
• Approved replat PL8344 Shoreline Oaks Subdivision (all aye)
• Approved replat PL8335 Lexington Plaza Block D (all aye, York abstained)
• Approved zoning ZN8340 Cypress Point Capital LLC (7-1, Hedrick no)
• Approved zoning ZN8348 City of Corpus Christi (all aye)
• Received briefing on draft Bayside Area Development Plan

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda covering routine motions, ordinances and resolutions. Public hearings will be held on two zoning cases. Individual items include the FY 2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget and a professional services contract for pavement evaluation.

• Ordinance 24-0644: $2,000,000 cash and $1,158,184 in-kind for Yorktown Mud Bridge sidewalks and bike lanes
• Ordinance 24-0539: Up to $1,978,937.16 for wastewater trunk line at Haven Subdivision
• Ordinance 24-0070: Up to $899,000 for water arterial transmission grid main at Saratoga Ridge
• Ordinance 24-0996: Adoption of HUD FY 2025 action plan totaling $4,738,857
• Ordinance 24-1074: FY 2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget of $11,871,085

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is meeting for ceremonial purposes. The agenda states that the Council will not vote, order, decide, deliberate, or take any action on the items discussed.

• Commendation honoring Braelynn Ramirez
• Proclamation declaring July 2024 as National Parks and Recreation Month
• Commendation honoring Mike Cotten’s BBQ

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Cultural Commission will approve the minutes from its June 25 meeting and review FY24 arts grant updates. It will consider new business items, including a proposed timeline and form automation for the 2025 arts grants, suggested November and December meeting dates, and a mock‑up for a veterans mural at the Antonio E. Garcia Arts & Education Center.

• Approve minutes from 24-1140 (June 25, 2024 meeting)
• FY24 Arts Grants update (item 24-1142)
• 2025 Arts Grants proposed timeline & form automation (item 24-1186)
• ACC November & December proposed meeting dates (item 24-1187)
• Antonio E. Garcia Arts & Education Center veterans mural mock‑up (item 24-1188)

The Arts and Cultural Commission approved the June 25, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff reported that all 2024 Arts Grant payments have been submitted, and the Coastal Bend Restaurant Week application was denied with encouragement to reapply. The commission discussed updates on the FY 25 Arts Grants, advisory committee goals, and the art collection conservation timeline, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Coastal Bend Restaurant Week's 2024 Arts Grant application (reported by staff)

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The TIRZ No. 2 Board will approve the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes and review the financial reports for the zone as of May 31, 2024. The board will then consider a resolution to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 (Island). No other actions are scheduled.

• Approval of June 11, 2024 TIRZ No. 2 meeting minutes (item 24-1213)
• Review of TIRZ #2 financial reports as of May 31, 2024 (item 24-1113)
• Resolution to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 operating budget (item 24-1214)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will meet to discuss financial information reports and potential changes to commission policies and rules. The body may also take action on outstanding ethics complaints and hold an executive session with attorneys.

• Review of Reports of Financial Information (24-1173)
• Discussion of changes to Ethics Commission forms, policies, rules, and ordinances (24-1174)
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints (24-1175)
• Executive Session to consult with attorneys on privileged matters (24-1177)

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission voted unanimously to recommend amending the Ethics Code to include a proposed subsection (f) and to approve changes to the Electronic Complaint form. It also tabled a review of Reports of Financial Information and approved a summer recess for August. No public comments or executive session were held.

• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Commissioners Teague and Barrera (unanimous)
• Tabled review of Reports of Financial Information (unanimous)
• Recommended amending Ethics Code to add subsection (f) (unanimous)
• Approved Electronic Complaint form changes (unanimous)
• Approved summer recess for August (unanimous)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The Animal Care Advisory Committee met on July 17, 2024, confirmed a quorum, and approved the minutes of its rescheduled June 26 meeting and the absences of two members, both unanimously. The rest of the meeting consisted of staff reports and discussion items on microchip identification, recruitment and retention, pet retention, and zoonosis; no motions or votes were recorded on these items. The committee adjourned at 1:31 p.m., with the next meeting set for August 21, 2024.

• Approved minutes of the rescheduled June 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved absences of Jarvis Amaya and Ronald Smith from June 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• No action taken on microchip identification discrepancies discussion (24-1087)
• No action taken on citywide recruitment and retention discussion (24-1088)
• No action taken on pet retention discussion (24-1089)
• No action taken on zoonosis discussion (24-1090)
• Region 11 Zoonosis Report not discussed (24-1084)

City Council

The Corpus Christi City Council will meet to act on routine administrative items, including accepting state grants totaling $297,436 for air quality, tuberculosis prevention, and HIV surveillance. Council will also vote on three zoning cases, approve $6.7 million in vehicle purchases, and award construction and supply contracts worth over $4.8 million.

• Rezoning 2245 Flour Bluff Drive from RS-6 to CN-1/SP with special permit (ZN8192)
• Rezoning 635 Yorktown Boulevard from FR to CC/SP with special permit (ZN8185)
• Accepting $139,501 Air Quality Planning Grant and $114,925 Tuberculosis Prevention Grant
• Purchasing $6.7M in vehicles/heavy equipment across multiple city departments
• Approving $2.4M Elizabeth Street reconstruction contract with Max Underground Construction

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting on July 16, 2024. No votes or actions will be taken; the council will only recognize commendations and issue proclamations. Items include honors for the Calallen FFA Claybusters, a proclamation for Shark Research Day, a commendation for the City Secretary’s office, and a proclamation for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Commendation honoring the Calallen FFA Claybusters as the 2024 State Champions (Item 24-1155 a).
• Proclamation declaring July 14, 2024, as “Shark Research Day.”
• Commendation honoring the City of Corpus Christi City Secretary’s office for the Municipal Clerk’s Achievement of Excellence Award.
• Proclamation declaring July 2024 as “National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.”

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Reinvestment Zone No. 4 board will meet to review financial reports and approve the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution approving the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four Operating Budget
• Review of TIRZ #4 Financial Reports as of May 31, 2024
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The TIRZ No. 3 Board will consider a resolution to approve the operating budget for fiscal year 2024‑25. No minutes, financial report, or executive‑session items are scheduled. Public comment will be limited to statements of fact, policy recitation, or notice of future agenda placement. The meeting may be held via videoconference.

• Resolution approving FY 2024‑25 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 operating budget
• Public comment limited to factual statements, policy recitation, or notice of future agenda
• No minutes, financial report, or executive‑session items scheduled

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation is meeting to discuss the 2024-2025 operating budget and investment policies. The board will also consider a business incentive agreement for housing at Naval Air Station - Corpus Christi.

• Public hearing and motion for a business incentive agreement with South Texas Military Housing (STMH) up to $1,000,000.00 for Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) Flag Officer quarters
• Motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget for Economic Development, Housing and Streets
• Resolution amending and reaffirming the Investment Policy and Investment Strategy for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Motion to approve an amendment to the Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Business Incentives

The Board approved a business incentive agreement for military housing and adopted the FY 2024-2025 operating budget after an initial motion failed. The Board also reaffirmed its investment policy and updated guidelines for granting business incentives.

• Approved up to $1,000,000 incentive for South Texas Military Housing to construct Flag Officer quarters at NASCC (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 operating budget as amended to include six projects with $2.4M from Economic Development Fund and $1.5M from Street Fund (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Business Incentives (unanimous)
• Approved resolution reaffirming FY 2024-2025 Investment Policy and Investment Strategy (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation Type A board is meeting to review financial reports and approve the operating budget for several funds. The board will also consider a resolution to amend and reaffirm its investment policy and strategy for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Resolution 24-1036: Amending and reaffirming the Investment Policy and Investment Strategy for FY 2024-2025
• Motion 24-1149: Approval of FY 2024-2025 operating budgets for the Seawall Fund, Seawall Debt Service Fund, Arena Facility Fund, Arena Debt Service Fund, and Business/Job Development Fund
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of May 31, 2024

The Board unanimously approved the FY 2024-2025 operating budgets for several funds, including the Seawall, Arena, and Business/Job Development funds. The Board also reaffirmed the corporation's investment policy and strategy for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution amending and reaffirming FY 2024-2025 Investment Policy and Strategy (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 operating budgets for Seawall Fund, Seawall Debt Service Fund, Arena Facility Fund, Arena Debt Service Fund, and Business/Job Development Fund (unanimous)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will hold a special meeting to address personnel matters. The committee expects to enter an executive session to consult with attorneys regarding the City Auditor and other public officers or employees.

• Executive session to discuss legal issues related to personnel matters
• Deliberation on appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee

The Audit Committee met in executive session to consult with attorneys regarding personnel matters and the City Auditor. No action was taken during the meeting.

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee will review reports from various advisory councils. The meeting includes discussion regarding a smoking ban and a Considerate Smoker Campaign Resolution.

• 24-0661 Smoking Ban
• 24-0818 Considerate Smoker Campaign Resolution
• 24-0638 Deidre Williams' presentation

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee approved a resolution for a smoking ban after correcting a typo and updating the date. The committee also received reports on beach erosion, lifeguard staffing, and proposed beach access roads.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Approved excused absences
• Approved smoking ban resolution with two changes

Sister City Committee

The committee will review reports regarding the Agen post-delegation and student exchanges. Discussion includes next steps for Tangier and a report on FY 2025 plans.

• Agen post-delegation report
• Student Exchange update
• Tangier next steps
• FY 2025 report and plans

The committee approved a $1,900 budget for the arrival of exchange students in Corpus Christi. Members postponed the approval of previous meeting minutes and requested more time to evaluate a staff recommendation to move the Sister City program to the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce.

• Approved $1,900 budget for student exchange arrival
• Postponed approval of minutes until August 8, 2024
• Tabled recommendation to move program to United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and receive updates on beach and parks status. Discussion items include a review of by-laws, the Island Mobility Plan, and the North Padre Island Seawall.

• By-Laws Review (24-0900)
• Island Mobility Plan Update (24-1136)
• North Padre Island Seawall Update (24-1137)
• Commodores Park Discussion (24-1138)
• Beach and Parks Updates (24-0896, 24-0897)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The committee will review staff reports regarding ADA activity, engineering projects, and parking control. Members will also receive updates from various subcommittees regarding work plans and accessibility.

• Approval of April 03, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• ADA Activity Report from Planning & Community Development
• Engineering project updates impacting persons with disabilities
• Parks and Recreation updates on accessibility services and master park planning
• CCPD Parking Control ADA Citation Report

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities unanimously approved the minutes from its April 3, 2024 meeting. The committee voted to move its ADA workshop for parents and advocates to October, aligning it with a potential state-level meeting in Corpus Christi. Staff reported on disabled parking violations and architectural barriers, and Salinas Park was noted as closed for repairs.

• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved ADA workshop for parents/advocates to October
• Approved quarterly PSA updates for Facebook and communications
• Salinas Park closed for repairs (reported)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the June 12, 2024, meeting minutes and receive a Director's Report for July 2024. Discussion includes budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2024 for the committee and the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Review of June 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Parks & Recreation Updates for July 2024
• Budget Priorities for FY 24

The committee approved the proposed FY 25 Parks & Recreation budget priorities with one exception. Members expressed concern that the budget for Ocean Drive Median Upgrades was excessive. The Pedestrian/Bicycle Connectivity Subcommittee was reassigned to focus on the Train to Trestle project.

• Approved FY 25 proposed PARD budget items except for Ocean Drive Median Upgrades
• Approved absences of Howard Schauer and Kelly Summers
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2024
• Reassigned Pedestrian/Bicycle Connectivity Subcommittee to focus on Train to Trestle project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two platting items. One item involves a final plat for the London Towne Subdivision Unit 8A, while the other concerns the Alarcon Addition.

• London Towne Subdivision Unit 8A (Final of 13.144 acres) north of FM 43 & west of CR 33
• Alarcon Addition, Block 1, Lots 1 & 2 (Final of 4.376 acres) east of Callicoate Road and north along Leopard Street

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved the final plat for London Towne Subdivision Unit 8A, a 13.144-acre subdivision north of FM 43 and west of CR 33. A second public hearing item, the Alarcon Addition final plat, was pulled from the agenda and no action was taken. The Commission also approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes and the absences from that meeting. In the Director's Report, staff said the Impact Fee Ordinance will go to City Council on July 16 with a second reading July 23.

• Approved final plat for London Towne Subdivision Unit 8A, 13.144 acres (All Aye)
• Alarcon Addition final plat pulled from agenda; no action taken
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Approved June 26, 2024 absences of Chairman Miller and Vice Chairman York (All Aye)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review previous minutes and receive reports. The agenda includes updates from the Friends of CCPL Liaison, the Collection Development Policy Subcommittee, and the Director.

• Approval of June 4 Library Board Minutes
• Friends of CCPL Liaison Report
• Collection Development Policy Subcommittee Report
• Director's Report

The Library Board unanimously approved the June 4 meeting minutes. A motion to add specific reasons for reviewing the Collection Development Policy to the agenda failed 3-6. The board also received reports on a 5% budget reduction for FY2025 and updates on library programs.

• Approved June 4 Library Board minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to add reasons for Collection Development Policy review to agenda failed (3-6)
• Reported FY2025 budget will have 5% reduction due to General Fund shortfall
• Reported 30% decrease in materials budget for FY2025
• Collection Development Policy Subcommittee scheduled for third meeting

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review the June 2024 monthly report and updates on capital improvement projects. Discussion includes a FEMA flood plain presentation with the Public Works Department and an action plan for the Marina Master Plan.

• Capital Improvement Projects Update (24-0237)
• FEMA Flood Plain Presentation with Public Works Department (24-1069)
• Action Plan for Marina Master Plan (24-1070)

The Marina Advisory Committee unanimously endorsed an action plan for the Marina Master Plan, which the Downtown Management District board had already approved. The committee also approved the June 3 regular meeting minutes without revision. Staff reported on dredging progress, storm damage from Tropical Storm Alberto, and a FEMA floodplain presentation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 3 regular meeting minutes without revision
• Unanimously endorsed the Marina Master Plan action plan (motion by Richard Bell, seconded by Robert Kelley)

Airport Board

The Corpus Christi Airport Board will review the Airport Campus Project, discuss fiscal year 2025 budget priorities, and consider recommending a City Council vote to amend Code of Ordinances Chapter 9, Section 9-35 to revise long-term and short-term parking rates at the Corpus Christi International Airport. Revised parking rates would apply to all airport users. The agenda also includes staff reports on personnel changes and updates on airport operations, financials, and capital planning. No final actions are scheduled in the provided agenda text.

• Presentation and discussion on the Airport Campus Project
• Possible action to recommend City Council approval for revising long-term and short-term parking rates at the Corpus Christi International Airport under Code of Ordinances Chapter 9, Section 9-35
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025 budget priorities by Assistant City Manager Neiman Young
• Staff reports on personnel changes, including a new Airport Property Manager and the retirement of the Facilities Manager
• Updates on the Master Plan Public Information Workshop, financial reports, and capital planning

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several platting requests for Padre Island and commercial tracts. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning ordinance for property near 3909 Laguna Shores Road.

• Replat of 0.67 acres at Padre Island No. 1 Block 15 Lot 4R
• Replat of 0.28 acres at Ports of Call Block 16 Lots 9A, 9B, 9C
• Final plat for 5.00 acres south of Yorktown Blvd and west of S Staples St
• Zoning change for property near 3909 Laguna Shores Road from RS-4.5, CG-2, and CR-1 to CR-1

The Planning Commission approved meeting minutes and upcoming absences, along with three consent plats for Padre Island and ZP Commercial Tracts. They also approved a zoning change at 3909 Laguna Shores Road despite staff's recommendation for denial. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 pm.

• Approved future absences for July 12, 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Approved Padre Island No. 1 Block 15 Lot 4R replat (All Aye)
• Approved Padre Island - Corpus Christi - Ports of Call Block 16 Lots 9A, 9B, 9C replat (All Aye)
• Approved ZP Commercial Tracts final plat (All Aye)
• Approved zoning case ZN8186 for 3909 Laguna Shores Road to 'CR-1' Resort Commercial District (All Aye)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 15, 2024, meeting and excused member absences. Members also reviewed the May 2024 shelter and clinic report and discussed proposed budget priorities for fiscal year 2025. A discussion regarding the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) was tabled indefinitely.

• Approved May 15, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved absences for May 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Tabled TDLR discussion indefinitely (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering several major items, including the Inner Harbor Seawater Desalination Treatment Plant Project. The agenda also includes updates on hurricane preparedness, a rapid pavement program, and multiple contract authorizations for police, fire, and public works.

• Inner Harbor Seawater Desalination Treatment Plant: $138,000,000 total estimated amount
• Purchase of 31 mobile data computers and dash cameras for Police Department: $531,929.00
• Purchase of one replacement Pierce Enforcer Pumper Fire Truck: $988,253.00
• Acquisition of a brush and tire shredder unit for Solid Waste Services: $1,006,737.58
• Rezoning of 2245 Flour Bluff Drive to Neighborhood Commercial District

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The Corpus Christi City Council will meet on June 25, 2024, for a ceremonial session. The agenda is procedural and explicitly states the council will not vote, deliberate, or take any official action. The meeting will cover four ceremonial items, including three proclamations and a gift presentation.

• Proclamation declaring July 4, 2024, as the “47th Annual City of Corpus Christi Mayor’s 4th of July Big Bang Celebration”
• Proclamation declaring June 25, 2024, as “Sergeant Jose Noe Mendez Day”
• Proclamation declaring June 28, 2024, as “National Food Truck Day”
• Gift presentation by the Sister City Committee

Arts and Cultural Commission

The commission will review several items regarding arts grants and advisory committee goals. Discussion also includes updates on the public art collection booklet, 2023 completion reports, and conservation timelines.

• FY 24 Arts Grants Update (24-0846)
• Review of 2024 Advisory Committee Goals (24-0847)
• Public Art Collection Booklet Update (24-0848)
• 2023 Completion Reports Update (24-0843)
• FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update & Timeline (24-0853)

The Commission decided to decline a grant application from Coastal Bend Restaurant Week to prevent future conflicts. Members also agreed to switch the Public Art Collection booklet to a brochure style print.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Declined Coastal Bend Restaurant Week grant application
• Agreed to use brochure style print for Public Art Collection instead of booklets

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Board of Directors will consider a development agreement for property improvements at 621 N Chaparral Street. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the proposed FY 2024-2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone budget.

• Downtown Development Agreement with Maher Enterprise, LLC for 621 N Chaparral Street (incentive not to exceed $16,500)
• Approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial reports as of April 30, 2024
• Presentation of Proposed FY 2024-2025 TIRZ #3 Budget
• Downtown Management District (DMD) updates

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will meet to discuss various regulatory matters. The agenda includes reviews of financial information reports, potential changes to ethics policies or ordinances, and outstanding ethics complaints.

• Review of Reports of Financial Information (24-1001)
• Discussion of forms, policies, rules, and ordinances related to the Commission (24-1003)
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints (24-1004)
• Discussion regarding e-publications (24-1006)
• Executive Session to consult with attorneys on privileged matters (24-1005)

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission approved changes to financial information reporting forms to add mandatory fields for business titles, personal liabilities, and residential addresses. The commission also tabled discussion regarding forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports, and laws. Additionally, the commission approved the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes and excused absences for Commissioners David J. Bendett and Ed Bennett.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused previous absence of Commissioner David J. Bendett (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Commissioner Ed Bennett (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Reports of Financial Information forms adding mandatory fields (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion and possible action regarding forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports and laws (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 P.M. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several major infrastructure and development items. These include a large-scale drainage improvement project, design services for an aquatic center, and incentives for new workforce apartments.

• La Volla Creek Drainage Improvements contract up to $19,279,571.99
• Hillcrest Aquatic Center design services up to $600,000.00
• Casa Blanca Village Apartments 380 incentive agreement up to $5,000,000.00
• Operation Stonegarden grant of $228,898.00 for police overtime and equipment
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant of $240,003.00

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting featuring various proclamations and honors. No votes, orders, or decisions will be taken during this session.

• Proclamation: National Waste & Recycling Workers Week (June 17-21)
• Commendation: Calallen Lady Wildcats Varsity Softball Team 2024 State Champions
• Proclamation: National Fatherless Children’s Day (June 23, 2024)
• Presentation of the 2024 Arts Grants Recipients
• Swearing-In Ceremony for new board, commission, committee, and corporation members

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to consider several audit reports for action. The agenda includes reviewing audits for Junior Beck Drive and ball parks/other revenue, as well as discussing the 2024 Revised Approved Annual Audit Plan.

• AU23 - 002 Engineering and Public Works - Junior Beck Drive Audit Report
• AU17 - 005 2B Parks and Recreation - Ball Parks and Other Revenue Audit Report
• 2024 Revised Approved Annual Audit Plan discussion
• City Auditor's Update briefing

The Audit Committee approved minutes from April 9 and April 30, 2024, and accepted two audit reports: the Engineering and Public Works - Junior Beck Drive audit and the Parks and Recreation - Ball Parks and Other Revenue audit. In a briefing, the City Auditor presented the 2024 Revised Approved Annual Audit Plan and his FY25 budget decision package, which the committee unanimously recommended and supported; the City Manager said the package will go to the full City Council at the July 30, 2024 Budget Workshop. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 9, 2024 and April 30, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted AU23-002 Engineering and Public Works - Junior Beck Drive Audit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted AU17-005 2B Parks and Recreation - Ball Parks and Other Revenue Audit Report (unanimous)
• Unanimously recommended and supported the City Auditor's FY25 Decision Package (briefing item; no formal motion)
• Noted Peer Review for Calendar Years 2021-2023 is automatically approved as a mandate

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Board will review the financial reports as of April 30, 2024. Additionally, staff will present a discussion regarding the Proposed FY 2024-2025 Corpus Christi and Job Development Corporation Budget.

• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of April 30, 2024
• Presentation of Proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget

The Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation (Type A) Board approved the minutes from its May 20, 2024 regular meeting. The board also received financial reports as of April 30, 2024, and heard a presentation and discussion regarding the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget.

• Approved minutes for the Type A May 20, 2024 regular meeting (passed unanimously)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Type B Corporation will consider a motion to amend a Small Business Incentives Agreement with Del Mar College. The board will also receive updates on the RITZ Theatre and discuss affordable housing project funding options.

• Amendment to Small Business Incentives Agreement with Del Mar College to increase funding by $15,000.00 for a total not to exceed $130,000.00
• RITZ Theatre Status Update
• Discussion on Type B Affordable Housing Project Funding Options
• Discussion on Updates to Type B Guidelines
• Presentation of proposed FY 2024-2025 Corpus Christi Type B Corporation Budget

The Board approved an amendment to increase funding for the Del Mar College 2024 Internship program. Members also discussed the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, affordable housing funding options, and updates to Type B guidelines.

• Approved $15,000 funding increase for Del Mar College 2024 Internship program, totaling $130,000 (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Municipal Court Committee

The Municipal Court Committee will meet to discuss staggering the Presiding Judge term from full-time and part-time Municipal Court Judges. The committee may also enter an executive session to consult with attorneys regarding personnel matters for all Municipal Court Judges.

• Staggering the Presiding Judge term from Full-time and Part-time Municipal Court Judges
• Executive session regarding appointment, employment, or discipline of Municipal Court Judges

The Municipal Court Committee approved an ordinance to stagger the Presiding Judge's term from full-time and part-time judges. As part of this action, Jacqueline Del Llano Chapa was reappointed as Presiding Judge for a two-year term. The ordinance now moves to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved minutes of the September 14, 2023 Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to stagger Presiding Judge term and reappoint Jacqueline Del Llano Chapa for a two-year term (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding upcoming or pending delegation visits. These updates include discussions related to Veracruz, Yokosuka, Mexico, and Keolong.

