The City Council of the City of League City, Texas, met in a regular meeting in the Council Chambers at 200 West Walker Street on the above date at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS, AND COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Presentation of a proclamation recognizing the Clear Creek High School Cheer Team (Mayor Long)
Presentation by ETC Institute - 2025 League City Citizen Survey Report (City Manager)
PUBLIC COMMENTS BEFORE CITY COUNCIL
Members of the public are invited to give comments at this time, lasting not longer than 3 minutes. Comments may be general in nature or may address a specific agenda item.
CONSENT AGENDA
Consider and take action on a resolution approving a shortlist of consultants for Disciplines A-L under RFQ 25-040 (Professional Services for CIP Projects) (Executive Director of Development Services)
Consider and take action on a resolution: 1) authorizing a three-year agreement with Delta Fire for the purchase of bunker gear in an amount not to exceed $483,552 and 2) a three-year agreement with FireDex for the Cleaning, Inspection, Repair and Rental of bunker gear in an amount not to exceed $132,300 (Fire Chief)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing: 1) a three-year agreement with Arnold Oil Company of Austin L.P. dba A-Line Auto Parts in an amount not to exceed $403,200 to purchase various auto parts and supplies for city vehicles and equipment and 2) a three-year agreement with O’Reilly Auto Enterprises LLC dba O’Reilly Auto Parts in an amount not to exceed $403,200 to purchase various auto parts and supplies for city vehicles and equipment (Director of Public Works)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a one-year agreement with Semper Striping LLC for roadway markings on-call in an amount not to exceed $213,185 (Director of Public Works)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) 2026 Ford F550 ambulance from Southern Emergency and Rescue Vehicle Sales with related emergency equipment for Emergency Medical Services using H-GAC Contract No. AM10-23 in an amount not to exceed $475,380 (Director of Public Works)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Texas Department of Transportation related to the IH 45 Sound Wall Project (ST2202) (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing the First Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Friendswood related to the Harris County Precinct 2 Grant Partnership Program (Executive Director of Development Services)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a contingent fee professional services agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP for delinquent ad valorem tax and delinquent municipal court fee/fine collection services (Director of Finance)
Consider and take action on a resolution rejecting all proposals received for RFP #25-033 Signs and Banners (Director of Finance)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing an expenditure for an amount not to exceed $44,277 with Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) for the installation of street lighting along FM 2094 (ST2602) as part of the FY2026 Capital Improvement Program (Executive Director of Development Services)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing an expenditure of an amount not to exceed $796,900.00 with Ready Power LLC for the purchase of four generators utilizing FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funding (City Manager & Executive Director of Facilities and Information Technology)
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING AND ACTION ITEMS FROM PUBLIC HEARING
Hold a public hearing on a request for a Special Use Permit, SUP-25-0014 (Anchor Bay Gas Station), to allow for an Automobile/Vehicle Fueling Station use on approximately 2.8 acres zoned “CN” (Neighborhood Commercial), generally located at the northeast corner of South Egret Bay Boulevard (FM 270) and Austin Street (Director of Planning)
Consider and take action on a request for a Special Use Permit, SUP-25-0014 (Anchor Bay Gas Station), to allow for an Automobile/Vehicle Fueling Station use on approximately 2.8 acres zoned “CN” (Neighborhood Commercial), generally located at the northeast corner of South Egret Bay Boulevard (FM 270) and Austin Street (Director of Planning)
The Planning and Zoning Commission's motion to approve failed, 2-4-0, on February 12, 2026.
Hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment, PUD-25-0002 (Duncan PUD Amendment), to amend the Duncan PUD to permit 3-phase overhead power lines along Ervin Street, generally located north of Muldoon Parkway and west of Hobbs Road (Director of Planning)
Consider and take action on an ordinance approving a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment, PUD-25-0002 (Duncan PUD Amendment), to amend the Duncan PUD to permit 3-phase overhead power lines along Ervin Street, generally located north of Muldoon Parkway and west of Hobbs Road (Director of Planning)
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 6-0-0, on February 12, 2026.
