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May 26, 2026 ·6:00 PM Final ·Regular Meeting

Council Chambers 200 West Walker Street

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Agenda — 60 items

  1. 1 The City Council of the City of League City, Texas, met in a regular meeting in the Council Chambers at 200 West Walker Street on the above date at 6:00 p.m.
  2. 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
  3. 2 Mayor: Nick Long City Council Members: Andy Mann Tommy Cones Tom Crews Courtney Chadwell Scott Higginbotham Chad Tressler Sean Saunders City Manager: John Baumgartner Assistant City Manager: Rick Davis Assistant City Manger-CFO: Angie Steelman City Attorney: Michelle Villarreal City Secretary: Diana M. Stapp Chief of Police: Cliff Woitena Executive Director of Capital Projects Ron Bavarian Executive Director of Development Services: Christopher Sims Director of Finance: Kimberly Corell Director of Human Resources/Civil Service: James Brumm Director of Parks & Cultural Services: Chien Wei Director of Public Works: Jody Hooks
  4. 2. INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
  5. 4 The invocation was given by Pastor Rob Bailey of South Lake Church. Mayor Long led in the pledges of allegiance to the flags.
  6. 4 Mayor for the Day Ella Escobedo called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and called the roll. All members of Council were present. Scott Higginbotham attended the meeting remotely.
  7. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  8. 3A. May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting 26-0204
  9. 4. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS, AND COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
  10. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS BEFORE CITY COUNCIL
  11. 9 Mayor Long asked if there were any corrections. He said hearing none, these minutes are approved.
  12. 10 Members of the public are invited to give comments at this time, lasting not longer than 3 minutes. Comments may be general in nature or may address a specific agenda item.
  13. 11 PAGE BREAK
  14. 6. CONSENT AGENDA
  15. 6A. Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a Group Critical Illness Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Municipal League Joint Self-Insurance Fund for access to the Texas House Bill 4144 Critical Illness Insurance Solution, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Interlocal Agreement, Statement of Responsibility, and a Participation Agreement to be provided at a later date (Director of Human Resources) 26-0191 Approved Pass
  16. 6B. Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing an agreement with Pump Solutions, Inc. for the repair and installation of re-lift pump No. 4 located at the Dallas Salmon Wastewater Treatment Plant (DSWWTP) in an amount not to exceed $57,824 (Director of Public Works) 26-0195 Approved Pass
  17. 14 NAME Don Kappel
  18. 6C. Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a construction contract with Reddico Construction Company, Inc. for the Harbour Park 1 Lift Station Expansion to 3 MGD Project (WW2203), in an amount not to exceed $2,701,916.20 and authorizing an additional $270,192.00 for a Work Change Directive budget, for a total construction budget of $2,972,108.20 (Executive Director of Capital Projects) 26-0192 Approved Pass
  19. 6D. Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a construction contract with National Works, Inc. for the Sanitary Sewer Rehab - Manhole Rehabilitation Project (WW1801L) in the amount of $710,081.00 and authorizing an additional $71,008 for a Work Change Directive budget, for a total construction budget of $781,089.00 (Executive Director of Capital Projects) 26-0194 Approved Pass
  20. 16 Approval of the Consent Agenda Approved the Consent Agenda Pass
  21. 6E. Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-10, an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of League City, Chapter 125, Article 3, entitled “Zoning Regulations”, and “Appendix A: Definitions”, to revise regulations related to manufactured homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in response to Senate Bill 785 and Senate Bill 1567 adopted by the 89th Texas Legislature - Second Reading (Director of Planning) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 5-0-0, on April 23, 2026. City Council approved the first reading, 8-0-0, on May 12, 2026. 26-0199 Approved Pass
  22. 18 END OF CONSENT AGENDA
  23. 7. PUBLIC HEARING AND ACTION ITEMS FROM PUBLIC HEARING
  24. 8. OLD BUSINESS