• Update on delegation visit
• Veracruz update on pending delegation
• Yokosuka report
• Mexico report
• Keolong report

The Sister City Committee approved a $14,500 budget for a Veracruz delegation visit in September, after Ryan suggested adding $500 for aloe tiles to the original $14,000 plan. The committee also approved a motion allowing Melody to attend events even though she will not be on the committee at the time of the event. Mae Ferguson, Executive Director of the Fort Worth Sister City Program, gave an overview of Fort Worth's nonprofit, membership-based model and said she would send written resources and a copy of their contract with the City. A proposed delegation from Agen, France during Buccaneer Days was noted as postponed because the 24-25 budget approval has delayed the Mayor sending an invitation.

• Approved $14,500 budget for Veracruz delegation visit in September (originally $14,000, plus $500 for aloe tiles suggested by Ryan)
• Approved motion to allow Melody to attend events despite not sitting on the committee at the time of the event
• Agen delegation from France during Buccaneer Days postponed; Mayor's invitation delayed by 24-25 budget approval

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the Proposed Bond 2024 Parks & Recreation Projects and a Proposed Marina Master Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2024.

• Proposed Bond 2024 Parks & Recreation Projects
• Proposed Marina Master Plan
• Budget Priorities for FY 24

The committee reviewed proposed 2024 bond projects, a Marina Master Plan, and FY 24 budget priorities. No formal actions were taken on these items. The committee approved the absence of Joe De La Paz and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved absence of Joe De La Paz
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2024
• No action taken on Proposed Bond 2024 Parks & Recreation Projects
• No action taken on Proposed Marina Master Plan
• No action taken on Budget Priorities for FY 24

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land platting requests and time extensions. The meeting also includes a zoning change for Starry Road and a discussion regarding water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadway impact fees.

• Plat approval for Oak Terrace Unit 2 Block 1, Lot 9B
• Plat approval for Laguna Vista Shores Block 12, Lot 7AR & Block 13, Lot 5R
• Plat approval for Glenoak Park Unit 2
• 12-month extension request for Flamingo Resort Bungalows
• 12-month extension request for Ocean Breeze Subdivision

The Planning Commission conditionally recommended the adoption of water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadway impact fees, provided policies and ordinances are approved before implementation. The commission also approved several plats and a rezoning request, while tabling one zoning case pending further review.

• Conditionally recommended Impact Fees for water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadways (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of 7702 Starry Road from Farm Rural to Multi-Family District (All Aye)
• Tabled rezoning of 3909 Laguna Shores Road to Resort Commercial District (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved plat for Oak Terrace Unit 2 Block 1, Lot 9B (All Aye)
• Approved plat for Laguna Vista Shores Block 12, Lot 7AR & Block 13, Lot 5R (All Aye)
• Approved plat for Glenoak Park Unit 2 (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Flamingo Resort Bungalows PUD (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Ocean Breeze Subdivision (All Aye)

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is holding a ceremonial meeting to issue various proclamations and honors. No official votes, orders, or decisions will be taken during this session.

• Proclamation: June 9-19 as '10 Days of Juneteenth Jubilee Celebrations & the 2024 Corpus Christi Juneteenth Festival'
• Commendation: Flour Bluff High School Boys Relay Team for qualifying for the 2024 State Track Meet
• Proclamation: June 11, 2024 as 'Southwest Transplant Alliance Day'
• Proclamation: June 2024 as 'PTSD Awareness Month'

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The TIRZ No. 2 - Island Board will review financial reports as of April 30, 2024. The meeting includes discussion items regarding North Padre Island Seawall Improvements and the proposed FY 2024-2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.

• Approval of May 14, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes
• TIRZ #2 Financial Reports as of April 30, 2024
• Update on North Padre Island Seawall Improvements
• Discussion on the Proposed FY 2024-2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #2

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and a presentation regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4. The meeting includes a discussion on the upcoming fiscal year budget and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 18, 2023, March 19, 2024, and April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of TIRZ #4 Financial Reports as of April 30, 2024
• Presentation and discussion on the Proposed FY 2024-2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #4

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances to transfer surplus land to developers for affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes various procurement agreements for water, fire, and public works services, as well as zoning changes.

• Conveyance of surplus land near 19th Street and Marguerite Street to Thanksgiving Homes for $10 per lot
• Conveyance of surplus land near Morris Street to DSW Homes, LLC for $10 per lot
• Conveyance of surplus land near Mary Street to Habitat for Humanity Corpus Christi, Inc. for $10 per lot
• Agreement with Frazer, Ltd. for Fire Department medic unit equipment up to $895,250.00
• Agreement with Unimech Flow, Inc. for waterline gate valves not to exceed $165,377.70

Corpus Christi City Council approved a $25,532,307 contract with JE Construction Services, LLC to reconstruct Yorktown Boulevard from Rodd Field Road to Oso Creek Bridge, and a $3,280,300 contract with Associated Construction Partners, Ltd. for the Wesley Seale Dam Instrumentation Rehabilitation project. Council also approved a $185,000 settlement in the case of Raul Borrego, as Next of Kin of Charles Borrego, Deceased vs. City of Corpus Christi and Ricardo Riojas, Jr., and passed a mid-year budget adjustment ordinance. Several items were approved on the consent agenda, including affordable housing land conveyances and water system supply agreements.

• Approved $25,532,307 contract with JE Construction Services, LLC for Yorktown Boulevard reconstruction (9-0)
• Approved $3,280,300 contract with Associated Construction Partners, Ltd. for Wesley Seale Dam Instrumentation Rehabilitation (9-0)
• Approved $2,500,000 for Huntwick Avenue reconstruction project (9-0)
• Approved $185,000 settlement in Borrego vs. City of Corpus Christi and Ricardo Riojas, Jr. (9-0)
• Approved mid-year FY 2024 budget adjustments including $400,000 for Commodore Park design (8-1, Hernandez nay)
• Approved conveyance of surplus land to Thanksgiving Homes for affordable housing at $10 per lot (8-0, Suckley abstained)
• Approved $2,341,870 Substantial Amendment to Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (8-1, Hernandez nay)
• Approved rezoning at 2212 Morris Street from RS-6/SP and CI to RM-2 Multifamily (8-1, Hernandez nay)

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee will review reports from various advisory councils. The meeting includes discussion of a smoking ban and a potential action regarding the Considerate Smoker Campaign resolution.

• 24-0661 Smoking Ban
• 24-0818 Considerate Smoker Campaign Resolution
• 24-0821 PRAC Report
• 24-0822 BMAC Report
• 24-0823 ISAC Report

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss establishing a subcommittee to review the Collection Development Policy. The board will also consider an appeal regarding the placement of the book 'Doing it Right' by Bronwen Pardes.

• Discussion to establish a subcommittee to review the Collection Development Policy
• Appeal by Shawn Flanagan regarding the staff determination of the book 'Doing it Right: Making Smart, Safe, and Satisfying Choices About Sex' by Bronwen Pardes

The Corpus Christi Library Board voted unanimously to uphold a staff decision to relocate the book "Doing It Right: Making Smart, Safe, and Satisfying Choices About Sex" to the adult non-fiction section rather than removing it. The Board also approved the creation of a four-member subcommittee to review the Collection Development Policy, following extensive public comment regarding library materials and book challenges.

• Approved amending and then approving the May 7 Library Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved establishing a 4-member subcommittee to review the Collection Development Policy (passed, 1 abstention by Carroll Matthews)
• Elected Alice Hawkins, Jennifer Anderson, Melinda De Los Santos, and Joan Carrillo to the Collection Development Policy subcommittee
• Voted unanimously to uphold the staff decision to relocate the book "Doing It Right" to the adult non-fiction section (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding beach, parks, and island projects. Members will also discuss the committee's bylaws and purview, as well as an overview of funding sources for island projects.

• Review of ISAC Meeting Minutes from 5/7/24
• Ex-Officio updates for Watershore Beach, Parks & Recreation, Nueces County, and Visit Corpus Christi
• Beach, Parks, and Island Project updates
• TIRZ #2 updates
• Review of ISAC Bylaws and Purview

The Island Strategic Action Committee met to hear updates on beach trash collection, park designs, tourism numbers, and island funding sources. The committee approved the May 7, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed proposed bylaws changes, with a redline version to be submitted at the next meeting. No other formal votes or final ordinances were decided.

• Approved May 7, 2024 ISAC meeting minutes

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will review the May 2024 Director's report and updates on Capital Improvement Projects. The meeting includes a presentation of the Marina Master Plan and discussion regarding Visit Corpus Christi Marina Marketing.

• Capital Improvement Projects Update (24-0237)
• Marina Master Plan Presentation (24-0511)
• Visit Corpus Christi Marina Marketing (24-0711)

The committee approved the May meeting minutes and received updates on capital improvement projects. Members reviewed a Marina Master Plan finalized in April 2024 designed to encourage marina growth.

• Approved May 6th regular meeting minutes
• Tabled Visit Corpus Christi Marina Marketing until July meeting

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review several staff reports including financial, capital planning, and marketing updates. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Airport Public Information Workshop and an update on Cost Per Enplanement benchmarks.

• Presentation of Service Award to Paul Cameron
• Airport Public Information Workshop presentation
• Cost Per Enplanement (CPE) Benchmarks update
• FAA Part 139 Inspection report
• Monthly Air Service Report

The Corpus Christi Airport Board met on May 29, 2024 with a quorum present and no public comment. The board excused Board Member Sooda's absence from the April 24, 2024 meeting and approved the April 24, 2024 minutes as amended to note that board members were encouraged to discuss Cost Per Enplanement issues with their City Council representatives. The rest of the meeting consisted of presentations and staff reports on the Airport Master Plan public workshop, Cost Per Enplanement benchmarks, an FAA Part 139 inspection, air service, finances, capital projects, and marketing, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

• Excused Board Member Sooda's absence from the April 24, 2024 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved April 24, 2024 minutes as amended to add Cost Per Enplanement discussion note (motion carried)
• No future agenda items were presented
• Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land development items including plats, time extensions, and zoning changes. The meeting also includes a briefing on the proposed 2024 Bond Program.

• Final plat for Padma Estates subdivision (19.20 acres) north of South Staples Street
• Preliminary plat for Rodd Field Plaza (6.26 acres) north of Rodd Field Road
• 12-month extension request for Rancho Vista Unit 25 (20.29 acres)
• Rezoning near 6004 Yorktown from Single-Family 6 to Neighborhood Commercial
• Rezoning near 7213 State Highway 361 from Multi-Family Apartment Tourist to RV Park District

The commission approved several land-use changes, including a rezoning for a luxury RV park on Mustang Island and a neighborhood commercial district at 6004 Yorktown. It also approved two conditional plats and a time extension for Rancho Vista Unit 25.

• Approved conditional plat for Padma Estates Subdivision (All Aye)
• Approved preliminary plat for Rodd Field Plaza (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month time extension for Rancho Vista Unit 25 (All Aye)
• Approved rezoning 6004 Yorktown from RS-6 to CN-2 Neighborhood Commercial (All Aye)
• Approved rezoning 7213 SH-361 from RM-AT to RV Recreational Vehicle Park District (7-1)
• Approved rezoning 1501 South Nineteenth Street from RS-6 to RM-1 Multi-Family (All Aye)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The commission will review a pilot project presentation with Texas A&M University of Corpus Christi. Members will also discuss FY 24 arts grants, remaining H.O.T. funds, and updates regarding the art collection.

• Presentation: Pilot Project with Texas A&M University of Corpus Christi
• FY 24 Arts Grants Update
• Review of 2024 Advisory Committee Goals
• 2023 Completion Reports Update
• FY 24 Remaining H.O.T Funds

The commission approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024, meeting. Several items, including completion reports and H.O.T. funds, were tabled for the next meeting. Members discussed delays in FY24 arts grant payments pending approval from Visit Corpus Christi.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled 2023 Completion Reports Update
• Tabled FY 24 Remaining H.O.T Funds
• Tabled FY 24 Art Collection Conservation Update & Timeline

Building Standards Board

The Board will hear several public hearings regarding properties alleged to be substandard or unfit for habitation. Staff has recommended the demolition of various residential, commercial, and accessory structures across several addresses.

