Alpine public meetings in 2024

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss budgets for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 fiscal years and updates to the municipal pool ordinance. The board will also consider recommending an ordinance to establish new rules, a permitting process, and penalties for city parks.

• Proposed ordinance for city park rules and permitting process
• Proposed penalties for park violations up to $500 per occurrence
• Proposed fines for public health and safety violations of $2,000, $4,000, and $10,000
• Discussion of 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Parks budgets
• Discussion of Article III - Municipal Pool city ordinance

The Parks & Recreation Board approved a recommendation to City Council for a new park ordinance that establishes rules, a permitting process, and fines up to $10,000 for health and safety violations. The board amended the motion to strictly prohibit alcohol except with a permit signed by the City Manager and Chief of Police. The board also tabled a discussion of park budgets and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of park budgets for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved amended park ordinance recommendation to City Council (unanimous, with amendment requiring alcohol permit)

General

The Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee will hear a report on tax collections and consider a long‑term strategy for allocating annual funds. Members will also discuss potential updates to the Hotel Occupancy Tax ordinance, including new definitions, reporting requirements, deadlines, and penalties. No specific actions are listed for this meeting.

• Report on Hotel Occupancy Tax collections process (R. Stephens, City Council)
• Long‑term strategy for Hotel Occupancy Tax fund allocation (R. Stephens, City Council)
• Discussion of possible updates to the Hotel Occupancy Tax ordinance (definitions, reporting, deadlines, penalties) (M. Antrim, City Manager)
• Public comments limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per person
• Approval of minutes from the previous board meeting

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider the first reading of Ordinance 2024-11-01, which authorizes the vacation, abandonment, and sale of portions of Saltillo Avenue, Monterey Avenue, Tuluco Avenue, Avenue C, and Morilos Avenue. The council will also adopt the Official Zoning Map of Alpine and review a recommendation for Replat 2024-12-01 affecting 513 N. 16th Street. Additional discussion items include updates to the Short Term Rental Ordinance, the Holland Renovation Project, and the City’s Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-11-01 to vacate, abandon, and sell specified street parcels
• Resolution 2024-12-01 adopting the Official Zoning Map of Alpine
• Recommendation on Replat 2024-12-01 for 513 N. 16th Street, retaining R-2 Two Family zoning
• Discussion of Short Term Rental Ordinance updates (parking, permit fees, definitions)
• Discussion of Holland Renovation Project status and possible tax concessions

The City Council unanimously approved Replat 2024-12-01 for property at 513 N. 16th Street, reflecting updated ownership. The council voted to withdraw action item 12A, the ordinance authorizing vacation and sale of unimproved street portions in Colima Addition. A resolution to adopt the Official Zoning Map was discussed but not approved. The meeting included an executive session with no action taken afterward.

• Approved Replat 2024-12-01 for 513 N. 16th St. (unanimous)
• Withdrew action item 12A (street vacation/sale ordinance) (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not approve Resolution 2024-12-01 (Official Zoning Map)
• Approved consent agenda including Nov 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session (unanimous)
• Ended executive session with no action (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider several ordinances, including a proposal to vacate, abandon, and sell unimproved sections of Saltillo Avenue, Monterey Avenue, Tuluco Avenue, and Avenue C in the Colima Addition. Public hearings will be held on the charter amendment results and the FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment. Additional actions include a water‑planning administrative agreement, a software contract for short‑term rental management, and hiring the new Director of Finance.

• Ordinance 2024-11-01: authorize vacation, abandonment, and sale of portions of Saltillo Ave, Monterey Ave, Tuluco Ave, and Avenue C (Colima Addition)
• Ordinance 2024-11-02: declare results of the Nov 5, 2024 special election to amend the city charter
• Ordinance 2024-11-03: amend the City of Alpine FY 2024‑2025 budget
• Administrative Cost Agreement with Rio Grande Council of Governments for the Far West Texas Water Planning Group
• Contract with Deckard Technologies for Rentalscape software to manage short‑term rentals

The Alpine City Council approved several items, including a budget amendment, short-term rental management software, hiring a finance director, and a hybrid compensation plan. They also canvassed the special election results and postponed a street vacation ordinance. The meeting included executive session discussions on property and personnel matters.

