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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
IN-PERSON WITH TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
STATE OF TEXAS §
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COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
Present:
John Nichols, Mayor
Council:
Mark Smith
William Wright
Linda Harvell
Elizabeth Cunha
Bob Yancy
Dennis Maloney
City Staff:
Bryan Woods, City Manager
Jeff Capps, Deputy City Manager
Adam Falco, City Attorney
Leslie Whitten, Deputy City Attorney
Tanya Smith, City Secretary
Ian Whittenton, Deputy City Secretary
1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present.
With a quorum present, the meeting of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor
Nichols via In-Person and Teleconference at 4:00 p.m. on September 14, 2023, in the Council
Chambers of the City of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas 77840.
2. Executive Session Agenda.
In accordance with the Texas Government Code §551.071-Consultation with Attorney, §551.072-Real
Estate, and §551.074-Personnel, the College Station City Council convened into Executive Session at
4:00 p.m. on September 14, 2023, to continue discussing matters pertaining to:
2.1. Consultation with Attorney to seek advice regarding pending or contemplated litigation, to
wit:
Kathryn A. Stever-Harper as Executrix for the Estate of John Wesley Harper v. City of College
Station and Judy Meeks; No. 15,977-PC in the County Court No. 1, Brazos County, Texas;
and
McCrory Investments II, LLC d/b/a Southwest Stor Mor v. City of College Station; Cause No.
17-000914-CV-361; In the 361st District Court, Brazos County, Texas; and
Shana Elliott and Lawrence Kalke v. City of College Station, et al., Cause No. 22-001122-CV-
85, in the 85th District Court, Brazos County, Texas; and
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City of College Station v. 47 Oaks, LLC, Cause No. 626-CC, in the County Court at Law No.
2 of Brazos County, Texas; and
SOAH Docket No. 473-22-2464 and PUC Docket No. 52728 – Application of the City of
College Station to Change Rates for Wholesale Transmission Services; and
2.2. Deliberation on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; to wit:
Property generally located west of Texas State Highway 6 and in between Harvey Road an d
Holleman Drive.
2.3. Deliberation on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline,
or dismissal of a public officer; to wit:
City Manager
Council Self-Evaluation
3. The Open Meeting Will Reconvene No Earlier than 6:00 PM from Executive Session and City
Council will take action, if any.
Executive Session recessed at 6:00 p.m. No action was taken.
4. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, consider absence request.
5. PRESENTATION - PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS.
5.1. Presentation proclaiming September 17th through 23rd as Constitution Week.
Mayor Nichols presented a proclamation to the La Villita Chapter of the Daughters of the American
Revolution and proclaimed September 17-23, 2023, as Constitution Week.
6. Hear Visitors Comments.
Dr. Karl Mooney, College Station, came before Council as the Chair of the YMCA has authorized a
YMCA here in College Station. He expressed regret that the land previously slated for the ballpark
could not be used for its intended purpose but asked council to consider if it might be used for a
potential YMCA.
Jennifer Weber, Bryan, came before Council with a presentation on food risks for a potential trunkline
through Rosemary in Bryan. She believes that the line would cause increased flooding without costly
mitigation.
Mark Karbotly, Bryan, came before Council to represent the Embassy Suites and give his support to
a possible Convention Center, expressing that he has seen the economic impact one can have on a
community. He also wanted to urge Visit College Station to partner with Santa’s Wonderland to
provide support to local visitors and urge them to use local hotels.
7. CONSENT ITEMS
Presentation, discussion, and possible action on consent items which consist of ministerial, or
"housekeeping" items as allowed by law : A Councilmember may request additional information
at this time. Any Councilmember may remove an item from the Consent Agenda for a separate
vote.
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Items 7.3 and 7.4 were pulled from Consent for clarification.
(7.3) Jennifer Cain, Capital Projects Director, explained that project scope includes rehabilitating
Marion Pugh Drive from George Bush Drive to 300’ south of Luther Street West and replacing the
existing 18” water main from George Bush Drive to the interconnect south of Holleman Drive West.
The City received six (6) Statements of Qualifications (SOQ). Following the review process, Binkley
& Barfield|DCCM was selected as the most qualified firm for the project.
