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THE BAYTOWN MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
March 12, 2026
The City Council and Baytown Municipal Development District (MDD) of the City of Baytown
met in a Special Meeting on Thursday, March 12, 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/Director
Laura Alvarado Council Member/Vice President
Sarah Graham Council Member/Director
Kenrick Griffith Council Member/Director
James Franco Council Member/Director
Mike Lester Council Member/Director
Charles Johnson Mayor/President
Jason Reynolds City Manager/General Manager
Kristin Holmes Acting City Attorney/General Counsel
Angela Jackson City Clerk/Assistant Secretary
John Stringer Sergeant at Arms
Mayor / President Charles Johnson convened the March 12, 2026 City Council and Municipal
Development District (MDD) Joint Meeting with a quorum present at 6:30 P.M. All members
were present.
The Pledge of Allegiance, Texas Pledge and Invocation were led by Council Member/ Director
James Franco.
1. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mayor/President Charles Johnson announced citizens signed up to speak.
June Stansky, 4601 Driftwood Drive, shared it is National Women's History Month, and
requested for the City Council to appoint Council Member Laura Alvarado as Mayor Pro Tern,
and recommended women be assigned to the committees today. Ms. Stansky announced her
years of service as a Girl Scout Leader and that March 12 was National Girl Scout Day.
David Isaac, 2812 Landmark Drive, expressed his opinions and recommendations regarding a
recent vote for child care tax amendments, and the upcoming vote for Mayor Pro Tem.
2. MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ITEMS
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a. Consider a resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Admin
CFO, LLC to provide financial oversight services related to the Hyatt Regency Baytown-
Houston Project.
Finance Director Teresa McKenzie provided a summary regarding an agreement with Admin
CFO, LLC.
A motion was made by Vice President Laura Alvarado and seconded by Director Sarah Graham
to approve Resolution No. 505, as submitted. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: President Charles Johnson, Vice President Laura Alvarado, Director Jacob
Powell, Director Sarah Graham, Director Kenrick Griffith, Director James
Franco, and Director Mike Lester
Nays: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 505
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
BAYTOWN MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A
CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ADMIN CFO, LLC,
FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT SERVICES
FOR THE HYATT REGENCY BAYTOWN-HOUSTON PROJECT;
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
ONE-HUNDRED, TWENTY THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS
($120,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
3. CITY COUNCIL ITEMS—MINUTES
a. Consider approving the minutes of the City Council Work Session and City Council
Regular Joint MDD Meeting held on February 12,2026.
A motion was made by Council Member Kenrick Griffith and seconded by Council Member
Sarah Graham to approve the minutes for February 12, 2026, 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: None
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Approved
4. RECOGNITIONS AND CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Present a proclamation designating January 18, 2026, as ASEZ STAR Community
Cleanup Day.
Mayor Charles Johnson was joined by students participating in the community clean up and
Council Members to thank them for their time and hard work.
b. Present a proclamation designating January 18, 2026, as ASEZ WAO Community
Cleanup Day.
Mayor Charles Johnson was joined by students participating in the community clean up and
Council Members to thank the students for their global environmental involvement in promoting
the initiative.
Mayor Charles Johnson took a point of privilege to support a Girl Scout and purchase a box of
cookies.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES
Director of Parks Recreation and Tourism Clifford Hatch, provided an overview regarding the
items of concern addressed at previous Council Meeting with improving processes and
procedures.
Council Members provided their opinions and recommendations regarding the amendments to
accommodate the concerns.
A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Council Member
Kenrick Griffith to approve Items 5.a. thru 5.c., 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:
Approved
a. Consider an ordinance amending Section 70-8 "Alcoholic Beverages" of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, to permit alcoholic beverages at City-owned or controlled
property for qualified, event-specific tourism or sports tourism initiatives, subject to
restrictions and permitting requirements.
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Director of Parks Recreation and Tourism Clifford Hatch provided an overview regarding the
development and permitting fees.
