Alpine public meetings in 2025

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will appoint a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. Members will also discuss updates to the municipal pool and potential changes to the city's parks and recreation ordinances.

• Appointment of Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of updates to Chapter 74 - Parks and Recreation of the Alpine Code of Ordinances
• Discussion of municipal pool preparations for the upcoming season
• Review of city field reservations, processes, and proposed amendments

General

The Alpine City Council will hold a joint workshop with the Brewster County Commissioners Court to discuss Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The discussion will cover current operational coordination, service needs, and possible improvements in collaboration. No formal action or decision will be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

• Joint workshop between City of Alpine and Brewster County on EMS coordination (discussion only)

City Council

The City Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance to update short-term rental rules and penalties. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new Police Chief and interviews for a permanent City Manager.

• Ordinance 2025-12-01: New short-term rental regulations with penalties up to $2,000 per occurrence
• Special Use Permit 2025-12-01: Short-term rental application for 1980 Cabell Dr.
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-01-01: Regulations for golf carts, pocket bikes, and mini-motorbikes with penalties up to $500
• Ratification of electricity supply contract with TXU Energy
• Oath of Office for new Police Chief Kirk Caughman

The Alpine City Council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 2025-12-01, which revises short‑term rental regulations and sets a $2,000 penalty per violation. The council also ratified the electricity supply contract with TXU Energy, approved the consent agenda items—including a special use permit for a short‑term rental at 1980 Cabell Dr—and offered Henry Arredondo the City Manager position at $140,000 per year.

• Withdraw Reports & Presentation item B (unanimous)
• Approve consent agenda items: meeting minutes, appointment of Coleman Reidling to Parks & Recreation Board, special use permit for 1980 Cabell Dr short‑term rental, Bojorquez Law Firm invoice (unanimous)
• Approve Ordinance 2025-12-01 regulating short‑term rentals (unanimous)
• Ratify electricity supply contract with TXU Energy (unanimous)
• Move into executive session (unanimous)
• Move back to regular session (unanimous)
• Offer Henry Arredondo City Manager position at $140,000/year (unanimous)

General

The Alpine City Council will hold a workshop to review the 2025‑2026 budget and consider a new Animal Services incinerator funded partly by an interlocal agreement with Brewster County. The meeting also includes updates to the utilities fee schedule and billing rates, and public hearings on several budget‑related ordinances. Additional items are the approval of a short‑term rental permit at 202 N. 4th Street and several board and commission appointments.

• Workshop to review the 2025‑2026 budget and discuss purchase of a new Animal Services incinerator (interlocal agreement with Brewster County)
• Updates to the Utilities Fee Schedule and Utility Billing Rates for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026
• Public hearings on Ordinances 2025‑11‑01 through 2025‑11‑05 covering budget appropriations for a splash pad, seasonal street‑project employee, and Visitor Center staffing
• Approval of Special Use Permit 2025‑11‑01 for a short‑term rental at 202 N. 4th Street (applicant Karl Clay Brauch)
• Appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission, Parks and Recreation Board, and Building & Standards Commission

The council unanimously approved a master contract with Jacob and Martin, LLC for water system improvements at the Sky Way Gardens II development. It also approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, the City Secretary report, several board appointments, a special use permit for a short‑term rental at 202 N. 4th Street, and the Chief of Police job description. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Master Contract for Professional Services with Jacob and Martin, LLC for water system improvements (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2025 Workshop & Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 Office of the City Secretary Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Gerri Davis to Place 4 on Planning & Zoning Commission and termination of Building & Standards Commission member (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jessica Velasco to Place 1 on Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Manuel Garcia to Place 4 on Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Manuel Garcia to Place 4 on Building & Standards Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-11-01 for short‑term rental at 202 N. 4th Street (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from its August 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update from the Parks Supervisor and discuss proposed amendments to city field reservation processes. No specific action items or contracts are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of August 13, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Update from the Parks Supervisor
• Discussion of city field reservations and proposed process amendments

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was made by Donny Greenway, seconded by Joseph Torres, and all members present voted in favor. No other actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the 2025-2026 budget to fund water infrastructure improvements. The body will also discuss a potential vacant building ordinance and updates to various city fee schedules.

• Ordinance 2025-10-01: Budget amendment for water infrastructure improvements
• Resolution 2025-11-03: Establishing administrative and Civic Center rental fees
• Resolution 2025-11-04: Establishing Environmental Services Fees
• Resolution 2025-11-05: Amending Animal Services Fees
• Resolution 2025-11-01: Declaring materials near Wastewater Treatment Plant as junk/debris

The council unanimously approved the first and final reading of Ordinance 2025-10-01, amending the FY 2025‑2026 budget to appropriate $1 million for water infrastructure improvements. The council also unanimously approved the first readings of Ordinances 2025-11-01 and 2025-11-02, and adopted several resolutions including the waste‑material cleanup near the wastewater plant and the appointment of a representative to the Brewster County Appraisal District Board.

• Approved first and final reading of Ordinance 2025-10-01, $1 M water infrastructure amendment (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-11-01 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-11-02 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-11-01 declaring debris near wastewater plant junk and authorizing removal (unanimous)
• Appointed Councilor Eva Martinez to Brewster County Appraisal District Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-11-03 amending administrative fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Ariana Valenzuela to Place 3 on the Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the October 21, 2025 workshop (unanimous)

Music Advisory Board

The Music Advisory Board will meet to discuss festival sponsorships, a music venue tax rebate program, and a music industry database. The board will also seek approval for meeting minutes from November 2024 and July 2025.

• Discussion of Festival Sponsorships
• Discussion of Music Venue Tax Rebate Program
• Discussion of Music Industry Database / Mailing List
• Approval of November 12, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of July 22, 2025 Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three budget amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also discuss the potential dissolution of the Parks and Recreation Board and review the city's overall financial status and fund balance.

• Ordinance 2025-10-01: Budget amendment for water infrastructure improvements
• Ordinance 2025-10-02: Budget amendment for additional street department positions
• Ordinance 2025-10-03: Budget amendment for Alpine Volunteer Fire Department support
• Resolution 2025-10-14: Amendment to Building Services Fees
• Lease agreement with U.S. Customs and Border Protection for an aviation hangar

The council unanimously approved a resolution extending Hotel Occupancy Tax grant funding to the Museum of the Big Bend for wayfinding signage in FY 2025‑2026. It also unanimously approved a resolution amending building services fees, and approved budget appropriations for water infrastructure, street department positions, and the Alpine Emergency Services Board. The ordinance for water infrastructure funding was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2025-10-15 extending Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Museum of the Big Bend (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10-14 amending Appendix B: Building Services Fees (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-10-02 appropriating funds for additional street department positions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-10-03 appropriating funds for Alpine Emergency Services Board (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 2025-10-01 for water infrastructure funding to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement for regional fire‑fighting training facility (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will formally approve the minutes of its August 13 meeting. It will hear updates from the Parks Supervisor on all city parks and on the municipal swimming pool. The meeting also includes public comment and public hearing periods for attendees to address agenda items.

• Approval of August 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Update from Parks Supervisor on all city parks
• Update from Parks Supervisor on the municipal swimming pool
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
• Public hearing period for each agenda item

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider a public hearing and then approve the second and final reading of Ordinance 2025-09-01, setting a 30 mph speed limit on Gallego Avenue between South 1st and South 5th Streets. The meeting also includes approvals of several resolutions, job description packages, and a contract for the 2024‑2025 audit. Additional discussion items cover water system planning, municipal advisory services, utility billing issues, and city budget implications.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-09-01: 30 mph speed limit on Gallego Ave (South 1st–South 5th St)
• Approve Resolution 2025-10-01: final Wastewater System Asset Management Plan by Jacob & Martin, LLC
• Approve contract with Gibson, Ruddock, Patterson, LLC for FY 2024‑2025 audit
• Approve multiple Public Works and Public Utilities job description packages
• Discuss hiring Government Capital Securities Corp. as municipal advisor

The council approved the second and final reading of Ordinance 2025-09-01, setting a 30‑mph speed limit on Gallego Avenue. It also adopted the Wastewater System Asset Management Plan, appointed members to the Grievance Committee, and approved the Children’s Advocacy Center contract. Additional approvals included public works and utilities job description packages, the audit firm’s letter of engagement, and a motion to extend the meeting past 9 p.m.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-09-01 establishing 30 mph on Gallego Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater System Asset Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to the City Grievance Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Children’s Advocacy Center of the Big Bend contract (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Department job descriptions (unanimous, with amendment to Service Worker I education requirement)
• Approved Public Utilities (Water & Wastewater) job descriptions (unanimous)
• Approved Gibson, Ruddock, Patterson, LLC audit engagement letter (unanimous)
• Approved extending the meeting past 9 p.m. (unanimous)

General

The Alpine City Council and Brewster County Commissioners will hold a joint workshop. They will review current Dark Skies ordinances and consider updates before the 2026 grace period ends. They will consider branding Alpine as the Dark Sky Capital of Texas and related county tourism branding. They will discuss creating a jointly funded economic development position to manage regional initiatives.

• Review of Dark Skies ordinances and planned updates
• Consideration of rebranding Alpine as the Dark Sky Capital of Texas
• Discussion of a shared economic development position funded by city and county

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider and vote on several ordinances, including the FY 2025‑2026 budget, a property‑tax rate of $0.424737 per $100 valuation, and appropriations for a sinking fund. The council will also approve a speed‑limit ordinance for Gallego Avenue and a resolution establishing a power‑pedestal rental policy. Contracts for the 2025‑2026 Alpine Public Library, Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend, and Children’s Advocacy Center of the Big Bend will be approved. Additional discussion items include internships, funding for Saint Vincent of Paul, and continuation of short‑term‑rental software with Deckard Technologies.

• Approve Ordinance 2025‑09‑03 appropriating funds and adopting the FY 2025‑2026 city budget.
• Approve Ordinance 2025‑09‑04 setting the FY 2025‑2026 property‑tax rate at $0.424737 per $100 valuation.
• Approve Ordinance 2025‑09‑01 establishing a 30 mph speed limit on Gallego Avenue (South 1st to South 5th St.).
• Approve Resolution 2025‑09‑15 adopting a power‑pedestal rental policy with fee structure and waivers.
• Approve the 2025‑2026 contracts for the Alpine Public Library, Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend, and Children’s Advocacy Center of the Big Bend.

The Alpine City Council approved the fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget at $16.547 million, with a 4‑for, 1‑against vote. The council also adopted a property tax rate of $0.424737 per $100 of assessed value, set a 30 mph speed limit on Gallego Avenue, and approved a special‑use permit for a short‑term rental at 509 N. 6th St. Additional actions included adopting a power‑pedestal rental policy.

• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-09-01 for short‑term rental at 509 N. 6th St. (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 city budget at $16.547 million (4 for, 1 against)
• Approved tax rate $0.424737 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 30 mph speed limit on Gallego Ave between South 1st and South 5th St. (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-09-02 amending FY 2024‑2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-09-03 appropriations for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09-15 establishing a power pedestal rental policy (unanimous)

General

The Alpine City Council meeting will include a personnel matter to conduct interviews for the City Manager and discuss next steps. The agenda also contains standard items such as public comments, a consent agenda, reports, and the possibility of time‑sensitive items, but no specific contracts or ordinances are listed.

• Personnel matter: interview candidates for City Manager (Interim City Manager G. Calderon)
• Time‑sensitive items (no details provided)
• Consent agenda (items not specified)
• Public hearings and public comments sections
• Executive session for personnel matters

The City Council voted unanimously to recess into executive session, then unanimously voted to return to open session, and finally unanimously adopted a resolution to take no further action on any executive‑session items. During the executive session staff conducted interviews for the City Manager position. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recessed into executive session (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to take no action after executive session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop to determine amendments before official adoption. The regular meeting includes discussions on golf cart usage on city streets and a proposed power pedestal rental policy.