• Demolition recommendation for 4317 Shaw St.
• Demolition recommendation for 5314 Burton Ln.
• Demolition recommendation for 1110 11th St.
• Demolition recommendation for 1211 11th St. (accessory structure)
• Demolition recommendation for 419 S. Port Ave. (commercial structure)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including health department grants and infrastructure contracts. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss the conveyance of surplus city land for affordable housing development.

• Appropriating $269,814.00 for STI/HIV prevention services
• Accepting a $205,548.00 grant for chemical laboratory surge capacity
• Rezoning properties at 3345 Gollihar Road and 4500 Kirkwood Drive
• Authorizing a $506,250.00 agreement for traffic signal control cabinets
• Public hearing for land conveyance to Thanksgiving Homes and DSW Homes, LLC

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is conducting a ceremonial meeting involving public recognitions. No votes, orders, or official decisions will be taken during this session.

• Proclamation declaring May 19-25, 2024, as 'Emergency Medical Services Week'
• Commendation for 2024 local high school valedictorians
• Swearing-in ceremony for new board, commission, committee, and corporation members

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The Reinvestment Zone No. 3 board will vote on two new development agreements offering up to $3,060,000 and $2,158,500 in incentives for properties at 416 N Chaparral Street and 601 N Water Street. The board will also approve deadline extensions for existing projects at 605 Mesquite Street and 317 Peoples Street. A presentation on Downtown Management District updates is scheduled for discussion only, with no vote taken. These agreements direct reinvestment zone funds toward downtown property improvements.

• Approve development agreement with 416 N Chaparral St, LLC for up to $3,060,000 in incentives at 416 N Chaparral Street
• Approve development agreement with YC Texas Hotel, LLC for up to $2,158,500 in incentives at 601 N Water Street
• Amend agreement with 611 Commerce Venue Hall to extend the completion deadline for 605 Mesquite Street to June 30, 2025
• Amend agreement with Lucas Boyd to extend the completion deadline for 317 Peoples Street to November 30, 2024

Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation - Type A

The Corporation will consider a motion to amend the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The board will also review financial reports as of March 31, 2024, and receive an update on proposed Type A sales tax reauthorization.

• Motion to release $160,560.00 for the Alma at Greenwood project
• Review of Type A Financial Reports as of March 31, 2024
• Proposed Type A Sales Tax Reauthorization Update

The Board approved a budget amendment to release funds for the Alma at Greenwood project. Members also received a briefing on the proposed Type A sales tax reauthorization and reviewed financial reports.

• Approved release of $160,560.00 for the Alma at Greenwood project (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 15, 2024 and December 11, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
• Excused absences for Alan Wilson and Diana Summers for the April 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The board will consider releasing $1,191,871 for the Alma at Greenwood project through a budget amendment. Members will also discuss extending a construction completion deadline for an agreement with Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi.

• Budget amendment to release $1,191,871 for the Alma at Greenwood project
• Extension of construction completion deadline for TAMU-CC agreement to June 30, 2025
• Review of Type B financial reports as of March 31, 2024

The Corpus Christi B Corporation approved a budget amendment to return over $1.19 million to the Type B fund due to a cancelled housing project. The Board also granted a one-year construction extension to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

• Approved 12-month construction extension for Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi to June 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment to release $1,191,871 from the cancelled Alma at Greenwood project (Unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Excused absences for Alan Wilson and Diana Summers for April 15, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission will discuss financial information reports and potential changes to commission policies and ordinances. The agenda also includes a review of outstanding ethics complaints and discussion regarding the summer recess.

• Review of Reports of Financial Information (24-0774)
• Discussion of Ethics Commission rules and ordinances (24-0775)
• Review of outstanding ethics complaints (24-0777)
• Discussion regarding summer recess (24-0781)

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission voted unanimously to table discussion and possible action on forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports and laws related to the Ethics Commission, including requested and potential changes. It also approved a summer recess for the month of July and approved the April 18, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission did not enter the scheduled executive session, and no reports of financial information or outstanding ethics complaints were presented.

• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Commissioner Ed Bennett (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Chairman Dane Fuller (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion and possible action on Ethics Commission forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports and laws (unanimous)
• Approved summer recess of the Ethics Commission for the month of July (unanimous)
• Did not enter Executive Session under Texas Government Code § 551.071
• Adjourned meeting at 5:42 P.M. (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting

This joint workshop between the City Council, Planning Commission, and CIAC is for informational purposes only. No action will be taken or public comment solicited during this meeting. The agenda includes a briefing on approved recommendations for roadway, water, wastewater, and storm water impact fees.

• Briefing on CIAC recommendations for roadway, water, wastewater, and storm water impact fees

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the budget and potential changes to shelter reports. Staff will also present a zoonosis report and monthly shelter and clinic reports.

• Region 11 Zoonosis Report
• Monthly Shelter Report and Clinic Report
• Discussion on budget
• Addition of Intake Subtype to Shelter Report
• Removal of the Shelter Live Release from the Shelter Report

The Animal Care Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its April 17, 2024 regular meeting unanimously and voted to table approval of Jackie McCollough's April 17 absence to a future meeting because she was absent. The committee received a Region 11 zoonosis report with no new cases and a monthly shelter and clinic report covering April 2023/2024, including discussion of euthanasia numbers, TNR intake/outcome, spay/neuter citations, and parvo outbreaks. Discussion on TDLR was tabled to the next meeting. Other items covered shared trainings with other municipalities, a possible MOU for capacity assistance, budget and proposed ordinance feedback, and three shelter report items that staff said were already included in the current report. The meeting adjourned at 1:32 p.m.

• Approved April 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Jackie McCollough's April 17 absence to a future meeting
• Tabled discussion on TDLR to the next meeting
• Received Region 11 Zoonosis Report: no new cases
• Received April 2023/2024 shelter and clinic comparison report
• No action taken on intake subtype, live release removal, or unaltered-animal reporting items; staff said information already in current report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several requests for land platting, time extensions, and zoning changes. These items include residential and commercial rezonings as well as approvals for subdividing various lots. Staff recommendations for some items include denial or alternative options.

• Rezoning of 2130 Rand Morgan Road from RS-6 to R-MH
• Rezoning of 2245 Flour Bluff Drive from RS-6 to IL (staff recommends denial)
• Platting of Oso Ranch Unit 1A, totaling 16.45 acres
• Rezoning of 7317 South Padre Island Drive from RS-6 to CG-2
• Request for a plat waiver for sidewalk construction at Don Patricio Block 'S', Lot 39R

The Commission approved several final plats, time extensions, and rezoning requests. One zoning request was denied in favor of a special permit, and another was tabled until June 12.

• Approved plats for Saratoga Place, Alta Plaza, Fitchue Place, Calallen South (Units 4 & 5), and Oso Ranch Unit 1A (All Aye)
• Approved plat waiver for sidewalk construction at Don Patricio (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month time extensions for Crestmont Unit 12 and Westwood Heights Unit 4 (All Aye)
• Approved rezoning at 2130 Rand Morgan Road to Manufactured Home District (All Aye)
• Denied rezoning at 2245 Flour Bluff Drive in favor of CN-1/SP Neighborhood Commercial District with Special Permit (All Aye)
• Approved rezoning at 7317 South Padre Island Drive to General Commercial District (All Aye)
• Recommended denial of rezoning at 635 Yorktown Boulevard with alternative recommendation for Special Permit Commercial Compatibility (All Aye)
• Tabled rezoning at 3909 Laguna Shores Road to June 12 (All Aye)

City Council

The City Council will review several large-scale bond authorizations to fund city improvements. The agenda also includes various service agreements for water, landscaping, and technology maintenance.

• General Improvement Bonds up to $50,000,000 for streets and parks
• Solid waste improvement certificates up to $10,605,000
• Public safety and street facility certificates up to $39,400,000
• Utility system improvement bonds up to $186,090,000
• Service agreement with Faraday Electric Motors, LLC up to $1,986,658.33

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This is a ceremonial meeting where the City Council will not vote or take any official action. The agenda includes several proclamations and a teacher commendation.

• Commendation of Carmela Martinez as Mayor’s Teacher of the Month
• Proclamation for Foster Care Awareness Month (May 2024)
• Proclamation for National Preservation Month (May 2024)
• Proclamation for National Public Works Week (May 19-24, 2024)
• Proclamation for National Peace Officer’s Memorial Day and National Police Officer’s Week

Reinvestment Zone No. 2 - Island

The Corpus Christi Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board of Directors will review financial reports, approve past meeting minutes, and consider a resolution to reimburse Lake Padre Development Company, LLC up to $17,849,990.00 for eligible infrastructure. Members will also discuss amending the TIRZ #2 budget by adding $400,000 for Commodore Park design and receive an update on zone activities.

• Resolution authorizing up to $17,849,990.00 in reimbursements to Lake Padre Development Company, LLC for eligible infrastructure
• Discussion and possible action on a budget amendment adding $400,000 for the design of Commodore Park
• Review of TIRZ #2 financial reports as of March 31, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 18, 2023, September 19, 2023, and January 23, 2024

City Council Workshop

This meeting is for informational purposes only. The City Council will discuss goal setting for the FY 2025 budget. No action will be taken and no public comment will be solicited during this session.

• FY 2025 Budget Goal Setting (Item 24-0744)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review proposed master plan renderings for Commodore Park. The meeting also includes a director's report on parks and recreation updates for May 2024.

• Proposed Commodore Park Master Plan Renderings
• Parks & Recreation Updates for May 2024

The committee reviewed proposed renderings for the Commodore Park Master Plan, which outlines a phased approach including a pool, pickleball courts, and a community center. No formal votes were taken on the plan renderings. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved April 10, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Approved absence of Thomas Cronnon

City Council Workshop

This workshop is for informational purposes only and no action will be taken. The council will review the structure of Type A and Type B sales tax venues and discuss a baseline proposal for Type A sales tax reauthorization.

• Overview of Type A/B Sales Tax Venues
• Type A Sales Tax Reauthorization City Council Workshop

Library Board

The Library Board will review a presentation regarding the Proposed Bond 2024 Program and changes to the Texas Administrative Code. The board will also discuss establishing a subcommittee for the Collection Development Policy and address an appeal regarding book placement.

• Presentation on the Proposed Bond 2024 Program
• Discussion to establish a subcommittee to review the Collection Development Policy
• Action on an appeal regarding the book 'Doing it Right: Making Smart, Safe, and Satisfying Choices About Sex'
• Review of adult and youth library card applications

The Board approved the creation of a subcommittee to review and make recommendations regarding the Collection Development Policy. A vote on a book reconsideration appeal was postponed until the next meeting.

• Approved formation of Collection Development Policy subcommittee (5-4)
• Approved motion to nominate subcommittee members at the June meeting (8-1)
• Approved motion to postpone vote on book reconsideration appeal until next month (5-3)
• Approved April 2 Library Board Minutes as amended (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the Chair and Vice Chair positions. The agenda also includes an overview of the 2024 Bond and updates on beaches, parks, engineering, and TIRZ #2.

• Elections for ISAC Chair & Vice Chair (24-0519)
• 2024 Bond Overview (24-0716)
• Approval of April 2, 2024, draft minutes (24-0717)
• Beaches & Parks Update (22-0398)
• TIRZ #2 & Area Development Plan Updates (22-0400)

The committee elected Charles Duffley as Chair and Bryan Gulley as Vice Chair. Members discussed the Bond 2024 proposal, including the addition of a skate park, and received updates on the JFK Causeway project.

• Elected Charles Duffley as ISAC Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Bryan Gulley as ISAC Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 2, 2024

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review monthly reports and updates on capital improvement projects. Discussion includes the marina entrance sandbar, MORF box vandalism, and future project funding.