(7.4) Mary Ellen Leonard, Finance Director, explained that the Public Funds Investment Act requires
an annual review and approval of the City's investment policy and investment strategies. The Act
further requires the following: (1) that the governing body adopt a written instrument by rule, order,
ordinance, or resolution stating that it has reviewed the investment policy and investment strategies,
and (2) that the written instrument so adopted records any changes to either the investment policy or
investment strategies. The City of College Station’s investment policy is recommended with the
following changes from the previous year: (1) Addition of Texas Class/Texas Class Govt as an
authorized local government investment pool.
7.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action of minutes for:
August 24, 2023 Council Meeting
7.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a construction contract with Elliot
Construction, Inc. in the amount of $1,495,800 for the Carter Lake Lagoon Decommissioning,
plus the City’s contingency amount of $149,580 for a total appropriation of $1,645,380 for this
project. Approval of this item grants authority for the City Manager to authorize expenditures
up to the City’s contingency amount.
7.3. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a Professional Services Contract with
Binkley & Barfield | DCCM, Inc. in the amount of $709,136 for professional services for the
Marion Pugh Rehabilitation Project - Luther Street to George Bush Drive.
7.4. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a resolution approving the City’s investment
policy, reviewing and recording changes to such policy and strategy, approving a collateral
policy, and designating investment officers for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, stating
that the City Council has reviewed and approved the City's investment policy, brok er-dealer list
and investment strategy.
7.5. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding the purchase of a new fire engine
from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, LLC for $1,348,975.
7.6. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an Interlocal Agreement with Brazos
County and the City of Bryan for the 2023 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program in
which the City of College Station has been allocated $17,329 for supporting law enforcement
programs.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Harvell and a second by Councilmember
Maloney, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent Items.
The motion carried unanimously.
8. WORKSHOP ITEMS
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8.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a City Hall room use policy.
Barbara Moore, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that City Hall currently has meeting rooms that
can be used by the public, they are the Bush 4141 Community Room and the Heart of Aggieland
Multipurpose Room. A policy needs to be adopted similar to the policies of other city meeting facilities
and this policy will determine the terms of use and guidelines for potential users.
City Hall Room Use Policy
Meetings on Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Weekend meetings only held by groups or meetings affiliated with the City or our partners.
No commercial activities will be allowed.
Non-profits and groups with 501c3 tax status or a Tax ID number could have rental fees
waived.
Non-residents would pay a fee.
City manager may amend guidelines and procedures as needed.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Wright and a second by Councilmember Smith,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to a Cit y Hall room use policy. The motion
carried unanimously.
8.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action related to a Parks and Recreation Department
annual update.
Jennifer Prochazka, Assistant City Manager, provided an update on the Parks and Recreation
Department.
Current Projects
Anderson Park Pickle Ball & Futsal
Bachmann Senior/Little League
Buildings
Bee Creek & Central Park Tennis
Courts
Cemetery Sales office & shop
Central Park Operations Facility
Fun for All Playground
Lick Creek Bird blinds
Lincoln Center Area Improvements
Mabel Clare Thomas Park
Midtown bridge hike and bike trail
Parks & Recreation Master Plan update
Southeast Park
Summit Crossing Park
Veteran’s Park Master Plan
Aquatics
Open for 86 pool days
87,144 public swim visits
Attendance up 4,000
Pre-pandemic hours and staffing
Senior Programing
719 Active senior memberships
56 Offered programs
3 Community Centers
Athletics
24 registered programs
6,075 participants
New programs
Challenger program
Cemeteries
Aggie Field of Honor & College
Station Cemetery
185 internments
FY23 sales: $650,000
220 plots sold
100 Niches sold
Next phase of columbarium
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Council directed staff to bring back a fiscal policy cost recovery continuum discussion after consulting
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Mayor Nichols introduced Luke Morrison with the Student Senate and Ben Crockett with Student
Government.
1. REGULAR ITEMS
9.1. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action on Ordinance No. 2023-4463
Budget Amendment 3 amending Ordinance No. 2022-4383 that amends the 2022-2023 Fiscal
Year Budget in the amount of $1,593,153.