• Hangar rental lease increase of $0.01 per square foot at Alpine Casparis Municipal Airport
• Proposed partnership with Alpine ISD for maintenance of Manuel Payne Field at Kokernot Park
• Discussion of Skyway Gardens II Development water pressure and feasibility study
• Resolution to allocate a city-owned shipping container to the Alpine Emergency Services Board
• Renewal of the Director of Tourism contract for a one-year term

The City Council unanimously approved a $0.01 per‑square‑foot ground lease increase for the Alpine Casparis Municipal Airport hangar. It also unanimously authorized the allocation of a city‑owned shipping container and access to the fire training facility for the Alpine Emergency Services Board. The Council renewed the Director of Tourism contract for one year with a 5% salary increase. Additional unanimous resolutions nominated representatives to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee and the Brewster County Appraisal District Board.

• Approved $0.01/sq ft hangar rental lease increase at Alpine Casparis Municipal Airport (unanimous)
• Authorized allocation of city shipping container and fire training facility access to Emergency Services Board (unanimous)
• Renewed Director of Tourism contract for one year with 5% increase (unanimous)
• Nominated Adelina Beall to City Solid Waste Advisory Committee vacancy (unanimous)
• Nominated Eva Martinez to Brewster County Appraisal District Board, amending original nominee (unanimous)
• Approved resolution continuing collaborative improvement with Alpine Country Club (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing use of city‑owned shipping container for firefighting training (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for hangar lease increase (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop to determine amendments to the proposed budget and review certified values from the Brewster County Appraisal District. The body will also review the 2025 Truth in Taxation worksheet and tax rate options.

• Proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for budget incorporation
• Review of Brewster County Appraisal District certified values
• 2025 Truth in Taxation worksheet and tax rate options

The council approved a proposed municipal‑operations tax rate of .417159 and an interest‑and‑surcharge rate of .007578 per $100 property value, for a total rate of .424737 per $100 for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The motion was made by Councilor Rick Stephens, seconded by Councilor Robert Rückes, and all five councilors voted aye. The approved rates will be incorporated into the budget before its official adoption.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 M&O tax rate .417159 and I&S tax rate .007578 per $100 value (unanimous 5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a five-year capital improvement plan and a zoning change for a property on S. Walker. The body will also discuss fire hydrant upkeep, flood plain implications, and a regional firefighting training center.

• Rezoning 601 S. Walker from R-4 Mixed Residential District to C-0 Office Services District
• Approval of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Participation in Opioid Settlement Agreements as a Texas Political Subdivision
• Award of bid for Partial Self-Insured Funded & Fully Funded Medical Plans
• Approval of job descriptions for Building and Environmental Services roles

The council unanimously approved the rezoning of 601 S. Walker from R‑4 to C‑0. It adopted an updated official zoning map after amending the motion to exclude 504 N. Bird. The 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan was approved with a 4‑2 vote. Additional unanimous approvals included participation in the Texas opioid settlement, new building and environmental services job descriptions, and awarding the medical‑plan bid to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.

• Approved rezoning of 601 S. Walker (R‑4 to C‑0) – unanimous vote (Resolution 2025‑08‑22)
• Approved updated Official Zoning Map, amended to exclude 504 N. Bird – unanimous after amendment (Resolution 2025‑08‑24)
• Approved 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan – 4 in favor, 2 opposed (Resolution 2025‑08‑25)
• Approved participation in Texas Opioid Settlement Agreements – unanimous (Resolution 2025‑08‑26)
• Approved Building Services and Environmental Services job descriptions – unanimous (Resolution 2025‑08‑27)
• Approved award of medical‑plan bid to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas – unanimous after amendment (Resolution 2025‑08‑29)
• Approved consent agenda – unanimous (Resolution 2025‑08‑21)
• Recessed into executive session and returned to regular session – unanimous

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. The board will then discuss the current conditions, maintenance, and upkeep of city parks, fields, and other recreation facilities. No decisions on contracts or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 12, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Discussion of condition, maintenance, and upkeep of city parks and recreation facilities

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider and vote on several action items, including the first reading of an ordinance to rezone 601 S. Walker to a C‑0 Office Services District. The meeting also includes public hearings on a variance for 502 S. 5th Street, a replat at West Brown Street and 16th Street, and a budget amendment for FY 2024‑2025. Additional items include approving a contract with Big Bend Telephone for VOIP and Internet network management and several resolutions and job description approvals.

• Ordinance 2025‑08‑01: rezoning 601 S. Walker from R‑4 Mixed‑Residential to C‑0 Office Services
• Variance 2025‑08‑01: setback variance for 502 S. 5th Street (allows 0‑ft setback)
• Replat 2025‑08‑01: ownership update for parcels at West Brown Street and 16th Street (Parcels 10309‑10314)
• Ordinance 2025‑07‑02: amendment to the FY 2024‑2025 budget
• Award of contract to Big Bend Telephone for VOIP Telephone and Internet Network Management

The council approved the Fiscal Year 2026‑2027 Public Safety Answering Point Agreement with the Rio Grande Council of Governments, adopting the motion unanimously. The consent agenda items were also approved unanimously, including the July 8 special meeting minutes, the July 15 regular meeting minutes, the appointment of Joseph Torres to the Parks & Recreation Board, and the June 2025 invoice for Bojorquez Law Firm Services. No agenda items were continued, withdrawn, or removed.

• Approved FY 2026‑27 Public Safety Answering Point Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Torres to Parks & Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 invoice for Bojorquez Law Firm Services (unanimous)
• Swore in Deputy City Secretary Alexandra Tackett

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three action items: a variance to eliminate the required 25‑foot setback for a property at 502 S. 5th Street, a replat to update ownership records for parcels at West Brown and 16th Streets, and a rezoning to change a mobile‑home lot at 601 S. Walker to a commercial office district. Each item will be presented for public comment before a vote.

