REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.
NESSLER CIVIC CENTER - WINGS OF HERITAGE
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.
NESSLER CIVIC CENTER - WINGS OF HERITAGE
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, APRIL 1, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. in the Nessler Civic Center — Wings of Heritage, Texas City, Texas. A quorum having been met, the meeting was called to order at 5:01 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 Father Clint Ressler, Pastor of St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church.
Led by Father Clint Ressler, Pastor of St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4.
Led by Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
Proclamation Declaring April 2026 as Fair Housing Month
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Patricia Mata, Community Development and Grants Administration Director, and her staff with the proclamation for Fair Housing Month.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Patricia Mata, Community Development and Grants Administration Director, and her staff with the proclamation for Fair Housing Month.
b.
Proclaiming April 9, 2026, as "409 Day" in Texas City, Texas
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Jennifer Laird, Community Director, and her staff with the proclamation for "409" Day.
Dedrick D. Johnson, Mayor, presented Jennifer Laird, Community Director, and her staff with the proclamation for "409" Day.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Community Development Annual Report
Patricia Mata, Community Development and Grants Administration Director, gave a PowerPoint presentation.
Patricia Mata, Community Development and Grants Administration Director, 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, b, c, and d. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem, Thelma Bowie.
Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr., made a motion to approve Consent Agenda items 7a, b, c, and d. The motion was seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem, Thelma Bowie.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for March 18, 2026 meeting. (City Secretary)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-033, approving the contract with Spark Lighting (BuyBoard Contract No. 779-25) to complete the baseball field lighting upgrades at Carlos Garza Sports Complex. (Parks, Rec & Tour)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-034, suspending the April 19, 2026, effective date of the GRIP (Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program) Rate Increases proposed by CenterPoint Energy for the maximum period allowed by Texas Utilities Code 104.301(a). (Management Services)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-036, awarding Invitation To Bid (ITB) 2026-016 and entering into a contract for the demolition of 1801 9th Avenue North. (Public Works)
Motion by, Seconded by
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
8.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-05, approving the permanent zoning change request from The Interfield Group to rezone from District "O" (Open Space) to District "E" (General Business) for a proposed Convenience Store and Retail Development. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-06, approving the permanent zoning change from Sherman Jones to rezone the property at 2828 Texas Avenue, Texas City, TX from District "F-1" (Outdoor Industrial) to District "E" (General Business) to operate "Kingdom Wings with Heavenly Flavors" - a take-out food service with a drive-thru window. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Motion by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2026-07, approving the permanent zoning change of The City of Texas City Economic Development Corp., Mae Budwine, and Bay Area Habitat for Humanity to rezone property from District "D-1" (Limited Service) to District "A" Single-Family Residential) for the development of single-family homes. (Engineering)
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Kim Golden, City Engineer, stated that staff has confirmed the requirements for permanent rezoning have been met and recommends that the Commission approve the rezoning.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Abel Garza, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 2026-035, awarding Invitation To Bid (ITB) 2026-013 and entering into a contract for installation of two traffic signal projects at 6th Street and 9th Avenue, and at 9th Street North and Loop 197. (Public Works)
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, recommends that the Commission approve the installation of two much-needed traffic signal projects.
Jack Haralson, Public Works Director, recommends that the Commission approve the installation of two much-needed traffic signal projects.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie
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.
STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
12.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner At-Large, Abel Garza, Jr. made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:40 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner District 1 DeAndre' Knoxson. 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 |
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved: