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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPT 08 2026 PACKET REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL 801 MAIN STREET TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 08, 2026 1:30 PM AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PRESENTATIONS Communication Update PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA/CONSENT Citizens may speak on the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda Items 1-9 or any other topic. Items 10-12 have already been heard in a Public Hearing; therefore, citizens cannot speak on those items. Citizens wishing to speak on the Public Hearing Items will be given the opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing. CONSENT AGENDA (Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and are considered non- controversial. The Consent Agenda can be acted upon in one motion. A consensus of the Council is required to remove any item for discussion and separate action.) A.Council to consider approving August 18, 2026, City Council meeting minutes. B. Council to consider a resolution approving the award of the Automotive Batteries contract. C.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip. D. Council to consider an appointment to the Police Department Community Advisory Committee. E.Council to consider authorizing the Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau, to apply and accept funding from the Jefferson County Tourism Commission (JCTC) for $18,450 for payment of the Texas Travel Counselors Conference (TTCC), April 11-15, 2027. PUBLIC HEARING Council to conduct a Joint Public Hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Program REGULAR AGENDA 1.Council to consider an Ordinance adopting a budget for operating the municipal government of the City of Beaumont for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027; adopting a Master Fee Schedule; appropriating money for the various funds and purposes of such budget including appropriations of money to pay interest and principal sinking fund requirement on all indebtedness; repealing all ordinances and appropriations in conflict with the provisions of the ordinance; and establishing an effective date. 2.Council consider an ordinance ratifying the budgeted property tax increase reflected in the FY2027 Budget. 3.Council to consider a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Program 4.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to SETEX Construction Corp., of Beaumont, for the Highway 124 12-Inch Water Main Replacement (Phelps Road to Downs Road) Project. 5.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to the contract with Pro-Pipe Inc., of Irvine, CA for the Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Work Order Contract – Phase V. 6.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept maintenance and authorize final payment to Elite Contractors for the Athletic Complex – Rehabilitation of Parking Lots and Engelbrecht Drive Project. 7.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the Emergency Repair of a 60-Inch Sewer Trunk Line at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. 8.Council to consider an ordinance reducing total compensation for the Mayor and Council to zero. 9.Council to consider granting a new solid waste franchise agreement to Bulldog Roll- Off Dumpsters, LLC 10.Council to consider a request for approval of an abandonment to a portion of a Water Utility Easement located on the northwest portion of the property located at 1850 W. Commerce Parkway. 11.Council to consider a request for approval of a Specific Use Permit to allow a community garden and associated education and neighborhood activities within a GC- MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) and RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) zoning district for property located South of 2060 Irving Avenue. 12.Council to consider a request for approval of a Specific Use Permit to allow a washateria within an RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) zoning district for property located at 3505 Pine Street. PUBLIC HEARING Council to conduct a Public Hearing and receive comments on the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) WORK SESSION Council to review and discuss Zip special transit services Council to review and discuss the 2026 Tax Abatement Policy COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Jacqueline K. Gunner at (409) 880-3782. A TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Tina Broussard, City Clerk MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider approving August 18, 2026, City Council meeting minutes. BACKGROUND None FUNDING SOURCE None RECOMMENDATION Approval of the minutes ATTACHMENTS Minutes - August 18, 2026 MINUTES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT COUNCIL MEETING Albert “A.J.” Turner, At-Large ROY WEST, MAYOR Mike Williams, At-Large Cory Crenshaw, Mayor Pro Tem CITY COUNCIL MEETING Joey Hilliard, Ward II LaDonna Sherwood, Ward IIIAUGUST 18, 2026 Chris Durio, Ward IV Tina Broussard, City Clerk Chris Boone, City Manager Sharae Reed, City Attorney The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session in strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 on August 18, 2026, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, at 1:30 p.m., to consider the following: OPENING Mayor West called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Presentations – Communication Update Public Comment: Citizens may speak on the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda Items 1-8 or any other topic. Citizens wishing to speak on Item 9 will be given the opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing. Pastor Emauel Echols with St. James United Methodist Church gave the invocation. Mayor West led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, City Clerk. Present at the meeting were Mayor West, Mayor Pro Tem Crenshaw, Councilmembers Durio, Hilliard, Turner, Williams and Sherwood. Also, present were Chris Boone, City Manager; Sharae Reed, City Attorney; Tina Broussard, City Clerk. Public Comment: Citizens may speak on the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda Items 1-8 or any other topic. Citizens wishing to speak on Item 9 will be given the opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing. (Public comments can be heard or seen on the City of Beaumont’s website at beaumonttexas.gov) William Sinclair3400 Veterans CircleBeaumont TX Albert Harrison1240 AshleyBeaumont TX Jerome Alexander1119 Evalon St.Beaumont TX Larry Gouthia925 Devilleneuve St.Beaumont TX Lashon Proctor4680 Jancar Dr.Beaumont TX Kristi Ehrensberger3050 LibertyBeaumont TX Minutes – August 18, 2026 Judith Rich995 Monterey Dr.Beaumont TX Rodney Dencklau4105 Chaison Ave.Beaumont TX CONSENT AGENDA (Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and are considered non- controversial. The Consent Agenda can be acted upon in one motion. A consensus of the Council is required to remove any item for discussion and separate action.) A.Council to consider approving August 4, 2026, City Council meeting minutes. B.Council to consider a resolution rejecting all proposals submitted for the purchase of Automotive Batteries – Resolution 26-195 C.