Montgomery County public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss budget appropriations for fiscal year 2021-2022 and an ordinance to amend solid waste collection service rates. The body is also considering several development agreements and the appointment of four MEDC Directors.

• Ordinance to amend municipal budget for fiscal year 2021-2022
• Ordinance amending rates for solid waste collection service
• Escrow Agreement for Lupe Tortilla at Eva Street and Buffalo Springs Drive
• Escrow Agreement for a 15.46-acre mixed-use development by Superior Properties, LLC
• Annual permit renewal for Cedar Crest Mobile Home Park on Old Plantersville Road

City Council appointed Gary Palmer as the new City Administrator. The council also approved several infrastructure projects and escrow agreements, while tabling a budget amendment and solid waste rate ordinance due to accounting discrepancies and pending reviews.

• Appointed Gary Palmer as City Administrator (4-0)
• Approved Escrow Agreement with RDM, Inc. / Luoe Holdings, LP / Luoe Tortilla (4-0)
• Approved annual permit for Cedar Crest Mobile Home Park (4-0)
• Approved Escrow Agreement and feasibility study for Superior Properties, LLC (4-0)
• Reappointed Rebecca Huss, Carol Langley, Jeffrey Angelo, and Ryan Londeen to MEDC (4-0)
• Tabled FY 2021-2022 budget amendment until February 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled solid waste collection service rate ordinance until January 13, 2023 (4-0)
• Accepted Certificate of Substantial Completion for Cleburne sidewalks (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several requests for modifications within the Historic Preservation District. The body will also review a preliminary plat and feasibility studies for three proposed developments.

• Proposed canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM at 14340 Liberty Street
• Renovation plans for 14259 Liberty Street
• Proposed relocation of Southern Roots salon building at 14275 Liberty Street
• Preliminary Plat for Montgomery Bend Section One
• Feasibility studies for Olde Montgomery Food Gardens, Summer Wind, and Montgomery Ridge

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 69-home development and the relocation of a salon building. A request for ATM signage was tabled pending aesthetic changes. The commission also reviewed feasibility studies for three proposed developments.

• Approved preliminary plat for Montgomery Bend Section One (4-0)
• Approved relocation of Southern Roots salon building at 14275 Liberty (4-0)
• Tabled canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM pending gray background and black lettering (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022, has been canceled due to the holidays. No business was conducted.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct in-person interviews for the City Administrator position during executive session, as permitted under Texas law for personnel matters. After the closed session, the council may reconvene to take any action related to the interviews. The meeting is open to the public for viewing via live stream.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code § 551.074 for personnel interviews
• In-person interviews for the City Administrator position
• Possible action following closed session

The Council met in executive session to conduct in-person interviews for the City Administrator position. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Conducted in-person interviews for City Administrator in executive session

City Council

The Montgomery City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct in-person interviews for the City Administrator position during executive session, as permitted under Texas law for personnel matters. The council may take action on the interviews after reconvening in open session. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session under Texas Government Code §551.074 for personnel matters
• In-person interviews for the City Administrator position
• Possible action following closed session

The council met in executive session to conduct in-person interviews for the City Administrator position. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Conducted City Administrator interviews in executive session
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Montgomery City Council will consider accepting a fully equipped Command Center donated to the Police Department by three residents. The council will also receive a feasibility study for the Meadow Ridge development. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters involving the Interim City Administrator and the City Secretary.

• Donation of a fully equipped Command Center to the Montgomery Police Department from Charlie Diggs, Wade Nelson, and Robert Kluna
• Presentation and acceptance of the Meadow Ridge Feasibility Study (Dev. No. 2213)
• Executive session on personnel matters: Interim City Administrator and City Secretary & Director of Administrative Services

City Council approved the minutes from the October 25, 2022, meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the Mayor acknowledged that Mr. McCorquodale will be provided a copy of an investigation report.

• Approved minutes of the Regular City Council meeting 10-25-2022
• Acknowledged Mr. McCorquodale will be provided a copy of the investigation report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly act on three items in the Historic Preservation District: a proposed side and rear yard fence at 918 Caroline Street, exterior site modifications for Old Montgomery Steakhouse at 204 McCown Street, and canopy signage for the Simmons Bank ATM at 14340 Liberty Street. The meeting will also include approval of the October 4, 2022 regular meeting minutes. No other business is scheduled.

• Proposed side and rear yard fencing at 918 Caroline Street in the Historic Preservation District
• Proposed exterior site modifications for Old Montgomery Steakhouse at 204 McCown Street in the Historic Preservation District
• Proposed canopy signage for the Simmons Bank ATM at 14340 Liberty Street in the Historic Preservation District
• Consideration of October 4, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The Commission approved a residential fence and exterior modifications for the Old Montgomery Steakhouse. A request for ATM canopy signage in the Historic Preservation District was denied.

• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved side and rear yard fencing at 918 Caroline Street (4-0)
• Approved exterior site modifications for Old Montgomery Steakhouse at 204 McCown Street (4-0)
• Denied canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM at 14340 Liberty Street (2-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to voluntarily annex two tracts totaling about 113 acres: a 79.91-acre Pulte Group property and a 33.012-acre HCR Ventures tract. The council will also vote on creating two new municipal utility districts (MUDs), altering speed limits, and authorizing several infrastructure projects including storm sewer, pavement replacement, and sanitary sewer rehabilitation.

• Annexation of 79.91 acres (Pulte Group) and 33.012 acres (HCR Ventures) into city limits
• Creation of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 224 and consent for MUD No. 179
• Ordinance altering speed limits on certain streets with fines up to $200
• Authorizing work on Flagship Boulevard Storm Sewer & Pavement Replacement Project
• Awarding Downtown Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project and authorizing 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Council approved two voluntary annexations and the creation of two Municipal Utility Districts. The city also authorized several sewer and pavement projects and awarded a $170,750 contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation. A proposed investigation into the Interim City Administrator was tabled.