Mary Ellen Leonard, Finance Director, stated that the proposed budget amendment is to increase the
FY23 budget appropriations by $1,593,153 primarily because of additional street maintenance, water
repair supplies, an intergovernmental rescue vehicle and technology replacement costs.
1. Rescue Vehicle - $350,000 (Budget Amendment)
2. Fun For All Enhancements $20,000 expenditure $170,000 revenue (Budget Amendment)
3. Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Funds - $8,153 (Budget Amendment)
4. Planning & Development Grant – GIS Training $20,000 (Budget Amendment)
5. Street Maintenance Contract Labor $400,000 (Budget Amendment)
6. Water Work Order and Chemical Supplies - $350,000 (Budget Amendment)
7. Property Casualty Premiums - $165,000 (Budget Amendment)
8. Water Transfer to Risk Mitigation - $300,000 (Interfund Transfer)
9. Electric Risk Mitigation Transfer - $2,000,000 (Interfund Transfer)
10. IT Replacements $230,000 (Budget Amendment and Interfund Transfer)
11. Fleet Replacements $50,000 (Budget Amendment and Interfund Transfer)
At approximately 7:27 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:27 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Maloney and a second by Councilmember
Smith, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2023-4463,
that amends the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget in the amount of $1,593,153. The motion carried
unanimously.
9.2. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2023-
4464 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, "Zoning Districts,"
Section 4.2 "Official Zoning Map," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station,
Texas by changing the zoning district boundary from BPI Business Park Industrial to PDD
Planned Development District on approximately 7.37 acres of land being Tract 38.4 of the
Crawford Burnett Survey Abstract 7, generally located at 2900 North Graham Road.
At the request of the applicant this item was pulled and was not considered.
9.3 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2023-
4465 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, “Zoning Districts,”
Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station,
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Texas, by changing the zoning district boundary for approximately 0.35 acres from D Duplex to
MF Multi-Family of Lincoln Place Subdivision Tract 2, Block C, Lot 22, generally located at
710 Vassar Court.
Jesse Dimeolo, Planning and Development, stated that this request is to rezone approximately 0.35
acres of land generally located at 710 Vassar Court from D Duplex to MF Multi-Family. It is the
applicant’s intent to construct a multifamily product resembling townhomes on the property. Rather
than have individually platted lots, the applicant intends to have the future townhomes on a s ingle
multifamily lot, allowing for higher density and more cost-effective living options in the area.
Staff recommends approval of this rezoning request as it is in line with the Comprehensive Plan and
compatible with the surrounding area. This item was heard at the September 7th Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting where the Commission voted to recommend approval.
At approximately 7:39 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:39 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Yancy and a second by Councilmember
Maloney, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2023 -
4465, amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, “Zoning Districts,” Section
4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by
changing the zoning district boundary for approximately 0.35 acres from D Duplex to MF Multi-
Family of Lincoln Place Subdivision Tract 2, Block C, Lot 22, generally located at 710 Vassar Court.
The motion carried unanimously.
At 7:42 p.m., the Mayor recessed the Council Meeting.
The Council Meeting reconvened at 7:49 p.m.
9.4. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2023-
4466 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, “Zoning Districts,”
Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of C ollege Station,
Texas, by changing the zoning district boundary from GS General Suburban to GS General
Suburban and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay on approximately 48.31 acres of land, being
103 lots within Southwood Subdivision Sections 1, 2, 2A, 6, 7, 9, and 10 and Camelot Addition
Section 2 Subdivision, generally located between Southwest Parkway and Guadalupe Drive.
