Seagoville City Council members approved a series of infrastructure and development items during their regular meeting on Monday, January 12, 2026, including contracts for a major lift station project, a senior center parking lot, and a waterline upgrade.
Mayor Dennis K. Childress presided over the meeting at City Hall. Councilmembers Rick Howard, Harold Magill, Allen Grimes, and Jon Epps were present. Councilmember Jose Hernandez was absent.
SEDC Property Renovation Moves Forward
Council gave final approval to a contract for the renovation of a Seagoville Economic Development Corporation owned property located at 202 N. Kaufman Street. The project carries a cost not to exceed $550,000. Council also gave final approval to a Facade Grant Agreement with Maria Hernandez, doing business as S&J Barber Beauty Academy, for an amount not to exceed $2,500. Both items passed on second reading after Economic Development Director Kirk McDaniel presented the readings. Council member Howard made the motion on the grant agreement, while Mayor Pro Tem Magill made the motion on the property renovation contract. Both motions passed unanimously.
Mobile Food Unit Regulations Discussed
During the work session, Director of Health Services Mamata Bhandari and Fire Marshal Zane Anderson briefed council on upcoming changes to mobile food vendor regulations. House Bill 2844 takes effect mostly on July 1, 2026, and will require the Texas Department of State Health Services to establish a statewide licensing database for mobile food units. Officials noted the city will retain its ability to enforce zoning regulations and location restrictions, and that special use permits may be granted to property owners rather than vendors directly.
Major Public Works Contracts Approved
Council approved several engineering and construction contracts during the meeting:
A professional services agreement with Garver, LLC for the Highway 175 lift station and force main project was approved at an amount not to exceed $1,174,297.25. Director of Public Works Chris Ryan told council the project is part of the city’s broader infrastructure master plan.
Council also awarded the Senior Center parking lot project to Warren Development & Construction, LLC for a price not to exceed $287,667. Ryan noted a dumpster enclosure will be included in the scope of work.
The Ard Road 18 inch waterline project was awarded to E.G.W. Services for a price not to exceed $704,435. Ryan explained the upgrade will allow greater water flow to the surrounding service area.
Council additionally approved a contract with Garver, LLC for traffic signal design at the intersection of Simonds Road and Seagoville Road, not to exceed $91,070, as well as two on call engineering services agreements related to water and wastewater, totaling $60,000 and $50,000 respectively.
Equipment Purchase and Park Upgrades
Council declared a 2011 model Cat 420E backhoe loader as surplus property and authorized its trade in toward the purchase of a new backhoe from Holt Cat. The total purchase price, utilizing a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract, is not to exceed $120,928.
A contract with Twisted H Electric, LLC for electrical rework at Bruce Central Park was also approved, with compensation not to exceed $144,000.
Parking Ordinance Amended
Council discussed and approved an ordinance amending city traffic code to prohibit parking along a section of W. Simonds Road. After discussion, council directed staff to expand the no parking zone to include both sides of the street. The amended ordinance passed unanimously.
Election Dates and Community Notes
Mayor Childress announced the city will hold its general election on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for City Council Places 1, 3, and 5. The candidate filing period opened January 14 and runs through February 13 at 5:00 p.m.
Childress also reminded residents that free monthly dumpster access is available at the service center every third Saturday of the month, with the next opportunity falling on January 17. A community meet and greet event is planned for July.
During public comments, resident Joyce Massey addressed council regarding code violations on a neighboring property.
Looking ahead, Mayor Pro Tem Magill asked staff to research options for managing gunfire and noise complaints during holiday celebrations such as the Fourth of July.
The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
