City Council

* City Council Meeting 907 E Houston, Cleveland IX77327 cttY OF City Council Chambers July 21,2026, at 6:00 PM E LEVELAN E @^ Danny Lee, l/tayor Rachel Hall, Position 5 Julius Buckley, Mayor Pro-Tem Or. Tonya Clark, Position 6 Roscoe Warrick Jr., Position 2 Lee Tipton, City Manager Brent Mcwaters, Position 3 Juanita Limon, City Socr€tary Desiree David, Position 4 Tommy Ramsey, City Attomey Roll Call Invocation and Pledge Proclamations: Designation of July as Park and Recreation Month F.mployee of the Month Recognition Pam Cogbill - Finance Puhlic Comments Members of the public may address the City Council regarding City-related business, as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. The City Council may not deliberate or take action on an)' matter not posted on the agenda, except as authorized by Texas law. Individuals wishing to speak must be recognized by the Presiding Officer Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise duthorized by the Presiding Olficer pursuant lo adopted meeting rules and applicable law. Reports from Members of the Council Reports from Members of the Council regarding attendance of Boards, Commissions, Social Functions, Conventions, Workshops, Ceremonial Events, Press Conferences, Candidate Forums, and sintilar events where no formal action was ,aken and discussion of Public Business incidental to the Event. Consent Agenda The items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine matters and vill be approved by one motion of the City Council. A Councilmember may request that any item be removedft'om the Consent Agendafor separate discussion and consideration. l. Council Meeting Minutes: a. Special Calted City Council Meeting - Juae 2,2026 b. Regular Monthly Council Meeting - June 16, 2026 c. Special Called City Council Meeting - Jtly 7 ,2026 2. Monthly Financial Reports a. June 2026  b. Quarterly Investment Report 3. Approval of Final Plat of Pine Bend Section Two, Lots 6 & 7, Block 2, approximately 0.801 acres situated in the Joseph Fenner Survey, Abstract No. 441, Cleveland, Liberty County, Texas, generally located along Pine Bend Court. Regular Agenda Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the following items: 4. Timber Junction Use Policy - Mary Cohn 5. Accept offer for easement acquisition and authorize the City Manager to execute an Easement and Right-of-Way Agreement with Mustang Express Pipeline LLC. - Emitio Levario 6. Texas A&M Forest Service Agreement -Sean Anderson 7. Authorize the Mayor and/or City Manager to execute a letter of supporUrequest to Liberty County Commissioners Court regarding Liberfy County Precinct 6 Constable's Office, expressing the City's support for continued law enforcement services and public safety partnerships. - Sean Anderson 8. Request for a variance to the adopted drainage and detention requirements for the proposed redevelopment of approximately I .29 acres located at 5 15 S. Washington Avenue. - Emilio Levario & Blake Barringer 9. Discussion and possible direction to staff regarding regulatory strategies related to the location and operation of Vape and Tobacco-related retail establishments within the Corporate Limits of Cleveland - Emilio Levario 10. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Infrastructure Maintenance Agreement with McKinley Development for Section 9 of Grand Oaks Reserves public improvements. - Emilio Levario 11. Approval of an amendment to the Grant Administration Services Contract with Public Management for GLO Contract No.24-067-019-E206 to include additional fees associated with easement acquisition required for the drainage improvement project; and authorize the City Manager to execute all related documents. - Pamela Harrison 12. Discussion and update regarding GLO Mitigation Grant Contract No.24-065-lll-E924. - Lee Tipton 13. Approval of Grant Project Budgets and Fee Schedules - Pamela llarrison a. GLO F341 - East WWTP lmprovements - $2,400,000.00 b. CLO F342 - Water Plant #l and Wel[ #6 Generators - $1,100,000.00 c. GLO F343 - Helen Street Flood and Drainage lmprovements - S1,000,000.00 d. GLO MIT MOD E924 - Generators: 5 Lift Stations, Fire Station #l - $1,498,300.00 e. GLO Drainage E206 - Tanglewood Drainage lmprovements - S 1,000,000.00 f. TDA-TxCDBG CDV24-0161- Water Plant #2 Well - $825,000.00 14. Appointment of Boards & Commissions - Juanita Limon a. Zoning Board of Adjustmenl  Ftecutive Session The City Council of the City of Cleveland, Texas, teserves the nght to convene in Executive Session al any time during this meeti g, consistent with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, to discuss any matter authorized b1'law, including Section 551.071, Consultation vlith Attomey; Section 551.072, Deliberation Regarding Real Property; Section 551.073, Deliberation Regarding Pruspective Gift: 551.074, Personnel Matters; 551.076, Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Securitlt Audits, and Section 5 5 1.087, Economic Development. 15. Sec.551.074 - Personnel Matters Reconvene to Open Meeting Adjournment Certification I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the governing body of the City of Cleveland, Teras, is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that such Notice'was posted at City Hall, 907 East Houston Street, Cleveland, Texas 77327, in a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, for at least three business days beforc the scheduled date of the meeting, in accotdance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. I fufther certry that the Notice was posred on the City's internet website, if required by law, in accordance with applicable Texas law. Executed this 1 dav of -------JJtly- 2026 Limon, City Secretary Vision Statement The vision of Cleveland is to be a family-friendly, inclusive, and vibrant community that is safe. A culturally diverse city where families thrive for generations. Fostering economic growth, excellent quality of life with educational opportunities, health care, and amenities, while preserving our rich history and natural resources. Mission Statement The mission of Cleveland is to set clear priorities that align with our lision Statement. The Cig', ensuring the long-term sustainabiliy' of our community, will be good stewards of our resources and implement sound financial strategies. We recognize and embrace the diversity within our community and endeavor to build an inclusive environment that values dffirent perspectives. Promoting a forward-thinking and innovative culture that fosters creativif and elJicient solutions. The City is dedicated to transparenc), and to openly communicate with stakeholders in a timely, effective manner.