Gabriel Schrum, Planning and Development, stated that this request is to rezone a total of
approximately 48.31 acres from GS General Suburban to GS General Suburban and ROO Restricted
Occupancy Overlay, being approximately:
11.26 acres being 20 lots within Southwood Section 1
9.98 acres being 13 lots within Southwood Section 2
2.96 acres being 4 lots within Southwood Section 2A
10.16 acres being 38 lots within Southwood Section 6, 7 & 9
3.76 acres being 8 lots within Southwood Section 10; and
10.19 acres being 20 lots within Camelot Addition Section 2
Mr. Schrum explained that this request is to add the ROO, which is a single-family overlay zoning
district, to the existing base zoning within these contiguous subdivision boundaries. The ROO is
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intended to provide subdivision-specific occupancy regulations – not to exceed two unrelated persons
per single-family dwelling or accessory living quarter. The Greater Southwood Petition Committee,
comprised of property owners from each original subdivision, has met all requirements of the ROO
application process. The Petition Committee submitted the application materials including the ROO
petition for each subdivision. When applying with contiguous subdivisions applying jointly within
one application, the fifty (50) percent plus one (1) petition signature threshold of property owners in
support of the overlay must be met for each of the original subdivisions that apply jointly. City staff
were able to verify that each original subdivision has met the petition signature threshold in support
of the requested ROO. Southwood Section 6, 7 & 9 is unique in that it has three section numbers but
was platted in 1970 as one subdivision plat and therefore counts as one original subdivision.
The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item at their 9/7/23 meeting and recommended 4 -3
to deny the rezoning.
At approximately 7:57 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
Donald Deere, College Station, came to Council to express his opposition of the Southwood Area
Restricted Occupancy Overlay and request Council to deny the ROO for the Camelot Addition Section
2, where he owns the property.
Blanche Brick, College Station, came before Council to express her support for the ROO located at
Southwest Parkway and Guadalupe Drive.
Bob Brick, College Station, came before Council to give a brief background and speak about when he
was on Council, expressing his support for the ROO for the Southwood area.
Shirley Dupriest, College Station, came before Council to express her support for the ROO for the
Southwood area and that this is what the ROO is intended for.
Wendy Johnson, College Station, came to Council to express her support for the ROO and the
implementation of its option to limit occupancy of residential dwelling units and accessory structures
to no more than two unrelated persons.
Diana Marie Wood, College Station, came before Council as president of the College Station
Association of Neighborhoods and expressed her support for the action and work initiated by the
applicants.
Robert Williamson, College Station, came before Council to express the opinion that this is not a
student problem this is a landlord problem because they are choosing to run a business in a residential
area.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Harvell and a second by Councilmember Wright,
the City Council voted six (6) for and one (1) opposed, with Councilmember Cunha voting against, to
adopt Ordinance No. 2023-4466, amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4,
“Zoning Districts,” Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundary from GS General Suburban to GS
General Suburban and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay on approximately 48.31 acres of land,
being 103 lots within Southwood Subdivision Sections 1, 2, 2A, 6, 7, 9, and 10 and Camelot Addition
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Section 2 Subdivision, generally located between Southwest Parkway and Guadalupe Drive . The
motion carried.
9.5. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2023-
4467 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5.2 “Residential
Dimensional Standards,” Article 7.3 “Off-Street Parking Standards,” and Article 7.4 “Access
Management and Circulation,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas,
regarding parking and access standards for developments in the MH Middle Housing zoning
district.
Michael Ostrowski, Planning and Development Director, stated that the current district standards
require that parking be in the rear yard when the required number of parking spaces exceeds three (3).
While the intent of the district is to create a more walkable pattern of lots, with buildings lining the
streets, this standard may limit an applicant’s desire rezone a property to MH Middle Housing, when
a property’s current zoning district would allow four (4) spaces in the front yard. Staff is proposing to
amend the district standard to increase the maximum number of parking spaces in the front yard to no
more than four (4) if the parking area does not make up more than fifty percent (50%) of the front
yard. This would allow single-family, duplex, and townhouse uses to park in the front yard, if they
choose, and require shared housing uses and multiplex developments to park in the rear yard. Finally,
in Section 7.4.e, a clarity amendment is being provided to state that when rear parking is provided,
one driveway can be provided to serve two lots.
The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item at their 9/7/23 meeting and voted 7-0 to
recommend approval.
At approximately 8:44 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 8:45 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Yancy and a second by Councilmember Harvell,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2023 -4467,
amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5.2 “Residential Dimensional
Standards,” Article 7.3 “Off-Street Parking Standards,” and Article 7.4 “Access Management and
Circulation,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, regarding parking and
access standards for developments in the MH Middle Housing zoning district. The motion carried
unanimously.