• Approve Variance 2025-08-01 for 502 S. 5th Street (zero‑foot setback, current R-3 Apartment District)
• Approve Replat 2025-08-01 for parcels at West Brown & 16th Streets (ownership update, remains R-2 Two Family District)
• Approve Rezone 2025-08-01 for 601 S. Walker (change from R-4 Mobile Home to C-0 Office Services District)

The commission unanimously approved the variance for 502 S. 5th Street, allowing a 0‑foot setback. It also unanimously approved the replat for the property at West Brown Street and 16th Street, keeping its R‑2 Two Family zoning. Finally, the commission unanimously approved rezoning of 601 S. Walker from R‑4 Mobile Home to C‑0 Office Services district.

• Approved variance for 502 S. 5th St (unanimous)
• Approved replat for West Brown St & 16th St (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 601 S. Walker to C‑0 Office Services (unanimous)

General

The Alpine Music Advisory Board will hold public comments and public hearings, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and discuss three information items: the Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program, Music Education & Community Programs Grants, and the Big Bend Music Industry Directory. The board will also consider up to ten action items that include brief statements of facts and funding sources. The meeting concludes with board member comments and adjournment.

• Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program
• Music Education & Community Programs Grants
• Big Bend Music Industry Directory
• Approval of minutes
• Action items (up to 10 per meeting)

City Council

The City Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance to update general zoning regulations and sign rules. The body will also discuss a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and a special use permit for a short-term rental.

• Ordinance 2025-07-01: Zoning updates and new sign regulations with penalties up to $2,000 per occurrence
• Ordinance 2025-07-02: Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
• Special Use Permit 2025-07-01: Short term rental at 208 N. Cockrell Street
• Discussion on establishing a burn house for the Alpine Volunteer Fire Department near the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Approval of administrative job descriptions for roles including City Secretary and Grant Writer

The council approved the final reading of Ordinance 2025-07-01, updating Appendix C zoning rules and adding a $2,000 penalty for violations. It also approved the FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment, a short‑term rental special use permit, and several appointments. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-07-01 zoning amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-07-02 FY 2024-2025 budget amendment (unanimous after postponement)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-07-01 for short‑term rental at 208 N. Cockrell St (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Donny Greenway to Parks & Recreation Board Place 2 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kari Wilson to Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee Place 1 (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved excused absence of Councilor Richard Portillo (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to city administrative job descriptions (unanimous)

General

The Alpine City Council meeting will address public comments, public hearings, and public presentations. It will consider items on the consent agenda, reports, and executive session matters. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Public Comments
• Public Hearings
• Public Presentations
• Consent Agenda
• Executive Session (personnel matters)

The council unanimously adopted a motion to move into executive session. After discussion of personnel matters, the council unanimously adopted a motion to return to open session. No action was taken after the executive session. The meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Moved into executive session (unanimous)
• Moved back to open session (unanimous)
• No action taken after executive session

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider a public hearing on Replat 2025-07-01 for a parcel at 508 S. 5th Street, then vote on the first reading of Ordinance 2025-07-01 that updates zoning regulations and adds sign‑control provisions. Additional actions include approving the replat, ratifying the appointment of an interim city manager, and adopting job descriptions for the city manager and director of public utilities. The council will also discuss the status of the smart meter project.

• Public hearing on Replat 2025-07-01 for 508 S. 5th Street (R-3 Apartment District)
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-07-01 amending Appendix C – Zoning, including sign regulations and $500 penalties
• Approval of Replat 2025-07-01 to reflect ownership by Horticultural Consulting, LLC
• Ratification of Resolution 2025-06-20-F appointing Geoffrey R. Calderon as Interim City Manager
• Adoption of City Manager and Director of Public Utilities job descriptions

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-07-01, which updates the city’s zoning code. It also approved a replat for 508 S. 5th Street, kept its R-3 classification, and ratified the appointment of Geoffrey R. Calderon as interim city manager. Additional unanimous actions included adopting job descriptions for the city manager and director of public utilities, amending the holiday calendar, and approving several consent‑agenda items.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-07-01 amending zoning code (unanimous)
• Approved Replat 2025-07-01 for 508 S. 5th St., zoning remains R-3 (unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Geoffrey R. Calderon as Interim City Manager (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager Job Description (unanimous)
• Approved Director of Public Utilities Job Description (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: June 10 Special Meeting minutes, FY 2025‑2026 Meeting Calendar, Planning & Zoning Submittal Calendar, May 2025 invoice (unanimous)
• Amended 2025-2026 Holiday Calendar to list Jan 2, 2025 as a day off (unanimous)
• Amended June 17, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes to remove Item 11J (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a replat application for Horticultural Consulting, LLC. The body will also discuss and recommend a zoning designation for a property owned by Melinda A. Vega.

• Public hearing and vote on Replat 2025-07-01 for 508 S. 5th Street (Horticultural Consulting, LLC)
• Discussion and recommendation on zoning designation for 601 S. Walker (Melinda A. Vega)

The commission approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved Replat 2025-07-01 for the property at 508 S. 5th Street, keeping its R-3 Apartment District zoning. The board also unanimously postponed the zoning recommendation for 601 S. Walker to a future meeting.

• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Replat 2025-07-01 for 508 S. 5th St, zoning remains R-3 (unanimous)
• Postponed zoning recommendation for 601 S. Walker (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings and then take final action on several ordinances, including a rezoning of 1009 E. Gallego Avenue from the R-4 Mobile Home District to the C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District. Additional ordinances will set $500 penalties for violations related to short‑term rentals, fire‑permit fees, and animal regulations. The council will also adopt a resolution moving the city’s general election date to November and approve a hotel occupancy tax grant award.