• Approved consent agenda including FY 2024-2025 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Deckard Technologies Rentalscape software for short-term rental management (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Victoria Sanchez as Director of Finance (unanimous)
• Approved Hybrid Compensation Plan for city employees effective Nov 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved canvassing results of Nov 5 special election on charter amendments (unanimous)
• Postponed first reading of Ordinance 2024-11-01 on street vacation to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Oct 23 town hall minutes with amendment noting Councilor Stephens arrived late (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to gather data for potential offer on Bill Ivey property (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a recommendation to City Council regarding a replat application for 513 N. 16th Street. The commission will also discuss updates to the city's zoning requirements and land use regulations.

• Public hearing and recommendation for Replat 2024-12-01 at 513 N. 16th Street
• Discussion of updates to Appendix C - Zoning to the Alpine Code of Ordinances

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a recommendation to City Council for a replat at 513 N. 16th Street to reflect updated ownership of purchased public property. The board also approved the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for Replat 2024-12-01 at 513 N. 16th Street (unanimous)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from its January and September meetings. It will discuss updates on Pueblo Nuevo Park and other board tasks. The board will vote on a recommendation to amend Chapter 74 of the Alpine Code of Ordinances, creating a permitting process and allowing penalties of up to $500 per violation. It will also appoint a Vice‑Chair and consider other leadership positions.

• Approve January 10, 2024 and September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss updates on Pueblo Nuevo Park
• Recommend ordinance amendment to Chapter 74, adding a permitting process and $500 penalties per violation
• Appoint a Vice‑Chair for the Parks and Recreation Board
• Consider appointing additional board leadership roles

The Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved minutes from January and September 2024 meetings. The board appointed Luis Gomez as Vice-Chair and Kristal Baca as Secretary, both unanimously. No action was taken on a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 74 park rules, including a permitting process and up to $500 penalty per violation.

• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Luis Gomez as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Kristal Baca as Secretary (unanimous)
• No action taken on park rules ordinance amendment

Music Advisory Board

The Alpine Music Advisory Board will hold a public hearing and discussion on the city’s noise ordinance. Members will consider updates and changes based on recent complaints and will discuss recommending amendments to the City Council. No decisions on ordinance changes are scheduled, only discussion and a possible recommendation.

• Discuss noise ordinance considerations, including possible updates and changes
• Consider approving an updated recommendation to the Alpine City Council on proposed noise ordinance amendments

City Council

The Alpine City Council meeting will consider approvals for a replat at 402 E. Gallego Avenue, a special use permit for Viva Cow Dog & Cafe at 215 E. Holland Avenue, and a setback variance at 513 N. 16th Street. Council members will also vote on creating a bike lane on Avenue B and transferring $10,000 from the Texas Class Reserve Fire account to the Alpine Emergency Services Board. These items are listed as action items for the November 5, 2024 meeting.

• Approve Replat 2024-11-01 for 402 E. Gallego Avenue (Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend)
• Approve Special Use Permit 2024-11-01 for Viva Cow Dog & Cafe at 215 E. Holland Avenue (Benjamin Garcia)
• Approve Variance 2024-11-01 for 513 N. 16th Street (Ni Feng Li and Xiudan Lin)
• Approve bike lane on Avenue B from N Harrison St to N Hancock Dr
• Approve transfer of $10,000 to Alpine Emergency Services Board

The Alpine City Council approved a replat for the Family Crisis Center, a special use permit for beer and wine sales at Viva Cow Dog & Cafe, a setback variance at 513 N. 16th Street, a bike lane on Avenue B, and a $10,000 transfer to the Alpine Emergency Services Board. The council also adopted a policy prohibiting TikTok on city devices, with one councilor voting against. No items were withdrawn or added to the agenda.

