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MissionTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
86,234
Per-capita income
$27,938
Median home value
$160,800
Bachelor's or higher
29%
Typical home value $216,831 -1.2% yr/yr · +24% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2007–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$121.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$104.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$56.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$34.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,216 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025722 housing units ($112.9M)

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Wed Nov 4, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Mission P&Z to consider alcohol permits and a new health clinic site plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permits for alcohol sales. The body will also review a site plan for a health clinic and a single lot variance.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MISSION CITY HALL NOVEMBER 04, 2026 at 5:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - October 21, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 5 Public hearing and take action to consider a Conditional Use Permit for the Sale & On-Site Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages – ONYX Bar & Nightlife, being Lot 1, Alba Plaza Subdivision, in a (C-3) General Commercial District, located at 608 N. Shary Road, Suites 8, 9 & 10. Applicant: Fernando Montanado - Cervantes 6 Conduct a public hearing and consideration of a Conditional Use Permit Renewal for the Sale & On-Site Consumption of Alcoholic Beve …
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Mon Nov 9, 2026

City Council Workshop Meeting

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Tue Nov 10, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

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Wed Oct 28, 2026

ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD

Board to consider carport setback request at 2111 Clavele Drive

The Accommodations Review Board will meet to review a request for a special accommodation regarding a property setback. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 26, 2026 meeting.

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ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 28, 2026 at 4:45 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Accommodations Review Board of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday October 28, 2026 at 4:45 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Accommodations Review Board, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. Approval of minutes for ARB meeting - August 26, 2026 PUBLIC HEARING 5. Public hearing and take action to consider a special accommodation request to allow a 10’ 5” front setback instead of the required 30’ for a 19’ x 20’ existing carport, being Lot 39, Villa de Roma Subdivision located at 2111 Clavele Drive, Applicant: Myrna Madrigal – Cervantes Notice Regarding Executive Session: The City of Mission Accomodations Review Board may convene in a closed meeting, also known as Executive Session, at any time during the course of this meeting for any posted item, as authorized by the Texas Open Meet …
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Wed Oct 28, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustments Meeting

Zoning Board to consider carport and setback requests

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings to consider several special exception and variance requests. These requests primarily concern garage and carport setbacks for residential properties.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Zoning Board of Adjustments the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Zoning Board of Adjustments, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. Approval of Minutes for ZBA Meeting - August 26, 2026 PRESENTATION 5. Presentation & Purpose of newly adopted Special Exceptions Ordinance No. 5883 – Cervantes PUBLIC HEARING 6. Public hearing and consideration of a special exception request to allow a 0’ garage setback instead of the required 18’ for a 20’ x 20’ proposed carport, being Lot 18, Sunterra Estates Subdivision, located at 1402 Las Brisas Drive, Applicant: Olaak & Laura Vargas – Cervantes 7. Public hearing and consideration of a special exception request to allow a a 5’ front setback instead of …
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Tue Oct 27, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Mission City Council to consider multiple rezoning and land use requests

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on police equipment grants, infrastructure change orders, and a search for a new City Manager.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - Gertrudis Flores Reyna 100th Birthday - Carrillo 2. Proclamation - Epilepsy Awareness Month - Carrillo 3. Presentation of 20, 25, 30, and 45 Year Service Award Recipients - Munguia 4. Presentation of Special Recognitions and Awards – City of Miss …
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Wed Oct 21, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider event center permits and ordinance amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for two event center conditional use permits. The body will also discuss potential amendments to the City of Mission Code of Ordinances regarding hearing notices and voting requirements.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - October 7, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2 Conduct a Public hearing and consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for an Event Center – Aurella Event Center in a (C-3) General Business District, being Lot 12, Sparks & Townsend Plaza Subdivision, located at 2704 E. Griffin Parkway, Ste. G, Applicant: Guadalupe Rocha – Cervantes 3 Conduct a Public hearing and consideration of a Conditional Use Permit Renewal for an Event Center – Events on Conway in a (C-3) General Business District, being al …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Mission City Council to consider Hoerner Street Project contract of $781,676.78

The City Council will hold public hearings on several conditional use permits and zoning ordinance amendments. The body is also considering various city contracts, grant awards, and the adoption of an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy.

