2026 02 12 Meeting Minutes

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this the 12th of February 2026, at 7:00 PM, there was begun and holden a Regular Meeting of the Town of Anderson, Grimes County, Texas.

1. Call meeting to order and establish quorum at 7:00 pm members present were Will Borski, Harold Minor, Brett Mize, Tanner Krause, Bessie White, Kason Menges, Town Attorney Ashley Ver Schuur and Town Clerk Cara McAlister. Visitors present: Jennifer S., Mason , Brian R., Gavin P., Kimm B., Karina I., Chandler Wahrmund, Michelle Bobo, Kaitlyn Higgins, Sarah B., Rodney Floyd, Stacey Z., Justin Haeker, Charles Borski, Kim N., Michele K.
2. Invocation given by Will Borski
3. Pledges to the flags
4. Public Comment
   1. none
5. Mayor’s Update
   1. May 17 car show (American Cancer Society) – moved to the justice center per Mrs. Emmons
   2. Feb 22-23 Texas cycling Tour
6. Consent Agenda: All consent items are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion and vote.
   1. Approval of Meeting Minutes.
   2. Approval of the list of claims and bills
   3. Motion by Tanner Krause to approve the consent agenda items in full. Second by Bessie White. Will Borski brings up concerns and asks for assurance in completion of work on Houston St, Town Clerk confirms payment to contractor is only for work completed. Motion Passes.
7. Presentations
   1. Gallagher Project Manager/representative for the ASCISD elementary school project will present info about their requirements and needs for the lift station.
      1. Asking for the Town to assist with sewer line upgrades, lift station upgrades and repairs in the amount of $100,000.
      2. Tanner asks for a breakdown of the requested amount. Sloan will get this to the council.
      3. Sloan offers to help the Town with a participation grant or other funding options down the road.
   2. Presentation from Public Management, Inc. on the status of the City’s Comprehensive Planning project and related zoning considerations – E692 grant.
      1. Kaitlyn Higgins of Public Management, Inc. provides status of project and related zoning considerations.
      2. The council was provided future land use maps for review and made a few recommended adjustments to  parcels identified.
      3. About 90% complete with next steps being public hearings, adoption, finding grant opportunities, partnerships and adopting zoning.
      4. Requests March 19th for next Town Hall for final presentation.
   3. Seidel Schroeder to present findings from the 2025 audit.
      1. Michele Kwiatkowski presented the FY25 audit report to the council.
8. Proclamation
   1. Proclaim April as Fair Housing Month in the Town of Anderson
      1. The mayor read the proclamation aloud and signed. Related to CDV25-0015 grant.
9. Reports Informational reports only, no action to be taken.
   1. Permit report – none
   2. Sewer Report – to be discussed in Business.
   3. Grants Report
      1. ARPA Grant – to be discussed in Business
      2. 2023-2024 CDBG
         1. Received pay app request #5 iao $167,803.75, pending amendment approval first
         2. Update from Steve, Bleyl Engineering 1/14: asphalt is complete, they still need to fix ditches, replace culverts, cleanup, etc
         3. Will asks that the manhole covers be addressed, they are currently not in place causing safety concerns.
      3. 2025-2026 CDBG – to be discussed in Business
      4. CDBG MIT-MOD
         1. Environmental Review Notices posted on website and bulletin board – “On or about February 24, 2026 the City of Anderson will submit a request to the General Land Office (GLO) for the release of Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MITMOD) funds”, copies provided to council.
         2. Draft ERR available to any interested parties at Town Hall
      5. Harvey Reallocation Funds
         1. Made 2nd payment to Bleyl iao $4067.37 Jan 19
         2. Environmental Review Notices posted on website and bulletin board, copies provided to council.
      6. RCP – PMI presented at beginning of meeting
   4. Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) – none
10. Business Discuss, consider, and possibly take action regarding:
    1. Discuss, consider and take action to approve a contract amendment with Bleyl Engineering regarding remaining ARPA funds.
       1. Michelle Bobo of GrantWorks presented current ARPA funds remaining, should be closed out by December 2026.
       2. Engineering contract balance ($2,500.00) represents the remaining balance on the engineering contract, which has not yet been invoiced. Discussed one option to allow these funds to be used for other eligible sewer-related expenses would be to execute a contract amendment with the engineer.
