McAllen public meetings in 2021

General

The Tres Lagos TIRZ Board of Directors will review the status of projects within the Zone and consider a developer's reimbursement request. The board will also review minutes from the September 14, 2021 meeting.

• Reimbursement Request #34 for Tres Lagos Project in the amount of $1,146,900.09
• Developer briefing on project status within the Zone
• Approval of minutes from the September 14, 2021 meeting

General

The Tres Lagos PID Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the September 14, 2021 meeting. The Board will also receive a briefing from the Developer regarding the status of the Tres Lagos Project.

• Approval of September 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Developer briefing on the Tres Lagos Project status

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city matters. Topics include redistricting, the renaming of Palm View Community Center, and City Hall security improvements. The session also includes presentations on street light upgrades.

• Presentation and discussion regarding redistricting
• Renaming of the Palm View Community Center
• Discussion of City Hall Secured Entrance
• Presentation of Street Light Future Improvements
• Legal consultation regarding MedCare EMS Contract

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations on redistricting, City Hall secured entrance options, and street light improvements, and discussed timelines and costs. The Palm View Community Center renaming item was removed from the agenda. No public comments were made.

• Removed Palm View Community Center renaming item from agenda
• Discussed redistricting timeline and criteria; staff to bring item in 2022
• Reviewed two options for City Hall secured entrance with cost estimates
• Reviewed street light improvement plan with $1.2 million/year for 5 years

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several rezoning requests and the annexation of 7018 Mile 6 Road. The agenda includes discussions on the Anzalduas Northbound Expansion Project and terminal restroom renovations at McAllen International Airport. Additionally, the commission will review grant applications and contract awards for police vehicles and refuse trucks.

• Rezoning and annexation of 7018 Mile 6 Road
• Anzalduas Northbound Additional Lane Expansion Project change order
• Contract award for 15 new police vehicles
• Terminal restroom renovations at McAllen International Airport
• Grant applications for FEMA and TxDOT traffic safety programs

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests, including changes to R-3T townhouse districts at 209 & 217 North 28th Street and 5308 North Ware Road, and initial R-1 zoning at 7018 Mile 6 Road. The board also approved the annexation of 7.24 acres at 7018 Mile 6 Road, a conditional use permit for an amended planned unit development at 1820 North Taylor Road, and multiple contracts, including a $969,000 terminal restroom renovation at McAllen International Airport. A variance request to waive the subdivision process at 3701 Uvalde Avenue was denied.

• Approved R-3T zoning at 209 & 217 North 28th St (unanimous)
• Approved R-3T zoning at 5308 North Ware Rd and rear (unanimous)
• Approved initial R-1 zoning at 7018 Mile 6 Rd (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 7.24 acres at 7018 Mile 6 Rd (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for PUD at 1820 North Taylor Rd (unanimous)
• Awarded $969,000 contract to SAMES, Inc. for airport restroom renovations (unanimous)
• Denied variance to waive subdivision process at 3701 Uvalde Ave (5-1)
• Authorized negotiation for sale/lease of real property (5-0, Mayor abstained)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to review the 2018 Bond traffic signal improvements and various city project status reports. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss litigation, real property transactions, and contractual matters.

• Presentation of Traffic Signal Improvements - 2018 Bond
• Project Status Report through October 31, 2021
• Parks & Recreation project status updates
• Potential lease, sale, or purchase of real property: Tract 1 and Tract 2
• Litigation consultation regarding Plateros Produce and Spices, LLC

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on November 22, 2021, where staff presented on traffic signal improvements funded by the 2018 Bond. Council discussed the presentation and asked questions about traffic studies, data, and signal timings. Several agenda items were not addressed, and the meeting ended with an executive session and no public comments.

• Heard presentation on 2018 Bond traffic signal improvements, including cabinets, controllers, and fiber communications.
• Discussed traffic study, data collections, consultant schedule, signal timings, and fiber reliability.
• Items 3, 4, and 5 (subdivision report, project status, parks & recreation) were not addressed.
• Held executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087.
• Adjourned at 4:24 p.m. without objection.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and two property annexations. The meeting also includes the consideration of infrastructure change orders and various equipment contract awards.

• Rezoning of 7031 Mile 7 Road from commercial industrial to single-family residential
• Annexation of properties at 7100 Mile 6 Road and 8804 North Ware Road
• Change orders for the New Parks Facility, Metro Transfer Station, and Bicentennial Boulevard Extension
• Contract awards for SCBA equipment, an industrial paper shredder, and Type “D” Hot Mix
• Variance request for Tacos El Plebe, LLC at 1017 North Main Street

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine rezoning and conditional use permit items, including a bar and grill, a bar service, a guest house, a grade-school playground, a planned unit development, and an event center. The board also denied a requested rezoning at 1500 North Bentsen Road, approved initial zonings and annexations for properties on Mile 6 Road and North Ware Road, and approved a variance for a business at 1017 North Main Street. Numerous contracts and change orders were approved, including for a new parks facility, drainage improvements, and equipment purchases.

• Approved a rezoning to R-1 Single-Family Residential at 7031 Mile 7 Road.
• Approved a one-year conditional use permit for a bar and grill at 400 Nolana Avenue, Suite N-1 and N-2.
• Approved a one-year conditional use permit for a bar service at office at 813 North Main Street, Suite 213.
• Approved a conditional use permit for a guest house at 1712 Iris Avenue for the life of the use.
• Approved a conditional use permit for a grade-school playground at 2400 Daffodil Avenue for the life of the use.
• Approved a conditional use permit for a Planned Unit Development at 2401 Russell Road for the life of the use.
• Denied a rezoning from R-1 to R-2 at 1500 North Bentsen Road with a 4-3 vote.
• Approved a $80,132.00 change order for the New Parks Facility and Metro Transfer Station.

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss upcoming agenda items. The session includes presentations on grant proposals from the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and a review of proposal scoring for Quinta Mazatlan Palm House.

• Presentation of Grant Proposals by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce
• Review of Competitive Sealed Proposal Scoring for Quinta Mazatlan Palm House
• Discussion regarding contractual obligations with the Chamber of Commerce

The City Commission held a workshop and heard a presentation on grant proposals from the McAllen Chamber of Commerce. Council directed staff to bring the proposals back in document form for final approval at the next regular meeting. Staff also presented a review of the procurement process for the Quinta Mazatlan Palm House project, and Council directed staff to proceed with that review. No formal votes were taken; the meeting included an executive session and public comment.

• Directed staff to finalize Chamber grant proposals for Commission approval at next regular meeting
• Directed staff to proceed with review of procurement process for Quinta Mazatlan Palm House

City Commission

The City Commission will review multiple rezoning requests for residential and business districts, including properties on South Jackson Road and North McColl Road. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the annexation of 26.97 acres at 9600 North Bryan Road. Additionally, the commission will consider various conditional use permits for businesses such as a bar, an event center, and vape shops.

• Annexation of 26.97 acres at 9600 North Bryan Road
• Rezoning requests for South Jackson Road, Fresno Avenue, and North McColl Road
• Contract for Mobile Ground Power and Air Units at McAllen International Airport
• Video wall upgrades for the McAllen Police Department dispatch center
• Conditional use permits for a bar, event center, and vape shops

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved a series of rezoning requests and conditional use permits, including for a bar, event center, and multiple vape shops. The commission also approved several contracts, including for airport equipment, drainage improvements, and a video wall upgrade for the police department. A variance request for a subdivision process at 7004 North Bentsen Road was disapproved, and a request for a picture venue and event area was tabled.

• Approved rezoning to R-3A multifamily at 2200 South Jackson Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-3 general business at 2236 Fresno Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-3T townhouse at 3901 North McColl Road and 8220 North 10th Street (unanimous)
• Approved one-year conditional use permit for a bar at 500 East Nolana Avenue (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved one-year conditional use permits for vape shops at 1900 South 23rd Street, 4000 North 10th Street, and 2901 North 23rd Street (unanimous)
• Approved initial zoning to R-3A at 9600 North Bryan Rd and annexation of 26.97 acres (unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use permit for picture venue and event area at 6712 North Bentsen Road (5-1)
• Disapproved variance to subdivision process at 7004 North Bentsen Road (unanimous)

General

The McAllen Housing Finance Corporation will elect officers and approve minutes from September 27, 2019. The meeting includes a report on a $100,000 grant to Habitat for Humanity of the RGV and consideration of a $100,000 loan request.

• $100,000 loan request for Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc.
• $100,000 grant report for Habitat for Humanity of the RGV
• Election of officers

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop regarding the role of the EDC and the Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes discussions on the City's interaction with these entities and policies and rates for both Cities.

• Discussion on the role of the EDC
• Discussion on the role of the Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of policies and rates for both Cities

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission is holding a workshop to review several city matters. Agenda items include grant proposals from the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and a discussion regarding 33rd Street between Oxford and Trenton. The commission will also review reports on subdivisions, parks and recreation projects, and project statuses through September 30, 2021.

• Presentation of grant proposals by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of 33rd Street from Oxford to Trenton
• Project Status Report through September 30, 2021
• Parks & Recreation Projects status report
• Subdivision Monthly Report

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on the 33rd Street extension (Oxford to Auburn), subdivision status, and various capital projects. The meeting included an executive session but no public comments.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will consider several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The agenda includes contract awards for infrastructure projects, equipment purchases, and airport services. The commission will also address ordinances regarding special elections to fill a vacancy in District 4.

• Rezoning of 1101 Harvey Drive from residential to office district
• Contracts for Dove Avenue Widening and sidewalk/bus stop improvements
• Purchase of two TYMCO street sweepers and two motor graders
• Ordinances calling for special elections for a District 4 vacancy
• Budget amendments for the Sanitation Fund and Quinta Mazatlan project

The McAllen City Commission approved a one-year conditional use permit for a bar at 1200 Wisconsin Road (4-0, with Commissioner Haddad abstaining), denied a rezoning at 1101 Harvey Drive, approved two other rezonings, and approved a consent agenda including contracts for building systems, recycling bins, and budget amendments. They also approved a special election for January 22, 2022, to fill a District 4 vacancy, and authorized eminent domain for a drainage project.

• Approved one-year CUP for bar at 1200 Wisconsin Road (4-0, Haddad abstained)
• Denied C-1 rezoning at 1101 Harvey Drive (unanimous)
• Approved R-1 rezoning at 8700 North 29th Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: $796,098 Climatec contract, $285,915.90 recycling bins, $1.95M land purchase, $1.7M Quinta Mazatlan deficit
• Awarded $272,831.35 Dove Avenue widening contract to RBM Contractors
• Adopted ordinance calling special election Jan 22, 2022 for District 4 vacancy
• Approved variance at 11208 North Bentsen Road with annexation condition (unanimous)
• Authorized eminent domain for East Tamarack drainage project (6-0)

General

The McAllen Housing Finance Corporation will meet to elect officers and approve minutes. The meeting includes a report on a $100,000 grant to Habitat for Humanity of the RGV and consideration of a $100,000 loan request for Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc.

• $100,000 loan request for Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc.
• $100,000 grant report for Habitat for Humanity of the RGV
• Election of officers
• Approval of September 27, 2019 minutes

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several agenda items. Topics include the re-naming of Palm View Golf Course and funding for the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan.

• Re-Naming of Palm View Golf Course
• Update on Refresh 50/50
• Funding discussion for Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan
• Consultation regarding potential litigation and zoning ordinance enforcement

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on renaming Palm View Golf Course, the Refresh 50/50 grant program, and funding for the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan. The commission discussed these items and asked questions, but all were slated for action at the regular meeting. The meeting then went into executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Discussed possible new names for Palm View Golf Course (e.g., Champions Lakes, Escondido Lakes)
• Reviewed Refresh 50/50 grant program and proposed new zone
• Discussed funding options for Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan
• Entered executive session under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.087

City Commission

The City Commission and McAllen Public Utility Board will discuss the issuance of $18,000,000 in Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds. The meeting also includes public hearings on various rezoning requests and conditional use permits. Additionally, the commission will consider several airport-related contracts and park construction updates.

• Issuance of $18,000,000 in Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds
• Rezoning 2400 Oxford Avenue to multifamily residential (R-3A) district
• Contract for Runway 14-32 & Taxiway A Safety Improvements at McAllen International Airport
• Change Order No. 1 for the construction of Crockett Skate Park
• Ordinance reducing yard requirements for double-fronting lots

The commission approved the issuance of $18 million in waterworks and sewer system revenue bonds to be sold to the Texas Water Development Board, and awarded a $20,129,254.20 contract to NM Contracting for Runway 14-32 & Taxiway A safety improvements at McAllen International Airport. Several rezoning and conditional use permits were approved, including bars at 2000 Nolana Avenue and 2210 North 10th Street, and a parking facility at 901 Kennedy Avenue. Two rezoning requests were withdrawn, one was tabled, and a conditional use permit for a respite center remained tabled.

• Approved $18M water/sewer revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Awarded $20,129,254.20 airport runway contract to NM Contracting (5-0, Quintanilla abstained)
• Approved rezoning to C-3 at 3501 Buddy Owens Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year bar CUP at 2000 Nolana Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year bar CUP at 2210 N 10th St (unanimous)
• Approved life-of-use parking facility CUP at 901 Kennedy Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning to R-3A at 2400 Oxford Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $909,199.17 Change Order No. 1 for 2018 Bond Group C drainage (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is conducting a Development Forum to discuss the city's development process. The agenda includes an overview of the process and a review of Ordinance Review Committee outcomes.

• Staff overview of development process
• Ordinance Review Committee outcomes
• Round table discussion of development

The McAllen Board of Commissioners convened a workshop to discuss the city's development process, including subdivision, rezoning, and conditional use permits. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational with a roundtable discussion and Q&A. The meeting adjourned without objection.

City Commission

This meeting is a joint workshop between the McAllen Board of Commissioners and the McAllen ISD School Board. The provided agenda contains only a single item for a social gathering at Quinta Mazatlan. No other business or decisions are listed.

• Social Gathering for Quinta Dinner

The McAllen City Commission and McAllen ISD Board of Trustees met in a joint workshop for informal discussion and dinner. No action was taken on any items, and the meeting was adjourned without objection.

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss small business incentives and provide an update on the Palm Valley Animal Shelter. The meeting includes status reports for parks, recreation, and subdivision projects. The commission may also enter executive session regarding economic development and real property tracts.

• Discussion on Small Business Incentives
• Re-Naming of Palm View Golf Course
• Update on Palm Valley Animal Shelter
• Status Report on Parks & Recreation Projects
• Review of real property Tract 1, Tract 2 and Tract 3

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed the Palm Valley Animal Shelter contract and small business incentives. Council directed staff to draft a McAllen Small Business Start-up Fund for future discussion. Other items were informational updates or not addressed.

• Directed staff to draft McAllen Small Business Start-up Fund (unanimous direction)
• Discussed Palm Valley Animal Shelter contract; no action taken
• Heard updates on subdivisions, parks, and capital projects; no action taken

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the fiscal year 2021-2022 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.495600 per $100 valuation, a 4.64% increase. They also approved several zoning changes, conditional use permits, and contracts, including a fuel supply contract and a parking lot improvement project. Several items were tabled or withdrawn, including a proposed C-4 zoning change and a Catholic Charities respite center permit.

• Adopted the FY 2021-2022 annual budget unanimously.
• Adopted a property tax rate of $0.495600 per $100, a 4.64% increase, unanimously.
• Approved rezoning to C-3 at 2209 & 2217 North Jackson Road and to R-3A at 7901 North 10th Street.
• Approved conditional use permits for a school at 1521 Galveston Avenue, a bar at 2005 Nolana Avenue, and an auto repair shop at 2613 US Highway 83.
• Approved a fuel supply contract with Oil Patch Fuel and Supply Inc. for one year.
• Awarded a $346,345 contract to Longhorn Services, LLC for McAllen Youth Baseball Complex parking lot improvements.
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Kennedy Avenue improvements, with a credit of $19,107.68.
• Tabled items including a C-4 rezoning, a Catholic Charities respite center permit, and a drainage improvements change order.

General

The Board will receive a status briefing from a developer regarding projects within the Zone. Members will also discuss financing programs and additional projects in the area. The agenda includes potential action on a policy for Letter of Credit requirements related to the Tres Lagos Project.

• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Developer briefing on project status within the Zone
• Policy discussion regarding Letter of Credit amounts for the Tres Lagos Project
• Discussion on financing programs and additional projects in the Zone

General

The Tres Lagos PID Board of Directors is considering the 2021-2022 Service and Assessment Plan and Assessment Roll. These include assessments for debt service, residential maintenance, commercial maintenance, and technology. The Board will also receive a status update on the Tres Lagos Project from the Developer.

• Approval of April 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• Developer briefing on Tres Lagos Project status
• Policy discussion regarding Letter of Credit for debt service coverage
• Approval of the 2021-2022 Service and Assessment Plan
• Approval of the 2021-2022 Assessment Roll

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss Emergency Medical Services and provide an update on the Palm Valley Animal Shelter. The meeting includes discussions regarding renaming Palm View Golf Course and forming an advisory board for special needs persons. The McAllen Chamber of Commerce will also present on small business grant programs.

• Discussion of Emergency Medical Services
• Update on Palm Valley Animal Shelter
• Re-naming of Palm View Golf Course
• Forming an Advisory Board for special needs persons
• Presentation on Small Business Grant Programs

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop and discussed several agenda items. They directed staff to bring back formal parameters and bylaws for a proposed disability advisory board, and to invite Palm Valley Animal Society staff to a future workshop to discuss the animal shelter contract. Two agenda items—renaming of Alm View Golf Course and a Chamber of Commerce small business grant presentation—were not addressed. The meeting also included an executive session on legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Directed staff to bring back formal parameters and bylaws for a special needs advisory board
• Directed staff to invite Palm Valley Animal Society staff to next workshop for Q&A on animal shelter contract
• Noted EMS update from Fire Chief James Shultz; item on regular agenda for consideration
• Item on renaming Alm View Golf Course not addressed
• Item on Chamber of Commerce small business grant programs not addressed
• Held executive session on legal cases, real property, and potential eminent domain

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda also includes reviews of infrastructure change orders and several contract awards.

• Public hearing on the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget
• Conditional Use Permit for a gasoline service station at 1520 S. Ware Road
• Contract award for the 2021 Pavement Preservation Project
• Purchase of 80 new electric golf carts for Palm View Golf Course
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Palm Valley Animal Society for a regional animal shelter

The McAllen City Commission approved a conditional use permit for a gasoline service station at 1520 S. Ware Road, a conditional use permit for a planned unit development at 8300 North Ware Road (with Commissioner Aguirre abstaining), and authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire a 0.39-acre tract for the Northeast Blueline drainage project. The commission also approved several contracts, including investment advisory services, electric golf carts, and worker's compensation claims management, and nominated Albert Cardenas to the Hidalgo County Appraisal District Board.

• Approved CUP for gasoline station at 1520 S. Ware Road (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for PUD at 8300 North Ware Road (5-0, Aguirre abstained)
• Authorized eminent domain for 0.39-acre tract for Northeast Blueline drainage (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Patterson & Associates for investment advisory services (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Yamaha for 80 electric golf carts ($227,318.50, unanimous)
• Awarded contract to TriStar for worker's comp claims management (unanimous)
• Approved resolution nominating Albert Cardenas to HCAD board (5-1, Ramirez against)
• Approved sign variance for off-premise signage at 7801 S. 23rd St. (unanimous)

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the wrap-up of the FY 2021-2022 City Budget. The agenda also includes an executive session for economic development matters and legal consultation regarding border immigration issues.

• FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget Wrap-Up discussion
• Economic development matters
• Legal consultation regarding border immigration matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, hearing presentations on multiple funds and fielding questions from council. No formal decisions or votes were made; staff noted that recommendations and changes would be discussed at the September 27th Regular City Commission meeting for adoption. The meeting also included executive sessions on economic development and legal matters, with no action taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Executive session on economic development: no action
• Executive session on legal matters (immigration): no action

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss bus stop beautification and parks and recreation projects. The agenda includes status reports on subdivisions and various city projects through July 31, 2021. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss economic development and legal matters.

• Discussion of Bus Stop Beautification
• Status Report on Parks & Recreation Projects
• Project Status Report through July 31, 2021
• Subdivision Monthly Report
• Executive session regarding MedCare EMS and Palm Valley Animal Shelter contracts

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes. They directed staff to proceed with a bus stop beautification project on Fallas Paredes property, requiring the property owner to dedicate land and contribute via the Refresh 50/50 program, with Metro agreeing to move the bus stop. Staff also gave status updates on parks, construction projects, and subdivisions, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Directed staff to have property owner dedicate land and contribute via Refresh 50/50 for bus stop beautification
• Directed staff to have Metro agree to move the bus stop for beautification project

City Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and the annexation of properties on North Shary Road. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the proposed 2021 tax rate. Additionally, the commission will consider updates to the mobile food vendor ordinance.

• Public hearings for property rezonings and annexations on North Shary Road
• Discussion of the proposed 2021 tax rate
• Contract award for automobile and truck towing services
• Updates to the mobile food vendor ordinance
• Budget amendment for mid-year revenue and expense adjustments

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved several zoning changes, including a controversial multifamily rezoning at 1500 North Bentsen Road (denied) and a series of R-3A apartment rezonings on Uvalde Avenue and South 10th Street (approved 4-2 with one abstention). The commission also approved conditional use permits for a church, gas station, event center, and automotive repair shop, and tabled annexation and initial zoning items for North Shary Road. A variance for right-of-way dedication at 4701 North McColl Road was approved.

• Denied R-3A multifamily rezoning at 1500 N. Bentsen Rd (3-2)
• Approved R-3A rezonings at 2105 S. 10th St, 709/725/801/807 Uvalde Ave, and 2101 S. 10th St (4-2, 1 abstention)
• Approved CUP for church at 504 & 508 Harvey Dr (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for gas station at 2408 & 2416 S. McColl Rd (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for event center at 3501 State Hwy 107 (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for automotive repair at 7500 N. 23rd St (unanimous)
• Approved variance to ROW dedication at 4701 N. McColl Rd (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled annexation and initial zoning for 9000 & 9400 N. Shary Rd (unanimous)

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a retreat to discuss long-term commission projects. The agenda also includes executive sessions regarding economic development and border immigration legal issues.

• Discussion of Commission Long Term Projects
• Executive session on economic development matters
• Consultation with City Attorney regarding border immigration legal issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners convened in a retreat to discuss long-term projects, including future growth, city improvements, ARPA funds, and various initiatives. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only, and it adjourned without objection.

• No formal decisions made during retreat discussion
• Executive session held with no action taken

General

The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget. The Board will also enter an executive session to discuss economic development and legal issues related to border immigration matters.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget
• Executive session regarding economic development matters
• Consultation with City Attorney on border immigration legal issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 city budget, including revenues, appropriations, and ending balances. Council members asked questions and shared comments on various items, but no formal votes or decisions were made. Staff noted that recommendations and changes would be addressed at the August 25th budget wrap-up. The meeting also included an executive session with no action taken.

• No formal decisions made; budget discussion only
• Executive session held with no action

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget. The meeting also includes discussion regarding Texas-Mexico border immigration issues.

• FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget discussion
• Texas-Mexico Border Immigration issues discussion
• Executive session on economic development matters
• Legal consultation regarding border immigration issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including general fund agencies, capital improvement projects, and traffic/drainage bond projects. No formal decisions were made; staff noted that recommendations and changes would be discussed at the August 25th budget wrap-up. The meeting also included an executive session on economic development and legal matters, with no action taken.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2021-2022 budget for general fund agencies and capital improvement projects
• Discussed CDBG Committee recommendations for agency funding
• No formal votes or approvals taken during workshop
• Executive session held on economic development and legal matters, no action taken

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget. The meeting also includes discussion and possible action regarding Texas-Mexico border immigration issues.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget
• Possible action on Texas-Mexico Border Immigration issues
• Executive session regarding economic development matters
• Legal consultation regarding border immigration issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review the FY 2021-2022 budget, with department heads presenting their budgets and decision packages. No formal budget decisions were made during the workshop. In executive session, the commission authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate economic development incentives, with one commissioner abstaining due to a conflict.

• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate incentives (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Moved to recess into executive session (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget. The agenda also includes executive sessions regarding real property, economic development, and legal matters.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget
• Possible lease, sale, or purchase of real property (Tract 1)
• Consultation regarding winter storm securitization application intervention
• Economic development matters discussion
• Consultation regarding legal issues related to border immigration

The City Commission held a workshop to review the FY 2021-2022 budget, with department heads presenting recaps for Engineering, Traffic, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Fire. Discussions covered specific line items and decision packages, and staff noted that council suggestions would be incorporated into the budget wrap-up. No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop; the meeting was procedural and included an executive session.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop
• Budget review discussions held for Engineering, Traffic, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Fire departments
• Council suggestions noted for inclusion in budget wrap-up
• Executive session held for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters

City Commission

The commission will review multiple rezoning requests and a conditional use permit for development. The agenda also includes increasing authorized positions in the McAllen Police Department and extending the local disaster declaration. Additionally, the meeting covers contracts for chamber lighting upgrades and park equipment.

• Increasing authorized positions in the McAllen Police Department
• Rezoning 4117 Highway 83 from agricultural to general business district
• Contract award to Nelco Media for Commission Chamber lighting upgrades
• Extending the local disaster declaration regarding COVID-19 and immigration surge
• Purchase of a new play system for Bill Schupp Park

The McAllen City Commission approved several routine rezonings, including C-3 zoning at 4117 Highway 83 and R-3T zoning at 701 South Taylor Road, along with a contract for a play system at Bill Schupp Park and a change order for the Westway Heights Drainage Improvements Project. They also adopted ordinances for budget amendments, increased police department positions, and extended the local disaster declaration. A variance request for the BEJ Subdivision was tabled, while another for the 4700 Ware Subdivision was granted.

• Approved C-3 zoning at 4117 Highway 83 (rear) (unanimous)
• Approved R-3T zoning at 701 South Taylor Road (rear) (5-0, Ramirez abstained)
• Approved R-1 zoning at 2433 State Highway 107 (unanimous)
• Awarded $57,050 contract to Park Place for play system at Bill Schupp Park (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 ($49,866.76) for Westway Heights Drainage Improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to reclassify Youth Services Librarian position ($10,308 budget amendment) (unanimous)
• Awarded $122,265.12 contract to Nelco Media for Commission Chamber Lighting Upgrade (unanimous)
• Tabled variance request for BEJ Subdivision at 4701 North McColl Road (5-0, Quintanilla abstained)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget. The meeting may also include an executive session regarding real property, personnel matters, and economic development.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget
• Executive session regarding real property, personnel, and economic development

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, focusing on proposed stimulus-funded projects. Staff presented a list of projects, which were individually reviewed, and a lengthy discussion ensued with questions from council. No formal decisions were made; the remaining projects will be discussed at the August 10 budget workshop.

• Reviewed proposed stimulus projects list (no vote)
• Discussed FY 2021-2022 budget goals and recommendations (no vote)
• Scheduled remaining stimulus project discussion for August 10 budget workshop

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will consider emergency developments related to the immigration surge. This includes addressing recent litigation and court rulings affecting the surge. The Commission may also enter executive session for legal consultation.

• Consideration of immigration surge developments and recent court rulings
• Executive session regarding legal consultation, real property, personnel, and economic development

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 city budget. The agenda also includes an executive session for consultation with the City Attorney regarding immigration issues.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 City of McAllen Budget
• Executive session regarding immigration issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, including general fund and capital improvement plans, and heard staff presentations on departmental recommendations. During executive session, a motion to prohibit tents anywhere in the city failed for lack of a second. The commission then approved a motion to ratify the temporary placement of tents on city-owned land to house homeless immigrants released by CBP, contingent on no NGO capacity, with increased police patrols and continued efforts to relocate the facility outside McAllen. The motion passed 5-1, with Commissioner Zamora voting against.

• Ratified temporary tent placement on city land for homeless immigrants (5-1)
• Motion to prohibit tents anywhere in the city failed for lack of second
• Discussed FY 2021-2022 budget, no formal vote taken

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss various city reports and projects. The agenda includes updates on parks, recreation, and subdivision progress. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss redistricting and construction legal issues.

• Renaming of Palm View Golf Course and New Entrance
• Discussion of the Bicycle Pedestrian Counter Data Program
• Status Report on Parks & Recreation Projects
• Project Status Report through June 30, 2021
• Consultation with City Attorney regarding redistricting and construction legal issues

The City Commission held a workshop with no questions on the regular agenda. They directed staff to select five potential new names for Palm View Golf Course and to review two entrance options (2 and 4) for cost estimates. They also discussed a bicycle and pedestrian counter program with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council, but took no formal action. Several reports were presented for information only, and the meeting included an executive session.

• Directed staff to select five names for Palm View Golf Course and present at a future workshop
• Directed staff to review entrance options 2 and 4 and bring back cost estimates
• Discussed bicycle/pedestrian counter interlocal agreement (no action taken)

City Commission

The commission will review several municipal contracts, including drainage improvements and lighting systems. The agenda also includes various subdivision variance requests and a lease agreement for a restaurant in the downtown parking garage.

• Budget amendment for 80 new golf carts at Palm View Golf Course
• Lease agreement for Rodriguez Mexican Restaurant at Downtown Parking Garage Food Court
• Contracts for drainage improvements on Gardenia Avenue and Camellia Avenue
• Contract for a Convention Center lighting system
• Variance requests for Villa Torre at North Bentsen Estates and Stonebriar at Trinity Oaks

The McAllen Board of Commissioners elected Commissioner Joaquin Zamora as Mayor Pro Tem (5-1) and agreed to hold annual elections for the position. The board approved the consent agenda, including a budget amendment for 80 new golf carts for Palm View Golf Course, a variance for a cul-de-sac at Villa Torre, and several contracts and change orders. A variance request at 11504 North Taylor Road was tabled, and an item regarding a food truck ordinance remained tabled.

• Elected Joaquin Zamora as Mayor Pro Tem (5-1)
• Approved $115,261.02 change order for hot mix asphaltic concrete
• Approved $158,087.72 change order for single machine repaving
• Adopted budget amendment for 80 new golf carts for Palm View Golf Course
• Approved variance for cul-de-sac at Villa Torre, 7500 N Bentsen Rd (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Awarded $197,399.59 contract to RBM Contractors for Camellia Ave drainage
• Awarded $92,300 contract to Dealers Electrical Supply for Convention Center lighting
• Tabled variance request at 11504 North Taylor Road

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several municipal items. Topics include reimbursement agreements and an interlocal agreement with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council regarding a bicycle and pedestrian counter program. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss real property, economic development, and law enforcement collective bargaining.

• Reimbursement Agreements discussion
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Counter Program and Interlocal Agreement with Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council
• Potential lease, sale, or purchase of real property (Tract 1 and Tract 2)
• Legal aspects of a Collective Bargaining Agreement with McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association
• Convention Center Holiday Programming legal issues

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on July 12, 2021, with no questions on the regular meeting agenda. Staff discussed reimbursement certificates for public improvement projects, allowing the city to assess developers for their pro-rata share of costs. The bicycle and pedestrian counter program item was not discussed. The meeting included an executive session and adjourned without objection.