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✓ Decided: Mission City Council approves road project and new AI use policy

City Council awarded a $781,676.78 contract for the Hoerner Street Project and adopted a formal Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy. The council also approved several conditional use permits for alcohol sales and electric vehicle charging, and accepted over $550,000 in grants.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1. Mission Historical Museum Día de los Muertos Festival and presentation of Día de los Muertos patches to the Girl Scouts - Lopez 2. Proclamation - White Cane Awareness Day - Carrillo 3. Proclamation - STHS Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo 4. Proclamatio …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Shellie Smith, City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Adela Ortega Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer Lisa Rivera Irasema Dimas, Code Enforcement Supervisor Dora de la Garza Noemi Munguia, Human Resource Director Karen Prewitt Julie Martinez, Animal Welfare Manager Dendea Balli Cesar Torres, Chief of Police Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations Joe Salazar, MEDC Interim CEO Candace Rodriguez, MEDC Michael Silva, Fire Chief Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev. Vidal Roman, Finance Director Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director Abram Ramirez, IT Director Cynthia Lopez, Museum Director Joseph Flores, Code Enforcement Officer Arturo Lerma, Code Enforcement Officer Jose Cavazos, Police Officer Mariela Sepulveda, Police Officer Ted Rodriguez, Asst. Chief of …
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Wed Oct 7, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Mission P&Z to hear rezoning at US 83 and Holland Ave plus four other land requests

The Mission Planning and Zoning Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street. The commission will consider two subdivision plat approvals and hold public hearings on one rezoning request and three conditional use permits. A previously tabled rezoning at 3004 Harmony Lane is listed under unfinished business.

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✓ Decided: Mission Planning and Zoning Commission denies rezoning request on Harmony Lane

The Commission approved several plat and conditional use permit requests, including a daycare and a sports complex. The Commission denied a rezoning request for 3004 Harmony Lane from single-family to duplex-fourplex residential after a motion to approve failed for lack of a second. The meeting concluded with the denial of the rezoning request by a 5-1 vote.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 07, 2026 at 5:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - September 16, 2026 PLAT APPROVAL 5 Discussion and possible action on matters related to a Plat Approval Subject to Conditions for the proposed Las Palmas at Bentsen Palm Phase II Subdivision (Private Subdivision), a tract of land containing 13.711 acres of land being a part or portion out of the South end of Porcion 52, located along the West side of S. Inspiration Road approximately 4,400 feet South of Mile 1 S. Road. Developer: Rhodes Enterprises, Inc., Engineer: Melden & Hunt, Inc. 6 Discussion and poss …
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OCTOBER 7, 2026 CITY HALL’S COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ 5:30 P.M. P&Z PRESENT P&Z ABSENT STAFF PRESENT GUEST PRESENT Diana izaguirre Irene Thompson Gabriel Ramirez Christina De Mara David Villarreal Jessica Munoz Horacio Gumbel Raquene! Austin Xavier Cervantes Robert Kirby Steven Alaniz Alex Hernandez Jeronimo Villalobos Connie Garza Elisa Zurita Gerardo Zamora Kevin Sanchez Raul C. Santiago Antonio Hueila Diana Castilleja CALL TO ORDER Chairwoman Izaguirre called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST There was none. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION There was none. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 Chairwoman Izaguirre asked if there were any corrections to the minutes for September 16, 2026. Ms. Garza moved to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Sanchez seconded the motion. Upon a vote, the motion passed unanimously. Started: 5:31 p.m. Ended: 5:32 p.m. Item #5 Plat Approval The Proposed Las Palmas at Bentsen Subject to Conditions: Palm Phase II Subdivision (Private Subdivision), a tract of land containing 13.711 acres land being a part or portion out of the South end of Porcion 52, located along the West side of S. Inspiration Road approximately 4,400 feet South of Mile 1 S. Road. Developer: Rhodes Enterprises, Inc., Engineer: Melden & Hunt, Inc. Mr. Ramirez stated This development is located on approximately % of a mile North of Military Road along the West side of S. Inspiration Road and just West of Las P …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

CANCELLED - City Council Workshop Meeting

Mission City Council Workshop Meeting for October 6, 2026, was cancelled

The scheduled workshop meeting was cancelled. The agenda had included discussions on event center rental rates, several zoning permits, and various city contracts and grants.

