Houston, Texas — Public Meeting Index

The Houston Planning Commission convened on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 2:32 PM at City Hall Annex, 900 Bagby, with Chair Lisa Clark presiding. Fourteen members were present, establishing a quorum. The meeting, which also allowed public monitoring via HTV, covered minutes approval, a director’s report, and numerous plats and variance requests. Significant public testimony was heard on the Broad Oaks Reserve replat (Item 72), which was deferred. The meeting adjourned at 4:08 PM. Consent Calendar - Sections A and B (Items 1–71): The Commission approved all staff recommendations for consent and replat items not requiring notification, with Commissioner Heisch abstaining from Items 4–8, 26, 34–36, and 44, and Commissioner Modass abstaining from Items 25, 30, 40, and 44. The motion passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Broad Oaks Reserve (Item 72): Multiple residents opposed the density of 21 homes on 2.5 acres. Garney Griggs, President of the Broad Oaks Area Civic Association, stated the neighborhood supports development but not the current density. Glenn Hilford raised drainage concerns about a deep ravine on the property. Bill Pyle noted the road is in disrepair and sewer infrastructure may be inadequate. Debbie Layton, a 37-year resident, described construction disruptions and loss of green space. Lisa Francisco pointed out that the plat omits required drainage features per Chapter 42. Lee Lahorkade requested a traffic study and drainage plan. George Francisco noted the development would increase homes on that section of East Broad Oaks by 40%. Randall Hicks, a direct neighbor, said the developer met with only four people and offered limited communication. Kenny Gerais questioned whether the plat meets Chapter 42 requirements for showing sewer inlets and paving widths. - Brayswood Extension (Item 83): Evelyn Crudy, Executive Director of the Brayswood Property Owners Association, requested that replat names include the original subdivision to avoid complications with deed restrictions. She acknowledged the applicant agreed to include the name in the final plat. - Topps Surgical Gosling (Item 89): Randy Nearin and Ken Wilson, residents on Inway Oaks, spoke in support of the variance to keep Nway Drive a dead-end street, citing safety concerns. - 507 Cordell Street (Item 100): Owner Genevieve Rowland clarified that they are only widening the existing front porch by three feet. - 6515 Lockwood Drive (Item 101): Gregory McAfee, an adjacent property owner, expressed concerns about the variance being requested after the house was built. Chair Clark and Commissioner Garza explained the process and that a field error occurred. Discussion Items - Director’s Report: Secretary Von Tran reported on a plat tracker user survey, six major thoroughfare/freeway plan amendment applications for a May 14 workshop, and Planning Commission training on March 26. - Broad Oaks Reserve (Item 72): Araceli Rodriguez presented the plat to create 21 single-family lots and one parking reserve. No variances were requested. Resident concerns centered on density, flooding, traffic, and parking. The Commission discussed that this is a “shall approve” plat under Chapter 42 and that drainage, traffic, and parking are handled at later permitting stages. Commissioner Sigler moved to defer for two weeks to facilitate additional communication between the developer and community. The motion passed 12–2, with Commissioners Heisch and Garza opposed. - Brayswood Extension (Item 83): The replat of two large lots faced no opposition. Discussion focused on naming conventions and deed restrictions. Staff noted that a recent ordinance change makes the original subdivision name optional, but it remains in the legal description. The Commission approved the plat. - Portman Center Street (Item 88): A deferred item for a 275-unit multifamily development, requesting a variance for a 7.5-foot building line. Staff recommended a second deferral to update a posted sign and work with CenterPoint. The Commission deferred. - Topps Surgical Gosling (Item 89): A variance request to exceed intersection spacing by not providing an east-west street through the site. Staff requested a second deferral to address Harris County concerns about access to adjacent tracts. 33 letters of support were received. The Commission deferred. - 6515 Lockwood Drive (Item 101): A variance for a 17.5-foot garage building line (required 25 feet) on a major thoroughfare. The house was substantially completed at the reduced setback due to a field error. Staff supported the variance, noting Lockwood Drive effectively becomes a local street at that point. The Commission approved. - 609 Oxford Street (Item 102): A mid-rise multifamily building requesting no buffer to a single-family lot under same ownership. Staff recommended deferral for further study. The Commission deferred. - Other Items: Items 73–87 and 100–103 were processed with minimal discussion, mostly approving staff recommendations. Items that violated deed restrictions (74, 77, 78, 80) were deferred at applicant request. Item 84 (Ventana Lakes East drill site park) was approved with a variance for recreational use on a reserve with mineral rights. Key Outcomes - Broad Oaks Reserve (Item 72) deferred until the April 2 meeting, with the expectation that the developer will meet with the community. - Items 74, 77, 78, 80 deferred at applicant request to address deed restrictions or provide additional information. - Items 75, 88, 89, 102 deferred with various reasons (state rep request, sign update, county concerns, further study). - All other items (73, 76, 79, 81–87, 90–101, 103) approved as recommended by staff, with any variances granted. - Public hearing date of April 16, 2026 established for multiple plats (Balboa Estates, etc.). - Commissioner recusals and abstentions noted for specific items during voting.

