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League CityApr 28, 20263 min read

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Council approved the consent agenda including funding and contracts for public safety, parks, and capital projects; approved a rezoning to General Commercial; and authorized eminent domain for land needed to build the Clear Creek Village soundwall. Notable contracts include traffic signal construction, a lift station relocation design, a ballpark operations assessment, and pool-chemical and restroom purchases. One council member voted against the Dickinson EMS mutual-aid amendment.

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The council approved several contracts and funding actions that affect roads, utilities, parks, and emergency services — for example, traffic signal upgrades, a lift station relocation design, pool-chemical and restroom purchases, and a study of The Ballpark. The city also moved forward with a rezoning that allows commercial development on a 1.79-acre site and authorized use of eminent domain to obtain small temporary construction easements needed to build a noise (sound) wall. The EMS mutual-aid agreement amendment with Dickinson was approved despite one no vote.

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Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 regular meeting.
Authorized $250,000 in appropriated funds from the 89th Legislative Session for the Fire Department (Resolution No. 2026-75).
Authorized two professional services agreements with Mike Pietsch, P.E. Consulting Services, Inc. to review the City’s Property Protection Class (PPC) for an upcoming ISO audit, not to exceed $78,500 (Resolution No. 2026-76).
Approved amendment to the Interlocal Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Dickinson for Emergency Medical Services (Resolution No. 2026-77); council vote: 7 in favor, 1 opposed (Mr. Saunders).
Authorized a professional services agreement with KemperSports Management LLC for an operational and financial assessment of The Ballpark at League City, not to exceed $65,800 (Resolution No. 2026-78).
Approved one-year renewal with Commercial Chemical Products, Inc. (Poolsure) for swimming pool chemicals, not to exceed $62,916.40 (Resolution No. 2026-79).
Authorized agreement with CXT Incorporated for purchase and installation of a pre-fabricated restroom building, not to exceed $99,548.77 (Resolution No. 2026-80).
Authorized professional services agreement with Kimley‑Horn for design/bid/construction services for the FM 2094 at Wildcat Way traffic signal rebuild, not to exceed $97,500 (Resolution No. 2026-81).
Approved construction contract with Traffic Systems Construction, Inc. for Maple Leaf Drive and League City Parkway traffic signal improvements and related budgets for a total construction budget of $813,568.05 (Resolution No. 2026-82).
Amended the Program Year 2025 Annual Action Plan related to the Community Development Block Grant Program (Resolution No. 2026-83).
Authorized professional services agreement with Sander Engineering Corporation for Bay Colony 2 Parkside Lift Station Relocation design, not to exceed $247,388 (Resolution No. 2026-84).
Approved Ordinance No. 2026-09 on second reading to rezone approximately 1.79 acres (1900 Block Wyoming Avenue) from RSF-5 (Residential Single-Family 5) to CG (General Commercial).
Authorized initiation of eminent domain proceedings and determined land needed for the Clear Creek Village Soundwall Project (ST2202) for three temporary construction easements (Resolution No. 2026-85).

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Apr 28, 2026, 12:00 AMCouncil Chambers 200 West Walker Streetscheduled

