Rachel Hall

Key discussions included the welcome of the new year and a desire for an explanation regarding a council decision on a flat rate increase. A newly appointed Airport Board Member, Brian Stanford, was presented. The board discussed hangar relocation concerns briefly and addressed traffic pattern safety procedures, particularly regarding the airport being non-towered and the volume of traffic, suggesting contact with the flight school. An update was provided on the Airport Layout Plan (ALP), noting that three of seven chapters have been received, and new airport imagery is available. Furthermore, the board confirmed that quarterly hangar inspections would commence this month.

The meeting agenda included standard proceedings such as a Roll Call, Invocation, and Pledge. Public comments were limited to three minutes per person, with the Board restricted from discussing or voting on items not specifically listed on the agenda. Key discussion topics requiring consideration and possible action included traffic pattern safety at 6R3, an explanation regarding a hangar rate increase, a hangar lease agreement for authorized access, fuel purchase incentives, and strategies to increase fuel sales. The agenda also included the approval of minutes from the January 6, 2026, Airport Board Meeting.

Key discussion items for the Airport Board meeting included public comments limited to three minutes per person regarding City related business. The agenda covered consideration and possible action on the traffic pattern safety at 6R3, explanation of the hangar rate increase, hangar lease agreement authorized access, and strategies to increase fuel sales, including fuel purchase incentives.

The meeting agenda included a Roll Call, Invocation and Pledge, and the Oath of Office for reappointed and newly appointed board members, including Willie Carter, Savannah Cunningham, and Regina Vollmer. There was a segment for Public Comments, limited to three minutes per person, regarding City related business not specifically on the agenda. Board Members were scheduled to provide reports and comments regarding attendance at various events where no formal action was taken. Key discussion items included the approval of minutes from the October 13, 2025, meeting, project updates concerning Fire Hydrants at the Pavilion Fire Station, and an update on future plans for the Municipal Park.

Key discussions and potential actions included conducting a public hearing concerning Land Use Assumptions (LUA) and Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for the possible adoption of city water and wastewater impact fees. The consent agenda covered monthly financial statements for October and November 2025, and City Council Workshop and Meeting Minutes from December 9, 2025. Action items involved approving Election Service Agreements with Montgomery County and Liberty County for a General Election on May 2, 2026, and ordering that General Election. Other regular agenda items included the adoption of LUA and CIP for impact fees, an Agreement for Service and Reservation of Sewer Treatment Capacity with Union Tank, seeking an RFP for Storm Debris, awarding a Lawn Services RFP, appointments to the County Appraisal District, payment of tax increment funds to McKinley Development Company, Resolutions of Support for Cleveland Plaza Apartments and Easy Street Lofts, LP, authorization for the issuance and sale of Combination Tax and Surplus Revenue Certificates of Obligation Series 2026, and approving Grant Agreements and Resolutions of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation related to the Texas Water Development Board/Revolving Fund. The agenda also included the annual appointment of Boards & Commissions and determining the February Council Meeting Date. The session reserved time for an Executive Session to consult with the attorney regarding a Hangar Relocation and Dedication Agreement and to discuss personnel matters.