Beaumont, Texas / City Council Livestreams

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a proclamation recognizing Our World: Worldwide Day of Play on Saturday, September 30th with the Beaumont Children's Museum.
✔️ Heard a presentation from Richard Backhaus with Evergreen regarding the employee salary study and their recommendations for a phased three-year implementation approach.
✔️Council approved amending an ordinance to Article 6.10 Gaming Sites and Gaming Machines.
✔️Council to approved amending Section 2.04.002 of the Code of the Ordinances related to declaring Presidents' Day as an official holiday for City employees.
✔️Council tabled a resolution to award HOME ARP (American Rescue Plan) funding for the development of non-congregate shelter, tenant based rental assistance and the administration associated with the planning and management of the projects.
✔️Council tabled a resolution approving the write-off of uncollectible water accounts totaling $51,055.48 for which each individual account exceeds $1,000.
✔️Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract with Zion Industrial Group, LLC, and TMT Utilities, Inc., for the Citywide Emergency Water Main Repairs III.
✔️Council conducted a Public Hearing to receive comments on the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
✔️Council held a work session to review and discuss the city's sanctioned encampment strategy, which presented information and potential costs for proceeding with creating a primitive campsite with a service provider or pallet housing with a service provider.
👉Please note there will be no Council meeting next week (10/3). The next meeting will be Tuesday, October 10 at 1.30 pm, and then the night meeting will be the following week, October 17 at 5.30 pm.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website


0:00 Opening
2:43 Proclamations
8:00 Presentation
43:22 Consent Agenda
43:54 Gaming Sites, Presidents' Day, HOME ARP Funding
53:07 Ambulatory Surgery Center, Uncollectible Water Accounts
54:04 Citywide Emergency Water Main Repairs III
1:00:01 Rezoning
1:13:43 Public Hearing
1:58:08 Public Comments
2:01:08 Council Comments

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a proclamation for SETX Veteran Stand Down Day
✔️ Heard a proclamation for National Ovarian and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
✔️ Heard a proclamation for National Clean Energy Week September 25-29, 2023
✔️ Council approved an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to approve the last stage in the Film Friendly Designation process.
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of a Standby Diesel Generator from Mustang CAT, of Houston, for the Pine Street Water Treatment Plant.
✔️ Council approved an ordinance amending the FY 2023 Budget, for accounting purposes not to change the bottom line.
✔️ Council approved a resolution providing for the reimbursement of a capital expenditure incurred prior to the closing of financing.
✔️ Council approved a resolution approving the write off of uncollectible delinquent accounts for auditing purposes.
✔️ Council conducted a Public Hearing and approved a a resolution authorizing Zip to temporarily waive transit fares for Veterans on September 22, 2023.
✔️ Council conducted a Work Session to review the proposed adoption of a Naming Ordinance, which would establish a process and guidelines for renaming streets or structures in honor of those who have made positive impacts on the community.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to approve the last stage in the Film Friendly Designation process.
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of a Standby Diesel Generator from Mustang CAT, of Houston, for the Pine Street Water Treatment Plant.
✔️ Council consider an ordinance amending the FY 2023 Budget.
✔️ Council consider a resolution providing for the reimbursement of a capital expenditure incurred prior to the closing of financing.
✔️ Council consider a resolution approving the write off of uncollectible delinquent accounts.
✔️ Council to conduct a Public Hearing and approve a a resolution authorizing Zip to temporarily waive transit fares for Veterans on September 22, 2023.
✔️ Council to conduct a Work Session to review the proposed adoption of a Naming Ordinance.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website




0:00 Opening
2:43 Proclamations
22:26 Public Comment
1:03:00 Consent Agenda
1:03:40 Film Friendly Designation
1:06:35 Standby Diesel Generator
1:08:55 Amending the FY 2023 Budget
1:09:52 Reimbursement of a Capital Expenditure
1:10:36 Uncollectible Delinquent Accounts
1:12:21 Public Hearing
1:13:14 Transit Fares for Veterans
1:18:05 Work Session
1:35:08 Council Comments

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Heard a proclamation honoring Lamar University’s Centennial Celebration.
✔️ Heard a proclamation recognizing the month of September as National Suicide Prevention Month.
✔️ Heard a proclamation celebrating the 117th Anniversary of the Pride of Beaumont #291.
✔️ Heard a proclamation recognizing the month of September as National Recovery Month
✔️ Held a Public Hearing on the 2023 (FY 2024) Proposed Tax Rate.
✔️ Approved an ordinance adopting the FY 2024 Budget by a record vote.
✔️ Approved a resolution adopting the 2024 Capital Program.
✔️ Approved an ordinance accepting the appraised roll and approving the property tax rate for the tax year 2023 (FY 2024) at 0.681485/$100 valuation for the tax year 2023 (FY 2024), which is 1.35 cents less than the current tax rate.
✔️ Approved an ordinance ratifying the budgeted property tax increase reflected in the FY 2024 Budget.
✔️ Approved an ordinance amending Section 22.05.211 of the Code of Ordinances to increase garbage rates by $1.00 per month effective October 1, 2023. Raising the rate from $22.25 to $23.25 will ensure that the minimum fund balance requirement of fifteen percent (15%) is maintained per financial policies.
✔️ Approved an ordinance amending Section 22.02.001, Water Service Rates and Section 22.02.002, Wastewater Service Rates of the Code of Ordinances to increase water rates by four percent (4%) and sewer rates by ten percent (10%) effective October 1, 2023. The increase in minimum required fund balance is necessary in order to meet the concerns of rating agencies when the City goes to the market to issue water and sewer revenue bonds. As operating costs within the fund
continue to rise due to inflation and employee increases, it is necessary to increase the revenues of the fund as well. A customer using an average of 5,000 gallons per month would see an increase in their bill by $4.80 per month from $70.06 per month to $74.86 per month.
✔️ Approved an ordinance amending Section 22.05.214 of the Code of Ordinances to increase landfill disposal fees by $1 per cubic yard effective October 1, 2023, which would bring the compacted refuse fee to $7.10/cy and the noncompacted refuse fee to $6.31/cy which will ensure that the minimum fund balance requirement of fifteen percent (15%) is maintained per financial policies.
✔️ Approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 5, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to To-Mex Construction, LLC, of Houston, for the Street Rehab Sewer Line Pipe Bursting Project.
✔️ Approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to King Solution Services, LLC, of Houston, for the Street Rehab Phase V Sewer Line Replacement Project.
✔️ Adopted the disaster declaration issued by the Mayor on September 8, 2023
✔️ Held a work Session to review and discuss adopting amendments to gaming site regulations and licensing with the goal to increase City oversight and improve public safety.


0:00 Opening
2:15 Proclamations
31:51 Consent Agenda
55:16 Public Hearing
1:00:56 FY 2024 Budget
1:04:57 2024 Capital Program
1:07:13 property tax rate
1:13:16 budgeted property tax increase
1:14:19 increase garbage rates
1:17:10 Water Service Rates
2:00:08 increase landfill disposal fees
2:01:15 Pipe Bursting Project
2:02:00 Sewer Line Replacement Project
2:02:27 disaster declaration
2:26:31 Council Comments

