Philip Aldridge

The meeting was called to order and a quorum was confirmed, noting absences for Commissioner Miller and Commissioner Titleman. The rules for public comment were read, limiting comments to three minutes, and the period for public comment on non-agenda items was closed. Absences for Vice Chairman Munoz, Commissioner Miller, and Commissioner Bud were approved. The minutes for the February 4th, 2026 meeting were approved. The commission moved to discuss and act on several consent agenda items. Items two (Preliminary Plat Riverstone Trails Phase 1, noting a typo correction) and eight (Final Plat Meadow Ridge subdivision) were presented, reviewed for consistency with codes, and approved, with Commissioner Hendrickk abstaining. Subsequent consent agenda items covering replats for Brooklyn Addition, Saratoga Industrial Place Unit 2, Comedream Come Build Subdivision Trench 1, Steel Addition, and Neck Town Center Phase 2, along with Item Nine (conditional approval for a final plat for Park Pun 2) and Item Ten (zoning case ZN9062 regarding the installation of a new 95 ft cell tower requiring a special permit due to exceeding the 85 ft threshold) were presented. Commissioner Hedrickk asked for clarification on the conditional approval for Item Nine and the zoning requirements for Item Ten. All items on the consent agenda (3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10) were subsequently passed. The Director's report and future agenda items sections were noted as having no content before the meeting was adjourned.

The meeting began with establishing a quorum for the meeting. Key agenda items involved a detailed financial report for TIRZ 3 as of December 31, 2025, including budget versus actuals, commitments, and fund availability projections. Discussions arose regarding the conservative accounting methodology, particularly concerning the expiration of the TUR in tax year 2028 (fiscal year 2029) and the allocation of funds beyond that period, which led to requests for future detailed footnotes clarifying assumptions regarding revenue projections and participation percentages. The board also addressed project-specific commitments for development projects, vacant property improvements, commercial finish outs, the downtown living initiative, streetscape and safety improvements, rooftop activation, and administrative services. Subsequently, the board reviewed and discussed a motion to approve a Downtown Development Agreement with Paul Nolles for improvements to the property at 520 Star Street, involving an incentive amount not to exceed $85,837 under the streetscape and safety improvement program. Clarification was also sought regarding the financial backstopping of large development projects (Hotel Indigo and Holiday Inn Express) should the TUR not renew, with confirmation that the city's general fund would cover specific projects if appropriations cease.

The meeting commenced with an invocation and the pledges of allegiance and a moment of silence. Key discussions included an update from the City Manager regarding the successful award of a $6.5 million emergency grant from the Texas General Land Office for North Beach renourishment, addressing beach erosion over 3,500 feet. The City Manager also presented the proposed budget calendar for Fiscal Year 2027, detailing plans for community engagement sessions in April and August, and council input sessions, aiming for budget adoption by October 1st. Council members discussed the budget timeline and the current financial status, acknowledging potential tightness in street funding due to the elimination of the street user fee. Board and committee appointments were addressed, including the confirmation of two Nueces County appointments to Reinvestment Zone Number Seven and the optional appointment of Council Members Roy and Compos to the same board. The body then proceeded to approve the consent agenda, excluding specified items for later discussion.

The session focused on recognizing individuals, businesses, and organizations through proclamations. Key acknowledgments included honoring Mrs. Teresa Flores as February's Teacher of the Month for her dedication to students at William B. Travis Elementary School. A proclamation marked the 121st anniversary of the founding of Rotary International, recognizing the service and commitment of local Corpus Christi Rotary Clubs. A third proclamation celebrated citywide Blues Day Tuesday in honor of Texas A&M University Corpus Christi's homecoming festivities. Finally, a proclamation acknowledged the annual 'Fill the Boot' campaign conducted by the Corpus Christi Fire Department Firefighters Association to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

The city council approved funding totaling $264,63 in grants for nonprofit organizations that provide homelessness housing and services, with the city acting as a pass-through entity. Key agencies benefiting include The Salvation Army, Dismas Charities, Mother Teresa Shelter, Mission 911, Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Coastal Bend, and Coastal Bend Center for Independent Living. The council also awarded a $6.6 million construction contract to be Broctofra Company, Inc. for the Cooper Boers facility and an associated parking lot resurfacing project, which will include tenant facilities and public restrooms. Furthermore, the council approved a reclaimed water supply agreement with Flint Hills Resources Corpus Christi LLC, under which the city will supply wastewater effluent for industrial use. Finally, a 3-year treated water supply contract and water rights lease agreement was approved with Nueces County Water and Improvement District Number Three (NCWCID), exchanging up to 3 million gallons per day of treated water during droughts for the lease of 5 million gallons per day of senior water rights in the Nueces River Basin, which includes constructing an interconnection facility.