The Mayor and Council Members requested clarification on the increases and expressed their
appreciation for the recommendations.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,419
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 70 "PARKS AND
RECREATION," SECTION 70-8 "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES" TO
PERMIT ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT CITYOWNED OR
CONTROLLED PROPERTY FOR QUALIFIED, EVENT-SPECIFIC,
TOURISM OR SPORTS TOURISM INITIATIVES; CONTAINING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider an ordinance amending Section 70-1, "Park Hours," of the City of
Baytown Code of Ordinances to exempt properly permitted tourism-impact events
occurring at a municipal park from the application of standard park hours.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,420
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 70 "PARKS AND
RECREATION," SECTION 70-1 "PARK HOURS," SECTION 70-1(B)
"EXCEPTIONS," TO ADD SUBSECTION (3), TO EXEMPT
ATTENDEES, PARTICIPANTS, OR INDIVIDUALS OTHERWISE
INVOLVED IN A PROPERLY PERMITTED TOURISM-IMPACT
EVENT HELD AT A MUNICIPAL PARK FROM THE APPLICATION
OF STANDARD PARK HOURS; CONTAINING A REPEALING
CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
c. Consider an ordinance amending Section 74-28 of the code of ordinances to
exempt sales made at properly permitted qualified, event specific, tourism or sports
tourism initiatives.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,421
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 74 "PEDDLERS AND
SOLICITORS," ARTICLE II "ITINERANT MERCHANTS AND OPEN
AIR VENDORS," DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 74-28
"EXEMPTIONS FROM ARTICLE" TO ADD SUBSECTION (5),
EXEMPTING SALES MADE AT PROPERLY PERMITTED
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QUALIFIED, EVENT-SPECIFIC, TOURISM OR SPORTS TOURISM
INITIATIVES; CONTAINING A REPEALING CLAUSE;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
6. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS
a. Consider a resolution granting the petition for the proposed annexation of
approximately 202.48 acres of land, located on the north and south sides of Battlebell Road
and the east side of John Martin Road, and sections of Battlebell and Jones Road.
Mayor Charles Johnson informed the City Council, the applicant requested to push this item to
the first meeting in April.
b. Consider a resolution nominating Covestro LLC to the Governor's Office of
Economic Development, for designation as a qualified business and an Enterprise Project
under the Texas Enterprise Zone Program.
Manager of Economic Development Brian Moran, provided details regarding the nomination of
Covestro LLC.
Mr. Michael Baker with Covestro clarified the nominations distinction from the previous year.
Mayor Charles Johnson requested clarification regarding the job opportunities regarding local
students.
A motion was made by Council Member Laura Alvarado and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jacob
Powell to approve Resolution No. 3078, 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: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 3078
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, NOMINATING COVESTRO, LLC, TO THE
TEXAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM OFFICE
WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR THROUGH THE TEXAS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK FOR DESIGNATION AS A
QUALIFIED BUSINESS AND AN ENTERPRISE PROJECT UNDER
THE TEXAS ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM UNDER THE TEXAS
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ENTERPRISE ZONE ACT, CHAPTER 2303, TEXAS GOVERNMENT
CODE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
7. DISCUSSION
a. Discuss and take possible action regarding the Capital Improvement Plan
Committee (CIP) and Finance Committee.
Mayor Charles Johnson announced his recommendations regarding the committee appointments.
Council Members expressed their appreciation for the Mayors consideration, and
recommendations in moving forward with the committee members as listed below.
Name Position / Committee Appointed/Reappointed
Laura Alvarado Chair/ CIP Appointment
Sarah Graham Committee Member/ CIP Appointment
James Franco Committee Member/ CIP Appointment
Name Position / Committee Appointed /Reappointed
Kenrick Griffith Chair/ Finance Appointment
Jacob Powell Committee Member/ Finance Appointment
Mike Lester Committee Member/ Finance Appointment
City Attorney Scott Lemond provided legal clarification regarding making changes to the current
committee members during pending decisions.
A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jacob
Powell to approve Resolution No. 3079, 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: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 3079
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING LAURA ALVARADO, SARAH
GRAHAM, AND JAMES FRANCO TO THE BAYTOWN CAPITAL
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IMPROVEMENT PLAN AD HOC COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
A motion was made by Council Member Kenrick Griffith and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Jacob Powell to approve Resolution No. 3080, 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: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 3080
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING KENRICK GRIFFITH, JACOB
POWELL AND MIKE LESTER TO THE BAYTOWN FINANCE AD
HOC COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
b. Discuss and take possible action regarding the City of Baytown Mayor Pro Tern.
