Weslaco public meetings in 2022

General

The Weslaco Parks Advisory Board is meeting to review reports on park maintenance and budget planning. The board will also discuss how sports organizations use city facilities.

• Discussion of park vandalism and maintenance
• Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update
• Discussion of sports organizations and use of city facilities

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a ceremonial signing event for a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 3072. The notice states that no votes will be taken during this event.

• Ceremonial signing of Collective Bargaining Agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 3072

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss several rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for an event center, and various public works contracts. The body is also considering speed limit revisions on International Blvd. and a new lease agreement for a Congressional district office.

• Proposed contract with Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC for waterworks materials not to exceed $500,000
• Proposed purchase of a SCBA Compressor from Metro Fire not to exceed $53,823
• Public hearings for rezoning 3920 E Pike and 808 & 812 W 10th St to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Proposed Conditional Use Permit for an event center at 909 E James
• Acceptance of NHTSA grant for $29,986.76 and Project Safe Neighbors grant for $32,731.99

The City Commission approved a $1.3M contract for sports field and skate park lighting and granted two rezoning requests for apartment use. The board also authorized legal actions regarding the Police and Fire Station Project and a lawsuit with CDM.

• Approved $1,333,115 contract with Norris Leal, LLC for park and skate park lighting
• Approved rezoning of 3920 E Pike from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Approved rezoning of 808 & 812 W 10th St from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for event center at 909 E James Ste E
• Approved Final Plat for Dominion Subdivision (65-lot private subdivision)
• Approved $500,000 as-needed materials contract with Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC
• Approved $53,823 purchase of SCBA Compressor from Metro Fire
• Authorized legal claims against Castle Construction regarding Police and Fire Station Project

City Commission

The City Commission provided notice that members may attend several holiday festivities. The document states that no votes will be taken and any public business discussed will be incidental.

• Tree Lighting Ceremony at 255 S. Kansas Ave.
• Mid Valley Lighted Parade on Texas Boulevard
• Feast of Sharing at St. Joan of Arc Parish Hall
• City of Weslaco Toy Drive at Mayor Pablo Pena Park

General

This document is a notice that City Commission members may attend several holiday festivities. The notice states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business will be incidental.

• Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1 at Weslaco City Hall
• Mid Valley Lighted Parade on December 10 on Texas Boulevard
• Feast of Sharing on December 17 at St. Joan of Arc Parish Hall
• City of Weslaco Toy Drive on December 19 at Mayor Pablo Pena Park

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss potential changes to how members are appointed to city boards. The discussion focuses on amending Ordinance 2022-19 regarding the process and standards for these appointments.

• Discussion on amending Ordinance 2022-19 regarding appointments to Advisory Boards, Committees and Commissions

General

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will discuss and consider nine separate variance requests from Chapter 150 of the Weslaco Zoning Ordinance. The meeting includes a review of minutes from October 12, 2022.

• Variance request for 507 & 509 N Illinois (R. Cantu Construction LLC)
• Variance request for 3015 Lazy River Rd (Eli J. Lopez)
• Variance request for 520 W. 4th St. (Jose Cadanoza)
• Variance request for 600 S. Bridge Ave (Michael Carter)
• Variance request for 100 S. Kansas (Rick Robles)

General

The Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee will review progress reports on airport projects. The body will also hold an executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation.

• Corporate Hangar Project Update
• Runway Lighting Update
• Legal consultation regarding Christopher De Leon versus Weslaco Mid Valley Airport

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and one conditional use permit. The body will also discuss subdivision plats and the potential de-annexation of Angelita Estates Subdivision.

• Rezone 4020 E Pike, 3920 E Pike, and 808 & 812 W 10th St from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Conditional Use Permit for an event center at 909 E James
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Dominion Subdivision (20 acres east of Midway Rd on Bus 83)
• Six-month Final Plat extensions for Bridge Crossing Ph II, Vaquero Estates Phase V, and Greener Pastures Mobile Home Subdivision PH II
• De-annexation of Angelita Estates Subdivision (8.35 acres south of Tierra Santa St along FM 88)

City Commission

The City Commission approved demolition orders for several substandard properties and the city-owned La Plazita Service Center. The board also granted various compliance extensions to property owners and approved funding for police and fire department projects.

• Approved demolition and asbestos/mold remediation for La Plazita Service Center ($40,000-$65,000)
• Authorized demolition orders for properties at 313 N. Iowa St, 105 N. Kansas Ave, 617 S. Indiana St, 217 N. Liberty St, 113 W. Paisano, 608 E. Loop 19th, 621 E. Plaza St, 621 S. Indiana St, and 729 Calle Lee Garza
• Granted compliance extensions (30 days to 6 months) for properties at 116 Zamora Ave, 1410 Clifton St, 2009 N. International, 300 Blue Bonnet St, 705 E. Business 83, 3716 Canan St, 425 E. Business 83, and 2307 E. Plaza St
• Approved $15,002 for air transfer grills at the new Police Department/Municipal Judicial Court
• Rescinded lighting contract with Zitro Electric and authorized negotiations with Norris Leal, LLC
• Accepted $400,000 FTA grant for Weslaco Pedestrian 2022 Project Phase 2 sidewalks with $100,000 local match
• Approved purchase of fire personnel dorm lockers from Salsbury Industries (not to exceed $40,995)
• Rezoned 3030 N Texas Blvd from R-1 one-family dwelling to B-1 neighborhood business district

General

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially ratify scores from the Firefighter Entrance Examination held on November 12, 2022. The body will also consider approving minutes from the October 7, 2022 meeting.

• Ratification of Firefighter Entrance Examination scores from November 12, 2022

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

City Commission

The City Commission approved Resolution 2022-59 to certify the results of the November 8, 2022, General Election. Israel Gonzalez Jr. and Adrian Farias were declared the winners and took their oaths of office. The Commission also appointed a new Mayor Pro Tem.

• Approved Resolution 2022-59 certifying Israel Gonzalez Jr. (4,077 votes) as Commissioner At-Large and Adrian Farias (1,145 votes) as Commissioner District 4 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Rodriguez as Mayor Pro Tem (Unanimous)

General

The Parks Advisory Board will meet to review park maintenance and budget updates. The board will also discuss how sports organizations use city facilities.

• Discussion of park vandalism and maintenance
• Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update
• Discussion of sports organizations and use of city facilities

General

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals to the Building Codes will hold public hearings to determine if 17 unoccupied buildings are dilapidated or hazardous. Code Enforcement is requesting that these structures either be demolished or repaired to meet current building codes.

• Public hearing for 313 N. Iowa St.
• Public hearing for 2307 E. Plaza St.
• Public hearing for 425 E. Business 83
• Public hearing for 105 N. Kansas Ave
• Public hearing for 1410 Clifton St.

General

The Weslaco Drainage Advisory Board will meet to discuss a new advisory board policy. The board will also receive reports from Engineering and Public Works.

• Discussion and possible action on new advisory board policy
• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Engineering report from Albert J. Aldana, P.E.
• Public Works report from David Arce

City Commission

The City Commission will certify the November 8, 2022, general election results and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem. The body will also consider rezoning requests, subdivision plats, and several high-cost equipment and facility upgrades.

• Rezoning of 3030 N Texas Blvd from R-1 one-family dwelling to B-1 neighborhood business district
• Conditional Use Permit for a Mixed Beverage Permit at 529 S. Texas Blvd
• Emergency back-up generator for New Police Department and Municipal/Judicial Court not to exceed $414,054
• Emergency back-up generator for New Downtown Fire Station No. 2 not to exceed $200,705
• Purchase of a 2023 GMC Terrain SLE ($29,258.75) and 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 ($41,058.75)

The City Commission approved the intent to issue $12.5 million in Certificates of Obligation for public safety buildings. The board also approved several residential and commercial subdivisions, airport improvements, and a new contract for the Interim City Manager.

• Approved Resolution 2022-60 to issue $12.5M in Certificates of Obligation (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3030 N Texas Blvd from R-1 to B-1 for a daycare (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for mixed beverage permit at 529 S. Texas Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Chelsea Park Villas, Sienna, and Heron’s Landing subdivisions
• Approved $614,000+ for emergency generators at Fire Station No. 2 and New Police Department
• Approved purchase of 2023 GMC Terrain and 2022 GMC Sierra for Police Department
• Approved two-year ambulance service agreement with Hidalgo County ESD No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Interim City Manager Martin Garza effective Oct. 1, 2022 (unanimous)

City Commission

This document is a notice of a potential quorum for the Weslaco City Commission. No votes will be taken and no formal business will be conducted.

• Veterans Day Celebration at Bobby Lackey Stadium (784 N. Westgate Drive)

General

The Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee will review progress reports on airport infrastructure and projects. The committee is also scheduled to enter an executive session for legal consultation regarding pending litigation.

• Corporate Hangar Project Update
• Runway Lighting Update
• Legal consultation regarding Christopher De Leon versus Weslaco Mid Valley Airport

General

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will meet to discuss and consider five separate variance requests from Chapter 150 of the Weslaco Zoning Ordinance. The board will also review minutes from the October 12, 2022, meeting.

• Variance request for 507 & 509 N Illinois (R. Cantu Construction LLC)
• Variance request for 3015 Lazy River Rd (Eli J. Lopez)
• Variance request for 520 W. 4th St. (Jose Cadanosa)
• Variance request for 600 S. Bridge Ave (Michael Carter)
• Variance request for 100 S. Kansas (Rick Robles)

General

The Weslaco Animal Care Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss the yearly report and a report on rescue and adoption events for 2022/2023. The board will also discuss the LRGVDC Regional Animal Care Coalition.

• Discussion and possible action on the yearly report
• Discussion and possible action on the 2022/2023 Rescue and Adoption Events report
• Discussion of LRGVDC Regional Animal Care Coalition
• Executive session to discuss a complaint filed on the Weslaco Animal Care Services facility
• Executive session regarding goals, objectives, and evaluation of Animal Care Services staff

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between the City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a property rezone and a mixed beverage permit. The body will also discuss preliminary and final plats for three different subdivisions.

• Rezone 3030 N Texas Blvd from R-1 One-family dwelling district to B-1 neighborhood business district
• Conditional Use Permit for a Mixed Beverage Permit at 529 S. Texas Blvd
• Plat for Chelsea Park Villas Subdivision at SW corner of W 9th & S. Border Ave
• Plat for Sienna Subdivision (31.06-acre) on West side of Mile 6 ½ West
• Plat for Heron’s Landing Subdivision (29.29-acre) at SW corner of Pike Blvd. and Mile 2 ½ West

City Commission

The City Commission approved a reduced design plan for the New Library/Library Renovation Project to stay within a $7.5 million budget. The board also approved several public safety grants, equipment purchases, and an interlocal agreement for road improvements.

• Approved reduced plan for New Library/Library Renovation Project
• Approved Ordinance 2022-40 to rezone 835 N Martinez from R-1 to B-1
• Approved $1.69M interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for Mile 10 North Phase II
• Approved purchase of 50 commercial bins not to exceed $60,639
• Approved purchase of 3-point boom mower not to exceed $38,845
• Approved purchase of rescue tools not to exceed $40,330
• Approved Letter of Support for S4 Higher-Speed Railroute passenger rail service
• Denied variance request for OSSF for Gilberto Estates (0-6)

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters are meeting to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission approved a 14-item consent agenda covering grants, contracts, and routine items. They also approved final plats for several subdivisions, including Gilberto Estates (with a denied variance for septic tanks), Mid Valley International Industrial Park, Rock Ridge, Pike Terrace, Sayyed Commercial Development, and Mi Fortuna Estates. A variance to defer park fees for The Coves Subdivision was denied. The commission also approved resolutions supporting the Mid-Valley Marathon and a buyout of a water service agreement, along with ordinances for a rezoning, a conditional use permit, updated service credits, and a four-way stop sign.

• Approved consent agenda including grants, contracts, and routine items.
• Approved Final Plat for Gilberto Estates but denied variance for septic tanks.
• Approved re-consideration of Final Plat for Mid Valley International Industrial Park.
• Approved variance request for Chelsea Park Villas Subdivision (right-of-way dedication).
• Denied variance to defer park fees for The Coves Subdivision (motion failed 0-7).
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-55 in support of the Mid-Valley Marathon.
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-54 for buyout of water service agreement with Military Highway Water Supply.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-40 to rezone 835 N Martinez to B-1.

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board will meet to review financial and librarian reports. The board is considering the election of new officers and the reinvestment of Booth Funds.

• Possible election of new library board officers
• Discussion and consideration of reinvestment of Booth Funds

City Commission

The City Commission is providing notice of a potential quorum for a groundbreaking ceremony. No votes will be taken and any discussion of public business is incidental to the event.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for Mid Valley International Industrial Park at Mile 9 & FM 1015

General

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will discuss and consider nine separate variance requests from the city's zoning ordinances. These requests involve various residential and commercial properties across Weslaco.

• Variance request for 600 Tres Marias (Premier Pools & Spas)
• Variance request for 509 S. Texas (Aaron Garcia)
• Variance request for 502 W IH 2 (Shops at North Bridge)
• Variance request for 316 W 6th St (Mid Valley Church of Nazarene)
• Variance request for 3512 Spanish Oak Dr. in R-1 Single Family Dwelling District (Enrique Lozano)

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

General

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss ratifying scores from a September 20 police entrance exam. The body will also consider setting a date for the Fire Entrance Examination.

• Ratification of Police Officer Entrance Examination scores from September 20, 2022
• Proposed November 12, 2022, test date for Fire Entrance Examination
• Introduction of new Civil Service Board Member Cris Valdez

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a rezoning request for 835 N Martinez and a conditional use permit for an event center. The body will also discuss and consider several preliminary and final plats for residential and industrial developments.

• Rezone 835 N Martinez from R-1 One-family dwelling district to B-1 neighborhood business district
• Conditional Use Permit for an event center at 310 W IH 2 STE. 1&2
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Pike Terrace (36.092-acre)
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Rock Ridge (15.092 acres)
• Final Plat for Mid Valley International Industrial Park (146.09c.00 acre tract)

City Commission

This document is a notice of a potential quorum for City Commission members attending the TML Annual Conference and Exhibition. No votes will be taken and any discussion of public business is incidental.

• TML Annual Conference and Exhibition at Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, October 5-7, 2022

City Commission

The City Commission will decide on several land use changes, including a rezoning and a voluntary annexation. The body will also discuss equipment purchases and a proposed speed limit increase on Westgate Drive.

• Rezone 2625 Mile 6 ½ West Road from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Voluntary Annexation of Gilberto Estates Subdivision (4.56-acre tract)
• Lease/purchase of a John Deere 6145M Cab Tractor for up to $240,000 over 4 years
• Proposed speed limit increase from 30 MPH to 45 MPH for Westgate Drive between 18th St and 34th St
• Purchase of network switches for the new police station for $42,934

The Weslaco City Commission approved a consent agenda including a rezoning, a voluntary annexation, and several routine items. They also approved new business items such as negotiating a soccer field contract, leasing a tractor, approving a stormwater agreement, a change order, a speed limit increase, a hospital drug discount MOU, network switches, an easement purchase, and accepting an easement. Executive session actions included authorizing continued fire union negotiations and approving incentives for Project No Sock.

• Approved consent agenda with correction (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 2625 Mile 6 ½ West Road to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary annexation of Gilberto Estates Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved negotiation with FR Green Thumb Landscaping for soccer field project (unanimous)
• Approved lease/purchase of John Deere tractor for $240,000 over 4 years (Commissioner Farias abstained)
• Approved change order #3 for $8,034.25 with Castle Enterprises (Commissioner Muñoz abstained)
• Approved speed limit increase on Westgate Drive to 45 MPH (unanimous)
• Approved EDC purchase of easement from HCCID for ~$150,000 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission issued a notice of a potential quorum for a groundbreaking event. No votes will be taken at this event.