• 24-0237 Capital Improvement Projects Update
• 24-0559 Marina Entrance Sandbar
• 24-0560 MORF Box Vandalism
• 24-0711 Visit Corpus Christi Marina Marketing
• 24-0712 Proper Funding and Grants for Future Marina Projects

The committee approved the minutes from the April 8th special meeting. Members discussed dredging progress, hurricane preparedness, and funding for future projects, including the marina breakwater.

• Approved April 8th Special Meeting minutes

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee is meeting to review several committee reports and new business. One item for discussion and possible action is the smoking ban (24-0661).

• Discussion of smoking ban (24-0661)
• PRAC Report from Howard Schauer
• BMAC Report from Cliff Schalbach
• ISAC Report

The Watershore and Beach Advisory Committee voted to prepare its own resolution supporting PRAC's proposed smoking and vaping ban in city parks, including specific signage language. The committee also approved the April minutes and approved excused absences for several members. Public comment covered the smoking ban and concerns about a new Nueces County permit area south of Access Road 6. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Scott Lawson's excused absence (motion passed)
• Changed Armon Alex and Glenn Duhon's absences to excused (motion passed)
• Motion passed to have WBAC prepare its own resolution supporting PRAC's smoking ban, including signage language; amended to specify WBAC would prepare a resolution supporting PRAC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several plat applications for residential and industrial developments. These include final plats for the Azali District, London School Tracts, and Solid Rock Industrial Park. The commission will also consider a water master plan amendment for Saratoga Ridge.

• Final plat for Azali District Unit 1 (28.91 acres)
• Replat of TGH Two P.U.D. to create 36 residential lots
• Final plats for Solid Rock Industrial Park Phases I and II
• Final plat for London School Tracts, Lot 4 (82.4 acres)
• Water Master Plan amendment for Saratoga Ridge Subdivision

The Planning Commission met to review several final plats for residential and industrial developments. The meeting included a briefing on a Water Master Plan amendment for the Saratoga Ridge Subdivision.

• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed Azali District Unit 1 final plat (28.91 acres)
• Reviewed Don Patricio Block S, Lot 39R replat (0.452 acres)
• Reviewed TGH Two P.U.D. replat for 36 residential lots (4.04 acres)
• Reviewed Solid Rock Industrial Park Phase I final plat (37.9 acres)
• Reviewed Solid Rock Industrial Park Phase II final plat (14.1 acres)
• Reviewed London School Tracts, Lot 4 final plat (82.4 acres)
• Reviewed Palms at Morris Senior Living Subdivision final plat (3.432 acres)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider a motion to accept the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and its accompanying Management Letter. The committee will also receive a briefing regarding an expanded scope for the Human Resources Employee Healthcare Beneficiary Verification Audit.

• Motion to accept the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) with Management Letter
• Briefing on expansion of scope for the Human Resources Employee Healthcare Beneficiary Verification Audit Report

The Audit Committee unanimously accepted the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and accompanying Management Letter. The committee also received notification regarding an expanded scope for a Human Resources healthcare beneficiary verification audit.

• Accepted Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the Proposed Bond 2024 Program presentation. This meeting is for informational purposes only; no action will be taken and no public comment will be solicited.

• Proposed Bond 2024 Program Presentation (24-0672)

City Council conducted a workshop to review a recommended candidate project list for the Bond 2024 program. Staff presented proposed projects for streets, stormwater, parks, public safety, and facilities. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review a Resident Sentiment Study conducted by Visit Corpus Christi. Staff will also provide updates on the MRO Americas Conference, air service, and airport financial status.

• Presentation of 2023 Resident Sentiment Study by Dr. Mike Imburgio
• Monthly Air Service Report
• Cost Per Enplanement (CPE) Benchmarks report
• FAA Part 139 Inspection report
• Financial and Capital Planning reports

The Airport Board approved the minutes from the March 27, 2024, meeting and excused two member absences. The board received several staff reports on air service, finances, and marketing, and heard a presentation on a resident sentiment study.

• Excused absences for Board Member Cameron and Board Member Saenz for March 27 meeting (Approved)
• Approved March 27, 2024, Regular Airport Board meeting minutes (Approved)

City Council

The City Council will consider several large-scale bond authorizations for streets, parks, solid waste, and utility improvements. Additionally, the council will review a $2,000,000 incentive for the Homewood Suites by Hilton project.

• $2,000,000 incentive for Homewood Suites by Hilton at N Chaparral Street and Lomax Street
• $2,456,964.16 construction contract for American Bank Center Exterior Improvements
• Up to $50,000,000 in General Improvement Bonds for streets and parks
• Up to $10,605,000 in Certificates of Obligation for solid waste improvements
• Up to $39,400,000 in Certificates of Obligation for streets and public safety facilities

Corpus Christi City Council approved a $2 million Type B Corporation incentive agreement with Elevate QOF LLC for a Homewood Suites by Hilton at N Chaparral Street and Lomax Street, voting 5-3 with one abstention. Council also repealed a $75,000 vaccine equity grant in a 5-4 vote, awarded a $2.46 million construction contract for American Bank Center exterior improvements, and gave first-reading approval to four bond ordinances totaling up to $390 million in new debt authorizations plus refinancings. The meeting included public comment on several items and an executive session on firefighter collective bargaining, but no action was taken in open session on that matter.

• Approved $2M Type B incentive for Homewood Suites by Hilton at N Chaparral St and Lomax St (5-3, 1 abstained)
• Repealed $75,000 PAVE vaccine equity grant from NACCHO (5-4)
• Awarded $2,456,964.16 American Bank Center exterior improvements contract to Barcom Construction (8-1)
• Approved $199,000 two-year bulk cement supply agreement with South Texas Cement (9-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 91 vehicles/equipment units, $9,621,339.78 total, on consent agenda
• Approved first reading of $50M General Improvement Bonds and $105M refinancing ordinance (9-0)
• Approved first reading of $10,605,000 solid waste Certificates of Obligation (8-1)
• Approved first reading of $39,400,000 Certificates of Obligation for streets/facilities (8-1)

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Corpus Christi City Council where no council action, voting, or deliberation will occur. The agenda consists of several official proclamations for various dates and observances.

• Proclamation for Workers Memorial Day (April 25, 2024)
• Proclamation for Traveling Library Corpus Christi Texas Day (April 1, 2024)
• Proclamation for Corpus Christi Safe Digging Month (April 2024)
• Proclamation for Professional Municipal Clerks Week (May 5-11, 2024)

Ethics Commission

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission will discuss financial information reports and potential changes to ethics-related rules, ordinances, and forms. The meeting also includes a review of any outstanding ethics complaints and an executive session with attorneys.

• Review of Reports of Financial Information (24-0584)
• Discussion on Ethics Commission policies, rules, and ordinances (24-0585)
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints (24-0586)
• Executive Session with attorneys regarding privileged matters (24-0588)

The Ethics Commission accepted most Reports of Financial Information and authorized notification letters to officials with missing data. The commission tabled a discussion on ethics-related forms and policies.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Ed Bennett and Kent Teague (unanimous)
• Approved sending refiling letters to officials with missing financial information and accepting remaining reports (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on ethics forms, policies, rules, ordinances, reports and laws (unanimous)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss revisions to Animal Care Services ordinances and the transfer of Vector Control to the Health Department on May 1st. Other agenda items include changes to shelter reporting and potential community outreach initiatives.

• Transfer of Vector Control to the Health Department effective May 1st
• Revisions to Animal Care Services ordinances
• Proposed rehabilitation program for CCACS shelter animals
• Ordinance change regarding the naming of the Tex Villarreal building
• Addition of an intake subtype to the Shelter Report

The Animal Care Advisory Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and tabled a proposed rehabilitation program for shelter animals indefinitely. Staff presented March shelter reports, noting an average 14-day animal stay and the use of an $80,000 grant to convert vector control trucks for animal transport. Several new business items regarding shelter report changes were bypassed due to a member's absence, while discussions on breeding laws and ordinance revisions were referred for further review.

• Approved minutes from March 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved absences from March 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled proposed rehabilitation program for shelter animals indefinitely
• Bypassed discussion on adding Intake Subtype to Shelter Report
• Bypassed discussion on removing Shelter Live Release from Shelter Report
• Bypassed discussion on month-over-month unaltered animal report
• Approved motion for further discussion on TDLR breeding law suggestions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple final plats for residential developments including Viridian, Ventanas, and Valencia. The agenda also includes zoning requests for properties on Church Street and Morris Street, as well as a briefing on the Proposed Bond 2024 Program.

• Final plat for Viridian Phase I (21.080 acres) east of Chapman Ranch Rd.
• Final plat for Viridian Phase II (15.60 acres) east of Chapman Ranch Rd.
• Final plat for Ventanas Phase I (22.43 acres) east of Chapman Ranch Rd.
• Final plat for Ventanas Phase II (14.47 acres) east of Chapman Ranch Rd.
• Final plat for Valencia Phase I (10.59 acres) east of Chapman Ranch Rd.

The Planning Commission approved multiple final plats and two zoning changes, and approved one wastewater construction waiver for London Ranch Estates. A second London Ranch request — a wastewater lot/acreage fee waiver — failed to get a recommendation, with three ayes and three nays, and will go to Council. A briefing on the 2024 Bond Program was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved final plats for Viridian Phase I & II, Ventanas Phase I & II, and Valencia Phase I & II (6 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Approved Padre Island No. 1 replat, and zoning cases ZN8242 (4458 Church Street) and ZN8219 (2212 Morris Street) (all aye)
• Approved Solid Rock Industrial Park preliminary plat (6 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Approved wastewater construction waiver for London Ranch Estates (6 ayes, 1 abstention)
• No recommendation on London Ranch Estates wastewater fee waiver (3 ayes, 3 nays, 1 abstention); goes to Council
• Approved April 3, 2024 minutes and absences (all aye)
• 2024 Bond Program briefing pulled from agenda

City Council

The City Council will consider a $13.4 million contract for the Broadway Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Proposed Bond 2024 and several service agreements for police and fire departments. Additionally, the council will review street rebuild program contracts and downtown district expansion.

• $13,484,305.00 contract for Broadway Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation
• Up to $12,000,000.00 contract for the Residential Street Rebuild Program
• $3,769,127.59 annual premium for property insurance renewal
• Expansion of Downtown Management District by 40.721 acres
• Briefing on Proposed Bond 2024

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting to present several proclamations and a retirement commendation. The session also includes swearing-in ceremonies for new board, commission, and committee members. No legislative actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Proclamation: Purple Heart Recipients and Critically Wounded Police Officers Week (April 18-21)
• Commendation for Jesse Balderaz for 34 years of service
• Proclamation: National Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week (April 14-20)
• Proclamation: Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (April 14-20)
• Swearing-in ceremony for new board, commission, committee, and corporation members

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Corpus Christi B Corporation will review its February financial report and approve March meeting minutes. Board members may enter closed session to discuss legal matters regarding development incentives near N. Chaparral Street and Lomax Street. The board will also consider amending a contract deadline with the Botanical and Nature Institute of South Texas, Inc., and hold public hearings to authorize funding for road and drainage work on Williams Road and Huntwick Avenue.

• Public hearing and motion to authorize $1,884,903 for Williams Road design, reconstruction, and drainage improvements in Council District 4.
• Motion to redirect $2,500,000.00 from the Williams Road Project to fund Huntwick Avenue design and reconstruction in Council District 5.
• Motion to amend a reimbursement agreement with Botanical and Nature Institute of South Texas, Inc., extending the performance deadline to December 31, 2024.
• Executive session to consult attorneys on legal issues and potential financial incentives for development near N. Chaparral Street and Lomax Street.
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2024 regular meeting and review of the February 29, 2024 financial report.

The Board authorized $1,884,903 for the Williams Road Project and reallocated $2,500,000 from that project to the Huntwick Avenue Project. Additionally, the Board extended a performance deadline for the Botanical and Nature Institute of South Texas, Inc.