• Approved Replat 2024-11-01 for Family Crisis Center (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2024-11-01 for Viva Cow Dog & Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved Variance 2024-11-01 for 513 N. 16th St (unanimous)
• Approved bike lane on Avenue B from N Harrison St to N Hancock Dr (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer to Alpine Emergency Services Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-11-02 prohibiting TikTok on city devices (6-1, Stone opposed)
• Approved October 15 meeting minutes with amendment (unanimous)
• Approved credit card policy and Music Advisory Board appointment (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three land-use applications. The body will also consider recommending an updated zoning map from the Rio Grande Council of Governments to the City Council.

• Variance 2024-11-01: Request for 0 feet of setback at 513 N. 16th Street (standard is 12.5 feet)
• Special Use Permit 2024-11-01: Beer and wine sales for Viva Cow Dog & Cafe at 215 E. Holland Avenue
• Replat 2024-11-01: Ownership update for an unimproved alleyway at 402 E. Gallego Avenue
• Recommendation to City Council regarding an updated zoning map from the Rio Grande Council of Governments

The commission unanimously approved a property replat, a special use permit for alcohol sales, and a residential setback variance. The board also recommended an updated zoning map to the City Council with specific district amendments.

• Approved Replat 2024-11-01 for Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2024-11-01 for beer and wine sales at Viva Cow Dog & Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved Variance 2024-11-01 for 0-foot setback at 513 N. 16th Street (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for updated zoning map, removing C-2A District and renaming R-4 Mobile Home District to R-4 Mixed Residential District (unanimous)
• Approved August 26 and September 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold a town hall to answer questions and gather input about the November 5, 2024 special city charter election, which includes nine propositions that could amend the city charter. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as call to order, public comments, public presentations, council member comments, and a possible executive session. No formal action will be taken on any item during this meeting.

• Town Hall Discussion on the Nov 5, 2024 Special City Charter Election (9 propositions)
• Public Comments – limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per person
• Public Presentations & Recognitions
• City Council Member Comments
• Executive Session – may be called to discuss listed items

The Alpine City Council held a town hall meeting to discuss the November 5, 2024, Special City Charter Election, which includes 9 propositions that may amend the City Charter. Mayor Catherine Eaves, Councilor Darin Nance, and city staff answered questions and engaged with the public. No formal action was taken, as town hall meetings are informal and no action may be taken at them.

• No formal action taken at town hall meeting
• Discussed November 5, 2024, Special City Charter Election with 9 propositions

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the sale of a city-owned strip of land on W. Brown Ave and two short-term rental permits. The body will also discuss water infrastructure, noise ordinance outcomes, and potential rezoning for a property on S. Walker Street.

• Sale of .025 acres of city-owned property on W. Brown Ave to Li Feng Ni
• Short-term rental permits for 904 W. Ft Davis Avenue and 900 E. Avenue J
• Funding contracts for Alpine Public Library, Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend, and Children's Advocacy Center
• Proposed rezoning of 601 South Walker Street from R-4 Mobile Home to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Closure of North Highway 118 (between Holland and Avenue E) for Artwalk on Nov 22-24, 2024

The Alpine City Council approved the second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-10-01, authorizing the vacation, abandonment, and sale of a 205 square-foot strip of city-owned right-of-way on W. Brown Ave to Li Feng Ni, with proceeds going to street improvements. The council also approved several resolutions, including a highway closure for Artwalk, participation in an airport maintenance grant program, and transfer of fire vehicles to Brewster County. A discussion item on possible rezoning of 601 South Walker Street was moved to the next meeting. No action was taken after executive session.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-10-01: sale of 205 sq ft right-of-way strip to Li Feng Ni (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-10-19: closure of N. Highway 118 for Artwalk Nov 22-24 (unanimous, Nance abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2024-10-20: participation in TxDOT RAMP grant for airport maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-10-21: transfer of fire vehicles to Brewster County (unanimous)
• Moved discussion of rezoning 601 S. Walker St to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including two short-term rental permits and funding contracts (unanimous)
• Took no action after executive session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider final readings of ordinances regarding animal control and solid waste management. The body will also review several special use permits and a property replat.