• Groundbreaking for Gibson Park Splash Pad at 301 South Border Ave

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

General

The Weslaco Parks Advisory Board is meeting to review park maintenance and budget updates. The board will also discuss how sports organizations use city facilities.

• Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update
• Discussion of Sports Organizations and use of City’s facilities
• Park Maintenance reports

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board is meeting to review and potentially approve policies regarding library materials and internet safety. The board will also receive financial and administrative reports.

• Discussion and consideration of Request for Reconsideration of Materials Policy
• Discussion and approval of Computer and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy
• Introduction of new board member Renee Dyer
• Announcement of the retirement of Assistant Library Director Martin J. Mata

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the budget appropriations and ad valorem tax rate for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The body will also consider several zoning requests, subdivision plats, and public safety grants.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 budget appropriations (Ordinance 2022-33) and tax rate (Ordinance 2022-34)
• Rezoning of 2625 Mile 6 ½ West Road from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Purchase of police personnel locker system for $208,884.79
• Grant applications for bullet-resistant shields ($250,000) and ALERRT training ($250,000)
• Conditional Use Permit for mixed beverage and live music at 509 S. Texas Blvd.

The City Commission approved the final reading of the FY 2022-2023 budget (Ordinance 2022-33) and the ad valorem tax rate (Ordinance 2022-34) on second reading. The commission also approved a rezoning for a 23-acre tract from R-1 to R-2, a conditional use permit for a mixed beverage restaurant with live music, and the voluntary annexation of Gilberto Estates Subdivision. Several subdivision plats were approved, and the commission authorized a letter of commitment for a Business 83 Corridor Study grant application.

• Approved on second reading Ordinance 2022-33 adopting the FY 2022-2023 budget and Ordinance 2022-34 levying the ad valorem tax rate.
• Approved Ordinance 2022-36 to rezone 2625 Mile 6 ½ West Road from R-1 to R-2 (duplex and apartment district).
• Approved a Conditional Use Permit for a mixed beverage restaurant permit and late hours permit with live music at 509 S. Texas Blvd, contingent on two licensed security guards from 6 pm to 2 am.
• Approved Ordinance 2022-37 for the voluntary annexation of Gilberto Estates Subdivision (4.56 acres).
• Approved the final plats for Mi Linda Phase I (54 lots), Mi Linda Phase II (68 lots), and The Coves (64 lots), each with a variance for off-site drainage.
• Approved the purchase of a police personnel locker system for up to $208,884.79 for the new police department.
• Approved a Contingency Allowance Expenditure Authorization for the new Downtown Fire Station No. 2, decreasing the contingency fund by $1,595.98.
• Approved the FY 2022 Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County under the Urban County Program for $286,199 in CDBG funds.

General

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will discuss and consider five separate variance requests from Chapter 150 of the city's New Zoning Ordinance. These requests involve various properties across the city.

• Variance request for 600 Tres Marias (Premier Pools & Spas)
• Variance request for 509 S. Texas (Aaron Garcia)
• Variance request for 502 W IH 2 (Shops at North Bridge)
• Variance request for 316 W 6th St (Mid Valley Church of Nazarene)
• Variance request for 1509 Vida Dulce (David Sifuentes)

General

The City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters are meeting for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

General

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve an amended ratification list. This list pertains to the Fire Entrance Examination conducted on July 30, 2022.

• Discussion and possible action on the amended ratification list for the July 30, 2022 Fire Entrance Examination

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed property tax rate of .6967 per $100 valuation and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The body will also consider ordinances for rezoning and annexation, as well as various interlocal agreements and grant applications.

• Public hearing for proposed ad valorem property tax rate of .6967 per $100 valuation
• Public hearing for Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Ordinance 2022-29 to rezone 510 W 4th from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Ordinance 2022-30 for the voluntary annexation of 37.24 acres in Mi Linda Subdivision Ph I & II
• Grant applications for bullet-resistant shields and ALERRT training, each up to $250,000

The City Commission unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 budget and a property tax rate of $0.6967 per $100 valuation, a 2.97% increase. They also rezoned 510 W 4th Street to allow duplexes and apartments, annexed 37.24 acres, and approved a contract with L&G Construction for improvements at the Mid Valley International Industrial Park. Several other routine items were approved on the consent agenda.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous roll call)
• Levied ad valorem tax rate of $0.6967 per $100 valuation (unanimous roll call)
• Rezoned 510 W 4th from R-1 to R-2 (consent agenda)
• Annexed 37.24-acre Mi Linda Subdivision (consent agenda)
• Approved $29,172 contingency expenditure for Police/Municipal Court project (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved soliciting SOQs for Lift Station #12 improvements (unanimous)
• Designated 6th Street from Illinois to Michigan as no standing/no parking zone (unanimous)
• Approved L&G Construction for Mid Valley International Industrial Park improvements (4-0, 2 abstentions)

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

General

The Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss airport operations and progress. The session includes updates on a specific corporate hangar project.

• Corporate Hangar Project Update
• Monthly Progress Report
• Approval of July 14, 2022 meeting minutes

City Commission

This notice announces a potential quorum of the City Commission for a ribbon cutting ceremony. No votes will be taken and any discussion of public business is incidental to the event.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony for Mile 6 West project at the southeast corner of Westgate Dr. & Lobelia Street

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss infrastructure projects, including street conversions and lift station repairs. The body is also reviewing tax rates for the 2022 tax year and several subdivision plats.

• Lift station rehabilitation of LS#1, LS#5, LS#11, LS#28, and LS#30 for up to $999,097.50
• Proposed conversion of Haggar Street/North GTE Avenue to a one-way street
• Street light improvements project for new fire and police stations for $172,995.00
• Rezoning of 510 W 4th from R-1 One-family dwelling to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Purchase of three Ford F150 pickups totaling up to $127,920

The Weslaco City Commission approved a $999,097.50 lift station rehabilitation contract using ARPA funds, accepted the no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates, and set a proposed tax rate of $0.6967 per $100 valuation for a public hearing on September 6. The commission also rezoned 510 W 4th Street to allow duplexes and apartments, approved multiple subdivision plats, and authorized the voluntary annexation of Mi Linda Subdivision. Several consent agenda items were approved, including school resource officer agreements and a $28,000 grant application for fire equipment.

• Approved $999,097.50 lift station rehabilitation contract with Southern Trenchless Solutions (unanimous)
• Accepted no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.6177 and voter-approval rate of $0.6990 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.6967 per $100 valuation, set public hearing for Sept. 6 (unanimous)
• Rezoned 510 W 4th Street from R-1 to R-2 (duplex/apartment district) (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary annexation of Mi Linda Subdivision Ph I & II (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Moreland Heights (32 lots) with variances (unanimous)
• Approved $172,995 street light improvements contract with The Levy Company (unanimous)
• Approved $85,280 purchase of two Ford F150 pickups for police (unanimous)

General

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. This meeting is for discussion and consideration of the budget document.

• Discussion of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

General

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion of Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

General

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss and consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. This meeting is for discussion purposes and includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion of the City of Weslaco Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

General

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially ratify scores from recent police promotional and fire entrance examinations. The body will also consider setting a date for the Police Officer Entrance Examination.

• Ratification of July 12, 2022 Police Promotional Examination scores for Sergeant and Lieutenant
• Ratification of July 30, 2022 Fire Entrance Examination scores
• Setting a date for the Police Officer Entrance Examination
• Introduction of new board member Cris Valdez

General

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. This meeting is for discussion purposes regarding city spending and financial planning.

• Discussion of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning a property on W 4th. The body will also discuss several preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions and a voluntary annexation.

• Rezone 510 W 4th from R-1 One-family dwelling district to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Preliminary Plats for Rock Ridge (15.092 acres), Mi Linda Phase I (23.05 acres), Mi Linda Phase II (14.19 acres), Pike Terrace (36.092 acres), and The Coves (18.48 acres)
• Final Plats for Plaza de Paz (3.00 acres), Moreland Heights (12.83 acres), Milanos Estates Ph II (27.65 acres), and Pablo Pena Jr No. 2 (5.57 acres)
• Voluntary Annexation of Mi Linda Subdivision Ph I & II (37.24 acres)
• Six-month extension of the Final Plat for Domain Subdivision at 701 E. 6th St.

General

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. This meeting is for discussion purposes.

• Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss establishing a Sister City relationship and donating a 2004 Pierce Saber Fire Truck to Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico. The body will also consider several rezoning requests and the calling of a general election for November 8, 2022.

• Rezoning of 3402 S Westgate Drive, 3570 Moreland Drive, 2737 E Mile 6 N, and 812 E Pike Blvd from R-1 to R-2
• Voluntary Annexation of Sunset Valley Estates (15.32-acre tract)
• FY22 JAG Local Solicitation grant application for $11,811
• Contingency expenditure of $28,169 for conduits at the New Police Department with Municipal and Judicial Court
• LCRA Community Development Partnership Program Grant application not to exceed $5,000

The Weslaco City Commission unanimously approved a Sister City agreement with Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, and donated a 2004 Pierce Saber fire truck to that city. The commission also approved a consent agenda including five rezoning ordinances, a voluntary annexation, and several grants and leases. Additionally, it approved contract amendments for the Pleasantview & 11th St drainage project, ratified a $28,169 contingency expenditure for the police project, and authorized the interim city manager to finalize a lease agreement with the Weslaco Economic Development Corporation.

• Approved Resolution 2022-41 establishing Sister City with Rio Bravo, Mexico (unanimous)
• Approved donation of 2004 Pierce Saber Fire Truck to Rio Bravo, Mexico (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning of 3402 S Westgate Dr, 3570 Moreland Dr, 2737 E Mile 6 N, 812 E Pike Blvd, and annexation of Sunset Valley Estates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-42 appointing Robert Ordaz and reappointing four members to Parks Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-43 appointing Armando A. Martinez to Mid Valley Airport Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to SWG Engineering contract and final payment of $26,611.20 for Pleasantview & 11th St drainage project (unanimous)
• Approved Notice Order of Election for November 8, 2022 General Election (unanimous)
• Ratified Contingency Allowance Expenditure Authorization No. 4 for $28,169 for AEP conduits at police project (unanimous)

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet for collective bargaining. The discussion is conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between the City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

General

The Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee will review financial standings for 2021 and 2022. The body will also discuss applicants for the 2022-2023 fund program and may take action to approve funding for fiscal year 2023.

• Discussion and approval for fiscal year 2023 funding
• Review of applicants to the 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Program
• Review of Ordinance No. 2022-19 regarding appointed boards processes and standards
• Review of new Board Application and Disclosure forms
• Review of fiscal year 2021 and 2022 financial standings

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission approved several rezoning requests, subdivision plats, and contracts. Rezoning for apartment use was approved at four locations, and final plats were approved for San Gabriel Ph I and Ph II subdivisions. The commission also awarded a $1,178,500 lighting project bid and approved a negotiated gas rate increase.

• Approved rezoning of 3402 S Westgate Drive to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3570 Moreland Drive to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2737 E Mile 6 N to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 812 E Pike Blvd to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for wine/malt beverage and live music at 1015 S International Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for San Gabriel Ph I Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for San Gabriel Ph II Subdivision with variance (unanimous)
• Awarded lighting project bid to Zitro Electric for $1,178,500 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on four requests to rezone properties from one-family dwelling to duplex and apartment districts. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for residential and industrial developments and a voluntary annexation request.

• Rezone requests from R-1 to R-2 for 3402 S Westgate Drive, 3570 Moreland Drive, 2737 E Mile 6 N, and 812 E Pike Blvd
• Conditional Use Permit for Wine and Malt Beverage retail Dealer’s On Premise Permit at 1015 S International Blvd
• Final Plat for Weslaco Industrial Park (146.09-acre tract)
• Voluntary Annexation of Sunset Valley Estates (15.32-acre tract)
• Preliminary Plats for Plaza de Paz, Moreland Heights, Milanos Estates Ph II, and Pablo Pena Jr No. 2

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss updates to the city's sign and electioneering ordinances and the 2022 Comprehensive Plan Addendum. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and appointments to city boards.

• Proposed contract for network cabling and surveillance for new Police and Fire Station not to exceed $333,513
• Proposed award for North Waste Water Treatment Plant Lift Station Rehabilitation not to exceed $275,835
• Proposed contract for Water Spray Splash Pad at Gibson Park not to exceed $275,000
• Proposed $27,670 reimbursement contract with Domain Development, Corp for sanitary sewer line upgrades on Pike Blvd
• Resolution for street closures on Texas Blvd/FM 88 for Alfresco Weslaco Music & Art

The Weslaco City Commission approved the 2022 Comprehensive Plan Addendum prepared by UTSA, a reimbursement contract for a sewer line upgrade, and a contract for a water spray splash pad at Gibson Park. It also approved several other contracts, appointments, and ordinance first readings, all with unanimous votes except one. The meeting included no public comments and no action on executive session items.

• Approved 2022 Comprehensive Plan Addendum (unanimous)
• Approved $27,670 reimbursement contract with Domain Development Corp for sewer line upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-21 amending sign ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-22 amending electioneering ordinance (unanimous)
• Awarded $275,000 splash pad contract to South Texas Pools (unanimous)
• Approved $11,500 landscape architecture contract with Heffner Design Team (5-1, Muñoz against)
• Awarded $333,513 network cabling contract to Visceral Illumination Code (unanimous)
• Awarded $275,835 lift station rehabilitation to Southern Trenchless Solutions (unanimous, Farias abstained)

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters will meet to negotiate. The discussion will be conducted under Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code.

• Collective bargaining negotiations between City of Weslaco and Weslaco Fire Fighters Association

City Commission

The City Commission is notifying the public of a potential quorum for a ribbon cutting event. No votes will be taken during this event.

• Ribbon cutting at Judge Gilbert Garza Park, 320 E. Mile 11 Road

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss proposed changes to city ordinances and review architectural designs. The session focuses on updating rules for signs and electioneering, as well as planning for a public library project.

• Proposed amendments to the City of Weslaco Sign Ordinance
• Proposed amendments to the City of Weslaco Electioneering Ordinance
• Architectural design presentation by Boultinghouse Simpson Gates Architects for the Joe V. Sanchez Public Library expansion/renovation project

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss several infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements at Pleasantview & 11th St and the purchase of 1,000 water meters. The body is also considering a $330,450 award for portable radios and the annexation of South Bridge Ranchettes.

• Purchase of 1,000 water meters from Core & Main for $396,080
• Award for 296 portable radios not to exceed $330,450
• Voluntary Annexation of South Bridge Ranchettes (25.45 acres)
• Acquisition of a 2023 Freightliner with Peterson Grapple Truck for $201,540
• Final payment of $85,160 and release of $158,274 retainage to Rigney Construction for Pleasantview & 11th St Drainage

The commission renewed group health insurance with UnitedHealth Care for one year with no rate increase and rescinded the prior solicitation of proposals. It also approved a $330,450 purchase of portable radios for police, funded by a federal grant, and approved several other contracts and purchases. The commission approved a new wastewater rate for areas served by secondary providers and an interlocal agreement with NAWSC for Vaquero Estates Phase V. It also approved a final plat for a 158-lot subdivision and took no action on two items related to engineering services for the Pleasantview & 11th St drainage project.

• Approved consent agenda including voluntary annexation of South Bridge Ranchettes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-19 consolidating board appointment standards (unanimous)
• Renewed group health insurance with UnitedHealth Care for 1 year, no rate increase (unanimous, Farias abstained)
• Rescinded solicitation of proposals for group health insurance (unanimous, Farias abstained)
• Approved BlueCross BlueShield dental insurance renewal for 1 year, no rate change (unanimous, Farias abstained)
• Approved final plat for Mid Valley Estates, 158-lot subdivision with variance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-20 creating wastewater rate for secondary provider areas (unanimous)
• Approved $330,450 purchase of 160 portable radios from Mobile Relays (unanimous)

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a presentation from architect Boultinghouse Simpson Gates. The discussion focuses on the New Library/Library Renovation Project.

• Presentation by architect Boultinghouse Simpson Gates regarding the New Library/Library Renovation Project

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a meet and greet event with Johnson Controls. The notice states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business is incidental.

• Meet and greet with Johnson Controls at 275 S. Kansas Ave, Suite A

General

The Weslaco Drainage Advisory Board will meet to discuss reports from the Engineering and Public Works departments. The board may also take action to approve minutes from a January 20, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of January 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Engineering report from Albert J. Aldana, P.E.
• Public Works report from Pete Garcia, Jr.

General

Representatives from the City of Weslaco and Local 3207 of the International Association of Firefighters are meeting for collective bargaining. The group will discuss ground rules and a timetable for negotiations.

• Approval of ground rules for negotiations
• Establishment of a negotiation timetable
• Scheduling of future meeting dates and agendas

General

The Weslaco Parks Advisory Board will meet to rank proposals for a splash pad at Gibson Park. The board will also review the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan and the Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update.

• Ranking of Splash Pad Proposals for Gibson Park (RFP NO.: 2021-22-28)
• Review of Weslaco Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
• Review of Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update
• Discussion of sports organizations and use of City facilities

General

The Weslaco Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss airport operations and progress. The committee is scheduled to receive updates on a corporate hangar project and a monthly progress report.

• Corporate Hangar Project Update
• Monthly Progress Report
• Approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission issued a notice of a potential quorum for a groundbreaking ceremony. No votes will be taken and any discussion of public business is incidental to the event.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for Shops at N. Bridge at the corner of E. Expressway 83 and N. Bridge

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on rezoning and annexations, including Mid Valley Estates and South Bridge Ranchettes. The body is also considering several police department grants totaling up to $2.1 million and various infrastructure payments.

• Rezoning of 842 N. International from R-1 to R-2 Duplex and Apartment District
• Voluntary annexation of 40-acre Mid Valley Estates and 25.45-acre South Bridge Ranchettes
• Five police grants for de-escalation, school violence prevention, and accreditation totaling up to $2.1 million
• Emergency purchase of a 30 ton air-cooled condensing unit for City Hall not to exceed $42,240
• Purchase of a 2023 Freightliner with Peterson Grapple Truck for $201,540

The Weslaco City Commission approved a consent agenda including rezoning, annexation, and grant applications, then moved to new business where they approved several construction contracts, grant applications, and purchases. They also rejected all proposals for municipal court collection services and approved a settlement offer regarding a 380 Agreement. The meeting included executive session discussions on personnel, union contracts, and economic development incentives.

• Approved consent agenda items A, B, C, D, E, H, I (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 School Violence Prevention Program Grant application up to $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Preventing School Violence: BJA's Stop School Violence Program Grant application up to $1,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Shops at N Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-18 for Voluntary Annexation of South Bridge Ranchettes (unanimous)
• Authorized request to Hidalgo County to annex portion of Mile 10 North Road (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Weslaco North Side Sports Complex, decreasing contract by $10,315.14 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Payment No. 15 and release of retainage for Weslaco North Side Sports Complex (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and consider several preliminary and final plats for subdivisions. The body will also consider a voluntary annexation of land and a plat extension.

• Preliminary/Final Plat for San Gabriel Subdivision Ph II (10.01-acre tract)
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Shops at N. Bridge Subdivision (10.657-acre tract)
• Final Plat for Mid Valley Estates (40.00-acre tract)
• Six-month extension of Final Plat for Greener Pastures Mobile Home Subdivision PH II
• Voluntary Annexation of South Bridge Ranchettes (25.45 acre tract)

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board is meeting to review financial and librarian reports. The board will discuss the use and reinvestment of booth endowment funds and a report on the Summer Reading Program.

• Discussion of reinvestment and directives for booth endowment funds
• Report on the Library Summer Reading Program (May 31, 2022 – July 16, 2022)
• Approval of April 11, 2022 meeting minutes

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a rezoning request, two conditional use permits for alcohol sales, a voluntary annexation, and a mid-year budget amendment. The consent agenda includes grant acceptance, plat extensions, and lease renewals. New business covers construction approvals, insurance renewals, and infrastructure purchases.

• Rezone 842 N. International from R-1 to R-2 (Ordinance 2022-16)
• Conditional use permits for wine/malt beverage sales at 623 W Business 83 and 1302 N Texas Blvd
• Voluntary annexation of Mid Valley Estates (40 acres) via Ordinance 2022-17
• Budget amendment Ordinance 2022-15 (second reading)
• Accept $78,735.25 BZFD grant for two wildland firefighting UTVs

The commission approved a rezoning for apartments, several final plats, a voluntary annexation, and a cementitious factory. It also approved a price increase for a wastewater blower, adopted the updated Parks Masterplan, and settled a legal claim. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning 842 N. International from R-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits for wine/malt beverage sales at 623 W Business 83 and 1302 N Texas Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for District North Weslaco Ph. II with variances (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Pleasant View Village with 10-ft rear setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Ten Fifteen Subdivision as private gated (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-17 for voluntary annexation of Mid Valley Estates (unanimous)
• Approved construction of cementitious manufacturing factory at 615 E Business 83 (unanimous)
• Approved $386,390 for aeration blower for North Wastewater Treatment Plant (unanimous)

General

The Weslaco Parks Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and consider recommending the updated Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Masterplan to the City Commission. The board will only discuss this item; no final action will be taken at this meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and consideration on recommendation to City Commission regarding adoption of the updated Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Masterplan
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at City Hall, 255 S. Kansas Avenue, Weslaco, TX

General

The Weslaco Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of April minutes, a monthly progress report, a corporate hangar project update, and a fee structure report. No votes on specific items are listed; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Monthly progress report
• Corporate hangar project update
• Fee structure report

General

The Weslaco Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will hold a regular meeting to consider a variance request from the city's Sign Ordinance for a property at 1001 W. Business 83, also known as Lot 4 of Valley View Heights. The petitioner is The Art-Land Signs LLC. The board will also approve minutes from its April 13, 2022 meeting and take public comments.

• Variance request from Weslaco Sign Ordinance for Secondary and Highway Business District at 1001 W. Business 83
• Petitioner: The Art-Land Signs LLC
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Weslaco Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including a rezoning request, two conditional use permits for alcohol sales, and multiple preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions. They will also discuss a cement manufacturing factory and extensions for existing plats. The meeting is a regular session with possible action on these items.

• Rezone 842 N. International from R-1 to R-2 (6.17 acres)
• Conditional Use Permit for wine/malt beverage on-premise at 623 W Business 83
• Conditional Use Permit for wine/malt beverage on-premise at 1302 N Texas Blvd
• Preliminary plat for Mid Valley Estates (40 acres, SW corner Mile 6 N & Mile 6 ½ W)
• Final plat for District North Weslaco Ph. II (39.988 acres, SE corner Mile 5 ½ W & Mile 11 N Rd)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 3, 2022, to consider a range of items including a mid-year budget amendment, a letter of intent for a $750,000 swimming pool grant, and a rezoning request. The agenda also includes consent items, old business on personnel policies, and several new business items involving contracts and financial reports. Executive session will address personnel, contract negotiations, and legal matters.