The Housing and Community Development Committee meeting, chaired by Councilmember Thomas, convened on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, to review the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan, discuss subrecipient agreements, approve tax credit resolutions, adopt disaster recovery program guidelines, and consider a TURS fund amendment. Director Mike Nichols and department staff presented updates on housing strategy, 419 Emancipation, and DR17 closeout progress. Discussion Items - Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan: Amy Conley, Planning and Grant Reporting Director, presented the proposed allocation of $51,721,029.18 in HUD formula funds (CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG). Public notice and comment period runs March 9 to April 8, 2026. Two public meetings scheduled: in-person March 31 at Alief Community Center and virtual April 7. Allocations are similar to PY2025 with a minor shift from multifamily rehab to economic development. Committee discussed code enforcement funding (not included this year—department needs met via other sources) and land trust model usage. - Subrecipient Amendment – Avenue CDC: Second amendment to add $125,000 in CDBG funds and extend performance to December 31, 2026, for a housing education and counseling program. The program has served 709 clients (126 pre-purchase, 50 post-purchase, 29 foreclosure intervention) and clients face an average affordability gap of $98,300. Avenue CDC has expended 85% of funding and served 90% of client goal. - 4% Housing Tax Credit Resolutions: Three rehabilitation projects seeking resolutions of no objection: Sterlingshire Apartments (200 units, families, 60% AMI, District B), Mariposa at Reed Road (180 units, seniors, 30-80% AMI, District D), and Mariposa at Ella (182 units, seniors, 30-60% AMI, ETJ near District B). No city funding involved. Committee set public hearing dates: April 1 motion, April 8 hearing, April 15 resolution. - DR24 Multifamily Housing Program Guidelines: Approval recommended for guidelines using approximately $50 million in CDBG-DR funds for new construction/renovation of affordable rental housing for low-income renters affected by 2024 Derecho and Hurricane Beryl. - DR24 Power Generation Resilience Program Guidelines: Approval recommended for guidelines to install emergency generators at critical infrastructure (water, wastewater, fire/police stations, multi-service centers). $100+ million anticipated; administered with OEM, fire, police, public works, GSD. - TURS Fund Amendment (Fund 2409): Proposed reappropriation of $5 million: decrease disaster recovery by $3 million (to $4M) and homelessness by $2 million (to $700K), increase multifamily/public facilities activity from $100K to $5.1 million. Funds will be used for rehab, new construction, maintenance, utilities, and activity delivery costs for homeless housing facilities (e.g., roof repairs at Harmony House Navigation Center). No specific projects yet; all future contracts require council approval. - DR17 Closeout Update: Submitted over $1.1 million in reimbursement requests for HBAP 2.0 program; received just under $1 million in approvals from the General Land Office. Closeout letters expected for economic development, HOPWA, and single-family new home development programs. - 419 Emancipation Navigation Center Update: Facility serving as triage/access point for homeless individuals (222 beds, expandable to 320). Operator selection process completed; a 501(c)(3) nonprofit will be presented to council in mid-to-late April along with DR24 public service program guidelines. $30 million from DR24 allocated over three years. Opening targeted no later than mid-June 2026. Discussions ongoing with Coalition for the Homeless for permanent housing vouchers; HOT team (police) will be located in the facility. - Housing Affordability Strategy Update: Joint city-county strategy (HRA consultants) in month four. Needs assessment and ecosystem assessment completed. Working group meetings starting mid-to-late April; draft expected around October 2026. - Project Status Updates: Rushmore on Highway 6 (68% complete), Boulevard 61 on Richmond (84% complete, estimated completion October 2026), New Hope Housing Avenue C (95% complete, ribbon cutting May 28). Key Outcomes - Committee will forward the PY2026 Annual Action Plan to council for approval, with public comment opportunities through April 8. - Approved the Avenue CDC subrecipient amendment for additional $125,000 and extended performance period. - Set public hearing dates (April 1, 8, 15) for resolutions of no objection on three 4% tax credit rehab projects. - Recommended adoption of DR24 Multifamily Housing and Power Generation Resilience Program Guidelines (formal council vote required). - Approved the TURS Fund amendment (Fund 2409) reappropriating $5 million to multifamily/public facilities; future contracts must return to council. - Operator of 419 Emancipation to be publicly announced within days; publication process requires 30-day notice before council vote. - Department will provide committee with guidelines links, TURS expenditure history, and inactive application data for down payment assistance program. Public Comments & Testimony - Shannon Hunter (representing developer) offered to answer questions on Mariposa at Ella and Mariposa at Reed Road preservation/rehab deals. No questions raised.

The City Council of Houston convened on March 17, 2026, for a regular meeting that included proclamations, public testimony on multiple community issues, and the consideration of agenda items for March 18. The meeting began with the recognition of Councilmember Tarsha Jackson’s return after back surgery and featured proclamations celebrating the Houston Grand Opera’s 2026 Grammy Award, Goya Foods’ 90th anniversary, and March as Procurement Month. Public speakers addressed concerns about the Polk Street/G.R.B. Convention Center project, the dissolution of HPD’s Community Affairs Division, traffic stop disparities, the conditions at BARC animal shelter, and other topics. Council then processed a lengthy consent agenda and debated several separate ordinances. Public Comments & Testimony - Bruce Nichols (Frostwood resident) expressed strong support for the TIRZ 17 board appointments, praising the zone’s economic development, stormwater projects, and planned public safety center. He thanked retiring and new board members. - Dominique Mazot supported the downtown promenade but warned it could become a homeless magnet and called for better enforcement. He also argued that major infrastructure changes on city rights-of-way should require a voter referendum, similar to the Metro Red Line. - Marcy Heisinger (People for Polk) said the city was creating a “manufactured inevitability” around the Polk Street / G.R.B. Convention Center project by advancing financial commitments before promised mitigations (detours, design changes, citizen advisory group) were implemented. She urged the council to ensure the process was logical and legal. - Lisa Hunt (People for Polk) asked the council to ensure transparency and accountability in the G.R.B. project, noting that the interlocal agreement with Houston First was proceeding without public disclosure of design changes or detours. She requested answers before approval. - Randall Callanan (LULAC/NAACP) opposed the closure of HPD’s Community Affairs Division, arguing it erodes trust, especially in immigrant communities. He warned that HPD’s reported 30-minute detentions for ICE on administrative warrants violate the Fourth Amendment and could lead to lawsuits. - Jeff Reese (former sheriff’s deputy) urged the council to view the Community Affairs closure as a budgetary issue and suggested disassociating from ICE to save money and officer time. He emphasized the need for trust between police and community. - Nicholas Little (Houston NAACP Criminal Justice Chair) detailed the Community Affairs Division’s history (founded after Joe Campos Torres’ killing in 1977) and cited HPD data: the division held 1,200+ meetings annually and partnered with 300+ organizations; since its dissolution, community outreach interactions dropped over 40% in 2026. He called for reinstatement. - Mark Rodriguez (Second Ward civic group president) noted that despite requesting HPD attendance at a community meeting, no officers showed up. He urged the return of accessible community policing, especially for elderly residents without internet. - Hai Mui (We the People Organize) asked whether HPD’s cooperation with ICE under a 287(g) program or the need to detain immigrants led to the closure of the Community Affairs Division. She said traffic stops should not become immigration enforcement. - Rev. Dr. Stephanie Wilkins (Pure Justice, NAACP) described personal and family experiences with unwarranted traffic stops and called for proactive solutions that treat Black and brown communities with dignity. She urged the council to keep the most impacted groups at the forefront. - Baldomero Garza (Protect Herman Park) challenged Harris County’s compliance with Texas Parks & Wildlife Code in the proposed condemnation of 8.9 acres of Hermann Park for a hospital facility. He said the county has not proven feasible alternatives and called on the city to protect the park. - Kathy Blueford-Daniels petitioned to rename Tufly Park in Fifth Ward to James R. Hall Park, honoring a longtime educator and coach. Councilmember Jackson confirmed the item would appear on the next week’s agenda. - Carol Churchill (owner, China Garden Restaurant) complained that since October 2025, street closures near the Toyota Center for Rockets games blocked access to her business, without prior notice. She requested help resolving the issue with Apex security. - John Nix (Spring Branch resident) asked the city to stop cooperating with ICE and become a full sanctuary city, reinstate strong local civil rights protections, and improve sidewalks and microtransit in Spring Branch. - Larry Cooper requested the city inspect all Lewis Foodtown stores for code and safety violations, alleging decades of noncompliance and injuries. - Joetta Stevenson (Greater Fifth Ward Super Neighborhood) presented data showing black and brown drivers are disproportionately stopped, especially for minor violations. She recommended deprioritizing non-safety stops, increasing transparency, and eliminating quotas. Councilmember Evans noted quotas were already prohibited via Proposition A. - Selena Bray Bulls (Pure Justice) argued that the criminal legal system’s widening net—through traffic stops, surveillance, and enforcement—disproportionately harms Black, brown, immigrant, and disabled residents. She urged the council to adopt policies like deprioritizing non-safety stops and to avoid “burning some Houstonians to give others a band-aid.” - Samuel Mayers (constituent) reported that the city abated his property without notice, seized vehicles, and that he was handcuffed and removed from his own lot. He said an officer told him it was retaliation for an internal affairs complaint. Councilmember Pollard promised to connect him with Public Works. - Aston Allison & Edward Salazar (Downtown Nightlife Safety Collective) presented a proposal for a unified public safety operations division for the Main Street nightlife corridor, citing fragmented current efforts and the approaching 2026 FIFA World Cup. They asked for city support to create a “shovel-ready” safety net. - Julia Robinson (citizen) urged the council to distinguish between euthanasia and killing at BARC, stating that healthy animals are being killed as inventory control. She said BARC’s live release rate was about 80% in 2025, below the 90% benchmark. She called for policy changes to save more animals. - Leslie Burrow (animal welfare advocate) pleaded with the council to stop the killing of healthy dogs at BARC and to allocate proper funding and support. She said dogs are being euthanized daily. - Michael Bloodworth (volunteer historian, 1940 Air Terminal Museum) reported that the museum at Hobby Airport has closed due to lack of funding. He emphasized its historical importance and asked for city support as it nears its 100th anniversary. Councilmember Martinez noted the city is looking into the situation. - Dennis Sullivan criticized the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for presenting a low-quality image of cowboy culture and urged the council to help connect authentic Black cowboy heritage to the rodeo’s leadership. - TJ Baker called on the city to divest its commercial paper holdings in BNP Paribas and Bank of Montreal (totaling $300 million) because those firms finance war that harms civilians, including the killing of 175 girls in a school. He argued the city has precedent for divestment (South Africa). - Crystal Piper alleged that HPD officers at the Greenspoint station severely beat her, then retaliated by taking her 15-year-old daughter, who was beaten and raped by nine officers. She said CPS filed a false report and she has not seen her daughter in four months. She demanded the council intervene. The mayor said he would have his chief of staff contact HPD internal affairs. - Eduardo Duran (brief) warned about AI data centers and depopulation agendas, but his time expired. Consent Calendar - The council approved the minutes of March 3 and 4, 2026. - Several motions to suspend rules added speakers to the three-minute non-agenda list (Kathy Blueford-Daniels, Carol Churchill, etc.). - The council voted on a lengthy consent calendar containing numerous routine items: appointments to TIRZ 16 and 17 boards; condemnation award deposit; purchases of signal monitoring solutions, public safety radios, and portable restroom rentals; participation in Harris County Precinct 2 Partnership Project; issuance of Public Improvement Bonds; repeal of a prior ordinance and creation of a managed pedestrian area on Main Street; property insurance program approvals (multiple carriers for city property, Houston First property, G.R.B. Convention Center, and terrorism coverage); various construction and professional service contracts (Hensel Phelps, Brown Reynolds Watford, Spall Glass, playground improvements, Alstom Transport, network cabling, etc.); grant applications for active attack response and violent crime suppression; land transfer from Public Works to Parks for East Aldine Management District; interlocal agreements with Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority, Houston First Corporation, and Harris County; condemnation for water line project; and several solid waste franchises. Items 11, 12, 18, 20, 24, 25, 29, 30, 35, and 36 were removed for separate consideration. Discussion Items - Playground improvements (Item 20): Councilmember Kamin highlighted a $4 million investment in community parks, including Mangum Manor where the playground was condemned in 2023. Councilmember Alcorn discussed the Open Space Ordinance, noting a proposal to allow 30% of funds to be spent citywide to address disparities; public hearings are scheduled. Councilmember Davis initially tagged the item to ensure funds for Yellowstone Park in District B, but removed the tag after the mayor promised to address it. - HIV/STD services amendment (Item 25): Councilmember Evans spoke in support, noting that 1 in 200 Houstonians lives with HIV, congenital syphilis has increased 200%, and 40% of new infections come from people unaware of their status. The council passed the amendment. - Violent crime suppression grant (Item 30): Councilmember Pollard questioned why HPD accepted state overtime money from the governor’s office but declined his offer of district-funded overtime for community policing. Mayor Whitmire responded that Pollard was trying to politicize the department and declined to debate. The item was passed. - Managed pedestrian area on Main Street (Items 11 & 12): Councilmember Martinez praised the Main Street 2.0 pilot, noting that downtown will have 120 blocks repaved before the FIFA World Cup. Mayor Whitmire applauded Central Houston’s work for completing 85 blocks under budget and ahead of schedule. Key Outcomes - The council adopted the minutes and added three speakers to the non-agenda list. - Appointments confirmed: TIRZ 16 board (Michael Public Servant, Stephen Lerner, Ramon Ventura Guzman, Clayton Friels) and TIRZ 17 board (Alex Massa, Marlon Trujillo, Ben Pislak, Pete Delongchamp, Ann Gibbons reappointed, Zach Hodges, Andy Iverson). - All consent items passed with a single vote, except those removed for separate consideration. - Items 11, 12, 18, 20, 24, 25, 29, 30, 35, 36 were each voted on separately and passed. - Item 35 (interlocal with Houston First for G.R.B. project) was adopted despite concerns raised by community speakers; Councilmember Salinas noted remaining questions but supported moving forward. - Item 36 (infrastructure reimbursement agreement with Memorial Heights) passed after Councilmember Kamin highlighted safe crossing improvements near Sinclair Elementary. - Item 21 (Alstom Transport contract) was received during the meeting and passed. - Renaming of Tufly Park to James R. Hall Park was announced for the next week’s agenda. - Councilmember Pollard’s request for a direct answer on overtime funds was unresolved; the mayor directed him to discuss with the police chief. - The council urged residents to vote in the District C special election (early voting March 18–31, election day April 4).

