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Donna public meetings in 2025

42 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 30, 2025

City Council

City Council to discuss TMRS budget transfers and pension ordinance

The Donna City Council will meet to discuss budget transfers for Texas Municipal Retirement System contributions and consider a second reading of an ordinance changing the city's pension matching ratio. The meeting may include a closed executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

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Tue Dec 23, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider appointing an interim city manager

The Donna City Council will hold a special meeting on December 23, 2025 to discuss and possibly act on appointing an interim city manager. The meeting includes an executive session covering personnel matters, legal advice on pending litigation, real‑property negotiations, and economic‑development incentives. Additional closed sessions may be convened if needed.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Bridge Board

Donna Bridge Board to discuss commercial expansion and hold executive session

The Donna International Bridge Corporation will discuss a bridge commercial expansion and receive updates from the bridge manager and international partners. The meeting will also include a closed executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider releasing 2.73 acres from ETJ and updating boundary map

The Donna City Council will discuss a series of items, including the first reading of Ordinance 2025-50 to release approximately 2.73 acres of land (Property ID 790443) from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction and update the ETJ boundary map. The council will also consider a resolution to apply for Texas Water Development Board assistance for wastewater system improvements, an interlocal agreement with American Legion Border Post #107, and a first reading of Ordinance 2025-51 that changes the matching ratio for the municipal retirement system benefits. Additional items include a work authorization for Phase 2 bridge expansion services and several plat approvals and fee requests.

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Fri Dec 12, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Board holds commercial & investment tour; no votes will be taken

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) Board will hold a commercial and investment tour and presentation on December 12, 2025. The meeting is noted as a potential quorum and no formal votes will be taken. Any discussion of public business will be incidental to the event.

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Fri Dec 12, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board to attend commercial tour; no votes will be taken

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4B) Board will hold a quorum‑possible meeting for a Commercial & Investment Tour and Presentation at Victoria Palms Inn & Suites. No votes will be taken and any public business discussion will be incidental. The notice was posted at City Hall on Dec. 8, 2025.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Board of Adjustments

Board reviews two variance requests for food truck and setback encroachment

The Donna Board of Adjustments will hold an open public hearing and consider two variance applications. One request from Maria Rodriguez seeks a variance to allow a food truck on Business Highway 83 at 2301 E. Business HWY 83. The second request from Lionel Del Bosque seeks a variance for an encroachment on side and front setbacks at 109 Ash Street. The board may take action on each request after discussion.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Donna Planning Commission to consider two subdivision plat approvals

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve final plats for two subdivisions: White Hill Acres and Valley Midway Estates. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 PM on December 11, 2025, at City Hall.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board will consider approving TIPA membership and cost sharing with Donna Bridge.

The Donna Economic Development Board (4B) will meet on December 11, 2025 to discuss several items. New business includes consideration of approving membership in the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) with cost sharing with the Donna International Bridge. The board will also consider approving registration and attendance at the ICSC Red River conference in February 2026 and the ICSC Las Vegas conference in May 2026 for the Executive Director and a board member. A closed session will address possible amendments to the board’s bylaws and a staffing service agreement with the City of Donna.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Board to consider a staffing service agreement with the City of Donna

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) Board will approve the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and possibly approve registration and attendance for two ICSC conferences in 2026. The board will also consider a joint workshop for EDC 4A and 4B and a proposed staffing service agreement with the City of Donna.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Board may approve a staffing service agreement with the City of Donna

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) board will first approve the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss possible approval for registration and attendance at the ICSC Red River conference (Feb 17‑18, 2026, San Antonio) and the ICSC Las Vegas conference (May 18‑20, 2026, Las Vegas) for the Executive Director and one board member each. A joint 4A/4B workshop for January 2026 will be considered, and a closed‑session will address a proposed Staffing Service Agreement between the Donna EDC and the City of Donna.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Bridge Board

Donna Bridge Corp to discuss operations and legal matters

The Donna International Bridge Corporation will meet to receive a bridge report and an update from a Mexican partner, followed by a closed executive session to discuss personnel, legal advice, and real property.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to consider subdivision plats and employee benefit changes

The City Council will discuss land development approvals for two subdivisions and updates to city employee benefits. The body is also considering appointments for economic development corporations and a technology lease for the police station.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider final plat approvals for two subdivisions

