Seabrook City Council voted unanimously to approve a series of routine and project items during its meeting on Aug. 19, 2025, including a software contract for permitting and code enforcement, a CPI-based sanitation rate adjustment, and funding for professional design on the East Meyer paving project.

The council approved a contract with Govwell for permitting, zoning and code enforcement software for FY 2025–26 with a first-year fee not to exceed $39,000 and an implementation plan to begin before budget appropriation. City staff said the existing building software is no longer supported and that Govwell would be a “night and day” improvement; Nick (staff) presented the item.

Council members also approved a Consumer Price Index adjustment to the city’s sanitation contract with Waste Management of Texas Inc., applying a calculated CPI of 3.71 and a net contract adjustment of 3.31 percent effective Oct. 1, 2025, consistent with section 9.01 of the existing five-year agreement.

Other approved items included:
- Reappointment of Steve Gillette to the Harris County 196 Subsidence District board of directors for a two-year term ending Jan. 31, 2027.
- A one-year extension of an interlocal agreement with Lakeview Police Department for use of the Seabrook jail facility and 9-1-1 telecommunications operator services from Oct. 1, 2025, to Sept. 30, 2026, with one-year extension options.
- Approval of Duplantis Design Group professional design services for the East Meyer paving project (Seabrook CIP S-26) in the amount of $183,940 plus reimbursable expenses.
- First and final reading and approval of Ordinance 2025-16, Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment No. 5, covering repairs including the fire station bunk room air conditioning and related drywall and mold remediation work.
- Acceptance of the citywide ad hoc signage committee report, which the council voted to move forward for future consultant solicitation and phased implementation.
- Approval of Resolution 2025-22 expressing support for Phase 2 of a Lower Clear Creek and Dickinson Bayou watershed feasibility study to produce a list of projects and funding options addressing flood impacts.

All votes recorded during the meeting were taken by voice or by raised hands and, where recorded, were unanimous. Several motions were made by Council Member Hammond or Council Member Sessom and seconded by Council Member Tillett or Council Member Sanford, as reflected in the meeting record.

The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes for the July 3 and Aug. 5 meetings. One item—appointment to an Economic Development Corporation vacancy—was tabled to allow for a pending interview process.

The council did not adopt new appropriations for the Govwell contract at the meeting; staff stated implementation would begin with funding addressed in next year’s budget.

Votes-at-a-glance (key items)
- Govwell permitting, zoning, code enforcement software: approved; first-year fee not to exceed $39,000; motion by Council Member Hammond; second by Council Member Sanford; unanimous.
- CPI adjustment to Waste Management contract: approved; proposed CPI 3.71, net adjustment 3.31% effective Oct. 1, 2025; motion by Council Member Hammond; second by Council Member Tillett; unanimous.
- Duplantis Design Group: professional services for East Meyer paving, $183,940 + reimbursables; motion by Council Member Hammond; second by Council Member Tillett; unanimous.
- Ordinance 2025-16 (FY25 Budget Amendment No. 5 – fire station repairs): approved (first and final reading); motion by Council Member Sessom; second by Council Member Hammond; unanimous.
- Resolution 2025-22 (support for watershed feasibility study): approved; motion by Council Member Hammond; second by Council Member Sanford; unanimous.
- Interlocal extension with Lakeview Police Department (jail/911 services): approved; motion by Council Member Sessom; second by Council Member Tillett; unanimous.
- Reappointment of Steve Gillette to Harris County 196 Subsidence District: approved (two-year term ending 01/31/2027); motion by Council Member Hammond; second by Council Member Tillett; unanimous.

The council scheduled a follow-up budget meeting when Harris County Appraisal District final numbers are available.