• Ordinance 2024-09-02: Amends animal codes including hunting prohibitions and a $500 penalty for violations
• Ordinance 2024-09-03: Updates solid waste rules and scrap tire guidelines with penalties up to $4,000
• Special Use Permit 2024-10-01: Proposed beer garden at 107 E. Murphy
• Special Use Permits 2024-10-02 and 2024-10-03: Short term rentals at 609 S. 12th Street and 801 W. Ave F
• Ordinance 2024-10-01: Proposed sale of a 205 square foot-wide strip of W. Brown Ave Right-of-Way

The Alpine City Council approved second readings of ordinances updating animal regulations (including a $500 penalty) and solid waste rules (up to $4,000 penalty), and approved a replat, right-of-way vacation, official newspaper designation, and a solid waste grant participation. A special use permit for a beer garden at 107 E. Murphy was denied (2-3). Speed humps on Avenue B were approved with an amendment to also research bike lanes.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-09-02 (animal code amendments) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 2024-09-03 (solid waste amendments) unanimously
• Approved Replat 2024-10-01 at 806 S. Cactus St. unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-10-01 (vacate W. Brown Ave right-of-way) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2024-10-01 (Alpine Avalanche as official newspaper) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2024-10-02 (Regional Solid Waste Grant participation) unanimously
• Denied Special Use Permit 2024-10-01 (beer garden at 107 E. Murphy) 2-3
• Approved speed humps on Avenue B with amendment to research bike lanes unanimously

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a replat request for 806 S Cactus Street and a special use permit for a beer garden at 107 E Murphy. After hearing comments, the commission will consider action items to approve the replat and the special use permit. The meeting also includes discussion of the new proposed city zoning map and approval of the previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Replat 2024-10-01 to amend lot lines at 806 S Cactus St. for R‑4 zoning compliance
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2024-10-01 for a malt‑beverage beer garden at 107 E Murphy
• Action item: Approve Replat 2024-10-01 for the 806 S Cactus St. property
• Action item: Approve Special Use Permit 2024-10-01 for the beer garden at 107 E Murphy
• Discussion of the new proposed city zoning map (pros and cons)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved Replat 2024-10-01 for 806 S. Cactus Street, allowing Ruben Losoya to amend lot lines for R-4 zoning conformance. The board denied Special Use Permit 2024-10-01 for a beer garden at 107 E. Murphy, with all commissioners voting nay except one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Replat 2024-10-01 for 806 S. Cactus Street (unanimous)
• Denied Special Use Permit 2024-10-01 for beer garden at 107 E. Murphy (6-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the proposed tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and amendments to the 2023-2024 budget. The body will also consider updates to city ordinances regarding animals and solid waste.

• Proposed tax rate of $0.439205 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2024-2025
• Ordinance 2024-09-02: Animal code updates with penalties up to $500
• Ordinance 2024-09-03: Solid waste updates with penalties up to $4,000
• Resolution 2024-09-16: Police Department participation in Operation Lone Star FY 2025
• Election services contract with Brewster County for November 5, 2024 Special Charter Election

The Alpine City Council approved the FY2024-25 tax rate of $0.439205 per $100 assessed valuation, a 3.5% increase, and approved the first reading of ordinances amending animal and solid waste codes. The council also approved an election services contract with Brewster County and authorized the City Manager to make an offer to purchase a fire-damaged property. A motion to appoint Mark Hannan to the Parks and Recreation Board failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved FY2024-25 tax rate of $0.439205 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of animal ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of solid waste ordinance amendments with contractor roll-off requirement (unanimous)
• Approved election services contract with Brewster County for Nov 5, 2024 election (unanimous)
• Approved Jack Ladd as City of Alpine choice for TML Region 4 Director (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to make offer to purchase Bill Ivey's fire-damaged property (unanimous)
• Appointment of Mark Hannan to Parks and Recreation Board failed (no second)
• Approved Resolution 2024-09-16 for Operation Lone Star participation (4-1, Stone nay)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss an update on the Pueblo Nuevo Park Project. The board will vote on a recommendation to the City Council to amend Chapter 74 of the Alpine Code of Ordinances, establishing rules for all city parks, a permitting process, and penalties of up to $500 per violation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from two prior board meetings and a public comment period.

• Update on Pueblo Nuevo Park Project (information/discussion)
• Recommendation to amend Chapter 74 park ordinance, including up to $500 penalty (action item)
• Approval of August 14, 2024 board meeting minutes
• Approval of June 12, 2024 board meeting minutes
• Public comments and public hearing opportunities on agenda items

The Alpine Parks & Recreation Board approved minutes from its August 14 and June 12, 2024 meetings. The board discussed but then tabled a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 74 (parks and recreation) that would establish park rules, a permitting process, and penalties up to $500 per violation. The item was tabled to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled park rules and permitting ordinance to next meeting (unanimous)

General

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the annual budget and appropriations for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024. The council is also considering a proposed tax rate for the same period.

• Ordinance 2024-09-04: Adopting the annual budget and appropriations for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Ordinance 2024-09-05: Proposed tax rate of $0.439205 per $100 of assessed valuation

The Alpine City Council held a special meeting and adopted the FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate. The budget ordinance (2024-09-04) was approved on second and final reading, with an amendment to reference the amended budget. The tax rate ordinance (2024-09-05) was approved on first reading at $0.439205 per $100 valuation. Both votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance 2024-09-04) on second reading (5-0)
• Amended budget motion to reference amended budget (5-0)
• Approved first reading of tax rate ordinance 2024-09-05 at $0.439205 per $100 (5-0)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings on a replat and a liquor license, and vote on the 2024-2025 budget, airport lease rates, and wastewater plant repairs. The meeting also includes a public presentation on revenue and an executive session on personnel matters.

• Public hearing on Replat 2024-09-01 (Sara Bow)
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2024-08-01 (Michelle Minto/Bock Burger)
• Approve 2024-2025 City budget and appropriations
• Approve bid for wastewater plant repairs ($1,760,481)
• Approve airport hangar lease rate increase ($0.01/sq ft)

The City Council adopted the FY 2024-2025 budget on first reading, approved a $1.76 million wastewater treatment plant repair contract, and approved several other items including a replat, a special use permit for alcohol sales, and a resolution supporting a move to November elections. A motion to sell city-owned property on W. Brown Ave failed unanimously. The council also authorized a stipend for the interim Utilities Director.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $1,760,481 bid to Dowtech Specialty Contractors for wastewater clarifier repairs (unanimous)
• Approved replat 2024-09-01 for property at N. 4th St & E. Ave E (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for alcohol sales at Bock Burger, 603 E. Ave E (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting move to November general elections (3-2)
• Approved hangar lease rental rate increase at airport (unanimous)
• Denied sale of .025 acres of W. Brown Ave right-of-way (unanimous opposition)
• Authorized stipend up to $1,250/month for interim Utilities Director Johnny Marquez (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a recommendation for Replat 2024-09-01. The application seeks to remove internal lot lines and update ownership of a purchased city alley. The property is located at the corner of North 4th Street and East Avenue E.

• Public hearing and recommendation for Replat 2024-09-01 (Property ID 11805)
• Approval of July 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved Replat 2024-09-01, allowing applicant Sara Bow to remove internal lot lines and reflect ownership of a purchased city alley at the corner of North 4th Street and East Avenue E. The motion passed with all members voting in favor except Commissioner Laxton, who abstained. The zoning remains C-2 Business District. The commission also unanimously approved the July 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved Replat 2024-09-01 to remove internal lot lines and reflect alley ownership (all in favor, Laxton abstained)
• Approved July 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances that amend zoning rules and formalize ward designations for annexed properties. After the hearings, the council will vote on the final readings of those ordinances and on several resolutions covering utility fees, hotel occupancy tax grants, employee health insurance renewal, and a $47,840 payment for a TxDOT mobility grant. Additional discussion items include forming a Chamber of Commerce, property tax rates, the FY 2024‑2025 budget, and city property procedures.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-08-01 to amend Appendix C – Zoning and increase the application fee from $250 to $350
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-08-02 to memorialize city ward designations for annexed properties
• Resolution 2024-08-23 setting utility service rates and fees for Fiscal Year 2024‑2025
• Resolution 2024-08-24 approving Hotel Occupancy Tax grant awards for Fiscal Year 2024‑2025
• Payment of $47,840 from the Texas Class Capital Improvements Reserve for the TxDOT Mobility Plan Grant