The Houston Forensic Science Center (HFSC) Board of Directors met on March 13, 2026, to discuss board composition, approve contracts for outsourcing toxicology and DNA services, review the FY2027 budget, and receive updates on quality metrics and operations. The meeting highlighted significant progress in reducing the sexual assault kit backlog from 10,000 to four over 90 days, while noting persistent challenges in firearms backlogs and the need for sustained funding to maintain progress. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The board unanimously adopted the minutes from the January 9, 2026, board meeting with no corrections or additions. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak, and the public comment period was closed. Discussion Items - Board Composition Update: Chairwoman Cohen announced that Director Philip Hilder stepped down due to health reasons, thanking him for his service. Mayor Whitmeyer and City Council appointed Mr. Durfee, a retired Harris County District Attorney's Office attorney with over 30 years of experience, to fill the remainder of Hilder's term. Director Durfee expressed appreciation for the independence of forensic labs and his commitment to HFSC. - Emergency Contract Amendment: Chairwoman Cohen reported an amendment to the Signature Science outsourcing contract executed on February 26, 2026, adding $550,000 for a total contract value of $2.6 million. No board action was required. - Dr. Stout's Operations Report: Dr. Peter Stout provided an overview, noting that the FY2027 budget aims to maintain a cost of about $1,600 per request, consistent with the current fiscal year. He emphasized that national crime laboratories are underfunded, with an average of $620 per request nationally versus an estimated sustainable cost of $2,200. At HFSC, the biology backlog has dropped dramatically, with only four sexual assault kits over 90 days old. Firearms backlogs remain high and will take years to resolve. Dr. Stout warned that any budget cuts would lead to increasing backlogs, particularly affecting sexual assault kits and cold case initiatives from HPD. - FY2027 Budget Presentation: CFO David Leach presented the budget. The city-contributed revenue request is $3.9 million (an 11% increase) to maintain current operations and fund property room transition needs. The base need is $2.7 million to sustain existing services, with an additional $1.2 million for property room staffing (bringing 6 part-time transition employees to full-time and moving 9 HPD warehouse positions to HFSC cost-neutrally). The budget assumes a 7.5% vacancy rate and includes a 3.5% average pay increase and a 20% health insurance cost increase. No new capital equipment is planned; the laboratory will absorb inflation through efficiencies. - Quality Report: Jacqueline Morrell, Quality Director, presented a 48-page management review. In 2025, HFSC completed 10 internal audits, submitted 362 blind quality control cases, implemented 7 OSAC standards, completed 9 risk assessments, initiated 16 preventive/process improvements, and reported 194 nonconformances. The high number of nonconformances indicates a healthy reporting culture. She described a recent example where a reagent defect was identified via the blind program, leading to disclosures to stakeholders and corrective actions. - Audit Update: David Leach informed the board that the single audit for FY2024, delayed due to missing federal guidance, has been completed with a clean opinion (100% pass). No vote was needed. Key Outcomes - Motion Carried: Approval of a contract with National Medical Services (NMS) for toxicology outsourcing services, not to exceed $400,000. Authorized Dr. Stout to execute. - Motion Carried: Approval of a contract with Signature Science, LLC for DNA outsourcing services funded by a Bureau of Justice Assistance grant (Capacity Enhancement Backlog Reduction, Year 24), not to exceed $760,367. Authorized Dr. Stout to execute. - Motion Carried: Approval of the FY2027 budget as presented, including the $3.9 million city funding request. The board voted unanimously in favor. - Next Meeting: Scheduled for May 8, 2026.

The Resilience Committee met on March 5, 2026, chaired by Council Member Twila Carter. The primary agenda item was a presentation by Taylor Landon of the Greater Houston Partnership (GHP) on their initiative to make Houston the most resilient coastal city in the world, focusing on strengthening critical systems. The meeting also included public comment from Dominique Mazok. Public Comments & Testimony - Dominique Mazok emphasized several recommendations regarding resilience. He argued that Metro should have a representative in resilience discussions because Metro would be the primary transit provider for evacuations from George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB). He called for a permanent command center in the GRB rebuild or alternatively the use of command trucks by city, county, and Metro. He urged that the upcoming hurricane conference at GRB (referenced as July but later clarified to be a disasters expo on October 14-15, 2026) promote personal preparedness, such as having radios tuned to weather emergency channel 162.400 and assembling 72-hour emergency kits. He also advocated for using managed lanes on I-10 and I-45 solely for emergency supplies and buses after disasters, and for moving city council operations into district offices to improve local access. Discussion Items - Taylor Landon (Greater Houston Partnership) presented the organization's resilience work, which originated from member discussions following Hurricane Barrel. The goal is to make Houston the most resilient coastal city by strengthening six critical systems: flood mitigation, healthcare, transportation, power, telecommunications, and water. GHP focuses on systems-level resilience rather than individual resilience (addressed by organizations like United Way and Baker Ripley). Their approach involves three buckets: convening stakeholders, advocating for policy solutions, and communicating Houston's resilience story. Early wins include securing backup generation funding from HUD and facilitating coordination between a logistics company and law enforcement during an acute event. - Council Member Martinez thanked the partnership and highlighted alignment on homelessness, noting recent collaboration on a DC fly-in and the importance of viewing homelessness as a resilience issue. - Chair Twila Carter echoed this, describing homelessness as a "storm without the water" and stressing that resilience includes social issues. She praised the partnership's role and expressed commitment to ongoing collaboration. Key Outcomes - No formal votes or decisions were taken. The committee expressed strong support for the GHP's work and a commitment to continued partnership. - The next Resilience Committee meeting was scheduled for April 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM. - A minor clarification was made: a disasters expo at GRB is planned for October 14-15, 2026, not July.