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 06, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, October 06, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS WORKSHOP 1. Discussion regarding Mission Event Center Rental Rates - A. Lerma 2. Present questions to staff relating to the October 13, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia PRESENTATIONS 1. Mission Historical Museum Día de los Muertos Festival and presentation of Día de los Mue …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

City Council Workshop Meeting

Mission council to weigh alcohol permits, road contracts and AI policy

The Mission City Council holds a workshop on October 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, to discuss items including Mission Event Center rental rates and questions on the October 13 regular meeting agenda. The agenda also lists public hearings on three conditional use permits for alcohol sales and electric vehicle charging, plus zoning ordinance amendments, and possible action on several contracts, grants and policies. Most items are listed for discussion and possible action; no decisions are recorded in this notice.

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 06, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, October 06, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS WORKSHOP 1. Discussion regarding Mission Event Center Rental Rates - A. Lerma 2. Present questions to staff relating to the October 13, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia PRESENTATIONS 1. Mission Historical Museum Día de los Muertos Festival and presentation of Día de los Mue …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026

Notice of Potential Quorum

Mission City Council may attend Native Plants Ad HOC Committee meeting Oct. 5

This is a notice that a quorum of the Mission City Council may be present at a Native Plants Ad HOC Committee meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street. It is not a regularly scheduled Council meeting, and the notice states the Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed and no meeting minutes will be kept. The notice was posted September 29, 2026 by City Secretary Anna Carrillo in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be present on Monday, October 05, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee Meeting. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed. There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice. C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 29th day of September, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Mon Oct 5, 2026

Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee

Mission Native Plants committee to weigh amended Nativescapes guidelines and application

The Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee of the City of Mission, Texas meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street. The agenda lists two public hearing items: discussion and possible adoption of amended guidelines for Nativescapes Properties and an amended application for Nativescapes Properties. Routine items include calling the meeting to order, establishing a quorum, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and citizens participation. No dollar amounts, contracts, or specific program changes are stated in the agenda text.

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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE MISSION CITY HALL OCTOBER 05, 2026 at 12:00 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC Committee of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the following matters: REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 Discussion and consideration of adoption of Amended Guidelines for Nativescapes Properties 2 Discussion and consideration of adoption of Amended application for Nativescapes Properties ADJOURNMENT Signed this the 29th day of September, 2026 _______________________________ Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 29th day of September, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. _______________________ Anna Carrillo, City Secretary This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the City Secretary …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026

Notice of Potential Quorum

City Council may attend Native Plants Committee meeting, no action

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular council meeting. A quorum of the Mission City Council may be present at the Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting on August 24, 2026, but no formal action will be taken and no minutes will be kept.

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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be present on Monday, August 24, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee Meeting. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed. There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice. C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Sep 29, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to consider amending FY 2025-26 budget for year-end adjustments

The Mission City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial adjustments. The agenda includes only this budget item, along with routine procedural matters such as call to order, conflict of interest disclosures, and citizen participation. The council may also enter executive session for legal or other permitted discussions.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved year-end budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2025–2026

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance # 5879 to amend the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 annual operating budget for year-end financial adjustments. The adjustments included changes to the General Fund, Utility Fund, Golf Fund, and Capital Projects Fund. The meeting was then adjourned.

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS AGENDA ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action on matters related to approval of Ordinance # _____ amending the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial adjustments – Roman ADJOURNMENT C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Shellie Smith, City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Maira Salinas Vidal Roman, Finance Director Ezeiza Garcia Assistant Finance Director Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST None CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS None AGENDA ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action on matters related to approval of Ordinance # 5879 amending the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial adjustments – Roman The Finance Department was requesting City Council approval of the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Year-End Budget Amendments to align the adopted budget with final and projected year-end financial activity. The amendments incorporated necessary revenue and expenditure adjustments, interfund transfers, reimbursements, appropriations, and other Council-auth …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026

Notice of Potential Quorum

Mission City Council may attend a delegation visit from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico

This is a notice that a quorum of the Mission City Council may be present on Monday, September 28, 2026, starting at 8:30 a.m. for a meeting with a delegation from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico, including a tour of various City facilities. Council members may also be present for lunch at the Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED) and dinner at the Mission Event Center. The notice states that no formal action will be taken by the City Council. The notice was posted on the City Hall bulletin board at 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on September 22, 2026, per Chapter 551 of the Government Code.

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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be present on Monday, September 28, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m., for a meeting with a delegation from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico, including a tour of various City facilities. The City Council may also be present for lunch at the Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED) and dinner at the Mission Event Center. No formal action will be taken by the City Council. C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 22nd day of September, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Sep 22, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to adopt 2026 property tax rate after public hearing

The Mission City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 property tax rate and consider adopting it, along with a separate hearing on a bid protest appeal for sludge management services. The agenda includes numerous routine consent items, such as vendor purchases, grants, and service agreements, as well as several ordinances and contracts for city operations.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts 2026 property tax rate and denies sludge bid protest

The City Council approved the 2026 property tax rate of $0.5653 per $100 valuation and denied a bid protest from Denali Water Solutions, LLC regarding sludge management services. Council also passed several ordinances, including new health and sanitation regulations, a permit technology fee, and updates to the city's fund balance policy. Additionally, the council authorized various service agreements and accepted multiple state grants for police operations.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - Constitution Week - Carrillo 2. Proclamation - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo 3. Proclamation - National GEAR UP Week - Carrillo 4. Proclamation - Rotary Club 106th Anniversary - Carrillo 5. Proclamation - National Day of Remembran …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Daniel Tijerina Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary Alexis Hernandez Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer Robert Garcia Cesar Torres, Chief of Police Benny Garza Xavier Cervantes, Planning Director Vanessa Hernandez Alex Hernandez, Asst Planning Director Manny Cruz Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations Noah Flores Miguel A. Rios, Executive Peyton Golden Ezeiza Garcia, Assistant Finance Director Tony Castillo Jesse Mares, Facilities & Fleet Manager Eloy Reyna Michael Silva, Fire Chief Mike Waltz Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev. Carlos S. Lugo Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director Maira Salinas Roel Mendiola, Sanitation Director Rick Venecia, Boys & Girls Club CEO A. Moctezuma, Police Officer J. Longoria, Police Officer REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a quorum being p …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Mission P&Z to weigh rezoning, alcohol permits, sign variance

The Mission Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several requests, including a rezoning on Harmony Lane, conditional use permits for alcohol sales at two restaurants and a bar, and a variance for a 100-foot pylon sign. The commission will also consider two ordinance amendments, one removing portable buildings as a conditional use in commercial districts and another authorizing the Board of Adjustment to hear special exceptions for carports. Site plan approvals for a six-unit apartment building and a chain restaurant are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves multiple site plans and permits