The Donna Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on December 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM. Commissioners will discuss and possibly act on the final plat approval for the White Hill Acres Subdivision. They will also discuss and possibly act on the final plat approval for the Valley Midway Estates Subdivision. The agenda includes roll call, other business, and adjournment.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to discuss Midway Estates subdivision and public health ordinances

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding vector control and tire disposal regulations. The body is also reviewing approvals for the Midway Estates Subdivision and a grant for the Victims of Crime Act Formula Program.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Donna P&Z to consider plat approvals for two subdivisions

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve plat requests for two residential developments. These actions determine the legal layout and division of land for new subdivisions.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board will consider approving expenditures for the Halloween Spooktacular Bash

The Donna Economic Development Board will discuss several new business items, including possible approval of expenditures for the Halloween Spooktacular Bash, sponsorship for the Aurora House Foundation Gala, Resolution 2025-30, issuance of a debit card for the Executive Director with a spending limit, and rescheduling the November 25 regular board meeting. A presentation on the Donna International Bridge will be given, and a consent agenda will approve the minutes of the September 23 regular meeting. The meeting also includes a closed session to deliberate on economic development, real property, and employment matters.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Donna EDC to consider Texas International Produce Association membership

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will discuss joining the Texas International Produce Association and splitting the cost with the Donna International Bridge. The board will also consider amendments to the DEDC 4A bylaws.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Bridge Board

Donna Bridge Board to discuss lease, contracts, and security services

The Donna International Bridge Corporation will meet to discuss updates on bridge operations, a lease amendment with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, and potential contracts for engineering and security services. The meeting will also include an executive session.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to discuss Rio Bravo International Bridge expansion and infrastructure

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including the Donna Rio Bravo International Bridge expansion and wastewater treatment plant assessments. The body will also vote on grant acceptances, vehicle purchases, and subdivision plat approvals.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board to approve Resolution 2025-30 updating bank signatures and debit card authority

The Economic Development Board will consider new business items, including approval of expenditures for a Halloween Spooktacular Bash, sponsorship for the Aurora House Foundation Gala, and Resolution 2025-30 to update bank signers and authorize a debit card for the Executive Director. It will also discuss rescheduling the November 25, 2025 meeting and hold a closed session on economic development, real‑property, and employment matters. The agenda also includes a public comment period, a presentation on the Donna International Bridge, and routine consent agenda items such as approving the September 23, 2025 minutes.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board will consider approving expenditures for the Halloween Spooktacular Bash

The Donna Economic Development Board (4B) will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at 307 S. 12th Street. The agenda includes approval of the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes, a presentation on the Donna International Bridge, and several new‑business items such as spending for a Halloween Spooktacular Bash, sponsorship for the Aurora House Foundation Gala, Resolution 2025‑30, a debit‑card spending limit for the Executive Director, and rescheduling the November 25 board meeting. A closed session will address economic‑development, real‑property, and employment matters, as well as attorney consultation.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider police department technology purchase up to $100K

The Donna City Council will discuss and possibly act on several resolutions and contracts, including a resolution to open a Money Market Bank Account with Greater State Bank and a resolution to deny Texas Gas Service Company's proposed rate increase. Items also include the first reading of ordinances on vector control and tire disposal, and the approval of a police department technology purchase not to exceed $100,000 under a lease‑finance option. The meeting will also feature a public hearing on the Urban County Program Fiscal Year 39 needs and presentations on USDA loan programs and workforce solutions.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Donna EDC to consider event spending and update bank signatures

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) will discuss expenditures for local events and sponsorships. The board will also consider updating authorized bank signers for several accounts and issuing a debit card to the Executive Director.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Bridge Board

Board may vote to advertise RFB for Phase II bridge expansion (Southbound & Northbound)

The Donna International Bridge Corporation will receive a monthly update from the Bridge Department for September 2025. The board will discuss the status of the Donation Acceptance Program and consider advertising a Request for Bids for Phase II commercial bridge expansion, as well as a possible agreement with iTollz for a toll app. An executive session will be held to discuss personnel, legal, property, and economic‑development matters in closed session.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

City Council

Council to consider rezoning 2239 E. Roosevelt Rd. from single‑ to multi‑family

The Donna City Council will discuss a zone change request to convert a single‑family residential lot at 2239 E. Roosevelt Rd. to multi‑family residential. The meeting also includes a conditional use permit for a food truck court at 2112 Redskin Ave. to operate late‑night hours, and a presentation of an $800 grant for the Utilities Department. Additional items include a dump‑truck purchase for Public Works and approval of a carnival application for October‑November 2025.

