City Council

Council Chambers 200 West Walker Street

Agenda — 17 items

1. 1 The City Council of the City of League City, Texas, met in a work session in Council Chambers at 200 West Walker Street on the above date at 5:00 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 Vacant Chad Tressler Sean Saunders City Manager: John Baumgartner Assistant City Manager: Rick Davis Assistant City Manger-CFO: Angie Steelman Interim 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. PUBLIC COMMENTS
5. 3. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE WESTERN LEAGUE CITY REGIONAL MASTER PLAN
6. 4. ADJOURNMENT
7. 6 _______________________ NICK LONG MAYOR
8. 7 CERTIFICATE OF NOTICE
9. 7 Christopher Sims, Executive Director of Development Services, gave opening remarks. Background Fast growth on City’s westside drives need for Regional Master Plan Master Plan Goals – Productive Land Usage, Infrastructure, Economic Development, Placemaking LJA hired in March 2024 to help Staff develop plan Katy Harris, Associate Principal, Planning at LJA Purpose of the Master Plan Guiding Long-term growth and development Addressing key challenges and opportunities - Economic health, Infrastructure, Flooding and Stormwater Management Master Plan Goals Parks and Open Space – Enhance quality of life, provide recreational opportunities, and promote environmental sustainability Productive Land Usage – Maximize the potential highest and best use of vacant land along the Grand Parkway Corridor Placemaking – Create vibrant spaces where residents and visitors can live, work and play Economic Development – Foster job-generating growth, enhance citizen access to goods, services and entertainment, and attract high-quality investments Infrastructure Planning – Integrate roads, parks, utilities and trails into future development seamlessly Creating a balanced, resilient community – manage growth, enhance quality of life, integrate parks, trails, and natural areas Shared vision for the future Context and Importance of the Master Plan Balance growth with sustainability, coordinated detention and drainage planning, tax base, fiscal and physical health of the city
10. 8 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 4th day of April, 2025 prior to 12:30 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.
11. 8 Project Overview – key stakeholders and contributors Public engagement – survey #1, public open house, survey #2 Key Study Insights Hydraulics/Hydrology, Infrastructure and Mobility, environmental and cultural considerations, growth potential (baseline vs aspirational) Competitive Market Area (10 zip code area) Demographics and Housing Estimated 2024 population: 365,605 Median age: 37.78 Median household income: $85,004 Total households: 136,268 Average household size: 2.62 Households without children: 68.5 percent Approximate area workforce: 124,500 Workforce living outside of the CMA: 64 percent Total homes: 125,022 Owner-occupied units: 65 percent Share of single-family units: 76 percent Design and Sustainability Landscape and Sustainability, Green Infrastructure, Park Recommendations Future Land Use Plan & Strategy Future Land Use Plans – Overview of FLUP Creation Shopping - 59% of respondents show interest in more shopping opportunities, with a significant emphasis on specific stores and types of development that align with environmental and community values. Entertainment - 72% of respondents indicated interest in more entertainment opportunities, with a significant emphasis on outdoor, family-friendly, and community-oriented options. There is also a strong desire to balance development with environmental preservation and infrastructure improvements. Employment - 69% of respondents indicated interest in more employment opportunities, with significant emphasis on sustainable development that balances economic growth with environmental conservation and infrastructure improvements. Retail/Restaurants - 65% of respondents indicated interest in more retail and restaurant options, with a strong preference for developments that support local businesses, preserve green spaces and enhance the community’s quality of life. Option A – Prioritized detention and commercial development Option B – Integrated and holistic approach to development Future Land Use Plan & Strategy Option A – Prioritized detention and commercial development, only favored by 12.6% of respondents Option B – Integrated and holistic approach to development, over 64% of the public responded favorably to Option B, favored by both TAC and SSC Key Objectives of the Future Land Use Plan Diversifying Land Uses – 64% Residential - 36% Commercial Enhancing Resident Quality of Life Fostering Economic Growth and Tax Base Diversification – Residential-to-commercial tax ratio, Reduce long-term financial burden on League City property owners, Diversification for fiscal health, Economic Development Improving Mobility and Connectivity Maintaining environmental and recreational spaces – preserving green spaces and recreational areas, Developments are complemented by public parks, greenways, and recreational facilities, Contributes to a higher quality of life, Dual purpose detention Districts – The Gateway, The Preserve, The Groves, The Quarry Implementation Strategy – Actional Steps: Zoning and Land Use, Policy Revisions, Infrastructure Improvements, Parks and Open Spaces, Branding. Monitoring and Updates Conclusion and Next Steps – Workshop Goals, Next Meeting Steps – P&Z Commission (April 21, 2025, City Council Action (May 13, 2025)
12. 9 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.
13. 9 PAGE BREAK
14. 10 ________________________ DIANA M. STAPP CITY SECRETARY (SEAL) MINUTES APPROVED: April 22, 2025
15. 11 _________________________________________________________________________ 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. _________________________________________________________________________
16. 11 At 5:38 p.m. Mayor Long said, there being no further business this meeting is adjourned.
17. 12 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.