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a proclamation for the Ladies in Leather Motorcycle Parade- Event to be held in Beaumont September 7-10, 2023
✔️ Heard a proclamation for Mr. Earl Dotson-Former NFL Superbowl champion and West Brook Hall of Fame Inductee
✔️ Heard a proclamation for the annual commemoration of 9/11 with the American Legion a U.S. Veterans Association
✔️ Heard a presentation in support of the critical nursing program shortage from LIT
✔️Per the committee's recommendations, council approved a resolution awarding 10 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant awards for the 2023 grant cycle.
✔️Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract with SETEX Construction Corp., from Beaumont for the City Wide Emergency Water Main Repairs Contract.
✔️Council approved a resolution approving the emergency repair of a pump for Lawson’s Pump Station.
✔️Council approved re-wording Proposition A and eliminating Proposition B on the City of Beaumont Charter changes to "Shall the City Charter of the City of Beaumont be amended to increase City Council terms from two (2) years to four (4) years staggered terms with a three-term limit totaling twelve (12) years per office."
✔️Council held a Joint Public Hearing on the proposed FY 2024 Budget and the proposed 2024 Capital Program and will hold the final vote on the proposed FY 2024 Budget on September 12, 2023.
✔️Council held a public hearing and approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Council consider a resolution awarding awarding Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant awards for the 2023 grant cycle.
✔️Council consider a resolution authorizing a contract with SETEX Construction Corp., from Beaumont for the City Wide Emergency Water Main Repairs Contract.
✔️Council consider a resolution approving the emergency repair of a pump for Lawson’s Pump Station.
✔️Council to consider re-wording Proposition A and eliminating Proposition B on the City of Beaumont Charter changes.
✔️Council to hold a Joint Public Hearing on the proposed FY 2024 Budget and the proposed 2024 Capital Program and at the conclusion of the hearing take action to postpone the final vote on the proposed FY 2024 Budget until September 12, 2023.
✔️Council conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a presentation from Eddie Solis with Hillco Partners on the 88th Legislature who recapped the city's legislative priorities. A number of items related to funding for water, infrastructure, parks and the homestead exemption will be propositions for the public to vote on in November.
✔️ Council approved ordinance providing for the reimbursement of capital expenditures incurred prior to the closing of financing.
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a new interlocal agreement (ILA) with Beaumont Independent School District (BISD) for the School Crossing Guard Program.
✔️ Council approved a resolution adopting the Strategic Plan 2023-2028-2038 for the City of Beaumont which outlines the City's vision, mission and goals for the next 15 years and will be shared with the public soon.
✔️ Conducted a Public Hearing to hear applicant requests for funding from the 2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Program. Organizations spoke about their tourism proposals, which will be reviewed by an advisory committee and voted on at a later date.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a presentation from Eddie Solis with Hillco Partners on the 88th Legislature
✔️ Council consider an ordinance providing for the reimbursement of capital expenditures incurred prior to the closing of financing.
✔️ Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a new interlocal agreement (ILA) with Beaumont Independent School District (BISD) for the School Crossing Guard Program.
✔️ Council approve a resolution adopting the Strategic Plan 2023-2028-2038 for the City of Beaumont.
✔️ Conduct a Public Hearing to hear applicant requests for funding from the 2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Program.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a proclamation recognizing the Lamar University Collegiate 100 members as the National Winners of the 2023 C100 Leadership and Career Institute Conference for the second year in a row.
✔️ City Manager Williams made a detailed presentation about the proposed FY 2024 budget inclusions and cuts and the CIP (Capital Investment Program).
✔️ Council approved resolution receiving the proposed FY 2024 Budget and scheduled a public hearing for August 29. The official budget will be voted on for adoption September 12.
✔️ Council approved resolution receiving proposed 2024 Capital Program and scheduling a public hearing for August 29.
✔️ Council voted to adopt the proposed 2023 tax rate of 0.681485/$100 of valuation via record vote and scheduled a public hearing for September 12. This is the lowest rate in 10 years.
✔️ Council approved an ordinance calling for a Special Election on November 8, 2023, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified voters of the City of Beaumont certain proposed amendments to the existing Charter of the City of Beaumont, Texas. The proposed amendments include:
(A) increasing City Council terms from two years to four-year staggered terms
(B) requiring individuals to sit out after having served two (2) consecutive full terms in one office or four consecutive terms in two offices
(D) requiring the City Council to hold such regular meetings as necessary to efficiently conduct the affairs of the City
(E) clarifying the authority of the City Manager and City Council’s roles
(F) consistency and clarity with state law
(G) delete repetitive and unnecessary provisions
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to MK Constructors, of Vidor, for the Jefferson Street Infrastructure Repair Project.
✔️ The Public Works Director gave an update on the Drought Contingency Plan.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider a resolution receiving the proposed FY 2024 Budget and scheduling an public hearing.
✔️ Council consider a resolution receiving the proposed 2024 Capital Program and scheduling a public hearing.
✔️ Council consider establishing and taking a record vote on the “proposed” 2023 tax rate and schedule a public hearing.
✔️ Council consider approving an ordinance calling a Special Election for November 8, 2023, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified voters of the City of Beaumont certain proposed amendments to the existing Charter of the City of Beaumont, Texas.
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to MK Constructors, of Vidor, for the Jefferson Street Infrastructure Repair Project.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website




0:00 Opening
3:31 Proclamations
12:48 Public Comment
27:14 Consent Agenda
28:22 Budget
2:05:00 Regular Agenda Items 1-3
2:09:00 Special Election Ordinance
3:07:00 Regular Agenda Item 5
3:09:00 Public Comment

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Held a Budget Work Session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget, CIP and heard from each department and division about their proposed initiatives and programs
✔️ Heard a presentation about proposed Water and Sewer Rate Models for Fiscal Year 2024
✔️ Heard a presentation on the Salary and Compensation Study Methodology and Planned Implementation (Please note: there was an audio issue during the portion that was presented via zoom)
✔️ Heard a presentation on City Health Insurance Costs
✔️ Council approved an ordinance for the proposed settlement of Entergy's 2022 Fuel Reconciliation Request
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Brystar Contracting, Inc., of Beaumont, for the Evalon Street 8’X8’ Box Culvert and Cavity Emergency Repair Project.
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Gulf Coast, a CRH Company, for the 4th Street Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Council approved an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 23-059, a request for abandonment of Doctor's Drive and a portion of 15th Street with retention of a general utility easement.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider an ordinance for the proposed settlement of Entergy's 2022 Fuel Reconciliation Request.
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Brystar Contracting, Inc., of Beaumont, for the Evalon Street 8’X8’ Box Culvert and Cavity Emergency Repair Project.
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Gulf Coast, a CRH Company, for the 4th Street Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Council consider an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 23-059, a request for abandonment of Doctor's Drive and a portion of 15th Street with retention of a general utility easement.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public!
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? Both will be live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All previous council meetings are archived on our website and Youtube

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a presentation from the charter review committee with updates and recommendations for potential proposed amendments like term limits and staggered terms to be voted on at a later date for possible inclusion on a November ballot
✔️ Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with SWA Group of Houston to perform additional planning and design services related to a Downtown Hotel and the completion of the Downtown Plan, including 3-D renderings of that Plan.
✔️ Council approved an annual contract for the grounds maintenance of City parks and street triangles.
✔️ Council approved resolutions for the purchase of one paratransit van for use at the Zip and 3 vehicles for sewer maintenance.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a presentation from the Charter Review Committee with Updates and Recommendations
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with SWA Group of Houston to perform additional planning and design services related to a Downtown Hotel and the completion of the Downtown Plan, including 3-D
renderings of that Plan.
✔️ Council consider a resolution approving an annual contract for the grounds maintenance of City parks and street triangles.
✔️ Council consider a resolution approving the purchase of one paratransit van for use at the Zip and 3 vehicles for Sewer Maintenance.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a Proclamation acknowledging Mr. Norris Batiste, Jr. as the first African American to serve as a U.S. Marshall for the Eastern District.
✔️ Heard a Proclamation recognizing the upcoming Pioneering Women “In Full Bloom” Honoree Luncheon.
✔️ Council approved a resolution approving the proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Beaumont Police Department
✔️ Council approved a resolution to amend the Public Participation Plan for the CDBG/Housing Division
✔️ Council elected AJ Turner Mayor Pro Tempore
✔️ Council conducted a public hearing and approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Texas Department of Transportation to receive Operating Assistance funds for the Zip bus system.
✔️ Council conducted a public hearing and amended Ordinance Number 03-048 to designate 3180 Park, a structure determined by Council to be unsafe and commercial on June 24, 2003, to now be designated as a residential structure and waive all demolition costs incurred by the City as well as interest charges or fees.
✔️ Council held a work Session to review and discuss the proposed Street Rehabilitation Citywide - Phase V project which proposed reallocating more of the funding to Ward 3 and 4 to address a disparity in pavement conditions.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider a resolution approving the proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Beaumont Police Department
✔️ Council consider a resolution to amend the Public Participation Plan for the CDBG/Housing Division
✔️ Conduct an election for Mayor Pro Tempore
✔️ Conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Texas Department of Transportation to receive Operating Assistance funds for the Zip bus system.
✔️ Council conduct a public hearing and consider amending Ordinance Number 03-048 to designate 3180 Park, a structure determined by Council to be unsafe and commercial on June 24, 2003, to now be designated as a residential structure and waive all demolition costs incurred by the City as well as interest charges or fees.
✔️ Hold a work Session to review and discuss the proposed Street Rehabilitation Citywide - Phase V project.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to enter into an Industrial Development Agreement with Linde, Inc. in order to offer economic development incentives for a new industrial project.
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to award a contract to ALLCO, LLC, of Beaumont, TX, and execute Change Order No. 1 for the Pine Street 48-lnch Raw Water Line Project.
✔️ Held a public hearing to declare 46 structures to be unsafe and order the owners to raze said structures within 10 days. If the property owner fails to comply, staff is requesting City Council authorization to demolish. All those that spoke asking to enter into the work program were granted extensions.
✔️ Held a work session to discuss potential changes to City Council Meetings time and format, which will be discussed further upon citizen input.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Industrial Development Agreement with Linde, Inc. in order to offer economic development incentives for a new industrial project.
✔️ Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to ALLCO, LLC, of Beaumont, TX, and execute Change Order No. 1 for the Pine Street 48-lnch Raw Water Line Project.
✔️ Hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to declare 46 structures to be unsafe and order the owners to raze said structures within 10 days. If the property owner fails to comply, staff is requesting City Council authorization to demolish.
✔️ Hold a work session to discuss potential changes to City Council Meetings time and format
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a proclamation recognizing July 12, 2023 as “Know your County Courthouse Day” accepted by Rev. J.D. Roberts, Founder of Save Our Children in Motion
✔️ Heard a presentation from Ms. Betty Russo, Regional Representative of the office of Texas Economic Development and Tourism, who presented Beaumont with their Film Friendly Texas designation
✔️Council approved a request for an abandonment of portions of South, Archie, and Holmes Streets which will allow for more parking at the Event Centre and Lakeside Center.
✔️ Council approved an artificial grass donation for Sprott Park practice football field from Artificial Grass Recyclers Corporation
✔️ Council approved the purchase and installation of Playground equipment for Babe Zaharias Park from Kraftman Commerical Playgrounds & Water Parks of Spring, TX and the purchase and installation of Playground equipment for Combest Park from GameTime c/o Cunningham Recreation of Charlotte, NC.
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Garfield Public/Private LLC to conduct a market study, perform planning and design services, determine estimated costs and develop a business and financing plan related to the possible development of a hotel on property owned by the City.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Council consider a request for an abandonment of portions of South, Archie, and Holmes Streets
✔️ Council consider approval of an artificial grass donation for Sprott Park practice football field from Artificial Grass Recyclers Corporation
✔️ Council consider approving the purchase and installation of Playground equipment for Babe Zaharias Park from Kraftman Commerical Playgrounds & Water Parks of Spring, TX and the purchase and installation of Playground equipment for Combest Park from GameTime c/o Cunningham Recreation of Charlotte, NC.
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Garfield Public/Private LLC to conduct a market study, perform planning and design services, determine estimated costs and develop a business and financing plan related to the possible development of a hotel on property owned by the City.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Enter your information to speak in the kiosk at the back of the room and wait for your name to be called.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Fire Chief Earl White was honored for 40 years of service.
✔️ Council discussed the possibility of changing meeting times, formats and locations to increase efficiency and access to be voted on at a later date.
✔️ Council approved the purchase of Zetron Max Fire Station an internal alerting system by BearCom of Beaumont, TX for $697,700.
✔️ Council approved the purchase of playground equipment for Central and Charlton-Pollard Parks. More parks improvements will be discussed at the next meeting in two weeks (July 11).
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!

Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a presentation on letter of support for Critical Nursing Program Shortage in Southeast Texas for Lamar Institute of Technology
✔️ Discuss changing the City Council meeting time and format to increase efficiency.
✔️ Council consider a resolution approving the purchase of Zetron Max Fire Station Alerting system by BearCom of Beaumont, TX for $697,700.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Staff with milestone years of service from 25-40 years was awarded.
✔️ Council approved an ordinance amending the FY 2023 budget
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 2 to the contract with Allco, LLC, for the Collier's Ferry Pump Station Project
✔️ Approved the emergency declaration of the garage structure at 2545 Dogwood to be immediately demolished.
Please note there will be no council next week due to the Juneteeth holiday.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider an ordinance amending the FY 2023 budget
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 2 to the contract with Allco, LLC, for the Collier's Ferry Pump Station Project.
✔️ Emergency Demolition - Hold a public hearing to receive comments to consider the approval of an Ordinance declaring 2545 Dogwood - garage apartment only structure to be an unsafe substandard structure and ordering the immediate removal of the structure by City forces.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 4, to the contract with King Solution Services, Inc., of Houston, for the City Wide Pipe Bursting Contract – Phase I Project
✔️Council approved the purchase of 19 vehicles and ammunition for use by the Police Department.
✔️Amending the FY 2023 budget was pulled from the agenda.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 4, to the contract with King Solution Services, Inc., of Houston, for the City Wide Pipe Bursting Contract – Phase I Project
✔️Council consider an ordinance amending the FY 2023 budget
✔️Council consider a resolution approving the purchase of 19 vehicles and ammunition for use by the Police Department.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website📣There's a City Council Meeting Tomorrow! 📣
📣Join us Tuesday, May 23 at 3 PM at City Hall - Note the Time Change due to the Morning Work Session 📣

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Issued a Proclamation declaring May 14-20, 2023 as Hurricane Preparedness Week
✔️ Issued a Proclamation declaring May 21-27 as Emergency Medical Services Week
✔️Issued a Proclamation declaring June 3 2023 as National Lemonade Day in Jefferson County
✔️Recognized Alpha Kappa Alpha for 90 years of civil service in Beaumont
✔️ Council approved the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to award a contract to Water Company of America of Houston, for the Review of Unbilled or Misbilled Utility Services Project
✔️ Council authorized the Chief Magistrate the authority to dispose of unadjudicated Class C misdemeanor cases 15 years and older pursuant to Tex. Code Crim Proc. Art. 103.0081.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Approval of the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee.
✔️ Authorize the City Manager to award a contract to Water Company of America of Houston, for the Review of Unbilled or Misbilled Utility Services Project.
✔️ Consider authorizing the Chief Magistrate the authority to dispose of unadjudicated Class C misdemeanor cases 15 years and older pursuant to Tex. Code Crim Proc. Art. 103.0081.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Approved an ordinance canvassing the results of the May 6, 2023 City General Election.
✔️ Council and Mayor Took Their Oath of Office
✔️ Heard a Legislative Update Presentation from Chris Giglio, Capital Edge, who lobbies for Beaumont in DC
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Texas Legal Services Center to allow placement of court access kiosks in the City of Beaumont Public Libraries.
✔️ Approved a resolution rejecting the bid received for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to execute an Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
✔️ Held a work session and public hearing to review and discuss the proposed Fixed Route Realignment for The ZIP, also known as Transit Management of Beaumont and accepted the 5 proposed route changes designed to make the Parkdale, Laurel, South 11th, South Park, and Pine St. routes safer, more accessible and more efficient.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approval of an ordinance canvassing the results of the May 6, 2023 City General Election.
✔️ Administration of the Oath of Office
✔️ Presentation on Legislative Update (Chris Giglio, Capital Edge)
✔️ Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Texas Legal Services Center to allow placement of court access kiosks in the City of Beaumont Public Libraries.
✔️ Approval of a resolution rejecting the bid received for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
✔️ Hold a work session and public hearing to review and discuss the proposed Fixed Route Realignment for The ZIP, also known as Transit Management of Beaumont and consider amending the proposed route changes.
✔️
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Heard a presentation on Emergency Notification Systems on how we use cell phones and a partnership with STAN (Southeast Texas Alerting Network) to provide emergency alerts via text, phone, email, the website, and social media
✔️ Approved a proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas located at 500 Main Street.
✔️ ­Authorized the execution of an Agreement for Private Crossing with BNSF Railway Company.
✔️ ­Approved a resolution to in opposition to various House and Senate Bills proposed in the 88th Texas Legislature Session that disregard the unique needs and circumstances of local communities and undermine local decision-making authorities
✔️ ­Awarded 50K to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of an Innovation Grant Program, a Growth and Expansion Program and a Minority Growth and Expansion grant program.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Presentation on Emergency Notification Systems
✔️ Approval of the proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas located at 500 Main Street.
✔️ ­Authorize the execution of an Agreement for Private Crossing with BNSF Railway Company.
✔️ ­Approval of a resolution to in opposition to various House and Senate Bills proposed in the 88th Texas Legislature Session
✔️ ­Consider awarding funds to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of an Innovation Grant Program, a Growth and Expansion Program and a Minority Growth and Expansion grant program.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Heard a presentation on Emergency Notification Systems on how we use cell phones and a partnership with STAN (Southeast Texas Alerting Network) to provide emergency alerts via text, phone, email, the website, and social media
✔️ Approved a proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas located at 500 Main Street.
✔️ ­Authorized the execution of an Agreement for Private Crossing with BNSF Railway Company.
✔️ ­Approved a resolution to in opposition to various House and Senate Bills proposed in the 88th Texas Legislature Session that disregard the unique needs and circumstances of local communities and undermine local decision-making authorities
✔️ ­Awarded 50K to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of an Innovation Grant Program, a Growth and Expansion Program and a Minority Growth and Expansion grant program.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Presentation on Emergency Notification Systems
✔️ Approval of the proposal submitted by Preferred Facilities Group - USA to replace the roof membrane at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas located at 500 Main Street.
✔️ ­Authorize the execution of an Agreement for Private Crossing with BNSF Railway Company.
✔️ ­Approval of a resolution to in opposition to various House and Senate Bills proposed in the 88th Texas Legislature Session
✔️ ­Consider awarding funds to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of an Innovation Grant Program, a Growth and Expansion Program and a Minority Growth and Expansion grant program.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a Legislative Update Presentation from HillCo Partners on the various bills in the house and the senate that may impact us from economic development incentives to potential mental health programs and HOT tax dollars to home rule and how the state may spend the surplus money. The Legislative session ends 5/29.
✔️­Heard a presentation on Intersection Aesthetics from TxDOT. They presented three design options for the retaining walls at the Cardinal and East Texas interchange projects and a Maury Meyers Memorial at I-10.
✔️ Accepted the proposed settlement of Entergy’s 2022 base rate case which was negotiated down to about a $14/month increase for customers.
✔️ Held a public hearing on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan and voted to adopt the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website





Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Presentation on Legislative Update (HillCo Partners)
✔️­Presentation on Intersection Aesthetics (TxDOT)
✔️ Consider authorizing the acceptance of the proposed settlement of Entergy’s 2022 base rate case.
✔️ Hold a public hearing on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan and Consider adopting the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a Legislative Update Presentation from HillCo Partners on the various bills in the house and the senate that may impact us from economic development incentives to potential mental health programs and HOT tax dollars to home rule and how the state may spend the surplus money. The Legislative session ends 5/29.
✔️­Heard a presentation on Intersection Aesthetics from TxDOT. They presented three design options for the retaining walls at the Cardinal and East Texas interchange projects and a Maury Meyers Memorial at I-10.
✔️ Accepted the proposed settlement of Entergy’s 2022 base rate case which was negotiated down to about a $14/month increase for customers.
✔️ Held a public hearing on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan and voted to adopt the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website





Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Presentation on Legislative Update (HillCo Partners)
✔️­Presentation on Intersection Aesthetics (TxDOT)
✔️ Consider authorizing the acceptance of the proposed settlement of Entergy’s 2022 base rate case.
✔️ Hold a public hearing on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan and Consider adopting the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Heard a Presentation on Carbon Sequestration from Caliche Development Partners II and authorized the City Manager to enter into a 380 Economic Development Agreement and lease agreement for the development of a carbon sequestration facility within City property. In addition to earning revenue for the City, carbon sequestration has been determined to be a way to meaningfully reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
✔️ Authorized the creation of a Charter Review Committee and approved the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee.
✔️ Voted NOT to increase the salary and allowances for Mayor and City Council,
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Hear a Presentation on Carbon Sequestration from Caliche Development Partners II and consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into a 380 Economic Development Agreement and lease agreement with CDP II CO2 Sequestration, LLC of Houston, Texas for economic development incentives during the development of a carbon sequestration facility within City property
✔️ Authorize the creation of a Charter Review Committee and approve the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee
✔️ Authorize an increase in salary and allowances for Mayor and City Council
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are recorded and archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Heard a Presentation on Carbon Sequestration from Caliche Development Partners II and authorized the City Manager to enter into a 380 Economic Development Agreement and lease agreement for the development of a carbon sequestration facility within City property. In addition to earning revenue for the City, carbon sequestration has been determined to be a way to meaningfully reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
✔️ Authorized the creation of a Charter Review Committee and approved the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee.
✔️ Voted NOT to increase the salary and allowances for Mayor and City Council,
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ ­Hear a Presentation on Carbon Sequestration from Caliche Development Partners II and consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into a 380 Economic Development Agreement and lease agreement with CDP II CO2 Sequestration, LLC of Houston, Texas for economic development incentives during the development of a carbon sequestration facility within City property
✔️ Authorize the creation of a Charter Review Committee and approve the appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee
✔️ Authorize an increase in salary and allowances for Mayor and City Council
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are recorded and archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ A proclamation was read by Mayor Mouton declaring April 28, 2023 as Greater Golden Triangle Relay for Life Day.
✔️ A proclamation was read by Mayor Pro Tem Durio declaring the Month of April 2023 as Fair Housing Month.
✔️ A proclamation was read by Councilman Getz declaring the week of April 23-29 as National Crime Victims Rights Week.
✔️ A proclamation was read by Councilman Neild declaring April 20, 2023 as Connect the Community Day.
✔️ A proclamation was read by Councilman Samuel declaring the last weekend of April (29-30) 2023 as Bikers Against Child Abuse Heroes Weekend.
✔️ Council heard a presentation on Charter Review
✔️ Council passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award multiple contracts for the purchase of inventory materials to be used in the Water Utilities Department.
✔️ Council passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Texas Drainage, Inc., of Waller, for the FY23 Citywide Ditching Program Phase 1B.
✔️ Council passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Viking Painting, LLC, of La Vista, NE, for the Southwest Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Council passed a resolution supporting an application for a State Historical Designation, for the George O’Brien Millard statue located at 500 Main Street.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a presentation on charter review
✔️ Consider awarding multiple contracts for the purchase of inventory materials to be used in the Water Utilities Department.
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Texas Drainage, Inc., of Waller, for the FY23 Citywide Ditching Program Phase 1B.
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Viking Painting, LLC, of La Vista, NE, for the Southwest Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project.
✔️ Consider supporting an application for a State Historical Designation, for the George O’Brien Millard statue located at 500 Main Street.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨

Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a Public Safety Update from the City of Beaumont Medical Director who proposed solutions to mitigate less emergent calls and to better allocate resources to free up trucks in addition to an incentive bonus for new EMS personnel
✔️ Heard a presentation by the International Code Council about their government consensus process for how they come up with codes
✔️ Passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with HDR Inc. to perform a water & wastewater utility financial planning and rate model
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss a variety of construction codes and adopted: the 2021 International Building, Residential, Existing Building, Fire, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, Property Maintenance, Swimming Pool and Spa, and 2020 National Electrical Code and 2020 ICC 600 Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions, the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 2021 International Mechanical Code with local exceptions.
✔️ Conducted a Public Hearing to hear eight NFP requests for funding for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Program.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a Public Safety Update from the City of Beaumont Medical Director
✔️ Hear a Presentation by the International Code Council
✔️ Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with HDR Inc. to perform a water & wastewater utility financial planning and rate model
✔️ Hold a work session to review, discuss and consider adopting a variety of construction codes
✔️ Conduct a Public Hearing to hear applicant requests for funding from the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Program
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨

Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Heard a Public Safety Update from the City of Beaumont Medical Director who proposed solutions to mitigate less emergent calls and to better allocate resources to free up trucks in addition to an incentive bonus for new EMS personnel
✔️ Heard a presentation by the International Code Council about their government consensus process for how they come up with codes
✔️ Passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with HDR Inc. to perform a water & wastewater utility financial planning and rate model
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss a variety of construction codes and adopted: the 2021 International Building, Residential, Existing Building, Fire, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, Property Maintenance, Swimming Pool and Spa, and 2020 National Electrical Code and 2020 ICC 600 Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions, the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 2021 International Mechanical Code with local exceptions.
✔️ Conducted a Public Hearing to hear eight NFP requests for funding for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Program.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a Public Safety Update from the City of Beaumont Medical Director
✔️ Hear a Presentation by the International Code Council
✔️ Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with HDR Inc. to perform a water & wastewater utility financial planning and rate model
✔️ Hold a work session to review, discuss and consider adopting a variety of construction codes
✔️ Conduct a Public Hearing to hear applicant requests for funding from the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Program
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

