REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. in the Kenneth T. Nunn Council Room in City Hall, Texas City, Texas. A quorum having been met, the meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Dedrick D. Johnson.
1.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
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- Mayor Dedrick D. Johnson
- Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie
- Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
- Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson
- Commissioner District 3 Chris Sharp
- Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
- Absent:
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- Commissioner District 2 Keith Love
2.
INVOCATION
Led by David Buckley, Jr., Pastor of Sanford's Temple Church of God in Christ.
Led by David Buckley, Jr., Pastor of Sanford's Temple Church of God in Christ.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Abel Garza, Jr., Commissioner At-Large.
Led by Abel Garza, Jr., Commissioner At-Large.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
Presenting a Certificate of Recognition to Ronnie Oliver
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, recognized Ronnie Oliver for his exceptional leadership in American Legion Baseball.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, recognized Ronnie Oliver for his exceptional leadership in American Legion Baseball.
b.
Proclaiming November 3-7, 2025, as Municipal Courts Week.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented a proclamation to Connie Hayley, Interim Court Administrator, in honor of Municipal Courts Week.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented a proclamation to Connie Hayley, Interim Court Administrator, in honor of Municipal Courts Week.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Parks Division (Parks, Rec & Tour)
Charles Thompson, Assistant Superintendent, gave a PowerPoint presentation.
Charles Thompson, Assistant Superintendent, gave a PowerPoint presentation.
6.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were none.
There were none.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr., made a motion to approve Consent Agenda items 7a, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, l, and m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem, Thelma Bowie. Commissioner District 3, Chris Sharp, pulled Consent Agenda item 7b, and Mayor, Dedrick D. Johnson, pulled Consent Agenda item 7k for more discussion and both were voted on separately.
Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr., made a motion to approve Consent Agenda items 7a, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, l, and m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem, Thelma Bowie. Commissioner District 3, Chris Sharp, pulled Consent Agenda item 7b, and Mayor, Dedrick D. Johnson, pulled Consent Agenda item 7k for more discussion and both were voted on separately.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for the October 15, 2025, meeting. (City Secretary)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-122, approving and awarding Commission Grant funds in the amount of $2,500 to Memorial Lutheran and First Presbyterian Churches. (Commissioner Chris Sharp)
Chis Sharp, Commissioner District 3, pulled this Consent Agenda item to introduce Pastor Chon Pugh of Memorial Lutheran and First Presbyterian Churches. Paston Pugh discussed the two different initiatives the funds from the grant will benefit. The first initiative aims to sustain the Community Food Pantry, which will purchase shelf-stable food, fresh produce, and hygiene items. The second initiative will provide scholarships to cover full or partial fees for local youth to attend a camp focused on faith, leadership, and outdoor activities.
Chis Sharp, Commissioner District 3, pulled this Consent Agenda item to introduce Pastor Chon Pugh of Memorial Lutheran and First Presbyterian Churches. Paston Pugh discussed the two different initiatives the funds from the grant will benefit. The first initiative aims to sustain the Community Food Pantry, which will purchase shelf-stable food, fresh produce, and hygiene items. The second initiative will provide scholarships to cover full or partial fees for local youth to attend a camp focused on faith, leadership, and outdoor activities.
Motion by Commissioner District 3 Chris Sharp, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-119, accept a donation in the amount of $1,500 from the Galveston County Senior Citizens Activities, Inc. nonprofit 501C (3) for the Texas City, Nessler Senior Program. (Rec & Tour)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-123, authorizing the purchase of a 2026 F350 w/ Service Body and Crane for the Waste Water Treatment Plant. (Public Works- Utilities)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-124, authorizing the purchase of a Ven-Trac Slope Mower through Sourcewell Contract #60230155020: 112624-TTC. (Public Works)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
f.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-125, authorizing the library to purchase books and periodicals via Texas SmartBuy contract with Ingram Library Services and Brodart Co., not to exceed $115,000. (Moore Memorial Library)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
g.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-126, awarding ITB 2025-490 and entering into a contract for Right of Way Vegetation Management. (Public Works)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
h.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-127, approval of a blanket purchase order to TCEQ Annual Water System and Waste Water Permit Fees in the amount of $130,000. (Public Work-Utilities)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
i.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-128, authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas for the City's stop loss coverage. (Human Resources)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
j.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-130, appointing a member to the Civil Service Commission. (City Secretary)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
k.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-133, authorizing the purchase of an ETERRA EX-40 Slope Mower (Flail Mower) Attachment and a Hyundai Forklift. (Public Works)
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, pulled this Consent Agenda item to clarify the correct item being purchased.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, explains this item is for the purchase of a John Deere 6105 Tractor w/ Slope Mower for $177,295.07 through Sourcewell Ag 08293-DAC (PG BA CG 76).
