Dr. Shelley Sekula-Gibbs

2027 Township Budget and Fiscal Policy

Guides the allocation of hotel occupancy tax revenues for the upcoming fiscal year.

Regional Participation Agreement with Houston

Involves $27.4 million in payments over three years and releases $22.6 million in restricted reserves.

Alpha & Omega Mounted Patrol Services

Requires a one-time capital outlay of approximately $700,000, offset by ongoing operational savings of roughly $200,000 annually.

Permitting Process Modernization and AI Integration

$100,000 for training and software licensing.

Cell Tower Expansion in Township Parks

Generates base rent, annual escalators, revenue sharing, and upfront signing bonuses for the Township.

Law Enforcement Quarterly Update & E-Vehicle Safety

Funded through existing public safety allocations and township contracts with law enforcement partners.

Proposed Indoor Field House Feasibility Study

The feasibility study costs $231,600, funded from the parks needs assessment reserve.

Holiday on The Waterway Program Expansion

Includes proposed funding additions of over $200,000 for tourism and event enhancements.

Township Independence and Sales Tax Retention

Secures approximately $4.5 million annually in retained sales tax revenue starting in 2030.

Northshore Park Noise and Lighting Mitigation

Potential minor operational adjustments at zero capital cost.

Pathway Maintenance and Clean-up Program

Would require an increase in the parks and recreation department operating budget.

Wildlife Protection and Habitat Preservation

Potential long-term savings on water and plant replacement costs.

Covenant Administration Fee Schedule Revision

Modifies fee structures for commercial and residential architectural reviews.

Parks Needs Assessment Reserve Projects

Funded through municipal park improvement accounts.

Township Mobility Hub Alternatives Analysis

Requires $250,000 expenditure from Hotel Occupancy Tax Reserves.

Memorial and Commemorative Donation Guidelines

Protects the township from unbudgeted long-term maintenance costs by requiring donors to fund upkeep.

South Gosling Tract Short Course Golf Complex

Generates new revenue for the township while expanding public recreational amenities.

Respect the Path Educational Initiative

Absorbed within existing communications department operating budgets.

Township Park User Fees Revision

Generates adjusted revenue from park rentals and sports facilities while avoiding commercial privatization of key waterfront venues.

Township Park Order Amendments (SB 12 Compliance)

Adoption of the Meeting Agenda

Village Association Reports Acceptance

Consent Agenda (Excluding Item 8E)

First Amendment to Transportation Facilities Janitorial Services Agreement (Item 8E)

Task Order No. Four for Field House Concept Development and Feasibility Analysis

September 2026 Financial Report Acceptance

Receive, consider and act upon a proclamation in support of Veterans Day;

Receive, consider and act upon adoption of the meeting agenda;

Receive, consider and act upon the Consent Agenda;

Receive, consider and act upon Administrative Reports for Community Services;

Receive, consider and act upon proposed revisions to the 2027 Recreation Facility Operating Hours and Fees;

Receive, consider and act upon an award of bid for exterior graphic installation (bus wraps) for The Woodlands Express coach buses (C-2026-0524);

Receive, consider and act upon the Second Amendment to the On-Call Property Services Agreement for services required at the Township's Park & Ride facilities (C-2024-0555A2);

Receive, consider and act upon an award of bid for trolley vehicle propane delivery services (C-2026-0525);

Receive, consider and act upon an award of proposal with Landmark Aquatic for pump replacements and pump room reconfiguration at Wendtwoods Park Pool (C-2026-0567);

Receive, consider and act upon Resolution No. 009-26 supporting The Woodlands Township's Cybersecurity Mitigation Application;

Receive, consider and act upon Resolution No. 010-26 adopting Investment Policies and Guidelines for The Woodlands Township;

Receive, consider and act upon Resolution No. 011-26, Adopting List of Qualified Brokers Authorized to Engage in Investment Transactions with The Woodlands Township;

Adjournment.

Adoption of the Meeting Agenda

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Director Shelley Sekula-Gibbs moved to approve the consent agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 p.m.

Director Shelley Sekula-Gibbs moved to approve the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office proposal for implementation of specialized Mounted Patrol Law Enforcement Services and authorize the President/Chi

Director Shelley Sekula-Gibbs moved to authorize the President/Chief Executive Officer to execute the lease agreements as approved to final form by Township legal counsel.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Secretary Linda Nelson moved to accept the overview of the 2026 property tax rates.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve a 2026 debt service tax rate of $0.0100 per $100 of taxable value.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve a 2026 maintenance and operations rate of $0.1594 per $100 of taxable value.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve a property tax rate increase by the adoption of a tax rate of $0.1694 per $100 of taxable value, which is effectively a 2.42% increase in the tax rate, and ad

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 p.m.

Approval of 2026 Debt Service Tax Rate

Approval of 2026 Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate

Favored a lower no-new-revenue tax rate.

Adoption of Order Levying Taxes (Order No. 008-26)

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the 2027 Consolidated Budget as summarized.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:28 p.m.

Adoption of Meeting Agenda

Adoption of 2027 Consolidated Budget

Adjournment

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve the Third Amendment to the Regional Participation Agreement between The Woodlands Township and the City of Houston.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:24 p.m.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Adoption of the Meeting Agenda

Third Amendment to Regional Partnership Agreement with the City of Houston

Adjournment

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to accept the report.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve the consent agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to schedule a public hearing on September 17, 2026, regarding proposed cell tower installation on Township-owned property.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 p.m.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to approve the extension of the Holiday on The Waterway program to include the addition of a three-night holiday fireworks and entertainment series funded by Visit The W

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt a proposed 2026 debt service tax rate of $0.0100 per $100 of taxable value.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to schedule a public hearing on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 5:45 p.m. on the proposed 2026 property tax rate.

Chairman Brad Bailey moved to adopt a proposed 2026 maintenance and operations tax rate of $0.1594 per $100 of taxable value, reflecting a reduction from the current $0.1614 rate.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 11:35 a.m.

Approve MCSO Undercover Vehicles

Approve Constable Precinct 3 Replacement Vehicle

Adopt Proposed 2026 Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate

Vice Chairman Craig Eissler moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:25 p.m.

Adoption of Meeting Agenda

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to receive the 2027 Preliminary Budget presentation as presented.

Vice Chairman Craig Eissler moved to adjourn the meeting at 11:58 a.m.

Director Shelley Sekula-Gibbs moved to accept the report related to the Taxpayer Impact Statement Notice in compliance with Texas Government Code Section 551.043(c)(2) [HB 1522].

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to receive and accept the 2026 tax rate worksheets prepared by the Montgomery County Tax Assessor’s Office.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:21 p.m.

Treasurer Richard Franks moved to adopt the meeting agenda.