Mathis public meetings in 2025
18 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The Mathis City Council approved several actions, including the second reading of Ordinance O‑26‑10‑01 reducing game‑room fees, the award of a $300,000 planning grant to Mundo & Associates, and a $2,151,680 contract to TTE, LLC for a water‑well improvement project. The council also approved a professional services agreement with Ardurra Group for the Hwy‑359/IH‑37 water and sewer extension and adopted a Chapter 380 economic development agreement. An executive session was held to discuss potential incentives for Whataburger.
- Ordinance No. O‑26‑10‑01: annual game‑room fee reduced from $81,000 to $300; $15 tag fee added
- Award to Mundo & Associates, Inc. for planning services on Texas General Land Office CDBG‑MIT RCP grant (up to $300,000)
- Award to TTE, LLC for Water Well Improvement Project, contract amount $2,151,680
- Award to Ardurra Group, Inc. for engineering design and project management of Hwy‑359 and IH‑37 water and sewer extension
- Approval of Chapter 380 Economic Development Program and Performance Agreement with Mathis Economic Development Corp and SCC Development Co.
City Council
The City Council will discuss awarding several professional service contracts and a major water well project. The body will also consider a game room ordinance and economic development agreements with SCC Development Company and Whataburger.
- Contract for Water Well Improvement Project to TTE, LLC in the amount of $2,151,680.00
- Second reading of Ordinance No. O-26-10-01 regarding Game Rooms and Amusement Redemption Machines
- Professional services agreement with ARDURRA Group, Inc. for Hwy-359 and IH-37 Water and Sewer Extension Project
- Chapter 380 Economic Development Program agreement with SCC Development Company, LLC
- Potential financial incentives for Whataburger
City Council
The City Council will vote on the second reading of ordinances regarding a 12.70-acre land annexation and a new Water and Wastewater Fee Schedule. The body will also discuss a resource-sharing agreement with Corpus Christi, Alice, and Beeville for water and wastewater services.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-02 to annex a 12.70-acre tract of land
- Second reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-03 to zone annexed property as B-1 Business District
- Second reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-04 establishing a Water and Wastewater Fee Schedule
- First reading of Ordinance No. O-26-12-05 regarding Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Corpus Christi, Alice, and Beeville for water and wastewater services
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The Mathis City Council approved the October 27 minutes, adopted the FY 2024 audit, and approved a tax‑abatement resolution. It held a public hearing on annexing a 12.70‑acre parcel for a Business District and discussed the city’s $490,000 utility investment and cost‑share with the developer and EDC. The council also reviewed a proposed water and wastewater rate increase that would raise the water charge from $31.68 to $32.63 for 2,000 gallons and increase the sewer charge from $4.80 to $5.02 per 1,000 gallons.
- Approval of FY 2024 audit (unmodified opinion) – motion approved 5‑0
- Adoption of Resolution R‑26‑11‑01 setting tax‑abatement criteria based on job creation
- First reading of Ordinance O‑26‑11‑02 to annex a 12.70‑acre tract for a truck stop/Whataburger
- Public hearing on water and wastewater rate increase: water $31.68 → $32.63 (2,000 gal), sewer $4.80 → $5.02 per 1,000 gal
- City utility investment of roughly $490,000 for the annexation, with cost split 70% city, 30% developer; EDC 80%/20%
City Council
The Mathis City Council will hold a public forum and a public hearing, then consider several motions including the annexation and zoning of a 12.70‑acre parcel owned by Connally Family, Ltd. The council will also vote on the FY2024 audit, adopt tax‑abatement guidelines, and approve a new water and wastewater fee schedule.
- First reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-02 to annex the 12.70‑acre tract (Connally Family, Ltd.) into Mathis city limits
- First reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-03 to rezone the annexed property as B‑1 Business District
- First reading of Ordinance No. O-26-11-04 establishing a Water and Wastewater Fee Schedule
- Motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2024 Audit as presented by Ernest R. Garza, C.P.A.
