Donna public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) board will discuss and possibly act on hiring an attorney for the corporation, as well as adopting guidelines and vetting procedures for applicants seeking assistance. The board will also review the status of all outstanding loans and grants, discuss the corporation's articles of incorporation, and review its financial status. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel, legal advice, real property, and economic development incentives.

• Discussion and possible action on hiring an attorney
• Discussion and possible action on guidelines and vetting procedures for applicants
• Review of all loans and grants given out and their status
• Discussion on Articles of Incorporation for the EDC 4A
• Discussion on the financial status of the board

City Council

The City Council will meet in executive and open sessions to discuss the evaluation and possible dismissal of the City Manager. The body will also consider appointing an interim City Manager and retaining a consultant.

• Evaluation and/or dismissal of the City Manager
• Appointment of an interim City Manager
• Retaining professional services of a consultant

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) Board will meet to elect a Chair and consider authorizing a donation acceptance agreement. The board may also convene in executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real property, and economic development matters.

• Election of Chair for the EDC 4B Board
• Authorization to execute a Donation Acceptance Agreement
• Possible closed session under Chapter 551 for personnel, legal, real property, and economic development negotiations

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) board will elect a chair, consider a donation acceptance agreement, and vote on a sponsorship for the South Texas International Marathon scheduled for December 8. The meeting also includes executive sessions to discuss real estate project "Project Green" and the employment status of the board's attorney, followed by possible action on those topics.

• Election of Chair for the EDC 4A Board
• Authorization to execute a Donation Acceptance Agreement
• Consideration of sponsorship for the South Texas International Marathon (STIM) on Dec. 8, 2024
• Executive session discussion on real property project "Project Green" (Sec. 551.072)
• Executive session discussion on employment status of the EDC 4A Attorney (Sec. 551.074)

City Council

The Donna City Council will consider authorizing a donation acceptance agreement. They will then enter executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real property, and economic development matters, including a project referred to as 'Project Green'. After the closed session, they may take action on Project Green.

• Authorization to execute a donation acceptance agreement (no details provided)
• Executive session under Texas Government Code Sec. 551.074 (personnel), 551.071 (legal), 551.072 (real property), and 551.087 (economic development)
• Closed session discussion of Project Green (real property matter)
• Possible open-session action on Project Green after executive session

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for alcohol sales. They will consider amending the city charter to extend council, mayor, and judge terms from three to four years, following approval of Propositions A and B. Other items include purchasing a walk-in freezer for animal control and discussing legal matters in executive session.

• Conditional use permit for Alejandro Segura for alcohol mixed beverage on-premise at 2103 E. Business HWY 83 Ste C3
• Conditional use permit for Sarwart Manganhar for beer and wine off-premise at 900 Hooks Ave
• Charter amendment to extend council, mayor, and judge terms from three to four years (Ordinance 2021-10, Proposition A and B)
• Purchase of walk-in freezer for animal control department
• Executive session on lawsuits: TEDSI Infrastructure Group v. City of Donna and Moreno/Salinas v. Lugo et al.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two conditional use permits for alcohol sales. One request is for on-premise mixed beverage sales at 2103 E. Business HWY 83 Ste C3; the other is for off-premise beer and wine sales at 900 Hooks Ave. Possible action on both items will follow the hearing.

• Conditional Use Permit by Alejandro Segura for sale of alcohol mixed beverage for on-premise consumption at 2103 E. Business HWY 83 Ste C3
• Conditional Use Permit by Sarwart Mangahar for sale of alcoholic beverage beer and wine for off-premise consumption at 900 Hooks Ave

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda with multiple interlocal agreements and a donation of surplus fire equipment to Rio Bravo, Mexico. Regular items include a zone change request, conditional use permits, an ordinance amending solid waste rates, and various contracts. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss real estate matters under 'Project Green'.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-40 amending residential and commercial solid waste rates
• Zone change request from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2) at 5217 N. F.M. 493
• Conditional use permit for a tire shop at 602 Hooks Ave
• Donation of surplus fire equipment to sister city Rio Bravo, Mexico
• Release of approximately 40-acre tract from city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (Ordinance 2024-38)

City Council

The Donna City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to release a 40-acre tract from its extraterritorial jurisdiction, approve a zone change from residential to business, and vote on agreements for a wastewater treatment plant project and a mutual aid law enforcement task force. Other items include donating surplus fire equipment to Rio Bravo, Mexico, and authorizing conditional use permits for a tire shop and auto sales.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-38 releasing approximately 40 acres (property ID 206953) from city's extraterritorial jurisdiction
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-39 zone change at 5217 N. F.M 493 from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2)
• Conditional use permit for a tire shop at 602 Hooks Ave (not on major thoroughfare)
• Agreement with SWG Engineering, LLC for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project
• Donation of surplus fire equipment and fire/GI truck to sister city Rio Bravo, Mexico

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider possible action on three land-use requests: a conditional use permit for an auto sales lot, a zone change from single-family residential to general business, and a conditional use permit for a tire shop. All items will be discussed and may receive final action after the hearing.