• Approved annexation of ~79.910 acres (Pulte Group) (4-0)
• Approved annexation of ~33.012 acres (HCR Ventures, Ltd.) (4-0)
• Approved creation of MUD No. 224 (3-0)
• Approved creation of MUD No. 179 (3-0)
• Awarded $170,750 Downtown Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation bid to CruiseTech (3-0)
• Authorized work on Flagship Blvd Storm Sewer & Pavement Replacement (3-0)
• Authorized work on 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (3-0)
• Authorized work on Lift Station No. 10 Improvement Project (3-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation board will consider funding for the Wreaths Across America project at Montgomery Memorial Cemetery, installing electrical service at 777 Clepper Street, and selecting a proposal for a wayfinding signage project. They will also discuss a project at 213 Prairie Street to increase downtown public parking. The meeting includes approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Consideration and possible action on funding Wreaths Across America project for Montgomery Memorial Cemetery
• Consideration and possible action on installing electrical service at 777 Clepper Street
• Consideration and possible action on selection of a proposal for the wayfinding signage project
• Discussion on future participation in a project at 213 Prairie Street to increase downtown public parking
• Approval of September 2022 Financial Report

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation voted 5-0 to authorize the interim city administrator to negotiate and execute a service agreement with Merje Design for a wayfinding signage project, with a cost under $70,000. The board also approved $2,500 for electrical service installation at 777 Clepper Street and $450 for the Wreaths Across America project. Minutes and the September 2022 financial report were approved unanimously.

• Approved wayfinding signage contract with Merje Design (5-0)
• Approved up to $2,500 for electrical service at 777 Clepper Street (5-0)
• Approved $450 for Wreaths Across America at Montgomery Memorial Cemetery (5-0)
• Approved September 2022 financial report (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss denying a rate change application from Entergy Texas Inc. and calling public hearings for the voluntary annexation of the Pulte 80-acre and HCR Ventures 33-acre tracts.

• Ordinance to deny Entergy Texas Inc. application for authority to change rates
• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 79.910 acres (Pulte 80-acre tract)
• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 33.012 acres (HCR Ventures Ltd. 33-acre tract)
• Variance request for gravel instead of asphalt/concrete at 22016 Eva Street
• Service Agreement for Building Plan Review and Inspection Services with Rick Hanna, CBO

The council approved a variance for the Montgomery Grove development at 22016 Eva Street, requiring the owner to submit stamped engineering plans before a certificate of occupancy is issued. The council also set public hearings for October 25 on two voluntary annexations (Pulte 80-acre tract and HCR Ventures 33-acre tract), reappointed Miriam Walker and Bill Simpson to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and approved a service agreement with Rick Hanna for building plan review and inspection services.

• Approved variance for Montgomery Grove with condition to submit stamped engineering plans (4-0)
• Set public hearing for October 25 on voluntary annexation of Pulte 80-acre tract (4-0)
• Set public hearing for October 25 on voluntary annexation of HCR Ventures 33-acre tract (4-0)
• Reappointed Miriam Walker to Planning & Zoning Commission Place 4 and Bill Simpson to Place 2 (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Water Plant No. 3 Generator Addition contract (4-0)
• Approved service agreement with Rick Hanna for building plan review and inspection services (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance denying Entergy Texas Inc. rate increase request (4-0)
• Accepted feasibility studies for Food Gardens of Old Montgomery and Summer Wind developments (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss several requests for signage and exterior modifications in the Historic Preservation District. The body will also consider a variance request to allow gravel instead of asphalt or concrete for a parking lot.

• Variance request for gravel parking at Montgomery Grove (22016 Eva Street)
• Proposed freestanding sign for Hodge Podge Lodge (300 Prairie Street)
• Proposed exterior modifications to the Cozy Grape (14340 Liberty Street)
• Proposed canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM (14340 Liberty Street)
• Approval of September 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a variance for gravel instead of asphalt or concrete for the Montgomery Grove parking lot at 22016 Eva Street, contingent on proper documentation. They also approved a freestanding sign for Hodge Podge Lodge and exterior modifications for Cozy Grape, but denied oversized canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM. The meeting included updates on the city administrator hiring process and Redbird Development.

• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended variance for gravel parking lot at Montgomery Grove to City Council, contingent on proper documentation (4-0)
• Approved freestanding sign for Hodge Podge Lodge at 300 Prairie Street (4-0)
• Approved exterior modifications (open-air balcony) for Cozy Grape at 14340 Liberty Street (4-0)
• Denied proposed canopy signage for Simmons Bank ATM at 14340 Liberty Street due to excessive size (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session primarily to enter a closed executive session. The agenda consists of procedural items and potential action on matters discussed in the closed session.

• Executive session for legal consultation, real property, gifts, personnel, security devices, and economic development

The City Council met in special session, convened into executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071–551.087, and reconvened without taking any action on matters discussed. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 4-0 vote.

• No action taken after executive session

City Council

The City Council will review escrow and development agreements for three residential projects. The body will also consider funding for lift pump replacements and recognize a local Eagle Scout.

• Escrow Agreement for a 23-lot addition to Waterstone on Lake Conroe subdivision
• Escrow Agreement and feasibility study for a 28-acre, 81-lot development by Morning Cloud Investments, LLC
• Development Agreement with HCR Ventures, LTD. for a 33-acre multi-family project on Stewart Creek Road
• Authorization of $41,350.00 for replacing lift pumps at Lift Station 3
• Recognition of resident Logan Benét for his Eagle Scout project at Memory Park

The council approved a development agreement with HCR Ventures for a 33-acre multifamily residential project along Stewart Creek Road, totaling 385 units in two phases. They also authorized $41,350 for replacing lift pumps at Lift Station 3, and approved an escrow agreement for a 23-lot single-family addition to Waterstone on Lake Conroe. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved escrow agreement for Waterstone on Lake Conroe 23-lot addition (4-0)
• Approved $41,350 for replacing lift pumps at Lift Station 3 (4-0)
• Approved development agreement with HCR Ventures for 385-unit multifamily project (4-0)
• Approved relocation of easement as discussed in executive session (4-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation is considering a budget amendment to transfer $598,848 from reserves to a new public infrastructure line item. The board will also review grant requests for local events and the August 2022 financial report.

• Proposed transfer of $598,848 from reserves to a new Category I – Public Infrastructure line item
• Proposed budget amendment to increase revenue and expenditures from $1,210,749 to $1,809,597
• Grant request for the Lone Star Street Dance
• Financial support request for Trick or Treat in Historic Montgomery
• Review of the August 2022 Financial Report

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved up to $2,500 in reimbursable expenses for the Lone Star Street Dance on October 22, 2022, funded from line item 400.40.46303. The board also approved up to $5,000 in direct reimbursements to downtown merchants for Trick or Treat in Historic Montgomery, at $100 per business. A new line item for land investments was created with a $598,848 transfer from reserves, and the FY2021-2022 budget was amended accordingly.

• Approved up to $2,500 for Lone Star Street Dance on October 22 (5-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 for Trick or Treat in Historic Montgomery, $100 per business (5-0)
• Created new line item in Category I - Public Infrastructure, transferred $598,848 from reserves, amended budget to $1,809,597 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved August 2022 Financial Report (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022-2023 operating budget and ad valorem tax rates. The proposed budget includes funding for water and sewer improvements, roadway repairs, and park maintenance.

• Proposed 2022-2023 operating budget which would raise total property taxes by $418,191 (30.07%)
• Proposed 2022 Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.4000 per $100 valuation
• Expenditure up to $40,000 for Public Works to repair Lift Station No. 8 Sanitary Sewer Force Main
• Escrow Agreements for a proposed food truck park (Food Gardens of Olde Montgomery) and a Dutch Bros. Coffee shop
• Variance requests for Summer Wind (56-acre residential development) and Montgomery Summit Business Park Reserve A

The council approved the 2022-2023 operating budget, which raises total property taxes by $418,191 (30.07%), and set the combined ad valorem tax rate at $0.400 per $100 valuation. A development agreement with Pulte Homes for a 45-foot-lot subdivision on FM 1097 passed 4-1, and a variance for 45-foot lots in the Buffalo Springs district passed 4-1. The council also reduced the utility late fee from 20% to 10% and authorized up to $40,000 for sewer force main repairs.

• Approved 2022-2023 operating budget raising taxes $418,191 (5-0)
• Set 2022 ad valorem tax rate at $0.400/$100 (5-0)
• Approved development agreement with Pulte Homes for 45-foot-lot subdivision (4-1)
• Approved variance for minimum lot width/area and right-of-way for 5 Winds development (4-1)
• Reduced utility delinquent fee from 20% to 10% (5-0)
• Authorized up to $40,000 for Lift Station No. 8 sewer force main repair (5-0)
• Accepted Water Plant No. 3 as substantially complete (5-0)
• Denied Entergy Texas rate increase request (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss several variance requests and signage approvals. The body is specifically reviewing a 56-acre single-family residential project and requests related to the Historic Preservation District.

• Variance requests for minimum lot width, minimum lot area, and street right-of-way width for Summer Wind development on Lone Star Parkway
• Driveway spacing variance request for Montgomery Summit Business Park, Reserve A
• Proposed 4' x 4' sign for Slice of Amish at 401 College Street, Suite 170
• Request to relocate a rear property fence at 14335 Liberty Street
• Approval of August 2, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of minimum lot width, lot area, and street right-of-way width variances for the Summer Wind single-family residential development. The commission also approved a sign for Slice of Amish, recommended a driveway spacing variance for Montgomery Summit Business Park, and approved a fence relocation on Liberty Street over a neighbor's objection.

• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved sign for Slice of Amish at 401 College Street, Suite 170 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Summer Wind variance requests to City Council (4-0)
• Recommended approval of driveway spacing variance for Montgomery Summit Business Park to City Council (4-0)
• Approved fence relocation at 14335 Liberty Street (3-1)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding a proposed 2022 tax rate of $.4000 per $100 valuation. The council will announce the date for the formal adoption of this rate.

• Public hearing on proposed 2022 tax rate of $.4000 per $100 valuation
• Announcement of the September 13, 2022, meeting to adopt the 2022 Tax Rate

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2022 tax rate of $0.4000 per $100 valuation. No members of the public spoke. The Council will adopt the tax rate at a meeting on September 13, 2022.

• Held public hearing on proposed 2022 tax rate of $0.4000 per $100 valuation (no public comment)
• Adjourned public hearing (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider the 2022 No-New-Revenue and Voter Approval tax rates. Members will discuss the tax rates required to fund the proposed FY 2022-2023 Maintenance and Operations and Debt Service budgets.

• Proposed 2022 tax rates and potential public hearing on the tax rate
• Escrow Agreement between the City of Montgomery and Redbird Meadow Development, LLC
• Proposed FY 2023 budget for Montgomery County Emergency Communication District
• Voluntary Supplemental Health Coverage for employees via Empower Financial Group
• Annual update to the Service and Assessment Plan for Public Improvement District No. 1

The City Council voted 5-0 to set the 2022 tax rate at $0.40 per $100 valuation, combining the maintenance and operations and debt service rates. Council also accepted the no-new-revenue rate of $0.3171 and the voter-approval rate of $0.5674 as presented, and scheduled a public hearing on the tax rate for September 6, 2022. A motion to add a supplemental pre-tax health benefit failed for lack of a second; council voted 5-0 to postpone the item to the next meeting for further review.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of August 9 and August 10, 2022 meetings and an escrow agreement with Redbird Meadow Development, LLC (5-0).
• Accepted the 2022 No-New-Revenue Tax Rate ($0.3171/$100) and Voter Approval Rate ($0.5674/$100) as presented (5-0).
• Approved the proposed 2022 tax rate of $0.40/$100 by roll call vote (5-0).
• Called a public hearing on the proposed 2022 tax rate for September 6, 2022 at 6:00 PM (5-0).
• Motion to add a Supplemental Pre-Tax health benefit to the city's package died for lack of a second.
• Postponed consideration of the supplemental health benefit to the next council meeting for further review (5-0).
• Approved the annual update to the Service and Assessment Plan and Assessment Roll for Public Improvement District No. 1 (5-0).
• Adjourned at 7:15 PM (5-0).

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will consider the proposed FY2022-2023 budget and a potential property purchase following an archeological report. Other items include festival sponsorships, internet service presentations, and equipment purchases.

• Approval of the proposed MEDC FY2022-2023 budget
• Possible action on purchasing the Adams Lot property
• Sponsorship consideration for the Montgomery Fall Festival
• Presentation of proceeds from the Montgomery Music & Mudbugs Festival
• Discussion regarding funding for MLK Sidewalks

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved an $8,000 sponsorship for the 2022 Montgomery Fall Festival, funded from the 2022-23 budget. The board also approved the proposed FY2022-2023 budget to send to City Council, accepted an archeological report on the Adams Lot and authorized closing on the property purchase, and approved several smaller expenditures. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except the Bitly subscription (5-0).

• Approved $8,000 sponsorship for 2022 Montgomery Fall Festival (6-0)
• Approved sending FY2022-2023 budget to City Council (6-0)
• Accepted Moore Archeological Consulting report on Adams Lot and authorized closing on property purchase (6-0)
• Approved $96/year Bitly subscription (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement to Public Works for Movie Night equipment (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved financial report (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to review the proposed 2022-2023 budget. The session includes a review of various general and special funds and a discussion regarding the tax rate.

• Proposed Budget 2022-2023 Summary
• Discussion of Tax Rate
• General Fund reviews for Police, Public Works, and Municipal Court
• Review of Water & Sewer and Capital Project funds
• Montgomery Economic Development Corporation discussion

The City Council held its second budget workshop for fiscal year 2022-2023, reviewing changes from the first workshop and certified tax values. No formal votes were taken on the budget; discussions focused on police department staffing, ARPA fund allocation for officer hiring, a new Recreation and Events Coordinator position, and sidewalk funding concerns. The workshop adjourned without any substantive decisions being made.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop

City Council

The City Council will consider a request regarding a HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street. The meeting also includes discussions on the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District budget and a lift station repair proposal.