The commission approved site plans for a 6-apartment complex and a Reyna’s BBQ restaurant. Several conditional use permits for alcohol sales and EV charging were granted, and a rezoning request for 3004 Harmony Lane was tabled.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - August 5, 2026 SITE PLAN APPROVAL 4 Site Plan Approval for the construction of 6 apartments in a (R3) Multifamily Residential District legally described as Lot 12, Las Cumbres Terrace Subdivision, Applicant: M2 Express – Cervantes 5 Site Plan Approval for the construction of a chain restaurant named Reyna’s BBQ in a (C-3) General Business District legally described as Lot 6A, Replat of Lot 6A and 7A M.E.D.C Subdivision, located at 2401 Victoria Street. Applicant: Erika Bettina Resendez, - Cervantes PUBL …
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 CITY HALL’S COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ 5:30 P.M. P&Z PRESENT P&Z ABSENT STAFF PRESENT GUEST PRESENT Diana Izaguirre Irene Thompson Gabriel Ramirez Christina DeMara David Villarreal Susie De Luna Janette Salinas Raquenel Austin Xavier Cervantes Santana Rodriguez Steven Alaniz Alex Hernandez Juan Guajardo Connie Garza Ana G. Bazaldua Jose Rubio Kevin Sanchez Mary Rubio Helen Walbere Erica Cantu Claudia Solis Aejndro Solis James Alfaro John Paul Perez CALL TO ORDER Chairwoman Izaguirre called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST There was none. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION There was none. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR AUGUST 5, 2026 Chairwoman Izaguirre asked if there were any corrections to the minutes for August 5, 2026. Mr. Sanchez moved to approve the minutes as presented. Ms. Austin seconded the motion. Upon a vote, the motion passed unanimously. Started: 5:31 p.m. Ended: 5:32 p.m. Item #2 Site Plan Approval: Site Plan Approval for the construction of 6 apartments in a (R3) Multifamily Residential District legally described as Lot 12, Las Cumbres Terrace Subdivision, Applicant: M2 Express Mr. Ramirez stated The property is a corner lot measuring 17,238 square feet with a frontage of 105 feet intersecting Mountain Road and N. Trosper Road. The subdivision was designed for R-3 type construction and is prepped with 60 feet right-of-way complete with curb and gutters, drainage, utilities, and all lots mee …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026

City Council Workshop Meeting

Council to set 2026 property tax rate and golf course fees

The Mission City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including a public hearing on the proposed 2026 property tax rate, an ordinance to adopt that rate, and an ordinance establishing Shary Municipal Golf Course fees for FY 2026-2027. The agenda also includes several procurement authorizations, a weedy lot ordinance amendment, and various agreements. This is a workshop, so most items are for discussion and possible action, with final decisions likely at a later regular meeting.

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS WORKSHOP 1. Present questions to staff relating to the September 22, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - Constitution Week - Carrillo 2. Proclamation - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo 3. Proclamation - National GEAR UP Week - Carrillo 4. Proclama …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Mission City Council to vote on FY 2026-27 budget and public safety pay

The Mission City Council will hold a special meeting to consider and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 annual budget, as well as ordinances authorizing classified positions and base salaries/incentive packages for the Mission Fire and Police Departments. The council will also discuss and take action on a Meet and Confer Agreement with the Mission Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 3906. The agenda includes provisions for executive session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act.

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✓ Decided: Mission City Council unanimously adopts $197.3M FY 2026-27 budget

The Mission City Council unanimously approved the FY 2026-2027 annual budget totaling $197,342,227 across all funds, along with ordinances authorizing classified positions and base salary/incentive packages for the Fire and Police Departments. All five ordinances passed 5-0. A discussion item on the Meet and Confer Agreement with the Mission Firefighters Association IAFF Local 3609 was noted as 'No Action'.

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS AGENDA ITEMS 1. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # _____ adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget – A. Garcia 2. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # _____ Authorizing Classified Positions for the Mission F …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Shellie Smith, City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Emily D’Gyves Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director Linda Castaneda Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer Daniel Tijerina Cesar Torres, Chief of Police Maira Salinas Miguel A. Rios, Executive Department Alma Santos Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director Ricardo Saldana Miguel Rios, Program Mgmt & Performance Mgr. Mellie Sandana Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations Anthony Longoria CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:37 p.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST None CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS Daniel Tijerina, 1406 Dons Drive, spoke regarding the budget and the importance of fiscal responsibility for public safety and all City departments, emphasizing that the budget should be sustainable for the taxpayers. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # 5868 adopting the Fiscal Year 2 …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to vote on 2026 tax rate, budget, and grants

The Mission City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 preliminary budget and take record votes on the proposed 2026 tax rate, including Maintenance and Operations and Interest and Sinking Fund rates. The council will also consider accepting two state grants, approving contracts and agreements, and directing an audit of the Mission Economic Development Corporation. Several items are routine consent agenda matters, and the meeting includes executive session discussions on real property and personnel.

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✓ Decided: Council sets 2026 tax rate at $0.5653, schedules Sept. 22 hearing

The City Council approved the proposed 2026 tax rate of $0.5653 per $100 valuation and scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026. It also approved record votes on the M&O rate ($0.4947) and I&S rate ($0.0706), and continued negotiations with the Mission Firefighters Association (4-1).

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 08, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 08, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - 25th Anniversary of September 11 Remembrance - Silva 2. Report from Mission Economic Development Corporation - Teclo Garcia 3. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia 4. Citizen's Participation on Specific Agenda Items – Garza ANNOUNCEME …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 08, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Esther Salinas Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary Linda Castaneda Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer Daniel Tijerina Cesar Torres, Chief of Police Maira Salinas Miguel A. Rios, Executive Department Ricardo Salinas Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director Christie Gonzalez Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations Nati Garza Monica Gonzalez, Grants & Strategic Dev. Alma Santos Joe Salazar, MEDC Manuel Pescador Candace Rodriguez, MEDC Juan Cantu Michael Silva, Fire Chief Alexis Hernandez Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev. Ricardo Saldana Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director Yenni Espinoza, Speer Memorial Library Dir. Belen Guerrero, MEDC Joe Enriquez, Utility Billing & Collections Manager REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on carport setbacks and remove portable buildings from commercial zones

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments and consider a variance request. The amendments would allow carports to encroach on front setbacks for single-family homes and remove portable buildings as a conditional use in C-2, C-3, and C-4 districts. The commission will also consider a variance for a 100-foot pylon sign at a Circle K gas station.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 at 5:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - August 5, 2026 PUBLIC HEARINGS ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDEMENT 2 Conduct a public hearing and consideration of the adoption of an ordinance amending the code of ordinances Appendix A - Zoning, Article IV, Section 1.17, Powers of Board of Adjustment, to authorize the Zoning Board of Adjustment to hear and decide Special Exceptions expressly authorized by Appendix A; Amending Article XIII, Exceptions and Modifications, Section 1.59, General, by adding a Special Exception authorizing a carport acce …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026

City Council Workshop Meeting

City Council discusses FY 2026-2027 budget and 2026 property tax rate

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and the 2026 property tax rate. The meeting includes a public hearing on the preliminary budget and consideration of several grant awards and reimbursement agreements.

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING MISSION CITY HALL SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, September 01, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS WORKSHOP 1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia 2. Discussion on 2026 Property Tax Rate - A. Garcia 3. Present questions to staff relating to the September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026

ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD

Mission board to weigh patio setback request

The Accommodations Review Board will hold a regular meeting with one public hearing to consider a special accommodation request for a reduced front setback. The request seeks a 6-foot setback instead of the required 25 feet for an existing patio structure at 907 E. Sandstone Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its March 25, 2026 meeting.

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ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 26, 2026 at 4:45 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Accommodations Review Board of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on 26, August 2026 at 4:45 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Accommodations Review Board, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes for ARB - March 25th, 2026 PUBLIC HEARING 2. Public hearing and take action to consider a special accommodation request to allow a 6’ front setback instead of the required 25’ for a 15’ 10” x 15’ 10” existing patio structure, being Lot 176, Frontier Estates Phase 3 Subdivision, located at 907 E. Sandstone Drive, as requested by Mariaelia Gutierrez - Cervantes Notice Regarding Executive Session: The City of Mission Accomodations Review Board may convene in a closed meeting, also known as Executive Session, at any time during the course of this meeting for any posted item, as authorized by …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustments Meeting

Zoning board to hear three carport setback variance requests

The Mission Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on August 26, 2026, at 4:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chamber. The board will consider three public hearing items, each requesting a variance from standard setback requirements to allow for carport construction. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a period for citizen participation.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Zoning Board of Adjustments the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Zoning Board of Adjustments, and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3. Citizens Participation APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes for ZBA Meeting - July 22, 2026 PUBLIC HEARING 2. Public hearing and consideration of a variance to allow a 5’ 6” garage/carport setback instead of the required 18’ and a 0’ side setback instead of the required 6’ for an 18’ x 29’ existing carport, being Lot 168, Frontier Estates Subdivision, located at 1011 E. Sandstone Drive, Applicant – Mary K. & Roque Longoria - Cervantes 3. Public hearing and consideration of a variance to allow a 7’ garage/carport setback instead of the required 18’ for a proposed 22’ x 24’ carport, being Lot 41, Crystal Estates Phase III Subdivis …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Accommodations Review Board