• Approve Ordinance 2025-06-02 rezoning 1009 E. Gallego Avenue to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District
• Approve Ordinance 2025-06-03 amending short‑term rental rules with up to $500 penalty per violation
• Approve Ordinance 2025-06-04 amending fire‑permit fee authority and $500 penalty per violation
• Approve Ordinance 2025-06-05 amending animal code sections with $500 penalty per violation
• Approve Resolution 2025-06-22 changing the city’s general election date to November per Senate Bill 914

The council unanimously approved the second and final reading of Ordinance 2025-06-02, rezoning the property at 1009 E. Gallego Avenue from R‑4 Mobile Home District to C‑1 Neighborhood Commercial District. It also unanimously adopted ordinances updating short‑term rental rules, fire‑permit fee authority, and animal code provisions. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda, including a new utility payment clearing account, and withdrew Item 11J from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-06-02 rezoning 1009 E. Gallego Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-06-03 short-term rental regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-06-04 fire-permit fee ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-06-05 animal code updates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-21 utility payment clearing account (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-24 withdrawal of Item 11J (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The scheduled Parks & Recreation Board meeting for June 11, 2025, was canceled. The agenda had included discussions on park maintenance and the 2025-2026 meeting calendar.

• Discussion of goatheads in Medina Park
• Discussion of Centennial Park concerns regarding a summer reunion
• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 board meeting calendar and agenda deadlines

General

The City Council will consider the resignation of the City Manager and the appointment of an interim replacement. The body will also vote on participating in a state grant program for aviation weather systems.

• Resolution 2025-06-20-A: Participation in Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) grant program
• Discussion and possible acceptance of City Manager's resignation submitted June 4, 2025
• Discussion and possible appointment of an Interim City Manager

The council approved a resolution authorizing participation in the Texas DOT Aviation AWOS grant program. It unanimously accepted City Manager Megan Antrim's resignation effective June 13, 2025 and approved payment of accrued salary and vacation benefits. The council appointed Geoffrey "Geo" Calderon as interim city manager, with a 5‑1 vote in favor. Additional actions included approval of Resolution 2025-06-20-B, a recess into executive session, and a return to regular session, all adopted unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-06-20-A to join Texas DOT AWOS grant program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-20-B (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session via Resolution 2025-06-20-C (unanimous)
• Returned to regular session via Resolution 2025-06-20-D (unanimous)
• Accepted City Manager resignation and approved accrued benefits via Resolution 2025-06-20-E (unanimous)
• Appointed Geoffrey "Geo" Calderon as interim City Manager via Resolution 2025-06-20-F (5‑1 vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning applications for properties on E. Murphy and E. Gallego Avenue. The body will also consider updates to ordinances regarding short-term rentals, animal registration, and fire prevention fees.

• Rezone 702 E. Murphy from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial to M-1 Industrial
• Rezone 1009 E. Gallego Avenue from R-4 Mobile Home to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Interlocal Cooperation Contract with Angelo State University for Cybersecurity Services
• Proposed $500 penalty for violations of updated short-term rental, fire prevention, and animal ordinances
• Dowtech Change Order #1 for Wastewater Treatment Plant drying beds and clarifier improvements

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑06‑03, establishing up to a $500 penalty per violation for short‑term rentals. It also unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑06‑02 (rezoning 1009 E. Gallego Ave) and Ordinance 2025‑06‑04 (fire‑code fee changes). The first reading of Ordinance 2025‑06‑01 (rezoning 702 E. Murphy) was not approved.

• Approved Ordinance 2025‑06‑03 (short‑term rentals) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑06‑02 (rezoning 1009 E. Gallego Ave) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑06‑04 (fire‑code fee changes) – unanimous
• Denied first reading of Ordinance 2025‑06‑01 (rezoning 702 E. Murphy) – not approved
• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Contract with Angelo State University for cybersecurity services – unanimous
• Approved Dowtech Change Order #1 for wastewater plant improvements – unanimous

General

The Alpine Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee will discuss the 2025‑2026 HOT Grants budget and possible award amounts. The committee will then vote on a recommendation to the Alpine City Council for those grant awards. Public comments and hearings are scheduled, limited to three minutes per person. No specific dollar figures are listed in the agenda.

• Discuss details of 2025‑2026 HOT Grants budget and possible award amounts
• Approve recommendation to Alpine City Council for 2025‑2026 HOT Grant awards
• Public comments on agenda items (3‑minute limit per person)
• Public hearings on agenda items (3‑minute limit per person)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will consider a consent agenda, discuss board representation and an animal services spay‑neuter pilot, and review two rezoning applications and multiple ordinance changes. It will also vote on a resolution to fund $100 spay/neuter vouchers and approve renaming of several Sul Ross State University campus streets.

• Ordinance 2025-06-01: Rezone 702 E. Murphy from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial to M-1 Industrial
• Ordinance 2025-06-02: Rezone 1009 E. Gallego Avenue from R-4 Mobile Home to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance 2025-06-03: Amend short‑term‑rental rules, adding up to $500 penalty per violation
• Resolution 2025-05-13: Approve up to $100 vouchers for animal spay/neuter program
• Renaming of Sul Ross State University campus streets, including East Sul Ross Avenue and West Centennial Drive

The council approved the consent agenda without opposition. It also approved a $100 voucher pilot for animal spay and neuter services. Finally, the council unanimously adopted a resolution to rename several Sul Ross State University campus roadways. No other actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-05-13: $100 spay/neuter voucher pilot (unanimous)
• Approved renaming of Sul Ross State University campus streets (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session (unanimous)
• Reopened open session (unanimous)
• Took no action on executive‑session items (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications: one to change 702 E. Murphy Street from C‑1 to M‑1 for an automotive shop, and another to change 1009 E. Gallego Avenue from R‑4 to C‑1 for a commercial building. After the hearings, the commission will vote to approve both rezoning requests and recommendations on the zoning designations of 601 S. Walker and 407 S. 3rd Street. The meeting also includes approval of the March 24, 2025 minutes and discussion of signage, special use permits, health‑safety permits, and the $500 business start‑up fee.

