Alvin meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Alvin council weighs budget, tax rate increase; no decisions yet

The Alvin City Council spent the past two weeks discussing the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget and a property tax rate increase, but no final decisions were made. All recent meetings were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. The proposed tax rate of $0.700635 per $100 valuation would raise the average homestead tax bill by $86.60 compared to the no-new-revenue rate.

Budget and tax rate

The council held two budget workshops (Aug. 11 and Aug. 20) and a public hearing (Aug. 20) on the proposed budget. The proposed tax rate is $0.700635 per $100 valuation, up from the current $0.685000. The average homestead value increased from $206,031 to $215,567. Under the proposed rate, the average homestead tax bill would be $1,510.34, an increase of $86.60 over the no-new-revenue rate of $0.660463. The voter approval rate is $0.818411. No vote was taken; the council is expected to set a date for budget adoption at a later meeting.

At the Aug. 20 public hearing, the council also considered Ordinance 26-Q, which would revise water and wastewater fees, including a 13% rate increase and a 10% late penalty. Also on the agenda were Ordinance 26-P, which would allow citizens to speak on agenda items during regular meetings, and Ordinance 26-O, which would amend the health and sanitation code regarding junk, trash, and mowing requirements. A resolution nominating Schlumberger Technology Corporation at 14910 Airline Road South for an Enterprise Project was also listed.

Other developments

At the Aug. 11 workshop, the council heard a presentation from the Alvin Police Officers Association and discussed the proposed Cardon Development, a 1,552-acre project west of SH 288 between FM1462 and CR51. No action was taken.

Police collective bargaining

The city's collective bargaining team met with the Alvin Police Officers' Association on Aug. 13 and Aug. 20. Both agendas were limited to the bargaining session. A third session is scheduled for Aug. 27.

Planning and other boards

The Planning Commission met Aug. 18 to consider a final plat for Emmert Storage, a 15.006-acre development in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The agenda also included approval of July 28 minutes and board reorganization.

The Senior Citizens Board met Aug. 10 to discuss updated rules and regulations for the senior center, along with reports on programs, events, and building and vehicle updates.

The Animal Advisory Committee met Aug. 11 and received reports from Shelter Manager Richard “Keith” Villaloboz and Animal Control Officer Brittney Moore.

Coming up

The next collective bargaining session with the police officers' association is scheduled for Aug. 27 at the Alvin Annex Building, 302 West House Street.

Alvin council weighs budget, tax rate as workshops continue

Alvin city officials spent the past week reviewing the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget and a property tax rate that would raise the average homestead bill by $86.60. No final decisions have been published from the meetings held Aug. 4-13; all agendas were posted without minutes. The council is scheduled to hold a public hearing on the budget and tax rate Aug. 20.

Budget and tax rate

The City Council held two workshops on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget, on Aug. 6 and Aug. 11. The proposed tax rate is $0.700635 per $100 of assessed valuation, up from the current $0.685000. The average homestead value increased from $206,031 to $215,567, and the estimated average homestead tax bill would be $1,510.34 under the proposed rate — $86.60 more than the no-new-revenue rate of $0.660463. The voter approval rate is $0.818411.

The Aug. 20 public hearing will also consider Ordinance 26-Q, which would revise water and wastewater fees, including a 13% rate increase and a 10% late penalty. Other ordinances on the agenda include 26-P (allowing citizens to speak on agenda items during regular meetings), 26-O (amending health and sanitation code on junk, trash, and mowing), and 26-N (establishing Planning Commission procedures for setback variances).

Development and land use

At the Aug. 11 budget workshop, the council heard a presentation from the Alvin Police Officers Association and discussed the proposed Cardon Development, a 1,552-acre project west of SH 288 between FM1462 and CR51. No action was listed.

The Parks & Recreation Board, meeting Aug. 4, considered a Girl Scout project at the Girl Scout House lot, a volunteer project to construct wooden ditch crossings, and recommended changes to Ordinance 26-H amending Ordinance 23-O for Preservation Creek Planned Unit Development to remove parks and fees provisions.

The Planning Commission will consider a final plat for Emmert Storage, a 15.006-acre development in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, at its Aug. 18 meeting.

Other board and committee meetings

The Library Board met Aug. 6 to review reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Library Branch Librarian, and to approve minutes from May 7.

The Senior Citizens Board met Aug. 10 to discuss updated rules and regulations for the senior center, with reports from the board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager.

The Animal Advisory Committee met Aug. 11 to approve minutes from May 12 and receive reports from Shelter Manager Richard “Keith” Villaloboz and Animal Control Officer Brittney Moore.

The city held a collective bargaining session with the Alvin Police Officers’ Association on Aug. 13 at the Alvin Annex Building, 302 West House Street. Another session is scheduled for Aug. 20.

Coming up

• **Planning Commission** — Aug. 18, 2026: Final plat for Emmert Storage (15.006 acres, 1 lot, 1 block, 1 reserve) in the city's ETJ.
• **City Council workshop** — Aug. 20, 2026: Discussion of FY 2026-27 proposed budget and tax rate.
• **City Council public hearing** — Aug. 20, 2026: Public hearing on FY 2026-27 budget, tax rate, water/wastewater fee changes, and related ordinances.
• **Collective bargaining** — Aug. 20, 2026: Session between the city and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association at the Alvin Annex Building.

Alvin boards and council review budget, tax rate, and development proposals

Alvin city boards and the City Council held several meetings over the past two weeks, with the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and tax rate drawing the most attention. All meetings were agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published, so no final decisions were made. The council is scheduled to continue budget discussions at a workshop on August 11.