Council Member Mike Lester nominated Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell for the current term.
Council Member Kenrick Griffith nominated himself for the current term.
Council Member Laura Alvarado nominated herself for the current term.
Mayor Charles Johnson called for a vote of the nominations by a show of hands.
Three votes for Mayor Pro Tern Jacob Powell / One vote for Council Member Kenrick Griffith/
Three votes for Council Member Laura Alvarado.
With the nominations remaining on the table, Mayor Johnson called for a vote by a show of
hands.
Three votes for Mayor Pro Tem Jacob Powell/Four votes for Council Member Laura Alvarado.
Mayor Charles Johnson announced majority vote for Council Member Laura Alvarado. Council
Member Alvarado will be appointed as the Mayor Pro Tem effectively and for the remainder of
the term.
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RESOLUTION NO. 3081
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING COUNCIL MEMBER LAURA
ALVARADO AS MAYOR PRO TEM; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
8. CONSENT
A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Council Member Laura
Alvarado to approve Items 8.a., thru 8.i., excluding Item 8.c. 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: None
Approved
a. Consider a resolution authorizing the Chambers County Mosquito Control
Department to use aerial application methods for the purpose of mosquito control within
the Chambers County portion of the City of Baytown.
RESOLUTION NO. 3083
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CHAMBERS COUNTY
MOSQUITO CONTROL DEPARTMENT TO USE AERIAL
APPLICATION METHODS FOR THE PURPOSE OF MOSQUITO
CONTROL WITHIN THAT PORTION OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
THAT LIES WITHIN CHAMBERS COUNTY, TEXAS; DIRECTING
THE MAYOR TO NOTIFY THE FEDERAL AVIATION
ADMINISTRATION OF SUCH AUTHORIZATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider an ordinance authorizing a three-year Professional Services
Agreement with Envisage Technologies, LLC, d/b/a Vector Solutions, for Fire/EMS
LMS continuing education software.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,422
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH ENVISAGE TECHNOLOGIES LLC DOING
BUSINESS AS VECTOR SOLUTIONS FOR FIRE/EMS CONTINUING
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EDUCATION SOFTWARE FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
THROUGH THE PURCHASING COOPERATIVE, SOURCEWELL,
CONTRACT #051321-ENV; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE
CITY OF BAYTOWN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
SEVENTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE AND
NO/100 DOLLARS ($17,775.00) FOR YEAR ONE OF A THREE YEAR
CONTRACT; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
c. Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit four
(4) applications in response to the Fiscal Year 2026 Harris County Precinct 2 Call for
Partnership Projects on behalf of the Public Works & Engineering and Parks and
Recreation Departments.
Council Member Mike Lester expressed his appreciation regarding the Call for Partnership
Projects.
City Manager Jason Reynolds provided clarification regarding the capital improvements
associated with these grants.
The Mayor and Council Members expressed appreciation for all staff has done to make this
possible.
