Shana R. Arthur

Flock Safety Camera Privacy

Existing operational contract costs for 51 cameras.

arts and culture grants

The city is pulling $210,000 from its budget to fund these creative initiatives.

2026 Property Tax Rate and Budget Adoption

Proposes a total tax rate of $0.4272 per $100 valuation, resulting in an estimated median homestead tax of $991.10.

Mid-South Electric Cooperative Water and Wastewater System Acquisition

Substantial capital investment financed through revenue bonds to acquire major utility infrastructure.

Police Staffing and Public Safety

The proposal involves a $2.8 million increase in the police department's personnel budget.

Stormwater Utility Fee Study

The city faces a substantial unfunded need for stormwater infrastructure, estimated at $210 million, which could lead to increased costs for residents or impact city services if not addressed.

Owen Park Archery Range Proposal

Modest capital outlay with potential tourism economic returns from sports tournaments.

Concerns Regarding Older Neighborhood Infrastructure

The issues raised suggest potential future costs for infrastructure upgrades and service provision.

Technology Park Revitalization

Shifts the strategic use and potential revenue generation of city-owned property in Deison Technology Park.

employee compensation study

The city is shelling out $80,000 upfront, which could lead to adjusted payroll costs down the line depending on what the study finds.

property tax increase

Your property tax bill is likely going up if this passes.

National Economic Development Opportunity

Potential long-term economic boost and real property transactions.

Data Center Regulations

Developers will be required to cover the costs of infrastructure upgrades and impact mitigation.

Animal Shelter Management

Funded through grants and municipal operating budgets.

Groundwater Management

The city faces potential costs for groundwater infrastructure and well replacements.

U.S. Space Academy Proposal Initiative

Initial expenditure of up to $25,000 for proposal development.

Reinstatement and Restructuring of the Planning Commission

Minimal administrative costs.

Municipal Judicial Appointment

The exact cost of these services was not disclosed during the meeting.

South Pine Lake Road Infrastructure and Pothole Repairs

Addressed via ongoing capital improvement projects.

Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget

The adopted budget sets the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year and includes a property tax rate that will affect residents' property tax bills.

Appointment of Director of Economic Development

Appointment to Houston-Galveston Area Council Transportation Policy Council

Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center Board Appointments

CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee Appointments

Parks Board Resolution and Appointments

Parks Vendor List Modification

Renaming Community Development to Municipal Development Department

Janitorial Services Bid Award

People's Road Materials Interlocal Agreement Bid Award

Stewart's Creek Preserve Plat Extension Variance Denial

Energy Easements for Water Plant No. 14

SJRA Connection Reimbursement Agreement for Water Plant No. 26

Tourist Advisory Council Appointments

BJA JAG Grant Acceptance for Police Crash Reconstruction

FY 2027 Purchase Order for External Audit Services

Repeal of Resolution Supporting Dyson Technology Park Venue

Conroe Local Government Corporation Board Appointments

Indefinite Table of Items 20 through 26

Consent Agenda Approval (Items 27 through 35)

Parks Board Resolution

2026 Tax Rate Adoption

Eminent Domain Resolution for Water Plant 33

Eminent Domain Resolution for Water Plant 34

Proposing Property Tax Rate of $0.5069

Binding Referendum on FLOCK Cameras

Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District DFC Resolution

Expressed concern over potential aquifer depletion and lack of public education and workshops.

Repealing Resolution 4840-25 (In-Person Executive Sessions)

Emphasized the importance of protecting the confidentiality and security of sensitive legal matters.

Appointment of Interim City Administrator Negotiations

SJRA GRP Review Committee Appointment

Agreed with deferring or clarifying the potential conflict of interest before proceeding.

Technology Park Land Reservation for Economic Initiative

Third-Party Firm for Financial Disclosure Review