• Conditional use permit by Veronica Ruiz for an auto sales lot at 4631 N. FM 493
• Zone change request by Roberto Maldonado from R1 (Single Family Residential) to B2 (General Business) at 5217 N. FM 493
• Conditional use permit by Luis Nieto for a tire shop at 602 Hooks Ave
• Possible first reading of Ordinance 2024-39 for the zone change

City Council

The Donna City Council will meet in special session to canvass the results of the November 5, 2024 election, administer the oath of office to newly elected officials, and discuss and possibly elect a Mayor Pro Tem. An executive session is also scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Canvass results of November 5, 2024 election
• Administration of oath of newly elected officials
• Discussion and possible action on election of Mayor Pro Tem

City Council

The Donna City Council will canvass the November 5, 2024 election results and administer oaths to newly elected officials. Council members will discuss and possibly vote on a Mayor Pro Tem. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Canvass results of the November 5, 2024 election
• Administration of oath of office to newly elected officials
• Discussion and possible action on election of Mayor Pro Tem
• Executive session on personnel appointments and evaluations under Sec. 551.074
• Executive session on real property purchase, exchange, or lease under Sec. 551.072

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a public hearing on a zone change from residential to general business and two conditional use permits for a car lot and a tire shop. The council will also consider an ordinance to remove the conditional use permit requirement for new tire shops, car lots, and automotive businesses along major thoroughfares. Other items include a budget amendment, purchase of ten unmarked police units, and release of 40 acres from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Public hearing on zone change from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2) at 5217 N FM 493
• Public hearing on conditional use permit for a car lot at 4631 N FM 493
• Consideration of ordinance to remove CUP requirement for new tire shops, car lots, and auto businesses on major thoroughfares
• Purchase of ten unmarked units for the police department
• Release of approximately 40-acre tract (property ID 206953) from city's extraterritorial jurisdiction

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on a conditional use permit for a car lot at 4631 N. FM 493, a zone change from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2) at 5217 N. FM 493, and a conditional use permit for a tire shop at 602 Hooks Ave. They may also vote on these items, including the first reading of Ordinance 2024-39 for the zone change.

• Conditional use permit by Veronica Ruiz to operate a car lot at 4631 N. FM 493
• Zone change by Roberto Maldonado from R1 to B2 at 5217 N. FM 493, with first reading of Ordinance 2024-39
• Conditional use permit by Luis Nieto to operate a tire shop at 602 Hooks Ave

City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of general obligation bonds and various vehicle and equipment purchases for Public Works and the Parks Department. The body is also considering interlocal agreements for animal control and waterline access for the Agave 493 Subdivision.

• Issuance of City of Donna, Texas General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024
• Interlocal agreement with City of Weslaco for animal control operations
• Waterline Access Agreement with Rivera Properties LLC for Agave 493 Subdivision
• Purchase of four Parks Department vehicles and two 2024 Ford Ranger trucks
• Buy-board purchases of a Peterbilt Tandem Dump Truck, Peterbilt Brush Grapple truck, and two Scag 61in riding mowers

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna (4B) will discuss and possibly approve its budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board will also convene an executive session to discuss personnel, legal matters, real property transactions, and economic development incentives. No other action items are listed.

• Approval of Development Corporation of Donna budget for fiscal year 2024-2025

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) will meet to consider and possibly approve its budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. An executive session is also scheduled for closed discussions about personnel, legal matters, real property, and economic development incentives. No other action items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible approval of the Development Corporation of Donna budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve the fiscal year 2024-2025 budgets for two economic development entities. The council may also take action regarding personnel and contractor employment.

