El Paso, TX

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several special exception requests regarding lot configurations and setbacks. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt the 2027 meeting schedule.

• Special Exception C (rear yard setback) for 11850 Priscilla Circle
• Special Exception B and K (nonconforming lots and existence 15+ years) for 3807 Mountain Ave.
• Special Exception B (nonconforming lots) for 3130 Aurora Avenue
• Six-month extension request for carport and existence exceptions at 3005 Park North Dr.
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several subdivision applications and a special permit request. The body will also discuss and take action on Envision El Paso plans and technical memos.

• Subdivision map approval for QM Mission Ridge Estates north of Pellicano Dr.
• Subdivision map approval for The Wilkie south of I-10 and east of Doniphan Dr.
• Right-of-way dedication for Loma Real Avenue north of Patriot Freeway
• Special permit for side street yard setback reduction at 4565 Loma Linda Cir.
• Discussion and action on Envision El Paso plans and technical memos

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will discuss the El Paso Water Utility Impact Fees Program report for March 1 through August 31, 2026. The body will also review semi-annual reports on the progress of the capital improvements plan and any implementation inequities.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• El Paso Water Utility Report on Impact Fees Program (3/1/26 - 8/31/26)
• Semi-annual reports on capital improvements plan progress and impact fee inequities
• Approval of April 9, 2026 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will receive updates on the UNICEF USA Child-Friendly City Initiative and a State of the Child Report. The board will also discuss a youth-led social media engagement approach involving an ideation workshop.

• Update on UNICEF USA Child-Friendly City Initiative and State of the Child Report
• Discussion on youth-led social media engagement approach via ideation workshop
• Approval of September 22, 2026 meeting minutes

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission meeting scheduled for October 29, 2026, has been canceled.

City Council

The City Council is discussing the creation of a Department of Code Enforcement and updating various city codes to grant this department enforcement authority. The body is also considering safety inspections for downtown buildings over two stories and restricting heavy truck traffic on Trans Mountain Road.

• Change Order #5 for Eastside Sport Complex Phase II Project to Jordan Foster Construction for $157,807.03
• Proposed ordinance to convey approximately 597 acres of land in District 4
• Proposed special permit for infill development at 2810 Sacramento Avenue
• Proposed right-of-way closures on Mesa Street for Winterfest 2026
• Proposed speed limit changes on Railroad Drive and Wedgewood Drive

• Change Order #5 for Eastside Sport Complex Phase II
  $157,807
• Conveyance of 597 acres of land to El Paso Water
  Tract 1, Section 5, Block 80, Township 1, Texas & Pacific Ra · 597 ac
• Special Permit for Infill Development with lot width and setback reduction
  2810 Sacramento Avenue
• Award of Solicitation 2026-0448 GA Ramp Rehabilitation Stage 2 & 3
  $12.1M
• Award of Solicitation 2026-0339 Mast Arm Poles
  $3.8M
• Third Amendment to Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement for Legate Co Texas
  201 East San Antonio Avenue
• Purchase of Property Tract 14B
  Tract 14B, out of section 14, Block 81, Township 2, Texas an · $3.0M

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

The Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board will meet to discuss department updates from Destination El Paso. The session focuses on information and discussion regarding tourism, financials, and venue management.

• Approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Destination El Paso September 2026 Department Updates
• Financial reports from Brooke Underwood
• Tourism and Advertising updates from Visit El Paso and Destination El Paso
• Operational highlights and El Paso Water Parks updates

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session primarily focused on items in executive session. Discussions include several individual legal claims and economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso.

• Economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso (HQ#25-5335)
• El Paso Electric Company application to amend Certificate of Convenience and Necessity for Pine to Caliente Transmission Line (PUC#60016)
• Legal claim of Thalia Garay (Claim #1072)
• Legal claim of Mercedes Avilez Del Real (Claim #1210)
• Legal claims of Andrea Minor, Melanie Deskin, Hilda Ramirez, David Roberts, and Emmanuel Tarango

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning, a street name change, and a special permit for government use. The body will also discuss an ordinance to create a Density Bonus Program to relieve certain properties from base zoning density limits.

• Proposed street name change from Bob Mitchell Drive to Fred Loya Drive
• Rezoning request for vacant land west of Westside Dr. along Artcraft Rd. to C-3 (Commercial)
• Special Permit request for government use at 2215, 2225, and 2227 Murchison Dr.
• Proposed ordinance adding a Density Bonus Program to the El Paso City Code
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for land west of Westside Dr. along Artcraft Rd. to Suburban (Walkable)

• Lomaland Park Subdivision — null
  South of Lomaland Dr. and West of Lee Trevino Dr.
• Pebble Hills Regional Command Subdivision — null
  South of Pebble Hills Blvd. and West of Lee Trevino Dr.
• Street Name Change from Bob Mitchell Drive to Fred Loya Drive — null
  North of Montwood Dr. and West of Joe Battle Blvd.
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Upper Valley Surveys — null
  West of Westside Dr. along Artcraft Rd.
• Rezoning Application - Upper Valley Surveys — null
  West of Westside Dr. along Artcraft Rd.
• Special Permit Application - Highland Park Subdivision — null
  2215, 2225, and 2227 Murchison Dr.
• Amend Title 20 (Zoning) to add Density Bonus Program — null

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will discuss and take action on the FY 2026-2027 Annual Internal Audit Plan and updates to the City of El Paso Donation Policy. The committee will also review an audit report regarding the Single-Family Owner-Occupied Renovation Program.

• Update to the City of El Paso Donation Policy
• Single-Family Owner-Occupied Renovation Program Audit Report A2026-06
• FY 2026-2027 Annual Internal Audit Plan

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to elect its leadership and discuss future agenda items. The meeting includes a presentation on the Retired and Seniors Volunteer Program.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on Retired and Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP) Calling All Seniors
• Approval of June 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Rescheduling of the November meeting

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will receive updates on the UNICEF USA Child-Friendly City Initiative and a State of the Child Report. The board will also discuss a youth-led social media engagement approach involving an ideation workshop.

• Update on UNICEF USA Child-Friendly City Initiative and State of the Child Report
• Discussion on youth-led social media engagement approach and ideation workshop

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two special exception requests. The board will also review the minutes from the September 21, 2026, meeting.

• PZBA26-00034: Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) for 1056 Francine Street
• PZBA26-00047: Special Exception K (In Existence Fifteen Years or More) for 3716 Hamilton Ave.

• Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) — null
  1056 Francine Street
• Special Exception K (In Existence Fifteen Years or More) — null
  3716 Hamilton Ave.

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to determine if a specific structure is dangerous. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing for structure at 607 S. Florence to determine if it is dangerous and if owners Jose A. Rojas and Cleotilde H. Rojas will be ordered to demolish it

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will decide on proposed exterior changes to properties in the Manhattan Heights and Downtown historic districts.

• PHAP26-00043: Request for an 8-foot high fence at 3014 Copper Ave
• PHAP26-00044: Request for tree removal and installation of landscaping, fencing, lighting, and seating near 108 E Mills Ave
• Approval of September 17, 2026, meeting minutes

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will meet to discuss appointments, art maintenance, and gift offers. The board will also receive reports from four city museums and cultural centers.

• Appointment of Luz Elena Connor to the Public Art Committee
• Star Ceiling Art Assignment and Maintenance Plan
• Transfer of the Tom Lea Scarf to the Permanent Collection
• Gift offers from Tom DiPersio and Rachelle Thiewes
• Reports from Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, Museum of History, and Mexican American Cultural Center

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and the El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program. The body will also hear reports from subcommittees focused on employment, homelessness, and mental health.

• El Paso VA Health Care Clinic update
• El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program update
• Subcommittee reports on employment, homelessness, and mental health
• City of El Paso Veteran and Military Affairs update

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

The Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommittee will meet to conduct grievance hearings. The body will consider staff recommendations to suspend two individuals for violating the department's Behavior Management Policy.

• Proposed six-month suspension of Max Marquez (BC-2545)
• Proposed six-month suspension of Jonathan Bryant (BC-2546)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review a draft Master Plan and discuss WinterFest 2026. The board will also act on the nomination of its leadership and staff suspension recommendations.

• Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation
• WinterFest 2026 presentation
• Proposed six-month suspension of Max Marquez for Behavior Management Policy violation
• Proposed six-month suspension of Jonathan Bryant for Behavior Management Policy violation
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will review a proposal for no-cost spay and neuter services for unaltered animals returned to owners. The committee will also discuss a 2025 shelter assessment conducted by Shelter Savvy.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding no-cost spay and neuter services for Return to Owner (RTO) animals
• Review of 2025 Shelter Savvy shelter assessment findings and improvements
• October Director’s Report from El Paso Animal Services
• Action to reschedule or cancel the November 11, 2026 meeting

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 board will meet to review the end-of-year financial report for Fiscal Year 2026. The board will also receive updates from the City Attorney's Office and Borderplex Community Capital regarding TIRZ funds and applications.

• Approval of April 29, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2026 End of the Year Financial Report
• City Attorney’s Office annual presentation
• Borderplex Community Capital update on TIRZ funds, outreach, and applications

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will meet to review business for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program and the Foster Grandparent Program. The council will discuss volunteer training, recognition, and a competition grant.

• Competition Grant
• Purple Sunflower Podcast
• UTEP’s “Viva la Salud” Conference
• 9/11 Day of Service
• Volunteer Coordinator Training

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will review two service contracts and receive an update on recent service modifications. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from the September 1, 2026, meeting.

• Proposed grounds maintenance contract with Mario A. Gonzalez dba MG Evergreen for an estimated $482,027.75 over five years
• Proposed lubricants and oil sampling contract with Lab One, Inc. for an estimated $269,250.00 over five years
• Presentation on Sun Metro Rising September 20, 2026 Service Modifications

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee meeting scheduled for October 13, 2026, has been canceled.

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding Winterfest 2026 event logistics and the 2026 tax roll. The body will also discuss the use of automated license plate reader cameras and potential rezoning in the Rio Grande neighborhood.