• Discussed reimbursement agreements for public improvements (no vote)
• No questions raised on the July 12 regular meeting agenda
• Bicycle and pedestrian counter program item not discussed
• Executive session held for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the annexation and rezoning of 21.288 acres at 10300 North Shary Road. The agenda also includes discussions on a potential collective bargaining agreement for law enforcement and new food court leases downtown.

• Annexation of 21.288 acres at 10300 North Shary Road
• Rezone 4.112 acres at 4200 North Ware Road to multifamily residential
• Possible approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association
• Budget amendment for the purchase of Crockett Elementary School property
• Lease agreements for food court vendors at the Downtown Parking Garage

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved several routine items including a rezoning to R-3A at 4200 North Ware Road, conditional use permits for a barber school, a bar, and a smoke shop, and an initial zoning to R-1 at 10300 North Shary Road. They also approved a lease agreement for Rodriguez Snack Bar and Kairo's Coffee at the Downtown Parking Garage Food Court, a contract amendment for the Anzalduas International project, and a collective bargaining agreement with the McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association. The commission tabled an ordinance ratifying a food truck amendment and approved a budget amendment for the purchase of Crockett Elementary School property, with Commissioner Quintanilla voting against.

• Approved rezoning to R-3A at 4200 North Ware Road
• Approved conditional use permit for barber school at 5000 North 23rd Street, Suite E
• Approved conditional use permit for bar at 400 Nolana Avenue, Suite G
• Approved conditional use permit for smoke shop at 3200 North McColl, Suite 110
• Approved initial zoning to R-1 at 10300 North Shary Road
• Approved lease agreements for Rodriguez Snack Bar and Kairo's Coffee at Downtown Parking Garage Food Court
• Approved contract amendment for Anzalduas International project
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a collective bargaining session. The meeting is between the City of McAllen and the McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association.

• Collective bargaining session with McAllen Professional Law Enforcement Association

General

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #2A Board of Directors will meet to review the zone's purpose and financial report. The board will also consider action on adopting policies for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), and Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE).

• Adoption of HUB, MBE, and WBE policies
• Financial report review
• Recap of the purpose of the zone

City Commission

The McALLEN Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss roadway assessments and animal control responses. The agenda includes status reports on parks, recreation projects, and subdivisions. Additionally, the commission will meet in executive session regarding legal matters and collective bargaining for police and fire departments.

• Animal Control response to opossums
• City of McAllen Roadway Assessment
• Status Report on Parks & Recreation Projects
• Collective Bargaining with the Fire Department
• Potential lease, sale, or purchase of real property (Tract 1, Tract 2, and Tract 3)

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on June 28, 2021, discussing animal control responses to opossums, a roadway assessment, and carports. After discussion, the Commission recommended a 60-day moratorium on opossum impoundments and instructed staff to notify the community. The roadway assessment covered 507 centerline miles, and carport enforcement was discussed. Several agenda items were not addressed, and the meeting ended with an executive session.

• Recommended a 60-day moratorium on opossum impoundments and directed staff to notify the community
• Discussed roadway assessment findings for 507 centerline miles, with no formal action taken
• Discussed carport enforcement and compliance, with no formal action taken
• Did not address subdivision monthly report, project status report, or parks and recreation status report
• Held executive session on legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters

City Commission

The commission will review a collective bargaining agreement for the McAllen Fire Department and several rezoning requests. The agenda also includes budget amendments for mechanical work and parks projects.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement with the McAllen Fire Department
• Rezoning and annexation of properties in John H. Shary Subdivision
• Change Order No. 1 for City Hall Chiller and Boiler Replacements Project
• Budget amendments for mechanical work and Parks Administration Facility Project
• Contract award for the McAllen Comprehensive Plan Update

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved multiple zoning changes, including initial R-3A and C-3 zonings on Mile 5 Road, and annexations of properties on Mile 5 Road and North Taylor Road. They also approved a collective bargaining agreement with the McAllen Fire Department, a budget amendment for mechanical work, and a contract for a new parks facility and metro transfer station. A variance request for an alcoholic beverage code at 3224 Buddy Owens Boulevard was denied, and a contract for the Comprehensive Plan Update was tabled.

• Approved initial zoning to R-3A (multifamily) at 5899 Mile 5 Road.
• Approved initial zoning to C-3 (general business) at 5961 Mile 5 Road.
• Approved rezone to R-1 (single-family) at 4128 North Taylor Road.
• Approved initial zoning to R-1 at 7017 North Taylor Road.
• Approved annexation of 8.26 acres at 5951 Mile 5 Road.
• Approved annexation of 2.2 acres at 7017 North Taylor Road.
• Denied a variance from the alcoholic beverage code at 3224 Buddy Owens Boulevard.
• Approved a collective bargaining agreement with the McAllen Fire Department.

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss board and committee appointments and various projects. The meeting also includes an executive session for matters regarding real property, personnel, and economic development.

• Discussion of Board and Committee Appointments
• Discussion of Projects
• Executive Session regarding real property, personnel, and economic development

The commission held a workshop and reached general consensus on appointments to various boards and committees to be considered at the June 28 regular meeting. They also discussed the America Rescue Plan Act of 2021, reviewing eligible uses of funds. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after an executive session.

• Agreed by consensus to consider appointments to Audit & Investment Committee, Joint City/School Committee, Stadium Improvements Committee, and other boards at the June 28 meeting
• Discussed America Rescue Plan Act funds, including eligible uses for public health response, economic impacts, premium pay, revenue replacement, and infrastructure
• Held executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087
• Adjourned at 1:13 p.m. without objection

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to present questions to staff regarding the June 14, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda. The meeting also includes executive sessions for consultation with the City Attorney on collective bargaining and economic development matters.

• Staff questions regarding the June 14, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda
• Executive session regarding legal issues related to Collective Bargaining
• Executive session regarding Economic Development Matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on June 14, 2021, and took action on one item. They voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance related to collective bargaining, as recommended by staff. Mayor Pro Tem Veronica Whitacre abstained from the vote due to a conflict of interest. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included an executive session with no action taken on economic development matters.

• Adopted the collective bargaining ordinance as recommended (6-0, Whitacre abstained).
• Recessed into executive session for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development discussions.
• Took no action on economic development matters in executive session.

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will conduct an official canvass of the June 5, 2021, General and Special Run-Off Election returns. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected officials.

• Official canvass of election returns for the June 5, 2021, General and Special Run-Off Election
• Swearing in ceremony of newly elected officials

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted an ordinance certifying the official canvass of the June 5, 2021, general/special runoff election. Javier Villalobos was certified as Mayor, Tony Aguirre Jr. for District One, Omar Quintanilla for District Three, and Pepe Cabeza de Vaca for District Six. The meeting adjourned at 5:10 pm.

• Certified Javier Villalobos as Mayor with 4,746 votes.
• Certified Tony Aguirre Jr. as Commissioner for District One with 1,626 votes.
• Certified Omar Quintanilla as Commissioner for District Three with 655 votes.
• Certified Pepe Cabeza de Vaca as Commissioner for District Six with 1,013 votes.
• Adopted the ordinance certifying the election results unanimously.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan, which includes CDBG, HOME, and ESG budgets. Public hearings are scheduled for rezoning 1105 Vine Avenue and several conditional use permit requests. The agenda also includes contract awards for city maintenance and infrastructure projects.

• Rezoning 1105 Vine Avenue from multifamily residential to office district
• Conditional Use Permit for a wireless service facility at 189 N. 23rd Street
• Approval of the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan including CDBG, HOME, and ESG budgets
• Ordinance update for mobile food vendor application and permitting processes
• Contract awards for concrete, refuse dumpsters, and software upgrades

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved three one-year conditional use permits for bars and a nightclub, and a life-of-use permit for a cell tower. They also rezoned a property at 1105 Vine Avenue from multifamily to office use, with one commissioner abstaining. Several contracts were awarded, including for concrete work and brush grinding, while a contract for a new parks facility and metro transfer station was tabled.

