REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.
DOYLE CONVENTIO CENTER
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.
DOYLE CONVENTIO CENTER
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, FEBRUARY 18, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. in the Doyle Convention Center, Texas City, Texas. A quorum having been met, the meeting was called to order at 5:03 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 4 Jami Clark
- Absent:
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- Commissioner District 2 Keith Love
- Commissioner District 3 Chris Sharp
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Terry Melancon of Come and See Friends Church.
Led by Terry Melancon of Come and See Friends Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4.
Led by Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
| Service Awards | |||
| Laura Neely | Police | 02/25/2016 | 10 years |
| Devin McDearmon | Bayou Golf | 02/16/2016 | 10 years |
| Donald Spry | Parks & Recreation | 02/03/2016 | 10 years |
| Michael Arthur | Public Works | 02/28/2011 | 15 years |
| Christopher Martinez | Fire | 02/22/2006 | 20 years |
b.
Certificate of Recognition presented to Moore Memorial Public Library
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Cheryl Loewen, Library Director, the Certificate of Recognition for receiving the prestigious 2025 Achievement of Library Excellence Award.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Cheryl Loewen, Library Director, the Certificate of Recognition for receiving the prestigious 2025 Achievement of Library Excellence Award.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Racial Profiling Report (Marshal’s Office)
Lamar Washington, City Marshal, gave a PowerPoint presentation and introduced Marshal Allen and Garcia to the commission. Marshal Montez was not present.
Lamar Washington, City Marshal, gave a PowerPoint presentation and introduced Marshal Allen and Garcia to the commission. Marshal Montez was not present.
6.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were none.
There were none.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner District 4, Jamie Clark, made a motion to approve Consent Agenda items 7a, b, c, d, e, f, and g. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr.
Commissioner District 4, Jamie Clark, made a motion to approve Consent Agenda items 7a, b, c, d, e, f, and g. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for the February 4, 2026, meeting. (City Secretary)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-017, authorizing the purchase of contractual services and maintenance for TLC and Visual Edge printers/copiers. (Innovation Technology)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-018, authorizing the City to enter into an annual contract with In-Pipes Technology for 12-month bioaugmentation services through TIPS Contract: (Vendor No. 11696 - Contract 250503) (Public Works- Utilities)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-019, approving the expense for repairs to the FM 2004 Emergency Water Well to be completed by Crescent Electric using Buy Board Contract No. 733-24. (Public Works- Utilities)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-020, authorizing the expense for complete preparation and repainting of the historic homes and gazebo at Heritage Square Park by Generocity Services Inc. (Choice Partners Contract #23/016MR-17). (Parks, Rec & Tourism)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
f.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-023, naming Well Now as the official facility for conducting the Fire Department physicals in accordance with Texas Professional Service Requirements, and authorizing annual expenses. (Fire)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
g.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-024, approving the annual Galveston County Mosquito Control Program to service Texas City, Texas. (City Secretary)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
8.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-021, approving the purchase of seventy-seven Yamaha Drive EFI golf carts for the Bayou Golf Course through BuyBoard Contract No. 706-23. (Parks, Rec & Tourism)
Nicole Miller, Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Director, stated that the typical lifespan of their golf carts is about 3 years due to constant use, and that if approved, they would purchase the carts outright rather than lease them as they did before. Nicole Miller recommended that the City Commission approve this purchase to support Bayou Golf Course’s golf cart fleet needs.
Nicole Miller, Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Director, stated that the typical lifespan of their golf carts is about 3 years due to constant use, and that if approved, they would purchase the carts outright rather than lease them as they did before. Nicole Miller recommended that the City Commission approve this purchase to support Bayou Golf Course’s golf cart fleet needs.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-02, amending the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget to appropriate funds for lead removal from berms at the Texas City Municipal Shooting Range. (Parks, Rec & Tourism)
Nicole Miller, Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Director, recommended that the City Commission approve a budget amendment to allocate funds for the removal of accumulated lead from the berms at the Texas City Municipal Shooting Range, to bring the facility up to industry standards. Nicole Miller informed the Commission that this process would take 3–4 days and that the Shooting Range would need to be closed during that time.
Nicole Miller, Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Director, recommended that the City Commission approve a budget amendment to allocate funds for the removal of accumulated lead from the berms at the Texas City Municipal Shooting Range, to bring the facility up to industry standards. Nicole Miller informed the Commission that this process would take 3–4 days and that the Shooting Range would need to be closed during that time.
Motion by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-03, amending the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget to allocate funds due to an increase in the Galveston County Animal Services Agreement. (Police)
James Patterson, Administrative Captain, stated there was a large increase in the agreement with Galveston County for Animal Services, from $473,352 to $780,000 (64.78%), for the City of Texas City contribution. James Patterson also stated that his department is considering entering into agreements with shelters in surrounding cities.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, also stated that he has reached out to the county to discuss the cost increase.
James Patterson, Administrative Captain, stated there was a large increase in the agreement with Galveston County for Animal Services, from $473,352 to $780,000 (64.78%), for the City of Texas City contribution. James Patterson also stated that his department is considering entering into agreements with shelters in surrounding cities.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, also stated that he has reached out to the county to discuss the cost increase.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie, to table.
Vote: 5 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-022, awarding Bid No. 2026-005 and entering into a contract with TuCon Construction for the expansion of the Public Works and Engineering Building. (Public Works)
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, recommended entering into a contract with TuCon Construction for the project of expanding the Public Works and Engineering Building.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, recommended entering into a contract with TuCon Construction for the project of expanding the Public Works and Engineering Building.
Motion by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 5 - 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.
STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
12.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Abel Garza, Commissioner At-Large made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:39 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner District 1. All present voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved:
| ______________________________ | |
| DEDRICK D. JOHNSON, MAYOR |
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved: