City Council Meeting July 7, 2026 Part 2 of 4 | City of Beaumont

The City Council of Beaumont, Texas, held a meeting on July 7, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a grant agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for $79,276 to subsidize transit operating costs, and the selection and approval of Stellar Bank as the city's primary depository service provider following a competitive solicitation process. The council also authorized a $52,500 contract with HydroMax USA LLC for assessment and maintenance of air release valves in the city's water and sewer systems, and approved a $44,295 change order to King Solution Services LLC for the street rehab phase six sewer line replacement project, increasing the contract total to over $2 million funded by water revenue bonds. Additionally, the council approved resolutions related to capital improvements such as pool upgrades and pickleball court construction, funded through capital reserves and certificates of obligation. Several zoning and specific use permits were also approved, including permits for automotive repair shops and a pediatric behavioral health clinic. The meeting concluded with a work session discussing the establishment of child safety zones within the city, including the need for software to aid enforcement and coordination, with considerations for budget impact and interagency cooperation.