The Houston Planning Commission met on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 2:32 PM in the City Hall Annex (900 Bagby). Chair Clark presided with 15 members present (quorum of 11). The meeting adjourned at 4:19 PM. Items 73 (Charles Mont Homes) and 86 (McAlpine Terraces) were withdrawn. An off-street parking variance for 3520 and 3616 Center Street was not required due to state law (Texas 218.102 A2A) superseding the city's 1.2 parking spaces per unit requirement, as the project met the state minimum of one space per unit. Consent Calendar - Items 1–71 (Sections A & B): Approved as a group, with recusals noted for Commissioner Shepard on items 2, 4, 12, 41, 42, and 46. Items 2, 4, 12, 41, 42, and 46 were approved separately after the main motion. All staff recommendations were adopted. - Approval of Minutes: Minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting were approved. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 75 (Fuel Depot Sophomore): John May (2420 Rosedale Street) expressed concern about gambling machines and blight, stating the replat would be a poor business decision. Mary Quinlan (2707 Ravisdale) opposed the gas station, citing traffic safety on Live Oak Street, environmental toxins, and incompatibility with the historic neighborhood. Both speakers urged denial. - Item 84 (Kingsbury Villas): Jessica McBride (4611 Kingsbury) opposed the replat of two single-family lots, citing existing drainage and flooding issues on Kingsbury Drive, concerns about additional runoff, and the loss of neighborhood integrity. The chair noted that drainage and traffic are not handled by the Commission and directed staff to connect her with a representative. - Item 90 (Park at Oak Forest replat 1): Steve Netemeyer expressed concern about infrastructure capacity for 50 new homes and requested to be connected with the appropriate department. - Item 93 (White Oak Terrace Estates replat 1): Craig Andrus voiced flooding concerns and was directed to Mr. Brown. - Item 94 (Gooseby): Junius Landry (owner of a 17,900 sq ft lot) supported the city's recommendation to require a north-south street through the site, arguing that Manor Way existed as a dirt road and was fenced off, limiting access for his property. - Roman Numeral 3 (Center Street parking): Multiple speakers addressed the now-moot variance. Christopher Parma (neighbor) expressed support for market-based parking, questioned the legitimacy of a Super Neighborhood 22 letter, and cited data showing 53% of renters own one vehicle. Mike Pittman sought clarification on state law superseding city code. Ruben Garza (Strong Towns Houston) advocated for eliminating parking minimums, citing a UCLA study that mandated parking adds $50,000–$100,000 per unit in costs. Caitlin Connor (Mayor's Houston Ready Roundtable, Commission on Disabilities) argued that providing only 275 spaces (zero for guests, deliveries, ADA) creates a crisis for disaster preparedness and urged universal design. Donna Scudder (non-resident) noted that visitors drive and that limited parking will cause spillover. - Roman Numeral 4 (TMC SPA Expansion): Donna Scudder (resident of spillover neighborhood) expressed concern about increased traffic on Main Street and Travis, inadequate roadways, and existing parking overflow into residential permit areas. June Liu (lives near Parcel 17) opposed including a parcel in a residential area, citing traffic congestion at the intersection, visual impact of a parking garage, and lack of community outreach to students. Discussion Items - Item 72 (Broad Oaks Reserve): Replat to create 21 single-family lots and one parking reserve. Staff recommended deferral for Chapter 42 planning standards. Motion carried. - Item 74 (Frick Road Reserves): Variance to replat a 0.0537 acre compensated open space reserve into an unrestricted reserve. Staff supported. Approved. - Item 75 (Fuel Depot Sophomore): Deferred per request of Councilmember Carolyn Shabazz. Approved. - Item 76–82 (Various HLB Homes replats): All approved per staff recommendations. Item 78 deferred per applicant request. - Item 83 (Kelvin Park): Replat to create four single-family lots. Approved. - Item 84 (Kingsbury Villas): Replat to create two single-family lots. Approved despite public opposition. Commissioner Sigler requested staff explain prevailing lot and building line to the speaker. - Item 85 (Mariner Heights): Deferred per applicant request due to deed restriction issues. - Item 87 (Menu Bookstore and Restroom): Variance to replat a single-family lot into unrestricted reserve for expansion. Approved. - Item 88 (Milwaukee Village): Disapproved because applicant failed to meet notification requirements (wrong public hearing date on sign and newspaper). - Item 89 (Montgomery Enclave): Deferred per applicant request for second time to coordinate with legal. - Item 90 (Park at Oak Forest replat 1): Approved to create 50 lots and 10 reserves. - Item 91 (Spring Branch Estates No. Partial Replat 19): Approved to create two large single-family lots. - Item 92 (Whispering Pines Estates partial replat 14): Approved to reduce building line from 30 to 10 feet. - Item 93 (White Oak Terrace Estates replat 1): Approved to create five single-family lots and three reserves. - Item 94 (Gooseby): Variance to allow excessive intersection spacing by not extending a north-south street. Approved per staff recommendation. - Item 95 (Iglesia Apostales y Profetas Libres): Variance to allow access from a private street. Approved. - Item 96 (Kirkendall Village Section 2): Variances to allow a 30-foot access easement as second point of access for 251-lot community and a 12-foot easement for lift station. Approved. - Item 97 (Paragon Place): Variances to exceed intersection spacing and replat residential lots into unrestricted reserve for multifamily. Staff recommended approval with pedestrian access condition. Approved. - Item 98 (Portman Center East, replat 1): Variance for reduced building line (7.5 ft vs 10 ft) along Center Street. Deferred per Councilmember Abby Cayman's request. - Item 99 (Topp's Surgical Gosling): Variance to exceed intersection spacing. Deferred per Harris County Engineering request. - Item 100 (United Galvanizing Reserve): Variances to not extend Brittmore Park Drive and exceed intersection spacing. Approved. - Items 101–117 (Sections G, H, I, J): Extensions of approval, name changes, and certification of compliance – all approved as a group. - Item 118 (7720 Hoffman Street): Variance to allow 5-foot building line along East Cross Timber Street (major thoroughfare) instead of 25 feet. Approved. - Item 119 (402 Navigation Boulevard): Variances for reduced building lines (5 ft and 1 ft) and canopy setbacks, and to not dedicate right-of-way along North Drennan Street. Approved with Commissioner Baldwin's condition that the existing transparency (percentage of windows) be maintained as part of the approval. - Item 120 (8303 Sunny Hill Street): Variance to allow 5-foot building line along McKinley Avenue (unimproved street) instead of 10 feet, subject to conditions (12-ft driveway, reduced sidewalk). Approved. - Roman Numeral 2 (Establish public hearings): Public hearings set for Diamond Reserve, Finch Cottage Courts, Idaho