• Approved $1,884,903 for Williams Road Project design, reconstruction, and drainage (unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of $2,500,000 from Williams Road Project to Huntwick Avenue Project (unanimous)
• Approved extension of performance deadline to December 31, 2024 for Botanical and Nature Institute of South Texas, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

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 February 29, 2024. The meeting includes presentations on engineering services updates and a discussion regarding a proposed Type A sales tax reauthorization. These presentation items are for informational purposes only.

• Approval of March 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Type A financial reports as of February 29, 2024
• Engineering Services Quarterly Project Update presentation
• Discussion regarding proposed Type A sales tax reauthorization

The Board approved the minutes from the March 18, 2024, meeting. Members received a quarterly update on engineering projects and discussed a proposed Type A sales tax reauthorization.

• Approved March 18, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The committee will finalize plans for an upcoming trip and student travel. Members will also discuss the summer visit of students and a fall visit to Veracruz.

• Finalize plans for upcoming trip
• Finalize student travel and summer visit planning
• Update on Veracruz fall visit
• Staff report regarding Wendy's departure and succession plans

The Sister City Committee met on April 11, 2024, and received updates on the Agen trip itinerary, student exchange preparations, and a planned fall visit to Veracruz on September 24-26. The committee discussed adding new cities to its partnerships and reviewed budget options for student gifts, a book subscription, Veracruz entertainment, and a Taiwan flag. No formal motions or votes on these items are recorded in the minutes; the only recorded approval was of the minutes, moved by Valerie Harbolovic and seconded by Susane Horn.

• Approved the minutes (moved by Valerie Harbolovic, seconded by Susane Horn)
• No vote recorded on Agen trip itinerary; Melody presented plans
• No vote recorded on student exchange; subcommittee finalizing family training
• No vote recorded on Veracruz fall visit dates of September 24-26
• No vote recorded on adding new cities to partnership; process discussed
• No vote recorded on budget options for student gifts, book subscription, Veracruz entertainment, or Taiwan flag

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a briefing regarding Type-A Sales Tax Reauthorization. The Director's Report includes updates for April 2024, specifically addressing Commodore Park Phasing.

• Briefing regarding Type-A Sales Tax Reauthorization
• Parks & Recreation Updates for April 2024: Commodore Park Phasing

The committee received a briefing on proposed changes to Type-A sales tax uses for the Downtown Seawall and American Bank Center Arena. No substantive votes were taken on the proposal. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and absences.

• Approved absences of Twila Stevens and Kellie Summers
• Approved meeting minutes for 24-0350

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative items including funding for law enforcement training and museum HVAC improvements. Individual consideration includes a proposed lease agreement for the Calallen Police substation at 1925 Tuloso Road.

• Art Museum of South Texas HVAC Improvements Project: $3,500,000.00
• FEMA grant application for 78 additional firefighters: $16,359,579.25
• Police training and travel: $54,134.93
• Firefighter firearms training and ammunition: $1,867.26
• Lease agreement for Calallen Police substation at 1925 Tuloso Road: $60,000 per year

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting to present various proclamations and commendations. No official votes or council actions will be taken during this session.

• Commendation for Allison Leichty as Mayor’s Teacher of the Month
• Proclamation declaring April 2024 as “Month of the Military Child”
• Commendation for Flour Bluff High School NJROTC cadets
• Proclamation declaring April 2024 as “Earth Month” and April 13, 2024, as “Earth Day-Bay Day”
• Proclamation declaring April 6-12, 2024, as “Week of the Young Child Celebration”

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider the approval of meeting minutes and an open records requests audit report. The committee will also acknowledge receipt of the Final Actuarial Audit Report for the Corpus Christi Firefighters' Retirement System.

• Approval of February 13, 2024 minutes
• Receipt of the Final Actuarial Audit Report for the Corpus Christi Firefighters' Retirement System
• Approval of AU24-001 Legal Department - Open Records Requests Audit Report
• Discussion of 2024 Revised Approved Annual Audit Plan
• City Auditor's Update

The Audit Committee approved the audit report for Legal Department Open Records Requests and acknowledged receipt of the Firefighters' Retirement System actuarial audit. The committee also received updates on the 2024 Annual Audit Plan and current City Auditor's Office projects.

• Approved February 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of Final Actuarial Audit Report for Corpus Christi Firefighters' Retirement System (unanimous)
• Approved AU24-001 Legal Department - Open Records Requests Audit Report (unanimous)

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - North Beach

The TIRZ No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to consider two development reimbursement agreements with C&P Monarch LP. These agreements involve incentives for interior and exterior improvements at a hotel and a restaurant.

• Development Reimbursement Agreement for hotel improvements at 3500 Surfside BLVD (not to exceed $432,089)
• Development Reimbursement Agreement for restaurant improvements at 221 S Hotel PL. (not to exceed $879,984)

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review the March monthly report and updates on capital improvement projects. Discussion items include the reauthorization of Type A funds, MORF Box vandalism, and the marina entrance sandbar.

• Reauthorization of Type A Funds discussion
• Capital Improvement Projects update
• MORF Box vandalism discussion
• Marina Entrance Sandbar discussion

The Marina Advisory Committee met April 8, 2024 and unanimously approved the minutes of the March 4 regular meeting. Assistant City Manager Heather Hurlburt presented on reauthorizing Type A funds, describing a new proposal with clearer language and more community input that would go to City Council in August and to voters in the November election; the committee stressed that the breakwater and marina facilities be included in the Seawall portion of the sales tax. The Capital Improvement Projects update was tabled until the May 6 meeting. Staff also reported on marina finances, facility repairs, a theft from the Wednesday Night Races storage box, and a sailboat grounding near the marina entrance.

• Approved minutes of the March 4 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Capital Improvement Projects update (24-0237) until the May 6 meeting
• No action taken on Type A funds reauthorization (24-0512); presentation and committee input only
• No action taken on MORF box vandalism (24-0560); discussion only
• No action taken on marina entrance sandbar (24-0559); discussion only

Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee

The Water, Shore, and Beach Advisory Committee is meeting to review several committee reports. The agenda also includes discussions regarding budgets and a proposed topic schedule for future presentations.

• 24-0089 PRAC Report
• 24-0088 BMAC Report
• 23-1761 ISAC Report
• 24-0322 Budgets
• 24-0346 Proposed Presentation/Topic Schedule

The committee reviewed proposed budget figures for lifeguards, beach operations, and maintenance, including requests for additional funds for permits and surveys. A beach maintenance application was tabled by the Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee until owners demonstrate how they will work around dunes. The committee also discussed reports on the Packery Channel completion and coastal flooding impacts.

• Excused absences and approved February minutes
• Reviewed proposed budget figures for lifeguards and beach operations
• Tabled beach maintenance application pending dune protection plan
• Discussed budget requests for permits, storage, and surveys

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple land subdivision plats and zoning changes. These items include a mobile home park, the Mirabella subdivision, and various property rezoning ordinances.

• Hakuna Matata Mobile Home Park final plat (74.72 acres) near Old Brownsville Rd.
• Mirabella Subdivision preliminary plat (+- 297 acres) east of Hwy 286
• Chamberlin & Ropes Bay Terrace Addition plat at 11th St. and Hancock Ave.
• Valley View Subdivision plat north of C.R. 52 and east of FM 1889
• Calallen Townsite replat (0.29 acres) east of I-37 Access Rd.

The Corpus Christi Planning Commission approved Consent Agenda Items A and B, covering seven plats and three zoning cases, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes with two abstentions. The zoning cases included a rezoning at 110 Rolling Acres Drive that staff recommended be denied in favor of a special permit, and two rezonings requested by Barajas Family Corporation that staff recommended for approval. The Commission also received a presentation on proposed water impact fees; no vote was taken on that item, and the Commission does not vote on impact fees.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items A and B (plats items 4-7 and zoning items 8-10) as presented by staff (All Aye)
• Approved plat for Hakuna Matata Mobile Home Park, Block 1, Lot 1, 74.72 acres (6 Aye, 1 Abstain)
• Approved preliminary plat for Mirabella Subdivision, approximately 297 acres (6 Aye, 1 Abstain)
• Approved zoning case ZN7974 at or near 110 Rolling Acres Drive from RS-6 to ON, with staff recommending denial in lieu of approval to ON/SP (All Aye)
• Approved zoning case ZN8199 at or near 3345 Gollihar Road and 4500 Kirkwood Drive from ON and RS-6 to CN-1 (All Aye)
• Approved zoning case ZN8200 at or near 2823 South Port Avenue and 2511 San Jacinto Drive from CG-2 and RS-6 to CG-2 (All Aye)
• Approved absences for the 3/20/24 meeting (All Aye)
• Approved draft minutes of the March 20, 2024 meeting (All Aye)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities will review staff reports regarding ADA activity, engineering projects, and parking citations. Members will also discuss protected bike paths and subcommittee work plans for accessible playgrounds and the Flour Bluff Intersection.

• Presentation from the Office of Emergency Management
• Engineering update on the Flour Bluff Intersection
• Review of ADA citation reports from CCPD Parking Control
• Discussion regarding protected bike paths
• Updates on accessible recreation playgrounds

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities approved its March 6, 2024 minutes as amended by a unanimous vote. The committee received a presentation from the Office of Emergency Management on disaster preparedness, including plans for inclusive evacuation communication and a drill scheduled for June 14. Staff reported on ADA ramp work at Baker Middle School and March disabled parking enforcement totals. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were placed on future agendas.

• Approved March 6, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Added future agenda item: Development Services presentation on ADA compliance
• Added future agenda item: Salinas Park accessibility and condition

Library Board

The Library Board will review the March 12 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Friends of CCPL and the Director. The agenda includes a staff presentation on policies and procedures, a vote on a National Library Week proclamation, and a discussion regarding potential book donations from Brave Books.

• Approval of March 12 Library Board Meeting Minutes
• Staff Presentation: Update on Policies and Procedures
• National Library Week Proclamation Vote
• Potential Book Donation - Brave Books

The Board approved the National Library Week Proclamation and amended the March 12 meeting minutes. Members received legal briefings on obscenity laws and reviewed revised library card applications for adults and youth.

• Approved National Library Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved March 12 meeting minutes as amended (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Excused previous absences for Jennifer Anderson, Carroll Matthews, and Dora Wilburn (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the ISAC Chair and Co-Chair positions. Members will also receive a presentation regarding the Type A Sales Tax Reauthorization. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on beaches, parks, engineering, and development plans.

• Elections for ISAC Chair & Co-Chair
• Type A Sales Tax Reauthorization Presentation
• Beaches & Parks Update
• Engineering & Bond Updates
• TIRZ #2 & Area Development Plan Updates

The committee deferred elections for Chair and Vice Chair until the May meeting. Craig Thompson was appointed as chair pro-tem. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 5, 2024, meeting.

• Tabled elections for ISAC Chair & Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Craig Thompson as chair pro-tem (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding the Marina Master Plan. Members will also discuss the potential reauthorization of Type A Funds.

• Marina Master Plan presentation
• Discussion of Reauthorization of Type A Funds
• Capital Improvement Projects Update

Building Standards Board

The Corpus Christi Building Standards Board is meeting to review cases involving dilapidated or substandard buildings that may pose a hazard to public health and safety. During the session, members will hold public hearings on six specific addresses and decide whether to order demolition, vacate orders, repairs, or other actions. The board will also approve its annual report, elect leadership, and receive a briefing from city legal staff on adverse possession.

• Public hearings for demolition orders at 701 14th St., 210 Mexico St., 1225 Morris St., 801 Post Ave., 4613 Prescott St., and 4317 Shaw St.
• Approval of the Building Standards Board annual report
• Election of board chair and vice-chair
• Briefing on adverse possession by City Attorney Jacqueline Salinas-Bazan
• Updates on emergency demolitions and current property status

The Building Standards Board voted to require owners to demolish structures at 701 14th St., 210 Mexico St. (aka 1523 Howard), 801 Post Ave., and 4613 Prescott St., each within 30 days, with the City authorized to demolish if work is not completed. A case at 4317 Shaw St. was tabled until the May hearing on the condition the heir maintain and secure the property, and a case at 1225 Morris St. was removed from the agenda due to a recent sale. The board also approved its annual report, approved the January 25, 2024 minutes and an absence, and elected Catherine Giffin as Chair and Monica Pareso as Vice Chair for terms beginning May 2024.