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the Beaumont City Manager to be the designated authorized official to apply for, accept, decline, modify, or cancel the grant application for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant Program and all necessary documents to accept said grant – Resolution 26-196 D.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to renew a contract with Motorola Solutions Inc – Resolution 26-197 E.Council to consider a resolution approving the renewal of an annual maintenance agreement with SirsiDynix of Lehi, UT for use in the libraries – Resolution 26-198 F.Council consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a Roof Lease Agreement with BeyondReach, LLC for use of rooftop and related equipment space at the city-owned building located at 6375 Walden Road - Resolution 26-199 G.Council consider a resolution approving the renewal of a hardware maintenance contract for network equipment used by IT for all departments from CDW-G of Vernon Hills, IL – Resolution 26-200 Councilmember Williams moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hilliard seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED REGULAR AGENDA The City Manager asked that Item #2 be moved in front of Item #1 2.Council to consider a resolution to receive the proposed FY 2027 Budget and scheduling a public hearing. Minutes – August 18, 2026 Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, the City shall file a proposed budget with the municipal clerk before the governing body of the municipality makes its tax levy for the fiscal year, and pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, the governing body of a municipality shall hold a public hearing on the budget. The Administration recommends that a public hearing be held on September 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, located at 801 Main Street. The City Clerk will publish the notice of the public hearing. Councilmember Crenshaw moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE PROPOSED FY 2027 BUDGET HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND A PUBLIC HEARING IS HEREBY SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, AT 1:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 801 MAIN STREET, BEAUMONT, TEXAS; AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE CITY CLERK IS TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED RESOLUTION 26-202 1.Council to consider establishing and taking a record vote on the Proposed 2026 tax rate and schedule a public hearing. Chapter 26 of the Property Tax Code requires taxing units to comply with truth-in-taxation laws in adopting their tax rate and requires the governing body to hold a public hearing when the proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the no-new revenue or voter approval tax rate. Administration recommends Council establish a proposed tax rate required to support the City Manager’s proposed budget equal to a tax rate of $0.695000/$100 of valuation. In accordance with Chapter 26 of the Property Tax Code, if the proposed rate exceeds the no-new revenue rate of $0.683976/$100 or the voter-approval tax rate of $0.764867/$100, the City Council must take a record vote to place the proposal to adopt a rate not higher than the proposed rate on the agenda of a future meeting. The no-new revenue tax rate is the rate that would produce the same amount of taxes in FY 2027 as produced in FY 2026 if it applied to the same properties taxed in both years. The proposed tax rate of $0.695000/$100 exceeds the no-new revenue tax rate of $0.683976/$100 by $0.011024 /$100 or 1.61%. If the motion passes, a public hearing must be scheduled. The Administration recommends that a public hearing be held on September 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, located at 801 Main Street. The City Clerk will publish the notice of the public hearing. Approval of the ordinance. Minutes – August 18, 2026 Councilmember Sherwood moved to APPROVE THAT A RECORD VOTE BE TAKEN ON THE PROPOSED CHAPTER 26 OF THE PROPERTY TAX CODE 2026 TAX RATE AND A PUBLIC HEARING IS HEREBY SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, AT 1:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 801 MAIN STREET, BEAUMONT, TEXAS; AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE CITY CLERK IS TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE ST 1 RECORD VOTE: TAX RATE 0.695 MAYOR WEST – NO MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW – YES COUNCILMEMBER DURIO – NO COUNCILMEMBER HILLIARD – YES COUNCILMEMBER TURNER – NO COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS – YES COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD – NO MOTION FAILED MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW MOTION TO APPROVE THE TAX RATE AT 0.676950. COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD SECONDED THE MOTION. ND 2 RECORD VOTE: TAX RATE 0.676950 MAYOR WEST – NO MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW – YES COUNCILMEMBER DURIO – NO COUNCILMEMBER HILLIARD – YES COUNCILMEMBER TURNER – NO COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS – YES COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD – NO MOTION FAILED COUNCIL RECESSED AT 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 5:07 P.M. MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE TAX RATE AT 0.6832 MAYOR WEST AMENDED THE MOTION TO APPROVE THE TAX RATE AT 0.683976 RD 3 RECORD VOTE: TAX RATE 0.683976 MAYOR WEST – YES MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW – NO Minutes – August 18, 2026 COUNCILMEMBER DURIO – YES COUNCILMEMBER HILLIARD – NO COUNCILMEMBER TURNER – NO COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS – NO COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD – NO MOTION FAILED MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW MOTION TO APPROVE THE TAX RATE AT 0.6832 TH 4 RECORD VOTE: TAX RATE 0.6832 MAYOR WEST – NO MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW – YES COUNCILMEMBER DURIO – YES COUNCILMEMBER HILLIARD – NO COUNCILMEMBER TURNER – YES COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS – NO COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD – YES MOTION PASSED RESOLUTION 26-201 3.Council to consider a resolution to receive the proposed 2027 Capital Program and scheduling a public hearing. The City Charter, in Article VI, Section 19, requires