Residences, King's Forest Section 1 partial replat 1, and Winton Villas. Approved. - Roman Numeral 4 (TMC Special Parking Area Expansion): Proposed expansion of the Texas Medical Center Special Parking Area to include 20 additional parcels (mostly existing properties, one future development). Staff recommended approval to forward to City Council. After discussion clarifying that the parcels are already built except one, the Commission approved forwarding to City Council. - Roman Numeral 5 (Hyde Park Hotel): Variance to allow an 8-room hotel at 704 Hyde Park Boulevard (reduced from 80 rooms and 7 stories) with access from a local street. Staff supported. Approved. - Roman Numeral 6 (Excuse absence): Motion to excuse Commissioner Lydia Marez carried. Key Outcomes - Approved items: Consent calendar (Items 1–71), minutes, Items 72, 74, 76, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 87, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 100, 101–117, 118, 119, 120, Roman numeral 2 (public hearings), Roman numeral 4 (TMC SPA expansion forwarded to City Council), Roman numeral 5 (Hyde Park Hotel), Roman numeral 6 (excuse absence). - Deferred items: Item 75 (per councilmember request), Item 78 (per applicant), Item 85 (per applicant), Item 89 (per applicant), Item 98 (per councilmember), Item 99 (per Harris County). - Disapproved item: Item 88 (failure to meet notification requirements). - No action taken: Item 3 (parking variance) – state law supersedes; Items 73 and 86 withdrawn. - Next steps: The TMC SPA expansion will be forwarded to City Council. Several speakers were directed to John Brown (staff) for further information on drainage, traffic, and other matters not under the Commission's purview.

The Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee of the Houston City Council met on March 3, 2026, to receive financial updates, discuss proposed amendments to the Open Space Ordinance, review the city's electricity exposure, and receive an update on the East Water Purification Plant project. The meeting included public testimony and multiple presentations from city staff. Monthly Financial Report - Deputy Controller Paula presented the financial update for the period ending January 31, 2026. The general fund ending fund balance is projected at $353.5 million (13.9% of expenditures less debt and pay-go), which is $162.3 million above the targeted 7.5% reserve. Revenues are projected $41.9 million below the adopted budget; December sales tax receipts were $88.1 million, needing to come in 8.68% below prior year to meet the current estimate of $92.3 million. Expenditures are $9.5 million above the adopted budget. - The controller's office projected an ending fund balance of $336 million (13% of expenditures) for FY 2026, $17.5 million lower than earlier estimates due to more conservative revenue projections from the controller's office. - For enterprise funds, aviation non-operating revenues increased by $20.2 million due to land sales, with a corresponding increase in operating transfers to the airport improvement fund. - The city maintains a policy of no more than 20% of total outstanding debt in variable rate structure, in line with rating agency guidance of 25%. Upcoming Financial Transactions - Deputy Director Silvaro Altiveras presented a proposal to increase the Series K1 General Obligation Commercial Paper program by $300 million (to $500 million total) and extend it, with Series K2 remaining at $200 million, bringing total appropriation capacity to $700 million for drainage and street infrastructure under the Built Houston Forward program. The lines are used only for appropriation capacity; no draws are anticipated. The proposal will go to City Council on March 18, 2026. Open Space Ordinance Amendment - Parks Director Kenneth Allen presented on park sector revenue disparity. Since 2007, over $100 million has been collected in the Parks and Recreation Dedication Fund across 21 park sectors. 53.5% of total revenue is generated by just five sectors (Sector 14 in orange brought in $21 million; Sector 3 around $7 million). Only six park sectors meet the national benchmark of 10 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. To address disparity, staff recommended amending Chapter 42 to allow up to 30% or more of park dedication fund revenue to be strategically deployed citywide. - Planning Director Von Tran outlined steps to comply with Chapter 212 of the Local Government Code. Recommendations include: adopting the lower, more straightforward fee calculation option for multifamily; considering a fee-only approach for multifamily (to avoid city paying the delta between fee and land value if land is dedicated); and extending the three-year obligation window for spending funds. Proposed timeline: final redline ordinance by April 23, Planning Commission presentation April 30, public hearing May 14, another committee presentation June 2, then City Council. - Key clarifications: No fee increase is proposed currently; the fee remains $700 per unit. The 30% redistribution would allow funds from high-revenue sectors to be used in underserved areas. Public Comments on Open Space Ordinance - Mike Dishberger (San Castle Homes, representing Greater Houston Builders Association) expressed willingness to consider a fee increase but called for transparency on past spending of park dedication funds. He opposed large increases, noting that every $1,000 increase in costs removes 2,400 families from home affordability in Houston. He suggested redrawing sector lines rather than just redistributing 30%. - Taylor Valley Presley (Coalition for Environment, Equity and Resilience) supported the 30% redistribution and urged that funds be used for land acquisition and park expansion. She requested HPARD share a detailed accounting of funds per sector. - Pastor Deb Bonario Martin (Super Neighborhood 45, representing 60,000 stakeholders in District H) questioned the criteria used to create park sector disparity map and requested a meeting with parks and arts committee. She noted her area is underserved and disputed its moderate-need designation. Understanding Houston's Electricity Exposure - Deputy Director Will Jones presented on the city's electricity costs. The current contract with Reliant ($640 million total for up to 7 years) is in its first one-year renewal option, with a 90% rate increase compared to the initial fixed rate. Approximately $530 million has been spent/encumbered; $110 million remains in spend authority. FY 2026 projected spending is $123 million, so the remaining capacity may be insufficient, leaving a potential gap of $10–20 million in FY 2027. - About 50% of electricity costs are pass-through costs (transmission/distribution, ERCOT, taxes). The renewal folded many ERCOT costs into the fixed rate. General fund costs have shifted: streetlight costs now come from the dedicated drainage street renewal fund, not the general fund. The general fund electricity costs in FY 2026 are about 40% higher than before. - Key takeaways: The city must plan for a new electricity procurement process, as the current contract ends in 2027. Long-term costs from Winter Storm Uri, Hurricane Beryl, and the Derecho will continue impacting rates. East Water