• Approval of the Donna Economic Development Corporation budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal year
• Approval of the Development Corporation of Donna budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal year
• Appointment, employment, termination, reassignment, or dismissal of an employee or independent contractor

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a special meeting to consider second readings of the FY 2025 budget and property tax rate ordinances. Additional items include repairs for Wastewater Treatment Plant clarifiers and first readings of ordinances regulating junk vehicles and tow truck operations. The meeting may include an executive session for legal and personnel discussions.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-32: FY 2025 City Budget
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-34: FY 2025 Property Tax Rate
• Repairs for Clarifiers #2 at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-36: Regulation of junk and abandoned vehicles
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-37: Amending tow truck and wrecker regulations

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly vote on launching an inquiry into the official conduct of the city attorney under the city charter, appointing special counsel to assist the investigation, and authorizing the city manager to negotiate a contract for that special counsel. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Discussion and possible action to inquire into city attorney conduct under Article 2, Section 9 of the City Charter
• Discussion and possible action to appoint special counsel for the investigation
• Discussion and possible action to authorize city manager to negotiate and approve contract for special counsel legal services

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) will meet to discuss and potentially approve the budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board may also enter executive sessions to discuss personnel, legal matters, real property, and business incentives.

• Approval of Development Corporation of Donna budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal year

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a special meeting on September 24, 2024. They will consider a second reading of an ordinance amending residential and commercial solid waste rates, as well as second readings of two zone changes and a reconsideration of a conditional use permit for a BYOB event center. Other items include issuing Series 2024 certificates of obligation, accepting a $7,750 vest grant, and various purchases and contracts.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-27 amending solid waste residential and commercial rates
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-28 (zone change from R2 to B1) and Ordinance 2024-29 (zone change from R1 to B2)
• Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit for a late-night BYOB event center at 4510 N. FM 493
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of Series 2024 Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation
• Acceptance of $7,750 Patrick Leahy Vest Grant for purchase of body armor

City Council

The Donna City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items including approving a second reading of an ordinance releasing a 33-acre tract from ETJ, final plat approvals for two subdivisions, and zone changes for two properties. The council will also consider issuing certificates of obligation, a principal forgiveness agreement with the Texas Water Development Board, and a budget amendment.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-26 to release 33 acres from extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Final plat approval for Villa Paraiso Subdivision and Emerald Acres Subdivision
• Second reading of zone change for Kyndel Bennett from R1 to B2 and for Jazmine Murillo from R2 to B1
• Authorization to issue combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation series 2024
• Conditional use permit reconsideration for late-night BYOB at 4510 N. FM 493

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) will discuss and possibly approve its budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board may also convene in executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters as authorized by Texas law.

• Discussion and possible approval of Development Corporation of Donna budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Executive session authorized for personnel, legal advice, real property negotiations, and economic development incentives

City Council

The Donna City Council will meet to consider a second reading of an ordinance increasing solid waste rates for residents and businesses, alongside a range of other items including zone changes, subdivision approvals, and financial authorizations. The agenda also includes reconsideration of a conditional use permit for a late-night BYOB event center and discussion of a bond issuance for capital projects.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-27 to increase solid waste residential and commercial rates
• Second reading of two zone changes: 133 acres released from ETJ, R2 to B1, R1 to B2
• Final plat approvals for Emerald Acres and Villa Paraiso subdivisions
• Reconsideration of conditional use permit for BYOB event center at 4510 N. FM 493
• Consideration of $7,750 Patrick Leahy Vest Grant for body armor purchase

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a mechanic shop at 709 W. Hooks. The commission will also vote on preliminary and final plat approval for the Dollar Tree - Donna Subdivision and final plats for Emerald Acres and Villa Paraiso subdivisions.

• Public hearing and possible action on conditional use permit for mechanic shop at 709 W. Hooks, Donna (Luis Martinez applicant)
• Consideration and possible action on preliminary and final plat approval for Dollar Tree - Donna Subdivision (Duffy Engineering LLC)
• Consideration and possible action on final plat approval for Emerald Acres Subdivision (Melden & Hunt)
• Consideration and possible action on final plat approval for Villa Paraiso Subdivision (MDC Engineering, PLLC)

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will discuss and possibly approve its FY 2024-2025 budget, a reimbursement to the City for incentives paid to Cheddars, an update to bank signatures, and a consulting contract with Maverick Media. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development negotiations.

• Approve Donna Economic Development Corporation's budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Reimbursement to City of Donna for incentives paid to Cheddars upon closing of transaction with purchaser
• Resolution 2024-31 updating bank signatures for the 4A Corporation
• Maverick Media Consulting Contract

Economic Development Board 4B

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4B) Board is holding a workshop to discuss establishing grant parameters for the EDC 4B Board. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for discussion. The agenda contains only one substantive item.