the City Manager to submit a five-year Capital Program to the City Council. The proposed 2027 Capital Program was originally presented to Council during the budget work session on May 14, 2026. Article VI, Section 20 of the Charter requires Council to hold a public hearing on the proposed Capital Program. The Administration recommends that a public hearing be held on September 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, located at 801 Main Street. The City Clerk will publish the notice of the public hearing. Councilmember Sherwood moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE PROPOSED FY 2027 CAPITAL PROGRAM HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND A PUBLIC HEARING IS HEREBY SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, AT 1:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 801 MAIN STREET, BEAUMONT, TEXAS; AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE CITY CLERK IS TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED Minutes – August 18, 2026 RESOLUTION 26-203 4.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept maintenance and authorize final payment to Eastex Utility Construction, for the Phelps Road Drainage Improvements Project. On November 4, 2025, by Resolution No. 25-284, City Council awarded a contract to Eastex Utility Construction, of Beaumont, in the amount of $1,080,289.00, for the Phelps Road Drainage Improvements Project. Previous Change Orders No. 1 and 2, in the amount of ($51,063.70), resulted in a final contract amount of $1,029,225.30. The project has been inspected by the Engineering Division and found to be complete in accordance with the provisions and terms set forth in the contract. Acceptance of maintenance, and final payment in the amount of $51,461.27 is recommended. Funds will come from Certificates of Obligation in the amount of $124,225.30 and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) under the 2019 Hazard Mitigation Competition in the amount of $905,000.00. Approval of the resolution. Councilmember Durio moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO ACCEPT MAINTENANCE AND MAKE FINAL PAYMENT TO EASTEX UTILITY CONSTRUCTION, OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS IN THE AMOUNT OF $51,461.27, FOR THE PHELPS ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Councilmember Sherwood seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED RESOLUTION 26-204 5.Council to consider a resolution for the installation of a State Historical Marker at Beaumont Municipal Airport. – Item Pulled The Jefferson County Historical Commission is seeking support for the installation of a State Historical Marker from the Texas Historical Commission onto City of Beaumont property. The Jefferson County Historical Commission is applying for a marker for the Coastal Patrol Base No. 10, which was a Civil Air Patrol Base during World War II and located at the current Municipal Airport. Coastal Patrol Base No. 10 was established at Beaumont Municipal Airport during World War II as part of the Civil Air Patrol, supporting antisubmarine patrol operations along the upper Texas coast. Activated on July 1, 1942, the base supported anti-submarine patrols, maritime surveillance, and search and rescue operations during a period when the Gulf of Minutes – August 18, 2026 Mexico has become a critical theater in the war. At its peak, the base maintained 26 rated pilots, 19 observers, and 16 aircraft, enabling sustained surveillance of critical shipping lanes. Although operations were relocated to San Benito later that year due to increasing congestion at Beaumont Municipal Airport, the base continued supporting federal coastal defense efforts through regular patrols, intelligence reporting, and emergency response missions. The Coastal Patrol Base No. 10 played a significant and measurable role in the nation’s wartime coastal defense network. In July 1943 alone, the base logged 583 anti-submarine patrol flight hours and maintained continuous aircraft readiness, demonstrating its importance within the Civil Air Patrol’s federally directed operations. While no confirmed submarine sinkings were attributed to the base, its persistent aerial surveillance helped deter enemy submarines, protect critical petroleum shipping routes, and strengthen the Gulf Coast defense system. On July 13, 2026, the Historic Landmark Commission voted 9:0:1 to recommend approval of this request. 6.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to allocate additional local funds to the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-DR) Disaster Relief Program, Contract No. 24-067-018-E205. On July 26, 2022, by Resolution No. 22-182, City Council authorized the Interim City Manager to submit an application to the Texas General Land Office (TGLO) for Contract No. 24-067-018-E205 (Phelps Road Drainage Improvements) under the CDBG-DR Program to address major drainage improvements identified as being at risk due to Tropical Storm Imelda. The total approved project budget was $1,055,479.65, consisting of $1,000,000.00 in CDBG-DR grant funds for construction, acquisition, and professional services, and a required City cash match of $55,479.65 for construction activities. Of the grant funding, $95,000.00 was budgeted for administration and environmental services and $905,000.00 for construction. The final construction contract amount, including approved change orders, totaled $1,029,225.30, combined with the $95,000.00 in grant-funded administration and environmental services, the total project cost is $1,124,225.30. Accordingly, the City must allocate an additional $68,745.65 in local funds to cover construction costs exceeding the original budget and satisfy the grant requirements. Funds will come from Certificates of Obligation in the amount of $124,225.30 and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) under the 2019 Hazard Mitigation Competition in the amount of $1,000,000.00. Approval of the resolution. Councilmember Durio moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF $68,745.65 ADDITIONAL FUNDS TO THE CITY’S CDBG- DISASTER RELIEF (CDBG-DR) PROGRAM CONTRACT NO. 24-067-018-E 205 WITH THE TEXAS GENERAL LAND OFFICE (GLO). Councilmember Sherwood seconded the motion. Minutes – August 18, 2026 AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED RESOLUTION 26-205 7.Council to consider granting a new solid waste franchise agreement to Nexus Disposal, LLC. Pursuant to City Ordinance 22.05.101, no person shall engage in the business of collecting, hauling or transporting in the city, any garbage, waste or refuse, without first having obtained a franchise from the city. Twelve (12) entities currently have nonexclusive franchise agreements with the city and are doing business in this area. Nexus Disposal, LLC, has requested that the City Council grant the company such franchise