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City Council Meeting July 6, 2026
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Granicus Destinations Pitches Tourism and Communication Platform to City Council
The council heard a presentation from Granicus Destinations (formerly Simpleview) about their Simpleview CMS, CRM, and partner portal, a platform designed to manage tourism content, attract visitors, and promote group travel for destinations. The company, which partners with over a thousand destinations globally, showcased examples of their website design experience and detailed the features of their content management system, emphasizing its user-friendly interface, data analytics integration, and mobile responsiveness. They also highlighted the CRM's ability to track local business interactions and the partner portal's role in community engagement. The discussion touched on the evolving landscape of travel planning, including the rise of AI, and how Granicus Destinations is adapting its platform (Destination Canvas) to meet these changes. The cost of the platform was presented as an annual licensing fee of $23,100, plus one-time fees, with a confidential 10% discount offered. Council members expressed interest in pursuing the platform further to enhance Tombball's tourism and communication efforts, though questions about cost, staffing, and the scope of services (city limits vs. broader region) were raised.
Council Approves Release of Assessments to CHTA Development
The council considered and approved on first reading Resolution 202609, authorizing the release of assessments collected in 2024, 2025, and 2026 to CHTA development, not exceeding $779,424.74. The developer requested reimbursement due to delays in selling townhomes and completing required amenities, deviating from the standard process where assessments anticipate a bond sale. The release of these three years of assessments will be factored into the development and reimbursement agreement, reducing the future bond amount. The resolution passed with a 5-0 vote.
Council Approves Two Mega Grants for Black Forest Flex Park Development
The council considered a first reading of Resolution 202630 and 202631, related to incentives for Black Forest Flex Park LLC for building and site improvements at 27210 State Highway 249. The developer owns two separate buildings, Building A and Building B, on the same site. The council debated whether to approve two separate mega grants ($50,000 each) for these two buildings, owned by the same entity, despite the mega grant criteria potentially applying per 'project site.' Staff clarified that the applications were treated as two separate projects due to the significant investment and distinct nature of the buildings (Building A for retail, Building B for flex space). The council approved Resolution 202630 for Building A, with total project investment of $735,000 and a $50,000 TDC investment. Subsequently, they approved Resolution 202631 for Building B, with a total project investment of $626,772 and a $50,000 TDC investment. Concerns were raised about potential 'loopholes' and how to prevent developers from splitting projects to maximize grants, but staff noted that all applications require review by the BRE committee, TDC board, and city council, ensuring oversight on a case-by-case basis. Building A's total project investment was $735,000 with a $50,000 grant, and Building B's total project investment was $626,772 with a $50,000 grant.
City Council Addresses Growing Credit Card Processing Fee Deficit
City staff presented an analysis of credit card processing fees, highlighting a significant disparity between the fees collected and the actual costs incurred. In the previous year, the city's processor fees amounted to approximately $850,000, while only $301,000 in fees was collected from transactions, covering only 35.5% of the costs. For the current fiscal year through May, processor fees reached $617,000, with only $191,000 collected (31%), indicating a nearly 21% increase in charges due to higher credit card usage. The city currently charges a 4% fee on transactions. Quotes from two vendors did not offer significant savings. Staff proposed limiting transactions to $500 or more to be paid via electronic check or other methods without high fees, a measure estimated to significantly reduce costs by targeting large ticket items, particularly in permit and utility billing systems. The council discussed various options, including increasing the fee percentage or capping transaction amounts, ultimately leaning towards the $500 cap as a pragmatic solution to mitigate the growing financial impact of processing fees.
Councilwoman McNa and Staff Appointed to Mobile Food Truck Regulation Committee
The council unanimously approved the designation of Councilwoman Shelley McNa and city staff to an advisory committee for mobile food truck regulations. This committee will assist staff in developing and implementing new regulations, ensuring compliance with state laws and addressing local concerns. The formation of this committee reflects the council's commitment to refining local ordinances in response to state-level changes and community needs.
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