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Home My WebLink About2026 03 23 City Council Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN March 23, 2026 The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in a Regular Meeting on Monday, March 23, 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: Laura Alvarado Sarah Graham Kenrick Griffith James Franco Jacob Powell Mike Lester Charles Johnson Jason Reynolds Scott Lemond Miriam Hernandez John Stringer Mayor Pro Tern Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member Mayor City Manager City Attorney Acting City Clerk Sergeant at Arms Mayor Charles Johnson convened the March 23, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting with a quorum present at 6:59 P.M. All members were present. The Pledge of Allegiance, Texas Pledge, and Invocation were led by Council Member Jacob Powell. 1. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mayor Charles Johnson announced citizens signed up to speak. Brandon Terry, 8011 Sugar Cane Dr., shared concerns regarding the policies and procedures of the towing contract with the City of Baytown and its impact on those businesses. David Issac, 2812 Landmark Dr., expressed his opinions regarding the individuals representating the City of Baytown and emphasized the need to hold those individuals accountable. 2. MINUTES a. Consider approving the City Council minutes of the Municipal Development District and City Council Joint Meeting held on February 26, 2026. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Council Member Kenrick Griffith to approve the minutes for February 26, 2026, as submitted. The vote was as follows: City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 2 of 12 Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None 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 employee that received the 25 Years of Service award for the month of March. 25 YEAR Levi Masterson, ITS, Server System Manager b. Present a proclamation recognizing Sisters Savoring the Spectrum. Mayor Charles Johnson read the proclamation recognizing Sisters Savoring the Spectrum in Bay- town. Brittany Doyle a member of Sisters Savoring Spectrum provided an overview of their program and expressed her appreciation to all those that help to support the cause. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Conduct a public hearing to amend Section 2.25 (g) of the Unified Land Development Code to incorporate language from Ordinance No. 15,756 reaffirming that Planned Unit De- velopments ("PUDs") shall not automatically expire, but shall remain in effect until the PUD is amended or the property in question is reclassified to another zoning district. At 7:17 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson opened the public hearing considering amending Section 2.25 (g) of the Unified Land Development Code. Director of Planning and Development Services Martin Scribner summarized the subject matter of the hearing. (Exhibit A) At 7:19 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson closed the public hearing considering amending Section 2.25 (g) of the Unified Land Development Code. b. Consider an ordinance to add Section 2.25 (g) to the Unified Land Development Code to incorporate language from Ordinance No. 15,756, reaffirming that Planned Unit Devel- opments ("PUDs") shall not automatically expire, but shall remain in effect until the PUD is amended or the property in question is reclassified to another zoning district. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 3 of 12 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member Kenrick Griffith to approve Ordinance No. 16,429, as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None Approved ORDINANCE NO. 16,429 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, CHAPTER III "UNIFIED LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE," ARTICLE 2 "ZONING DISTRICTS AND DIMENSIONAL STANDARDS, "DIVISION 2.2 "ZONING DISTRICTS AND DIMEN- SIONAL STANDARDS," SECTION 2.25 "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOP- MENT," TO ADD SUBSECTION G, "EXPIRATION OF PLAN DETAIL;" PROVIDING A REPAEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. C. Conduct a public hearing for a proposed text amendment to Chapter 111, Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) of the Baytown Code of Ordinances to revise Divisions 2.32, 2.33, 2.35, 2.36, and 10.2 of the ULDC, regarding shipping containers, and the definition of container or shipping container as it applies to the 2025 code. Director of Planning and Development Services Martin Scribner informed the City Council that Assistant Director of Planning and Development Services Calvin Abram will take this item. At 7:22 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson opened the public hearing regarding an amendment to Chapter 111. Assistant Director of Planning and Development Services Calvin Abram summarized the subject matter of the hearing. (Exhibit B) The Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearings with no major concerns nor comments. Mr. Abram relayed the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommended approval. At 7:33 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson closed the public hearing regarding an amendment to Chapter 111. 