       3. Michelle would assist with a Memo of Understanding and Town Attorney would need to assist with contract amendment for Bleyl.
       4. Motion by Tanner to amend the contract with Bleyl Engineering for the remaining ARPA funds in the amount of $2,500.Second by will, all in favor. Motion Passes.
    2. (At this time item 2. Was discussed) Discuss and consider installation of a new sign at the corner of Johnson and Main to better direct visitors to Fanthorp Inn.
       1. Chandler Wahrmund of Fanthorp Inn made a request to install a sign (approx 24 x 30 in) next to the dead end sign that tells visitors that the Inn is 1 block away. Receives feedback from visitors that the dead end sign is misleading.
       2. They would pay for and install the sign.
       3. Brett confirms the request is only one sign.
       4. No motion needed, but council does give verbal approval.
    3. Discuss and take action to approve to Resolution #136-26 adopting policies in connection with the TxCDBG CDV25-0015 grant.
       1. Mayor read aloud the resolution and covered policies
       2. (correction to agenda item: Resolution #137-26)
       3. Motion by Tanner to approve Resolution adopting policies in connection with the TxCDBG CDV25-0015 grant. Second by Harold, all in favor. Motion Passes.
    4. Discuss, consider and take action to approve Section 3 policy information for the City’s TxCDBG CDV25-0015 grant.
       1. Copies provided to all council.
       2. Council reviewed and discussed the Section 3 presentation required for Contract CDV25-0015, including employment opportunities for Section 3 workers, contractor outreach, and tracking work hours for all CDBG grants and contracts.
       3. No motion needed
    5. Discuss and take action to open a new non-interest bearing bank account for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TxCDBG CDV25-0015 grant.
       1. Approval of Feb 12 meeting minutes will be necessary in order to open a bank account, council considers a special meeting Thursday February 19, 2026.
       2. Motion by Tanner to open a new non-interest bearing bank account for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TxCDBG CDV25-0015 grant. Second by Will, all in favor. Motion passes.
    6. Discuss and take action to add Town Clerk, Cara McAlister, to online banking for viewing of all bank accounts at First National Bank of Anderson.
       1. All online access was removed by the bank when we requested to remove former council.
       2. Discussion of meeting to approve meeting minutes will be necessary.
       3. Motion by Brett to add Town Clerk, Cara McAlister, to online banking for viewing of all bank accounts at First National Bank of Anderson. Second by Will, all in favor. Motion passes.
    7. Discuss and consider installation of a new sign at the corner of Johnson and Main to better direct visitors to Fanthorp Inn.
       1. See above
    8. Discuss, consider and take action to approve Ordinance #180-26 Ordering an Election
       1. Copies provided to all council and read aloud by Mayor, if passed, council to sign accompanying Order of General Election form. 3 aldermen to be elected at large.
       2. Motion by Will to approve Ordinance #180-26 Ordering an Election. Second by Tanner, all in favor. Motion passes.
    9. Discuss, consider and take action to approve Ordinance #181-26 Prohibiting Engine Braking
       1. Copies provided to all council, clarified to help with future enforcement.
       2. Council discusses the need for five signs: two entering town via HWY 90, two entering town via FM 149, and one at FM 1774 entering town.
       3. Next step is to work with TXDot and the County for approvals.
       4. Motion by Tanner to approve Ordinance #181-26 Prohibiting Engine Braking. Second by Brett, all in favor. Motion passes.
       5. Discuss, consider and take action to approve the petition to the Town of Anderson to vacate a portion of Houston St.
          1. Ashley advises there are two and the newest should be taken to Executive Session for further discussion.
    10. Discuss, consider and take action to approve Hahn quotes to make repairs at the WWTP and lift stations.
        1. Provided: WWTP quote $45,514.00 – control panel, FVDs, installation and one year warranty.
        2. Control panel at ponds/WWTP has failed and must be replaced. Emergency repair was started 1/29/2026.
        3. Provided: rental repair quote for $2,374, gave Brian approval 2/4/2026 to make immediate repairs, Mayor to sign quote for records.
        4. Tanner asks if there is option for planned or routine maintenance on this equipment and would like to work with Brian Colbert on this.
        5. Would like a more formal report monthly with repair needs and what was completed. Also need to review contract again. Review how repairs are brought to council.
