Brian Wade

Annex Parking Congestion During Early Voting

2026/2027 CIP project list

The proposed 2026-2027 CIP totals roughly $7.2 million, drawn from CDC sales tax revenue.

Parks Department Fee Increases

Fee increases aim to cover rising program costs, not generate profit; exact revenue figures not stated.

Bond-funded parks and recreation project list (~$47 million)

A $2.5 million annual debt service payment, funded by CDC sales tax revenue.

Animal shelter indoor dog play space partnership

City share estimated at $50,000–$60,000, matched by nonprofit fundraising.

Perryman Park Playground Replacement

The playground replacement was a $500,000 voter-supported project with about $17,000 remaining.

Bill Allen Memorial Park erosion repair

Adds $178,484.09 to the project, split between Parks CDC and Engineering CIP funds.

Pickleball courts opening and parking concerns

Courts are a $500,000 project; no fees planned for open public play.

Indoor Recreation Center grant application

Grant amount unspecified; the city certifies its matching share is available.

Aquatic Park splash pad replacement questioned

The splash pad replacement carried a $1.5 million placeholder in the priority list before being generalized.

B.B. Ellen Park grant award

Brings $750,000 into the city, though it requires a local match.

Stewart Creek Park RV site improvements

About $850,000 currently allocated, with the total expected to rise; funded from the separate Lake Parks fund.

Library Board vacancy and appointment

Boating Concession at Stewart Creek Park

The agreement should generate concession revenue and better pass compliance at the park.

B.B. Owen Texas Parks and Wildlife Grant

Brings $750,000 in state matching funds to the B.B. Owen project.

TPWD grant for West Shore Park kayak launch

Could save the city most of its $150,000 design budget and up to $1 million in construction costs if awarded.

Library strategic plan and accreditation

West Shore Kayak Launch Grant

City share about $150,000 if the 75% grant is awarded.

Public-Private Partnership Performance Updates

MarineQuest paid over $155,000 in lease fees last year; Stewart Peninsula Golf pays $10,000 annually.

Stewart Creek Park Host agreement update

Park Hosts work about 25 hours a week in exchange for a free RV site — no direct new cost to taxpayers.