agreement. “Founded in 2002, Nexus Disposal LLC is a family-owned and operated waste management company proudly serving the Greater Houston area. With more than 40 years of combined industry experience, we are committed to providing reliable, safe, and customer-focused service to our commercial, industrial, construction, and community customers. Nexus Disposal LLC provides full-service waste solutions to commercial, industrial, construction, and community customers.” The requested franchise is generally the same as those previously approved by City Council. It provides for a term of one year from its effective date and a franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross revenues received for service. It also requires the entity to indemnify the City of Beaumont and provide insurance which names the City of Beaumont as a named insured. In accordance with City Charter, the franchise ordinance requires a reading at one (1) Council meeting. The ordinance does not take effect until thirty (30) days after its adoption and approval by City Council. After the passage of a franchise ordinance, the full text of such ordinance shall be published on the City’s website. Funds will come from the franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross receipts that will be paid to the City. Approval of the ordinance. Councilmember Crenshaw moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A FRANCHISE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO NEXUS DISPOSAL, LLC. Councilmember Hilliard seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE Minutes – August 18, 2026 MOTION PASSED ORDINANCE 26-045 8.Council to consider granting a new solid waste franchise agreement to Local Solution Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Local Sanitation. Pursuant to City Ordinance 22.05.101, no person shall engage in the business of collecting, hauling or transporting in the city, any garbage, waste or refuse, without first having obtained a franchise from the City. Twelve (12) entities currently have nonexclusive franchise agreements with the City and are doing business in this area. Local Solution Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Local Sanitation, has requested that the City Council grant the company such franchise agreement. “Local Solution Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Local Sanitation, is a privately held waste-management company headquartered in Texas. According to the company’s valuation summary ‘LSE is a privately held firm...incorporated on October 22, 2018...and the members elected S-corporation status on January 10, 2018.’ Since its formation, LSE has expanded into a leading regional provider of residential and commercial waste-collection services, operating on a calendar- year basis with cash-method tax reporting and accrual-method internal financials.” The requested franchise is generally the same as those previously approved by City Council. It provides for a term of one year from its effective date and a franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross revenues received for service. It also requires the entity to indemnify the City of Beaumont and provide insurance which names the City of Beaumont as a named insured. In accordance with City Charter, the franchise ordinance requires a reading at one (1) Council meeting. The ordinance does not take effect until thirty (30) days after its adoption and approval by City Council. After the passage of a franchise ordinance, the full text of such ordinance shall be published on the City’s website. Funds will come from the franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross receipts that will be paid to the City. Councilmember Sherwood moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A FRANCHISE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO LOCAL SOLUTION ENTERPRISE, INC. Councilmember Hilliard seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, TURNER, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED ORDINANCE 26-046 Minutes – August 18, 2026 PUBLIC HEARING Council to conduct a Public Hearing finding and ratifying the determination of the Public Health Director that public health nuisances exist on the property owned by Leduc Partnership LTD at 180 E Virginia St., with a legal description of EISENTRAUT L19 B1 and order the owner to abate public health nuisances within 10 days, staff is requesting City Council to abate said property without further notification to the property owner of City Council action. Public Hearing Open: 5:33 p.m. Michael Leduc4635 Littlefield St.Beaumont TX Public Hearing Close: 5:38 p.m. COUNCILMEMBER TURNER LEFT THE MEETING AT 5:37 P.M. 9.Council to consider an ordinance finding and ratifying the determination of the Public Health Director that public health nuisances exist on the property owned by Leduc Partnership LTD at 180 E Virginia St., with a legal description of EISENTRAUT L19 B1 and order the owner to abate public health nuisances within 10 days, staff is requesting City Council to abate said property without further notification to the property owner of City Council action. According to Beaumont's Code of Ordinances Chapter 10 Health and Sanitation, Section 10.01.001 a nuisance is defined as whatever is dangerous to human life or welfare or whatever renders the ground, the water, the air, or food a hazard or injury to human health, is hereby declared to be a nuisance. The legal description and violations of this property are EISENTRAUT L19 B1 Violations: Chapter 10 Health and Sanitation, Article 10.01.003, Stagnant or offensive water on private premises, Article 10.01.005 Discharge from septic tanks, Sewer overflowing, and Article 10.04.001 Rat Proofing. Funds will come from the General Fund. Approval of the ordinance. Councilmember Durio moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE STRUCTURE AT 180 E. VIRGINIA STREET, WITH THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF EISENTRAUT L 19 B 1, BEAUMONT, T EXAS, TO BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THAT THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) HAVE TEN (10) DAYS TO COMPLY. Councilmember Crenshaw seconded the motion. AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM CRENSHAW, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, HILLIARD, WILLIAMS AND SHERWOOD NAYS:NONE MOTION PASSED ORDINANCE 26-047 Minutes – August 18, 2026 COUNCILMEMBER TURNER RETURNED TO THE MEETING AT 5:56 P.M. WORK SESSION Council to review and discuss planning funding for the Beaumont Botanical Garden COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Councilmember comments can be heard or seen on the City of Beaumont’s website at beaumonttexas.gov) With there being no Executive Session the meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m. Roy West, Mayor Tina Broussard, City Clerk Minutes – August 18, 2026 B TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Amalia Villarreal, P.E., CFM, Director of Public Works MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution approving the award of the Automotive Batteries contract. BACKGROUND Automotive batteries are used primarily by the Fleet Division to support the City’s vehicle and equipment operations. Staff recommends awarding the automotive batteries contract to NAPA of Beaumont at an estimated annual cost of $87,868.85. The estimated annual cost represents a 17.84% increase compared to the current contract. Pricing was obtained through Texas Buyboard, a cooperative purchasing association providing cities and political subdivisions with the means to purchase items at volume pricing. Use of Texas Buyboard complies with applicable State of Texas procurement statutes. FUNDING SOURCE Fleet Fund. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. ATTACHMENTS C TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Demi Engman, Director of Planning and Community Development MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip. BACKGROUND Administration seeks authorization to submit a grant application to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) FY2026 Bus and Bus Facilities Program to improve our transit system by enhancing our our transit facilities, replace rolling stock, and modernize transit services. Requested funding to the FTA will be $4,307,673, which requires a local match of $950,673. Grant funds will be used to reroof transit headquarters, replace the generator at transit headquarters, procure real-time tracking hardware, implement fare collection modernization, replace three (3) paratransit vans, replace two-way radios, and improve bus stops with full amenity shelters and/or benches. Staff intend to apply for Transportation Development Credits (TDCs) through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to reduce the City's required local match of $950,673 to $0. Under TxDOT's revised process, TDCs may only be requested after the FTA grant application has been submitted. FUNDING SOURCE Federal Transit Administration and the General Fund. If Transportation Development Credits are approved, the General Fund will not be impacted. SourceAmount Federal Transit Administration$4,307,673 City$950,673 Total: $5,258,346 RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. D TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider an appointment to the Police Department Community Advisory Committee. BACKGROUND Councilmember Hilliard appoints Stephen "Doc" Watson to fill the unexpired term of Drew Davidson on the Police Department Community Advisory Committee. The term shall begin September 8, 2026, and expire on September 30, 2027. FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION None. ATTACHMENTS E TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Freddie Willard, Director of Convention and Tourism MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider authorizing the Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau, to apply and accept funding from the Jefferson County Tourism Commission (JCTC) for $18,450 for payment of the Texas Travel Counselors Conference (TTCC), April 11-15, 2027. BACKGROUND The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau received and responded to a request for a proposal to host the 2027 Texas Travel Counselors Conference (TTCC). The City of Beaumont was awarded the conference for 2027. As part of the agreement to host the conference, the Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is responsible for the planning and costs associated with hosting the 2027 conference. The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is requesting 100% of the funds required to shuttle buses to transport (TTCC) attendees within Beaumont and to surrounding areas. FUNDING SOURCE Grant. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the Resolution. ATTACHMENTS PUBLIC HEARING Council to conduct a Joint Public Hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Program 1 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Bridgette Evick, CPA, Chief Financial Officer MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider an Ordinance adopting a budget for operating the municipal government of the City of Beaumont for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027; adopting a Master Fee Schedule; appropriating money for the various funds and purposes of such budget including appropriations of money to pay interest and principal sinking fund requirement on all indebtedness; repealing all ordinances and appropriations in conflict with the provisions of the ordinance; and establishing an effective date. BACKGROUND In accordance with the Texas Local Government Code and the City Charter, the City Council shall adopt an annual budget. At the conclusion of the public hearing on the budget, the governing body of the municipality shall take action on the proposed budget. A vote to adopt the budget must be a record vote. Adoption of a budget that will require raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year requires a separate vote of the governing body to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget. A vote under this subsection is in addition to and separate from the vote to adopt the budget or a vote to set the tax rate required by Chapter 26, Tax Code, or other law. The City of Beaumont‘s proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget was filed with the City Clerk on August 17th. The City Manager presented the proposed budget to the City Council on August 18th. The City Council is required to hold a public hearing on the budget which will be held today, September 8, 2026. In accordance with the City's fiscal year 2027 budget calendar for the adoption of the City's budget, and to comply with the Texas Local Government Code requirements, the adoption of the budget is scheduled for September 8, 2026. The proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget submitted on August 18th has been adjusted for the reduction in revenues resulting from the proposed tax rate approved by City Council being lower than that proposed in the budget. In addition, due to the approved Proposed 2026 Tax Rate being calculated during the meeting after extensive discussion, the final calculated Proposed 2026 Tax Rate included in the budget is slightly lower at a rate of $0.68293, down from the approved $0.6832. This slight reduction is intended to reflect the final calculation of the stated goal of adopting a property tax rate that represents the Current Adopted Rate, plus additional revenue to cover the full amount of General Obligation Bond debt approved by the voters in November 2025. The proposed budget includes the Master Fee Schedule for the 2027 Fiscal Year, and the City's total personnel count. FUNDING