        6. Motion by Tanner to approve the Hahn quote to make repairs at the WWTP. Second by Harold, all in favor. Motion Passes.
    11. Discuss, consider and take action to approve Town Clerk membership in the Brazos Valley Chapter of TMCA.
        1. Anderson was invited to join a new Brazos Valley Chapter of TX Municipal Clerks Assoc. Dues are $50/annually, due and payable January 31 of each year
        2. Meetings are held bi-monthly started in January, next in March
        3. The purpose of this Chapter shall be to promote the office of the City Clerk/Secretary at the local, state and national level; to develop standard procedures; to mentor new City Clerks/Secretaries and to lend assistance and support to one another.
        4. Motion by Tanner to approve Town Clerk membership in the Brazos Valley Chapter of TMCA and approve annual payment. Second by Bessie, all in favor. Motion Passes.
    12. Discuss and consider possible action for reported road washout on E. Johnson behind Anderson Baptist Church/pantry.
        1. Will advises this washout is not part of the town’s road or for town to make repairs, he will speak with the church members to address.
    13. Discuss and possible action on the Anderson United Methodist Church parking lot extension requests.
        1. Ashley prepared encroachment agreement for council review. Pastor emailed Ashley to confirm council would give blessing for the church to build on the town’s easement.
        2. Encroachment to be filed in real property records.
        3. If agreeable to council Ashley will present to the church for signature first, then to Town.
        4. Motion by Tanner to approve the encroachment agreement with Anderson United Methodist Church parking lot extension request. Second by Will, all in favor. Motion passes.
    14. Discuss and consider mowing services around town and option to re-bid.
        1. Council discusses if mowing around town is still necessary for residents.
        2. Larger cleanup is still needed in order to assess mowing needs. Can’t go out for bid until brush and trees are cleared more.
        3. Will suggests talking with the County again for assistance.
        4. Council decides the town should be mapped and areas of work identified before seeking bids, Kason asks if anyone would be willing to go around and map the areas – Will and Harold agree to assist with identification.
        5. No action needed.
    15. Discuss and consider demo/clean-out quote for 101 S Main St.
        1. Quote rec’vd from Colton McCulloch and provided to council for review. Tanner and Will met with Colton 2/11 to review next steps for of the building, full demo and haul off.
        2. Colton can start as early as 2/13 with 50% payment.
        3. Council discusses cutting a check immediately to start, previously approved renovations in FY26 budget.
        4. Motion by Harold to approve the quote provided by Colton for demo and clean-out of 101 S Main and start tomorrow. Second by Tanner, all in favor. Motion passes.
    16. Discuss and take possible action to approve a junk yard Ordinance.
        1. Council provided with current ordinance for review and discussion of amendment needs.
        2. Tanner suggests adding a wrecker yard ordinance or amending the current as necessary.
        3. Ashley will work with Tanner on language and bring to the next meeting.
    17. Discuss and take possible action to approve a salvage yard Ordinance.
        1. Handled with item p.
11. Executive Session at 9:42pm
    1. Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Sec. 551.072, Texas Government Code, to deliberate the sell, purchase, exchange, or value of certain real property located within the limits of the Town of Anderson.
12. Possible Action from Executive Session at 10:00 pm
    1. Reconvene into public session and take action as appropriate at the discretion of the Town Council regarding the sell, purchase, exchange, or value of certain real property located within the limits of the Town of Anderson.
    2. Motion by Tanner to approve the petition presented by the County to vacate a portion of Houston St. Second by Will, all in favor. Motion passes.
13. Around Town
    1. E. Buffington water leak to be repaired Monday 2/16 by water company.
    2. Will asks for manholes around town to be replaced, one at plant. Who will handle?
14. Discussion of agenda items for the next scheduled meeting
    1. Owner of Kott’s, Justin Haeker, on behalf of collective party presents a request for consideration by Town to put in a parking area or drive thru behind the cafe. Permitting, or what is needed. Kason asks for detailed drawings and will put this on agenda for next meeting.
    2. Kason asks for placement of political signs on town easements be reviewed. Ashley asks for clarification on where the sign is posted and confirms they are not to be placed in government entity easements. Ashley will review the transportation code to be sure.
15. Adjourn at 10:17 pm

Signed: Kason Menges, Mayor

Attest: Cara McAlister, Town Clerk