Matters — Q2 2026
41 matters with activity · 32 new in this period · 32 resolved
AAA Action Septic Waste Franchise
The ordinance granted AAA Action Septic Service LLC a citywide franchise to collect, haul, and transport solid and industrial waste from commercial properties. The ordinance was approved on April 1, 2026, with all votes in favor and none opposed.
Apr 1: Ordinance 2026-0211 third and final reading in full; all voting aye, nays none
Texas Mint Commercial Waste Franchise
The ordinance proposed granting Texas Mint Commercial Washing LLC a franchise to collect, haul, and transport solid waste and industrial waste from commercial properties citywide in Houston. It passed third and final reading in full on April 1, 2026, with all votes in favor and none opposed.
Apr 1: Ordinance 2026-0217 third and final reading in full; all voting aye, nays none
2024 Derecho and Hurricane Beryl Home Repair Program
The ordinance approved legal documents for the 2024 Derecho and Hurricane Beryl Single Family Home Repair Program, aligning them with newly adopted Program Guidelines. Ordinance 2026-0608 was adopted on July 8, 2026.
Jun 24: Tagged by Council Member Ramirez
Vehicle and Equipment Purchase Funding
The ordinance proposed appropriating $1,988,000 from the Fleet/Equipment Special Revenue Fund to purchase various vehicles and equipment. The ordinance was adopted as Ordinance 2026-0535 on June 17, 2026.
Jun 17: ORDINANCE 2026-0535 ADOPTED
$60.1 Million Tax Increment Fund Appropriation
The ordinance proposes appropriating $60,138,296.44 from tax increment funds across 14 reinvestment zones for affordable housing, administrative expenses, educational facilities payments to Houston Independent School District and Humble Independent School District, and redevelopment authority payments.
Jun 10: Item received during the course of the meeting; no final disposition printed
Tax Increment Funds for Affordable Housing and Projects
The ordinance proposes appropriating $220,485,966.15 from tax increment funds across Houston reinvestment zones. The funds would support affordable housing, administrative expenses, Houston Independent School District payments, project costs, and redevelopment authority payments.
Jun 10: Item received during the course of the meeting; no final disposition printed
Houston Forensic Science Center Fiscal Year 2027 Funding
The ordinance proposed paying Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc. its full Fiscal Year 2027 operating expenses under its interlocal agreement with the City of Houston. The ordinance was adopted, with all votes in favor and none opposed.
Jun 10: ORDINANCE 2026-0518 ADOPTED; all voting aye, nays none
Houston Recovery Center Fiscal Year 2027 Payment
The City approved payment to Houston Recovery Center LGC for its full Fiscal Year 2027 operating expenses under an interlocal agreement. Ordinance 2026-0519 was adopted with all votes in favor.
Jun 10: ORDINANCE 2026-0519 ADOPTED; all voting aye, nays none
Combined Utility System Solid Waste Expansion
The ordinance proposed expanding Houston’s Combined Utility System to include the Solid Waste Disposal System and Solid Waste Management Department while amending its operating and management rules. Ordinance 2026-0521 was adopted on June 10, 2026, with all votes in favor.
Jun 10: ORDINANCE 2026-0521 ADOPTED; all voting aye, nays none
Ethan Health LGC Fiscal Year 2027 Payment
The matter proposed paying Ethan Health LGC its full Fiscal Year 2027 operating expenses under an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston. Ordinance 2026-0520 was adopted on June 10, 2026.
Jun 10: ORDINANCE 2026-0520 ADOPTED; all voting aye, nays none
Harris County Municipal Utility District 612 Water Contract
The city proposed a water supply contract with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 612. The contract was approved through Ordinance 2026-0609 on July 8, 2026.
Jun 24: Tagged by Council Member Ramirez
Water and Wastewater Rate Study Contract
The city would amend its contract with Raftelis Financial, Inc. for professional consulting services on a combined water and wastewater utility systems rate study, with a maximum contract amount of $522,010.
Jun 17: The City Secretary advised that Item 19 has not been received but will be considered if it's received before the end of the meeting
Cigna Medical Administration Services Contract
The ordinance amended the contract with Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company for medical third-party administrator and chronic disease management services through December 31, 2027, for $9 million from the Health Benefits Fund. Ordinance 2026-0523 was adopted.
Jun 10: ORDINANCE 2026-0523 ADOPTED
Houston Concrete Contractor Settlement Agreements
The City proposed final settlement, release, and indemnity agreements with Southern Brothers Concrete and J.P. Sewer Main Repair & Drain Specialist LLC for $416,375.78 through the Enterprise Fund. Ordinance 2026-0343 was adopted on April 22, 2026.
Apr 22: ORDINANCE 2026-0343 ADOPTED
Salvation Army Homelessness Services Funding
The amendment extended the City of Houston’s agreement with The Salvation Army through April 30, 2027, and provided $325,000 in additional Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant funds. The funding supported diversion, emergency shelter, and homeless prevention services for households at risk of immediate homelessness. Ordinance 2026-0395 was adopted on May 6, 2026.
May 6: ORDINANCE 2026-0395 ADOPTED
Clinical Laboratory Reagents and Test Kits Contract
The city proposes a three-year contract with Becton Dickinson and Company, with two one-year options, to provide clinical laboratory reagents and test kits for $329,033.35.
Jun 10: Item received during the course of the meeting; no final disposition printed
Specialized Traffic Planning Assistance Contract
The City of Houston is proposing a five-year interlocal agreement with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute for specialized technical assistance in traffic and transportation planning and management, with a maximum amount of $750,000.
Jun 10: Item received during the course of the meeting; no final disposition printed
Sponsorship Acquisition and Consulting Services Contract
FASCINARE, LLC would provide sponsorship acquisition and consulting services under a contract of up to $150,000 for three years, with two one-year options, funded by the State Cable TV Franchise Fee.
Jun 10: Item received during the course of the meeting; no final disposition printed
Fiscal Year 2027–2031 Capital Improvement Plan
The Finance Department recommends approval of the Fiscal Year 2027–2031 Capital Improvement Plan.
Jun 17: Tagged by Council Members Jackson, Thomas and Castex-Tatum
Small-Diameter Water Line and Hydrant Work
The city accepted Reytec Construction Resources, Inc.'s contract work on miscellaneous small-diameter water lines, fire hydrants, and valves, with final payment authorized if needed. Motion 2026-0220 was adopted.
Apr 22: MOTION 2026-0220 ADOPTED
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