• Public hearing and action regarding a HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street
• Election of a representative for the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District Board of Managers
• Resolution approving the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District budget for fiscal year 2023
• Proposal from the city engineer for Lift Station No. 8 Force Main Repair design and construction administration
• Budget Public Hearing for the FY2022-2023 City Operating Budget

The City Council approved a request to place a HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street, with the homeowner stating the existing house will be torn down and a new brick-and-mortar home built eventually. The council also approved the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District (MCECD) budget for FY2023, accepted a proposal from WGA to seek bids for the Lift Station No. 8 Force Main repair, and called a budget public hearing for September 13, 2022. No action was taken on electing a representative to the MCECD Board of Managers.

• Approved HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 07-19-2022 and 07-26-2022 (5-0)
• Approved resolution approving MCECD budget for FY2023 (5-0)
• Accepted WGA proposal to seek bids for Lift Station No. 8 Force Main repair (5-0)
• Called budget public hearing for September 13, 2022 at 6:00 PM (5-0)
• Took no action on electing MCECD Board of Managers representative

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review previous meeting minutes and two specific requests regarding properties in the Historic Preservation District. These include a fence relocation at 14335 Liberty Street and exterior building modifications at 504 Caroline Street.

• Relocation of rear property fence at 14335 Liberty Street
• Proposed exterior building modifications at 504 Caroline Street
• Approval of July 5, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes

The commission tabled a request to relocate a rear property fence at 14335 Liberty Street to allow the property owners to resolve issues privately. They also approved exterior modifications to the building at 504 Caroline Street, including a front porch roof and a two-story rear addition. The July 5, 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved July 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled fence relocation request at 14335 Liberty Street (5-0)
• Approved exterior modifications at 504 Caroline Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding Entergy Texas, Inc.'s requested rate changes. They will also discuss a proposed expenditure for an archaeological survey at 21050 Eva Street.

• Ordinance declining to approve the change in rates requested by Entergy Texas, Inc.
• $11,700 expenditure for an archaeological survey of 21050 Eva Street
• Acceptance of excess collections for 2021 Debt Service
• Certification for Debt Service Collection Rate for 2021/2023

The City Council approved a $11,700 expenditure by the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation for ground penetrating radar to locate infant graves at 21050 Eva Street. The decision followed discussion about the uncertainty of remains and alternative archival research. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved $11,700 MEDC expenditure for archaeological survey at 21050 Eva Street (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, debt service collection rate, and departmental reports (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a strategic plan meeting focused on long term needs. The agenda includes a presentation by Ron Cox and discussions regarding operational items with department heads.

• Presentation and facilitation by Ron Cox on Long Term Strategic Planning
• Operational items and discussions by Department Heads

City Council

The Montgomery City Council will conduct a governance workshop regarding leadership and council responsibilities. The discussion includes the role of the Council, its relationship with the CEO, and stewardship.

• Governance Workshop Discussion

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to review the proposed 2022-2023 budget summary. The body will discuss revenue and administration for the General Fund and various special funds. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the tax rate.

• Proposed Budget 2022-2023 Summary
• General Fund allocations for Police, Municipal Court, and Public Works
• Review of Water & Sewer Fund and Debt Service Fund
• Discussion of Tax Rate
• Montgomery Economic Development Corporation review

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2023 budget, with department heads presenting their requests. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was for discussion and clarification. Key proposals included adding police officers, a public works position, and a full-time court clerk, along with new line items for records management and FOIA.

• No formal decisions made; budget workshop only
• Discussed adding two police officers and promoting two to sergeant
• Discussed adding one public works position
• Discussed converting part-time court position to full-time
• Noted property tax rate delay from county appraisal district

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The regular scheduled meeting of the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation has been canceled.

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including water and sewer work. The agenda also includes discussions on new residential developments and actions regarding Entergy Texas, Inc. rate increases.

• Proposed 80-acre single-family residential development by Pulte Homes
• 33-acre multi-family residential development by Nantucket Housing, LLC / HCR Ventures
• McCown & Caroline Street Waterline Replacement Project
• Downtown Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Water Plant Nos. 2 & 3 Bleach Conversion Project

The City Council approved the consent agenda (4-0), including minutes, an escrow agreement, and a traffic ordinance amendment. They also authorized staff to proceed with several infrastructure projects: waterline replacement on McCown and Caroline Street ($364,000), downtown sanitary sewer rehabilitation ($182,000), and bleach conversion at Water Plants 2 & 3. Additionally, they approved a change order for GLO Project #19-076-017-B366 and authorized coordination with Nantucket Housing for a 33-acre multi-family development.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, escrow agreement, and traffic ordinance (4-0)
• Authorized staff to coordinate with Nantucket Housing for 33-acre multi-family development (4-0)
• Authorized city engineer to begin McCown & Caroline Street waterline replacement project (4-0)
• Authorized city engineer to begin downtown sanitary sewer rehabilitation project (4-0)
• Authorized city engineer to begin Water Plants 2 & 3 bleach conversion project (4-0)
• Authorized Change Order #1 for GLO Project #19-076-017-B366 (4-0)
• Approved calling public hearing for HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street (4-0)
• Approved ordinance suspending Entergy rate increase effective date for 90 days (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a rear property fence relocation and a wall sign application within the Historic Preservation District. The meeting also includes presentations on Pulte Group and Nantucket housing feasibility studies and an update on downtown redevelopment.

• Fence relocation at 14335 Liberty Street
• Wall sign application for Jewel’s Teahouse at 14351 Liberty Street
• Pulte Group and Nantucket Housing Feasibility Studies presentation
• Update on downtown redevelopment projects

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a request to relocate a rear property fence at 14335 Liberty Street to allow staff to investigate fire code requirements and notify the adjacent owner. The commission also approved minutes from prior meetings, approved a wall sign for Jewel's Teahouse, and heard presentations on housing feasibility studies without taking action.

• Approved May 17 and June 7 meeting minutes with modification (3-0)
• Tabled fence relocation at 14335 Liberty Street (2-1)
• Approved wall sign application for Jewel's Teahouse at 14351 Liberty Street (3-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a budget workshop. The meeting includes discussion regarding the draft FY 2022-2023 MEDC Budget.

• Discussion on the draft FY 2022-2023 MEDC Budget

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a rezoning request for 504 Caroline Street and various ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes economic development expenditures for McCown Street improvements and real property at 21050 Eva Street.

• Rezoning of 504 Caroline Street from R1 Single-Family Residential to B Commercial
• Sale of unused police generator to Panorama Village for $1,500.00
• Sale of unused equipment to Tioga PD for $1.00
• Economic Development Corporation expenditure of $286,457.50 for McCown Street Improvements Project
• Economic Development Corporation purchase of real property at 21050 Eva Street for $600,000.00

The council appointed Chad Peace as presiding municipal judge at $12,000/year (2-1), approved the $600,000 purchase of 21050 Eva Street, and awarded a $286,457.50 engineering contract for McCown Street improvements. It also approved several ordinances, including rezoning 504 Caroline Street to commercial and a drainage study. Two items were tabled: a traffic ordinance amendment and a bank signatory resolution.

• Appointed Chad Peace as municipal judge at $12,000/year (2-1)
• Approved purchase of 21050 Eva Street for $600,000 (3-0)
• Approved MEDC expenditure of $286,457.50 for McCown Street improvements (3-0)
• Approved rezoning at 504 Caroline Street to B-Commercial (3-0)
• Awarded Downtown Drainage Study to WGA (3-0)
• Approved sale of generator to Panorama Village for $1,500 (3-0)
• Approved sale of unused equipment to Tioga PD for $1.00 (3-0)
• Tabled traffic ordinance amendment until July 12 (3-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The MEDC Board of Directors will meet to discuss several economic development items, including a potential real property purchase and budget updates. The agenda includes discussions on event sponsorships and engineering service agreements.

• Purchase of real property at 21050 Eva Street for $600,000
• Sponsorship of up to $3,000 for the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce's Freedom Fest Parade
• Amendment to the MEDC Budget FY 2021-2022
• Professional Services Agreement with Gunda Corporation, LLC for McCown Street Improvements
• Publishing an RFP for Wayfinding

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved the purchase of the property at 21050 Eva Street for $600,000, pending due diligence and City Council approval. The board also approved a budget amendment to broaden a development line item, sponsored the Freedom Fest Parade with up to $3,000, and moved forward on engineering services for McCown Street improvements. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the engineering agreement.

• Approved purchase of 21050 Eva Street for $600,000, pending due diligence and City Council approval (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment renaming 'downtown development improvements' to 'downtown and corridor development improvements' (6-0)
• Approved up to $3,000 sponsorship for Freedom Fest Parade security and public works costs (6-0)
• Approved moving forward on Professional Services Agreement with Gunda Corporation for McCown Street improvements, with $150,000-$160,000 front-loaded from FY2022 budget (5-0, Londeen abstained)
• Approved $1,350 for advertisement on Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce map (6-0)
• Approved publishing RFP for Wayfinding signage (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 11, May 16, and June 9 meetings (6-0)
• Approved financial report through May 2022 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several development projects, including multi-family housing and an 80-acre single-family residential site. The agenda also includes discussions on water well electrical protection, a downtown waterline project, and city administrator recruitment.

• Escrow Agreement for a multi-family residential project (Dev. No. 2206)
• $14,200.00 emergency expenditure for Water Well 3 surge/lightning protection
• 80-acre single-family residential development coordination with Pulte Homes of Texas (Dev. No. 2203)
• Ordinance granting Entergy Texas, Inc. electrical lighting and power franchise rights
• Public Hearing request for a HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street

The Montgomery City Council approved several items including demolition of a portion of a structure at 504 Caroline Street, acceptance of the Downtown Waterline Replacement Project, authorization to proceed with a Special Purpose District for an 80-acre residential development, a COLA for exempt employees, and a proposal from SGR for city administrator recruitment. The council tabled the Entergy Texas franchise agreement until June 28, 2022, and called a public hearing for July 12, 2022, on a request to place a HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 05-31-2022 (4-0)
• Approved demolition of a portion of structure at 504 Caroline Street (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Acceptance for Downtown Waterline Replacement Project (4-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed with Special Purpose District for 80-acre SFR development No. 2203 (4-0)
• Tabled Entergy Texas franchise agreement until June 28, 2022 (4-0)
• Called public hearing for July 12, 2022 on HUD-code manufactured home at 15329 Liberty Street (4-0)
• Approved language change on MEDC budget (4-0)
• Approved COLA for exempt employees backdated to April 17, 2022 (4-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will conduct a budget workshop. The meeting focuses on discussion regarding the proposed draft budget for fiscal year 2022-2023.

• Discussion on Proposed Draft Budget for MEDC for FY 2022-2023

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation held a budget workshop for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, agreeing on a 4% sales tax growth assumption and adding $1,500 in interest income and $10,000 in events revenue. The board discussed increasing Downtown & Corridor Development Improvements, adding new line items for facade enhancements and an investment incentives growth fund, and suggested a $25,000 reduction in Category V expenses pending clarification. No final decisions were made; the draft requires further work.

• Agreed to use 4% sales tax growth as starting point for 2022-23 budget
• Agreed to include $1,500 interest income and $10,000 events revenue in budget
• Discussed increasing Downtown & Corridor Development Improvements expenses
• Discussed adding line item for Downtown & Corridor Facade and Environs Enhancements
• Established Investment Incentives Growth Fund line item for business attraction savings
• Suggested $25,000 reduction in Category V expenses, pending clarification

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review proposed exterior changes for two properties within the Historic Preservation District. Items include a second-story addition at 14340 Liberty Street and a rezoning request with structural deconstruction at 504 Caroline Street.

• Exterior modifications to Cozy Grape at 14340 Liberty Street
• Exterior modifications to 504 Caroline Street
• Rezoning request from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial for 504 Caroline Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the concept for exterior modifications to the Cozy Grape restaurant at 14340 Liberty Street, contingent on final architectural drawings and colors being reviewed by staff. They also unanimously recommended City Council approve a partial demolition request for 504 Caroline Street and a rezoning of that property from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial, with a note about an adjacent residential property.

• Approved Cozy Grape exterior modification concept, contingent on final drawings and colors (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve partial demolition at 504 Caroline Street (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning 504 Caroline Street from R1 to B-Commercial (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the appointment of an Interim City Administrator. The body will also consider a resolution to enact a temporary moratorium on permits granted under Chapter 64 of the Montgomery Code of Ordinances.

• Discussion of an Interim City Administrator
• Proposed temporary moratorium on permits under Chapter 64 of the Montgomery Code of Ordinances

The council voted 4-0 to reject a proposed temporary moratorium on permits under Chapter 64, allowing a pending food truck application to proceed. The vote followed public testimony supporting teen applicant Jacob Irving. Council also approved real property negotiations for the MEDC and appointed Dave McCorquodale as Interim City Administrator.

