By Colin Killian, Public Communications Director
The College Station City Council meets on Thursday after 6 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting will be streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19.
We also encourage you to follow our live meeting blog at blog.cstx.gov. You can participate online through Microsoft Teams by entering Meeting ID 287 987 474 175 and Passcode gZw5cS. In addition, you can call 469-480-7460 and enter Conference Number 168 564 318#.
To address the Council regarding any item on the workshop or regular agenda, please register with the City Secretary by 1 p.m. by calling 979-764-3500 to provide your name and phone number. Written comments will be provided to the Council members.
During Hear Visitors, individuals may address the Council on topics NOT appearing on the regular agenda.
AGENDA CHANGE: The proposed rezoning of about 238 undeveloped acres east of Greens Prairie Road and W.S. Phillips Parkway (item 9.3 on the agenda) has been postponed to allow the developer to meet with area residents to address concerns.
Here are five items to watch:
1. Midtown Baseball Proposal
The Council will hear a proposal from Southern Roots for an 80-acre, nine-field, all-turf baseball complex, including a championship field, in the Midtown Business Park. The project is envisioned as a national-caliber sports tourism destination that also addresses a critical need for youth baseball fields. Southern Roots has been discussing a site near Millican for over a year.
The complex could attract significant visitors for tournaments, potentially activating the Midtown district and supporting nearby businesses, and could replace the planned fields at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. For more details, see pages 472-493 of the meeting packet.
2. Midtown Small Area Plan
The Council will discuss the possible creation of a Midtown Small Area Plan, including objectives, scope, and a timeline for delivery.
3. Council Policies and Procedures
The Council will discuss the City’s policies and procedures related to real estate transactions, economic development incentives, development agreements, and non-disclosure agreements. The presentation will clarify the existing standard processes and facilitate a broader discussion about ways to promote greater public awareness and engagement.
4. Bradley Road Rezoning
After a public hearing, the Council will consider a request to rezone about four undeveloped acres at Yaupon Lane and Bradley Road from Rural to Estate. The applicant has requested the rezoning in an effort to enhance the property's marketability for future development.
5. Summit Crossing Rezoning
After a public hearing, the Council will consider a request to rezone about 4.7 vacant acres south of University Drive East and East Crest Drive from General Commercial to Multi-Family. The applicant wants to develop multi-family housing.
About the Blogger
Colin Killian has been with the City of College Station since 2010, following a 23-year tenure as associate director of media relations for the Texas A&M Athletics Department. He has also worked as a reporter and editor for the Corpus Christi Caller-Times and Lewisville News. A native of Hobbs, N.M., Killian graduated from Texas Tech with a bachelor's degree in journalism/political science.
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