• Public hearing on Rezone 2025‑06‑01 for 702 E. Murphy Street (C‑1 to M‑1) – automotive shop
• Public hearing on Rezone 2025‑06‑02 for 1009 E. Gallego Avenue (R‑4 to C‑1) – commercial building
• Action: Approve Rezone 2025‑06‑01 (702 E. Murphy Street)
• Action: Approve Rezone 2025‑06‑02 (1009 E. Gallego Avenue)
• Discussion of the $500 fee to start a business in Alpine

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved Rezone 2025-06-01 for an automotive shop at 702 E. Murphy Street and Rezone 2025-06-02 for a commercial building at 1009 E. Gallego Avenue. The commission also postponed the zoning discussion for 601 S. Walker and recommended that the owner of 407 S. 3rd Street submit a rezoning application and pay the required fee. Additionally, the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved Rezone 2025-06-01 (702 E. Murphy St) – unanimous
• Approved Rezone 2025-06-02 (1009 E. Gallego Ave) – unanimous
• Postponed zoning recommendation for 601 S. Walker – unanimous
• Recommended 407 S. 3rd St owner submit rezoning application and pay fee – unanimous
• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee

The Alpine Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee will meet on May 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The committee will review and score the 2025‑2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant applications presented by the Director of Tourism. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comments, approval of minutes, and any action items the board may consider.

• Public comments (up to 3 minutes per person)
• Public hearings on agenda items
• Review and score 2025‑2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant applications
• Approval of minutes of the previous board meeting
• Action items (up to 10 per meeting, details not specified)

General

The Alpine City Council meeting on May 13, 2025 will consider the final reading of Ordinance 2025-05-03, which canvasses and declares the results of the May 3, 2025 general election for Ward 1 City Council. The Council will issue a Certificate of Election, have the newly elected official sign the Statement of Officer, and administer the oath of office by Municipal Judge Elizabeth J. Lewis. A public hearing will be held to gather citizen comments on the same ordinance.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-05-03 (May 3, 2025 election results for Ward 1)
• Approve first and final reading of Ordinance 2025-05-03
• Issuance of Certificate of Election to newly elected Ward 1 council member
• Signing of Statement of Officer by the new council member
• Swearing‑in ceremony conducted by Municipal Judge Elizabeth J. Lewis

The council approved the first and final reading of Ordinance 2025-05-03, which canvasses the May 3, 2025 general election results, with a unanimous vote. Newly elected council members received their Certificates of Election, signed the Statement of Officer, and were sworn in by Municipal Judge Elizabeth J. Lewis. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved first and final reading of Ordinance 2025-05-03 (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending pool rules (Ordinance 2025-05-01) and another authorizing the vacation, abandonment, and sale of 0.046 acres of S. 5th St. right of way (Ordinance 2025-05-02). A special use permit for a short‑term rental at 307 E. June Street will also be heard. Action items include approving the two ordinances, a contract to finance an asphalt zipper, a dumpster relocation resolution, and a lease for the building at 205 E. Sul Ross Avenue.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-05-01 – amendment to municipal swimming pool rules
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-05-02 – sale of 0.046 acres of S. 5th St. right of way
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-05-01 – short‑term rental at 307 E. June Street
• Approve Resolution 2025-05-01 – contract to finance an Asphalt Zipper
• Approve lease agreement for building at 205 E. Sul Ross Avenue

The council withdrew Item 11‑D on dumpsters from the agenda. It approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025‑05‑01 amending pool rules and Ordinance 2025‑05‑02 authorizing the sale of 0.046 acres of S. 5th St. right‑of‑way. It also approved a contract for an Asphalt Zipper costing $78,619.37. The special use permit for a short‑term rental at 307 E. June St. was not approved because no motion was made.

• Withdrawn Item 11‑D (dumpsters) from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑05‑01 (municipal pool rules) (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑05‑02 (sale of 0.046 acre right‑of‑way) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑05‑01 contract for Asphalt Zipper, $78,619.37 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A (April 15 minutes) and B (excused absence) (unanimous)
• Special Use Permit 2025‑05‑01 for 307 E. June St. not approved (no motion)

General

The Music Advisory Board will hold a workshop to discuss plans for International Make Music Day on June 21, to review a Music Industry Directory, and to consider the General Fund Arts Budget. No official action will be taken at this meeting. Public comments are limited to agenda items and to three minutes per speaker.

• Plans for June 21 International Make Music Day
• Music Industry Directory
• General Fund Arts Budget

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances, including one that sets regulations for alcohol sales and a $500 penalty for violations. It will also consider the vacation and sale of portions of Saltillo, Monterey, Tuluco, and Morilos Avenues. Several special use permits for short‑term rentals at specific addresses will be approved, along with a swimming‑pool fee schedule and a tax agreement with Brewster County.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-04-02: alcohol sales regulations with up to $500 penalty per violation
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-04-04: vacation, abandonment, and sale of portions of Saltillo Ave, Monterey Ave, Tuluco Ave, and Morilos Ave
• Approval of Special Use Permits for short‑term rentals at 405 W. Ave E, 403 W. Holland Ave Unit A, 100 W. Murphy St, 409 N. 6th St, and 601 N. 8th St
• Approval of Resolution 2025-04-11 adopting a swimming‑pool fee schedule for FY 2025
• Approval of 2025 Tax Agreement between Brewster County Tax Office and the City of Alpine

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the FY 2025‑2026 2nd Quarter investment report and six special use permits for short‑term rentals. All motions were adopted unanimously with all members present voting in favor. The council also approved payment for March 2025 legal services to Bojorquez Law Firm. No items were continued, withdrawn, or added to the agenda.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 2nd Quarter investment report (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑02 for 405 W. Ave E (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑03 for 403 W. Holland Ave Unit A (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑04 for 100 W. Murphy St (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑05 for 409 N. 6th St (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑06 for 601 N. 8th St (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Bojorquez Law Firm for March 2025 services (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold a workshop at 1:00 p.m. on April 12, 2025 at the Ritchey, 102 E. Murphy Avenue. The workshop will test sound levels, discuss impacts to the city’s noise ordinance, and collect on‑site sound readings during live musical performances. City Manager M. Antrim will lead the session. The meeting will be adjourned after the workshop.