Budget and tax rate

The City Council met August 6 for a workshop on the proposed FY 2026-2027 annual budget. The agenda included a proposed tax rate of $0.700635 per $100 of assessed valuation, up from the current $0.685000. Under the proposed rate, the estimated average homestead tax bill would be $1,510.34, according to the taxpayer impact statement. The average homestead value is listed at $215,567, up from $206,031.

The council also discussed purchasing a Terex Hi-Ranger LT40 Aerial Lift Truck for $198,000 and a Scale Computing HC1450 Cluster and related services for $134,531.43.

A second budget workshop is set for August 11, where the council will again discuss the proposed budget and tax rate. The agenda also includes a presentation by the Alvin Police Officers Association and discussion of the proposed Cardon Development, a 1,552-acre project west of SH 288 between FM1462 and CR51.

Planning and zoning

The Planning Commission met July 28 to review a final plat for a 58.583-acre tract known as Arcosa Alvin. The commission also considered a variance request for a carport at 1305 Highland Drive to encroach 22.2 feet into the side setback, and a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 21 to establish a formal process for requesting setback variances.

The City Council's August 6 agenda included a related variance request for the same carport, this time to encroach 22 feet, 2 inches into the front setback, as well as Ordinance 26-N to establish Planning Commission procedures for setback variances.

Parks and library

The Parks & Recreation Board met August 4 to consider a Girl Scout project at the Girl Scout House lot, discuss changes to Ord. 26-H amending Ord. 23-O for the Preservation Creek Planned Unit Development to remove parks and fees provisions, and review a volunteer project to construct wooden ditch crossings.

The Library Board held its quarterly meeting August 6, receiving reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Library Branch Librarian, and approving minutes from the May 7 meeting.

Public safety and community boards

The Animal Advisory Committee will meet August 11 to review minutes from May 12 and receive reports from Shelter Manager Richard “Keith” Villaloboz and Animal Control Officer Brittney Moore.

The Senior Citizens Board meets August 10 to discuss updated rules and regulations for the senior center, along with reports on programs, building and vehicle updates, and approval of minutes from July 13.

The City of Alvin's collective bargaining team and the Alvin Police Officers' Association will hold a bargaining session August 13 at 1:00 p.m. at the Alvin Annex Building Conference Room, 302 West House Street. The agenda is limited to that session.

Coming up

• **August 10** – Senior Citizens Board, regular meeting
• **August 11** – City Council budget workshop (includes Cardon Development discussion) and Animal Advisory Committee
• **August 13** – Collective bargaining session between the city and police union

Alvin City Council to weigh $597,285 Morgan Park restroom project and 1,552-acre Cardon Development in busy meeting week

Alvin's advisory boards and City Council held a packed schedule over the past two weeks, with the most consequential items — a $597,285 park restroom contract and a 1,552-acre development discussion — set for the July 16 City Council meetings. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, this roundup reflects what was posted on the agendas; outcomes are not yet confirmed in the official record.

City Council — July 16

The City Council had two meetings scheduled the same day. In a workshop session, council members were set to discuss the proposed Cardon Development, a 1,552-acre project west of SH 288 between FM 1462 and CR 51. The workshop agenda also listed a potential amendment to Chapter 5 (Buildings) of the Code of Ordinances that would remove the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code appendices. Both items were listed for discussion, not final action.

In the regular meeting, the council was scheduled to consider a contract with Horizon International Group to demolish and rebuild the restroom and storage building at Morgan Park, at a cost not to exceed $597,285. Also on the agenda:

• A business incentive grant of $36,042 to BC Auto Repair at 2301 South Gordon Street.
• Release of approximately 103.57 acres of land from the City's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
• Final plat of the Parkside Trails Planned Unit Development, covering 25.681 acres.
• A Pipeline License Agreement with BNSF Railway Company for a sanitary sewer force main.
• Review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

Outcomes for these items will be confirmed when minutes are published.

Economic Development Advisory Committee — July 15

The committee was scheduled to approve minutes from its May 12, 2026 meeting and receive an update on Grazia Craft Kitchen's performance and compliance with its Chapter 380 Economic Development Incentive Agreement. The agenda also called for an executive session under Texas Government Code §551.087 to discuss commercial and financial information from a business prospect, with possible action on economic development negotiations after returning to open session. No prospect was named in the agenda.

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals — July 13

The board was set to consider a request from Wan Bridge Group for a special use permit governing the number and size of temporary subdivision signs and the size of directional and wayfinding signs in the Preservation Creek development. The agenda also included approval of minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting and time for public petitions.

Senior Citizens Board — July 13

This meeting was listed as primarily updates and reports, with no votes on ordinances or contracts scheduled. Items included approval of June 8, 2026 minutes, a board chair report on senior community issues, a recreation superintendent update on programs and events, and a senior center manager update on the building, bus, and operations.

Collective Bargaining — July 9

The City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team and the Alvin Police Officers' Association held a bargaining session. The agenda listed only the session itself, with no specific proposals or action items.

Parks & Recreation Board — July 7

The board was scheduled to review park dedication and tree funds and program and event participation. Discussion items included a hike-and-bike trail, replacement of disc golf course signs, a volunteer project for wooden ditch crossings, and wooden sculptures.

Coming up

• **Collective Bargaining — July 23, 2026, 1:00 p.m.**, Alvin Annex Building conference room, 302 West House Street. The City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team will meet with the Alvin Police Officers' Association. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed.

Residents seeking confirmed outcomes from the July meetings should watch for posted minutes on the City of Alvin website, as the agendas alone do not establish what was decided.