5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 4 of 12 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 Vanessa Chavez. Mayor Charles Johnson announced they would take this item with Item 12.c., in Executive Session. b. Consider an ordinance authorizing the declaration of surplus property, setting of fair market value, and approving the donation for public use to Goose Creek Consolidated Inde- pendent School District (GCCISD) of eleven (11) vehicles. Chief of Police John Stringer provided details regarding their request to donate vehicles to the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District. Council Members requested clarification regarding the policies and procedures regarding the City inventory and expressed their appreciation to the Baytown Police Department for their efforts to assist the community. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Graham and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado to approve Ordinance No. 16,430, as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None Approved ORDINANCE NO. 16,430 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, DECLARING ELEVEN (11) POLICE VEHICLES AS SUPRLUS AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MAN- AGER TO EXECUTE AN EQUIPMENT DONATION OF ELEVEN (11) POLICE VEHICLES TO GOOSE CREEK CONSOLIDATED INDE- PENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR PUBLIC USE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. 6. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS a. Consider a resolution authorizing the publication of the Notice of Intent (NOI) to is- sue Certificates of Obligation; approving the preparation of one or more preliminary official statements; and providing for the effective date thereof. Director of Finance Teresa McKenzie provided a summarized notice of intent. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member Mike Lester to approve Resolution No. 3085, as submitted. The vote was as follows: City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 5 of 12 Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None Approved RESOLUTION NO. 3085 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION; APPROVING THE PREPARATION OF ONE OR MORE PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENTS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. 7. REPORTS a. Receive the City of Baytown Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. Director of Finance Teresa McKenzie provided a summary regarding the Annual Audit, and intro- duced CPA Manager Steven Smith with Weaver and Tidwell. Mr. Smith provided a presentation of the financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. (Exhibit C) Council Members sought clarification regarding how the 101 days of reserves will be utilized and that following years presenting the single audit reports and financial report together for con- sistency. Council Members expressed appreciation for the Finance Department and all their hard work to complete these reports. City Manager Jason Reynolds thanked all those that have been involved to ensure these reports would be complete. Mayor Charles Johnson acknowledged the report was received. 8. CONSENT A motion was made by Council Member Kenrick Griffith and seconded by Council Member Jacob Powell to approve Item 8.a., through Item 8.i., with the exception of Item 8.d. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 6 of 12 Nays: None Approved a. Consider a resolution authorizing a renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding be- tween the City of Baytown and the City of La Porte by dedicating personnel from each agency to a combined Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team for response to high -risk calls. ORDINANCE NO. 16,431 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR MUTUAL AID LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES BY AND BE- TWEEN THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS AND THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS FOR JOINT LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. b. Consider an ordinance authorizing an Industrial District Agreement between the City of Baytown and West Texas Drum Company, Ltd. ORDINANCE NO. 16,432 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 AN INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT AGREEMENT WITH WEST TEXAS DRUM COMPANY, LTD.; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. C. Consider an ordinance authorizing Amendment No. 2 for the Progressive Design - Build Agreement with Baytown Waterworks Partners, a McCarthy and Carollo Joint -Ven- ture, for the Baytown Area Water Authority East Surface Water Plant Phase 2 Expansion Project. ORDINANCE NO. 16,433 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE PRO- GRESSIVE DESIGN BUILD AGREEMENT WITH BAYTOWN WATERWORKS PARTNERS, A MCCARTHY BUILDING COMPA- NIES, INC., AND CAROLLO ENGINEERS, INC., JOINTVENTURE, FOR THE BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY EAST SURFACE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PHASE 2 EXPANSION; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 7of12 d. Consider an ordinance authorizing the Baytown Household Hazardous Waste Col- lection Day that is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the City of Baytown Storage Facility, located at 1200 Lee Drive, Baytown, Texas, from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Council Member Mike Lester shared with the City Council the importance of this event provided to the residents. Engineer of Planning and Development Juan Macias provided details of the event being held. A motion was made by Council Member Mike Lester and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Laura Alvarado to approve Item 8.d., as submitted. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None Approved ORDINANCE NO. 16,439 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, APPROVING THE BAYTOWN HOUSEHOLD HAZ- ARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026 AT THE CITY OF BAYTOWN STORAGE FACILITY LOCATED AT 1200 LEE DRIVE BAYTOWN, TEXAS FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.; MAKING OTHER PROVI- SIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFEC- TIVE DATE THEREOF. e. Consider an ordinance authorizing the award of the Annual Printing and Distribu- tion Services Contract for the Baytown Voice Magazine to Publication Printers Corp. ORDINANCE NO. 16,434 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTING THE BID OF PUBLICATION PRINTERS COROPORATION FOR ANNUAL PRINTING AND DISTRIBUTION SERVICES FOR THE BAYTOWN VOICE MAGAZINE; AUTHORIZ- ING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED SEVEN THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED TWENTY- FOUR AND 66/100 DOLLARS ($107,624.66); AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 8 of 12 f. Consider an ordinance authorizing the award of the As Needed Lawn Mainte- nance and Landscaping Contract to Harvest Partners, d/b/a Yellowstone Landscape. ORDINANCE NO. 16,435 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTING THE BID OF YELLOWSTONE LAND- SCAPE, INC FOR THE ANNUAL LAWN MAINTENANCE AND LANDSCAPING CONTRACT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY-TWO THOUSAND FORTY-SIX AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($792,046.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. g. Consider an ordinance authorizing the annual renewal of the Maintenance, Repair and Operational (MRO) Supplies contract to Lowe's Home Centers, LLC. ORDINANCE NO. 16,436 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, AWARDING THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND OPERATIONAL (MRO) SUPPLIES CONTRACT TO LOWES HOME CENTERS, LLC, THROUGH THE OMNIA PARTNERS COOPERA- TIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH REGION 4 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER (ESC) CONTRACT #R240805; AND AUTHORIZ- ING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SIX HUNDRED FOURTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FORTY-THREE AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($614,543.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RE- LATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. h. Consider an ordinance renewing the Annual Large Meter Testing and Repair of Nep- tune Water Meters Contract with Southern Flowmeter, Inc. ORDINANCE NO. 16,437 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE CONTRACT WITH SOUTHERN FLOWMETER, INC., FOR THE ANNUAL LARGE METER TESTING AND REPAIR OF NEPTUNE WATER METERS AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($265,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 9 of 12 i. Consider an ordinance authorizing the Combined Subdivision Participation and Re- lease Form for six (6) defendants who are distributors/dispensers of generic opioids: Associ- ated Pharmacies, Inc, JM Smith Corporation, Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company, Inc, Morris and Dickson Co., North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., and United Natural Foods, Inc. ORDINANCE NO. 16,438 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING SUBDIVISION SETTLEMENT PAR- TICIPATION FORMS FOR OPIOID SETTLEMENTS WITH ASSOCIATED PHARMACIES, INC, JM SMITH CORPORATION, LOUISIANA WHOLESALE DRUG COMPANY, INC, MORRIS AND DICKSON CO., NORTH CAROLINA MUTUAL WHOLESALE DRUG COMPANY, INC., AND UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC.; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. 9. APPOINTMENTS a. Consider a resolution authorizing three (3) appointments to the Baytown Housing Authority. Mayor Charles Johnson informed the Council Member all three individuals listed below requested reappointment, and nominated them for reappointment. Name Grace Coronado Tammy Guidry Steven Richard District/Position Mayor - Citizen Mayor - Citizen Mayor - Citizen Current Term 4/ 1 /2024 — 3/31 /2026 4/ 1 /2024 — 3/31 /2026 4/ 1 /2024 — 3/31 /2026 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member Sarah Graham to approve Resolution No. 3086, specifying the Baytown Housing Authority appointees listed above. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Mayor Charles Johnson, Mayor Pro Tern Laura Alvarado, Council Member Sarah Graham, Council Member Kenrick Griffith, Council Member James Franco, Council Member Jacob Powell and Council Member Mike Lester Nays: None Approved RESOLUTION NO. 3086 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAY - TOWN, TEXAS, APPOINTING GRACE CORONADO, TAMMY City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 10 of 12 GUIDRY, AND STEVEN RICHARD TO THE BAYTOWN HOUSING AUTHORITY; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. 10. MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Jason Reynolds presented the Manager's Report: o Human Resources, Police, Fire, Public Development Services, and Public Works and Engineering (PWE) teams participated in Lee High School's Career Day, leading interactive sessions and engaging at the career fair to showcase City of Baytown opportunities and inspire future public serv- ants. Thank you to everyone who represented the City! o Jonathon Traigle and Faisal Saeed from PWE recently earned their SB102 Certifications. Congratulations to both of you — keep up the great work! o A big shout -out to the PWE Streets Division for being recognized by Hire Gulf Coast Youth in appreciation of their participation and outstanding contributions at their recent career fair. Thank you for continuing to build strong community connections and for representing us so well! o For more information on any ongoing events will have details posted for the citizens. 11. COUNCIL MEMBER DISTRICT REPORT a. Receive a report from Council Member Jacob Powell regarding projects, programs and events in District No. 5. Council Member Jacob Powell reported the current projects, programs and events of District 5: District 5 continues to see new business development, with the following locations in progress: o Jindal Pipe Inc. USA (1411 S FM 565 Unit A) o Panda Express (8451 N SH 146) o Swift Sjolander (8000 E IH 10) o Chambers Commons — Credit Union Remodel (8535 N SH 146 Suite 140) o Plaza Shops at Baytown — Shell Only Retail Center Buildings (3318 North Main St) • Public Works and Engineering (PWE) o Street maintenance progress continues on Tompkins Rd. panel replacement project. o Chambers Commons Lift Station Project construction has been completed; crews are addressing remaining punch list items. • Parks Recreation and Tourism o Jenkins Park Updates • Collegiate summer baseball is coming to Jenkins Park as Baytown debuts the Baytown Bulkheads in the new Cowboy Collegiate League. This multi -year partnership brings high-level competition and family -friendly City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 11 of 12 entertainment, with the Bulkheads facing teams from cities like Pearland, Tyler, Wichita Falls, and Denton. Season details and ticket information will be announced soon. Parks and ITS are upgrading Jenkins Park Baseball fields with high-speed fiber and enhanced Wi-Fi coverage, improving connectivity for players, visitors, and live streaming. The project is in early planning and site evalu- ation phase, with completion expected later this year. Jenkins Park's Parkrun has been going strong since June 2025, with con- sistent volunteer support and only two cancellations to date. The free weekly event —open to walkers and runners alike —has welcomed approx- imately 1,450 runners over 39 events, with its rare "J" designation contin- uing to attract parkrun tourists. More information can be found at parkrun.us/Jenkins Park. The 2026 Baytown Disc Golf Festival at Jenkins Park Disc Golf Course is scheduled for October and is expected to attract players and fans from across Texas and Louisiana for an exciting, professionally organized event featuring major cash prizes sponsored by Lyte Fiber. The new signage for Neighborhood and Pocket Parks is nearly complete! This project follows the 2020 Parks Master Plan and the standards set in Jenkins Park's Perfect Trail Project to make our parks easier to navigate and enjoy. The beloved alligator slide is back at Jenkins Park splash pad! After a sea- sonal refurbishment, it's freshly painted and ready for fun. Mayor Charles Johnson announced a citizen signed up to speak. David Issac, 2812 Landmark Dr., shared his opinions and recommendations regarding develop- ments in District 5, and affected child care businesses of Baytown. Mr. Issac expressed the im- portance of communication for the residents of Baytown. Council Member Kenrick Griffith took a point of privilege to share the upcoming event "Party at the Peninsula" and encourages residents to attend. 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION At 8:12 P.M., Mayor Charles Johnson recessed and convened in to an Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code to seek the advice of the City's Attorney(s) regarding pending and/or contemplated litigation. 551.087 to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. 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 for Firefighter Vanessa Chavez. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss economic development negotiations. a. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.072 to deliber- ate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes March 23, 2026 Page 12 of 12 b. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.072 to deliber- ate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. C. 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 for Firefighter Vanessa Chavez. d. Recess into and conduct an executive session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss economic development negotiations. At 9:58 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 and Item 5.a. 11. ADJOURN With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Charles Johnson adjourned the March 23, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting at 8:12 P.M. 5/18/2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS EXHIBIT "All �1 oil s 4a. Conduct a public hearing to amend Section 2.25 (g) of the Unified Land Development Code to incorporate language from Ordinance No. 15,756 reaffirming that Planned Unit Developments ("PUDs") shall not automatically expire. but shall remain in effect until the PUD is amended or the property in question is reclassified to another zoning district. PUD Expiration Text Amendment 95 atsnnrs s Proposed amendment includes the following: Section 2.25 - Planned Unit Development • Add Subsection (G) to Section 2.25 of the Unified Land Development Code to incorporate the following language: G. Expiration of Plan Detail. All Planned Unit Development districts, including those approved prior to January 1, 2024, will remain in effect until such time that the existing Planned Unit Development is amended or the property in question is reclassified to another zoning district under these regulations. • 2014 ULDC - PUDs expired after 2 years • March 2024 - eliminated 2 year expiration • Included previously approved PUDs • January 2025 - new ULDC incorporated this change for new PUDs • Did not include previously approved PUDs • Proposed amendment corrects this omission PUD Expiration Text Amendment sts s Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on March 17. Recommendation: Staff and P&Z recommend approval of the proposed text amendment. 5/18/2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS EXHIBIT "B" 61iT01ti:\ s 4c. Conduct a public hearing for a proposed text amendment to Chapter 111, Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) of the Baytown Code of Ordinances to revise Divisions 2.32, 2.33. 2.35, 2.36. and 10.2 of the ULDC, regarding shipping containers, and the definition of container or shipping container as it applies to the 2025 code. Recommendation: The proposal allows shipping containers in particular zoning districts as a primary or accessory structure and amends the definition of container to add more clarity to the ULDC: Improves the ability for innovative development. grows options for the quality of development. and promotes varying options for infill development. • Addresses current development trends and removes unintended restrictions on industrial accessory structures. 1�5 Background: • The Planning Department proposed a text amendment in December2025; • City Council expressed interest on additional shipping container research: • A City Council work session was presented in January 2026: and • The results before this body is the final product of the research. ULDC Amendment: Shipping Containers RVIMN ■ Refine definition ■ Allow shipping containers in residential districts ■ Primary & Accessory • No stacking, unless used as part of primary structure ■ Must follow all other City codes ■ Treated like other comparable structures 5/18/2026 St. Louis, fAssourl Container H, •. Ranch Home In Proximity To Austin Texas WONOT 177' Edit Section 2.35, Accessory Use and Structure Standards ULDC Amendment: Shipping Containers &11 W ■ Allow shipping containers in commercial districts ■ Primary & Accessory ■ No stacking, unless used as part of primary structure ■ Must follow all other City codes ■ Treated like other comparable structures ■ If used for storage, must be screened ■ Temporary use ■ Permit required 5/18/2026 ULDC Amendment: Shipping Containers i • Allow shipping containers in industrial districts Accessory • Stacking limited to 30 feet tall in LI and 50 feet tall in HI ■ Screening required ULDC Amendment: Shipping Containers Oam� s Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on February 17. Recommendation: Staff and P&Z recommend approval of the proposed text amendment. 5/18/2026 EXHIBIT 11cl? REPORTS 0 7a. Receive the City of Baytown Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. AuditResults• weaver> •Statements 1) Financial statements Unmodified opinion "Clean opinion" 2) Internal controls Finding: 2025-001 (Recurring) 3) Compliance No instances of noncompliance material to the financial @0111 statements Audit Standards — Performed the audit in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) • Risk -based approach • focus on internal controls and compliance requirements relevant to the financial statements • Substantive testing to obtain sufficient audit evidence • Auditor's reports - opinion on financial statements; reporting on internal controls and other compliance matters (GAGAS) • 2025-001: Finding: Account Reconciliation (Recurring) • Condition -Significant accounts included in the balance sheets and income statements were not properly reconciled as of year-end resulting in correction during the audit. • Corrective Action - The City will implement additional controls to ensure the effectiveness of the monthly checklist and year-end closing procedures. In addition, staff will perform detailed reviews of underlying transactions as part of the close process, including an in-depth review of supporting documentation to verify accuracy, proper coding, and completeness. The City will also conduct a mid -year audit exercise to help ensure that financial records are accurate, complete, and properly prepared in advance of the year-end audit. Additionally, training will be provided to staff to promote consistent application and understanding of their roles and responsibilities. 5/18/2026 PRIMARY GOVERNMENT 11123 am =11 Governmental actry Ries: General ob6gotion bonds Certificates of ob(gation y 52.927.10B 82.8%WO $ 42.737.661 $ 91.9nooD 35.305.946 103.3WAW dotes poyc"e _ _ _ PrenMris 15.719,632 13.745382 12.805.a80 leases 612329 2011456 1A18.354 Subtotal 152149100 IS0.501.4m 153.030.W2 Business -type octivOes: General obigation bonds 25,357,894 21062349 18.484.0.52 CefiFKates of obYgouon 23.435.000 62480.000 125.335,000 Premiums 4676,410 6.825.346 7, 58655 Subtotd 53.469.304 92367.695 151,677,707 $ 2X618.373 $ 242869.184 $ 3D4.707r789 TOTAL PRIMARY GOVERNMENT c,w r.., mwusvava .cmrr w,sw� ba ar, w1.iW Iw.iPM #uriYD arlwaq/ i.l],OY,Af 1➢p6piA� aue..,,wa,ae_,a,.o..�.. 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