- Motion to adopt Resolution No. R-26-11-01 setting guidelines for Tax Abatement for development
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The Mathis City Council and the Mathis Economic Development Corporation voted to approve an infrastructure incentive for SCC Development Company, allowing the city to fund 20% and the MEDC 80% of costs up to $800,000. The agreement requires SCC to reimburse the city for its 20% share and the MEDC for its 80% share, with a maximum reimbursement of $210,000 due upon issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Earlier motions to approve and then rescind a similar incentive were discussed before the final approval.
- Approve infrastructure incentive for SCC Development Company, cost not to exceed $800,000
- Cost split: 20% paid by the City of Mathis, 80% paid by the Mathis Economic Development Corporation
- SCC Development Company must reimburse the City $210,000 and the MEDC $590,000 upon certificate of occupancy
- Previous motion to approve the incentive was rescinded before final approval
- Executive session held to consult with City Attorney on legal issues related to business incentives
City Council
The Mathis City Council and the Mathis 4B Economic Development Corporation will hold a joint meeting. After a closed executive session to consult the City Attorney on legal issues, the council will consider possible financial or other incentives for SCC Development Company. No other actions are scheduled beyond possible action on those incentives.
- Roll call to determine presence of a quorum
- Close public meeting and enter executive session
- Executive session to consult City Attorney on legal issues regarding potential incentives to SCC Development Company
- Consider possible action regarding potential financial or other incentives to SCC Development Company
- Reconvene public meeting
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The Mathis City Council approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting. It voted 5‑0 to adopt an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with San Patricio County that sets food‑establishment inspection fees at $5,600 for both 2026 and 2027. The council also approved a preliminary plat to re‑divide lot 914 N. Live Oak into a single mobile‑home lot. Several bond‑funded street‑repair projects and a new city‑hall proposal were discussed but no action was taken.
- Approval of October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0).
- Adoption of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with San Patricio County; inspection fees $5,600 for 2026 and 2027 (5‑0).
- Approval of preliminary plat for Lot 3R, Block 3 (914 N. Live Oak) to combine two lots for a mobile home (5‑0).
- Game rooms and amusement redemption machines ordinance was tabled, then the tabling motion was rescinded; no action taken.
- Discussion of bond‑funded street repairs, isolation valves, baseball‑field lighting, and a new city‑hall; no decisions made.
City Council
The council will vote on the second reading of Ordinance No. O-26-10-01, which regulates game rooms and amusement redemption machines. It will discuss and potentially approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with San Patricio County for retail food establishment regulation and OSSF enforcement services. The council will also consider a preliminary plat re‑plat of Lots 3 & 4, Block 3, and review proposed uses of bond‑funded money for street reconstruction, water and sewer projects, and equipment for public works and police.
- Second reading approval of Ordinance No. O-26-10-01, Regulation of Game Rooms and Amusement Redemption Machines
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with San Patricio County for retail food regulation and OSSF enforcement
- Preliminary plat re‑plat of Lot 3R, Block 3 (Lots 3 & 4, Block 3, Fred Rich Addition)
- Discussion of bond‑funded projects for street reconstruction, water and sewer infrastructure, and public works/police vehicles
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The council approved the September 18 and 22 meeting minutes, set a November 10, 2025 public hearing on the annexation and zoning of a 12.70‑acre tract, awarded an $11,214,358 contract to Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. for a MIT Grant sanitary‑sewer project, and approved the refurbishment of city‑owned water wells. It also approved a promoter agreement with New Horizon Entertainment, LLC for Freedom Fest 2026 ($65,875), the first reading of Ordinance No. O-26-10-01 regulating game rooms and amusement redemption machines, and set a November 10 hearing on a water and sewer rate increase.
- Awarded Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. contract for $11,214,358 for MIT Grant sanitary sewer improvements (Project #22-085-032-D275)
- Set November 10, 2025 public hearing on annexation and zoning of 12.70‑acre tract from Connally Family deed
- Approved promoter agreement with New Horizon Entertainment, LLC for Freedom Fest 2026, $65,875
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. O-26-10-01 regulating game rooms and amusement redemption machines
- Approved refurbishment and repair of city‑owned water wells
City Council
The Mathis City Council will consider awarding a low‑bid contract worth $11,214,358.00 to Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. for the MIT Grant Sanitary Sewer Improvements project. The council will also set November 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. as the public hearing date for a proposed annexation and zoning of a 12.70‑acre tract. Additional items include discussion of water‑well repairs, a promoter agreement for Freedom Fest 2026, and an ordinance regulating game rooms and amusement redemption machines.