• Approved demolition of structure(s) at 701 14th St. within 30 days, City authorized to demolish if not completed (All Aye)
• Approved demolition of residential and accessory structure at 210 Mexico St. aka 1523 Howard within 30 days (All Aye)
• Approved demolition of structure at 801 Post Ave. within 30 days (All Aye)
• Approved demolition of accessory structure at 4613 Prescott St. within 30 days (All Aye)
• Tabled 4317 Shaw St. until May hearing, conditioned on heir maintaining and securing property (4-1, Giffin nay)
• Removed 1225 Morris St. from agenda due to recent property sale (All Aye)
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Elected Catherine Giffin as Chair and Monica Pareso as Vice Chair for terms beginning May 2024 (All Aye)

Airport Board

The Airport Board will discuss member priorities and receive an update on the Tailwind Project. The meeting also includes reviews of air service reports for January and February 2024, as well as financial and capital planning reports.

• Tailwind Project Update
• Presentation and Discussion on Airport Board Member Priorities
• Monthly Air Service Report for January & February 2024
• Financial Report
• Capital Planning Report

The Airport Board approved the February meeting minutes and excused one member's absence. The board reached a unanimous consensus to add a new priority regarding the review of City department service allocations and their impact on airport costs.

• Excused Board member Collin's absence from February 28 meeting (Approved)
• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (Approved)
• Added initiative to assist airport with increases in City department service allocations (Unanimous consensus)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including landfill gas agreements and airport leases. Individual consideration includes a $7.1 million road reconstruction contract and a $4.1 million design services contract for Oso Creek.

• Landfill Gas and Lease Agreement amendment involving up to $1,776,795.29 for pipeline construction
• Air Quality Planning Grant increase of $424,212.00
• TSA lease agreement at Corpus Christi International Airport for $622,923.87 annually
• Flato Road reconstruction contract with Bay Ltd. for $7,168,936.00
• Oso Creek Channel Bottom Rectification design services contract for $4,192,377

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting. The agenda includes a proclamation declaring March 26, 2024, as 'Mayor Betty Turner Day.' No votes or council actions will be taken during this meeting.

• Proclamation declaring March 26, 2024, as 'Mayor Betty Turner Day'

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The TIRZ No. 3 Board will consider two development agreements providing incentives for property improvements at 425 Peoples Street. The agenda also includes a review of financial reports and updates from the Downtown Management District.

• Development agreement with Scott M. Barker for 425 Peoples Street (up to $18,625)
• Development agreement with Produce Goods, LLC for 425 Peoples Street (up to $72,600)
• Review of TIRZ #3 financial reports as of January 31, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 2023 and early 2024

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will review financial disclosure reports and potential changes to ethics policies or ordinances. The commission is also scheduled to discuss outstanding ethics complaints, including matters involving Mr. John Weber.

• Review of Financial Disclosure Reports
• Discussion of ethics forms, policies, rules, ordinances, and laws
• Review of complaints: Mr. John Weber v. Hon. Michael Pusley
• Review of complaints: Mr. John Weber v. Hon. Gil Hernandez
• Executive session to consult with attorneys regarding specific complaints

The Ethics Commission voted to deny ethics complaints filed by John Weber against Michael Pusley and Gil Hernandez. The commission also tabled discussions regarding Financial Disclosure Report filing requirements.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absence of Commissioner Kamlesh Bhikha (unanimous)
• Tabled additional filing requirements for Financial Disclosure Reports
• Denied complaint against Mike Pusley (unanimous)
• Denied amended complaint against Gil Hernandez (unanimous)

Animal Care Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes and absences from the January 17, 2024, meeting. Members reviewed the February shelter and clinic reports, discussing euthanasia criteria, social media policies for animals, and spay/neuter processes.

• Approved adoption of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved absences from January 17, 2024, meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled proposed rehabilitation program with CCACS shelter animals
• Moved discussion on neutering/spaying animals before leaving CCACS to unfinished business

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a 12-month time extension for the Schanen Estates Unit 13 final plat. The commission will also review a zoning ordinance to rezone property near 801 South Clarkwood Road from Farm Rural District to Single-Family 4.5 District.

• 12-month time extension for Schanen Estates, Unit 13 (60 lots, 10.06 acres) at Norchester Dr. and Glenway Dr.
• Rezoning of property near 801 South Clarkwood Road from 'FR' Farm Rural District to 'RS-4.5' Single-Family 4.5 District
• Proposed penalty not to exceed $2,000 for the South Clarkwood Road rezoning ordinance

The Planning Commission approved a 12-month time extension for the Schanen Estates Unit 13 final plat (60 lots, 10.06 acres) and a zoning change for a property at or near 801 South Clarkwood Road from Farm Rural to Single-Family 4.5 upon annexation. Both items passed with all aye votes, except Commissioner Budd abstained on the zoning case. The Commission also received a presentation on draft transportation impact fees; no action was taken, as the Commission is information-only and City Council has final decision authority.

• Approved absence of Commissioner Mandel for 3/6/24 meeting (All Aye)
• Approved 3-6-24 Regular Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (All Aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda A, Item 2: 12-month time extension for Schanen Estates Unit 13 final plat (All Aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda B, Item 3: Zoning Case No. 0224-01, rezoning 801 South Clarkwood Road from FR to RS-4.5 upon annexation (6 Aye, 1 Abstain)

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on Stage 2 water restrictions and a briefing regarding the 2024 Proposed Bond funding capacity. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for water infrastructure, airport operations, and police equipment.

• $8,757,565.00 contract to dredge the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant
• $2,177,537.50 agreement for water and wastewater line repair materials
• $28,410.00 grant for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Notice of intention to issue up to $50,005,000 in Certificates of Obligation
• Resolution naming City Council Chambers after former Mayor Betty Turner

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting to issue several proclamations and a teacher commendation. No votes, orders, or official council actions will be taken during this session.

• Commendation for Tiffany Vasquez of Richard King High School
• Proclamation: National Small Business Development Center Day (March 20, 2024)
• Proclamation: AmeriCorps Week (March 11-15, 2024)
• Proclamation: National Social Work Month (March 2024)

Corpus Christi B Corporation - Type B

The Type B Board will review financial reports and previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes informational presentations regarding a golf course lighting project and an economic development report.

• Approval of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Type B Financial Reports as of January 31, 2024
• Gabe Lozano Executive 9-hole Golf Course Lighting Project Update
• Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation Quarterly Report

The Board approved the minutes from the January 22, 2024, meeting and excused two member absences. The remainder of the meeting consisted of financial reports and project updates without further formal action.

• Approved January 22, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absences for Board Members Jesus Jimenez and Eric Evans (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 fund HVAC improvements for the city-owned facility housing the Art Museum of South Texas. The board will also receive informational updates regarding American Bank Center Arena projects and the Corpus Christi Marina. Additionally, the agenda includes a discussion on the Type A sales tax reauthorization.

• $3,500,000 for HVAC improvements at the Art Museum of South Texas facility
• Approval of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Type A financial reports as of January 31, 2024
• American Bank Center Arena projects update
• Corpus Christi Marina update

The Board authorized $3.5 million from the Seawall Fund for HVAC improvements at the city-owned facility housing the Art Museum of South Texas. Members also received updates on American Bank Center projects, the Corpus Christi Marina, and Type A sales tax reauthorization.

• Approved $3.5 million for Art Museum of South Texas HVAC improvements (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absences for Board Members Jimenez and Evans for January 22, 2024 (unanimous)

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will discuss finalizing travel plans for Agen and receive an update on a delegation invitation from Veracruz. The committee is also scheduled to review the budget and discuss next steps for student exchanges.

• Finalizing travel plans for Agen
• Update on Veracruz delegation invitation
• Budget review
• Student exchange updates and next steps

The Sister City Committee met on March 14, 2024, with five members present and one excused. The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and voted unanimously to increase the student scholarship to $1500. Committee reports noted an updated Agen itinerary and that a Veracruz invitation was sent but not yet confirmed. No public comment or staff reports were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 12:30 pm.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Increased student scholarship to $1500 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a possible ordinance regarding the prohibition of smoking and tobacco products in certain outdoor areas. The meeting includes an update on the Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation project and the Bird City Texas Program. Additionally, the Director's Report will cover March 2024 updates and Spring Break 2024.

• Possible ordinance regarding prohibition of smoking/tobacco products in certain outdoor areas
• Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation update
• Bird City Texas Program discussion
• Parks & Recreation updates for March 2024

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved two prior absences and the minutes of its March 13, 2024 regular meeting. No action was taken on a possible ordinance prohibiting smoking or tobacco products in certain outdoor areas, and no action was taken on the Bird City Texas program item. The committee received a Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation update and an adopt-a-park program report, but took no action on either.

• Approved absences for Howard Schauer and Thomas Cronnon (motion by Mike Lehnert, seconded by Shawn Flanagan; passed)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of March 13, 2024 (motion by Adam Rios, seconded by Shawn Flanagan; passed)
• No action taken on possible ordinance prohibiting smoking/tobacco products in certain outdoor areas
• No action taken on Bird City Texas program item
• No action taken on Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation update

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve the February 6 meeting minutes and the Annual Report. The agenda also includes discussions regarding agenda item procedures, a November meeting date change, and library materials.

• Approval of February 6 Library Board Meeting Minutes
• Annual Report Approval Vote
• Agenda Item Procedure Discussion
• November Meeting Date Change Discussion
• Library Materials Discussion

The Library Board approved the February 6 meeting minutes and the Annual Report filed with the City Secretary, both by unanimous votes. Most of the meeting was a discussion about library materials, including public comments and board debate on obscenity, parental consent, and the reconsideration process; no formal action was taken. The board also discussed adding agenda items and a possible November meeting date change, which will be revisited in October. A subcommittee on library materials may be added to next month's agenda.

• Approved February 6 Library Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Report filed with City Secretary (unanimous)
• No vote on library materials policy; discussion only
• November meeting date change to be discussed again in October
• Subcommittee on library materials to be added to next month's agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land development items on March 6, 2024. This includes reviewing replats for Gateway Park and Flour Bluff Estates. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a sidewalk construction waiver request.

• Replat of .35 acres at Gateway Park (Knickerbocker Dr. and Laguna Shores Rd.)
• Replat of 1.52 acres at Flour Bluff Estates (North of NAS Drive and west of West Lakeside Drive)
• Sidewalk construction waiver request for Flour Bluff Estates Block C, Lot 10R

The commission approved two replats for Gateway Park and Flour Bluff Estates. A request to waive sidewalk construction requirements for a property on West Lakeside Drive was denied. Staff also presented draft stormwater impact fee options for the Oso Creek watershed.

• Approved replat 23PL1000 Gateway Park Block 1, Lot 4R (All Aye)
• Approved replat PL8188 Flour Bluff Estates, Block C, Lot 10R (All Aye)
• Denied sidewalk construction waiver for PL8188 Flour Bluff Estates Block C, Lot 10R (All Aye)
• Approved absences from 2-21-24 meeting (All Aye)
• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The committee will review staff reports regarding ADA activity, engineering projects, and accessibility services. Members will also discuss upcoming workshops, protected bike paths, and subcommittee work plans.

• Approval of February 06, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Planning & Community Development - ADA Activity Report
• Engineering Services updates on projects impacting persons with disabilities
• Parks and Recreation Dept. updates on accessibility services and master park planning
• Engineering Subcommittee update on Flour Bluff Intersection

The committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2024, meeting. Staff reported that ADA signs are installed at the North Beach parking lot and that Baker Middle School is on the Public Works project list. Members discussed a tentative ADA celebration for July 19.

• Approved February 06, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the February 6, 2024, meeting and receive progress reports on several ongoing items. These updates include information regarding beaches, parks, engineering, bonds, and subcommittees.