  25. 8A. Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-11, an ordinance approving a Rezoning Application, MAP-25-0005 (2904 Hill Avenue), a request to rezone approximately 0.298 acres from “RSF-5 (Residential Single-Family 5) to “IL” (Limited Industrial), generally located along the west side of Hill Avenue, south of East Strawberry Street and north of Farm to Market Road 646 (FM 646) - Second Reading (Director of Planning) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 4-1-0, on April 23, 2026. City Council approved the first reading, 7-1-0, on May 12, 2026. 26-0198 Approved on Second Reading Pass
  26. 8B. Consider and take action on Ordinance 2026-12 amending Article V, “Vessel Residency and Nuisance Vessel Abatement,” of Chapter 70 of the Code of Ordinances to revise provisions related to live-aboard vessels, abandoned vessels, and derelict vessels - Second Reading (Mayor Long and Councilmember Cones) City Council approved the first reading, 7-1-0, on May 12, 2026. 26-0193 Approved on Second Reading Pass
  27. 8C. Consider and take action on Ordinance 2026-13 establishing Chapter 56, entitled “Healthy Spaces,” of the Code of Ordinances to adopt regulations governing camping on public and private property - Second Reading (Mayor Long) City Council approved the first reading, 7-1-0, on May 12, 2026. 26-0200 Approved on Second Reading Pass
  28. 24 PAGE BREAK
  29. 9. NEW BUSINESS
  30. 9A. Consider and take action on a resolution establishing the City’s default policy of non-approval for housing finance corporation projects within League City (Mayor Long) 26-0161 Approved Pass
  31. 9B. Consider and take action on a resolution expressing support for the Farm-to-Market Road 517 (FM 517) roadway improvement project and requesting the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reassess the project timeline (Mayor Pro Tem Saunders & Councilmember Tressler) 26-0208 Approved Pass
  32. 10. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
  33. 10A. Consider and take action on an ordinance amending Chapter 56, entitled “Healthy Spaces,” of the Code of Ordinances to adopt regulations governing pedestrian safety and abandoned property (Mayor Long) 26-0201 Approved on First Reading Pass
  34. 29 PAGE BREAK
  35. 10B. Consider and take action on ordinance establishing Article VI, entitled "Donation Bins" of Chapter 70 of the Code of Ordinances to adopt regulations governing donation bins, boxes and receptacles (Mayor Pro Tem Saunders and Councilmember Tressler) 26-0202 Approved on First Reading Pass
  36. 10C. Consider and take action on an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of League City, Texas, by repealing and replacing Article VII related to Unsafe Buildings and Public Nuisance Abatement; establishing procedures for the identification, hearing, repair, securing, removal, and demolition of dangerous buildings and structures through the Municipal Court of Record (Councilmember Mann and Councilmember Higginbotham) The Sunset Commission recommended approval, 5-0-0, with one member absent, on April 17, 2026. 26-0206 Approved on First Reading Pass
  37. 11. ITEMS ADDED AFTER ELECTRONIC AGENDA COMPLETED
  38. 12. REPORTS FROM STAFF MEMBERS
  39. 34 Announcements concerning items of community interest. No action will be taken or discussed.
  40. 12A. Presentation and discussion regarding the Pat Hallisey Park Project (City Manager) 26-0203
  41. 36 PAGE BREAK
  42. 13. COUNCIL MEMBERS COMMENTS/REPORTS
  43. 38 Announcements concerning items of community interest. No action will be taken or discussed.
  44. 14. EXECUTIVE(CLOSED) SESSION(S)
  45. 15. ACTION ITEM(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION(S)
  46. 40 PAGE BREAK
  47. 16. REPORT FROM CITY AUDITOR
  48. 17. ADJOURNMENT
  49. 43 _______________________ NICK LONG MAYOR
  50. 44 CERTIFICATE OF NOTICE
  51. 44 Blake Coleman, TBG Partners gave an updated report addressing Council discussion at the April 28 Council workshop: Timeline: 2026 Schedule April 21 Bids Received April 28 City Council Workshop 1 May 26 City Council Workshop 2 May 26 Preliminary Pre-Award June 9 Backup for Pre-award, if needed June 23 Debt Issuance Authorization September 24 Award & Delivery of Debt Funds October 13 City Council Awards Contract Proposed inclusion of alternates presented at the 4/28/2026 Council Work Session: NO (#9) Remove baseball complex & parking *At the 4/28/2026 Worksession, Council requested that TBG study possibility of increasing size of the baseball fields to accommodate high-school-age teams. The current design of the Colt fields meet high school field criteria. The site constraints prevent increasing the overall size of the Pony fields, however potential modifications were presented. YES (#4) Synthetic turf at baseball infield NO (#5) Add batting cage lanes at baseball YES (#7) Concrete bleachers at baseball *At the 4/28/2026 Worksession, Council requested that TBG study possibility of adding another row of concrete bleachers. YES (#6) Concrete bleachers at softball *At the 4/28/2026 Worksession, Council requested that TBG study possibility of adding another row of concrete bleachers.