Tue Aug 25, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Mission City Council to weigh 9 zoning requests, alcohol permits, and $94K in purchases

The Mission City Council meets Aug. 25 to hold public hearings on nine rezoning and conditional use permit requests, including event centers, a 7-Eleven fuel station, and alcohol sales. The consent agenda includes a $15,749 federal grant, a $43,808 pump purchase, and $35,000 in police camera kits. The council will also consider fee schedule changes, electioneering rules, and drainage fund reimbursements.

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✓ Decided: Mission City Council approves 7-Eleven, event center, and other permits

The Mission City Council approved a series of conditional use permits, including a 7-Eleven convenience store and fuel station, an event center, and several other businesses, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. The council also denied a rezoning request for a duplex complex at 400 Oblate Avenue and approved multiple consent agenda items, including a $15,749 grant for a police drone and a $43,808.60 pump purchase. All decisions were made unanimously.

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo 2. Presentation of Parks & Recreation Summer TAAF Athletes - Bentsen 3. Report from the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce – Brenda Enriquez 4. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia 5. Citizen's P …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM MINUTES PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Brenda Enriquez Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary Steve Cruz Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer Ana Escobar Cesar Torres, Chief of Police Raquel Gonzalez Ezeiza Garcia, Assistant Finance Director Nicolas Camacho Xavier Cervantes, Planning Director Rafael Mendez Alex Hernandez, Asst Planning Director Grecia Ramirez Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations Miguel A. Rios, Executive Pete Lopez, Parks & Recreation Supervisor Aida Lerma, Mission Event Center Director Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director Michael Silva, Fire Chief Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev. Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director Yenni Espinoza, Speer Memorial Library Dir. Jose Cavazos, Police Officer J. Salinas, Police Officer REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AN …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026

Native Plants AD HOC Committee

Mission native plants committee to review guidelines and application form

The Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee of Mission, TX is holding a regular meeting to discuss the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants and the committee's Application Form. The agenda includes call to order, conflict of interest disclosures, and citizens participation, with no votes or decisions listed.

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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE CITY HALL’S COMMUNITY ROOM AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC Committee of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the following matters: REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CITIZENS PARTICIPATION TOPICS OF DISCUSSION 1 Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants 2 Discussion of Application Form ADJOURNMENT Signed this the 18th day of August, 2026 _______________________________ Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. _______________________ Anna Carrillo, City Secretary This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the City Secretary’s Office at 580-8668.
Mon Aug 24, 2026

Notice of Potential Quorum

City council may gather for Native Plants committee, no formal action

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Mission City Council, not a regular meeting. Council members may be present at the Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting, but no formal action will be taken and no minutes will be kept.

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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be present on Monday, August 24, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee Meeting. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed. There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice. C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August, 2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Mission City Council to launch city manager search process

The Mission City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the search and recruitment process for a new City Manager, including the timeline, job posting, and qualifications. The council will first meet in closed session to consult with attorneys and discuss personnel matters related to the appointment. This is the main substantive item on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council votes 3-2 to start City Manager search after audits

The City Council held a special meeting and, after closed session, voted 3-2 to approve initiating the search and recruitment process for a City Manager, contingent on completion of audits. Mayor Pro Tem Plata and Councilman Vela voted against. A resident had urged the Council to delay the decision until after the November election, but the motion to proceed passed.

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Closed session pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) and 551.074 (Personnel Matters) regarding the appointment, employment, duties, qualifications, recruitment, and selection of a City Manager, including the pro …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Shelly Smith, City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Norma Sanchez Cesar Torres, Police Chief Alma Santos Mike Silva, Fire Chief Emily D’Gyves Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev. Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director Miguel Rios, Program Mgmt & Performance Mgr. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST None CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS Ricardo Salinas, 2011 N. Conway addressed the City Council regarding Executive Session No. 1, concerning the appointment, employment, duties, qualifications, recruitment, and selection of a City Manager, Mr. Salinas stated that four members of the City Council are candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot and expressed his opinion that the decision regarding the selection of a City Manager should be …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Council Workshop

Mission City Council to discuss FY 2026-27 budget and multiple rezoning requests

The Mission City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and to prepare questions for the upcoming regular meeting. The agenda includes several public hearings on rezoning and conditional use permits, as well as consent agenda items and other administrative actions. No final votes are expected at this workshop.

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS WORKSHOP 1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia 2. Present questions to staff relating to the August 25, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo 2. Report from the Gre …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Council Budget Workshop

Thu Aug 13, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to consider Curative Medical Plan Design at special meeting

The Mission City Council is holding a special meeting on August 13, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. to consider and take action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design. The agenda includes only this single item, along with standard procedural items like call to order and citizen participation. The council may also enter executive session for legal or other permitted discussions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves employee health plan contribution increases

The Mission City Council approved changes to the Curative Medical Plan design, including increased monthly employee contributions for all plan tiers and new wellness surcharges. The motion passed unanimously 3-0.

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM AGENDA Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a special meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. at the Mission Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters. At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS AGENDA ITEMS 1. Consideration and action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design - Munguia ADJOURNMENT C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board of City Hal …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MISSION CITY HALL AUGUST 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING PRESENT: ABSENT: Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman Alberto Vela, Councilman Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney Anna Carrillo, City Secretary Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager ALSO PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Ruben Garza Nereyda Pena, Asst. HR Director Ruben Hernandez, Media Dept. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 7:01 a.m. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST None CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS None AGENDA ITEMS 1. Consideration and action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design – Munguia Ruben Garza, Vice President of Lone Star Insurance Services, presented and discussed the staff recommendation regarding the Curative Medical Plan design, including proposed changes to employee monthly contributions and wellness program requirements. The recommended monthly employee contributions for the EPO Base Plan (Base Plan/Retiree Plan) were as follows:  Employee Only: Increase from $20.00 to $40.00 per month.  Employee + Child(ren): Increase from $270.00 to $290.00 per month.  Employee + Spouse: Increase from $349.24 to $369.24 …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$3.1MECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · MOTOR POOL LABOR
$2.2MECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · MOTOR POOL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT
$2.2MECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · MOTOR POOL OPERATION AND SERVICE
$2.1MECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · MOTOR POOL LABOR
$2.1MECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · MOTOR POOL SERVICES AND OPERATION FOR CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT (CCAD)
$770,000B2Z ENGINEERING LLC
Department of Transportation · ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE AUGMENTATION OF MARAD L
$619,612B2Z ENGINEERING LLC
Department of Transportation · PROVIDE FUNDING FOR AWARD TO B2Z OF SOLICITATION 693JF723R000004 TO PE
$437,500B2Z ENGINEERING LLC
Department of Transportation · THE CONTRACTOR IS HEREBY TASKED TO PROVIDE N.S. SAVANNAH INDEPENDENT T
$233,700PETRAS AIR WORK INDUSTRIES, INC.
Department of Defense · SHAFT ASSEMBLY,TORQ
$194,045ECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Defense · 8510159436!FY24 WEST WAREHOUSING CLEANIN

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Hidalgo County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-842 people (-$49.5M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)9 ({"Hurricane": 15, "Flood": 5, "Severe Storm": 4, "Freezing": · last Wed May 21, 2025)
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments13,393 (227,682 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$992/mo (1,003 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy54.1% (low numeracy 67% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$121.6M
Annual budget
$34.5M
Debt outstanding
722
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$121.6M
Spending$104.9M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$34.5M
Debt-to-revenue0.28×
Debt-load index29 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.457
All kids
0.434
Black kids
0.412

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Where it’s happening

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