Workshop 5:00 P.M./ Regular City Council Agenda
Regular MeetingTomball, TX · February 2, 2026
Minutes
MINUTES OF WORKSHOP/
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY OF TOMBALL, TEXAS
Monday, February 02, 2026
5:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, conducted the meeting scheduled for February 02, 2026,
5:00 P.M., at 401 Market Street, Tomball, Texas 77375.
A. Mayor L. Klein Quinn called the meeting to order at 5:04 P.M.
PRESENT:
Mayor Lori Klein Quinn
Council 1 John Ford
Council 2 Paul Garcia
Council 3 Dane Dunagin
Council 4 Lisa A. Covington
Council 5 Randy Parr
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
City Manager - David Esquivel
Assistant City Manager – Sakura Moten
City Attorney – Loren Smith
City Secretary – Thomas Harris III
Assistant City Secretary – Shannon Bennett
Community Development Director – Craig Meyers
Assistant Fire Chief – Jeffery Cook
Police Chief – Jeffery Bert
Finance Director - Bragg Farmer
Public Works Director - Drew Huffman
Director of I.T. – Ben Lato
Project Manager - Meagan Mageo
Special Project Director -Luisa Taylor
Municipal Judge- Brett Peabody
Police Officer – Bryce Smith
B. Public Comments and Receipt of Petitions; [At this time, anyone will be allowed to speak
on any matter other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for length of time
not to exceed three minutes. No Council/Board discussion or action may take place on a
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matter until such matter has been placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law
- GC, 551.042.] - There were no comments received.
C. General Discussion
1. Tomball Economic Development Corporation activity update.
Executive Director Kelly Violette provided an update of the TEDC’s activities.
(Exhibit A)
2. Capital Improvement Projects Quarterly update for the period ending December 31,
2025.
Project Manager Meagan Mageo provided a quarterly update. (Exhibit B)
D. Proposed Future Agenda Items [The following items are provided for informational
purposes for City Council and public review. Any item may be pulled for separate
discussion at Council’s request.]
1. Project Manager Meagan Mageo led the workshop discussion – Approve a services
agreement renewal with Water Utility Services, Inc. for water sampling and
laboratory services for a total not-to-exceed amount of $195,000, approve the
expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and
all documents related to the purchase. This expenditure is included in the Fiscal
Year 2025-2026 Budget.
2. Project Manager Meagan Mageo led the workshop discussion – Approve a contract
with The Winstead House LLC (DBA iDig Katy) for the construction of drainage
improvements for North Star Estates Erosion Repairs near Bearing Star Lane
(Project No. 2025-10018), for a not-to-exceed amount of $200,420 (Bid No. 2026-
02), authorize the expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the City Manager to
execute any and all documents. The expenditure was included in the Fiscal Year
2025-2026 Budget as part of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.
E. Recess/Reconvene at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Klein Quinn recessed the meeting at 5:45 p.m. and reconvened it at 6:07 p.m.
F. Invocation led by Father Tommy, St. Anne Catholic Church
G. Pledges to U.S. and Texas Flags led by Assistant City Manager Sakura Moten
H. Public Comments and Receipt of Petitions; [At this time, anyone will be allowed to speak
on any matter other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for length of time
not to exceed three minutes. No Council/Board discussion or action may take place on a
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matter until such matter has been placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law
- GC, 551.042.]
Earl Detwiler expressed his concerns of the Dog Leash Laws/Ordinance
Scott Moore, Jr. expressed his concerns of parking issues in Old Town Tomball
I. Presentation
1. Presentation of Proclamation – Mayor Lori Klein Quinn presented Dr. Martha
Salazar-Zamora, Superintendent of Tomball ISD a proclamation proclaiming
February 2, 2026 as “Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora Day”.
J. Reports and Announcements
1. Announcements
I. Upcoming events:
February 12, 2026 – Kaffeeklatsch from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at Tomball
Community Center
February 24, 2026 – Sam Houston Trail Riders from noon – 2 p.m. at Tomball
Depot Plaza
March 14, 2026 – 2nd Saturday at the Depot from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Tomball
Depot Plaza
2. Reports by City staff and members of council about items of community
interest on which no action will be taken:
Mayor Lori Klein Quinn announced that Congressman Wesley Hunt will present a
check to our Fire Department at Fire Station 1 on February 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
for a new fire truck
City Manager David Esquivel polled the Council for a Strategic Plan Workshop,
Council agree to February 26, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mayor Lori Klein Quinn was chosen to be a part of the Technical Advisory Board
K. New Business Consent Agenda: [All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered
to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items. If discussion is desired, the item in question will be removed from the Consent
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Agenda and will be considered separately. Information concerning Consent Agenda items
is available for public review.]