A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Council Member Kenrick
Griffith to approve Item 8.c., 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: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 3082
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
MAKE FOUR (4) APPLICATIONS TO HARRIS COUNTY PRECINCT
2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 CALL FOR PARTNERSHIP PROJECT
GRANTS ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC WORKS AND
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT; DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE; AUTHORIZING THE REPRESENTATIVE TO
ACCEPT OR AFFIRM ANY GRANT AWARD THAT MAY RESULT
THEREFROM; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
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d. Consider an ordinance authorizing the fmal renewal of the Annual HVAC Services
contract with American Mechanical Services of Houston,LLC.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,423
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT NOT TO
EXCEED TWO HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND AND
NO/100 DOLLARS ($275,000.00) TO AMERICAN MECHANICAL
SERVICES OF HOUSTON, LLC TO RENEW THE ANNUAL HVAC
SERVICES CONTRACT; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED
THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
e. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 94 "Traffic and Vehicles" Article IV
"Specific Street Regulations," Section 94-121 "Schedules enumerated" of the Code of
Ordinances, to authorize modification of speed limit zones on State Highway 146 (SH 146)
from Tompkins Drive to Chambers Town Center.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,424
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 94 "TRAFFIC AND
VEHICLES," ARTICLE IV "SPECIFIC STREET REGULATIONS,"
SECTION 94-121 "SCHEDULES ENUMERATED," SCHEDULE V
"DESIGNATION -- SPEED LIMIT ZONES" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO ESTABLISH THE
MAXIMUM PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS FOR STATE HIGHWAY
146 (SH 146) FROM TOMPKINS DRIVE TO CHAMBERS TOWN
CENTER; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF
SIGNS BY THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS; REPEALING
CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF TWO
HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($200.00) FOR EACH
VIOLATION THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
AND EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
f. Consider an ordinance authorizing a professional services agreement for
Construction Management and Inspection Services with Freese and Nichols, Inc., for the
Fire Station 2 Replacement Project.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,425
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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AGREEMENT WITH FREESE AND NICHOLS, INC. FOR FIRE
STATION 2 REPLACEMENT PROJECT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT
BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
SIX HUNDRED THIRTY-FOUR THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED
THIRTY-THREE AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($634,933.00); MAKING
OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR
THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
g. Consider an ordinance authorizing Change Order No. 1 for the Chambers
Commons Lift Station and Gravity Relief Interceptors Project with T Construction, LLC.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,426
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR
THE LIFT STATION AND GRAVITY RELIEF INTERCEPTORS
PROJECT WITH T CONSTRUCTION, LLC; APPROVING AN
INCREASE IN THE CONTRACT AMOUNT BY ONE-HUNDRED,
NINETEEN THOUSAND, EIGHT-HUNDRED, FORTY-SIX DOLLARS
AND 47/100. ($119,846.47); AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
h. Consider an ordinance authorizing the Seventh Amendment to the Lease of
Premises with Solid Waste,Ltd. Inc.for the Baytown Marina at Bayland Island.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,427
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO
THE SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE OF PREMISES
WITH SOLID WASTE, LTD. INC.; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
i. Consider an ordinance authorizing the purchase of a Model 510-56 Telehandler,
74HP (55KW) from Monk Machinery LLC dba Monk JCB on SourceWell contract
#020223-JCB.
ORDINANCE NO. 16,428
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-NINE THOUSAND
SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTEEN AND 18/100 DOLLARS ($179,715.18)
TO MONK MACHINERY, LLC D/B/A MONK JCB, THROUGH THE
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PURCHASING COOPERATIVE, SOURCEWELL, CONTRACT #
020223-JCB, FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE MODEL 510-56
TELEHANDLER, 74HP (55KW); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
9. APPOINTMENTS
a. Consider a resolution authorizing the appointment of the City of Baytown's Local
Health Authority.
Mayor Charles Johnson expressed appreciation to Dr. James Bernick for his years of service.
Interim Director of Health Department Shawn Cochran provided a summary regarding the Local
Health Authority nominee, Dr. Neil Gandhi.
The Mayor and Council Members shared their opinions and recommendations for the nominee
and assurance of Dr. Gandhi's relationship with the local community.
A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Council Member James
Franco to appoint Dr. Neil Gandhi as the local Health Authority to the City of Baytown. 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: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 3084
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING DR. NEIL GANDHI AS THE
HEALTH AUTHORITY TO THE CITY OF BAYTOWN; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
10. MANAGER'S REPORT
• Parks Recreation and Tourism
o I'd like to begin by highlighting our Parks team for hosting their first Safety
ROADeo. Employees participated in hands-on training with trucks, trailers,
forklifts, and other equipment to strengthen workplace safety. The event also
completed the requirements for the department to earn the `R.O.A.D. Ready'
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certification from the Texas Municipal Intergovernmental League Risk Pool.
Congratulations to the team on this great accomplishment!