The Alpine City Council approved the second and final reading of two ordinances: one removing the ability to initiate spot zoning and raising the application fee from $250 to $350, and another memorializing ward designations for annexed properties. The council also approved utility rates for FY2024-25, Hotel Occupancy Tax grant awards (with one abstention), employee insurance renewals, and a $47,840 payment for a TxDOT mobility plan grant match. All votes were unanimous except the hotel tax grant, where Councilor Nance abstained due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-08-01 removing spot zoning initiation and raising application fee to $350 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-08-02 memorializing ward designations for annexed properties (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-23 setting FY2024-25 utility rates and fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-24 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant awards (unanimous, Nance abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-25 renewing employee health, dental, and vision insurance (unanimous)
• Approved $47,840 payment from Capital Improvements Reserve for TxDOT mobility plan grant match (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, board appointment, legal billing, and election order correction (unanimous)
• Took no action on executive session items (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss an update on the Pueblo Nuevo Park project, address watering needs for trees at Medina Park, and review the adequacy of signage in city parks. The board will also make a recommendation to the City Council regarding Parks and Recreation Facilities Fees.

• Update on the Pueblo Nuevo Park project
• Discussion of watering at Medina Park and tree care
• Discussion of park signage adequacy and proposed changes
• Recommendation to City Council on Parks and Recreation Facilities Fees

The Parks and Recreation Board approved minutes from February and July 2024, tabled the June 2024 minutes, and unanimously recommended changes to Parks and Recreation Facilities Fees. The recommendation removes morning and afternoon rentals for Kokernot Pavilion, sets full-day rental at $30 with a $30 non-refundable deposit if trash is left, and removes the half-day rental at the Civic Center while adding a $50 per day setup fee for prior use. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended removing Kokernot Pavilion morning/afternoon rentals, setting full-day at $30 and deposit at $30 (unanimous)
• Recommended removing Civic Center half-day rental and adding $50/day setup fee (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council meeting will consider a public hearing on the 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Plan and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including updates to building service fees and a land sale. Council members will also discuss the property tax rate, comprehensive plan next steps, water billing changes, short‑term rental management, home‑business regulations, and the draft FY 2024‑2025 budget. An executive session will address potential property acquisitions or sales for long‑term city goals.

• Public hearing on the 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 2024‑08‑06)
• Resolution 2024‑08‑04 amending Appendix B: Building Service Fees for FY 2024‑2025
• Ordinance 2024‑07‑01 authorizing sale of unimproved portion of South 5th Street to Horticultural Consulting, LLC
• Resolution 2024‑08‑05 allocating $39,250 from the Hotel Occupancy Tax fund for historic preservation study
• Resolution 2024‑08‑06 approving the FY 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Plan

The Alpine City Council approved a special election for November 5, 2024, to consider Home Rule Charter amendments, and approved the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. It also approved a $39,250 Hotel Occupancy Tax-funded study for a Downtown Historic District and Kokernot Baseball Field. A resolution requesting state support to move city elections from May to November failed 2-3. The first reading of an ordinance to vacate and sell a portion of South 5th Street to Horticultural Consulting, LLC was unanimously opposed and failed.