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, pulled this Consent Agenda item to clarify the correct item being purchased.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, explains this item is for the purchase of a John Deere 6105 Tractor w/ Slope Mower for $177,295.07 through Sourcewell Ag 08293-DAC (PG BA CG 76).
Motion by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
l.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-134, authorizing the purchase of a 2026 F250 for Street and Bridge through TIPS USA 24091 TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES Contract. (Public Works- Street & Bridge)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
m.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-135, authorizing the purchase of a 2026 F750 Dump Truck through TIPS USA 24901 TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES Contract. (Public Works- Street & Bridge)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
8.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on the first reading of Ordinance 2025-07, amending the Texas City Code of Ordinances Title XV "Land Usage," Chapter 150 "Building Regulations; Construction"; Chapter 153 "Mechanical Regulations"; and Chapter 151 "Electricity" and Chapter 154 "Plumbing" to update the building permit requirements for insurance and surety bond. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggested requiring minimum insurance coverage of $300,000, with the City of Texas City designated as an additional insured party and a surety bond of $10,000 as a condition for the issuance of building permits to licensed contractors, plumbers, HVAC/mechanical contractors, and electricians for work performed in Texas City.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggested requiring minimum insurance coverage of $300,000, with the City of Texas City designated as an additional insured party and a surety bond of $10,000 as a condition for the issuance of building permits to licensed contractors, plumbers, HVAC/mechanical contractors, and electricians for work performed in Texas City.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-129, authorizing a professional design engineering services agreement with ARKK Engineers for the Central Park Blvd Project. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggests proceeding with the engineering design of the project to allow for the timely use of the County bond proceeds for the construction of the project.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggests proceeding with the engineering design of the project to allow for the timely use of the County bond proceeds for the construction of the project.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Chris Sharp
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2025-18, approving a variance to 106.25ft for the minimum lot width requirement for 7509 Wetzel. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggests approving a variance from the 200ft minimum lot width requirement in Section 159.050(F) for lots without access to municipal sanitary sewer service to 106.25ft for 7509 Wetzel to allow construction of a new single-family residence.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, suggests approving a variance from the 200ft minimum lot width requirement in Section 159.050(F) for lots without access to municipal sanitary sewer service to 106.25ft for 7509 Wetzel to allow construction of a new single-family residence.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-131, authorizing the rewiring of FM 2004 Water Well. (Public Works- Utilities)
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, explained the main supply wiring was stolen, and in the process, the large motor control centers that control the operation of the pumps sustained severe damage. Currently, the site is non-operational, and the wiring to connect an emergency standby generator was stolen as well. Crescent Electric evaluated the damages and estimated the cost of repairs to not exceed $450,000.00.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, explained the main supply wiring was stolen, and in the process, the large motor control centers that control the operation of the pumps sustained severe damage. Currently, the site is non-operational, and the wiring to connect an emergency standby generator was stolen as well. Crescent Electric evaluated the damages and estimated the cost of repairs to not exceed $450,000.00.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2025-132, awarding RFP 2025-492 and entering into a contract for Construction Manager at Risk services for the Municipal Complex. (Public Works)
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, suggests selecting Spawglass Construction as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contractor for the new Municipal Complex. He went on to say that there were many qualified vendors with great bids and the committee did not feel like they could have gone wrong with any of them, but Spawglass impressed them the most, and it is the same company that built the current City Hall in 1955.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, suggests selecting Spawglass Construction as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contractor for the new Municipal Complex. He went on to say that there were many qualified vendors with great bids and the committee did not feel like they could have gone wrong with any of them, but Spawglass impressed them the most, and it is the same company that built the current City Hall in 1955.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
9.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
10.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
An audiovisual recording of this meeting is available on the City's website and retained by the CSO for two years after the date of the adoption of the minutes to which the meeting corresponds.
An audiovisual recording of this meeting is available on the City's website and retained by the CSO for two years after the date of the adoption of the minutes to which the meeting corresponds.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr. made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:47 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Mayor Dedrick D. Johnson. All present voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved:
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| DEDRICK D. JOHNSON, MAYOR |
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved: