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2026 01 22 City Council Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN January 22, 2026 The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall at 2401 Market Street, Baytown, Texas, with the following in attendance: Jacob Powell Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado Council Member Sarah Graham Council Member Kenrick Griffith Council Member James Franco Council Member Mike Lester Councilmember Charles Johnson Mayor Jason Reynolds City Manager Scott Lemond City Attorney Miriam Hernandez Acting City Clerk John Stringer Sergeant at Arms Mayor Charles Johnson convened the January 22, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting with a quorum present at 6:40 P.M. All members were present. The Pledge of Allegiance, Texas Pledge, and Invocation were led by Council Member Laura Alvarado. 1. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mayor Charles Johnson announced no citizens signed up to speak. Council Member Mike Lester took a moment to acknowledge the passing of former Mayor Pete Alfaro's wife Lupe Alfaro and condolences to her family. Council Member James Franco expressed his appreciation to the Alfaro family for all they have done for the community. Mayor Charles Johnson took a moment of silence for Former Mayor Pete Alfaro's wife, Lupe Alfaro. 2. MINUTES a. Consider approving the meeting minutes of the Special City Council Meeting held on December 10, 2025 and City Council Work Session held on December 11,2025. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 2 of 12 A motion was made by Council Member Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member Kenrick Griffith to approve the minutes for December 10, 2025 and December 11, 2025, as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: Approved 3. RECOGNITIONS AND CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS a. Recognize City of Baytown Employees for their Years of Service. Director of Human Resources, Joey Lopez presented the item and provided a video presentation for the individual that received the 30 Years of Service award for the month of January. 30 YEAR Johnny Malone, Public Works and Engineering, Maintenance Specialist 4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES a. Consider an ordinance amending chapter 90, "taxation," article ii, "ad valorem taxes," section 90-27, "exemptions," to add a new subsection (f) entitled "child care facilities,"establishing an exemption from ad valorem taxes for qualifying child care facility properties; providing a repealer; containing a savings clause; and providing an effective date. Council Member Laura Alvarado provided an overview regarding amending Chapter 90,taxation. (Exhibit A) Council Members expressed recommendations for further discussion to gather more specific details during the work session. A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Council Member Sarah Graham to suspend this amendment until the last February meeting. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 3 of 12 b. Consider an ordinance awarding a construction contract to Tegrity Contractors,Inc. for the Fire Station 2 Replacement Project. Director of Public Works and Engineering Frank Simoneaux provided a presentation regarding awarding a construction contractor. (Exhibit B) Council Members shared their opinions and recommendations regarding the evaluation of the contact bidding process. City Attorney Scott Lemond, provided legal clarification for the procedures of evaluating the contractors. A motion was made by Council Member Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member Mike Lester to approve Ordinance No. 16,376, as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: Approved ORDINANCE NO. 16,376 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTING THE BID OF TEGRITY CONTRAC- TORS, INC, FOR THE FIRE STATION 2 REPLACEMENT PROJECT; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST TO A CONTRACT WITH TEG- RITY CONTRACTORS, INC, FOR THE FIRE STATION 2 REPLACE- MENT PROJECT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TEN MILLION SIX HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE THOU- SAND THREE HUNDRED THIRTY-ONE AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($10,665,331.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. 5. CONSENT A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell to approve Items 5.a.,through Item 5.j., as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 4 of 12 Nays: Approved a. Consider an ordinance authorizing a cost reimbursement agreement with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for Baytown Police Department. ORDINANCE NO. 16,377 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A MEMORANDUM OF UN- DERSTANDING BETWEEN THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTI- GATION(FBI)AND THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,TO REIMBURSE THE CITY OF BAYTOWN FOR OVERTIME PAYMENTS MADE TO OF- FICERS ASSIGNED TO AND WORKING FULL TIME ON GREATER HOUSTON REGIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS LABORATORY (GHRCFL) RELATED MATTERS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EF- FECTIVE DATE THEREOF. b. Consider authorization of the Memorandum of Understanding for Texas Emergency Management Assistance Teams. ORDINANCE NO. 16,378 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN TEXAS DIVI- SION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (TDEM), TEXAS EMER- GENCY ASSISTANCE TEAMS (TEMAT), AND THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TO DELINEATE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PROCE- DURES FOR TEMAT ACTIVITIES; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EF- FECTIVE DATE THEREOF. c. Consider an ordinance amending the Baytown Fire Control, Prevention, and Emer- gency Medical Services District's Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget to transfer monies from Fund Balance to Motor Vehicles (32007020-56800) for the purchase of seven (7) stretchers. ORDINANCE NO. 16,379 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, APPROVING A CHANGE IN THE BAYTOWN FIRE CONTROL, PREVENTION, AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SER- VICES DISTRICT'S FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 BUDGET FOR MUNIC- IPAL PURPOSES TO REPROGRAM FUNDS FROM FUND BALANCE TO MOTOR VEHICLES (32007020-56800) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED NINETY-THREE THOUSAND FOUR City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 5 of 12 HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX AND 49/100 DOLLARS ($293,426.49) FOR THE PURCHASE OF SEVEN (7) STRETCHERS FROM STRYKER SALES, LLC; MAKING OTHER REPRESENTATIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. d. Consider the ratification of Ordinance No. 15,997 for Americold Realty Estate, LP. ORDINANCE NO. 16,380 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, RATIFYING AN INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT AGREE- MENT WITH AMERICOLD REALTY ESTATE,LP AKA AMERICOLD REAL ESTATE, LP; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. e. Consider an ordinance authorizing a new Industrial District Agreement between the City of Baytown and Valentra Chemicals,LLC. ORDINANCE NO. 16,381 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RENEWAL OR EXTENSION OF THE INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT AGREEMENT WITH VALENTRA CHEMICALS, LLC; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREO. f. Consider an ordinance authorizing a professional services agreement with Safebuilt,LLC to provide third party permit review and inspections as needed. ORDINANCE NO. 16,382 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SAFEBUILT TEXAS, LLC TO PROVIDE THIRD PARTY PERMIT REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES ON AN AS- NEEDED BASIS;AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ONE-HUNDRED, EIGHT THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($108,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. g. Consider an ordinance approving the purchase of construction services for the reno- vation of the Baytown Area Water Authority Administration Building Project from Buy- board Contractor Brown and Root Industrial Services, LLC. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 6 of 12 ORDINANCE NO. 16,383 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN APPROVING THE PAYMENT OF ONE HUNDRED TWENTY- FIVE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY-FIVE AND 00/100 DOL- LARS ($125,855.00) TO BROWN AND ROOT INDUSTRIAL SER- VICES, LLC FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING RENO- VATION PROJECT THROUGH THE TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT PURCHASING COOPERATIVE (BUYBOARD) CONTRACT #728-24; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. h. Consider an ordinance ratifying emergency services to the Central, Northeast, and East District Wastewater Treatment Plants from Magna Flow Environmental,Inc. ORDINANCE NO. 16,384 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN,TEXAS,RATIFYING EMERGENCY AND UNFORESEEN RE- PAIR SERVICES TO THE CENTRAL, NORTHEAST, AND EAST DISTRICT WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO MAGNA FLOW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE-MILLION FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED SEVENTY-NINE DOLLARS AND 84/100 DOLLARS ($1,444,679.84); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. Consider an ordinance authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Lock- wood,Andrews and Newnam,Inc.,for the On-Call Professional Staff Augmentation Services for the Interim Director of Public Works and Engineering position. ORDINANCE NO. 1 6,3 85 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LOCKWOOD ANDREWS AND NEWNAM, INC. FOR ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL STAFF AUGMENTATION SER- VICES -- INTERIM DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AND ENGI- NEERING,CITY OF BAYTOWN,TEXAS;AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($150,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 7 of 12 j. Consider an ordinance authorizing the purchase and installation of micro-surfacing from Intermountain Slurry Seal,Inc., using the TIPS Cooperative Purchasing Program. ORDINANCE NO. 16,386 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF FIVE HUN- DRED FIFTY THOUSAND ONE AND 95/100 DOLLARS ($550,001.95) TO INTERMOUNTAIN SLURRY SEAL, INC., THROUGH THE IN- TERLOCAL PURCHASING SYSTEM ("TIPS"), CONTRACT #250503, FOR THE PURCHASE OF INSTALLATION AND MICRO-SURFAC- ING SERVICES FOR THE 2026 PRESERVATION PROJECT; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. Mayor Charles Johnson announced Items 10. a., b., and c., would be taken out of order to be discussed in an executive session. At 7:14 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson recessed and convened in to an Executive Session pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss personnel matters concerning extension of line of duty illness under 143.073, 551.087,and 551.074, economic development negotiations and personnel matters regarding the Municipal Court Judge. At 8:47 P.M.,Mayor Charles Johnson reconvened the meeting and announced that, in accordance with Section 551.102 of the Texas Government Code, no action was taken in the Executive Session. Council Member James Franco exited during executive session and did not rejoin the meeting. 6. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS a. Consider a resolution of the City Council of the City of Baytown extending the Civil Service Line of Duty Injury Leave of Absence of Firefighter Justin Kennedy for a six-month period at full pay. Director of Human Resources Joey Lopez provided an overview regarding an extension for leave of absence. A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Council Member Laura Alvarado to approve Resolution No. 3064, as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 8of12 Other: Council Member James Franco (Absent) Approved RESOLUTION NO. 3064 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, EXTENDING THE CIVIL SERVICE LINE OF DUTY INJURY LEAVE OF ABSENCE OF BAYTOWN FIREFIGHTER JUS- TIN KENNEDY FOR SIX(6)MONTHS AT FULL PAY; AND PROVID- ING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 7. APPOINTMENTS a. Consider a resolution authorizing the appointment of the Associate Municipal Court Judges for the term of office,which begins immediately, and ends on January 31,2028. A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Councilmember Laura Alvarado to approve Item 7.a., as submitted. City Attorney Scott Lemond informed Council to rescind the previous motion and make another motion with the specific municipal judges. Appointees Position Term Being Appointed Eddie Calderon Associate Municipal Judge 02/13/2025—01/31/2026 Larry Bailey Associate Municipal Judge 02/13/2025 —01/31/2026 Kelly Benavides Associate Municipal Judge 02/13/2025 —01/31/2026 Michael Mark Associate Municipal Judge 02/13/2025 —01/31/2026 A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Council Member Laura Alvarado to approve Resolution No. 3065, specifying the associate municipal judges listed above. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: Other: Councilmember James Franco (Absent) Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 9of12 RESOLUTION NO. 3065 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY- TOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING EDDIE R. CALDERON, JR., LARRY BAILEY, KELLY BENAVIDES AND MICHAEL MARKS ASSOCIATE MUNICIPAL JUDGES OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF RECORD IN THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECT- ING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO CONTRACTS FOR PROFESSIONAL JUDICIAL SERVICES; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. b. Consider the appointment of the Municipal Court Judge of the Municipal Court of Record in the City of Baytown,Texas. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Council Member Kenrick Griffith to suspend Item 7.b., for no later than the second meeting in February. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell, Council Member Laura Alvarado,Council Member Sarah Graham,Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: Other: Council Member James Franco(Absent) Approved 8. MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Jason Reynolds presented the Manager's Report: • Mr. Reynolds began by recognizing the Police Department for several recent accomplish- ments: o Officers successfully located and apprehended a felony suspect connected to a Deer Park Police Department evading case. o Following a FLOCK alert, Sgt. Brown and Detective Vice initiated an in- vestigation that led to the recovery of multiple vehicles and related stolen items. o Officers Vlasek and Vega responded to a runaway juvenile call and quickly identified the victim of a recent sexual assault. Through prompt investigation, evidence collection, and coordination with detectives and the Children's Assessment Center, a suspect was identified, arrested, and confessed. The victim and her family expressed gratitude for the depart- ment's swift response, professionalism, and victim-centered care. o Community Shout-Outs for our Police Department: • Officer Garza was recognized by a stranded motorist after pushing their vehicle to safety and obtaining fuel for them. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 10 of 12 • Officer Thompson was commended by a crime victim for her profes- sionalism and empathy in helping them regain access to their vehicle. • Officer Calhoun was recognized for his compassionate response to a traffic accident involving an elderly motorist. • Officer Farrell and Police Services Representative Kim Gaitan were also commended for providing exceptional customer service at the sta- tion following an accident. o Thank you to all our officers and staff for demonstrating professionalism and compassion. o Mr. Reynolds highlighted the combined efforts of Human Resources and the Police Department during the recent recruitment and Civil Service Testing. There were 138 test takers—some of the highest numbers we've seen since 2013. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a success. • Anthony Collins from Public Works and Engineering earned his"C"TCEQ Groundwater Operator License. Congratulations Anthony—keep up the great work! • Staci Wise from Tourism recently contributed her expertise to the Siemens Energy train- ing conference at the Hyatt. Her professionalism and creative touch, ensured a seamless event and showcased Baytown as a premier host destination. Awesome job, Staci! • The public affairs team, alongside PWE, and contractors,have been building the new Brunson multimedia studio, funded by PEG funds. The studio will support new social media and Channel 16 programming and allow public partners to create Baytown-spe- cific content. The grand opening is expected in February. • We are finalizing the preparation for the winter event this weekend. Facilities and infra- structure have been winterized. Sand is staged for roadways. The EOC strike team is in place and ready. The Warming Center will be located at the Baytown Community Center with a shelter team staffed by the American Red Cross. It will operate from Saturday at noon until closure on Tuesday morning. We've coordinated with all partners and believe we'll be ready. Residents should continue to monitor the City's website and official so- cial media channels for updates and are encouraged to sign up for Baytown Alert, a free notification service that provides weather and emergency information. Sign up at bay- town.org/alert. • A huge thank you and appreciation to two individuals as this is their last Council meet- ing; Director of Public Works and Engineering Frank Simoneaux and Director of Health Department Tony Gray, who are both retiring. 9. COUNCIL MEMBER DISTRICT REPORT a. Receive a report from Council Member Laura Alvarado regarding projects, pro- grams and events in District No. 1. Council Member Laura Alvarado reported the current projects,programs and events of District 1: • District 1 continues to see new business development,with the following loca- tions under inspection: o Bay Area Homeless Services(3404 Wisconsin St) o Baytown Primary Medical Tower(2802 Garth Rd) City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 11 of 12 o Rollingbrook Center Buildings A&B (1901 Rollingbrook Dr) o Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church(501 S Atlantic St) o City of Baytown Traffic Control Building(2123 Market St) • Public Works and Engineering(PWE) o Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition(SCADA) Package 1: SCADA con- trol panels and supporting concrete pads have been installed at the Big Mis- souri, Blaffer, and Little Missouri lift stations, improving wastewater system reliability. o Fire Station 2: Construction of Fire Station 2 is scheduled to begin in February following the award of the construction contract on January 22. o PWE operations is currently completing a street repair on Scenic Drive. • A new seven-foot-tall "BAYTOWN"landmark sign was installed near the Hyatt Hotel and Bayland Park, framing the Hartman Bridge,marina, and waterfront as a popular photo backdrop. Since installation, it has featured seasonal Christmas lighting, gained permanent electricity, and added backlighting for improved nighttime visibility, with plans underway for a volunteer upkeep program and a future concrete standing pad. • Parks and Recreation o The 2026 Daddy& Me Glow Dance takes place Saturday, January 31, from 2:00- 8:00 P.M. at the Baytown Community Center, featuring a glow dance floor,music, activities, and more. Tickets are available online through January 29 or at the door, with registration available at Baytown.org/events. o Chair Volleyball is now underway at the Community Center and is held every Wednesday from 12:00-2:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This free program encourages physical activity, social connection, and accessibility, with no equipment required. • Ms. Alvarado express her appreciation for the input Council provided, regarding the tax amendment for qualified child daycares. • A thank you and appreciation to Frank Simoneaux and Tony Gray for their years of service and dedication to the City of Baytown. Mayor Charles Johnson expressed his appreciation to the Library team for the continuous pro- grams and events held there. 10. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Charles Johnson took the executive session out of order before Item 6.a. a. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss personnel matters concerning an extension of line of duty illness under Texas Local Government Code 143.073. b. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss economic development negotiations. c. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss personnel matters regarding the Municipal Court Judge. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 22,2026 Page 12 of 12 11. ADJOURN With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Charles Johnson adjourned the January 22, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting at 9:01 P.M. Angela J kson, City filer ' City'of Baytown m co ��y, �.�Rtt1 duY OAn4 r, 1/30/2026 EXHIBIT "A" Child Care Tax Exemption BAYT0WN • 88th Legislative Session: Passage of SB 1145 • Voters approved Proposition 2 in 2023 • Local government can pass ordinance: 50% - 100% exemption • Qualified providers must apply with Comptroller by April 30 1 1/30/2026 EXHIBIT "B" (FA2204) FIRE STATION 2 REPLACMENT - 4 4 4 4 'It BAYTOWN (FA2204) FIRE STATION 2 REPLACMENT • Need for Project: • Aging Infrastructure— High Maintenance Costs • Capacity Issues / Undersized • Insufficient Space for Bunker Gear and Equipment • Layout Issues—ADA compliance, Cancer Prevention • Nine proposals received from $10.7M to $14.0M • Best Value: Tegrity Contractors, Inc. ($10,665,331.00) • Bid includes Community Center Parking Improvements • Construction budget = $13,500,000 1 1