• Approved Order 2024-08-01 for Nov. 5 special election on charter amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-06, the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $39,250 HOT fund allocation for historic district study (unanimous)
• Failed Resolution 2024-08-07 to seek state bill for November elections (2-3)
• Denied first reading of Ordinance 2024-07-01 for South 5th Street vacation/sale (unanimous opposed)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-08-01 removing spot zoning provision (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-08-02 memorializing ward designations (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minus items E and F, then approved those items separately (unanimous)

Music Advisory Board

The Alpine Music Advisory Board will hold a procedural meeting to review its purpose, discuss the Alpine/Big Bend Music Directory, and address public concerns about the local music industry. No formal decisions or action items are listed on the agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Alpine Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to review the current and updated draft zoning maps, then discuss the C-2A zone and recommend whether to codify or repeal it. The meeting also includes procedural items like approving past minutes and discussing ordinance policy.

• Workshop to review current and updated draft zoning maps
• Discussion on C-2A zone and recommendation to City Council
• Approval of June 24, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion on City ordinance policy and steps to proposing an ordinance

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a workshop to review the current zoning map and a draft updated map from the Rio Grande Council of Governments, and discussed the C-2A zone with a recommendation to the City Council pending. The regular meeting approved the June 24, 2024 minutes unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 24, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee

The committee will review 2024-2025 Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) grant applications and determine award amounts. The body will then vote on which grant awards to recommend to the Alpine City Council.

• Review and approval of 2024-25 HOT grant awards for recommendation to City Council
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 4, February 15, May 16, and June 27, 2024

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on a rezoning ordinance for a property at 1003 E. Gallego, approve resolutions related to hotel tax expenditures and a mobility plan study, and discuss potential changes to city elections and employee salaries. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, appointments, and financial reports.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-07-02 rezoning 1003 E. Gallego from R-4 Mobile Home District to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District
• Resolution 2024-07-10 requesting Texas Legislature repeal tax code section on hotel occupancy tax expenditure rules
• Resolution 2024-07-11 authorizing $39,250 hotel occupancy tax allocation for Post Oak Preservation Solutions Historic District Survey
• Approval of Lizard Bob Construction for utility repairs including Hwy 118 water leak and sewer line replacement
• Approval of proposed City Charter propositions

The City Council approved rezoning a property at 1003 E. Gallego to Neighborhood Commercial and authorized several infrastructure and planning agreements. The council also approved proposed City Charter propositions and requested the Texas Legislature repeal a specific tax code section regarding hotel occupancy tax revenue.

• Rezoned 1003 E. Gallego from R-4 Mobile Home District to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting Texas Legislature repeal Tax Code Section 351.1035 regarding Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue (Unanimous)
• Approved Advanced Funding Agreement with the State of Texas for a Mobility Plan Study (Unanimous)
• Approved utility repairs by Lizard Bob Construction for Hwy 118, Gallego & Phelps, and 8th and Uvalde (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed City Charter propositions (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Iris De Leon to Parks and Recreation Board and Kirsten Moody to Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee (Unanimous)
• Tabled $39,250 Historic District Survey expenditure to August 6, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved June and July meeting minutes and quarterly investment reports (Unanimous)

General

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss the Pueblo Nuevo Park project and park rules. The board also intends to appoint a Vice-Chair and reconfigure officer positions.

• Update on the Pueblo Nuevo Park project
• Discussion of Parks Board task list for Park Rules
• Appointment of a Vice-Chair and reconfiguration of officer positions

The board took no substantive action during the meeting. Approval of previous minutes, the discussion of park rules, and the appointment of a Vice-Chair were all postponed.

• Postponed approval of February 14, 2024 minutes
• Postponed approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
• Postponed discussion of Parks Board task list for Park Rules
• Postponed appointment of Vice-Chair and officer reconfiguration

Animal Advisory Board

The Animal Advisory Board will review several recommendations for the Alpine Code of Ordinances. Proposed changes include updates to regulations on wildlife feeding, hunting within city limits, and public nuisances. The board will also discuss committee appointments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Amendments to wildlife feeding and hunting regulations in city limits
• Updates to animal-related public nuisance definitions
• Renaming guide dogs to service animals in the city code
• Relocation of swine and large animal permit sections within Chapter 10
• Appointments for Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary