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Aug 21, 2026

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Council reviews two major housing developments

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Alvin advances feral cat TNR rules

Council directed staff to draft an ordinance establishing a legal framework for Trap, Neuter, and Return (TNR) colonies, while clarifying that the proposal does not create a city-funded program or new fees.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 31, 2026

Council Reviews FY27 Budget Priorities

Alvin staff asked council members to submit additional FY27 budget requests by the end of April, as the city weighs capital needs for drainage, parks, water, wastewater, transportation, and other services.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 19, 2026

Council reviews two major housing developments

The council reviewed proposed developments totaling about 1,845 acres, including a projected 3,600-unit Cardon project and a 295-acre Pulte Homes project. Discussions focused on annexation, lot sizes, drainage and traffic impacts, water and wastewater infrastructure, parkland, emergency medical facilities, and a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 19, 2026

Council Reviews Proposed Diamond Oak Development

The council discussed a proposed 206-acre Diamond Oak community with approximately 695 homes, planned for phased construction over five to six years beginning in 2026. The developer requested consent for inclusion in Alvin’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, approval of a general residential plan, five-foot side setbacks, use of city standards, and preparation of a development agreement.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

Council Advances Shopping Cart Containment Rules

Council directed staff to draft an ordinance requiring businesses operating more than 16 shopping carts to submit containment plans and allowing abandoned carts to be treated as debris or rubbish for removal.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 15, 2026

Council Reviews Proposed 1,450-Home Development

The council reviewed a proposed 533-acre master-planned community with about 1,450 homes, commercial development, parks, trails, and green space along FM 1462. The developer proposed creating a Municipal Utility District to finance and maintain water, wastewater, drainage, roadway, and park facilities, while council members raised concerns about a possible variance allowing 40- to 45-foot lots.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Dec 18, 2025

New City Hall Design Takes Shape

The proposed new City Hall is anticipated to be a two-story building of approximately 31,190 square feet, but its floor plan and site plan remain in development.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Nov 13, 2025

Council Interviews Board Applicants

Council interviewed applicants for possible appointment or reappointment to city boards and commissions in December.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Oct 21, 2025

Council Reviews Draft Comprehensive Plan

Alvin City Council and the Planning Commission reviewed the draft 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Master Plan. A public hearing and final adoption are scheduled for November 20, 2025.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Oct 16, 2025

State law limits food truck regulation

Council discussed food truck restrictions and noted that House Bill 2844 will preempt most city authority over mobile food units beginning July 1, 2026. Council also reviewed the city’s fund balance policy, including reserves, emergencies, and hazard insurance.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Sep 4, 2025

Council Opposes Proposed 740-Lot Development

Alvin City Council reached a consensus that de-annexing 272.5 acres for the proposed 740-lot Sorrell Tract development would not benefit the City and was not favorable as presented.

1 min readMunicipal coverage