• Ordinance 2022-14: Rezone 211 S Milanos Road (8.00 acres) from R-1 to R-2 (second reading)
• Inter-local contract with Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for $24,375 Regional Solid Waste Grant
• Ordinance 2022-15: Mid-year budget amendment (first reading)
• Award to Precision Pump Systems for new 8" Gorman Rupp pump for lift station 12, not to exceed $24,188
• Letter of Intent to Knapp Community Care Foundation for up to $750,000 for new swimming pool

The Weslaco City Commission unanimously approved submitting a joint application with Hidalgo County for a $4 million Congressional Earmark to fund a 3-mile roadway project on Mile 10 from FM1015 to Westgate, including sidewalks and a bike lane. The commission also approved a consent agenda that included rezoning 211 S Milanos Road to R-2, a $24,375 solid waste grant, and a library book program. Other actions included amending personnel policies for on-call pay, approving a mid-year budget amendment, and authorizing a letter of intent for a new swimming pool. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a pump purchase.

• Approved joint application with Hidalgo County for $4M Congressional Earmark for Mile 10 roadway project (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning 211 S Milanos Rd to R-2, $24,375 solid waste grant, and library book program (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Personnel Policies for On-Call Pay to comply with FLSA (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-15 adopting mid-year budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $24,188 purchase of 8" Gorman Rupp pump for Lift Station 12 (Commissioner Farias abstained)
• Approved Letter of Intent to Knapp Community Care Foundation for up to $750,000 for new swimming pool (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support to WISD for Music Playscape grant at Gibson Park (unanimous)
• Approved ERO Amendment #3 for $16,349.92 for police/fire project (unanimous)

City Commission

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular meeting. No votes will be taken. City Commission members may attend a ribbon cutting for Mr. Gatti's Pizza and a tour of the Clean Label Foods building, where any discussion of public business is incidental.

• Ribbon cutting at Mr. Gatti's Pizza, 2001 W. Expressway 83, May 2, 2022, 10:00 AM
• Tour of Clean Label Foods building, 1500 Vo Tech Drive, May 6, 2022, 2:00 PM
• No votes or official actions scheduled

General

The Weslaco Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several personnel matters, including ratifying scores from fire and police promotional/entry-level exams, amending Civil Service Rules and Regulations, appointing a new Civil Service Director, and considering a grievance from Fire Inspector II Jesse J. Valderas. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Ratify scores for Fire Promotional Captain Examination (March 28, 2022)
• Ratify scores for Fire Promotional Lieutenant Examination (March 28, 2022)
• Ratify scores for Police Entry Level Examination (February 18, 2022)
• Discuss amending Civil Service Rules and Regulations
• Consider grievance submitted by Fire Inspector II Jesse J. Valderas

General

The Weslaco Parks Advisory Board is holding a workshop to discuss the Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Master Plan Survey. The meeting is for discussion only; no formal action will be taken.

• Discussion of Weslaco Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Master Plan Survey

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission holds a regular meeting with public hearings on five rezoning and conditional-use permit requests, then votes on ordinances and contracts. Major items include a wastewater treatment interlocal agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation, several large equipment purchases, and approval of the city's annual financial report. The agenda also includes an executive session covering personnel, contract negotiations, and multiple legal matters.

• Public hearings and first readings for rezonings at 901 Hackberry, 149 N. Pleasantview Dr., and 211 S Milanos Rd.
• Conditional use permits for alcohol sales at 4024 E Interstate 2 and 1411 W. Interstate 2
• Wholesale Wastewater Treatment Interlocal Agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
• Purchase of two 2024 Peterbilt garbage trucks up to $646,000; water/sewer pipe bursting contracts up to $308,790 and $308,500
• Contingency fund changes: +$8,310 for new police dept., -$57,749 for downtown fire station

General

The Weslaco Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of previous minutes, a monthly progress report, an update on the corporate hangar project, and a presentation from KSA. No votes on substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2022 meeting
• Monthly progress report
• Corporate Hangar Project update
• KSA presentation

General

The Parks Advisory Board will review updates to the City of Weslaco Comprehensive Plan regarding parks, recreation, and trails. The meeting also includes discussions on a master plan survey, budget updates, and the use of city facilities by sports organizations.

• Update to City of Weslaco Comprehensive Plan (Chapter 4 and Chapter 10)
• Weslaco Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Survey
• Fiscal Year 22 Budget and Capital Projects 5-year Plan Update
• Discussion of sports organizations and use of City facilities

General

The Weslaco Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will hold a regular meeting to consider eight variance requests from the city's sign and zoning ordinances. The board will also approve minutes from its March 9, 2022 meeting and take public comments. All items are for discussion and consideration only; no final action is listed on the agenda.

• Variance from Sign Ordinance at 1605 N Texas (Lot 10, Frost Proof Heights #13), petitioner Esteban Estevane
• Variance from R-1 Zoning Ordinance at 3711 El Nido (Lot 72, Paseo Del Angel), petitioner Sunset Pavers
• Variance from R-1 Zoning Ordinance at 2102 King Dr. (Lot 22, Caballero No. 1), petitioner Premier Pools & Spas
• Variance from R-1 Zoning Ordinance at 1105 W. 7th (45' of Lot 4 & all of Lot 5, Block 6, Greenbriar Estates No. 2), petitioners Harold & Deborah Zurlo
• Variance from R-1 Zoning Ordinance at 314 Polanco (Lot 3, Block 5, Tejas Subdivision), petitioner Armando Tafolla

City Commission

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular meeting. One or more Weslaco City Commissioners may attend the Urban County Hidalgo County Leadership Conference on April 7-8, 2022, in South Padre Island. No votes will be taken, and any discussion of public business is incidental. The agenda contains no action items.

• Notice of potential quorum for Urban County Hidalgo County Leadership Conference
• Event location: 500 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
• No votes or formal business scheduled

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission holds a special meeting to consider two rezonings from residential to business districts and two conditional use permits for beverage sales. The body also reviews preliminary and final plats for five subdivisions, including District North Weslaco Ph. II and San Gabriel Subdivision Ph II. Additionally, the commission discusses a potential workshop for the 2022 addendum to the City of Weslaco Comprehensive Plan.

• Rezone 901 Hackberry (Bougainvillea Heights Subdivision) from R-1 One Family Dwelling to B-1 neighborhood business district
• Rezone 149 N. Pleasantview Dr (West Tract Subdivision) from R-1 One Family Dwelling to B-2 secondary and highway business district
• Conditional Use Permit for Wine and Malt Beverage retail at 4024 E Interstate 2 (Royal Subdivision)
• Conditional Use Permit for on-premise mixed beverage at 1411 W. Interstate 2 (Harbor Freight Subdivision)
• Preliminary Plat for District North Weslaco Ph. II Subdivision (39.988 acres) and Shops at N. Bridge Subdivision (10.657 acres)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, an ordinance on sex offenders, agreements with WISD and a vocational institute, plat extensions, and a COVID-19 disaster declaration extension. New business includes final plats for several subdivisions, a voluntary annexation, and awarding contracts for grounds maintenance, street materials, and pavement markings. The commission will also enter executive session to discuss personnel, contract negotiations, and legal matters.

• Ordinance 2022-10 adding sex offender regulations (second reading)
• Voluntary annexation of 211 S Milanos Road (8 acres)
• Grounds maintenance contract to JC3 Lawn & Landscape ($57,830)
• Street materials contracts to Frontera Materials, Terra Firma Materials, Asphalt Oil Express
• Pavement markings contract to Pavement Markings Inc.

The Weslaco City Commission approved the consent agenda, three final plats, a voluntary annexation, and several contracts including grounds maintenance, street materials, and pavement markings. They also approved the sole source purchase of a wastewater blower and solicitation of bids for its installation. In executive session, they denied a tuition reimbursement request and directed the EDC to revise incentives for Project Cool Air.

• Approved consent agenda including sex offender ordinance, WISD facility rental agreement, and COVID-19 disaster declaration extension (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Moonlight Subdivision with variance (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Sugarcane Estates Subdivision with variance (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Highland Manor PH 2 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-11 for voluntary annexation of 211 S Milanos Road (unanimous)
• Awarded grounds maintenance contract to JC3 Lawn & Landscape for $57,830 (unanimous)
• Awarded street materials contracts to Frontera Materials, Terra Firma Materials, and Asphalt Oil Express (unanimous)
• Approved sole source purchase of centrifugal blower for $305,700 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the appointment of an Interim City Manager in executive session, with possible action to follow. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including public comments and standard meeting formalities.

• Discussion of Interim City Manager appointment (executive session)
• Possible action on executive session discussion
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board is holding a regular meeting with no new business listed. The agenda includes approval of February minutes, financial and librarian reports, and an HCLS report, plus a public comment period. This is a routine procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or proposals on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2022 regular meeting
• Financial Report
• Librarian's Report
• HCLS Report
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

General

The Weslaco Drainage Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting on March 17, 2022. The agenda includes public comment, approval of the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes, and reports from the Engineering and Public Works departments. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine and procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2022 regular meeting
• Engineering report by Albert J. Aldana, P.E.
• Public Works report by Pete Garcia, Jr.
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Next meeting set for May 19, 2022

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews of finalists and possibly select a new City Manager. The interviews and selection will occur in executive session, with possible action afterward. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comments and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview finalists and possibly select City Manager
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker
• Meeting at 255 South Kansas Avenue, Weslaco, TX

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including a rezoning, police vehicle purchases, and grant acceptances. New business includes discussions on a sex offender ordinance, a collection services contract, and a property dedication. The commission will also hold an executive session on personnel, legal, and economic development matters.

• Ordinance 2022-08 to rezone 1719 W Business 83 from R-1 to R-2 (7.092 acres)
• Contract for fireworks display to Pyro Shows of Texas, Inc. for $30,000
• Purchase of marked police unit (up to $75,000) and unmarked unit (up to $50,000)
• Acceptance of FY21 Operation Stonegarden Grant of $270,000
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-10 adding sex offender regulations (Section 82.252)

General

The Weslaco Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of previous meeting minutes, a monthly progress report, and an update on the corporate hangar project. No votes on substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2022 meeting
• Monthly progress report
• Corporate Hangar Project update

General

The Weslaco Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will hold a regular meeting to consider two variance requests: one from the city's zoning ordinance for properties in the Airport Heights Subdivision, and another from the sign ordinance for a property at 2100 E IH 2. The board will also approve minutes from its February 9, 2022 meeting and take public comments.

• Variance request from Chapter 150-12 (C) (6) (B) of Weslaco's New Zoning Ordinance for lots 13-35 Airport Heights Subdivision, petitioner Jeffery Erickson
• Variance request from Weslaco's Sign Ordinance for Secondary and Highway Business District at 2100 E IH 2 (Lot 4A of Jones Davis Harren), petitioner Mohammad Alamad
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comments limited to three minutes per presenter

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Weslaco Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several subdivision plats, including preliminary and final approvals, extensions, and a voluntary annexation. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker and must be registered in advance.

• Preliminary plat for San Gabriel Subdivision, 9.98 acres, east of Westgate Dr.
• Preliminary plat for Villas San Miguel Subdivision, 20.00 acres, east of Mile 5 ½ West
• Preliminary and final plats for Moonlight Subdivision, 4.00 acres, west side of F.M. 88
• Final plat for Sugarcane Estates Subdivision, 5.963 acres, Mireles Rd & W Sugarcane Dr.
• Voluntary annexation of 211 S Milanos, 8.00 acres, Milanos Rd.

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on three items: awarding an emergency manhole repair contract, approving a utility reimbursement agreement for an industrial park, and selecting a city manager in executive session. The manhole repair item was tabled from a previous meeting.

• Award emergency manhole repair at Milano and Mile 5 (Near Lift Station 37) to Reya Construction, not to exceed $187,000
• Utility Reimbursement Agreement for Mid Valley International Industrial Park on FM 1015 and Mile 9
• Executive session to discuss and possibly select a City Manager applicant

The City Commission approved an emergency rehabilitation manhole repair at Milano and Mile 5, awarding the contract to Reya Construction for up to $187,000, including a performance bond. The commission also approved a Utility Reimbursement Agreement for the Mid Valley International Industrial Park. No action was taken on the City Manager position after executive session.

• Awarded emergency manhole repair to Reya Construction, not to exceed $187,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Reimbursement Agreement for Mid Valley International Industrial Park (Commissioner Kerr abstained)
• No action on City Manager position after executive session

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly select an applicant for the City Manager position. The discussion will occur in executive session under Texas Government Code §551.074, with possible action afterward. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Executive session to discuss and interview City Manager applicants
• Possible action on City Manager selection
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Weslaco City Commission held a special meeting on March 8, 2022, and after an executive session, voted unanimously to conduct final interviews at the next meeting for two city manager applicants, Manuel de la Rosa and Daniel Serna. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Moved to final interviews at next meeting for city manager applicants Manuel de la Rosa and Daniel Serna (unanimous)

General

The Records Management Committee of Weslaco, TX will meet to consider approving the destruction of records from 2021 and prior years, and to review the minutes from its April 1, 2021 meeting. The agenda contains only these two administrative items, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Consider approval of destruction of records from 2021 and prior years
• Review and possible approval of April 1, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Weslaco Planning and Zoning Commission will consider preliminary and final plats for several subdivisions, including San Gabriel, Villas San Miguel, Moonlight, Sugarcane Estates, Highland Manor PH 2, and extensions for Milanos Estates 1 and Pike District. They will also discuss a voluntary annexation of 8 acres at 211 S Milanos. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Preliminary plat for San Gabriel Subdivision (9.98 acres, near Westgate Dr.)
• Preliminary plat for Villas San Miguel Subdivision (20.00 acres, east of Mile 5 ½ West)
• Preliminary and final plats for Moonlight Subdivision (4.00 acres, west side of F.M. 88)
• Final plat for Sugarcane Estates Subdivision (5.963 acres, Mireles Rd & W Sugarcane Dr.)
• Voluntary annexation of 8.00 acres at 211 S Milanos

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider designating the Mid Valley International Industrial Park as Reinvestment Zone No. 2 under the Texas Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, which could provide tax incentives. The commission will also vote on several rezonings, a demolition order for two properties, and multiple contracts, including a $179,500 emergency manhole repair and a $83,521.33 Microsoft licensing renewal.

• Public hearing and consideration of Reinvestment Zone No. 2 for Mid Valley International Industrial Park
• Final reading of ordinances to rezone 105 W Adelita St, 108 W Adelita St, and 4027 E Expressway 83
• Demolition order for 1502 Mile 5 North and 101 N Texas Ave
• Emergency manhole repair at Milano and Mile 5 to Reya Construction, not to exceed $179,500
• Renewal of Microsoft Office365 licensing with SHI Government Solutions, first year $83,521.33

The Weslaco City Commission approved several rezoning ordinances, including 105 W Adelita St, 108 W Adelita St, 4027 E Expressway 83, and 1719 W Business 83. They also approved a one-year solid waste disposal contract with Republic Services, a $50,000 purchase of commercial bins, and a $13,500 change order for the Recycling Building Renovations project. The commission tabled a $179,500 manhole repair contract and took no action on several other items.

• Approved rezoning of 105 W Adelita St to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 108 W Adelita St to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4027 E Expressway 83 to B-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1719 W Business 83 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved one-year disposal contract with Republic Services (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 purchase of 31 commercial bins from Wastequip (unanimous)
• Tabled $179,500 manhole repair contract with Reya Construction (unanimous)
• Approved demolition order for 1502 Mile 5 North (unanimous)

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board will meet to discuss a pending contract with Boultinghouse Simpson Gates Architects for a new library and renovation project. The meeting also includes financial, librarian, and HCLS reports.

