Council rejects Stewart's Creek Preserve Plat Extension Variance Denial, 0–5

Appointment of Director of Economic Development

5 yes, 0 no

Appointment to Houston-Galveston Area Council Transportation Policy Council

5 yes, 0 no

Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center Board Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

Parks Board Resolution and Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

Parks Vendor List Modification

5 yes, 0 no

Renaming Community Development to Municipal Development Department

5 yes, 0 no

Janitorial Services Bid Award

5 yes, 0 no

People's Road Materials Interlocal Agreement Bid Award

5 yes, 0 no

Stewart's Creek Preserve Plat Extension Variance Denial

0 yes, 5 no

Energy Easements for Water Plant No. 14

5 yes, 0 no

SJRA Connection Reimbursement Agreement for Water Plant No. 26

5 yes, 0 no

Tourist Advisory Council Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

BJA JAG Grant Acceptance for Police Crash Reconstruction

5 yes, 0 no

FY 2027 Purchase Order for External Audit Services

5 yes, 0 no

Repeal of Resolution Supporting Dyson Technology Park Venue

5 yes, 0 no

Conroe Local Government Corporation Board Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

Indefinite Table of Items 20 through 26

5 yes, 0 no

Consent Agenda Approval (Items 27 through 35)

5 yes, 0 no

Parks Board Resolution

5 yes, 0 no

Consent Agenda

5 yes, 0 no

Stewarts Creek Preserve Plat Extension

A variance request concerning a plat extension for the Stewarts Creek Preserve subdivision.

Discussed — no decision yet

Stewart's Creek Preserve

The developer requested a second preliminary plat extension for a 133-acre mixed-use subdivision.

denied (5-0) · still denied

Water Infrastructure and Well Replacement Projects

The agenda features several vital water utility items, including a contract for replacing Water Well No. 14, Entergy easements, and SJRA connection reimbursement agreements. These projects ensure reliable water service for growing areas like The Woodlands Hills.

What it means: Conroe water utility customers and residents in developing areas requiring secure water supplies.

Unit Development Density Restrictions

The council is considering amending zoning and subdivision codes to cap residential density at six dwelling units per acre for unit developments. This change aims to control growth and manage housing density across new developments in Conroe.

What it means: Existing residents seeking to manage neighborhood growth and curb high-density housing sprawl.

Technology Park Revitalization

The council will discuss repealing a previous resolution that reserved a portion of Deison Technology Park for a public multi-purpose entertainment venue and park. This could open up the land for alternative economic development projects.

What it means: Businesses and industrial interests looking for available commercial acreage in the technology park.

Reinstatement and Restructuring of the Planning Commission

The council discussed bringing back the planning commission as an advisory body to review plats and growth impacts rather than rubber-stamping development.

What it means: Conroe residents seeking transparent planning.

Animal Shelter Management

The city announced major upgrades to the animal shelter, including construction, a new mobile adoption trailer, and the successful hiring of full-time veterinarian Dr. Andrew Wirtz.

What it means: Conroe residents and stray or surrendered animals.

South Pine Lake Road Infrastructure and Pothole Repairs

Residents voiced frustration over severe road deterioration, potholes, and incomplete paving along South Pine Lake Road between recent developments.

What it means: Motorists and area residents traveling South Pine Lake Road.

Flock Safety Camera Privacy

Police leadership and representatives from Flock Safety demonstrated how ALPR cameras operate, addressing privacy, data retention, and Fourth Amendment compliance.

What it means: Existing operational contract costs for 51 cameras.