• Approved a one-year conditional use permit for a bar at 400 Nolana Avenue, Suite A-3.
• Approved a one-year conditional use permit for a bar at 400 Nolana Avenue, Suite H-1.
• Approved a one-year conditional use permit for a night club at 2021 Orchid Avenue.
• Approved a life-of-use conditional use permit for a single family dwelling at 801 Jackson Avenue.
• Approved a rezoning from R-3A to C-1 at 1105 Vine Avenue, with Commissioner Aguirre abstaining.
• Approved a life-of-use conditional use permit for a personal wireless service facility at 189 N 23rd Street.
• Awarded a contract to Turnkey Communications for $52,823.75 for the Matrix Access Control System upgrade.
• Tabled the award of contract for the McAllen New Parks Facility and Metro Transfer Station.

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to receive progress reports on several municipal projects. Discussion topics include City Wi-Fi, the McAllen Street Light Project, and Parks & Recreation projects. The commission will also meet in executive session regarding legal matters and economic development.

• Update on City Wi-Fi
• McAllen Street Light Project update
• Project Status Report through April 30, 2021
• Subdivision Monthly Report
• Status report on Parks & Recreation projects

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on May 24, 2021, receiving updates on city Wi-Fi, street lights, construction projects, subdivisions, and parks. No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop; it was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

• No formal actions taken; workshop only

City Commission

The commission will review rezoning requests and the annexation of 18.663 acres at 8300 North Ware Road. The agenda also includes contract awards for office renovations, tennis court lighting, and road extensions. Additionally, the body will consider various grant applications and employee dental plan recommendations.

• Rezoning and annexation of 18.663 acres at 8300 North Ware Road
• Contract awards for Public Works office renovations and tennis court lighting
• Revision to Change Order No. 9 for the 29th Street Extension
• Conditional use permits for bars at 3424 North 10th Street and 5025 Expressway 83
• Grant applications for Economic Development, SBA, and FCC E-Rate programs

The McAllen City Commission approved a routine items package including a rezoning, three conditional use permits for bars, and an annexation, along with several contracts and resolutions. They also tabled three variance requests and authorized legal defense in two lawsuits.

• Approved R-4 zoning at 901 E. Fir Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year CUP for bar at 3424 N. 10th St (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year CUP for bar/social club at 5025 Expressway 83, Ste 100 (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year CUP for bar at 2200 Nolana Ave, Ste 2204 (unanimous)
• Approved R-1 zoning at 8300 N. Ware Rd (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 18.663 acres at 8300 N. Ware Rd (unanimous)
• Tabled variance requests at 10700 N. Bryan Rd, 12498 N. Bentsen Rd, and 3420 Mile 6 1/2 Rd (unanimous)
• Authorized City Attorney to defend litigation in two cases (unanimous)

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss stimulus funding. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding real property, personnel matters, and economic development.

• Discussion of Stimulus Funding
• Executive session regarding real property, personnel matters, and economic development

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss stimulus funding, with the city manager outlining a range of proposed projects and categories, including streets, parks, and small business grants. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only. The board also entered executive session but reported no items were discussed.

• Discussed stimulus funding allocation for projects including Natatorium, Streets, Green Space, and Small Business Grants
• Discussed proposed city projects such as North Side Camp Grounds ($1M), Fire Station #8 ($2M), and Golf Course expansion ($3.5M)
• Held executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087; no items discussed
• Adjourned meeting at 9:39 a.m. without objection

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will officially canvass the results from the General and Special Election held on May 1, 2021. The commission will also consider an ordinance to schedule a runoff election for June 5, 2021.

• Official canvass of May 1, 2021, General and Special Election returns
• Ordinance calling for a runoff election on June 5, 2021

The McAllen Board of Commissioners unanimously certified the official returns from the May 1, 2021 General, Special, and Charter Amendment elections. Since no mayoral candidate and no candidates in Districts 1 and 3 received a majority, a runoff election was called for June 5, 2021. The board also adopted an ordinance officially calling the runoff.

• Certified General Election results (unanimous)
• Certified Special Election results (unanimous)
• Certified Charter Amendment results (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance calling June 5, 2021 runoff election (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop on May 10, 2021. The agenda includes discussing the nighttime closure of an alley between Austin Avenue and Beaumont Avenue at the Respite Center. The board will also review fiscal year 2019-2020 financial highlights and a drainage utility fee update.

• Alley closure between Austin Avenue and Beaumont Avenue (7 PM–7 AM)
• FY 2019-2020 Financial Highlights
• Drainage Utility Fee Annual Update
• Community Tool Shed Request discussion
• Carports discussion

The McAllen City Commission held a workshop with no formal votes. They directed staff to proceed with a community tool shed program, discussed closing an alley near the Respite Center for safety, and received updates on finances, drainage fees, and carport regulations. No formal decisions were made on the other items.

• Directed staff to proceed with community tool shed program
• Discussed closing alley between Austin and Beaumont Avenues at Respite Center (no vote)
• Received FY 2019-2020 financial highlights (information only)
• Received drainage utility fee annual update (information only)
• Discussed carport parking requirements and remedies (no action)

City Commission

The City Commission will review a rezoning request for multifamily residential at 4601 North McColl Road and a conditional use permit for a church. The agenda also includes negotiating a contract for micro transit services and allocating funds for an inclusive playground. Additionally, the commission will consider amendments to the city's subdivision and fee ordinances.

• Rezoning 4.34 acres at 4601 North McColl Road to multifamily residential apartment district
• Negotiating a contract for Micro Transit Services
• Using Parkland Zone 1 Fund for an Inclusive Playground
• Amending the Planning Department fee schedule for variance applications
• Conditional Use Permit for a church at 2029 Date Palm Avenue

The McAllen City Commission approved several routine items, including a conditional use permit for a church, a rezoning, and a contract negotiation for micro transit services. They also approved using $150,000 from the Parkland Zone 1 fund for an inclusive playground. Two rezoning requests were withdrawn, and a variance request was denied.

• Approved conditional use permit for church at 2029 Date Palm Ave (unanimous)
• Approved R-3A multifamily rezoning at 4601 N McColl Rd (unanimous)
• Approved negotiation of 12-month micro transit contract with RideCo, not to exceed $188,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 from Parkland Zone 1 fund for inclusive playground (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with McAllen ISD for MISD Ag Farm Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds over $500 (6-0, Haddad abstained)
• Denied variance request for subdivision improvements at 2500 S McColl Rd (unanimous)
• Withdrew two rezoning requests at 4016 and 4128 N Taylor Rd

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city reports and proposals. Topics include a classification and compensation study report, micro transit, and drainage utility fee updates. The board will also discuss closing the alley between Austin Avenue and Beaumont Avenue overnight.

• Classification and Compensation Study Report
• Micro Transit discussion
• Proposed night-time closure of alley between Austin Avenue and Beaumont Avenue at Respite Center
• Drainage Utility Fee Annual Update
• FY 2019-2020 Financial Highlights

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on April 26, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented information on a dais renovation project at City Hall, including cost estimates and two design alternatives. All other agenda items were not addressed, and the meeting adjourned after an executive session and public comment.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Dais renovation presented with cost estimate and alternatives A and B

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning for North La Lomita Road and a permit for a vape shop. The meeting also covers budget amendments for the Airport Fund and fire department equipment. Several variance requests for local subdivisions are also on the agenda.

• Rezoning 21.18 acres at 11200 North La Lomita Road to multifamily residential
• Conditional Use Permit for a vape and smoke shop at 2401 West Pecan Blvd.
• Contract award for 14 sets of bunker gear for McAllen Fire Academy cadets
• Budget amendments for the Airport Fund and Fire Department PPE
• Ordinance amendments for parking lot lighting and front yard setbacks

The McAllen City Commission approved multiple routine items, including two rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for a vape shop, and several budget amendments. They also approved contracts for firefighter gear, adopted ordinances on front yard setbacks and parking lot lighting, and authorized various variances and resolutions. All votes were unanimous except for a variance at 1501 Military Highway (6-1) and an alcohol variance (6-1).