📣There's a Special City Council Meeting Friday, March 24 at 2 pm at City Hall 📣
✔️The only item on the agenda is to approve an amendment to the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements budget line items of the Consolidated Grant Program's 2021 Annual Action Plan to Include Supplemental HOME ARP (American Rescue Plan)
✔️There will NOT be a meeting next Tuesday.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 6 to the contract with King Solution Services, LLC for the Pipe Bursting Work Order Contract – Phase III Project.
✔️Awarded $75,000 to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of a Strategic Economic Development Plan.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Texas A&M Transportation Institute, submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 6 to the contract with King Solution Services, LLC for the Pipe Bursting Work Order Contract – Phase III Project.
✔️ Consider awarding $75,000 to the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the development of a Strategic Economic Development Plan.
✔️ Hold a Public Hearing to receive comments and consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Texas A&M Transportation Institute, submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to receive funds for the Zip.
✔️ Receive public comments on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2023 Annual Action Plan.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Amended the Food and Food Establishments Ordinance concerning signage
✔️ Amended Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances regarding water and sewer rates for apartment complexes and mobile homes
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to apply for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant through the State and Community Energy Program
✔️ Held a public hearing to receive comments on the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2021 Annual Action Plan to include supplemental HOME ARP (American Rescue Plan)
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approving amendments to the Food and Food Establishments Ordinance concerning signage
✔️ Consider amending Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances regarding water and sewer rates for apartment complexes and mobile homes
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to apply for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant through the State and Community Energy Program
✔️ Hold a public hearing to receive comments on the amended Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2021 Annual Action Plan to include supplemental HOME ARP (American Rescue Plan)
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to execute the earnest money contract and all related documents for the sale of a 0.8439-acre city-owned property located at 125 Magnolia
✔️ Approved a contract with Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) for pavement management and asset management solutions to be used by the Public Works Department
✔️ Held a Public Hearing to Review Dangerous Structures and Declared all but four of those listed that requested to be part of the work program unsafe and ordered to raze said structures within 10 days.
✔️ Rejected a proposal for the lease or purchase and redevelopment of the property located at 555 Main Street.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute the earnest money contract and all related documents for the sale of a 0.8439-acre city-owned property located at 125 Magnolia
✔️ Consider approving a contract with Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) for pavement management and asset management solutions to be used by the Public Works Department
✔️ Hold a Public Hearing to Review Dangerous Structures and Consider an ordinance to declare 39 structures to be unsafe structures and order the owners to raze the said structures within 10 days.
✔️ Consider rejecting a proposal for the lease or purchase and redevelopment of the property located at 555 Main Street.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Heard a presentation from Artificial Grass Liquidators who will be donating and installing a turf field at Sprott Park.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to apply to be a Film Friendly Certified Community, a no-cost certification program.
✔️ Approved the City’s 11 Legislative Priorities for 2023-2024, which will be taken to Golden Triangle Days in Austin next week. These include the 1. qualified hotel program, 2. water and wastewater infrastructure, 3. economic development, 4. public health, 5. public safety, 6. resiliency, 7. transportation and mobility, 8. revenue, 9. to restore and preserve local control, 10. tourism, parks, natural resources and the arts, 11. and planning and development.
✔️ Approved the recommendations for the Parks Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2023, which includes: 1. replacing Imagination Station in Central Park, 2. replacing the playground in Charlton-Pollard Park, 3. installing playground equipment at Combest Park, 4. a drainage study at Henry Homberg Golf Course, 5. adding a shelter at Sprott Park, 6. resurfacing the tennis courts into basketball courts at Magnolia Park, 7. purchasing a turf tank striping system, 8. installing a playground at Babe Zaharias Park, 9. replacing nine scoreboards at the Athletic Complex and 10. a general maintenance budget. Exact project budgets per project and scope tbd.
✔️ Supported Abiding Grace as proposed Housing Tax Credit (HTC) project.
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss Water and Sewer Revenue Fund Balance and Operations. The CFO presented recommendations for ways to generate more revenue which is needed to increase the minimum fund balance to improve our bond rating.
✔️ Held a work session to approve putting a mural on the wall of the Lakeside Center that overlooks Beautiful Mountain Skatepark during Muralfest.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to apply for the Film Friendly Certified Community program
✔️ Consider approving the City’s Legislative Priorities for 2023-2024
✔️ Consider approving the recommendations for the Parks Capital Improvement Plan, set forth in Fiscal Year 2023
✔️ Consider supporting Abiding Grace and/or Trinity Crossing as proposed Housing Tax Credit (HTC) projects
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss Water and Sewer Revenue Fund Balance and Operations
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the placement of a mural on the Main Street-side of the Julie Rogers Theatre as well as the wall of the Lakeside Center that overlooks Beautiful Mountain Skatepark
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The Mayor recognized couples who live in Beaumont and have been married for over 50+ years
✔️ Council heard a presentation on Consumer Recycling Education and a proposed grant application
✔️ Council heard a presentation for an infrastructure grant to help mitigate lead pipe on private property
✔️ Council approved an amendment to the Food and Food Establishments Ordinance requiring signage be posted in easily accessible locations
✔️ Council approved a contract to install a balcony railing for Civic Center seating
✔️ Council approved the purchase of two trucks for use in the Sewer Maintenance Department
✔️ Council approved a contract for the purchase and installation of a standby generator at the Water Utilities Service Center
✔️ Council denied a motion authorizing the City Manager to place an item on the May ballot to remove fluoride from the surface water treatment process
✔️ Council reviewed and discussed the City of Beaumont's Legislative Priorities ahead of the 88th Session of the Texas Legislature
✔️ Council heard presentations from two developers seeking support for affordable housing projects
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider amending the Food and Food Establishments Ordinance concerning signage
✔️ Consider approving a contract for modifications to the Civic Center balcony guardrail
✔️ Consider approving the purchase of two trucks for use in the Sewer Maintenance Department
✔️ Consider approving a contract for the purchase and installation of a standby generator at the Water Utilities Service Center
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to place an item on the May ballot to remove fluoride from the surface water treatment process
✔️ Discuss requests from developers for support of two affordable housing projects
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ ExxonMobil Beaumont presented the City with a $100K check to go towards Parks & Recreation's restoration of the Charlton-Pollard Park playground and discussed a future recycling initiative.
✔️Amended the FY 2023 Budget to increase the general liability fund by $500K
✔️ Authorized participation in Entergy's rate proceedings for 2023. The committee successfully negotiated a rate increase of only 4.6%, reducing their original proposal by 58.90%.
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss supporting the request of the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District (SETGCD) to raise the maximum water production fee from 1 cent per 1,000 gallons to 7 cents per 1,000 gallons and authorized the City Manager to send a letter supporting the maximum rate increase. That does not mean there will be an increase and no increase is anticipated in the near future, it's merely a failsafe for worst case scenario.
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss the adoption of the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code. The vote was to table the item for two weeks to allow staff more time to research if and how it may impact potential future FEMA reimbursements.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear a presentation by ExxonMobil regarding Contributions funding for a local restoration project
✔️ Consider amending the FY 2023 Budget
✔️ Consider authorizing the participation in rate proceedings in 2023
✔️Hold a work session to review and discuss supporting the request of the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District (SETGCD) to raise the maximum water production fee from 1 cent per 1,000 gallons to 7 cents per 1,000 gallons and consider authorizing the City Manager to send a letter supporting a maximum rate increase for the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the adoption of the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code and consider adopting the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Heard a presentations from the Chamber of Commerce on Economic Development about allocating funds to a strategic plan and potential pilot programs to be voted on at a later date
✔️ Heard a presentation from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials about potentially adopting new building codes to be voted on at a later date.
✔️ Approved an ordinance calling the General Election for May 6, 2023, to elect a Mayor, two (2) Councilmembers-At-Large, and four (4) Ward Councilmembers (one each for Ward I, II, III and IV); with a Runoff Election if necessary on June 10, 2023. Exact polling hours and locations are tba with input needed from other stakeholder groups on the ballot.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to award a contract to Callan Marine, Ltd., of Galveston, for the Riverfront Park Restoration FEMA No. 6499 Project. An exact timeline is tba but it will take approximately 1.5 years once they begin.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC to conduct a compensation and classification study for all city employees.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to apply, and if approved, enter into an Advanced Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Highway Safety Improvements Program for grants for signage and sidewalks near Beaumont schools.
✔️ Held a public hearing determining a few structures public health nuisances and passed a resolution ratifying that determination. Citizens were given a timeline to work with staff on improving the properties to become compliant.
✔️ Held a public hearing on dangerous structures and consider an ordinance declaring 50 structures unsafe. Anyone who came to speak on their item was granted an extension and entered into the work program. Anyone who couldn't make it due to weather will have another opportunity next week.
✔️ Held a work session to discuss the economic advantages of applying to the Texas Film Commission. Specifics of the program will be voted on at a later date.
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss amending the Code of Ordinances related to various Health Department requirements and fees for operating restaurants, food trucks and temporary food permits, to be voted on at a later date.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!




Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hear presentations from the Chamber of Commerce on Economic Development and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
✔️ Consider approving an ordinance calling the General Election for May 6, 2023, to elect a Mayor, two (2) Councilmembers-At-Large, and four (4) Ward Councilmembers (one each for Ward I, II, III and IV); and approving a Runoff Election if necessary on June 10, 2023
✔️Consider authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Callan Marine, Ltd., of Galveston, for the Riverfront Park Restoration FEMA No. 6499 Project
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC to conduct a compensation and classification study
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to apply, and if approved, enter into an Advanced Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Highway Safety Improvements Program
✔️ Hold a public hearing determining three structures public health nuisances and consider a resolution ratifying that determination
✔️ Hold a public hearing on dangerous structures and consider an ordinance declaring 50 structures to unsafe structures
✔️ Hold a work session to discuss programs of the Texas Film Commission
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss amending the Code of Ordinances related to various Health Department requirements and fees
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The City Manager held a work session to review and discuss strategic organizational realignment, including changing divisions to departments and the funding of Assistant City Managers, Communications and Parks Directors to improve productivity and efficiency for the City of Beaumont.
✔️ Council approved an ordinance officially establishing the City Communications, Parks and Recreation Departments, and amended the FY 2023 Budget to reflect the additional positions and promotions.
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to notify the Lower Neches Valley Authority of the City’s desire to extend a five year term agreement to secure an uninterrupted surface water supply for the City of Beaumont
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Beaumont Navigation District and approved the exchange of property with the Port of Beaumont Navigation District, which will broaden the footprint of Riverfront Park.
✔️ A public hearing was held to consider authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration to receive operating assistance funding for The Zip, formerly known as Beaumont Municipal Transit.
✔️ Council authorized the City Manager to enter into contract negotiations for the sale of property located at 125 Magnolia to Tideland Specialty, Ltd. and Giglio Distributing Co. to establish an advertising and point of sale facility.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!




Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss organizational realignment, including changing divisions to departments and the funding of Assistant City Managers, Communications and Parks Directors, to improve productivity and efficiency for the City of Beaumont
✔️ Consider an ordinance establishing the City Communications Department, Parks Department and Recreation Department
✔️ Consider an ordinance amending FY 2023 Budget
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to notify the Lower Neches Valley Authority of the City’s desire to extend a five year term agreement to secure an uninterrupted surface water supply for the City of Beaumont
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Beaumont Navigation District
✔️ Consider approving the exchange of property with the Port of Beaumont Navigation District
✔️ Hold a public hearing to consider authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the Federal Transit Administration to receive operating assistance funding for The Zip, formerly known as Beaumont Municipal Transit
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into negotiations for the sale or lease of property located at 125 Magnolia
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Garfield Public/Private LLC to conduct a market study, perform planning and design services, determine estimated costs and develop a business and financing plan related to the possible development of a downtown hotel on property owned by the City.
✔️ Authorized the City Manager to approve grant funding for Lamar University related to equipment used for the local Public, Educational, and Government Channel
✔️ Approved a tri-annual contract with Patriot Security Inc., of Nederland, for Security Guard Services of city-run and private events (to which the cost is passed on to the client).
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Garfield Public/Private LLC to conduct a market study, perform planning and design services, determine estimated costs and develop a business and financing plan related to the possible development of a hotel on property owned by the City
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to approve grant funding for Lamar University related to equipment used for the local Public, Educational, and Government Channel
✔️ Consider approving a tri-annual contract with Patriot Security Inc., of Nederland, for Security Guard Services
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
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✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Approved a street dedication for the entirety of Bob Street in honor of William “Boy” Brown, a nationally acclaimed DJ
✔️ Held a Work Session to Review and discuss Economic Development Concepts, Alternatives and Implementation. The City Manager presented the pros and cons of various organizational structures and options. The Chamber President will present their ideas and suggestions at a future meeting.
✔️ Denied Entergy Texas, Inc.’s proposed rate increase
✔️ Discussed the structure of Industrial District Agreements for various corporations which are located outside city limits within territorial jurisdiction, which are renegotiated every seven years.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider a request for a street dedication in honor of William “Boy” Brown
✔️ Hold a Work Session to Review and discuss Economic Development Concepts, Alternatives and Implementation
✔️ Consider an ordinance denying Entergy Texas, Inc.’s proposed rate increase
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Approved an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Beaumont, Texas, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds
✔️ Approved an amendment to Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances, Article 22.03 Industrial Waste Standards
✔️ Approved the purchase of security cameras for four City Park/ Community Center parking lots at Alice Keith, Central, Rogers, and John Paul Davis
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss the requirements for speakers and decorum in meetings of Beaumont City Council and Commission Meetings. The City Attorney shared what other cities are doing and will be proposing a few changes to be voted on at a later date.
✔️ Held a work session to review and discuss the Parks Capital Improvement Plan. The Parks Director proposed a list of recommendations brought forth by the advisory board, staff, and Council that included items each ward. Council will decide which items they want to prioritize and bid out at a later date.
✔️ There will be no meeting next week.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Beaumont, Texas, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds
✔️ Consider approving an amendment to Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances, Article 22.03 Industrial Waste Standards
✔️ Consider approving the purchase of security cameras for four City Park/ Community Center parking lots
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the requirements for speakers and others in meetings of Beaumont City Council and Commission Meetings
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the Parks Capital Improvement Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Awarded a contract to Barricades Unlimited for the Citywide Pavement Markings, Phase II Project throughout the city.
✔️ Approved a resolution appointing members to the ad hoc Downtown Planning & Advisory Committee. A chair will be appointed at a later date.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider awarding a contract to Barricades Unlimited for the Citywide Pavement Markings, Phase II Project
✔️ Consider approving a resolution appointing members to the ad hoc Downtown Planning & Advisory Committee
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Approved the purchase of in-car video equipment and software for use by the Police Department. This will outfit 50 frontline patrol cars with LPRs (license plate readers).
✔️ Approved a resolution accepting a grant from the Mamie McFaddin Ward Heritage Foundation for the restoration and enhancement of the Jefferson Theatre’s Robert-Morton organ.
✔️ Held a Work Session to Review and discuss an update from TxDOT regarding the I-10 Interchange project in general with a specific focus on the proposed removal of the onramp closest to Kenwood Drive. Learn more about all the highway projects in our area and get status updates https://www.txdot.gov/about/districts/beaumont-district.html
✔️ Held a Work Session to Review and discuss the final report for the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative Phase 2. They started modeling the city's sewer systems to identify potential places of weakness and recommended continued flow monitoring.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approving the purchase of in-car video equipment and software for use by the Police Department
✔️ Consider approving a resolution accepting a grant from the Mamie McFaddin Ward Heritage Foundation for the restoration and enhancement of the Jefferson Theatre’s Robert-Morton organ
✔️ Hold a Work Session to Review and discuss an update from TxDOT regarding the I-10 Interchange project in general with a specific focus on the proposed removal of the onramp closest to Kenwood Drive
✔️ Hold a Work Session to Review and discuss the final report for the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative Phase 2
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Approved a contract for investment management services to improve portfolio returns on behalf of the City.
✔️ Approved the purchase of 57 sets of protective bunker gear for use in the Fire Department.
✔️ Approved the purchase and installation of two PAXPWM600 mixer assemblies for use at the Loeb water treatment plant, which will improve the quality of water in the tanks.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approving a contract for investment management services
✔️ Consider approving the purchase of protective bunker gear for use in the Fire Department
✔️ Consider approving the purchase and installation of two PAXPWM600 mixer assemblies for use at the Loeb water treatment plant
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Authorized a new labor agreement with the Beaumont Police Officers Association for a four-year contract that includes a 16% wage increase spread over the four-year period.
✔️ Authorized an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc., to continue management of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit for the City of Beaumont for Fiscal Year 2023.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a new labor agreement with the Beaumont Police Officers Association
✔️ Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc., to continue management of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit for the City of Beaumont for Fiscal Year 2023
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Approved the purchase of 28 vehicles to replace old or obsolete vehicles, six garbage trucks, one dump truck and one fire truck for use by various departments, which is reviewed during the city's budget process.
✔️Approved multiple contracts for mowing privately owned, developed and vacant property that are in violation of the City's weed ordinance (12"). Property owners are notified and given a time limit to bring their property into compliance. If they do not, the City's vendor mows the lawn and the owner is fined.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approving the purchase of 28 vehicles, six garbage trucks, one dump truck and one fire truck for use by various departments
✔️Consider approving multiple contracts for mowing privately owned, developed and vacant property
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Council authorized one-year contracts with several local non-profit arts and historical organizations primarily funded through the Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Grants to promote tourism.
✔️ Council held a work session for Bird Scooters to hear the six-month update as they are halfway through a year-long pilot program. They addressed questions about safety, youth ridership, and oversaturated/cluttered areas and what they are doing to mitigate concerns. To date their have been 42,000 trips taken by 11,000 unique riders.
✔️ Council heard a presentation from Lanier, the engineering firm contracted to determine the feasibility of relocating the Battleship Texas to Beaumont. A work session was held to discuss potential costs, issues, and options and Council voted to authorize the City Manager and staff to continue investigating what would be necessary to submit a formal bid. No commitments of funding were made, just that the majority of Council had an expressed interest in continuing to gather more information.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Receive comments regarding the City’s Emergency Management Plan
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the operation of Bird Scooters within the City of Beaumont
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the conceptual engineering report associated with the proposed relocation of the Battleship Texas to the Neches River in Beaumont and consider authorizing the City Manager to pursue activities necessary towards developing a formal proposal for berthing the Battleship Texas in Beaumont on the Neches River
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ POSTPONED: Discussion of the creation of an ad hoc Downtown Planning & Development Advisory Committee has been postponed to next week’s meeting (9/27)
✔️Amendments were made to FY 2022 Budget to include purchases such as the newly installed Flight Simulator at the Beaumont Municipal Airport, Tropical Storm Laura match program, and the COVID-19 Fund
✔️Council approved a change order for the Collier's Ferry Pump Station Project to include required relocation of electrical ductwork
✔️Council approved the write-off of uncollectable delinquent accounts (This is a typical annual activity of the city for external financial reporting purposes, but it should be noted that efforts to collect the debts will continue)
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider an ordinance amending the FY 2022 Budget
✔️ Consider approving the write-off of uncollectible delinquent accounts
✔️ Receive public comments on the 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
✔️ Review and discuss the creation of an ad hoc Downtown Planning & Development Advisory Committee to advise and act as a steering committee for planning and development efforts in Downtown Beaumont
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget & Capital Program including a new 1.4 Million Dollar Parks Improvement Fund (exact projects to be determined at a later date)
✔️ Approved a FY 2023 Property Tax rate of 69.5 cents, which is less than the previous year.
✔️ Increased the garbage rates by $1.50/month effective 10/1.
✔️ Increased the water rate by 8%, approximately $6/month, effective 10/1.
✔️ Tabled the creation of an ad hoc Downtown Planning & Development Advisory Committee to advise and act as a steering committee for planning and development efforts in Downtown Beaumont pending further discussion.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hold a public hearing to receive comments on the 2022 (FY 2023) proposed tax rate
✔️ Consider an ordinance adopting the FY 2023 Budget by a record vote
✔️ Consider a resolution adopting the FY 2023 Capital Program
✔️ Consider an ordinance accepting the appraised roll and approving the property tax rate for the tax year 2022 (FY 2023)
✔️ Consider an ordinance ratifying the budgeted property tax increase reflected in the FY 2023 Budget
✔️ Consider amending Section 22.05.211 of the Code of Ordinances to increase garbage rates $1.50 more per month ($20.75 to $22.25)
✔️ Consider amending Section 22.02.001, Water Service Rates and Section 22.02.002, Wastewater Service Rates of the Code of Ordinances to increase rates by six percent (6%) effective October 1, 2022
✔️ Consider authorizing the creation of an ad hoc Downtown Planning & Development Advisory Committee to advise and act as a steering committee for planning and development efforts in Downtown Beaumont
✔️ Hold a Public Hearing to receive comments and consider a resolution adopting the Reinvestment Zone Tax Abatement Policy
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Council held a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2023 Budget and Capital Program. They weighed scenarios comparing different water and tax rates with the need to maintain the bond rating.
✔️ They discussed a few proposed capital projects, which are larger projects from the 5-year plan, some of which include water and sewer improvements focused on resiliency to a potential new park enhancement fund program for quality of life initiatives.
✔️ The final vote on the FY 2023 budget including the water rate, solid waste rate, and property tax rate will be on September 13. There is no meeting next week.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Hold a work session to review and discuss the proposed FY 2023 Budget and Capital Program
✔️ Hold a joint public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY 2023 Budget and the proposed 2023 Capital Program
✔️ Consider a resolution postponing the final vote on the proposed FY 2023 Budget to September 13, 2022
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The work session for the proposed 2023 Capital Plan was postponed until next week 8/30.
✔️ Specific use permit requests were approved for a dwelling and law office in the CBD (Central Business District) and to allow a new railroad spur in an RS (Residential – Single-Family Dwelling) District
✔️ The School Speed Zone Ordinance was amended to adjust the language stating that 20 mph is in effect whenever school zones are active
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing additional funding and TxDOT concurrence to award a contract to Vaca Underground Utilities, Inc., of Houston, for the 2020 Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Interconnect Signals project
✔️ Consider a few specific use permit requests for a dwelling and law office in the CBD (Central Business District) and allow a new railroad spur in an RS (Residential – Single-Family Dwelling) District
Update: the work session for the proposed 2023 Capital Plan has been postponed until 8/30.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The Mayor recognized Kenneth Williams as the new City Manager. He outlined his goals to provide excellent customer service, enhance economic development, focus on strategic planning for the future, and to provide a safe community with a great quality of life.
✔️ Held a work session for the proposed 2023 FY budget and voted on a proposed tax rate of 0.695. The next public hearing for the budget will be September 13.
✔️ Announced that next week will be a work session for the proposed 2023 Capital Plan.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Review and discuss the proposed FY 2023 Budget
✔️ Consider establishing and taking a record vote on the “proposed” 2022 tax rate and schedule a public hearing
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Appointed Kenneth Williams to the position of City Manager effective September 6, 2022. Watch his first interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbaO9t5udkU
✔️ Entergy presented a check for more than 14K for our participation in an energy efficient incentive program
✔️ Approved Redistricting Draft Map B as the New Ward Map. Info at - https://beaumonttexas.gov/redistricting/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider a resolution appointing Kenneth Williams to the position of City Manager effective September 6, 2022
✔️ Consider a resolution receiving the proposed FY 2023 Budget and scheduling a public hearing
✔️ Consider a resolution receiving the proposed 2023 Capital Program and scheduling a public hearing
✔️ Consider an ordinance amending the boundaries of the wards of the City of Beaumont for election purposes
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ We heard a presentation from the new Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce President and are looking forward to collaborating on the State of the City address on September 8.
✔️ Voted to authorized the final payment for the Dowlen West Pipe Bursting Phase I Project.
✔️ Tentatively approved Draft Map B of the Proposed Redistricting Plan, which will be on the agenda next week for a second and final vote.
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Receive public comments related to draft plans for the reapportionment of single-member council wards and consider an ordinance amending the boundaries of the wards
✔️ Consider authorizing the final payment for the Dowlen West Pipe Bursting Contract – Phase I Project
✔️ Consider approving a contract for Professional Engineering Services – Bridge Repairs at Various Locations City Wide
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ We heard a presentation from the new Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce President and are looking forward to collaborating on the State of the City address on September 8.
✔️ Voted to authorized the final payment for the Dowlen West Pipe Bursting Phase I Project.
✔️ Tentatively approved Draft Map B of the Proposed Redistricting Plan, which will be on the agenda next week for a second and final vote.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Receive public comments related to draft plans for the reapportionment of single-member council wards and consider an ordinance amending the boundaries of the wards
✔️ Consider authorizing the final payment for the Dowlen West Pipe Bursting Contract – Phase I Project
✔️ Consider approving a contract for Professional Engineering Services – Bridge Repairs at Various Locations City Wide
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Heard a Redistricting Presentation with a second potential map option
✔️ Chris Durio was elected Mayor Pro Tempore for a one year term
✔️ Authorized the Interim City Manager to submit applications for grants for potential future drainage projects and for funding to improve the Imagination Station playground
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Redistricting Presentation
✔️ Election for Mayor Pro Tempore
✔️ Consider authorizing the Interim City Manager to submit applications for various grants
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Suspended the proposed Entergy Texas, Inc. rate increase
✔️ Authorized the Interim City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Sales Contract of 555 Main Street allowing the building to potentially be sold or developed through an RFP.
✔️ Authorized the Interim City Manager to enter into an Industrial Development Agreement (IDA) and issue a Letter of Intent with OCI Fuels USA and OCI Clean Ammonia LLC for two potential new industrial development projects that would be some of the largest economic deals in Beaumont history.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider an ordinance authorizing the suspension of the effective date of Entergy Texas, Inc.’s proposed rate increase
✔️ Consider a resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Sales Contract of 555 Main Street
✔️ Public Hearing to consider an ordinance to declare 46 structures to be unsafe structures and order the owners to raze the said structures within 10 days or authorize the City to demolish
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Suspended the proposed Entergy Texas, Inc. rate increase
✔️ Authorized the Interim City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Sales Contract of 555 Main Street allowing the building to potentially be sold or developed through an RFP.
✔️ Authorized the Interim City Manager to enter into an Industrial Development Agreement (IDA) and issue a Letter of Intent with OCI Fuels USA and OCI Clean Ammonia LLC for two potential new industrial development projects that would be some of the largest economic deals in Beaumont history.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider an ordinance authorizing the suspension of the effective date of Entergy Texas, Inc.’s proposed rate increase
✔️ Consider a resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Sales Contract of 555 Main Street
✔️ Public Hearing to consider an ordinance to declare 46 structures to be unsafe structures and order the owners to raze the said structures within 10 days or authorize the City to demolish
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ A Proposed Ward Redistricting Map was presented that will be voted on in the upcoming weeks. Take a look and provide any feedback you have to your local Councilman or at the next meeting (7/12). https://beaumonttexas.gov/proposed-ward-redistricting-map/
✔️ We heard a presentation from Econautics to utilize a city-owned property at 125 Magnolia as a mixed use community space with potential features like a farmer's market, commissary, demonstration kitchen, and produce garden to address food insecurity in Beaumont.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Now Available!



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider Authorizing a Construction Contract for Street Preservation of the City Wide-Phase I Project
✔️ Consider authorizing the submission of an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
✔️ Receive public comments related to community needs and discuss all Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and non-CDBG-DR funding opportunities
✔️ Review and discuss Redistricting, including a proposed map
✔️ Review and discuss a proposal from Econautics Sustainability Institute LLC (“Econautics”) to utilize 125 Magnolia for an urban agriculture and educational use
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The City of Beaumont Service Award was presented by Interim City Manager Chris Boone to 13 employees who have dedicated over 400 collective hours to the city
✔️ Juneteenth Proclamation was read by Mayor Robin Mouton
✔️ Councilman Audwin Samuel read a proclamation naming June 14, 2022 as National Panhellenic Council Incorporated Day
✔️ Council heard a presentation from Sam Yager, Inc. regarding the approved Municipal Management District One, located between Delaware and Gladys on Dowlen Road
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Consider approving multiple contracts for the purchase of medical supplies used in the Emergency Medical Services Division
✔️Consider a resolution granting consent for the creation of a municipal management district within the boundaries of the City of Beaumont
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Mayor Mouton was named Newsmaker of the Year by the Press Club of Southeast Texas
✔️ Friday, June 10 is the last day to register for the Juneteeth BBQ Cook off and Car Show -- both are free to participate. Signup at https://beaumonteventstx.com/juneteenth/
✔️ All agenda items were approved
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider a resolution accepting maintenance of the street, sewer, and water improvements in Champions Subdivision Phase II
✔️ Consider approving the renewal of an annual maintenance agreement with SirsiDynix for use in the Libraries
✔️ Consider approving the annual renewal of a Managed Detection and Response service
✔️ Consider approving the renewal of an annual support agreement with Creative Switching Designs, Inc. for the City’s phone system
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ A Proclamation was read making May 24, 2022 Leadership Beaumont Day. 2022 is the 50th year of Leadership Beaumont, and over 1,700 citizens have graduated from the program to date.
✔️ The annual Memorial Day Proclamation was read by Councilmen Chris Durio.
✔️ Corona Environmental Consulting presented findings of discolored water events and gave recommendations to mitigate the problems
✔️ Council authorized a contract with Irwin Seating Company to replace the seating in the Civic Center, located at 701 Main Street
✔️ Council authorized a contract with Texas Drainage Inc. to start the first phase of the 2022 City Wide Ditching Program
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Hear a Presentation by Corona Environmental Consulting on the findings of the Water System Assessment Study
✔️Consider an ordinance amending the FY 2022 Budget
✔️Hold a public hearing to receive comments and consider setting the mandatory payment rate related to the Local Provider Participation Fund for FY 2022
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Approved a resolution establishing guidelines for a person submitting specific reapportionment proposals
✔️Approved a resolution adopting criteria for use in the reapportionment of Councilmember electoral wards
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/
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Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Consider a resolution establishing guidelines for a person submitting specific reapportionment proposals
✔️Consider a resolution adopting criteria for use in the reapportionment of Councilmember electoral wards
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing a contract for the 4th Street Storm Sewer Inspection Project
✔️ Consider authorizing changes to the contract for the Sewer Plant Pump Replacement and Renewal Project
✔️ Consider authorizing the purchase of a new Mustang CAT Generator and related appurtenances for the City of Beaumont Prison Water Tanks and Lift Station
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider authorizing a contract for the 4th Street Storm Sewer Inspection Project
✔️ Consider authorizing changes to the contract for the Sewer Plant Pump Replacement and Renewal Project
✔️ Consider authorizing the purchase of a new Mustang CAT Generator and related appurtenances for the City of Beaumont Prison Water Tanks and Lift Station
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉Closed Captioning and Transcriptions are Available on Videos
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

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✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ There were seven exciting and important proclamations for upcoming events and programs -- we encourage you to listen to the recording to hear what's going on in the community.
✔️ The 2022 Public Services and Facilities Improvements Annual Action Plan was approved -- we'll be sharing which of our wonderful nonprofits will be receiving funding as part of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program soon.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/




Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ There will be a public hearing regarding the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements line items of the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2022 Annual Action Plan
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
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👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ There was a public hearing about 25 structures deemed unsafe. Owners were ordered to raze the buildings within 10 days or enter into a work program to make the necessary repairs. If the owner fails to comply, the city will proceed with demolition. All property owners who appeared before council requesting to enter into the work program were granted the extensions they requested, the remaining structures will proceed to be demolished.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ There will be a public hearing about dangerous structures. Council will be considering an ordinance to declare 25 structures unsafe and order the owners to raze them within 10 days or to authorize the city to proceed with demolition.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ The procurement department discussed the bid process and the issues the global supply chain is having on sourcing commodities.
✔️ Council approved a contract to proceed with the demolition of the structures at 555 Main Street.
✔️ There was a discussion on the homeless problem with the CIty Attorney presenting information on what other cities around the nation are doing and the issues attached to ordinances like liability and feasibility -- if you're interested in learning more, the Mayor's Homeless Coalition is meeting this Thursday at the Event Center at 2 pm -- it is open the the public.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Consider approving a contract for the third floor renovation of the Municipal Court Building located at 700 Orleans
✔️Consider approving a contract for the demolition of the two structures located at 555 Main Street
✔️Review and discuss homeless encampments in the City of Beaumont
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ A specific use permit request was conditionally approved to build a new middle and high school at 6490 Phelan pending items like a traffic analysis study
✔️ Over 15 non-profits came to request funding through the Community Development Block Grand Program
✔️ The City Attorney presented about the various boards, commissions, and committees that exist per the Code of Ordinances
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Receive comments to hear applicant requests for funding from the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program
✔️ Review and discuss the various Boards, Commissions and Committees specified in the Code of Ordinances
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Beaumont United was honored for their back-to-back State Championships
✔️ A proclamation was made in honor of Vietnam Veterans
✔️ Blanchette Elementary was in attendance to learn about how council operates
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ There will be a public hearing regarding the Consolidated Grant Program’s 2022 Annual Action Plan which is designed to help states and local jurisdictions to assess their affordable housing and community development needs
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Council voted to increase the city's contributions to the Beaumont Firefighters' Local 399 pension fund, which should help with the department's recruitment efforts.
✔️ The council approved a three-year contract with WorkQuest for litter removal along city right of ways. WorkQuest has provided the city services for 25 years and is a special company which provides jobs for people with disabilities.
✔️ The discussion about Juneteeth was removed from the agenda.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider amending the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Beaumont Firefighters’ Local 399 related to pension contributions
✔️Consider approving a three-year contract with WorkQuest for litter removal along City rights-of-ways and other specified areas
✔️ Discuss plans for the City’s 2022 Juneteenth Celebration
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ Mayor Robin Mouton made a proclamation declaring March as American Red Cross Month.
✔️ Council approved a three-year contract with WorkQuest for grounds maintenance and litter removal in the Central Business District (downtown) and the area around Beaumont Municipal Airport on Keith Road.
✔️ Chris Boone attended his first City Council meeting in his new role as Interim City Manager (Congratulations!)
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider approving a three-year contract for grounds maintenance and litter removal in the Central Business District and other areas
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Council voted to support a resolution for Abiding Grace, a proposed affordable housing project using the Housing Tax Credit (HTC) for families on the 4200 block of West Cardinal Drive.
✔️ Council voted to reject a bid for a contract to operate the Tyrrell Park Stables based on how the bid was worded. If the tenants so choose, the stables can continue to operate on a month-by-month basis without service interruptions as the city continues contract negotiations with the current lessee. A new proposed contract will be presented to Council at a later date.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Council will vote on two potential resolutions supporting affordable housing development projects utilizing the Housing Tax Credit -- one for a family development and one for a senior development.
✔️ Council will consider rejecting a proposal for the lease and operation of Tyrrell Park Stables.
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Council heard two proposals for two potential affordable housing development projects utilizing the Housing Tax Credit -- one for a family development and one for a senior development --both will be voted on independently next week.
✔️ Denied the change of rates as requested by Entergy.
✔️ Awarded a contract for concrete repair for city-wide pavement projects.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider an ordinance denying a rate change requested in Entergy
✔️ Consider authorizing contracts for City Wide-Phase II concrete repairs and Spindletop Avenue Roadway drainage project
✔️ Discuss requests from developers for support of two affordable housing projects
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL ✨
✔️ Chris Boone was appointed Interim City Manager effective 3/31.
✔️ A proposal from Honestly Environmental Services was approved to provide on-site asbestos consulting and air monitoring services for the property at 555 Main Street.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/


Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Consider appointing an Interim City Manager.
✔️ Consider approving a proposal submitted by Honesty Environmental Services, Inc. to provide on-site asbestos consulting and air monitoring services at the property located at 555 Main Street.

Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ A contract with PfP Abatement Group, LLC of Houston was approved to begin the asbestos abatement at 555 Main Street.
✔️Executive Session Interviews continued for the Interim City Manager position. The candidate will still need to be voted on in an upcoming public City Council Meeting so look for that on a future agenda.
👉 If you missed the meeting, you can always watch the recording on our website https://beaumonttexas.gov/city-council/council-agenda/



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️Consider approving a contract with PfP Abatement Group, LLC of Houston for the asbestos abatement of the structure located at 555 Main Street
✔️ In Executive Session deliberate the appointment, employment and duties of the Interim City Manager
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️ A contract with Bird Scooters was approved to bring stand up electric scooters to Beaumont to be operated by a local fleet manager. The city will earn .05 of revenue per ride.
✔️Baker Tilly was hired to provide Executive Recruitment services for the City Manager Position.
✔️ Public Hearings were held for a list of unsafe structures identified by the City. Homeowners were allowed to petition for more time to complete repairs or proceed with the demolition process.



Agenda Items of Interest:
✔️ Vote on one of the potential national search firms to provide executive recruitment services to identify the next City Manager
✔️ Vote on an agreement from Bird Scooters to operate a stand-up electric scooter sharing system in Beaumont
✔️Consider an ordinance to declare 50 structures dangerous and unsafe to be demolished in 10 days
👉In addition, the council will be meeting in executive session today to begin interviewing candidates for the interim City Manager position.

✨WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUNCIL✨
✔️Sharae Reed, Beaumont's first female City Attorney, sat at her first Council Meeting (Congratulations!)
✔️We heard proposals from two national search firms (Baker Tilly & Strategic Government Resources) for the position of City Manager, to be decided on at a later date.


Agenda Items of Interest May Include:
✔️ Discuss proposals from two national search firms for the City Manager position
✔️ Consider purchase of a replacement generator for Loeb Water Site

👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

✔️Council approved the purchase of eight new paratransit handicapped accessible busses.
✔️Council approved the reallocation of $100,000 to the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter Rehab project.
✔️Council approved a proposal to bring Bird Scooters to Beaumont so you’ll likely see them around the city starting in early 2022.
✔️Council discussed possible improvements within the park system, expanding the City’s Juneteenth event as well as the possibility of adding other City sponsored events.



Agenda Items of Interest May Include:
✔️ Review and discuss a proposal from Bird Scooters to operate within the city
✔️ Review and discuss possible improvements at various city parks
✔️ Review and discuss various events held in the City of Beaumont and the possibility of adding new events
✔️Review and discuss the City redistricting process and census information
Did You Know?
👉All City Council meetings are open to the public! Unless otherwise posted, they are held every Tuesday at 1.30 at City Hall (801 Main Street).
👉You can get a copy of the meeting agenda ahead of time. They are posted on the website at least 72 hours in advance.
👉Can't make it in person? They are also live streamed on our website: http://ow.ly/SesB50GYMhm
👉You can make your thoughts heard! Just fill out a public comment card and wait for your name to be called. These can be found outside council chambers on the greeting table.
👉Missed a meeting? Worry not! All of our previous council meetings are archived on our website.

Vision Workshop:

The city has created a new communications division to keep the public informed on things that matter to them. They’re considering other options to accept payments, ways to improve curb appeal, enforcement of code violations, and the process for red-tagged buildings to be demolished. Other items discussed were: the pros and cons of the Battleship Texas, exploring the opportunity for economic development incentives, and placing defibrillators in public buildings.
The council decided to proceed with creating a Master Plan for possible amenities on the Riverfront.
So you know, the budget is approved annually in September. Any proposed changes or amendments for new projects or programs must have a vote of at least four council members. The majority of these items will be discussed further in upcoming workshops, which will be open to the public. Stay tuned!

Vision Workshop:

The city has created a new communications division to keep the public informed on things that matter to them. They’re considering other options to accept payments, ways to improve curb appeal, enforcement of code violations, and the process for red-tagged buildings to be demolished. Other items discussed were: the pros and cons of the Battleship Texas, exploring the opportunity for economic development incentives, and placing defibrillators in public buildings.
The council decided to proceed with creating a Master Plan for possible amenities on the Riverfront.
So you know, the budget is approved annually in September. Any proposed changes or amendments for new projects or programs must have a vote of at least four council members. The majority of these items will be discussed further in upcoming workshops, which will be open to the public. Stay tuned!

Vision Workshop:

The city has created a new communications division to keep the public informed on things that matter to them. They’re considering other options to accept payments, ways to improve curb appeal, enforcement of code violations, and the process for red-tagged buildings to be demolished. Other items discussed were: the pros and cons of the Battleship Texas, exploring the opportunity for economic development incentives, and placing defibrillators in public buildings.
The council decided to proceed with creating a Master Plan for possible amenities on the Riverfront.
So you know, the budget is approved annually in September. Any proposed changes or amendments for new projects or programs must have a vote of at least four council members. The majority of these items will be discussed further in upcoming workshops, which will be open to the public. Stay tuned!

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