• Discussion on establishing grant parameters for the EDC 4B Board

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a budget workshop to discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2024-25. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Budget workshop: Discussion of proposed budgets for fiscal year 2024-25

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for Luis Martinez to operate a mechanic shop at 709 W. Hooks. They will also consider final plat approval for Villa Paraiso submitted by MDC Engineering, PLLC. A public hearing will be opened and closed on the permit before possible action.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit for mechanic shop at 709 W. Hooks (Luis Martinez)
• Consideration and possible action on the conditional use permit
• Final plat approval for Villa Paraiso (MDC Engineering, PLLC)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed property tax rate of $.664694 per $100 valuation and consider the FY25 budget. The body will also review various grant applications for local businesses and a conditional use permit for a mechanic shop.

• Proposed ad valorem property tax rate of $.664694/$100.00 valuation
• Conditional Use Permit for a mechanic shop at 709 W. Hooks
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-32 (FY25 Budget) and Ordinance 2024-34 (FY25 Tax Rate)
• Grant applications for 12 businesses via Donna Economic Corporation Development (4A) and Development Corporation of Donna (4B)
• MOU amendments with the City of Weslaco for sanitary sewer utility services

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) will hold a meeting to discuss and possibly take action on grant applications from five local businesses. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters. No other substantive items are listed.

• Grant application from Ito's Mechanic Shop
• Grant application from First City Loan
• Grant application from The Stronghold Games
• Grant application from Hi-Way 83 Auto Sales
• Grant application from True Pride Boxing Gym

City Council

The City Council is meeting in special session to discuss and possibly take action on the employment status of the City Manager and the City Attorney. They will also consider appointing an Interim City Manager and a new City Attorney for the city and the EDC 4A Board. The agenda includes an executive session for legal and personnel discussions.

• Discussion and possible action on the employment status of the City Manager
• Appointment of an Interim City Manager
• Discussion and possible action on the employment status of the City Attorney and EDC 4A Board Attorney
• Appointment of a City Attorney and EDC 4A Board Attorney

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a public hearing on zone changes and conditional use permits, then discuss and possibly vote on setting a public hearing for the proposed 2024 tax rate, an election order for two commissioner seats, and several other routine items including a solid waste rate amendment and preliminary plat approvals.

• Public hearing on zone changes: 3300 IH-2 from R1 to B2, and 506 N. Main St from R2 to B1
• Conditional use permits for a tire shop at 522 S. Salinas Blvd, a BYOB event center at 4510 N. FM 493, and alcohol sales at two Stripes stores on Expressway 83
• Discussion and possible vote on ordering a general municipal election for Commissioner Place 2 and Place 4 on November 5, 2024
• Presentation of worksheets for No New Revenue and Voter Approved Tax Rates, followed by discussion and record vote on proposed tax rate
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-27 amending solid waste residential and commercial rates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider possible action on two zone change requests, three conditional use permits (including a tire shop, a late-night BYOB event center, and alcohol sales at two Stripes stores), and preliminary plat approvals for two subdivisions. After the public hearing, the commission will discuss and vote on these items.

• Zone change for 3300 IH-2 from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2) (requested by Melden & Hunt for Kyndel Bennett)
• Zone change for 506 N. Main St from Multi Family Residential (R2) to Local Business (B1) (requested by Jazmine Murillo)
• Conditional Use Permit for a tire shop at 522 S. Salinas Blvd (Victor Cano)
• Conditional Use Permit for a late-night BYOB event center at 4510 N. FM 493 (Gracie Ibanez)
• Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sales (on and off premise) at Stripes Store #40606H at 1009 Expressway 83 (7-Eleven Inc.)

City Council

The Donna City Council will discuss and possibly adopt a resolution ordering a general municipal election on November 5, 2024, for Commissioner Place 2 and Commissioner Place 4, as directed by the 13th Court of Appeals. The meeting also includes an executive session covering personnel, legal matters, real property, and economic development negotiations.

• Resolution ordering a municipal election for Commissioner, Place 2 and Commissioner, Place 4 on November 5, 2024
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters under Sec. 551.074
• Executive session to discuss legal advice on litigation under Sec. 551.071
• Executive session to discuss real property purchase/lease under Sec. 551.072
• Executive session to discuss economic development incentives under Sec. 551.087

City Council

The Donna TIRZ #2 Board of Directors will meet August 15, 2024. They will consider approving April 2024 minutes, request council to appoint/reappoint board members, and receive a financial update. The board will also discuss the status of upgrades and opening of Donna Bridge to commercial traffic. Additionally, they will consider authorizing the filing of the annual TIRZ report.

• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting
• Request to City Council for board member appointments/reappointments
• Financial update on Zone Fund and contributions by participating taxing authorities
• Status update on upgrades and opening of Donna Bridge to commercial traffic
• Authorize filing annual TIRZ report and annual update to Hidalgo County

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on hiring a special counsel, including authorization to negotiate a contract, and a training agreement with South Texas College. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Discussion and possible action on hiring a special counsel, including authorization to negotiate a contract
• Discussion and possible action on a contract for a training agreement with South Texas College
• Executive session to discuss personnel, legal advice, real property, and economic development incentives

City Council

The Donna City Council will vote on ordering a November 5, 2024 general municipal election for Commissioner Places 2 and 4. They will also consider a second reading to rezone 6642 N FM 493 from single-family to general business, retaining legal counsel for Proposition A from the 2021 election, and approving clarifier pipe repairs at the water treatment plant. Routine consent items include a back-to-school event permit and a municipal maintenance agreement.

• Ordering a general municipal election for Commissioner Place 2 and Place 4 on November 5, 2024
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-18 to rezone 6642 N FM 493 from R1 (Single Family) to B2 (General Business)
• Retaining The Law Office of Gilberto Hinojosa & Associates for a legal opinion on Proposition A (passed November 2021)
• Approving clarifier pipe repair at the Water Treatment Plant
• Amendment of Waste Disposal Agreement between City of Edinburg and City of Donna

City Council

This special meeting will consider ordering a general municipal election for November 5, 2024, to fill Commissioner Places 2 and 4. The council may also vote to retain legal counsel for a legal opinion on Proposition A from the 2021 election and to approve a grant application for the Donna Economic Corporation Development (4B). An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development discussions.

• Resolution ordering a general election for Commissioner, Place 2 and Place 4 on November 5, 2024
• Retention of The Law Office of Gilberto Hinojosa & Associates for legal opinion on Proposition A (2021)
• Approval of a grant application for Donna Economic Corporation Development (4B)
• Executive session authorized under Texas Government Code for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with three action items. The Council will discuss ordering a general municipal election for Commissioner Places 2 and 4 on November 5, 2024. They will also consider retaining legal services to advise on the adoption of Proposition A, passed in November 2021, and approve a grant application for the Donna Economic Corporation Development (4B). An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development discussions.

• Resolution ordering a general municipal election for Commissioner Place 2 and Place 4 on Tuesday, November 5, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on retaining The Law Office of Gilberto Hinojosa & Associates, P.C. for a legal opinion on Proposition A (passed Nov 2021)
• Discussion and possible action on approving a Grant Application for Donna Economic Corporation Development (4B)
• Executive session authorized under Texas Government Code for personnel, legal advice, real property, and economic development negotiations

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will discuss funding for 2024 Christmas decorations and a marketing agreement with Maverick media consulting. The board will also consider assistance applications for eight local businesses and funding for a real estate property purchase.

• Funding for 2024 Christmas decorations
• Marketing agreement with Maverick media consulting
• Assistance applications for Minga's Luxury Gentlemen's Barbershop, Monte Carlo Cafe, First Position Dance Company, Tio Roy's BBQ, Simple Oak Notary Services, HM Insurance Services, First Choice Transportation, and First Choice Learning Academy
• Funding assistance for purchase of real estate property

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna Inc. (4B) will review a financial report and consider grant applications for five specific businesses. The board will also discuss and potentially approve funding assistance for the purchase of real estate property.

• Grant application: Hi-Way 83 Auto Sales
• Grant application: True Pride Boxing Gym
• Grant application: Celina's Multi Printing
• Grant application: Red River Farms
• Grant application: Ito's General Mechanic Shop

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on conditional use permits for auto sales and food trucks, final plat approvals for new subdivisions, utility customer adjustments, and several intergovernmental agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing on three conditional use permit requests and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Conditional Use Permit for auto sales at 2413 E. Bus. 83 (Jose F. Perez)
• Conditional Use Permits for food trucks at 119 N. Salinas Blvd. and 11103 Hooks Ave.
• Final plat approvals for Agave at 493 Subdivision and Templo Monte Calvario Subdivision
• MOU with Little Club Youth Foundation (LCYF)
• Utility Customer Account Adjustments

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Randal Poirier to modify a backside fence and setback on a single lot at 3 Bougainvillea Dr. (Cedar Park Lot 3). No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Variance requested by Randal Poirier for fence and setback changes at 3 Bougainvillea Dr., Donna, TX (Cedar Park Lot 3)
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 6, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five conditional use permit requests for alcohol sales, auto sales, and food trucks. The body will also consider the approval of several subdivision plats and a replat.

• Conditional Use Permits for malt beverage consumption at 1009 Expressway 83 and 416 W. Expressway 83
• Conditional Use Permit for auto sales at 2413 E. Bus. 83
• Conditional Use Permits for food trucks at 119 N. Salinas Blvd. and 11103 Hooks Ave.
• Final plat approval for Agave at 493 and Templo Monte Calvario subdivisions
• Preliminary plat approval for San Joquin Estates No. 2 and replat of Los Indios Estates

City Council

The City Council will consider a zone change for Brenda Lorena Resendez and an ordinance regarding business recycling facilities. The council also plans to discuss the Donna Memorial Sports Complex layout and legal service contracts for the Donna International Bridge.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-16: Zone change from Single family (R1) to General Business (B2)
• Ordinance 2024-21: Canvassing election returns
• Resolution 2024-33: Application for financial assistance from the State Infrastructure Bank
• Proposed layout of Donna Memorial Sports Complex
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-07: Regulating business recycling facilities

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a zone change request for property at 6642 N. FM 493 from single-family residential (R1) to general business (B2). The council will also consider consent agenda items including a second reading of a zone change ordinance, final plat approval for Tierra Roosevelt Subdivision, and several resolutions. Regular items include first reading of another zone change, preliminary plat approval for Monarca Subdivision, right-of-way abandonment, and multiple purchases such as hot asphalt and a street sweeper. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, and real property matters.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2024-18: zone change from R1 to R2 for 6642 N. FM 493 (Terveen Family Trust)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-17: zone change from R1 to B2 for Norma Salinas
• Final plat approval for Tierra Roosevelt Subdivision
• Purchase of 5k tons of hot asphalt from Capa at $78 per ton
• Sourcewell Cooperative purchase of Elgin RegenX street sweeper from Kinloch Equipment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zone change for property at 6642 N. FM 493 from Single Family Residential (R1) to General Business (B2), requested by Melden and Hunt on behalf of Melvin L. Terveen, trustee of the Terveen Family Trust. The commission will also consider a separate zone change for the same property from R1 to Multi Family Residential (R2), as well as preliminary plat approval for Monarca Subdivision and final plat approval for Tierra Roosevelt Subdivision. The meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2024, at 5:30 PM at 307 S. 12th Street.

• Public hearing on zone change (R1 to B2) for 6642 N. FM 493
• Possible action on zone change (R1 to R2) for same property
• Preliminary plat approval for Monarca Subdivision
• Final plat approval for Tierra Roosevelt Subdivision
• Next meeting set for June 3, 2024

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will meet to discuss and possibly approve a non-compete covenant for the sale of Lot 5 at Shops at 493, and to discuss the use of the Knapp Sherrill building by the City of Donna. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real property, and economic development negotiations.

• Possible approval of non-compete covenant for sale of Lot 5, Shops at 493
• Discussion and possible action on use of Knapp Sherrill building by the City of Donna
• Executive session for personnel, legal, real property, and economic development matters

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zone change, a conditional use permit for a food truck, and three subdivision plats. The commission will also approve minutes and hear announcements.

• Zone change for 901 Ramsey Road from R1 to R2, requested by Maria De Jesus Guerrero & Alejandra De Leon
• Conditional use permit for food truck 'Traveler Taco -N- Tigo' at 777 W BUS 83, requested by Juan Barrera
• Final plat approval for Puente Del Sur Subdivision (R E Garcia & Associates for Puente Del Sur LTD)
• Preliminary plat approval for Jay Will Subdivision (R Robles Engineering for Luis Valerio)
• Preliminary plat approval for Sibley Haven Ranch Subdivision (R Robles Engineering for Daniel Benavides)

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three regular agenda items: authorizing a contract with C&M Associates to update a Benefit Cost Analysis, authorizing improvements to the Cargo Lot for Commercial Trucks, and authorizing staff to submit a FY 2025-2026 Multimodal Project Discretionary Grant (MPDG) application. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Authorize contract with C&M Associates to update Benefit Cost Analysis
• Authorize improvements for Cargo Lot for Commercial Trucks
• Authorize submission of FY 2025-2026 Multimodal Project Discretionary Grant (MPDG) application
• Executive session possible for personnel, legal, real property, and economic development discussions

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) is meeting to consider two agenda items: the sale of Lot 5 at Shops 493 and issuing a letter of intent for EDC-owned property. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development negotiations.

• Sale of Lot 5 at Shops 493
• Letter of intent for EDC 4A owned property
• Executive session authorized under Texas Gov't Code 551.074, 551.071, 551.072, 551.087

Economic Development Board 4B

The Development Corporation of Donna (4B) will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve an attorney contract, adopt parameters for grants and loans, and hear a presentation on a Bridge Bond. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters, followed by possible action on grant applications.

• Approval of Development Corporation of Donna attorney contract
• Adopting parameters for grants and loans
• Presentation of Bridge Bond
• Possible action on grant applications (discussed in executive session)

City Council

The Donna City Council will consider a federal application for up to $60 million from USDA's Community Facilities Program for transportation, roadway, and water/wastewater improvements tied to the Donna International Bridge, plus hiring Fulcrum Consulting as project engineer. Other items include a zone change request, speed limit ordinances, a property tax refund, and various equipment and contract approvals. The meeting also includes an executive session on an ambulance service contract.

• USDA grant application up to $60.0 million for International Bridge transportation and water/wastewater systems
• Contract with Fulcrum Consulting Services as project engineer for the USDA application
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-16: zone change from R1 to B2 for Brenda Lorena Resendez
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-11 and 2024-12 setting speed limits on Lott Road and roads around Donna Square Park
• Approval of Resolution 2024-29 establishing bank accounts with Greater State Bank

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a special meeting to consider applying for financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board (up to $10 million) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (up to $60 million) for citywide drainage improvements and transportation/water infrastructure related to the Donna International Bridge. The council will also discuss contracting Fulcrum Consulting Services to prepare and manage these applications. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Authorize TWDB Flood Infrastructure Fund application up to $10.0 million for Citywide Drainage System Improvement
• Authorize Fulcrum Consulting Services to prepare TWDB application for drainage improvements
• Authorize USDA Community Facilities Program application up to $60.0 million for transportation and water/wastewater support at Donna International Bridge
• Contract Fulcrum Consulting Services as Project Engineer for USDA application and related services
• Executive session for personnel, legal, real property, and economic development discussions

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on conditional use permits for a bar, a day care, and a muffler shop, as well as two zone changes from residential to business. They will also consider preliminary plats for two subdivisions, a water and sewer rate ordinance amendment, and several consent agenda items including an election services contract. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Conditional use permit for End of the Trail Sport Bar (alcohol sales) at 9514 N FM 493
• Zone change (R1 to B2) for property at 8312 N FM 493 and 1802 Hester Avenue
• Preliminary plat approvals for White Hill Acres and Linares Subdivisions
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-14 amending water and sewer rates
• Contract with Hidalgo County for May 4, 2024 election services

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on three conditional use permits (a sports bar, a day care, and a muffler shop), two zone changes from residential to general business, and preliminary plat approvals for two subdivisions. The meeting includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a scheduled next meeting date.

• Conditional Use Permit for End of the Trail Sport Bar (alcohol sales) at 9514 N FM 493
• Conditional Use Permit for JK Learning Center day care at 113 N 6th St
• Conditional Use Permit for Jorges Muffler Shop at 703 W Bus 83 & 106 S 7th St
• Zone changes (Ordinances 2024-16 and 2024-17) from R1 to B2 at 8312 N FM 493 and 1802 Hester Ave
• Preliminary plats for White Hill Acres and Linares Subdivisions

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a special meeting to consider routine consent items and regular agenda items. Key actions include final approval of a bridge toll fee ordinance, acceptance of the city's annual financial report, and resolutions related to issuing certificates of obligation. The council will also discuss acquiring real estate, purchasing a Polaris ATV for the police department, and authorizing proposals for street materials.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-08 to release a 20-acre tract (property id 192883) from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-06 amending Donna-Rio Bravo International Bridge toll fees
• Approval of Resolution 2024-26 declaring intent to reimburse certain expenditures
• Approval of Resolution 2024-27 authorizing publication of notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation
• Purchase of a 2024 Polaris ATV for Donna PD, reimbursed by the 2023 Operation Stone Garden Grant

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items and regular agenda items, including utility rate actions, speed bump installations, equipment purchases, and ordinance readings. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Decline PUC access line rate increase for 2024
• Resolution 2024-21 to suspend AEP Texas rate change
• Speed bumps on Lott Rd and 13th St
• Ordinance 2024-11 setting speed limits on Lott Road
• Purchase of FORCE Z23SLT Tractor and 36" RCP drainage pipe

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will hold a meeting to elect officers, discuss the board's roles and responsibilities, and consider adopting parameters for grants and loans. The finance director will present a report, and the board may enter executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, or economic development negotiations.

• Election of officers
• Discussion on EDC roles, authority, and responsibilities
• Possible action on adopting parameters for grants and loans
• Finance report by Finance Director

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zone change at 901 Ramsey Road, a conditional use permit for a food truck, and the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024. The consent agenda includes grant applications, a property tax refund, and election-related items. Regular items also cover water rate amendments, a budget ordinance, and several subdivision plats.