• Approved R-3A multifamily zoning at 11200 N. La Lomita Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved R-1 single-family zoning at 11300 N. La Lomita Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved one-year conditional use permit for vape/smoke shop at 2401 W. Pecan Blvd. Suite C (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol variance at 800 N. Main St. Suite 420 (6-1, Zamora opposed)
• Approved $55,784.40 contract to Casco Industries for bunker gear and $3,150 to Metro Fire for helmets (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending front yard setbacks for commercial properties (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending parking lot lighting requirements (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 1501 Military Hwy. (6-1, Ramirez opposed)

General

The Tres Lagos TIRZ Board of Directors will discuss financing programs and additional projects within the Zone. The meeting includes consideration of four developer reimbursement requests for the Tres Lagos Project.

• Reimbursement Request #32 ($1,556,404.47)
• Reimbursement Request #33 ($275,735.72)
• Reimbursement Request #30 ($87,820.93)
• Reimbursement Request #31 ($63,352.93)
• Developer update on status of projects within the Zone

General

The Tres Lagos PID Board of Directors will meet to discuss the 2021-2022 Service and Assessment Plan. The agenda also includes a developer briefing on project status and the approval of minutes from the December 22, 2020 meeting.

• Approval of December 22, 2020 meeting minutes
• Developer briefing on Project status
• Discussion on 2021-2022 Service and Assessment Plan

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss airing commission meetings live on all platforms and social media. The agenda also includes staff questions regarding the April 12, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda and an update on the City Commission dais.

• Discussion of live-streaming commission meetings on social media and all platforms
• Questions for staff regarding the April 12, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda
• City Commission Dais Update
• Executive session discussion regarding real estate property lease, sale, or purchase

The City Commission held a workshop with no formal votes. They directed staff to proceed with broadcasting commission meetings live on YouTube, following a presentation on social media options. They also discussed a dais renovation and held an executive session on legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters.

• Directed staff to proceed with YouTube for live meetings
• Discussed dais renovation options (Alternate A and B)
• Held executive session on real estate, legal, personnel, and economic development

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning North Jackson Road for multifamily residential use and the annexation of land on North 29th Street. The agenda also includes contract awards for the Anzalduas International Bridge expansion and various equipment purchases.

• Rezone 20.983 acres at 3601-3401 North Jackson Road to multifamily residential
• Annexation of 10.04 acres at 13800 North 29th Street
• Contract for Anzalduas International Bridge Northbound Lane Expansion Project
• Purchase of a Bus Terminal Chiller
• Purchase of a Gradall Excavator XL4100

The McAllen City Commission approved a rezoning for 20.983 acres on North Jackson Road, initial zoning and annexation for 10.04 acres on North 29th Street, and several contracts including a bus terminal chiller, a tractor, and an excavator. They also approved consent agenda items, tax refunds, and advisory board appointments. A variance request for the North Via Cantera subdivision was withdrawn.

• Approved R-3A multifamily rezoning at 3601, 3517, 3501, 3401 N Jackson Rd (unanimous)
• Approved initial R-1 zoning at 13800 N 29th St (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 10.04 acres at 13800 N 29th St (unanimous)
• Awarded $87,409.16 contract to Johnson Controls for bus terminal chiller (consent)
• Awarded $159,104 contract to J Pena Construction for Anzalduas Bridge lane expansion (unanimous)
• Awarded $73,589.02 contract to Deere & Co for side tractor with flail mower (unanimous)
• Awarded $495,289.12 contract to Gradall Industries for excavator (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds totaling over $18,000 (consent)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners scheduled a special meeting for March 30, 2021. The agenda is limited to an executive session regarding economic development matters.

• Consideration of economic development matters in executive session

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting that was largely procedural. They recessed into executive session to consult with the city attorney and discuss real property, personnel, and economic development matters. After reconvening, they unanimously authorized the city attorney and city manager, together with bond counsel, to negotiate as discussed in executive session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized City Attorney and City Manager with bond counsel to negotiate economic development matters (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review items from the upcoming regular meeting agenda. The session includes updates on the Schneider Project, Buxton Software, and various project status reports.

• Presentation on Buxton Software Updates
• Refresh 50/50 Update
• Schneider Project Update
• Parks & Recreation Project Status Report
• Subdivision Monthly Report

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on March 22, 2021, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. They received presentations on Buxton Software updates, the Refresh 50/50 program, and the Schneider Project, and asked questions about agenda items 2A, 2B, and 3G. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned without objection.

• No formal decisions were made during the workshop.
• Discussed agenda items 2A, 2B, and 3G for the regular meeting.
• Received a presentation on Buxton Software updates.
• Received a presentation on the Refresh 50/50 program.
• Received an update on the Schneider Project.
• Items 5, 6, and 7 (project status reports) were not discussed.
• Held an executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087.
• Adjourned at 5:00 p.m. without objection.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a joint meeting with the McAllen Public Utility Board to approve the FY 2019-2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The agenda includes public hearings for various rezoning and conditional use permit requests. The commission will also consider contract awards for playground equipment and traffic intersection WiFi.

• Rezone 211 North Ware Road from R-1 to C-3L district
• Conditional Use Permit for an immigrant youth facility at 1000 North McColl Road
• Contract award for playground equipment at La Vista Park
• Ordinance to revise the speed limit on 29th Street
• Contract award for Network WiFi equipment at traffic intersections

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests and conditional use permits, including a C-3L zoning at 211 North Ware Road, an A-O zoning at 7404/7424 North Bentsen Road, and a conditional use permit for an immigrant youth facility at 1000 North McColl Road. They also approved a contract for playground equipment and various other routine items. One rezoning request at 214 South 5½ Street was disapproved.

• Approved C-3L zoning at 211 North Ware Road (unanimous)
• Approved A-O zoning at 7404/7424 North Bentsen Road (6-1, Villalobos nay)
• Approved conditional use permit for immigrant youth facility at 1000 North McColl Road (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for tire shop at 2605 U.S. Business Highway 83 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for institutional use at 2400 Daffodil Avenue (unanimous)
• Disapproved R-3A zoning at 214 South 5½ Street (unanimous)
• Awarded $65,894 contract to Park Place for playground equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $123,726.85 contract to Frontera Consulting for WiFi equipment (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss items for the March 8, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda. The session includes updates on the South Pole Illuminated Drive and presentations regarding Buxton Software and the Quinta Mazatlan Conservation Program.

• Update on South Pole Illuminated Drive
• Presentation on Quinta Mazatlan Conservation Program
• Presentation on Buxton Software Updates

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on March 8, 2021, discussing agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting and receiving presentations on the South Pole Illuminated Drive and the Quinta Mazatlan Conservation Program. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational. The workshop adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

• Discussed agenda items 2C and 2F for the March 8 regular meeting
• Received presentation on South Pole Illuminated Drive, including economic impact analysis
• Received presentation on Quinta Mazatlan Conservation Program, including tiny forests initiative
• Item on Buxton Software updates was not addressed
• Held executive session on legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters
• Adjourned at 5:00 p.m. without objection

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permits for a bar and guest houses. The agenda also includes reviewing grant applications for border security, anti-gang programs, and infrastructure.

• Public hearing to remove Yuma Avenue from the Thoroughfare Plan
• Conditional use permit request for a bar at 2200 Nolana Avenue
• Contracts for single machine repaving and pavement preservation
• Grant applications for border security and anti-gang programs
• Budget amendments for air service development and incentives

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts, including a $1.15M repaving contract and a $320K pavement preservation project, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a ban on amplified music from food trucks near residential areas. The board also approved a sign variance denial, a variance for a property at 3117 Valcosta Sr., and tabled a variance request for the North Via Cantera Subdivision. All votes were unanimous except for the tabled item, which failed 4-2 before being tabled.

