HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/29/2025 - Special Minutes - City CouncilMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
IN -PERSON WITH TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
SEPTEMBER 29, 2025
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF BRAZOS
Present:
John P. Nichols, Mayor
Council:
Mark Smith, Mayor ProTem
William Wright
David White
Melissa McIlhaney
Bob Yancy
Scott Shafer
Citv 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 Ouorum is Present.
With a quorum present, the Special Meeting of the College Station City Council was called to order by
Mayor Nichols via In -Person and Teleconference at 3:05 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025, in the
Council Chambers of the City of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas
77840.
2. SPECIAL ITEMS
2.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible direction regarding a convention or event center studv.
Mayor opened both items together.
2.2. Presentation and discussion regarding potential opportunities for a multi -event center.
Bryan Woods, City Manager, presented Bill Rhoda, EVP Business Development with Legends Global.
Bill Rhoda, EVP Business Development with Legends Global, provided a presentation to the City
Council outlining their business model and exploring potential opportunities for a multi -event center in
College Station. The presentation provided the City Council with an opportunity to learn about possible
approaches to a convention or multi -use facility and to engage in discussion regarding future possibilities
for such a project.
SPM092925 Minutes Page I
Mr. Rhoda explained that Legends Global (Legends) offers a complete solution for clients, covering
building plans, acquisition, development, sales, and food and beverage services. Legends are unique in
supporting clients from start to finish, assisting with planning and execution. Their services include
financial market analysis, project development, and valuation for clients like universities. They help
determine which facilities to build, such as arenas or convention centers, offering insights into size,
revenues, expenses, and financing options. As an owner's representative, Legends will manage schedules
and budgets, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget. They oversee construction, focusing on
architects and contractors.
Notable projects include:
• University of Kansas (KU) $400 million football stadium renovation
• Florida State's football stadium renovation
• OU Arena project for the University of Oklahoma
• Sofi Stadium's $5 billion project for the Rams and Chargers
• Rogers Centre's $400 million renovation in Toronto
• Superdome's $550 million renovation during COVID
• Buffalo Bills' $2.3 billion venue opening next year
In addition, ASM Global (ASM) is a global venue management company and Legends is its largest
client. ASM handles operations, security, marketing, tech, janitorial services, and more for sports and
entertainment buildings. Their focus is on delivering projects on time and within budget while enhancing
the guest experience to benefit clients financially. Collaboration with stakeholders such as cities,
counties, and universities is crucial. ASM's expertise ensures buildings are optimized for operations,
revenue, and guest satisfaction. They work closely with design and construction teams to address budget
concerns and ensure seamless project completion.
In closing Mr. Rhoda provided the following framework for a successful project:
• Establish a project governance structure early
• Engage contractor early — having construction manager (CMaR) input on pricing, materials,
schedule, constructability, and means & methods is critical to finalizing budget and setting up
the project for success.
• Finalize development agreement early and finalize financing, understanding any funding,
reporting, and mitigation requirements necessary to include in architect or CMaR agreements
and budgeting exercises. Completing later can impact budget and schedule.
• Determine priorities, goals, and program early, i.e. sustainability and technology goals.
• Engage concessionaire early in project to determine approach, equipment, and technology
required.
• Engage sales & sponsorship early to finalize sales program and naming rights / founding partner
activations, eliminating change orders and redesign later.
• Conduct peer reviews of design with other building operators and any leagues.
Hunter Goodwin, College Station, stated expressed his support for a partnership with Legends Global.
He believes that the community lacks the facilities and management that this organization could provide,
which would attract new businesses and events to the area.
3. Adiournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Nichols adjourned the Special Meeting of the City Council at
4:34 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025.
SPM092925 Minutes Page 2
Joh ?Plll�
P.Nichols, Mayor
ATTE T:
Tanya Smith, City Secretary
SPM092925 Minutes Page 3