• Finance Department
o The National Government Finance Officers Association(GFOA)Awards: The
City received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the FY 25-26
Budget Book and the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial
Reporting for the FY 24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This marks the
33rd year the City has earned these recognitions.
o This month,the Finance Department celebrates National Procurement Month and
Government Finance Professionals Week(March 16-20),honoring the Finance
team and city departments whose hard work ensures compliance and supports the
delivery of services to our community. Thank you for everything you do!
• Public Works and Engineering(PWE)
o Recently we received a shout out for PWE's prompt response in repairing a
sidewalk affected by a utility repair, completing the work within 24 hours of the
report. Thank you for your quick action,keep up the great work!
o A big congratulations to Alejandra Moz from Public Works for being featured in
the national magazine of the American Public Works Association. Great job
Alejandra!
• Baytown will host the 3v3 Kick It Soccer Tournament on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the
Baytown Soccer Complex. The all-day event is expected to attract at least 60 teams. Held
alongside Federation International de Football Association(FIFA)World Cup activities
in Houston, the tournament invites visitors to explore Baytown and nearby attractions. A
big thanks to our Sports Tourism Coordinator, Donna Finnie, and everyone who helped
make this event possible
• Lee College is hosting its second annual junior college basketball tournament this week,
with 16 out-of-town teams staying in Baytown hotels. Our Tourism team is collaborating
with the Athletic Director to support future tournaments, including a regional volleyball
event planned for November.
• The City of Baytown Parks, Recreation&Tourism Department has partnered with
Houston Dynamo FC as an Official Youth Soccer Partner, strengthening Baytown's
presence in the Greater Houston soccer community. Participants in Baytown's Fall 2026
Youth Soccer Program will be recognized on the field during the October 17 Texas
Derby between Houston Dynamo Football Club (FC) and FC Dallas. The partnership also
opens the door for future collaborations, including appearances, community engagement,
and participation in events such as Baytown's July 4th Celebration and Grito Fest.
• A special thank you to the Finance Department for progressing with their transparency
stars, and ensuring the City of Baytown finances are clear.
11. COUNCIL MEMBER DISTRICT REPORT
a. Receive a report from Council Member James Franco regarding projects, programs
and events in District No. 4.
Council Member James Franco reported the current projects, programs and events of District 4:
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District 4 continues to see new business development, with the following locations in
progress.
• Planning& Development
o The District on North Main—Office/Warehouse(5278 N Main St)
o Baytown Boat, RV & Self Storage(4500 N Main St)
o Houston Methodist Hospital Remodel (4401 Garth Rd)
o Rosa Linda's Restaurant (7304 E IH 10)
o Texas Heart Center Remodel (1510 E IH 10)
o Groves Business Park(7204 E IH 10)
o Cottage Green Multifamily Development(605 Hunt Rd)
o Baytown Veterinarian Hospital (5360 E IH 10)
o Roma Italians (Garth Rd)
o La Cocina de Lulu(Garth Rd)
o Wayne Gray Sports Complex Update:
• Adult Softball leagues are wrapping up with 26 teams across two nights,
drawing 400+ participants and spectators weekly. The first 2026 Adult
Kickball League is now registering, and the Senior Softball League starts
March 16 with eight teams on Mondays.
• Tournament days at Wayne Gray Sports complex average 30 teams and
500 participants. The site is active six days a week with rentals, leagues,
United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) tournaments, and the
Montrose Softball spring season. Their opening day saw 400 participants
and spectators, alongside vendors like Pirates Bay and the Sugar Land
Space Cowboys.
o Pirates Bay Water Park Update:
• Pirates Bay Waterpark is preparing for the 2026 season with recruiting,
marketing, and facility readiness underway, including seasonal staff
outreach at Baytown-area high schools and hosting Baytown's first Polar
Plunge on February 20.
• Season pass sales remain strong, with 2,439 passes sold so far—about
56%of the 2025 season sales.
Mayor Charles Johnson shared events currently being held at the Sterling Library.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the
Texas Government Code to discuss economic development negotiations.
At 7:52 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson recessed and convened in to an Executive Session
pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss economic development
negotiations.
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At 8:40 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.
13. ADJOURN
With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Charles Johnson adjourned the March 12,
2026, Municipal Development District and City Council Regular Joint Meeting at 8:40 P.M.
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