• Zone change at 901 Ramsey Road from R1 to R2 (1.46 acres)
• Conditional use permit for food truck 'Traveler Taco -N- Tigo' at 777 W BUS 83
• Ordinance 2024-08 releasing ~20-acre tract from extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Resolution 2024-18: 2025 Operation Lone Star grant #5075801
• Ordinance 2024-10 authorizing Series 2024 certificates of obligation

City Council

The Donna City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a real estate contract related to the EDC 4A and Shops @ 493 Lot 4. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on approving EDC 4A Real Estate contract - Shops @ 493 Lot 4

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 20, 2024, covering consent agenda items, regular agenda items, and an executive session. Key actions include first readings of ordinances on bridge toll fees and business recycling facilities, discussion on consolidating tax collection with Hidalgo County, and discussion on the city taking over waste collection services. The meeting also includes several routine items such as fee waivers, speed bumps, and interlocal agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-06 amending Donna-Rio Bravo International Bridge Toll Fees
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 regulating business recycling facilities and conditional use permits
• Discussion and possible action on consolidation of tax collection with County of Hidalgo
• Discussion and possible action on personnel for takeover of waste collection services by City
• Approval of MOU with Hidalgo County Head Start for lease of building at 1715 Miller Avenue

Economic Development Board 4A

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will meet to discuss and possibly act on a marketing agreement with Maverick Media Consulting and the sale of real estate at Shop 493. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, legal, and real estate matters. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on marketing agreement with Maverick Media Consulting
• Discussion and possible action on sale of real estate at Shop 493
• Executive session authorized under Texas Government Code for personnel, legal, and real property matters

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 6, 2024, to discuss and vote on a range of items, including a bond election for May 2024, water and sewer rate amendments, and several grant applications. The agenda also includes consent items such as facility use, property tax refunds, and surplus property, as well as regular items like board restructuring, park playground purchases, and contract awards. An executive session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2024-04 ordering a bond election on May 4, 2024
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-05 amending water and sewer rates
• Grant submissions for police body-worn cameras, crime victim liaisons, and parks
• Purchase of playground sets for Placita Park and Schroeder Park
• Award of RFB 2023-007 and RFB 2023-008 for metal and universal containers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving the preliminary plat for JV Subdivision No 3, submitted by R. Robles Engineering on behalf of Jose Villarreal. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 4, 2023, and January 8, 2024, and scheduling the next meeting for March 4, 2024.

• Public hearing and possible action on preliminary plat approval for JV Subdivision No 3
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 4, 2023, and January 8, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for March 4, 2024

City Council

The Donna City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a zone change and conditional use permits for an outdoor event center and a drive-thru beer/wine retailer, along with a second reading of an ordinance that would pause bond-related actions for the Donna Port of Entry. The agenda also includes consent items such as a property tax refund, a final plat approval, and utility adjustments, plus regular items like a circus permit, a splash pad purchase, and several grant submissions. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, legal, real estate, and economic development matters.

• Zone change from Single Family Residential to General Business at 701 S Hutto Road
• Conditional use permits for La Quinta Escondida outdoor event center (including BYOB) and El Gallo Drive Thru beer/wine sales
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-32 to abate bond ordinances for Donna Port of Entry commercial facilities
• Property tax refund over $500
• Circus permit for Circo Hermanos Vazquez, Jan 26-Feb 26, 2024

City Council

This meeting has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zone change from Single Family Residential to General Business at 701 S Hutto Road, plus three conditional use permits: two for an outdoor event center called La Quinta Escondida (one with BYOB) and one for beer and wine sales at El Gallo Drive Thru. The commission will also consider final plat approval for Champion Ridge at Donna Meadows. Action may be taken on all items.

• Zone change from Single Family Residential to General Business at 701 S Hutto Road
• Conditional use permit for outdoor event center La Quinta Escondida at 701 S Hutto Road
• Conditional use permit for BYOB at La Quinta Escondida
• Conditional use permit for beer and wine off-premise sales at El Gallo Drive Thru, 4417 N FM 493
• Final plat approval for Champion Ridge at Donna Meadows

City Council

The Donna City Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on a forensic audit of city accounts, restructuring several city boards, and issuing certificates of obligation. They will also consider a resolution to release a 119.51-acre tract from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, among other items. The agenda includes both regular and executive session items.

• Forensic audit of general and pertinent accounts
• Restructuring of EDC (4A), Development Corporation (4B), International Bridge, and Housing Authority boards
• Resolution 2024-02 authorizing notice of intent to issue certificates of obligation
• Release of 119.51-acre tract (property IDs 193082 & 205972) from extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Amending Ordinance 2021-04 for wrecker service charges