• Approved $1,145,725.60 contract to Cutler Repaving for 2021 Single Machine Repaving (unanimous)
• Approved $320,029.42 contract to Andale Construction for High-Density Mineral Bond Pavement Preservation (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting food trucks from playing amplified music near residential areas (unanimous)
• Approved sign variance denial at 100 South Bicentennial Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 3117 Valcosta Sr. subject to road ROW and contractual agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled variance request for North Via Cantera Subdivision after motion failed 4-2 (unanimous to table)
• Approved $50,000 budget amendment for Affordable Homes of South Texas Emergency Repair Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 budget amendment for Chamber Innovation Grant (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city updates. Agenda items include presentations on downtown services strategies, bus shelters, and the re-opening of park play stations. The board will also receive reports on CARES Act funding and project statuses.

• Presentation of Downtown Services Strategies
• Presentation of Bus Shelters
• Update on South Pole Illuminated Drive
• Discussion of Re-Opening of Park Play Stations
• Report on CARES Act Funding

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed downtown services strategies, bus shelter updates, a phased reopening plan for park play stations, and received reports on CARES Act funding and subdivisions. Several agenda items were tabled, including the South Pole Illuminated Drive update and project status reports.

• Discussed downtown parking strategies for FY 2021
• Discussed bus shelter design and accessibility
• Tabled update on South Pole Illuminated Drive
• Discussed phased reopening of 34 park play stations
• Received CARES Act funding report (no action)
• Received subdivision monthly report
• Tabled project status report through January 31, 2021
• Tabled parks and recreation project status report

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will consider an ordinance regarding amplified music from food trucks near residential areas. The meeting also includes reviews of several business permit requests and infrastructure change orders. Additionally, the commission will address resolutions for various housing tax credit applications.

• Ordinance prohibiting food trucks from playing amplified music near residential areas
• Conditional use permits for a tire shop, snack bar, guest house, and liquor store
• Change orders for Kennedy Avenue and 2018 Bond Group E drainage improvements
• Contract award for a new asphalt paver
• Resolutions supporting housing tax credit applications

The McAllen City Commission approved routine conditional use permits, including a tire shop, a snack bar with alcohol sales, and a guest house, all as recommended. They also approved several contracts, including a $232,717 asphalt paver and $368,862.48 bus shelters, and a change order for drainage improvements. The commission tabled an ordinance prohibiting food trucks from playing amplified music near residential areas, and approved a resolution extending the mayor's disaster declaration for extreme low temperatures.

• Approved conditional use permits for tire shop, snack bar with alcohol, and guest house (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $232,717 contract for asphalt paver to Cooper Equipment Co.
• Approved $368,862.48 contract for bus shelters to Landscape Forms
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2018 Bond Group E Drainage Improvements ($368,467)
• Tabled ordinance prohibiting food trucks from playing amplified music near residential areas
• Approved resolution extending disaster declaration for extreme low temperatures
• Approved resolutions supporting housing tax credit applications for Uvalde Villas, Avanti Legacy, and Jackson Street Apartments
• Approved variance requests for Campo de Suenos Phase 2 and Frontera Peak subdivisions

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to review the upcoming regular meeting agenda. Discussions include tax credit development requests, abandoned homes, and pandemic-related code enforcement in the downtown area. A report on CARES Act funding is also scheduled.

• Workshop on Tax Credit Developments requesting resolutions of support
• Overview of Scope of Work for a Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion regarding abandoned homes
• Presentation of Downtown Services Strategies
• Report on CARES Act Funding

City Commission

The commission will review several rezoning requests, including a 14-acre residential conversion at 4500 Dove Avenue. The meeting also includes consideration of infrastructure improvements for Bicentennial Boulevard and various contract awards. Additionally, the body will discuss grant applications for public safety and homeland security.

• Rezoning 14.664 acres at 4500 Dove Avenue to single-family residential
• Contract award for 24 new police packaged vehicles
• Change Order No. 7 for the Bicentennial Boulevard Extension Project
• Lease agreement with PAMM Family Properties for a commercial parking lot
• Award of contract for an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Unit at McAllen International Airport

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine items, including rezoning, conditional use permits for bars and a wireless facility, and a dog kennel permit with conditions. They also awarded contracts for police vehicles, an airport firefighting unit, bus surveillance systems, and drainage projects, and adopted budget amendments and ordinances for a special election and property abandonment. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved rezoning 14.664 acres at 4500 Dove Ave to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year CUP for bar at 400 Nolana Ave Suite Q (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year CUP for bar at 2801 Expressway 83 Bldg 200 (unanimous)
• Approved life-of-use CUP for wireless tower at 2901 Incarnate Word Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 2-year CUP for dog kennel at 6820 N Taylor Rd with unannounced code visits (unanimous)
• Approved lease with PAMM Family Properties for parking lot at 16th & Beech (unanimous)
• Awarded $856,934 contract to E-One for airport firefighting unit (unanimous)
• Approved $120,826.42 contract for 13 bus surveillance systems (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the administration of the May 2021 Election. The agenda also includes an executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding legal aspects of election administration.

• Discussion and possible action regarding the administration of the May 2021 Election
• Executive session to consult with City Attorney on legal aspects of election administration

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners and Development Corporation will meet to consider refinancing sales tax revenue bonds for taxable series 2021. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Chamber Innovation Grants, city charter amendments, and abandoned homes.

• Refinancing of sales tax revenue bonds (taxable series 2021)
• Budget amendment for Development Corporation Capital Projects Rollover
• Chamber Innovation Grants discussion
• Code Enforcement pandemic operations in the downtown area
• Overview of work scope for a Comprehensive Plan

City Commission

The commission will review rezoning requests for residential and business districts. The agenda also includes grant applications for traffic enforcement and firefighting, as well as an ordinance regarding a city charter amendment election.

• Rezoning 1009 East Cedar Avenue from R-2 to R-3A residential district
• Rezoning 1312 South Ware Road (REAR) from R-4 to C-3 business district
• Conditional Use Permit request for a nightclub at 2200 Nolana Avenue
• Grant applications for TxDOT traffic enforcement and FEMA firefighter assistance
• Ordinance to call an election to amend the city charter

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss potential amendments to the city charter and receive a report on CARES Act funding. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss real estate transactions for Tract 1 and Tract 2, as well as economic development matters.

• Possible amendments to the city charter
• Report on CARES Act Funding
• Discussion of real estate lease, sale, or purchase for Tract 1
• Discussion of real estate lease, sale, or purchase for Tract 2
• Consideration of economic development matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss possible amendments to the City Charter, including term limits, annexation, election dates, and cleanup ordinances. Staff was directed to research election dates and report back at the January 25, 2021 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Directed staff to research election dates and report back at January 25, 2021 meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will consider ordinances to call a general election and a special election for District 6. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and contract awards for new vehicles and refuse trucks.

• Rezonings for 501 East Yuma Avenue and 3421 La Lomita Road
• Ordinance calling a General Election on May 1, 2021
• Special Election for City Commissioner District 6 vacancy
• Contract award for fifteen new 2021 vehicles
• Contract award for eleven new 2021 refuse trucks

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved all routine rezoning and conditional use permit items, including several property rezonings and a one-year automotive service permit. They also approved a variance for an alcoholic beverage code, multiple contracts and change orders, and called for a general election and a special election for District 6. The meeting included several unanimous votes and one 6-1 vote on the variance.

• Approved rezoning to R-1 at 501 East Yuma Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-3T at 701 South Taylor Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-1 at 701 South Taylor Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-3A at 3421 La Lomita Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-1 at 5001 Selinda Drive (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for automotive service at 2241 Dallas Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage variance at 1301 North 23rd Street (6-1)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Bicentennial Boulevard Extension (unanimous)