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Mon Oct 6, 2025

Board of Adjustments

Board will consider variances to reduce lot size and address encroachment

The Donna Board of Adjustments will hold an open public hearing and then consider two variance requests. Lawrence E. Revelle seeks to reduce the minimum lot size from 7,200 square feet to 5,500 square feet for a single‑family subdivision at 4600 N. FM 493. Maria Del Socorro Guajardo seeks permission for an encroachment on adjacent lot 1 of the Donna Original Townsite Subdivision, Block 48, at 315 N. 6th Street. The board may take action on these requests.

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Mon Oct 6, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Donna P&Z to consider zoning change for multi-family development

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on two requests. These include a zoning change for a residential development and a conditional use permit for a food truck court.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to vote on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rates

The City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and the tax rate and levy for Tax Year 2025. The meeting includes several second readings of ordinances regarding zoning, utility rates, and city regulations.

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Fri Sep 26, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Donna EDC 4A Board to attend sales tax workshop

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) Board of Directors is attending an Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop. The notice states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business will be incidental to the event.

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Fri Sep 26, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Economic Development Board 4B to attend sales tax workshop

The Development Corporation of Donna (4B) Board of Directors will attend an Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop. The notice states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business will be incidental to the event.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Board will consider approving the 2025‑2026 budget for the Economic Development Corp

The Donna Economic Development Board will discuss a consent agenda that includes excused absences for two directors and approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. New business includes a vote on the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget for the corporation. Old business covers new criteria and an application process for regular business incentives. A closed session will address several economic‑development matters such as the Project Pipes incentive agreement, asset transfers, rental‑property defaults, a legal services contract, and an ongoing lawsuit.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Potential quorum notice; business mixer held, no votes will be taken

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) Board posted a notice that a quorum may be present at a business mixer on September 18, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 1805 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. No votes will be taken and any public business discussion will be incidental. The notice was posted at City Hall on September 12, 2025.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Economic Development Board 4B

Donna EDC Board to attend business mixer

This notice is for a business mixer where a quorum of the Economic Development of Donna (4B) Board of Directors may be present. The document states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business will be incidental to the event.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

City Council

City Council to hear public comments on proposed annexation of 10‑acre parcel

The Donna City Council will hold an open public hearing to solicit comments on a proposed voluntary annexation. The annexation would extend the city boundary to include a 10‑acre parcel (Lot, Town & Improvements, S.1/2 of S.1/2 Block 25) requested by property owner Enrique Gutierrez. No decision will be made at this hearing; it is for public input only.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Adjustments

Board of Adjustments to hear variance requests for car lots and multi-structure parcels

The Donna Board of Adjustments will meet to consider three variance requests for properties on FM 493, Salinas Blvd, and Mile 3 ½. The body will hold an open public hearing before deciding on the applications.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Adjustments

Board will consider rezoning 8278 N. FM 493 from single‑family to general business

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to discuss several rezoning requests, including a commercial plaza, a multifamily development, and an electrical substation. It will also consider a conditional use permit for off‑premise beer and wine sales and review plat approvals for two subdivisions. Decisions may be made on these items at the meeting.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to consider 2025-2026 budget and property tax rate

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the annual budget and a proposed property tax rate of $.6626 per $100 valuation. The body will also consider several zoning changes and plat approvals for residential and commercial developments.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Board to consider approving the 2025‑2026 budget for Donna Economic Development Corp (4A)

The board will approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting and consider the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget. It will also discuss new criteria for the façade grant and regular business incentives, and hear reports from the executive director and city finance director. In a closed session, the board will deliberate on several economic development matters, including the Project Pipes incentive agreement, asset transfers, default lists, a legal services contract, and an ongoing lawsuit.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Economic Development Board 4A

Economic Development Board to attend Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen ribbon cutting

The Donna Economic Development Corporation (4A) Board of Directors will attend a ribbon cutting and luncheon. The notice states that no votes will be taken and any discussion of public business will be incidental.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

City Council

Donna City Council to discuss 2025 tax rates and multiple city ordinances

The City Council will consider the 2025 tax rate and vote to set a public hearing date if needed. The body will also review several ordinances covering water and sewer rates, toll increases for the Donna International Bridge, and parking regulations.

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Mon May 12, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: No actions taken; meeting agenda items only discussed

The special City Council meeting on May 12, 2025 listed numerous agenda items for discussion, including community events, annexation, memoranda of understanding, budget transfers, and ordinance readings. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies for these items.