City of Baytown – City Council Meeting Preview

City Hall Council Chambers

Thursday, September 25, 2025

6:30 p.m.

Community Highlights

• Proclamation recognizing National Night Out 2025.
• Recognition of Sterling High School students for academic achievements.

Why It Matters? Recognitions highlight safety partnerships and youth achievement.

What's Being Decided?

• Zoning Changes: Amendments to the zoning ordinance, including updates to conditional uses and setback requirements.

Why It Matters? Zoning and development decisions guide Baytown’s future growth and business opportunities.

• Infrastructure Contracts: Approvals for waterline improvements, street resurfacing, and other key public works projects. Garth Road reconstruction project contract being considered.

Why It Matters? Infrastructure and public works projects affect neighborhood quality and core services. Garth Road project contract could be approved for Phase A&B.

• Budget Amendments: Adjustments to the FY2025 budget for capital projects.

Why It Matters? Budget amendments ensure that City resources are aligned with current priorities, keeping projects funded and services running without interruption.

Municipal Development District (MDD) Discussion

• Operating and Capital budget for the Hyatt hotel.

Why It Matters? MDD’s Hyatt hotel budget impacts tourism, hotel revenue, and local economic growth.

City Council Discussion

• Public hearing and ordinance consideration for the FY2026 property tax rate.
• Discussion of utility rates recently approved in the budget.

Why It Matters? The property tax rate and utility rates influence household budgets and affordability for residents.

• Baytown’s Transparency Framework and how it guides communication and resident engagement.

Why It Matters? Transparency Framework builds trust by ensuring residents receive clear, accessible information.

Get Involved

• Attend in person at City Hall Council Chambers.
• Watch live on Xfinity Channel 16.
• Livestream available on the City’s website.
• Share your comments during the public input session.