The Public Works Parks Division plays a big role in beautifying our City. Twice a year, the Parks crew plants flowers along West NASA Parkway, North and South Kobayashi, and West Medical Center Blvd. You can also spot them around Webster entrance signs and City buildings.
Every second counts in a crisis, and new updates to the City of Webster’s Emergency Operations Center are allowing officials to jump into action faster than ever before.
After three years of planning, the City’s EOC recently received upgrades to the technology systems that can be used to communicate with residents, other nearby agencies, and the media in a variety of emergency situations. With the 2026 hurricane season on the horizon, the updates could play a vital role in readiness as early as next month.
Emergency Management Specialist Dena Mahan says that under the previous EOC configuration, it took City officials at least an hour to set up the computers, monitors, and equipment necessary to respond to an event. Now with the new tools at their disposal, it will take a fraction of the time.
“We need to be ready to get the EOC team in and be ready to stand up in minutes, not hours,” says Dena.
Some of the upgrades include new computer monitors built into the desks – all of which can project onto larger monitors, supporting multiple streams of information – as well as a video wall, dimmable lighting, and microphones and speakers integrated into the ceiling that allow other local, state, and federal officials to call in virtually at any time.
When the EOC is not in use for an emergency, the equipment can be easily stowed away so that the room can still be used for daily
training operations for Fire, EMS, and other departments.
Mahan says this is the first major technology upgrade the EOC has had since the Fire Station was built. A federal grant funded the technology improvements, which accounted for approximately 40% of the project’s total costs.
With the strong presence of oil and chemical, aerospace, and tourism industries in the area, the City must be prepared for a range of emergency situations, including natural disasters, chemical incidents, fires, and even active shooter scenarios, all of which can be supported by Webster’s Emergency Operations Center.
In addition to serving Webster, the City’s EOC acts as a backup operations center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center, with agreements also in place with nearby municipal governments, including Nassau Bay and League City. Mahan says that because of those connections, these updates will have a broader impact that stretches beyond the City limits.
“Emergency management is very much a people business. All of us in the area know each other and help each other out, so this is really a regional resource,” says Dena.
“I’m just really grateful for the opportunity, for the trust that management and the Mayor and Council have placed in me with this appointment. I’m excited to serve the community in this capacity.”
—Adriel Montalvan, Community Development Director
Adriel Montalvan is ready to build upon an already strong foundation of experience as he steps into his new role as Community Development Director for the City of Webster.
In addition to 15 years spent in municipal government environments, Adriel served in the U.S. Marine Corps, which taught him the structure and discipline that have carried through his career.
“That is just the foundation for everything I do, everything is wellstructured, setting clear boundaries and expectations, and it just goes from there,” says Adriel
Since beginning his
civilian career in Garden City, Kansas, in 2011, Adriel has worked in a variety of roles, handling everything from building permits to inspections and code enforcement. He rose through the ranks as an urban planner in Galveston before ultimately joining Webster as the City Planner in December 2024. With his comprehensive background, Adriel says he’s now ready to lead a team.
“I think I understand the necessities and the everyday struggles of our staff because I’ve been in their shoes,” says Adriel
When it comes to leadership, Adriel also learned from his predecessor Derhyl Hebert, who
served as Community Development Director for 17 years before retiring in February.
Adriel says he is excited about the development of Flyway and the new amphitheater coming to Webster, but he also sees the potential for infill development, encouraging revitalization of underutilized or vacant areas within the City limits.
As a newly appointed City leader, Adriel wants residents to know that he will always work to anticipate their needs.
“I think what I could tell the community is that we are a proactive team, rather than a reactive team. We are always aiming to solve problems before they even arise,” says Adriel.
The Webster Human Resources team is being recognized with a statewide award this month. HR Manager Chandra Jobb and HR Generalist Valerie Martinez are being honored by the Texas Municipal Human Resources Association with the Impact Award, which recognizes a local government HR department that has developed innovative programs and services to solve municipal human resources management problems and enhanced the organizational culture.
Chandra and Valerie are credited with streamlining HR processes and driving efficiency efforts, leading a “people first” culture, and creating more opportunities to engage with employees across all City departments.
The roots of service run deep in Webster Public Works, helping our communities evolve into places where people can lead lives of purpose and growth. Some work, like building roads and bridges, is highly visible, while other public works contributions, like maintaining water and sewer systems, are sometimes hidden from view. Together, these efforts form the foundation of thriving communities, reminding us that every project, seen or unseen, powers the connection between service and the people it supports.
Senior Mechanic Dan Zombory began his career with the City of Webster in September 1991, after serving in the United States Army during Desert Storm as a vehicle mechanic stationed in Germany. After his honorable discharge from the Army and his passion for vehicle maintenance, he began his career with the City of Webster, and he is soon to embark on his 35th year in Public Works. He began his career as an Assistant Mechanic and, within a few years, was promoted to Senior Mechanic, a title that he’s held ever since.
Currently, Dan and his assistant, Joseph Dushane, maintain 230 fleet vehicles and pieces of equipment. In past years, Dan worked on call duty in animal control and mosquito control, in addition to his regular duties. Dan’s vast knowledge of maintaining and repairing Webster’s fleet inventory has earned him accolades in Public Works over the years.
As Senior Mechanic, Dan is responsible for diagnosing fleet issues as they arise and making decisions that are best for their repair. Dan’s responsibilities are great. He is responsible for overseeing all City emergency generators, obtaining quotes, preparing Purchase Order Requests, maintaining the fuel island (Fuel Master), performing vehicle preventive maintenance, and diagnosing and repairing unexpected breakdowns during his busy day.
Dan adds value to his division by identifying ways to improve processes and enhance services. His proactive approach helps to streamline operations, reduce inefficiencies, and deliver better outcomes for those he serves. He executes his responsibilities with a positive approach, completing tasks that support both individual and team success. His proactive approach contributes to improving operations and supports the department in achieving both immediate needs and long-term initiatives. Dan supports colleagues through knowledge sharing and helps foster an environment of growth and collaboration.
Elena supports Public Works in a wide range of administrative functions, including distributing and collecting invoices, maintaining budget reports, and coordinating interview scheduling and preparation. She also serves as a key point of contact for staff by assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting internal systems, and helping ensure processes run efficiently across divisions.
In her current role, LaShonda is critical to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and general upkeep of various public spaces, including City offices and community centers. LaShonda’s efforts contribute significantly to creating a well-maintained environment for all individuals utilizing these facilities.
As Wastewater Operator, Tamara ensures the efficient operation of the City’s wastewater plant system by performing equipment checks; recording pump hours and flow totals; adjusting pump rates; monitoring sludge levels and chlorine residuals; and taking chlorine samples for testing. Tamara started her journey as a custodian, then transitioned to a utilities crew member, and later became a wastewater operator.
Prior to joining the Public Works team, Christana served as a custodial contractor at the Webster Fire Department since 2013. In her role, Christana plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of public spaces, such as government offices and community centers. Christana’s efforts help foster a hygienic environment for City employees, visitors, and residents.
Jasmin maintains the appearance and safety of City parks by caring for park grounds and facilities, supporting improvement projects, administering necessary chemicals, maintaining sprinkler systems, and improving landscaping in the City. Jasmin started her journey in Webster as a crewman, then became an equipment operator, crew leader, and is now a parks foreman.
Jin oversees the operations of the Water, Wastewater, and Drainage divisions. As Assistant Director, Jin sets performance and work activity goals for the department by defining Utilities’ goals and objectives, establishing overall strategies to achieve them, and developing a comprehensive plan to integrate and coordinate activities.
Lindsay performs daily animal care, vaccinations, general health screenings/ monitoring of health problems, medications, and general cleaning of the dog runs and cat kennels. She also performs bloodwork and tests for heartworms, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), and certain parasites for the animals in our shelter.
Serving since 2000, Pam oversees the administrative functions of Public Works, coordinating support and customer service. She also ensures employees have the appropriate safety equipment, oversees inventory systems, and maintains department programs. During her tenure, Pam has held different positions within the City, including City Planner Assistant, Economic Development Specialist, Public Works Administrative Assistant, and Administrative Coordinator.
Krissia is critical to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and general upkeep of various public spaces, including City offices and community centers. Krissia’s efforts contribute significantly to creating a well-maintained environment for all individuals who use these facilities.
Webster Public Works has seen an increase in the number of women over the past few years, accounting for 20% of Public Works employees in the City. This year, we have a total of 9 women working across different divisions, the highest number of female employees in Webster Public Works’ history. In a field were 99% of positions are held by men, we celebrate the women in our City who are breaking barriers and paving the way to a more diverse workforce.
“During Drinking Water Week, we celebrate life’s most essential resources: clean, safe drinking water. Drinking water supports public health, safeguards our environment, provides fire protection, and sustains the high quality of life our residents expect every day. As a community, we celebrate by protecting our local water resources - such as lakes, rivers, and groundwater - learning more about our drinking water, and using it efficiently and wisely. We also celebrate our dedicated utility professionals who work behind the scenes, around the clock, to treat, test, and deliver water that makes all of this possible.”
—Jin Ye, Assistant Director of Webster Public Works
Pictured left to right: Chief Water Operator Lorenzo Esquivel, Asst. Dir. of Public Works Jin Ye, Chief Wastewater Operator Felix Espinoza
The City of Webster is joining communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, May 3-9, 2026. Led by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the annual observance highlights the importance of safe, reliable drinking water and recognizes the tireless efforts of water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock.
“Safe drinking water is something people count on every day, often without a second thought,” said AWWA CEO David LaFrance. “Drinking Water Week is an opportunity to recognize the professionals who make that service possible and to reflect on the continued work it takes to maintain and strengthen the systems our communities depend on.”
At Webster, Drinking Water Week is a time to appreciate the vital role water plays in daily life – from public health to fire protection to economic vitality – and to thank the professionals who make sure high-quality water is delivered to everyone in our community.
JUNE 15TH 10 AM - 1 PM League City Civic Center: 400 West Walk Street
• City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 26-06, adopting the City of Webster’s Repetitive Loss Area Analysis (RLAA) as required for application and admittance into the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) program.
• City Council voted to approve an ordinance amending Chapter 30, Section 30-1, relating to the EMS Master Fee Schedule, providing for the adoption of a revised fee schedule.
• City Council authorized a purchase order for $90,784 to JDV Equipment Corporation to repair the sludge conveyor at the wastewater treatment plant.
• City Council authorized the disposal of City surplus property in an online auction.
• City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 26-05 declaring unopposed candidates in the May 2, 2026, General Election and canceling the election.
• City Council held an open discussion regarding ideas and planning for the City’s 2026 4th of July event.
• City Council voted to authorize the Mayor to execute a Utility Conveyance and Security Agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District 481 for water, sewer, drainage and paving improvements to serve Edgewater Section 19.
• City Council voted unanimously to authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with TWL Construction in the amount of $829,432.75 for landscape, hardscape, irrigation, and streetscape enhancements within Flyway and along Rice Creek Lane.
• City Council voted unanimously to authorize the Mayor to sign a quote with Tyler Technologies for $66,960 for migration to Incode ERP Pro 10.
• City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 2607 regarding the Interim Rate Adjustment Application of Centerpoint Energy Resources Corp., for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2025.