Purification Plant Update - Deputy Director Samir Solanke presented an update. A 2021 condition assessment found that less than 1% of assets at all three plants (Plants 1, 2, and 3) are estimated to be operational in 20 years. The plant's average daily production is 239 million gallons per day (MGD) versus rated capacity of 362 MGD. The city is proceeding with a new 360 MGD facility and rehabilitation of Plant 3 (180 MGD) to achieve combined capacity of 540 MGD, meeting demand for 40 years. Plants 1 and 2 will be rehabilitated to last until 2032 and will not be decommissioned as previously thought. - Budget: Enhancement project (new plant) estimated at $4.2 billion; Plant 3 rehab at $250 million; total $4.45 billion. Funding: $966 million from Texas Water Development Board SWIFT loan (14% below market rate), over $2 billion from federal WIFIA program (deferred payments for 5 years post-completion, then 30-year repayment), and remaining $1.176 billion from cash and market financing. The WIFIA application is in process; a letter of interest has been approved. - Timeline: 180 MGD operational by April 2032; full 360 MGD by August 2033; final completion January 2034. Construction manager at risk (CMAR) delivery method will be used to accelerate delivery and provide cost certainty. - Public Works Director Randy Mackay emphasized the project is not optional due to risk of catastrophic failure; it keeps him up at night. Public Comments on Other Matters - Doug Smith questioned why the city focused on the Northeast Water Plant (where Houston only gets 16% of water) rather than the East Plant, and requested detailed accounting of the $1.3 billion CUS surplus and unspent DDSRF funds. He also noted a discrepancy between budgeted and projected fund balance ($380M vs $480M). - Bill Kelly praised the controller's office for work on electricity rate oversight and criticized state policies that allow CenterPoint to pass costs directly to ratepayers, reducing local accountability. He urged council to meet with Tina Paez's team on rate hearings. Key Outcomes - The committee received all presentations and public comments; no votes were taken. - The Open Space Ordinance amendment will proceed through the proposed timeline: Planning Commission hearing on April 30, public hearing May 14, and back to committee June 2, then to City Council. - The Series K1 commercial paper increase request will go to City Council on March 18, 2026. - Staff will provide a detailed accounting of park dedication fund expenditures and the CUS fund balance allocation, as requested by speakers and council members. - The next Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee meeting is scheduled for March 31, 2026.

The City Council of Houston convened on March 3, 2026, for a regular session. The meeting featured several proclamations recognizing community organizations and individuals, including Dress for Success Houston, Theater in Our Schools Month, Barrio Dogs Youth and Paws Program, and Otis Marks III for winning the MLK Jr. Oratory Competition. Council heard public comments on a range of issues including contaminated property development, police response, public transit safety, and homelessness. Key business items included the monthly financial report, appointments to city boards, consent agenda approvals, and separate votes on emergency ice contracts and a park improvement grant. Councilmembers also delivered closing remarks on elections, neighborhood projects, and upcoming community meetings. Proclamations - Dress for Success Houston Day – Vice Mayor Pro Tem Tim Peck presented a proclamation declaring March 3, 2026, as Dress for Success Houston Day. Since 1998, the organization has served over 49,500 women and positively impacted over 63,000 children. Chevron’s partnership, beginning with a $5,000 contribution in 2004, has grown twenty-fold. The organization reported that 80% of the women they serve are single. Councilmembers and Chevron representatives spoke in strong support. - Theater in Our Schools Month – Councilmember Carter (on behalf of Councilmember Huffman) presented a proclamation declaring March 2026 as Theater in Our Schools Month. Student Amelia Indicott, president of her International Thespian Society troop, spoke about the power of theater arts to transcend cultures and teach self-expression and collaboration. - Barrio Dogs Youth and Paws Program Day – Councilmember Martinez presented a proclamation celebrating 15 years of Barrio Dogs. Since 2010–2024, the program has conducted 124 school outreach presentations, reaching hundreds of students. Gloria, the organization’s leader, noted a new partnership with the Houston Area Women's Center, linking domestic violence and animal abuse. - Otis Marks III Day – Mayor Pro Tem Castex-Tatum and Mayor Whitmire presented a proclamation to Otis Marks III, a fifth grader who won the Foley MLK Jr. Oratory Competition. Otis delivered his prize-winning speech in council chambers, calling for unity and action. Several councilmembers praised his leadership, and Mayor Whitmire declared March 3, 2026, as Otis Marks III Day. Public Comments & Testimony - Joseph Ballard (Fifth Ward resident, age 61) – Opposed a city program giving grants to investors to build on contaminated property, arguing that long-time residents like him have never received such opportunities. He stated his family land has been contaminated for decades, and that his mother, brother-in-law, and grandmother died of cancer. He urged the city to first help existing homeowners. - Marion Scott – Reported being followed by a vehicle with a handicapped sticker on February 20, 2026, after leaving a Fiesta grocery store. She said the vehicle pursued her for several blocks. She contacted HPD but the officer told her that following someone is not a crime and no report was filed. She requested HPD review surveillance footage from Fiesta. Mayor Whitmire said he would follow up with HPD. - Caden Frashad – Thanked the mayor and council for supporting motorcyclists and for the proclamation for May 1st. He announced that instead of a large ride, they plan a family reunion at MacGregor Park. He brought gifts for key officials. - Joseph Jennings (LaRouche/EIR) – Distributed a report titled “The Empire Has No Close,” alleging that private money interests tied to offshore banking and drug money influence governments and wars. He referenced historical events including the Iran-Contra affair and claimed Lyndon LaRouche was framed. - Diana Nockwim – Raised concerns about a METRO bus operator, Mr. Roland Terrell Ross, whom she said exposed himself to her in 2015 and later was involved in an incident with a young boy in February 2026. She claimed METRO investigators closed the case without proper investigation and called for oversight of METRO police in sexual assault cases. - Mercy Lawson (Kellwood Home) – Asked if the city has funding to pay for homeless individuals sent to her facility from shelters that are full. Councilmember Thomas replied that her address is outside city limits and that current funding is limited but the city is working on rapid rehousing and mental health support. - Serena Hardy / Steve Williams – Brief remarks on women’s history month and a short song. - Latoya Jones – Delivered a religious message urging the city to repent and prepare for the return of Jesus Christ. She called Houston the “number two most sinful city in America.” - Andrea Rapier – Made humorous/satirical remarks about economics, taxes, and small business struggles, referencing a book called “Finishing Rich” and the 16 steps of “Brock and Nomics.” Financial Report - City Controller Chris Hollins presented the monthly financial report for January 2026. Projected ending fund balance: $336 million, 13.2% of expenditures, which is $144.8 million above the 7.5% target. Revenue projection is $41.9 million lower than the adopted budget. He warned that electricity costs have risen 40% from last year to a projected $131 million, due to statewide grid reforms after Winter Storm Uri. The city has used 86% of its $640 million contract with Reliant; remaining capacity may not cover costs through FY2027. He called for long-term price stability solutions. - Deputy Director Paula Lichin Panett (Finance) confirmed the general fund projection matches the controller’s office. Fund balance increased approximately $100 million due to higher property tax and sales tax revenue and expenditure savings. - Councilmember Kamen expressed concern about the structural costs from grid failures, noting that the city now must contract for ice and backup generators to keep people safe during disasters. - The financial report was approved unanimously. Appointments & Board Nominations - Item 1: Tom Jones – Port of Houston Commission – Unanimously approved. Several councilmembers praised his experience and leadership. Jones highlighted the port’s contribution of nearly 20% of Texas’s GDP, new administrative headquarters at 2960 Riverby Road, a new tour boat (completion early 2027), and Fleet Week (April 12-15, 2026). He also acknowledged Mayor Whitmire’s 1997 letter supporting his firm. - Item 2-3: Other appointments – Approved. For Item 3 (Houston Forensic Science Center board), Councilmember Maris spoke in support of nominee Scott Durfee, a former prosecutor and appellate attorney. - Item 4: Judge Christopher Gore – Approved as associate judge. Presiding Judge Santos noted Gore’s 12 years of service and the increased case volume due to police enforcement on illegal dumping and traffic violations. Consent Agenda & Separate Items - Consent Calendar (Items 5, 6, 8) – Approved unanimously. - Item 7: Emergency ice contract (bagged ice for extreme weather) – Councilmember Peck moved to approve, noting that if reimbursed by disaster recovery dollars, the money would go back to the water and sewer system operating fund. Councilmember Kamen raised concerns about federal reimbursement risk under the current administration. Approved. - Item 19: Grant for Agnes Moffitt Park Pool improvements ($1 million) – Councilmember Peck expressed excitement about the partnership with HPD and HFD for training uses in off-hours and thanked State Representative Lacey Hull for securing funds. Approved. - Item 29: Second amendment to contract with Flat Iron/Dragados Constructors – Approved. Key Outcomes - The monthly financial report was accepted. - Appointments to the Port of Houston Commission (Tom Jones) and the Houston Forensic Science Center board (Scott Durfee) were confirmed. Judge Christopher Gore was approved as an associate judge. - A contract for bagged ice for extreme weather events (Item 7) was approved, with a commitment to return any FEMA/state reimbursements to the water/sewer fund. - A $1 million parks grant for Agnes Moffitt Pool improvements (Item 19) was approved. - The consent agenda (Items 5, 6, 8) and remaining ordinance items were passed. - Council will recess until Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 2 p.m.

On March 2, 2026, the Houston City Council Public Safety Committee convened to receive updates on two key initiatives: the Policing Analytics and Transparency Hub (PATH) from the Office of Policing Reform and Accountability, and the Records Management System (RMS) replacement project. Council Members Flickinger, Ramirez, and Alcorn were present, along with staff from multiple council offices. Public Comments & Testimony - Laura Gallier expressed appreciation for the PATH presentation and asked two clarifying questions: whether the Office of Policing Reform and Accountability reports to the Inspector General (yes, outside HPD) and whether individual officers are identified by name in the data. Staff from Council Member Pollard's office confirmed that officers are identified by a masked employee number, not their name, allowing for tracking of repeated issues without public identification of individuals. Discussion Items - Policing Analytics and Transparency Hub (PATH) Update – Presented by Christina Nowak, Deputy Inspector General. PATH replaces the legacy police transparency hub, transitioning from a map-based static system on RGIS to a dynamic, interactive dashboard on Power BI. Features include cross-dashboard filtering, automated monthly data refreshes, and multi-year trend analysis. The legacy hub will be archived soon. Current monthly views are approximately 1,300. Future enhancements under exploration include calls for service data, but no timeline is set. Questions from Council Members: - Council Member Ramirez: Asked about calls for service data (not yet added) and whether data breaks down by immigrant status (not tracked, as categories come from state mandates). - Council Member Flickinger: Asked if officers ask about immigration status during stops – presenters did not have that information. - Council Member Alcorn: Praised the dashboard's granularity and asked what "incident to arrest" means in traffic stop data (presenter explained it refers to probable cause/reasonable suspicion arising during interaction). - Council Member Davis: Inquired whether crime data includes subject age (it does not) and expressed need for youth crime data to support her existing "PPP" initiative. She requested a follow-up meeting with the presenters. - Records Management System (RMS) Update – Presented by Director Kent, Dr. Melissa Cummins, and Brandon Williams (Chief Technology Officer). The RMS replacement project remains on schedule for an October 2026 go-live date. Upcoming actions include a March–April 2026 amendment to the VRSA term RMS agreement (zero dollar, adding the Houston Arson Bureau and community reports functionality). Financial history was reviewed: Council previously approved extensions for the incumbent Tiburon system (April 2025 and February 2026) to maintain operations until go-live. Two optional three-month extensions (totaling under $900,000) were authorized but are not anticipated to be used. No council questions followed this presentation. Key Outcomes - PATH is live and operational; the legacy hub will be retired. Council members offered feedback for potential enhancements, including youth crime data and calls for service. - RMS project timeline firm: October 2026 go-live. Council will consider an amendment to the vendor agreement in March–April 2026. - Next public safety committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM. - No formal votes were taken during this session; prior council approvals for RMS contract extensions were noted.