9.6. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2023-
4468 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Section 1.10 “Transitional
Provisions,” Section 4.1 “Establishment of Districts,” Section 5.10 “Overlay Districts,” and
Section 6.3 “Types of Use” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, for
the creation of the HOO High Occupancy Overlay.
Michael Ostrowski, Planning and Development Director, stated that this amendment only creates the
HOO High Occupancy Overlay district. A future amendment in October would remove Shared
Housing from the MH Middle Housing zoning district as a permitted use. These are being done as
separate amendments so that we don’t create any non-conforming uses. Following the amendment in
October, the City Council would then consider the rezoning of properties to MH Middle Housing
and/or to HOO High Occupancy Overlay.
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The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item at their September 7, 2023, meeting and voted
7-0 to recommend approval.
At approximately 9:04 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
Chad Hovde, College Station, came before Council on behalf of the Bryan-College Station Regional
Association of Realtors. He expressed several concerns to Council and requested the following:
1. Deny the High Occupancy Overlay (HOO) District tonight; and,
2. Direct staff to create a Middle Housing – S district to allow Shared Housing by right within a
stand-alone zoning district.
If those are not to the Council’s liking, he would request they consider:
1. Table the HOO tonight; and,
2. Direct staff to engage the public in discussions regarding the modifications to Middle Housing
and the creation of the HOO and create a streamlined process for requesting the overlay, similar
to the ROO.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 9:34 p.m.
At approximately 9:34 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
Crissy Hartl, College Station, came before Council to express that some of the language about
‘sufficient size’ is too vague to be fairly applied.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 9:39 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Wright and a second by Councilmember
Maloney, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2023-
4468, amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Section 1.10 “Transitional
Provisions,” Section 4.1 “Establishment of Districts,” Section 5.10 “Overlay Districts,” and Section
6.3 “Types of Use” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, for the creation
of the HOO High Occupancy Overlay. The motion carried unanimously.
9.7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Resolution No. 09-14-23-9.7
appointing members to the Project Steering Committee for the Comprehensive Safety Action
Plan being developed by the Bryan/College Station Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Jason Schubert, Planning and Development, stated that the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan will
evaluate the transportation network and seek to improve safety by reducing or eliminating roadway
fatalities and serious injuries through identifying safety action items and implementation focused on
all roadway users. Staff recommends appointing a combination of City staff, City board members, and
community members to serve on the Project Steering Committee as a variety of perspectives will
enhance the development of the plan. Recommended appointments are:
Randell Smith, Senior Traffic Engineer II – City staff
Katherine Beaman-Jamael, Graduate Engineer II – City staff; City representative on MPO’s
Active Transportation Advisory Panel
Neo Jang – Board member recommended from the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways
Advisory Board
Dennis Christiansen – Current Planning & Zoning Commission Chair; Vice Chair of Brazos
County Regional Mobility Authority
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Doug Bramwell – Chair of Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce Transportation
Committee
The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item at their 9/7/23 meeting and voted 7-0 to
recommend approval.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Maloney and a second by Councilmember
Harvell, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approved Resolution No. 09-
14-.23-9.7, appointing Randell Smith, Katherine Beaman-Jamael, Neo Jang, Dennis Christiansen, and
Doug Bramwell to the Project Steering Committee for the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan being
developed by the Bryan/College Station Metropolitan Planning Organization. The motion carried
unanimously.
9.8. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a HOME-American Rescue Plan
funding agreement in the amount of $1,479,223 with Twin City Mission for Supportive Services
to be provided to College Station residents eligible under the grant requirements.
Items 9.8 and 9.9 were presented together.
9.9. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a HOME-American Rescue Plan
funding agreement in the amount of $174,026 with Twin City Mission to increase capacity for
and operate the Family Support Services program for College Station residents eligible under
the grant requirements.