  52. 45 This is to certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall of the City of League City, Texas, on or before the 19th day of May, 2026 prior to 5:00 p.m. as well as the City's public internet webpage, www.leaguecitytx.gov and was posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code.
  53. 45 YES (#1) Add 8’ wide 2.5K trail YES (#2) Increase trail to 10’ wide YES (#3) Upgraded softball plaza YES (#8) Add Calder Entry Road YES (#10) Additional reforestation YES (#11) Add surplus parking NO (#12) Remove all scoreboards NO (#13) Upgrade south playground Alternate Summary + Base Bid Alternate Construction + Schedule Total Forney (70 days) $5,492,673.92 Spawglass (0 days) $3,621,000.00 Base Bid Construction + Schedule Total Forney (539 days) $45,304,721.82 Spawglass (570 days) $46,145,700.00 Base Bid/Alternate Construction Total Forney (609 days) 50,875,395.74 Spawglass (570 days) $49,765,700.00 Funding Spawglass – Total Funding $49,765,700 *Contingency & Materials Testing cash funded from sale of ROW for Grand Parkway $3.68M Tree Preservation Fund $300,000 4B Debt $49,465,700 *Debt at 25 years estimated 4.5% interest = annual payment of $3,338,232 *Estimated 4B Sales Tax Revenue for FY2027 - $5,420,484 4B CIP Projects Proposed Changes • Lobit Park, Phase 2 - $5.4M Programmed in current CIP to be 4B debt funded in FY2027. ACTION: move to funded with Park Dedication Fees • Lynn Gripon Park Shoreline Protection - $300K Programmed in current CIP in FY2027 from Park Dedication Fees. ACTION: postpone design to FY2028, same funding. • Kilgore-Davis Tract Park Land $2.72M Programmed in current CIP in FY2027 from Park Dedication Fees. ACTION: design & construct phase 1 (trails) in FY2027; postpone construction of phase 2 (overlooks) to FY2028, same funding. • Walker Pool Renovations $4.3M Recently started design from 4B cash. ACTION: pause design & postpone renovations until funds are available from 4B and/or Park Dedication Fees • League City Park Restrooms Renovations $2.46M New project for consideration in FY2027-2031 CIP as requested by Councilmember. Programmed park dedication fees. Design FY2027 with construction following in FY2028. • Sportsplex Lighting $1.9M 4B funding & park dedication fees are programmed on other projects. Funding not available at this time. ACTION: postpone until funding allows/add to future projects list Going Forward: June 9 - Deadline for add alternate(s) & funding strategy approved by Council June 23 - Council to approve Resolution authorizing notice of intent to issue September 24 – Closing & Delivery of funds October 13 – City Council awards contract
  54. 46 The City Council of the City of League City, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any of the items listed above should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code: 551.071 Consultations with Attorney, 551.072 Deliberations about Real Property, 551.073 Deliberations about Gifts and Donations, 551.074 Personnel Matters, 551.076 Deliberations about Security Devices, and 551.087 Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations.
  55. 47 ________________________ DIANA M. STAPP CITY SECRETARY (SEAL) MINUTES APPROVED: June 9, 2026
  56. 48 _________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for special accommodations or interpretive services must be made at least 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 281-554-1030 or by FAX 281-554-1020. _________________________________________________________________________
  57. 48 Mayor Pro Tem Sean Saunders – No Comments Tom Crews – No Comments Courtney Chadwell – No Comments Scott Higginbotham – No Comments
  58. 49 Any invocation that may be offered during the ceremonial portion of the City Council meeting shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen, to and for the benefit of the Council. The views or beliefs expressed by the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council and do not necessarily represent the religious beliefs or views of the Council in part or as a whole. No member of the community is required to attend or participate in the invocation and such decision will have no impact on their right to actively participate in the business of the Council.
  59. 49 Chad Tressler – No Comments Andy Mann – No Comments Tommy Cones – No Comments Mayor Long – No Comments
  60. 54 At 6:44 p.m. Mayor Long said, there being no further business this meeting is adjourned.