Those using the city swimming pool at Matthews Street Park will see an increase in fees this summer, as well as changes to pool party rentals, Livingston City Manager Billy S. Wiggins reported during the March 10 regular meeting of the Livingston City Council. The fee to swim in the pool will increase from $3 to $5. Children under two will continue to swim for free.
Current prices for pool party rentals $150 for two hours for up to 50 people; $187.50 for three hours; and an additional $25 for over 50 people. The new prices will be $250 for two hours for up to 50 people and $300 for two hours for 50-100 people, with no more than 100 people being allowed through the gate. No parties will be allowed for over two hours unless it’s a large church group or school. Pool rules will be attached to the pool rental application and must be signed by the renter.
Safety and security for everyone are the primary reasons for the changes in pool party rentals. The police department had to be called on two parties this past year due to unruly behavior. On a regular open swim day the limit inside the pool is 149 people and inside the gate is 220 people with four lifeguards on duty, one manager, one supervisor and four cashiers. However, at a pool party, there are only two to three lifeguards on duty and one manager, which is not sufficient to watch more than a hundred people.
Community Development Coordinator Scott Rayburn reviewed a proposed ordinance adding Section 10-31 to Article II of Chapter 10 (Buildings and Structures) of the Code of Ordinances Regulating Land Clearing. Following his presentation, Council approved setting a public hearing for April 14 at 5 p.m. to receive public comment regarding the proposed ordinance.
A proposed resolution authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant Program application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Downtown Revitalization Program was discussed and approved. “We try to take advantage of grants when we can. This would be $1M with a 5% match of $50,000. More money means more opportunities,” Wiggins said.
Council approved the bid from Dashiell for $100,930.10 for the 2026-2027 electric substation inspection and maintenance.
Council acknowledged and reviewed CenterPoint Energy’s filing of its 2026 Annual Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program (GRIP) interim rate adjustment, to be effective April 18, 2026.
Wiggins provided an update on various projects and events, noting the city presently has seven active residential home permits.
Representatives of the Trinity River Authority gave a presentation on PFAS (perflouroalkyl and polyflouroalkyl susbstances) and the EPА requirements of the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation Rule.
Council entered into an executive session to consult with its attorney, but took no action upon return to open session.
Other business included approval of the minutes of the Feb. 10 meeting and accounts over $2,500.