SOURCE Not Applicable RECOMMENDATION Approval of the Ordinance ATTACHMENTS FY 2027 Master Fee Schedule 2 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Bridgette Evick, CPA, Chief Financial Officer MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider an ordinance ratifying the budgeted property tax increase reflected in the FY2027 Budget. BACKGROUND Section 102.007 of the Local Government Code includes the following: "Adoption of a budget that will require raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year requires a separate vote of the governing body to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget. A vote under this subsection is in addition to and separate from the vote to adopt the budget or a vote to set the tax rate required by Chapter 26, Tax Code, or other law." The budgeted revenue from property taxes is expected to be $1,330,424 more than FY2026. FUNDING SOURCE Not Applicable RECOMMENDATION Approval of the ordinance ATTACHMENTS 3 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Bridgette Evick, CPA, Chief Financial Officer MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Program BACKGROUND Article VI, Section 20 of the City Charter states that "the Council shall, by resolution, adopt the Capital Program with or without amendment after the public hearing in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code." The capital program was originally submitted to the Council on May 14, 2026. A revised copy of the capital program was submitted to Council on August 18th, 2026. FUNDING SOURCE Not Applicable RECOMMENDATION Approval of the Resolution ATTACHMENTS 4 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Amalia Villarreal, P.E., CFM, Director of Public Works MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to SETEX Construction Corp., of Beaumont, for the Highway 124 12-Inch Water Main Replacement (Phelps Road to Downs Road) Project. BACKGROUND On March 18, 2025, by Resolution No. 25-045, City Council awarded a contract to SETEX Construction Corp., of Beaumont, for the Highway 124 12-Inch Water Main Replacement (From Phelps Road to Downs Road) Project in the amount of $283,521.76. Previous Change Order Nos. 1-2 in the amount of $25,072.65 are attached for your reference. Proposed Change Order No. 3 will decrease the contract amount by ($2,910.00) and is required to adjust the estimated quantities in the contract to reflect the actual quantities used to complete the project and to add 128 calendar days to reflect the actual days used in the completion of the project. If approved, the final contract amount will be $305,684.41. The project has been inspected by Water Utilities Staff and found to be complete in accordance with the provisions and terms set out in the contract. Acceptance of Change Order No. 3, maintenance, and final payment in the amount of $15,284.22 is recommended. FUNDING SOURCE Water Revenue Bonds. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. ATTACHMENTS Hwy 124 WL C_O3 - Acceptance 5 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Amalia Villarreal, P.E., CFM, Director of Public Works MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to the contract with Pro-Pipe Inc., of Irvine, CA for the Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Work Order Contract – Phase V. BACKGROUND On September 3, 2024, by Resolution No. 24-215, City Council awarded a contract to Pro-Pipe, Inc., of Irvine, California in the amount of $655,289.11 for the Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Work Order Contract – Phase V. Previous Change Order Nos. 1-2, in the amount of $160,020.00 are attached for your reference. Proposed Change Order No. 3, in the amount of ($192,703.98) is required to adjust the estimated quantities in the contract to reflect the actual quantities used in the completion of the project and to add an additional 100 calendar days to reflect the actual time used in the completion of the project. If approved, the final contract amount would be $622,605.13. The project has been inspected by Water Utilities Staff and found to be complete in accordance with the provisions and terms set out in the contract. Acceptance of Change Order No. 3, maintenance, and final payment in the amount of $52,085.16 is recommended. FUNDING SOURCE American Rescue Fund and Water Revenue Bonds. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. ATTACHMENTS SS Evaluation Work Order Contract - Phase V C_O3/Acceptance 6 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Amalia Villarreal, P.E., CFM, Director of Public Works MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept maintenance and authorize final payment to Elite Contractors for the Athletic Complex – Rehabilitation of Parking Lots and Engelbrecht Drive Project. BACKGROUND On November 4, 2026, by Resolution No. 25-282, City Council awarded a contract to Elite Contractors, of Kirbyville, in the amount of $1,588,922.00, for the Athletic Complex – Rehabilitation of Parking Lots and Engelbrecht Drive Project. Previous Change Orders Nos. 1-3, in the amount of $56,930.00, resulted in a final contract amount of $1,645,852.00. The project has been inspected by the Engineering Division and found to be complete in accordance with the provisions and terms set forth in the contract. Acceptance of maintenance, and final payment in the amount of $81,970.55 is recommended. FUNDING SOURCE Certificates of Obligation. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. ATTACHMENTS Athletic Complex Final 7 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Mike Harris, Director of Water Utilities MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution authorizing the Emergency Repair of a 60-Inch Sewer Trunk Line at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. BACKGROUND On June 23, 2026, City staff identified a significant cavity near the entrance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant between two junction boxes connected by the 60-inch sanitary sewer interceptor. Subsequent inspection revealed that the crown of the 60-inch concrete interceptor had deteriorated and failed, resulting in a collapse near the main junction box. Over the following days, the remaining portion of the pipe crown also failed. This interceptor conveys a substantial portion of the City's wastewater flow to the main junction box located within the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The collapse created an immediate threat to wastewater conveyance and plant operations, requiring prompt emergency action to prevent service disruptions and potential environmental impacts. An emergency contract has been put in place with King Solution Services, LLC, of Houston, Texas at an estimated cost of $230,100.00 to complete the repairs. FUNDING SOURCE Water Revenue Bonds. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the resolution. ATTACHMENTS Agenda Attachment - Emergency Repair at WWTP Proposal Emergency Repair at WWTP Project Name Beaumont WWTP Location Job No. Owner InformationContractor Information Owner InformationCity of BeaumontCompanyKing Solution Services, LLC NameKevin YoungNameAllan Negrete City, State ZIPBeaumont, Texas 77707Address13221 Chrisman Rd Phone409-785-4742City, State ZIPHouston, TX 77039 Emailkevin.young@beaumonttexas.govPhone832-812-4820 Completion date Project nameEmergency Repair at WWTP Scope of Work The work consists of a point repair of the existing 60-inch sanitary sewer at an approximate depth of 18 feet. The City will coordinate temporary shutdown and isolation of the contributing lift stations to reduce influent flow during critical repair operations; a temporary bypass pumping system is not included. The Contractor will provide temporary sewer plugging and residual flow managemen as required; perform excavation and install engineered trench protection/shoring; remove and dispose of the failed section of existing pipe; and place crushed stone bedding/subgrade stabilization as required. The replacement 60-inch sewer pipe will be installed and connected to the existing system utilizing enclosure couplings, with pipe penetrations and annular spaces at the existing junction structures sealed using approved grout, Ram-Nek, and/or compatible sealing materials. Following completion of the pipe installation, the excavation will be backfilled with 2-sack stabilized sand, shoring will be removed in accordance with the backfill sequence, and affected pavement, concrete, and surface improvements will be restored to existing conditions, followed by final site cleanup and demobilization. Company Proposal KING SOLUTION SERVICES, LLC herein proposes to furnish all labor, equipment, and services for accomplishing the referenced task. 8/28/2026 Submitted by (Company Representative)Date Engineer Acceptance SignatureDate Owner Acceptance SignatureDate Cost Breakdown Mobilization/ Demobilization 1$28,000.00$28,000.00 LS Excavation & Spoils Handling 1$18,000.00$18,000.00 LS Trench Protection / Shoring Installation & Removal 1$15,000.00$15,000.00 LS 2$21,200.00$42,400.00 MO Temporary Sewer Plugging / Flow Control1$13,500.00$13,500.00 LS Residual Flow Management 1$8,000.00$8,000.00 LS Remove Existing Collapsed 60" Sewer Pipe & Disposal1$8,100.00$8,100.00 LS Foundation Stabilization / Rock1$6,000.00$6,000.00 LS Furnish & Install New 60" Sewer Pipe including 60" Pipe Coupling / Connection 1$57,300.00$57,300.00 LS Materials Stabilized Sand / Backfill/ Compaction1$9,800.00$9,800.00 LS Junction Box Connection / Annular Space Sealing1$5,500.00$5,500.00 LS Remove and Replace Manhole Precast Concrete cone/ with New Ring and Cover 1$4,750.00$4,750.00 EA (Including 1" corrosion resistant liner) Concrete Restoration 50$185.00$9,250.00 SY Final Cleanup/ Site Restoration 1$4,500.00$4,500.00 LS Total $230,100.00 Page 2 of 2 8 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider an ordinance reducing total compensation for the Mayor and Council to zero. BACKGROUND Article III, Section 4 of the City Charter states salaries of the Mayor and Council members shall be set by ordinance. In 1985, Ordinance 85-05 approved increases in the amount of: Title/TypeBaseAdministrativeAuto Mayor$6,000$12,000$6,000 Mayor Pro Tem$4,800$9,000$6,000 Councilmember$4,800$6,000$6,000 This reflects the Council’s current compensation. In 2023, total compensation was evaluated and the proposed salary increases were rejected by the Council. At the request of Councilmembers Williams and Hilliard, an ordinance is being proposed to reduce total compensation for the Mayor and Council to zero. Given the City Charter only restricts when a salary increase may be enacted; this ordinance, if passed, will become effective upon passage unless directed otherwise. FUNDING SOURCE Not applicable RECOMMENDATION None ATTACHMENTS 9 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Bridgette Evick, CPA, Chief Financial Officer MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider granting a new solid waste franchise agreement to Bulldog Roll-Off Dumpsters, LLC BACKGROUND Pursuant to City Ordinance 22.05.101, no person shall engage in the business of collecting, hauling or transporting in the city, any garbage, waste or refuse, without first having obtained a franchise from the City. Fourteen (14) entities currently have nonexclusive franchise agreements with the City and are doing business in this area. Bulldog Roll-Off Dumpsters, LLC, has requested that the City Council grant the company such franchise agreement. Bulldog Roll-Off Dumpsters, LLC is a locally owned and operated waste management and roll-off equipment rental provider. Established in 2022, the company operates as a sole owner-operated business and specializes in delivering reliable container rentals for residential cleanouts, home renovations, commercial construction, and contractor job sites. The requested franchise is generally the same as those previously approved by City Council. It provides for a term of one year from its effective date and a franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross revenues received for service. It also requires the entity to indemnify the City of Beaumont and provide insurance which names the City of Beaumont as a named insured. In accordance with City Charter, the franchise ordinance requires a reading at one (1) Council meeting. The ordinance does not take effect until thirty (30) days after its adoption and approval by City Council. After the passage of a franchise ordinance, the full text of such ordinance shall be published on the City’s website. Attached is a copy of the franchise ordinance for your review. FUNDING SOURCE A franchise fee of seven percent (7%) of gross receipts will be paid to the City. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the ordinance. ATTACHMENTS Franchise Ordinance and Agreement 10 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Demi Engman, Director of Planning and Community Development MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a request for approval of an Abandonment to a portion of a Water Utility Easement located on the northwest portion of the property located at 1850 W. Commerce Parkway. BACKGROUND The City of Beaumont is requesting an Abandonment to a portion of a Water Utility Easement located on the northwest portion of the property located at 1850 W. Commerce Parkway. The portion of the abandonment currently holds a water meter, that is scheduled to be relocated to allow for a parking lot expansion. When the meter is relocated the portion of the easement will no longer be needed. At a Joint Public Hearing held on August 17, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended 7:0 to approve the request for an Abandonment to a portion of a Water Utility Easement located on the northwest portion of the property located at 1850 W. Commerce Parkway. FUNDING SOURCE Not applicable. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the ordinance. ATTACHMENTS Legal Description Staff Report LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES BEING approximately a 100-square-foot water line easement situated in the C. Williams Survey, Abstract No. 59, and being out of and part of Lot 6A of the Washington Boulevard Park, according County, Texas; said 100-square-foot easement being more particularly described as follows: NOTE: All bearings are referenced to the Texas State Plane Coordinate System South Central Zone NAD83(2011). All distances and acreages are surface. being an exterior ell corner of the said Lot 6A of the Washington Boulevard Park, and being the southeast corner of Lot 13 of the said Washington Boulevard Park, according to the plat thereof 029879, Official Public Records, Jefferson County, Texas; Park for a distance of 147.18-feet to a point for corner, said point also being the POINT OF BEGINNING of the tract herein described; -feet to a point for corner; -feet to a point for corner; -feet to a point for corner; -feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING and containing 100-square-feet, more or less. 11 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Demi Engman, Director of Planning and Community Development MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a request for approval of a Specific Use Permit to allow a community garden and associated education and neighborhood activities within a GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) and RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) zoning district for property located South of 2060 Irving Avenue. BACKGROUND Christopher Jones, on behalf of the South End Charlton-Pollard Greater Historic Community Association, requests approval of a Specific Use Permit to allow a community garden and associated educational and neighborhood activities within a GC-MD (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) and RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling- Highest Density) zoning district located south of 2060 Irving. On April 7, 2026, City Council approved Resolution No. 26-070 for the lease of the city- owned lots for five years for the purpose of establishing a community garden. At a Joint Public Hearing held on August 17, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended 7:0 to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a community garden and associated educational and neighborhood activities within a GC-MD (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) and RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling- Highest Density) zoning district located south of 2060 Irving, with the following condition: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or FOG program. FUNDING SOURCE Not applicable. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the ordinance, with the following condition: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or FOG program. ATTACHMENTS Legal Description Staff Report LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Being the northern 1/2 of Lots 1, 2 and 3 and all of Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 1 of the Amos Addition and 1/2 of Tract 22 and all of Tract 23, Plat D of the David Brown League Survey, Beaumont Jefferson County, Texas including 152' x 34.5' of the westernmost portion of the Grant Street right-of-way, containing approximately 1.53 acres 12 TO:City Council FROM:Christopher S. Boone, City Manager PREPARED BY:Demi Engman, Director of Planning and Community Development MEETING DATE:September 8, 2026 REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a request for approval of a Specific Use Permit to allow a washateria within an RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) zoning district for property located at 3505 Pine Street. BACKGROUND Sergio Sierra Serrano is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a washateria within an RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) zoning district located at 3505 Pine Street. The proposed self-service laundromat will operate from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven days a week. In addition to the self-service, a drop-off wash and fold service will be provided on site as well. This property is located within a Conservation Revitalization area, these are built up areas where a significant portion of the area is experience influences such as incompatible land uses, dilapidated and derelict structures, a deteriorating or poor public infrastructure, and a decline in population and in the number of housing units and businesses. Immediate actions are needed to prevent continued deterioration and the reverse and repair those conditions. The existing commercial building has been vacant for approximately ten years. The proposed washateria would occupy the existing structure and is located adjacent to an existing church, school and neighborhood park. At a Joint Public Hearing held on August 17, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended 7:0 to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a washateria within an RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) zoning district for property located at 3505 Pine Street, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or FOG program. 2. Shall relocate the water meter to be within the City right-of-way. 3. Shall submit a parking plan to be approved by the Public Works Department. The parking plan shall not allow for cars to back directly out of a spot into oncoming traffic. 4. The existing privacy fence shall be repaired and maintained in an upright, structurally sound, and in good condition at all times. FUNDING SOURCE Not applicable. RECOMMENDATION Approval of the ordinance, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or FOG program. 2. Shall relocate the water meter to be within the City right-of-way. 3. Shall submit a parking plan to be approved by the Public Works Department. The parking plan shall not allow for cars to back directly out of a spot into oncoming traffic. 4. The existing privacy fence shall be repaired and maintained in an upright, structurally sound, and in good condition at all times. ATTACHMENTS Legal Description Staff Report LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Being all of Tracts 178, 178 A, C, E & D, Abstract 7, Plat B-16, J. W. Bullock League Survey, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas containing 9.125 acres, more or less. PUBLIC HEARING Council to conduct a Public Hearing and receive comments on the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) WORK SESSION Council to review and discuss Zip special transit services Council to review and discuss the 2026 Tax Abatement Policy