Hold a public hearing on a request to rezone approximately 7.982 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “CG” (General Commercial), MAP-25-0009 (League City Parkway and Legacy Drive), generally located along the north side of West League City Parkway and west of Cones Lane (Director of Planning)
Consider and take action on an ordinance approving a Rezoning Application, MAP-25-0009 (League City Parkway and Legacy Drive), a request to rezone approximately 7.982 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “CG” (General Commercial), generally located along the north side of West League City Parkway and west of Cones Lane (Director of Planning)
The Planning and Zoning Commission's motion to approve failed, 1-5-0, on February 12, 2026.
Hold a public hearing on a request to rezone approximately to 54.656 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “IL” (Limited Industrial), MAP-25-0010 (3143 W FM 517), generally located along the north side of Farm to Market Road 517, west of McFarland Road and east of My Road with the address of 3143 West Farm to Market Road 517 (Director of Planning)
Consider and take action on an ordinance approving a Rezoning Application, MAP-25-0010 (3143 W FM 517), a request to rezone approximately 54.656 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “IL” (Limited Industrial), generally located along the north side of Farm to Market Road 517, west of McFarland Road and east of My Road with the address of 3143 West Farm to Market Road 517 (Director of Planning)
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 6-0-0, on February 12, 2026.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Consider and take action on a resolution approving the City of League City’s updated Economic Development Investment Policy (Director of Economic Development)
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
ITEMS ADDED AFTER ELECTRONIC AGENDA COMPLETED
REPORTS FROM STAFF MEMBERS
Presentation of the City Auditor's Report (City Auditor)
Announcements concerning items of community interest. No action will be taken or discussed.
COUNCIL MEMBERS COMMENTS/REPORTS
Announcements concerning items of community interest. No action will be taken or discussed.
EXECUTIVE(CLOSED) SESSION(S)
ACTION ITEM(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION(S)
ADJOURNMENT
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NICK LONG
MAYOR
CERTIFICATE OF NOTICE
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 18th day of February, 2026 prior to 5:00 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.
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.
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DIANA M. STAPP
CITY SECRETARY
(SEAL)
MINUTES APPROVED: March 24, 2026
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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.
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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.
The invocation was given by Pastor Zac Ashley with Bay Area Church. Mayor Pro Tem Saunders led in the pledges of allegiance to the flags.
REPORT FROM CITY AUDITOR
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Mayor: Nick Long
City Council Members: Andy Mann
Tommy Cones
Tom Crews
Courtney Chadwell
Scott Higginbotham
Chad Tressler
Sean Saunders
City Manager: John Baumgartner
Assistant City Manager: Rick Davis
Assistant City Manger-CFO: Angie Steelman
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
Mayor Pro Tem Saunders called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and called the roll. All members of Council were present. Mayor Long attended remotely.
Mayor Pro Tem Saunders asked if there were any corrections. He said hearing none, these minutes are approved.
NAME
Larry Alexander
Chuck Difalco
Peggy Zahler
Approval of the Consent Agenda
John Baumgartner – Just a general reminder for the public and council, there is no meeting on March 10, the next meeting will be March 24.
Andy Mann – I had this great riff on Punch the monkey and how both left and right can come together on this one issue and that is those other monkeys have it coming. I will yield my time.
Tommy Cones – I just want to welcome my nephew to League City. He moved to League City, Spencer. So, I’m bringing the whole clan down here to League City, you notice I got my brother and nephew. We’ll keep moving.
Tom Crews – No Comments
Mayor Long – Heck of a job running that meeting tonight. It was supposed to be an easy meeting, it turned into a contentious one. Great debates over many things. Great job, Mayor Pro Tem.
At 8:41 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Saunders said, there being no further business this meeting is adjourned.
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Mayor Pro Tem Sean Saunders – I do want to bring up something. I was recently elected as chairman of my son’s DeMolay chapter and we are moving the chapter from Alvin/Angleton area to League City. It will be meeting at League City Masonic Lodge on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 7 p.m. It is open to all young men between ages of 12 and 21. If they have any interest or curiosity, by all means come visit us.
Courtney Chadwell – No Comments
Scott Higginbotham – No Comments
Chad Tressler – No Comments