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City Council Scoop 🍦 

Updated Monday, April 26, 2025

💼 Business Development Approvals

  • Targa Downstream Expansion - Council approval for Well 16A and eight pipeline installations

  • Eagle Pointe Golf Club Advancement - Bid acceptance and contract amendment with Heritage Links for Phase 1B improvements

🏘️ Riceland Development Progress

  • Riceland Milestone Achieved - Construction Completion and acceptance of completed Sections 7, 9 & 11

🏗️ New Commercial Projects

  • Site plan and architectural review for new Boba Tea and Pickleball Court development on vacant property behind Dutch Bros

🚶‍♀️ Infrastructure Improvements

  • Champions Estates Trail Addition - Planned 4,900-foot multi-use trail/sidewalk between Lakes of Champions Blvd and FM1409

  • Connection points at Lake of Champions Blvd, Foyt Drive, and FM1409/Churchill Downs Dr intersection

⚠️ Important Public Hearing

Mark Your Calendar: June 9, 2025 at 6PM - PUBLIC HEARING regarding updates to land use assumptions, capital improvement plan, and amendments to impact fees ordinance

Mont Belvieu Animal Shelter Scoop

The world changes one community and one act of kindness at a time.

Scoop on Barbers Hill | Athletics

Super Elite Team 💫 

Congratulations to our very own Rachel Glynn on her prestigious selection to the 2024-25 Girls Basketball #SuperEliteTeam!

What an incredible honor that showcases your dedication, talent, and hard work on the court. Our entire community couldn't be prouder of your achievement!

Keep soaring, Rachel! 🦅🏀 

UIL Track & Field State Meet Day | 🥇🥈 

  • Congratulations to senior Jayden Thrower on capturing his second straight state championship in Triple Jump at the UIL State Track & Field Meet! In addition, he now holds the UIL 5A Meet Record in the Triple Jump! His impressive 51' 3.25" jump shattered his own school record of 50'! He’s unstoppable. 🏃 

  • Senior Zoe Williams claimed 2nd place finish in the 100M Hurdle clocking an incredible 13.61, just .01 seconds behind first place, setting a new BH record. Go Zoe- you make us proud!

  • Sophomore Kaegan Morton placed 7th in the 100m dash and finished 4th in the 200m sprint. Whew. Impressive.

  • Freshman Madyson Ladd landed an impressive 8th place state finish in High Jump. Her future is looking bright. 😎 

Bi-District Playoffs | Softball 🥎

On May 1st, the Lady Eagles continued their playoff run against Cy Ridge High School. They moved on to the next game, winning 2-1. Friday's game was postponed to Saturday due to the weather, but that didn't faze the ladies in the least. The Wildcats couldn't stop them then, and they won 4-2. With the offense in full swing and Nutter delivering a masterful two-hit performance, the lady’s marched on, winning 5-1. They ended Round Two with a record of 31-3. Round Three is this week!

Bi- District Playoffs | Baseball ⚾️ 

The BH Boys opened their bi-district series against Angleton on May 1st with a thrilling 4-3 victory. They maintained their momentum on Friday, securing a 4-2 win against Angleton to complete the sweep. With those back-to-back victories, the boys have secured their position and advance to the next round of the playoffs! Their current record is 24-5.

Varsity Game Schedule | Full Calendar LINK 

Monday, May 5th
  • Boys Golf | State Playoffs | Away @ Legacy Hills/ White Wing | 36-hole Tournament ⛳️ 

Tuesday, May 6th
  • Boys Golf | State Playoffs | Away @ Legacy Hills/ White Wing | Weather Permitting & if needed

Wednesday, May 7th
  • Tennis | Away vs. Region III Tournament @ A&M Consolidated High School

Thursday, May 8th
  • Baseball | Area Playoffs Game 1 | Away @ Crosby

  • Tennis | Away vs. Region III Tournament @ A&M Consolidated High School

Friday, May 9th
  • Softball | Regional Semis | vs. Eastview

  • Baseball | Area Playoffs Game 2 | Home vs. Crosby

Saturday, May 10th
  • Baseball | Area Playoffs Game 3 (if needed) 

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Till next time,

Nichole

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