Place 4 Council Member
Todd Arvidson
Garden Ridge, TX
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Top issues during term (20)
Sewer Capacity Agreement with Schertz
Unknown — the ordinance's costs and requirements have not been detailed in the provided materials.
Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget and Property Tax Impact
City taxes on the average homestead are estimated at about $1,840 for FY2027 — flat with this year under the current rate.
Paul Davis Park Trail Improvements
The design agreement commits engineering fees, with construction costs to come later.
Community and Event Center Policies and Fees
Security deposits for event center renters rise to 25 percent of total fees.
City Strategic Plan Priorities
Could involve future city spending or incentives for business development.
Utility Department Monthly Activity Report
Unaccounted water loss ran around 4-5% in recent months, well below the 16% national average, suggesting limited financial loss from leaks.
Quarry Blasting Permit Renewal
The city collects a $33,026.22 annual permit fee.
Traffic Regulation Ordinance
No significant new costs were cited; the ordinance mainly formalizes existing traffic controls.
Library expansion fundraising
Expansion details and costs were not finalized in the meeting.
Grace Covenant Church preliminary plat
The 0.0446-acre right-of-way dedication transfers a small parcel to the city at no cost.
Subdivision Ordinance Revisions
Impacts future development costs and city review processes; no specific dollar figure given.
Seating of newly elected council members
Howard Energy Natural Gas Lines
The indemnification terms could shift costs and liability between the city and Howard Energy, but specific figures aren't public.
2025-2045 Water System Capital Improvement Plan
Grant funding could offset future water system costs, though the 20-year plan's full price tag isn't spelled out here.
Retail Recruitment Partnership
The contract commits city funds to professional retail recruitment services.
Whisper Oak City Limits Boundary Change
Not specified in the minutes.
Comprehensive fee schedule
New and consolidated fees for permits and city services will affect household and business costs.
Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Results
The audit reviews the city's finances but doesn't directly change taxes or fees.
Modernized Building and Construction Codes
Updated codes can affect construction costs for builders and homeowners taking on projects.
Dissolving the Quarry Advisory Council
No direct cost impact — it's a change in how the city engages on quarry issues.
Decisions during term (34)
Recorded while Arvidson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Items 5.1–5.3
Ordinance No. 7-052026 — Subdivision Regulations
Community and Event Center Policies and Procedures
City of Garden Ridge Merchandise Sales Policy
Approval of Minutes for the April 1, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.
Consent Agenda Items 5.1-5.2
Ordinance No. 168-042026 — Golf cart and OHV/UTV rules
Ordinance No. 11-042026 — Permit, service, and user fees
Ordinance No. 249-042026 — Economic Development Policy
American Tower Corporation lease amendment
Approval of Minutes for the March 4, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.
Consent Agenda Items 4.1-4.4
Preliminary Plat — Grace Covenant Church
Ordinance No. 22-032026 — Traffic Regulations
Amendment to Community and Event Center Rental Agreement
Approval of Minutes for the February 4, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.
Approval of Minutes for the February 12, 2026, City Council Special Meeting.
Consent Agenda (Items 5.1–5.6)
Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Report
Board of Adjustment Appointment — Karen Diaz
Voting record (2)
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