• Discussion of pending contract with Boultinghouse Simpson Gates Architects for the new library/library renovation project
• Approval of minutes from the January 17, 2022, regular meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests, including three from R-1 to R-2 and one from R-1 to B-2, and will discuss preliminary and final plats for several subdivisions, plus a six-month extension for the Verona Subdivision final plat. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 5, 2021, and public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Rezone 105 W Adelita St from R-1 to R-2
• Rezone 108 W Adelita St from R-1 to R-2
• Rezone 1719 W Business 83 (7.092 acres) from R-1 to R-2
• Rezone 4027 E Expressway 83 from R-1 to B-2
• Preliminary plat for Sugarcane Estates (5.963 acres) and Kingdom Estates (26.20 acres)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a new redistricting plan based on 2020 Census data, creating four single-member and two at-large districts. The consent agenda includes final approval of four rezoning ordinances, multiple grant applications, and routine renewals. Old business includes a wastewater interlocal agreement and change orders for drainage and airport projects. New business includes a fee schedule amendment and financial reports.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-16 to adopt new single-member redistricting plan
• Ordinances 2022-01 through 2022-04: rezone properties at 1402 W Mile 5 North Rd, 3631 S Westgate, 1402 W Sugarcane Dr, and 505 S Oklahoma Ave
• Purchase of 5 portable ventilators from Zoll Medical for $44,982
• Change Order #2 for Airport Corporate Hangar Project: $135,994
• Change Order #16 for Pleasantview & 11th St Drainage: $40,000

General

The Weslaco Drainage Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from October 28, 2021, and discuss a recommendation to the City Commission to fill a vacant board position. Engineering and Public Works reports will be presented. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approve minutes of October 28, 2021 regular meeting
• Recommendation to City Commission to appoint to vacant board position
• Engineering report by Albert J. Aldana, P.E.
• Public Works report by Pete Garcia, Jr.

General

The Weslaco Board of Adjustments and Appeals of Zoning will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider five variance requests from the city's zoning and sign ordinances. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and take public comments. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and consideration.

• Variance request for R-2 Duplex and Apartment District at 110 & 114 Adelita St. (petitioner: Nelda Gonzalez)
• Variance request from Sign Ordinance for Industrial District at 913 S. Airport Dr. (petitioner: GTO Signs & Services)
• Variance request for R-2 Duplex and Apartment District at 2804, 2808 & 2812 Rosemary Dr. (petitioner: Glenda Garcia)
• Variance request for R-1 Single Family Dwelling District at 1113 Stone St. (petitioner: Premier Pools & Spa)
• Variance request for Industrial district at 1500 VoTech Dr. (petitioner: Forward Investment Group LLC)

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold public hearings and first readings on four rezoning ordinances, consider a conditional use permit for a bar's alcohol permits, and vote on several contracts including a $1.15 million sports lighting system and a $225,000 emergency manhole repair. The agenda also includes consent items, appointments, old business, and executive session discussions.

• Rezoning 1402 W Mile 5 North Rd from M-1 to R-2 (Ordinance 2022-01)
• Rezoning 3631 S Westgate from M-1 to R-1 (Ordinance 2022-02)
• Rezoning 1402 W Sugarcane Dr from R-2 to R-4 (Ordinance 2022-03)
• Conditional Use Permit for Caliente Restaurant Bar LLC for alcohol permits at 2307 W Interstate 2
• Contract award to Musco Lighting for $1,151,104 for sports lighting at Mayor Pablo Pena Park

The Weslaco City Commission approved four rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for a restaurant bar, a final plat for a new subdivision, and several contracts including a skate park repair and a police/fire off-site improvements project. They also rejected bids for a water line project and a recycling building remodel, and authorized demolition of the old Fire Administration building.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 rezoning 1402 W Mile 5 North Rd to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-02 rezoning 3631 S Westgate to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-03 rezoning 1402 W Sugarcane Dr to R-4 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-04 rezoning 505 S Oklahoma Ave to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Caliente Restaurant Bar LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Punta Del Cielo Subdivision with variance (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to American Ramp Company for skate park repairs up to $37,622 (unanimous)
• Rejected Musco Lighting bid and will solicit new bids for park lighting (unanimous, Farias abstained)

General

The Weslaco Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the pending City Commission selection of an architecture firm for the new library/library renovation project. The board will also receive financial, librarian, and HCLS reports, and consider approval of the November 22, 2021 meeting minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of architecture firm selection for new library/library renovation
• Approval of minutes from November 22, 2021 regular meeting
• Financial report
• Librarian's report
• HCLS report

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss city goals and objectives, including the Master Plan, water/wastewater business plan, hike and bike trails, sanitation fees, service credits, an electioneering ordinance, financing for the municipal pool, and street improvements. No formal action will be taken; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of City of Weslaco Master Plan
• Business Plan for Water/Wastewater Collection
• Sanitation Fees and Master Fee Schedule
• Financing for Municipal Pool
• Electioneering Ordinance

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission and the Weslaco Independent School Board of Trustees will hold a joint workshop to discuss the Regional Detention Facility at Cleckler-Heald Elementary, hike and bike trails, and school lot paving improvements. This is a discussion item only; no decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Regional Detention Facility at Cleckler-Heald Elementary
• Discussion of hike and bike trails
• Discussion of school lot paving improvements

General

The Weslaco Mid Valley Airport Advisory Committee will meet to receive reports on the runway lighting project, corporate hangar project, and AWOS project, and to approve the minutes from the December 9, 2022 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions on specific contracts or expenditures listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2022 regular meeting
• Monthly progress report
• Runway lighting project report
• Corporate hangar project update
• AWOS project report

General

The Weslaco Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider two personnel items: ratifying the Fire Promotional Driver Examination held on December 20, 2021, and setting a date for the Entry Level Police Officer examination. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 10, 2021, and public comments.

• Ratify Fire Promotional Driver Examination held December 20, 2021
• Set date for Entry Level Police Officers examination
• Approve minutes from October 10, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Weslaco Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider five rezoning requests, including changes from mobile home to residential districts, and a conditional use permit for alcohol permits. They will also discuss preliminary and final plats for three subdivisions. Public comments are limited to three minutes and must be registered before the meeting.

• Rezone 1402 W Mile 5 North Rd from M-1 to R-2
• Rezone 3631 S Westgate from M-1 to R-1
• Rezone 1402 W Sugarcane Dr from R-1 to R-4
• Rezone 505 S Oklahoma Ave from R-1 to R-2
• Conditional use permit for alcohol permits at 2307 W Interstate 2 Suite A

City Commission

The Weslaco City Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 4, 2022, to consider consent agenda items including three rezoning ordinances, several contracts, and a disaster declaration extension. New business includes a wastewater interlocal agreement, a change order for drainage improvements, and bids for park fencing and grounds maintenance. The commission will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel, contract negotiations, real property, and legal matters.

• Ordinance 2021-50: Rezone 3701 S. Westgate (9.98 ac) from M-1 to R-1
• Ordinance 2021-51: Rezone 3210 N Texas (18.067 ac) from R-1 to PUD
• Ordinance 2021-52: Create R-4 residential narrow lot zoning
• Change order #16 for $40,000 for Pleasantview & 11th Street Drainage Improvements
• Award fencing project at Mayor Pablo Pena Park to Hurricane Fence Company for $77,292

The Weslaco City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included three zoning ordinance changes on second reading: rezoning 3701 S. Westgate from M-1 to R-1, rezoning 3210 N Texas from R-1 to a Planned Unit Development, and creating a new R-4 residential zoning district. The commission also approved several other items, including a fencing project at Mayor Pablo Peña Park and a grounds maintenance contract. The commission took no action on a wastewater treatment interlocal agreement and a change order for a drainage project.

• Approved consent agenda including three zoning ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved $77,292 permanent fencing bid for Mayor Pablo Peña Park (unanimous)
• Approved $37,165 grounds maintenance contract to South Texas Landscaping & Irrigation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 appointing Dora Hernandez and Elda Arriaga to Tower of Honor Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved January 15, 2022 for City Commission Retreat (unanimous)
• Approved January 13, 2022 for joint workshop with Weslaco ISD (unanimous)
• Approved city assuming monthly streetlight bill for North Park Place Phase I (Commissioner Farias abstained)
• Approved financial incentives for Project Bridge (Commissioner Kerr abstained)