1. Approve Minutes of January 19, 2026 Workshop/Regular City Council meeting.
2. Approve a services agreement renewal with Sprint Waste of Texas, LP DBA GFL
Environmental for sludge hauling and disposal for Fiscal Year 2026, for a not-to-
exceed amount of $175,000 (Bid No. 2024-06), approve the expenditure of funds
therefor, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents related
to the purchases. These expenditures are included in the fiscal year 2025-2026
budget.
3. Approve the expenditure of greater than $100,000 with Waypoint Solutions for
hardware, software support renewals, and consulting services, not-to-exceed
amount of $220,000, approve the expenditure of funds thereof, and authorize the
City Manager to execute any and all documents related to the purchase. These
expenditures are included in the FY 2025-2026 budget.
Motion made by Council 5 Parr, Seconded by Council 4 Covington to approve New
Business Consent Agenda items.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
L. New Business
1. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-10-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Economic Development Agreement by and between the Corporation and the
City of Tomball to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, property
acquisition for the future development of a public safety complex, to be located at
or near 810 W Main Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of
expenditures for such Project is $2,300,000.00.
Motion made by Council 3 Dunagin, Seconded by Council 4 Covington to approve
Resolution 2026-10- TEDC.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
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2. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-11-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Old Town Façade Improvement Grant by and between the Corporation and
Tomball Group, LLC to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, building
improvements for new or expanded business enterprise to be located at 209 Market
Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of expenditures for such
Project is an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
Motion made by Council 3 Dunagin, Seconded by Council 2 Garcia to approve
Resolution 2026-11- TEDC.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
3. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-12-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Old Town Façade Improvement Grant by and between the Corporation and
Tomball Social Haus to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, building
improvements for new or expanded business enterprise to be located at 209 Fannin
Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of expenditures for such
Project is an amount not to exceed $26,507.50.
Motion made by Council 3 Dunagin, Seconded by Council 2 Garcia to approve
Resolution 2026-12- TEDC.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
4. Consider approval of Resolution 2026-13, a Resolution of the City of Tomball,
Texas, supporting the application of RBM Living, LLC, and Meridiem
Development Group (or their affiliates) to the Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs (TDHCA) for 2026 competitive 9% housing tax credits;
expressly acknowledging that the City has more than twice the state average of
units per capita supported by housing tax credits and authorizing the development
pursuant to Texas Government Code §2306.6703(a)(4); specifically allowing
construction within one linear mile of a previously funded development pursuant
to 10 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §11.3(d); and committing to provide a
reduced fee or contribution of at least $500.00.
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Mayor Klein Quinn read Tom Oliverson, M.D. statement into the record. (Exhibit
C)
Matthew Longuest, Applicant provided an presentation of the proposed
development.
Motion was made by Council 2 Garcia, Seconded by Council 4 Covington to table
this item to February 16, 2026.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
5. Consideration of and Action on two appointments to the Tomball Regional Health
Foundation (TRHF) Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning January 1,
2026.
Motion made by Council 4 Covington, Seconded by Council 5 Parr to appoint Dr.
Janna Hoglund and Sharon Franks to the Tomball Regional Health Foundation
(TRHF) Board of Directors.
Dr. Janna Hoglund thanked the Council for the appointment.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
6. First and Final Reading – Consideration of and action on Ordinance No. 2026-06,
an Ordinance of the City of Tomball, Texas calling a general election to be held on
May 2, 2026, for the purpose of electing city officers to Council Member Position
1 and Council Member Position 5; designating the polling places and appointing
election officials for such election; providing for ballots; designating the time and
place for holding such elections; providing for notices; providing for publication;
providing for severability; and, providing an effective date.
Motion was made by Council 4 Covington, Seconded by Council 3 Dunagin to
adopt Ordinance No. 2026-06.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
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7. Approve a Professional Services Agreement Addendum with AIG Technical
Services, LLC for Project Number 2025-10015, M121W Channel Segment C, for
a total addendum amount of $75,900 (contract total not-to-exceed $150,885),
approve the expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the City Manager to
execute any and all documents related to the purchases. This expenditure is
included in the adopted Fiscal Year 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Projects Plan
and is included in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Budget.