• Rejected moratorium on Chapter 64 permits (4-0)
• Approved real property negotiations for MEDC and signing of documents (4-0)
• Appointed Dave McCorquodale as Interim City Administrator (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will swear in newly elected officials and elect a Mayor Pro-Tem. The body is deciding on a large land annexation, infrastructure repairs, and several development agreements.

• Proposed voluntary annexation of approximately 378.2 acres for Redbird Meadow Development LLC
• Authorization of $37,872.00 for replacing lift pumps at Lift Station 3
• Public hearing for rezoning 504 Caroline Street from Single-Family Residential to Commercial
• Escrow Agreements with Alconcorp, Inc. and Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers
• Feasibility studies for Pulte Homes of Texas, LP and Nantucket Housing

The City Council approved the voluntary annexation of approximately 378.2 acres for the Redbird Meadow development, passed unanimously (4-0). They also authorized $37,872 for replacing lift pumps at Lift Station 3, accepted feasibility studies for two proposed developments, and scheduled a public hearing for a rezoning request. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved annexation of 378.2 acres for Redbird Meadow (4-0)
• Authorized $37,872 for lift pump replacement at Lift Station 3 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 28, 2022, on rezoning 504 Caroline St. (4-0)
• Accepted feasibility study for Pulte Homes single-family development (4-0)
• Accepted feasibility study for Nantucket Housing senior/multifamily development (4-0)
• Elected T.J. Wilkerson as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including escrow and development agreements (4-0)
• Accepted departmental reports (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a preliminary report to rezone 504 Caroline Street from single-family residential to commercial. The body will also consider several exterior property projects and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Rezoning request for 504 Caroline Street from R1-Single-Family Residential to B-Commercial
• Paving and exterior lighting project at 14343 Liberty Street
• Shed repainting request for 709 College Street
• Restroom project for Montgomery Memorial Cemetery near FM 149 & FM 1097
• Possible scheduling of two public hearings for 504 Caroline Street

The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a paving and exterior lighting project at 14343 Liberty Street, contingent on an electrical permit; a shed repainting at 709 College Street; a restroom project at the Montgomery Memorial Cemetery; and a Preliminary Report for rezoning 504 Caroline Street from R-1 Single-family Residential to B-Commercial. The Commission also called two public hearings on the rezoning request for June 7, 2022. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved paving and exterior lighting project at 14343 Liberty Street, contingent on electrical permit (4-0)
• Approved shed repainting at 709 College Street (4-0)
• Approved restroom project at Montgomery Memorial Cemetery (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Report for rezoning 504 Caroline Street from R-1 to B-Commercial (4-0)
• Called two public hearings on the rezoning request for June 7, 2022 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider an ordinance canvassing the returns for the city's general election. This includes the election of the City Mayor and two City Council members for Places 2 and 4.

• Ordinance canvassing results for City Mayor
• Ordinance canvassing results for City Council Place 2
• Ordinance canvassing results for City Council Place 4

The Montgomery City Council canvassed the official results of the May 7, 2022 general election and declared Byron Sanford as Mayor, Casey L. Olson as City Council Place 2, and Cheryl Fox as City Council Place 4. The motion to accept the canvass passed 2-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved canvass of May 7 election results, declaring Byron Sanford Mayor, Casey L. Olson Place 2, Cheryl Fox Place 4 (2-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation is discussing funding for highway median construction with TXDOT and the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ). The board is also reviewing engineering services for McCown Street and wayfinding signage.

• Proposed expenditure of up to $20,000 for professional services to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ)
• Consideration of cost-sharing with the City and TXDOT for highway median construction
• Recommendation for RFQ 2022-1 Engineering Services for McCown Street Improvements
• Proposed expenditure not to exceed $1,000 for an updated demographic profile
• Authorization of a Request for Qualifications for wayfinding signage

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation tabled a decision on participating in TxDOT highway median construction costs until a cost estimate is available, and approved negotiating an agreement with Gunda Corporation for McCown Street improvements. The board also authorized issuing a Request for Qualifications for wayfinding signage, approved up to $20,000 for TIRZ professional services, and tabled a proposal for private parking signs.

• Tabled TxDOT median construction cost participation until cost estimate known (6-0)
• Approved negotiating agreement with Gunda Corporation for McCown Street improvements (5-0, Londeen abstained)
• Authorized RFQ for wayfinding signage (6-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for TIRZ professional services (6-0)
• Approved starting discussion on road development agreement with local developer (6-0)
• Authorized City Administrator to approve demographic profile proposal up to $1,000 (6-0)
• Tabled financial participation in three private parking signs (6-0)
• Approved March 2022 financial report (6-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a special meeting to consider real property matters, potentially in executive session. The agenda includes public comment, an executive session under Texas law, and possible action on real property. No specific property details are listed in the agenda.

• Executive session under Section 551.072 (real property deliberation)
• Possible action on real property matters
• Meeting at City Hall, 101 Old Plantersville Road, Montgomery, Texas

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation board voted unanimously (4-0) to finalize real property negotiations and authorize the City Administrator to sign related documents. The decision followed a closed executive session held under Texas law for deliberation regarding real property. No public comment was received, and no other substantive actions were taken.

• Finalized real property negotiations and authorized City Administrator to sign related documents (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a development agreement with Redbird Meadow Development, LLC and related water and sewer design work. Additionally, the council may authorize an interlocal agreement for bridge repairs and discuss the creation of a new Municipal Utility District.

• Development Agreement with Redbird Meadow Development, LLC
• Ordinance for the creation of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 215
• Design of Old Plantersville Road 12" waterline loop and sanitary sewer force main
• Interlocal agreement for emergency bridge repairs on Lone Star Parkway east of Plez Morgan Dr.
• Special Council Meeting on May 17, 2022, to canvass election results

The council approved a development agreement with Redbird Meadow Development, LLC, and related ordinances for a municipal utility district and water/sewer line design, all with 4-1 votes (Councilmember Davis dissenting). It also approved an interlocal agreement with Montgomery County for bridge repairs, with amendments capping the city's share at $100,000 and correcting the county name. A special meeting was scheduled for May 17 to canvass election results.

• Approved Redbird Meadow Development agreement (4-1)
• Approved ordinance consenting to creation of Montgomery County MUD No. 215 (4-1)
• Approved design of Old Plantersville Road 12" waterline and sanitary sewer force main (4-1)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Montgomery County for Lone Star Parkway bridge repairs, with amendments (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting May 17, 2022 to canvass election results (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including proclamation for National Public Works Week (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021. Members will also discuss staff cost of living adjustments and infrastructure acceptance for Town Creek Crossing Section One.

• Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2021
• Acceptance of public infrastructure for Town Creek Crossing Section One
• Budget amendment No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Variance request for storm water conveyance at Hills of Town Creek Section Five
• Applicants for Place 3 on the Planning & Zoning Commission

The City Council approved a $324,123 budget amendment for fiscal year 2020-2021 and accepted the annual financial audit with an unmodified opinion. It also approved a 5.5% cost-of-living adjustment for nonexempt staff, retroactive to April 17, 2022, with a plan for exempt staff due in 30 days. A variance request for polypropylene drainage pipe was denied, and the council moved forward with a public improvement district for Porter Farms.

• Approved $324,123 budget amendment (5-0)
• Accepted annual financial audit (5-0)
• Approved Daniel Gazda to Planning & Zoning Commission Place 3 (3-2, Davis abstained)
• Approved moving forward with Porter Farms PID (5-0)
• Accepted public infrastructure for Town Creek Crossing Section One (5-0)
• Denied variance request for polypropylene pipe (5-0)
• Approved 5.5% COLA for nonexempt staff, retroactive to April 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved supplemental agreement from executive session (5-0)

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved sponsoring a Texas Historical Commission application for historic signage at the Chilton-Dean House on College Street, with Ryan Londeen abstaining. The board also approved the March meeting minutes and the financial report through March 2022. No action was taken following an executive session on real property matters.

• Approved sponsorship of Texas Historical Commission historic signage application for Chilton-Dean House (5-0, Londeen abstaining)
• Approved March 21, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved financial report through March 2022 (6-0)
• No action taken on real property matters from executive session

City Council

The City Council will discuss several escrow agreements for new developments and a special use permit for a firewood business. The body is also reviewing city investment policies and contracts for grounds maintenance.

• Special Use Permit for Tony Jackson for a firewood business adjacent to 22868 FM 1097 East
• Escrow Agreements for Nantucket Housing, LLC (multi-family), LK POP Holdings, LLC (Popeye’s), and Cheatham Management, LLC (Town Creek Storage II)
• Escrow Agreement for Pulte Homes of Texas, LP for a single-family residential development
• Proposed weekly Farmer’s Market at 777 Clepper Street
• Resolution for Police Department grant funding to replace two vehicles

The Montgomery City Council approved the issuance of $1.6 million in tax notes (Series 2022) with a 2.530235% interest rate from Samco, passing 4-1. They also approved a Special Use Permit for Tony Jackson's firewood business (5-0) after removing the all-weather surface requirement, and approved a police grant resolution for two patrol cars (3-2). Several items were tabled or denied, including a Planning & Zoning Commission appointment and a proposal to designate the Code Enforcement Officer as permit recipient.

• Approved $1.6M tax notes issuance (4-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit for firewood business, removing all-weather surface requirement (5-0)
• Approved police grant resolution for two patrol cars (3-2)
• Approved Cody's Lawn Service contract renewal with 7% increase (5-0)
• Approved feasibility study for 90-acre ETJ (5-0)
• Tabled Planning & Zoning Commission Place 3 appointment (5-0)
• Denied budget amendment (4-1)
• Approved Visitor/Citizens Forum language revisions (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a proposal for a new residential subdivision and receive a development update. The body will also review meeting minutes from February and March 2022.

• Porter Farms Preliminary Plat: proposed 27.315-acre, 90-lot single family residential subdivision north of FM 1097 East and east of FM 149
• Redbird Meadows Development update
• Approval of February 1, 2022 and March 1, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Porter Farms, a 27.315-acre, 90-lot single-family residential subdivision north of FM 1097 East and east of FM 149. The plat conformed to city requirements after variances for lot width/area, right-of-way width, and side building lines were previously granted. The commission also approved the February and March 2022 meeting minutes. No other formal action was taken.

• Approved February 1, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Porter Farms Preliminary Plat (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review a draft of the 15 Year Infrastructure Plan. The City Engineer will present the plan for discussion and public comment.

• Presentation and discussion of the DRAFT 15 year Infrastructure Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider the annual review of grounds maintenance contracts with Cody’s Lawn Service, LLC and a resolution for the Police Department to seek grant funding for two vehicles. The body will also discuss designating Corinne Tilley as the primary contact for permit applications.

• Annual review of Cody’s Lawn Service, LLC contracts for grounds maintenance and ROW mowing
• Police Department grant application for two replacement vehicles
• Designation of Corinne Tilley as primary point of contact for permit applications
• Review and adoption of the City of Montgomery Investment Policy
• Executive session regarding real property matters

The March 22, 2022 regular meeting of the Montgomery County City Council was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or business conducted.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Montgomery City Council scheduled for March 22, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

The March 22, 2022 regular meeting of the Montgomery County City Council was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or items discussed. The minutes were submitted by City Secretary Nici Browe on March 25, 2022.

City Council

The City Council awarded contracts for sewer and water plant improvements and granted a specific ordinance exception for alcohol sales at a local business. The body also scheduled a public hearing for a firewood sales permit and accepted a commission resignation.

• Approved an ordinance exception for on-premises alcohol sales at The Montgomery Grove (22016 Eva Street)
• Awarded sanitary sewer and drainage improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to PM Construction & Rehab, LLC
• Awarded Water Plant No. 3 Generator Addition contract to McDonald Municipal & Industrial
• Scheduled a April 12, 2022 public hearing for a firewood sales Special Use Permit at 22868 FM 1097 East
• Accepted the resignation of Allyson Clark from the Planning and Zoning Commission

The Montgomery City Council approved an exception to the city's alcohol ordinance, allowing The Montgomery Grove at 22016 Eva Street to operate and sell alcohol on-site from a mobile unit while the permanent building is rehabilitated. The council also awarded contracts for sanitary sewer and drainage improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and a generator for Water Plant No. 3, both funded by GLO CDBG-DR grants. A public hearing was set for April 12, 2022, regarding a special use permit for firewood sales at 22868 FM 1097 East.

• Approved alcohol permit exception for The Montgomery Grove with step #3 requirements (5-0)
• Awarded sanitary sewer & drainage improvement contract to PM Construction & Rehab, LLC (5-0)
• Awarded Water Plant No. 3 generator bid to McDonald Municipal & Industrial (5-0)
• Set public hearing for April 12, 2022, on firewood sales special use permit (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Allyson Clark from Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Directed administration and legal counsel to execute real property purchase agreements (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a Special Use Permit for a firewood business and a proposed balcony roof for a building in the Historic Preservation District. The body will provide recommendations to the City Council regarding the permit application.