• Workshop to test sound levels
• Discussion of impacts to the noise ordinance
• Obtain on‑site sound readings during live musical performances

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will attend the grand opening of Pueblo Nuevo Park on April 9, 2025. Board members may discuss parks and recreation topics, initiatives, and goals, but no official action will be taken at this event.

• Grand opening of Pueblo Nuevo Park at 1500 E. Gallego St, Alpine

Animal Advisory Board

The Animal Advisory Board will discuss the purchase of a new incinerator. The board is also considering a recommendation to City Council to amend several sections of the animal code, including registration and wild animal rules.

• Proposed ordinance amendments to Chapter 10 (Animals) regarding registration, lost pets, dead animals, and wild/exotic animals
• Proposed penalty of up to $500 per occurrence for ordinance violations
• Discussion on the status of purchasing a new incinerator

The board approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes without dissent. A city‑manager update on purchasing a new incinerator was presented. The board then unanimously approved a recommendation to the City Council to amend Chapter 10 of the Alpine Code of Ordinances, including new penalties of up to $500 per violation. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to amend animal code sections and add $500 penalties (unanimous)

City Council

The Alpine City Council meeting includes a workshop on the 380 Agreement Ordinance, public hearings on a special use permit for late‑hour liquor service at 209 W. Holland Avenue and an animal permit for two horses at 1902 W. Ave E, and updates from local boards. Action items include the first reading of an ordinance that sets rules and a $500 penalty for alcohol sales violations, and the first reading of an ordinance to vacate and sell portions of Saltillo, Monterey, Tuluco, and Morilos Avenues. The council will also consider purchasing an asphalt zipper for the Public Works Department and discuss amendments to the municipal swimming pool regulations.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for Holland Four Yucca, LLC at 209 W. Holland Ave (late‑hour and liquor permits)
• Public hearing on Animal Permit for two horses owned by Robert Gates at 1902 W. Ave E
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-04-02 amending Chapter 22 to regulate alcohol sales and impose up to $500 penalties
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-04-04 to vacate, abandon, and sell portions of Saltillo, Monterey, Tuluco, and Morilos Avenues
• Discussion of purchase of an Asphalt Zipper for the Public Works Department

The City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-04-02, which amends the city’s alcohol regulations and adds a temporary permit provision for festivals. An amendment to allow temporary alcohol permits was adopted unanimously, and the amended ordinance was then approved unanimously. The council also approved the first readings of Ordinance 2025-04-04 (vacancy and sale of street parcels), a special use permit for Holland Four Yucca, and an animal permit for horse housing, all unanimously.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-04-02 (alcohol regulations) – unanimous
• Adopted amendment allowing temporary alcohol permits at festivals – unanimous
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-04-04 (vacancy, abandonment, sale of street parcels) – unanimous
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-04-01 for Holland Four Yucca (late‑hours and mixed‑beverage permits) – unanimous
• Approved Animal Permit 2025-04-01 for Robert Gates to house two horses – unanimous
• Approved the consent agenda – unanimous
• Moved into executive session – unanimous

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to gather citizen input on a special use permit application by Holland Four Yucca, LLC for late‑hours liquor service at 209 W. Holland Avenue. After the hearing, the commission will vote on whether to approve the permit, which would allow a Late Hours Certificate (until 2 a.m.), a Mixed Beverage Permit, and a Food and Beverage Certificate while keeping the property in its C‑2 Business District zoning. The meeting will also include approval of the February 24, 2025 board meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑01 for Holland Four Yucca, LLC (209 W. Holland Ave)
• Action item: approve the same Special Use Permit (Late Hours, Mixed Beverage, Food & Beverage)
• Approval of February 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments period (3‑minute limit per person)
• Discussion items (unspecified)

The commission approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑01, allowing Holland Four Yucca, LLC to obtain late‑hours, mixed‑beverage, and food‑and‑beverage permits for the property at 209 W. Holland Avenue. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025‑04‑01 for Holland Four Yucca, LLC (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed ordinance amendments regarding general zoning, alcohol sales, and sign regulations, each with potential penalties of $500 per occurrence. The body will also consider a lease agreement for 205 E. Sul Ross and a purchase agreement for a new Public Works loader.

• Proposed zoning, alcohol sale, and sign ordinances with penalties up to $500 per occurrence
• Financial proposal for a new Public Works loader at $78,606.17 per year for three years
• Possible lease agreement with Alpine Community Projects for 205 E. Sul Ross
• Agreement with Brewster County Election Administrator for May 3, 2025 General Election
• Payment for Bojorquez Law Firm services

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting, discuss several informational items, and consider a recommendation to amend the municipal swimming pool ordinance to allow penalties of up to $500 per violation. Public comments and hearings will be held on each agenda topic before the board votes on the action item.

• Approve February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss a native plant list for city parks
• Update on the Pueblo Nuevo Park project
• Update on the shade structure at the dog park
• Recommend ordinance amendment to impose up to $500 penalties for pool violations

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for extended hours at 306 W. Sul Ross Avenue. The body is also deciding on new utility software and the appointment of a Director of Utilities.

• Special Use Permit 2025-03-01 for American Legion Post #79 to allow hours until 2:00 A.M.
• Five-year contract with Continental Utility Solutions, Inc. ($36,750 implementation fee; $2,559 monthly fee)
• Appointment of Benjamin Garcia to the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Hiring of David Luce as Director of Utilities
• Resolution 2025-03-05 for Police Department participation in Operation Lonestar for FY2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Alpine Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for American Legion Post #79 and on three ordinance updates covering zoning, alcoholic beverage sales, and signage. After discussion, the commission will vote to approve the special use permit and to recommend the three ordinances to the City Council. All items are limited to comments from physically present attendees.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-03-01 for American Legion Post #79 at 306 W. Sul Ross Avenue (Late Hours Certificate to allow service until 2:00 a.m.)
• Public hearing on ordinance updating Appendix C – Zoning in the Alpine Code of Ordinances
• Public hearing on ordinance updating Chapter 22 – Businesses, Article IV – Alcoholic Beverages in the Alpine Code of Ordinances
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 78 – Signs in the Alpine Code of Ordinances
• Action items: approve the special use permit and recommend the three ordinances to the City Council

City Council

The City Council will discuss modifying ordinances for boards and commissions to remove formal meeting and quorum requirements. The body is also considering resolutions for a wildfire defense grant and animal control program participation.

