arts center that features: artist studios, public art gallery with rotating exhibitions featuring local artists, classroom and educational space, performance art space, community and city meeting rooms, children’s art classes, live art demonstrations, workshops and classes, and community outreach programs. Request for City Endorsement: The Art Guild of League City seeks the City’s support as a 501(c)(3) community nonprofit to transform the Walter & Helen Hall House into a creative, enrich

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arts center that features: artist studios, public art gallery with rotating exhibitions featuring local artists, classroom and educational space, performance art space, community and city meeting rooms, children’s art classes, live art demonstrations, workshops and classes, and community outreach programs. Request for City Endorsement: The Art Guild of League City seeks the City’s support as a 501(c)(3) community nonprofit to transform the Walter & Helen Hall House into a creative, enriching arts center. This center will showcase local visual and performing artists, provide accessible arts education for residents of all ages, and strengthen League City’s cultural identity and community engagement. Current State of Walter Hall House: The building is vacant and lacks daily oversight. Recent walkthrough of July 29, 2026 revealed evidence of water leaks and continued decline because of lack of occupancy. Property is vulnerable to unauthorized entry. In its current condition, the building is not providing value to the City. Opportunity for the City: • Revitalize a historic building while strengthening League City’s cultural identity. • Renovate the Hall house into a dedicated creative space. • Partner with the Art Guild would establish and create a community space. • Transform an underutilized property into a community arts asset. • Support local artists, education, tourism, and civic engagement. The Art Guild of League City’s Vision for the Walter Hall House: Top – third floor will include artist studios, classrooms, art guild office Middle – second floor will include gallery space, reception area, meeting rooms and event space Botton – first floor will include stage for performing arts, music office, co-op gift shop, reception area, classrooms, offices, more gallery space. Funding and Revenue Sources: • Sponsorships & Donations • HOT Funds • Grants • Artist Studio Rentals • Commission from art sales and co-op gift shop • Annual membership • Artist submissions & rental fees for monthly shows and co-op gift shop • Workshops & Classes Partnership Opportunities Art Guild Contributions: Full volunteer-run organization, no salaries or paid staff Significant volunteer hours supporting operations and programming Professional instructors for classes and workshops, paid by student enrollment Fundraising and resources to launch activities Curated exhibits featuring local and regional artists Regular oversight and upkeep of the Walter Hall Building Create a community arts center and meeting space Requested City Support: Provide access to the Walter & Helen Hall House for use as a studio, gallery, and community art meeting space. Annual lease fee: $1 Term: 15 years City pays for utilities: electric, water, sewer, internet, pest control City maintains exterior and grounds upkeep, roof, HVAC units, plumbing, sewer, elevator, liability/building insurance Proposal of Work - City Provided: First priority – Exterior Wash exterior siding and windows All structures need to be ADA compliant General grounds regular maintenance Pest control – roach and wasp - Interior General cleaning, including windows throughout, regular interior maintenance Dehumidifiers throughout, monitored by volunteers Repair condensation leak and dry/clean carpet on 2nd floor at leak spot Repair fallen wall insulation on 2nd floor Toilet mechanism replacement – one has too much water flow, one has a constant run in the tank Ensure all locks are in working order Maintenance of building utilities – electrical, mechanical, plumbing, WiFi Proposal of Work - provided by Art Guild Volunteers: Exterior – furniture, signage Interior – monitor dehumidifiers, repair stud wall on 1st floor, repair and repaint throughout, new carpet fundraising on 2nd floor (priority) and 3rd floor (secondary) Community Support & Impact Strong Community Endorsement - established programs already in place inclu