Motion made by Council 1 Ford, Seconded by Council 5 Parr to approve the
Professional Services Agreement Addendum with AIG Technical Services, LLC.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
8. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Engineered Utility Solutions, Inc.
for Project Number 2026-10001, City Gas Gate 4, for a total contract amount not-
to-exceed $145,445, approve the expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the
City Manager to execute any and all documents related to the purchases. This
expenditure is included in the adopted 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan.
Motion made by Council 4 Covington, Seconded by Council 1 Ford to approve the
Professional Services Agreement with Engineered Utility Solutions, Inc.
Voting Yea: Council 1 Ford, Council 2 Garcia, Council 3 Dunagin, Council 4
Covington, Council 5 Parr
Motion carried unanimously.
9. Executive Session: The City Council will meet in Executive Session as authorized
by Title 5, Chapter 551, Government Code, the Texas Open Meetings Act, for the
following purpose(s):
Sec. 551.072 – Deliberations regarding Real Property; A governmental body may
conduct a closed meeting to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real
property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the
position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person.
Sec. 551-076 – Deliberation regarding Security Devices.
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Executive Session Started: 7:43 P.M.
Executive Session Ended: 8:30 P.M.
M. Mayor Lori Klein Quinn adjourned the meeting at 8:30 P.M.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 16th day of February 2026
Thomas Harris III
Thomas Harris III, TRMC
City Secretary
Lori Klein Quinn
Lori Klein Quinn
Mayor
Agenda
NOTICE OF WORKSHOP 5:00 P.M./
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY OF TOMBALL, TEXAS
Monday, February 02, 2026
5:00 P.M.
Notice is hereby given of a Workshop and Regular meetings of the Tomball City Council, to
be held on Monday, February 02, 2026 at 5:00 PM, City Hall, 401 Market Street, Tomball,
Texas 77375, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items
are subject to action. The Tomball City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session
for consultation with attorney on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable
pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
The public toll-free dial-in numbers to participate in the telephonic meeting are any one of the
following (dial by your location): +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago); +1 646 876 9923 US (New
York); +1 301 715 8592 US; +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston); +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose);
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose); or +1 253 215 8782 US (Tahoma) - Meeting ID: 838 6774
1606 Passcode: 628736. The public will be permitted to offer public comments telephonically, as
provided by the agenda and as permitted by the presiding officer during the meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comments and Receipt of Petitions; [At this time, anyone will be allowed to speak
on any matter other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for length of time
not to exceed three minutes. No Council/Board discussion or action may take place on a
matter until such matter has been placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law
- GC, 551.042.]
C. General Discussion
1. Tomball Economic Development Corporation activity update.
2. Capital Improvement Projects Quarterly update for the period ending December 31,
2025.
D. Proposed Future Agenda Items [The following items are provided for informational
purposes for City Council and public review. Any item may be pulled for separate
discussion at Council’s request.]
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1. Workshop Discussion Only – Approve a services agreement renewal with Water
Utility Services, Inc. for water sampling and laboratory services for a total not-to-
exceed amount of $195,000, approve the expenditure of funds therefor, and
authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents related to the
purchase. This expenditure is included in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget.
2. Workshop Discussion Only – Approve a contract with The Winstead House LLC
(DBA iDig Katy) for the construction of drainage improvements for North Star
Estates Erosion Repairs near Bearing Star Lane (Project No. 2025-10018), for a
not-to-exceed amount of $200,420 (Bid No. 2026-02), authorize the expenditure of
funds therefor, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents.
The expenditure was included in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget as part of the
2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.
E. Recess/Reconvene at 6:00 p.m.
F. Invocation led by Pastor James Clark, Church of the Shepherd
G. Pledges to U.S. and Texas Flags
H. Public Comments and Receipt of Petitions; [At this time, anyone will be allowed to speak
on any matter other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for length of time
not to exceed three minutes. No Council/Board discussion or action may take place on a
matter until such matter has been placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law
- GC, 551.042.]
I. Presentations
1. Presentation of Proclamation
J. Reports and Announcements
1. Announcements
I. Upcoming events:
February 12, 2026 – Kaffeeklatsch from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at Tomball
Community Center
February 24, 2026 – Sam Houston Trail Riders from noon – 2 p.m. at
Tomball Depot Plaza
March 14, 2026 – 2nd Saturday at the Depot from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at
Tomball Depot Plaza
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2. Reports by City staff and members of council about items of community
interest on which no action will be taken:
K. New Business Consent Agenda: [All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered
to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items. If discussion is desired, the item in question will be removed from the Consent
Agenda and will be considered separately. Information concerning Consent Agenda items
is available for public review.]