• Resolution 2025-02-18 to support a Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) application
• Resolution 2025-02-17 authorizing Animal Control to participate in the Kong grant program
• Payment of January 2025 billing for Bojorquez Law Firm
• Nomination of members to the Brewster County Appraisal District Board
• Discussion on removing quorum requirements for boards and commissions (excluding Building and Standards commission)

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee

The Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee will hold a workshop on February 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers, 803 W. Holland Avenue, Alpine, Texas. Committee members will review and discuss the grant guidelines and application form for the 2025‑2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax program. They will also discuss the application timeline, including the opening date, deadline, and dates for committee meetings to recommend grant funding to the Alpine City Council.

• Review 2025‑2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant guidelines and application form
• Discuss 2025‑2026 HOT grant application timeline (opening, deadline, committee meeting dates)
• Consider recommendation process for grant applications to be funded by Alpine City Council

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting and then discuss several topics. Public comments will be taken on graffiti and painting at city parks, the parks budgets for fiscal years 2023‑24 and 2024‑25, a native plant list for city parks, and an update to the Article III Municipal Pool ordinance. No formal action items are listed for this meeting.

• Graffiti and painting at city parks (discussion)
• Parks budgets for FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25 (discussion)
• Native plant list for city parks (discussion)
• Update to Article III – Municipal Pool ordinance (discussion)

General

The Animal Advisory Board will discuss amendments to Chapter 10 regarding microchipping requirements for dogs and cats and the status of the city-owned incinerator. The board is also scheduled to appoint a Chair and other necessary officers.

• Discussion of Chapter 10 - Animals amendments regarding dog and cat microchipping exceptions
• Discussion of city-owned and operated incinerator conditions
• Appointment of the Animal Advisory Board Chair
• Appointment of other Animal Advisory Board officers

City Council

The City Council will consider final readings of ordinances updating the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan and city park rules. The body will also review several special use permits for alcohol sales and a road materials contract.

• Ordinance 2025-01-01: Updated Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan with penalties up to $500
• Ordinance 2025-01-02: New city park rules and permitting for festivals and alcohol with penalties up to $500
• Special Use Permits for alcohol sales at 1500 W. US 90, 610 W Holland Avenue, and 412 E. Holland Avenue
• RFP award to Ergon and Jarrett Dirt Work and Paving for road materials
• Transfer of $3,000 Hotel Occupancy Grant Funds from Alpine Gallery Night to Spirits of the West Event

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting begins with a workshop to discuss proposed updates to Appendix C of the Alpine Zoning Code. The commission holds public hearings on three special use permit applications for wine and malt beverage retail (two off‑premise permits for Alpine Velocity Ops LLC at 1500 W US 90 and 610 W Holland Ave, and one on‑premise permit for Alpine Harrys, LLC at 412 E Holland Ave). In the action items, the commission will vote to recommend that City Council approve each of these three special use permits.

• Workshop discussion of updates to Appendix C – general zoning regulations, land use, permits
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-01-02 for Alpine Velocity Ops LLC (off‑premise BQ) at 1500 W US 90
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-01-03 for Alpine Velocity Ops LLC (off‑premise BQ) at 610 W Holland Avenue
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-01-04 for Alpine Harrys, LLC (on‑premise BG and Late Hours) at 412 E Holland Avenue
• Discussion to change zoning designation of West Side of South Highway 118 from R-4 to C-1 Commercial

City Council

The Alpine City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances and then vote on them. Ordinance 2024-11-01 proposes the vacation, abandonment, and sale of portions of Saltillo Avenue, Monterey Avenue, Tuluco Avenue, Avenue "C," and Morilos Avenue, with proceeds to go to the general fund for street improvements. Ordinance 2025-01-02 would amend the parks and recreation code to set rules, permitting processes, and up to a $500 penalty for violations. The council will also adopt an order setting the May 3, 2025 municipal election date and early‑voting period.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-11-01 (vacation, abandonment, sale of streets)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-01-01 (repeal and update of water plans)
• Approve second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-11-01
• Approve first reading of Ordinance 2025-01-02 (parks and recreation rules)
• Approve Order 2025-01-01 setting May 3, 2025 election and early voting dates

Animal Advisory Board

The Alpine Animal Advisory Board meeting will consider updates to Chapter 10 of the city animal code, including microchip requirements and department titles. The board will also review the condition of the city‑owned incinerator. Action items include appointing the board chair and any additional officers as needed.

• Discussion of updates to Chapter 10 – Animals (microchip requirements, clarification language, department titles)
• Discussion of current conditions of the city‑owned incinerator
• Appointment of the Chair of the Animal Advisory Board
• Appointment of other officers of the Animal Advisory Board, as necessary

City Council

The Alpine City Council meeting will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit allowing Dollar General #24666 to obtain an off‑premise wine and malt beverage dealer permit at 1911 N. State Highway 118. Council members will also consider first readings of two ordinances: one to vacate and sell portions of several city streets, and another to update the water conservation and drought contingency plan with a $500 penalty provision. Additional agenda items include discussion of the FY 2025‑2026 budget process and approval of a payment to Bojorquez Law Firm for November 2024 services.

• Public hearing and approval of Special Use Permit 2025-01-01 for Dollar General #24666 at 1911 N. State Highway 118 (C‑2 Business District)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-11-01 to vacate, abandon, and sell portions of Saltillo Ave, Monterey Ave, Tuluco Ave, and Avenue “C”
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-01-01 updating Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan, adding up to $500 penalty per violation
• Approval of payment for November 2024 services to Bojorquez Law Firm
• Discussion of FY 2025‑2026 budget process