• Approval of February 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Beaches & Parks Update
• Engineering & Bond Updates
• TIRZ #2 & Subcommittee Updates
• Island BFE/FEMA Subcommittee Update

The committee approved a staff recommendation to submit the Infill Resolution to the UDC Tactical Advisory Group rather than City Council. Members also approved corrections to the February 6, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approved submitting Infill Resolution to UDC Tactical Advisory Group (8-0-2)
• Approved February 6, 2024, minutes with corrections to change 'Nay' votes to 'abstains' on the Infill Resolution motion

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will vote for a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Discussion items include updates on capital improvement projects, the fuel station, traffic safety, and navigation aids.

• Vote for New Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Capital Improvement Projects Update
• Fuel Station discussion
• Traffic Safety discussion
• Navigation Aid Update

The committee approved the February 5th meeting minutes and elected new leadership. The Marina Manager provided updates on capital improvement projects, including dock demolition and dredging, and noted that the Marina Master Plan is nearing finalization.

• Approved February 5th regular meeting minutes
• Elected John Murray as Chairperson
• Elected Charles Pendlyshok as Vice Chairperson

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss legal and personnel matters. The committee expects to enter an executive session to consult with attorneys and evaluate the City Auditor.

• Executive session to consult with attorneys regarding legal issues related to the City Auditor
• Executive session to deliberate the evaluation of the City Auditor

The Corpus Christi Audit Committee held a special meeting on February 28, 2024, called to order at 3:30 P.M. by Chair Gil Hernandez, who verified a quorum. The committee went into executive session at 3:30 P.M. to consult with attorneys about legal issues related to the City Auditor and to deliberate the evaluation of the City Auditor as a personnel matter, returning at 4:32 P.M. No action was taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 4:33 P.M.

• No action taken after executive session on City Auditor legal and personnel matters

Airport Board

The Airport Board will consider a five-year lease amendment for the Transportation Security Administration. The board will also discuss potential lease agreements with American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.

• Five-year lease amendment with General Services Administration to extend TSA agreement
• Lease agreement with American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines
• Presentation and discussion by Splendid Aviation
• Executive session regarding air service development and business incentives

City Council

The City Council will review briefings on the city's debt profile and a Type A sales tax renewal. The meeting also includes several consent items regarding zoning, municipal contracts, and capital projects.

• Grant of $2,000,000.00 for Homewood Suites exterior upgrades
• Rezoning of 1563 South Nineteenth Street to Two-Family District
• Rezoning of 14762 Running Light Drive to Multifamily Apartment Tourist District
• Rezoning of 801 Cantwell Drive to Light Industrial District
• Purchase of body armor for $167,968.27

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several platting requests and time extension requests. The commission will also review a rezoning ordinance for property near 801 South Clarkwood Road.

• Replat of 1.84 acres at 3618 Mueller (Driscoll Village)
• Preliminary plat of 57.32 acres west of HWY 286 and north of FM-43 (Oso Vista Subdivision)
• Final plat of 0.43 acres at 301 Skipper Lane (Flour Bluff Heights)
• Final plat of 11.595 acres north of Yorktown Blvd. and east of Rodd Field Rd. (Moorland View Unit 2)
• Rezoning of property near 801 South Clarkwood Road from FR to RS-4.5

The Planning Commission approved Consent Agenda A and B — six plat items and time-extension requests — by an all-aye vote. A zoning case at or near 801 South Clarkwood Road (Case 0224-01, Nasser & Soroush Farahnakian) received no action because there was not a quorum to vote on it, and Commissioner Budd abstained. The Commission also approved prior absences and the February 7, 2024 minutes, and heard a presentation on the city's impact fee process. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Consent Agenda A and B, plats items 2-7, as presented by staff (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month extension for Fifth Quarter Industrial Park preliminary plat (All Aye)
• Approved 12-month extension for Starlight Estates Unit 8 final plat (All Aye)
• Zoning Case 0224-01 (801 South Clarkwood Road) — no action; no quorum to vote
• Approved absences of Commissioners Mandel and Motaghi for February 7, 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved February 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes (All Aye)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and the annexation of 82.40 acres. The agenda includes approving municipal contracts for police equipment, utility services, and airport leases. The council will also review a $2 million grant for exterior upgrades to Homewood Suites.

• $2,000,000 grant for Homewood Suites by Hilton upgrades
• Purchase of 100 body-worn cameras for $193,356.00
• Annexation of 82.40 acres at FM 43/Weber Road and London Pirate Road
• $1,500,000 appropriation for Whitecap and Gypsy Bridges Scour Protection Project
• Rezoning of 801 Cantwell Drive to Light Industrial District

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council will hold a ceremonial meeting to present commendations and conduct swearing-in ceremonies. No official votes or council actions will be taken during this session.

• Commendations for Naval Air Station Corpus Christi personnel
• Commendations for Corpus Christi Army Depot personnel
• Swearing-in ceremony for new board, commission, and committee members

Reinvestment Zone No. 3 - Downtown

The TIRZ No. 3 Board of Directors will meet to consider a resolution to amend the FY 2023-24 budget. The proposed change increases expenditures to fund payouts under a Downtown Development Reimbursement Agreement.

• Resolution 24-0299: Amendment to FY 2023-24 budget increasing expenditures by $3,690.60
• Downtown Development Reimbursement Agreement payout to Agnes Water, LLC for $723.47 (tax year 2020)
• Downtown Development Reimbursement Agreement payout to Agnes Water, LLC for $2,967.13 (tax year 2021)

Ethics Commission

The Corpus Christi Ethics Commission will discuss financial disclosure reports and potential changes to commission rules, forms, and ordinances. The meeting also includes a review of any outstanding ethics complaints.

• Review of Financial Disclosure Reports (24-0044)
• Discussion of Ethics Commission policies, rules, and ordinances (24-0045)
• Review of outstanding Ethics Complaints (24-0046)
• Approval of December 2023 meeting minutes (24-0032)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss an ordinance regarding the prohibition of smoking and tobacco products in certain outdoor areas. The meeting also includes reviews of Adopt-A-Park applications and updates on the Bird City Texas Program application process.

• Ordinance 24-0232 regarding prohibition of smoking/tobacco products in certain outdoor areas
• 24-0207 Adopt-A-Park applications
• 24-0244 Bird City Texas Program application process update
• Parks & Recreation updates for February 2024

The committee approved the minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken on new business items, including a smoking prohibition ordinance and the Bird City Texas program.

• Approved January 10, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts for police vehicle equipment and liquid chlorine supplies. The agenda also includes funding for library improvements and street construction projects. Additionally, the council will consider land annexation and zoning changes.

• Police vehicle equipment contract up to $695,829.16
• Liquid chlorine supply agreement up to $2,600,000.00
• Neyland Library Improvements contract for $560,504.00
• Concrete Street Improvements contract up to $1,000,000.00
• Rezoning of 3029 Sabinas Street to a Townhouse District

City Council Ceremonial Meeting

The City Council is holding a ceremonial meeting to issue various honors and proclamations. No official votes, orders, or decisions will be taken during this session.

• Commendation for Mrs. Regina Snyder of Robert Driscoll Middle School
• Proclamation declaring February 27, 2024, as City-Wide Bluesday Tuesday
• Commendation for Black Diamond Oyster Bar
• Commendation for City of Corpus Christi Vital Records Division

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to consider approving minutes from December 12, 2023. The committee is also scheduled to review an engineering audit report for the Williams Lift Station and a contract review for the Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden.

• AU23-001 Engineering and Corpus Christi Water Williams Lift Station Audit Report
• F1 Parks and Recreation Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden Contract Review
• 2024 Revised Annual Audit Plan discussion
• City Auditor's Update briefing

The Audit Committee approved the December 2023 meeting minutes and the AU23-001 audit report for the Engineering and Corpus Christi Water Williams Lift Station. The committee also reviewed the 2024 Revised Annual Audit Plan and received a City Auditor's update on completed and current projects.

• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved AU23-001 Engineering and Corpus Christi Water Williams Lift Station Talson Audit Report (unanimous)
• Approved F1 Parks and Recreation Nueces County Victims' Memorial Garden Contract review

Sister City Committee

The committee is reviewing updates for upcoming trips to Agen, Yokosuka, and Veracruz. Members will also discuss outreach in Keelung, student exchange applications, and fundraiser details.

• Update on Agen trip agenda, delegate outlines, and itinerary
• Review of Yokosuka presentation date to Council
• Update on September trip to Veracruz
• Discussion of Keelung outreach following correspondence with their mayor
• Student exchange application and interview updates

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and provided updates on international partnerships and student exchanges. A fundraiser successfully raised $8,000 for scholarships, which are currently held by UCCC.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Selected four students for student exchange

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple plat applications for approval, including several replatting requests. These items are part of a consent public hearing where staff has recommended approval. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Replat of 2.851 acres at Azali Oceanside Estates (North of Santa Fe St. & west of Ropes St.)
• Replat of 12.35 acres for Tuloso Road Elementary Subdivision/The Texan Truck Stop (2060 Tuloso)
• Final plat of 0.208 acres at Lot 67R (North of Horne Rd & south of Brawner Pkwy)
• Replat of 0.58 acres at Flour Bluff Estates (North of SPID and East of Waldron Road)

The Planning Commission approved four plats, including a 12-lot residential development on Ocean Drive despite resident safety concerns. The commission noted the plat met all legal requirements and Unified Development Code standards.

• Approved Azali Oceanside Estates Block 1, Lots 1-12 replat (All Aye)
• Approved Tuloso Road Elementary Subdivision Plat-The Texan Truck Stop replat (All Aye)
• Approved Gust Heye, Lot 67R final plat (All Aye)
• Approved Flour Bluff Estates, Tract C of Block H, Lots 4-CR and 4-DR replat (All Aye)
• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Approved absence of Commissioner Lerma (All Aye)

Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities will review staff reports regarding ADA activity, engineering projects, and parking citations. Members will also consider nominations for the Vice Chair and Secretary positions.

• Nominations for Vice Chair and Secretary
• Presentation by The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center
• Engineering Subcommittee update on Flour Bluff Intersection
• Discussion regarding protected bike paths and accessible sidewalks
• ADA Activity Report from Planning & Community Development

The Committee for Persons with Disabilities unanimously approved nominations for Imelda Trevino as vice-chair and Ashley Voggt as secretary. Members also approved the minutes from the previous January meeting. Staff updates included a completed parking lot at North Beach that is missing ADA signs and progress on an all-inclusive playground at Cole Park.

• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Imelda Trevino as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Approved Ashley Voggt as secretary (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review the January 2 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Friends of CCPL Liaison and the Director. The agenda also includes an update on the Annual Report and a discussion regarding Board Member Orientation.

• Approval of January 2 Library Board Meeting Minutes
• Friends of CCPL Liaison Report
• Director's Report
• Annual Report Update
• Board Member Orientation

The Library Board approved the January meeting minutes and excused one member's absence. The board also voted to move the March and November meeting dates due to voting schedules.

• Approved January meeting minutes (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Excused Alice Hawkins' January absence (unanimous)
• Rescheduled March and November meetings to March 12th and November 12th (unanimous)

Island Strategic Action Committee

The committee will review several unfinished business items including updates on beaches, parks, engineering, and bonds. The agenda includes a draft resolution regarding infill housing.

• Draft Resolution Regarding Infill Housing
• Beaches & Parks Update
• Engineering & Bond Updates
• TIRZ #2 & Subcommittee Updates
• Island ADP Committee Update

The Island Strategic Action Committee approved a draft resolution on infill housing by a 5-5 vote, with five members abstaining and four absent. The resolution is a recommendation to City Council with no enforcement component, and City legal has reviewed it. The committee also received updates on beach dredging and nourishment, park projects, and bond-funded road work, and approved its January 16, 2024 minutes.

• Approved January 16, 2024 ISAC meeting minutes
• Approved draft resolution regarding infill housing (5 aye, 5 abstained, 4 absent)
• Merged Island ADP Committee with TIRZ #2 Subcommittee
• Decided to wait on bridges/bulkheads projects to identify gaps

Marina Advisory Committee