1. Approve Minutes of January 19, 2026 Workshop/Regular City Council meeting.
2. Approve a services agreement renewal with Sprint Waste of Texas, LP DBA GFL
Environmental for sludge hauling and disposal for Fiscal Year 2026, for a not-to-
exceed amount of $175,000 (Bid No. 2024-06), approve the expenditure of funds
therefor, and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents related
to the purchases. These expenditures are included in the fiscal year 2025-2026
budget.
3. Approve the expenditure of greater than $100,000 with Waypoint Solutions for
hardware, software support renewals, and consulting services, not-to-exceed
amount of $220,000, approve the expenditure of funds thereof, and authorize the
City Manager to execute any and all documents related to the purchase. These
expenditures are included in the FY 2025-2026 budget.
L. New Business
1. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-10-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Economic Development Agreement by and between the Corporation and the
City of Tomball to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, property
acquisition for the future development of a public safety complex, to be located at
or near 810 W Main Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of
expenditures for such Project is $2,300,000.00.
2. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-11-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Old Town Façade Improvement Grant by and between the Corporation and
Tomball Group, LLC to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, building
improvements for new or expanded business enterprise to be located at 209 Market
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Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of expenditures for such
Project is an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
3. Approve, on First Reading, Resolution No. 2026-12-TEDC, a Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Tomball, Texas, authorizing and approving the Tomball
Economic Development Corporation’s Project to Expend Funds in accordance with
an Old Town Façade Improvement Grant by and between the Corporation and
Tomball Social Haus to make direct incentives to, or expenditures for, building
improvements for new or expanded business enterprise to be located at 209 Fannin
Street, Tomball, Texas 77375. The estimated amount of expenditures for such
Project is an amount not to exceed $26,507.50.
4. Consider approval of Resolution 2026-13, a Resolution of the City of Tomball,
Texas, supporting the application of RBM Living, LLC, and Meridiem
Development Group (or their affiliates) to the Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs (TDHCA) for 2026 competitive 9% housing tax credits;
expressly acknowledging that the City has more than twice the state average of
units per capita supported by housing tax credits and authorizing the development
pursuant to Texas Government Code §2306.6703(a)(4); specifically allowing
construction within one linear mile of a previously funded development pursuant
to 10 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §11.3(d); and committing to provide a
reduced fee or contribution of at least $500.00.
5. Consideration of and Action on two appointments to the Tomball Regional Health
Foundation (TRHF) Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning January 1,
2026.
6. First and Final Reading – Consideration of and action on Ordinance No. 2026-06,
an Ordinance of the City of Tomball, Texas calling a general election to be held on
May 2, 2026, for the purpose of electing city officers to Council Member Position
1 and Council Member Position 5; designating the polling places and appointing
election officials for such election; providing for ballots; designating the time and
place for holding such elections; providing for notices; providing for publication;
providing for severability; and, providing an effective date.
7. Approve a Professional Services Agreement Addendum with AIG Technical
Services, LLC for Project Number 2025-10015, M121W Channel Segment C, for
a total addendum amount of $75,900 (contract total not-to-exceed $150,885),
approve the expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the City Manager to
execute any and all documents related to the purchases. This expenditure is
included in the adopted Fiscal Year 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Projects Plan
and is included in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Budget.
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8. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Engineered Utility Solutions, Inc.
for Project Number 2026-10001, City Gas Gate 4, for a total contract amount not-
to-exceed $145,445, approve the expenditure of funds therefor, and authorize the
City Manager to execute any and all documents related to the purchases. This
expenditure is included in the adopted 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan.
9. Executive Session: The City Council will meet in Executive Session as authorized
by Title 5, Chapter 551, Government Code, the Texas Open Meetings Act, for the
following purpose(s):
Sec. 551.072 – Deliberations regarding Real Property; A
governmental body may conduct a closed meeting to deliberate the
purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if deliberation
in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position
of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person.
Sec. 551-076 – Deliberation regarding Security Devices.
M. Adjournment
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall,
City of Tomball, Texas, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the 27th
day of January 2026 by 5:00 p.m., and remained posted for at least three consecutive business days
preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________
Thomas Harris III, TRMC
City Secretary
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