In an emergency meeting held on July 11, city council members convened to address pressing issues following Hurricane Burrell. The meeting, called to order at 2:03 PM, focused on the immediate need for debris management in the aftermath of the storm.

The primary agenda item was the consideration of Resolution R-3709, which authorizes the city manager to negotiate a contract for emergency debris collection and disposal services. The proposed agreement with GFL Environmental Incorporated is estimated at $110,000 and aims to ensure public safety by clearing debris from public rights of way.

City officials noted that recent approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) may allow residents to bring green waste debris to Seabourn Park, potentially reducing the need for the proposed contract. However, council members emphasized the importance of securing the contract as a precautionary measure, should TCEQ delay or deny permission for the use of city-owned property for debris disposal.

The council's swift action underscores the urgency of addressing the aftermath of the hurricane and ensuring the community's welfare in the face of natural disasters.