Raney Whitwell, Community Development Analyst, presented a request for proposal that was released
on May 1, 2023, seeking qualified nonprofits to administer supportive services programming. Four
responses were received to the Request for Proposal. Twin City Mission, Inc. is the only applicant that
proposed a program to serve all qualifying populations without restrictions. This item will allow the
City Council to consider approval of a Supportive Services funding agreement in the amount of
$1,479,223 with Twin City Mission, Inc. to administer the Family Support Services program to
eligible College Station residents.
Mrs. Whitwell presented another request for proposal that was released on May 1, 2023, seeking
qualified nonprofits to administer supportive services programming. Four responses were received to
the Request for Proposal. Twin City Mission, Inc. is the only applicant that proposed a progra m to
serve all qualifying populations without restrictions. This item will allow the City Council to consider
approval of a Nonprofit Operating and Capacity Building funding agreement in the amount of
$174,026 with Twin City Mission, Inc. to develop and operate the Family Support Services program.
The Family Support Services program will provide supportive services, trauma-informed case
management, and benefits navigation to all qualifying populations in College Station. Twin City
Mission will operate the program in donated spaces to provide the services. This contract will end on
September 30, 2030 or when all funds are expended, whichever occurs first. Twin City Mission, Inc,
has served homeless individuals in the Brazos Valley since 1963 and is experienced with the needs
and barriers faced by these populations. This program is expected to have a significant impact on the
most vulnerable residents in our community and will assist them in working towards a stable living
environment and self-sufficiency.
(9.8) Staff recommends consideration of the HOME-ARP Supportive Services funding agreement
with Twin City Missions in the amount of $1,479,223 for the Family Support Services Program.
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(9.9) Staff recommends consideration of the HOME-ARP Nonprofit Operating and Capacity Building
funding agreement with Twin City Mission in the amount of $174,026 for the Family Support Services
Program.
(9.8) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Wright and a second by Councilmember
Yancy, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve a HOME-American
Rescue Plan funding agreement in the amount of $1,479,223 with Twin City Mission for Supportive
Services to be provided to College Station residents eligible under the grant requirements. The motion
carried unanimously.
(9.9) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Harvell and a second by Councilmember
Smith, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve a HOME-American
Rescue Plan funding agreement in the amount of $174,026 with Twin City Mission to increase
capacity for and operate the Family Support Services program for College Station residents eligible
under the grant requirements. The motion carried unanimously.
10. Council Calendar
Council reviewed the calendar.
11. Items of Community Interest: The Council may receive reports from a Council Member or
City Staff about items of community interest for which notice has not been given, including:
expressions of thanks, congratulations or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules;
honorary or salutary recognitions of a public official, public employee, or other citizen;
reminders of upcoming events organized or sponsored by the City of College Station;
information about a social, ceremonial or community event organized or sponsored by an entity
other than the City of College Station that is scheduled to be attended by a Council Member,
another city official or staff of the City of College Station; and announcements involving an
imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the City of College Station that has
arisen after the posting of the agenda.
Mayor recognized October 18th celebration of the City’s 85th anniversary.
Council recognized Alyssa Halle-Schram for her service to the city.
Councilmember Harvell recognized 100th Southside Anniversary.
Councilmember Smith recognized Jennifer Nation for a recent presentation on water conservation.
12. Council Reports on Committees, Boards, and Commission: A Council Member may make a
report regarding meetings of City Council boards and commissions or meetings of boards and
committees on which a Council Member serves as a representative that have met since the last
council meeting. (Committees listed in Coversheet)
Councilmember Yancy reported on the Board of Health.
Councilmember Maloney reported on the Parks and Recreation Board.
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13. Future Agenda Items and Review of Standing List of Council Generated Future Agenda
Items: A Council Member may make a request to City Council to place an item for which no
notice has been given on a future agenda or may inquire about the status of an item on the
standing list of council generated future agenda items. A Council Member’s or City Staff’s
response to the request or inquiry will be limited to a statement of specific factual information
related to the request or inquiry or the recitation of existing policy in response to the request or
inquiry. Any deliberation of or decision about th e subject of a request will be limited to a
proposal to place the subject on the agenda for a subsequent meeting.
No future items at this time.
14. Adjournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Nichols adjourned the meeting of the City Council at 10:19
p.m. on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
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John P. Nichols, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Tanya Smith, City Secretary