• Proposed balcony roof for the Kemifer Building at 401 College Street
• Special Use Permit application for Tony Jackson for firewood sales at 22868 FM 1097 East

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved exterior modifications to the Kemifer Building at 401 College Street, contingent on a building permit and staff verification. It also recommended City Council approval of a Special Use Permit for Tony Jackson's firewood sales at 22868 FM 1097 East, with conditions. Both motions passed unanimously (4-0).

• Approved exterior modifications for balcony roof at 401 College Street, contingent on building permit (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for firewood sales at 22868 FM 1097 East, with conditions (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the final acceptance and completion of a one-year warranty period for public infrastructure in Hills of Town Creek Section Three. The meeting also includes departmental reports and a closed executive session regarding real property.

• Final acceptance of one-year warranty for public infrastructure in Hills of Town Creek Section Three (Dev-No. 1019)
• Executive session regarding real property matters

The City Council voted unanimously to accept the public infrastructure in Hills of Town Creek Section Three, completing the one-year warranty period after the developer corrected street ponding issues. The council also voted unanimously to direct legal counsel and administration to approve a real estate contract discussed in executive session. Departmental reports were accepted as presented, and the consent agenda was approved.

• Approved the Consent Agenda as presented (3-0).
• Approved final acceptance of public infrastructure in Hills of Town Creek Section Three, including transfer of the contractor's two-year warranty to the City (3-0).
• Approved directing legal counsel and administration to approve a real estate contract discussed in executive session (3-0).
• Accepted all departmental reports as presented (3-0).

Montgomery Economic Development Corporation

The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation is reviewing grant applications and personnel changes. The board will also discuss the Downtown Master Plan timeline and real property matters in executive session.

• Grant application from Reflective Life Ministries for $5,000
• Grant application from Troy Tep LLC for $10,000 for sign construction
• Approval of Special Projects Manager position with salary range $55,000 to $65,000
• Photo shoot contract with Sterling Regard Photography for $750
• Extension of contracted Events Coordinator position

The board approved a $5,000 economic development grant for Reflective Life Ministries' April event, and denied a grant application from Troy Tep LLC for a sign. It also approved the minutes, financial report, a banking resolution, a Special Projects Manager job description, photo shoot expenses, and extended the Events Coordinator contract. Two items related to real property were tabled.

• Approved minutes of January 17, 2022, regular and special meetings (6-0).
• Approved financial report for January 2022 (6-0).
• Approved $5,000 grant to Reflective Life Ministries for April event (6-0).
• Denied grant application from Troy Tep LLC (5-1).
• Authorized signing and execution of banking resolution (6-0).
• Approved Special Projects Manager job description (6-0).
• Authorized photo shoot expenses with Sterling Regard Photography (6-0).
• Extended terms and duties of contracted Events Coordinator position (6-0).

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct interviews for the position of City Secretary during a closed executive session. The body may take action on matters deliberated during that session.

• Interviews for City Secretary position

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning amendments for two properties and a partnership with other cities regarding Entergy Texas at the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The body is also considering a sewer cleaning project award and a staffing change for the Economic Development Corporation.

• Zoning change for 14855 North Liberty Street from R-1 Single-Family Residential to B Commercial
• Zoning change for 16.41 acres north of Emma's Way and Scenic Hills Court from B Commercial to R-1 Single-Family Residential
• Ordinance to participate with other Entergy service area cities at the Public Utility Commission of Texas
• Award of the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning and Televising Project
• Proposal to convert the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation Event Coordinator to a full-time staff position

The City Council unanimously approved a $62,000 sanitary sewer cleaning and televising contract with Pinnacle Pumping, two rezoning ordinances (one commercial, one residential), and a contract amendment for lift station maintenance. Council also approved converting the MEDC's contracted event coordinator to a full-time Marketing and Event Coordinator position that includes social media duties, and authorized the City Attorney to reject a real estate offer and make a counteroffer after executive session.

• Approved H20 Innovations contract amendment for lift station maintenance (4-0)
• Approved rezoning at 14855 North Liberty Street from R-1 to B Commercial (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 16.41 acres at Emma's Way/Scenic Hills Court from B to R-1 (4-0)
• Awarded $62,000 sanitary sewer cleaning contract to Pinnacle Pumping (4-0)
• Approved full-time MEDC Marketing and Event Coordinator position, including social media (4-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to reject real estate offer and make counteroffer (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is discussing the May 7, 2022, general election for Mayor and two council seats. The body is also considering police department upgrades and several zoning and special use permit requests.

• Purchase of License Plate Reader cameras for $27,000.00
• Election Services Agreement with Montgomery County Elections for $14,500
• Rezoning request from B-Commercial to R1-Single Family Residential for Hills of Town Creek Section Five
• Rezoning request from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial for 14855 N. Liberty Street
• Special Use Permit for a microblading studio at 20165 Eva Street, Suite C

The City Council approved the purchase and use of 10 license plate reader cameras for $27,500, with a $5,000 annual fee, by a 3-1 vote. The council also accepted Planning & Zoning Commission recommendations on two rezoning requests and a special use permit, and approved several other items including a deputy city secretary appointment and an election ordinance. A decision on accepting public infrastructure in Hills of Town Creek Section Three was tabled until repairs are completed.

• Approved $27,500 for 10 license plate reader cameras (3-1)
• Accepted Planning & Zoning recommendations on rezoning and special use permit (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including election agreements (4-0)
• Named Diana Cooley as Deputy City Secretary (4-0)
• Adopted Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) program (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance for May 7, 2022 election (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for microblading studio at 20165 Eva Street (4-0)
• Tabled acceptance of Hills of Town Creek Section Three infrastructure (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission is conducting public hearings and preparing recommendations for two rezoning requests. The body is also reviewing a Special Use Permit application for a microblading business.

• Rezoning Hills of Town Creek Section Five from B-Commercial to R1-Single Family Residential
• Rezoning 14855 N. Liberty Street from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial
• Special Use Permit application for Symmetry Brows at 20165 Eva Street, Suite C
• Approval of December 7, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two rezoning requests: Hills of Town Creek Section Five from B-Commercial to R1-Single Family Residential, and 14855 N. Liberty Street from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial. The Commission also unanimously recommended approval of a Special Use Permit for Symmetry Brows, a microblading business at 20165 Eva Street, Suite C. All recommendations will go to City Council for final action.

• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of Hills of Town Creek Section Five from B-Commercial to R1-Single Family Residential (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of 14855 N. Liberty Street from R1-Single Family Residential to B-Commercial (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for Symmetry Brows microblading business at 20165 Eva Street, Suite C (5-0)