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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
The invocation was given by Pastor Stephen Rhoads with Bay Harbour United Methodist Church. Mayor Long led in the pledges of allegiance to the flags.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting
PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AWARDS, AND COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
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 to authorize $250,000 in appropriated funds from the 89th Legislative Session (Fire Department)
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Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing two professional services agreements with Mike Pietsch, P.E. Consulting Services, Inc. for the purpose of conducting a review of the City of League City’s Property Protection Class (PPC) for an upcoming ISO (Insurance Services Office) audit for a total combined amount not to exceed $78,500 (Fire Chief)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing an amendment to the Interlocal Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Dickinson for Emergency Medical Services (Fire Chief)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with KemperSports Management LLC to perform a comprehensive operational and financial assessment of The Ballpark at League City in an amount not to exceed $65,800 (Assistant City Manager)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a one-year renewal agreement with Commercial Chemical Products, Inc., DBA Poolsure, for swimming pool chemicals in an amount not to exceed $62,916.40, effective May 1, 2026 (Director of Parks and Cultural Services)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing an agreement with CXT Incorporated for the purchase and installation of a pre-fabricated restroom building in an amount not to exceed $99,548.77 (Director of Parks and Cultural Services)
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Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn, to provide design, bid, and construction phase services related to the FM 2094 (Marina Bay Dr) at Wildcat Way (Stadium) Traffic Signal Rebuild Project (RE1703C) in an amount not to exceed $97,500 (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a construction contract with Traffic Systems Construction, Inc. for the Maple Leaf Drive and League City Parkway Traffic Signal Improvements Project (ST2403), in an amount note to exceed $725,926.05, authorizing an additional $72,593.00 for a Work Change Directive budget, and authorizing a construction material testing services contract with UES Professional Solutions 44, LLC in an amount not to exceed $15,049.00, for a total construction budget of $813,568.05 (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
Consider and take action on a resolution amending the Program Year 2025 Annual Action Plan related to the Community Development Block Grant Program (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
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Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Sander Engineering Corporation for the design, bid, and construction phase services related to the Bay Colony 2 Parkside Lift Station Relocation Project (WW2601) in an amount not to exceed $247,388 (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-09, an ordinance approving a Rezoning Application, MAP-26-0001 (1900 Block Wyoming Avenue), a request to rezone approximately 1.79 acres from “RSF-5” (Residential Single-Family 5) to “CG” (General Commercial), generally located along the west side of Wyoming Avenue and four blocks south of Farm to Market Road 646 (FM 646) - Second Reading (Director of Planning) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 4-0-0, on March 12, 2026. City Council approved the first reading, 8-0-0, on April 14, 2026.
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING AND ACTION ITEMS FROM PUBLIC HEARING
OLD BUSINESS
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NEW BUSINESS
Consider and take action on a resolution determining that land is needed for the construction and improvements associated with the Clear Creek Village Soundwall Project (ST2202), in the City of League City, Texas, specifically: 1) Parcel 8 TCE - a 0.0588 acre parcel of land as Temporary Construction Easement, 2) Parcel 9 TCE - a 0.0432 acre parcel of land as Temporary Construction Easement, 3) Parcel 12 TCE - a 0.0071 acre parcel of land as Temporary Construction Easement; and authorizing the institution of eminent domain proceedings (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
ITEMS ADDED AFTER ELECTRONIC AGENDA COMPLETED
REPORTS FROM STAFF MEMBERS
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)
Texas Open Meetings Act, Section 551.072 Government Code - Deliberations about real property Discuss potential purchase or sale of real property interests (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
ACTION ITEM(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION(S)
Consider and take action on discussion concerning potential purchase or sale of real property interests (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
REPORT FROM CITY AUDITOR
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ADJOURNMENT
_______________________ 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 22nd day of April, 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.
________________________ DIANA M. STAPP CITY SECRETARY (SEAL) MINUTES APPROVED: May 12, 2026
_________________________________________________________________________ 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. _________________________________________________________________________
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.
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 for the Day Glendon Bottos called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and called the roll. All members of Council were present.
Mayor Long asked if there were any corrections. He said hearing none, these minutes are approved.
NAME Janice Hallisey
Approval of the Consent Agenda
At 6:28 p.m. Mayor Long announced the City Council will now go into executive session to discuss the following items:
Tom Crews – No Comments Courtney Chadwell – No Comments Scott Higginbotham – No Comments Chad Tressler – No Comments Mayor Long – No Comments
At 6:28 p.m. Mayor Long said, there being no further business this meeting is adjourned.
Mayor Pro Tem Sean Saunders – No Comments Andy Mann – No Comments Tommy Cones – No Comments
Mayor Long then announced there was no need to convene in executive session.
At 6:28 p.m. Mayor Long reconvened the regular meeting and announced there was no final action, decision or vote with regard to any matter considered in the executive session just concluded.

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