• Contract with Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. for veterinary narcotic medication estimated at $601,212.95
• Temporary closure of Mesa Street and Texas Avenue for Winterfest 2026 on November 21, 2026
• Proposed zoning change for 11368 Turner Road from Residential to Apartment/Office
• Approval of the 2026 tax roll for all entities where the City Tax Assessor/Collector collects taxes
• Discussion on prohibiting contracts with Flock Safety or other automated license plate reader providers

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider a strategic plan and management policy for the El Paso Museum of Art. The session also includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funds and the 2026 Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Annual Report.

• Adoption of El Paso Museum of Art's 'Frontera Forward' Strategic Plan for FY 2027-FY 2031
• Approval of the Collections Care and Management Policy for City of El Paso Museum Collections
• Action on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund
• Presentation of the 2026 Animal Shelter Advisory Committee (ASAC) Annual Report
• Legal advice on a $4,000,000.00 grant application to Meta Platforms, Inc. for the El Paso Climate Action Implementation Program

Civil Service Commission

The meeting for the Civil Service Commission of the City of El Paso scheduled for October 8, 2026, has been canceled.

City Plan Commission

The El Paso City Plan Commission meets October 8, 2026, to hold public hearings and vote on a rezoning and a special permit for 4131 Thomason Ave., and to discuss a resolution releasing about 2,284.025 acres of land south of Eastlake Blvd. and west of Darrington Rd. from the city's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The agenda also includes a presentation on infill development versus urban sprawl and approval of minutes from September 24, 2026. The Commission may retire into executive session to consult with an attorney and deliberate on real property and prospective gifts. Public comment is allowed, with speakers limited to three minutes and sign-up required by 1:30 p.m.

• Rezoning PZRZ26-00010: 4131 Thomason Ave. from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (Apartment); owner Arturo Rodriguez
• Special permit PZST26-00007: professional office and rear setback reduction at 4131 Thomason Ave.
• Resolution to release approximately 2,284.025 acres south of Eastlake Blvd. and west of Darrington Rd. from the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Presentation on Infill Development vs. Urban Sprawl
• Approval of City Plan Commission minutes for September 24, 2026

Open Space Advisory Board

The Open Space Advisory Board meets on October 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Thorman Conference Room at 801 Texas and virtually. The board will hear a presentation on the draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan from the Halff Consultant Team and discuss the proposed sale of property originally intended for a city tree farm next to Keystone Heritage Park. Most other items are information and discussion updates, including El Paso Water's quarterly report on the 10% drainage utility fee, trail projects, and nature preserve stewardship. The board may also vote on minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting and a revised 2027 meeting schedule.

• Presentation and discussion on the draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan by the Halff Consultant Team
• Information and discussion on the sale of property originally intended for a future city tree farm next to Keystone Heritage Park
• El Paso Water quarterly financial report on the 10% annual drainage utility fee revenue and expenses
• Discussion and action on minutes from the July 1, 2025 Open Space Advisory Board meeting
• Discussion and action on adopting the revised 2027 Open Space Advisory Board meeting schedule

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment public hearing scheduled for October 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM in the Thorman Conference Room, 801 Texas Ave, Basement, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for decision or discussion — only the cancellation notice. No reason for the cancellation is stated in the document.

Historic Landmark Commission

The agenda states that the Historic Landmark Commission meeting scheduled for October 2, 2026 has been cancelled. The document lists a meeting date of October 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the Thorman Conference Room, 801 Texas Ave, Basement, but contains no items of business. No decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

City Council

The El Paso City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. Key actions include selling city property to Double H Contracting for $209,228, amending water and sewer rules to require disclosures on commercial water quality solicitations, and approving multiple contracts for police motorcycle parts, zoo supplies, and toll system maintenance. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, board appointments, and campaign contribution notices.

• Ordinance to convey city property to Double H Contracting, Inc. for $209,228 (District 7)
• Ordinance amending water and sewer code to add disclosure requirements for commercial water quality solicitations
• Purchase order for police motorcycle parts and service to Viva Powersports, LLC, $405,000 over 3 years
• Task order for zoo improvements to Keystone Contractors & Engineers, $650,847.88
• Sole-source contract for toll system maintenance to The Revenue Markets, Inc., $250,000 for 1 year

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will discuss and take action on two internal audit reports: one on Streets and Maintenance facility maintenance (A2026-08) and one on the Department of Public Health's cybersecurity. The agenda also includes an executive session covering legal matters, real property, personnel, security, and economic development negotiations, including several El Paso Electric utility applications. Most substantive items are scheduled for closed session, with only the two audits open to the public.

• Discussion and action on Streets and Maintenance - Facility Maintenance Audit A2026-08 (26-1044)
• Discussion and action on El Paso Department of Public Health - Cybersecurity Assessment (26-1045)
• Executive session: Carlos Jaile v. City of El Paso et al. (26-1071)
• Executive session: El Paso Electric 366 MW natural gas facility application (26-1073)
• Executive session: El Paso Electric 100 MW solar/100 MW battery storage application (26-1074)

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026, was canceled. The agenda contains only roll call and adjournment items, with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting canceled