- Set Nov 10, 2025 public hearing for annexation and zoning of 12.70‑acre tract (Connally Family, Ltd.)
- Award $11,214,358.00 contract to Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. for MIT Grant sewer improvements
- Discuss refurbishing and repair of city‑owned water wells
- Promoter agreement with New Horizon Entertainment, LLC for Freedom Fest 2026
- Ordinance No. O-26-10-01 regulating game rooms and amusement redemption machines
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The council approved the September 8, 2025 minutes and adopted a proclamation for 2025 Fire Prevention Week highlighting lithium‑ion battery safety. It moved the first October council meeting to October 14, 2025 and authorized the city manager to submit a loan application to the Texas Water Development Board Revolving Water Fund. The council also adopted the FY 2025‑2026 budget, approved the second reading of the tax levy setting the property tax rate at $1.276432 per $100 valuation, ratified the tax increase, and authorized publication of a notice for $10,300,00 certificates of obligation.
- Adopted property tax rate of $1.276432 per $100 valuation for FY 2025‑2026 (Ordinance O-25-09-06)
- Authorized city manager to submit loan application to Texas Water Development Board Revolving Water Fund
- Adopted FY 2025‑2026 city budget (Ordinance O-25-09-05)
- Approved publication of Notice of Intention to issue $10,300,00 certificates of obligation (Resolution R-25-09-16)
- Proclaimed 2025 Fire Prevention Week theme: “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium‑Ion Batteries in Your Home”
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed tax rate of $1.276432 per $100 valuation. The body will also consider the second reading of the 2025-2026 city budget and tax levy ordinances.
- Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $1.276432 per $100 valuation
- Second reading of Ordinance O-25-09-05 adopting the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget
- Second reading of Ordinance O-25-09-06 levying taxes for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Authorization for City Manager to apply for Texas Water Development Board Revolving Water Fund loan
- Resolution R-25-09-17 approving the Mathis Economic Development Corporation Operating Budget for FY 2025-2026
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The City of Mathis and the Mathis Economic Development Corporation held a joint meeting to discuss business incentives. The council decided to authorize the City Manager to negotiate terms with SCC Development Company.
- Authorization for City Manager Cedric Davis to negotiate a Letter of Intent dated September 12, 2025, with SCC Development Company
City Council
The Mathis City Council and the Economic Development Corporation will hold an executive session to consult the City Attorney about legal issues and potential financial incentives for SCC Development Company. After the closed session, the council will reconvene the public meeting to consider possible action on those incentives. No final decisions are recorded in this agenda.
- Roll call to determine quorum
- Closed public meeting
- Executive session to consult City Attorney on legal issues regarding potential incentives for SCC Development Company
- Discussion of potential financial or other incentives for SCC Development Company
- Consideration of possible action on incentives for SCC Development Company
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
The City Council decided to apply for a $10 million 15-year note for funding, with a suggestion to focus on road surface development. The council also set a proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year and scheduled a public hearing.
- Approved application for a $10 million Certificate of Obligation with a 15-year note
- Set proposed tax rate of 1.276432 (M&O rate 0.764286 and I&S rate 0.512146)
- Scheduled public hearing for proposed tax rate on September 22, 2025, at 7:00pm
- Discussed 2025-2026 operating budget including a 4% cost of living increase for city staff
- Discussed 4.28% health insurance increase
City Council
The City Council will discuss options for Certificate of Obligation funding and the 2025-2026 operating budget. The body will take action on setting a proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year and scheduling a public hearing for that rate.
- Proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Scheduling of a public hearing for the proposed tax rate on September 8, 2025
- Certificate of Obligation funding options
- Fiscal year 2025-2026 operating budget
City Council
The Mathis City Council will convene to discuss updates on transportation trails, proposals for IT services, and the preliminary 2025-2026 operating budget. The council will also consider an interlocal agreement for 9-1-1 services.
- Discussion on Department of Transportation Recreational Trails Program
- Review of proposals by ITC Corporation and VC3 for IT Services
- Consideration of Interlocal Agreement for 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point Services
- Presentation of fiscal year 2025-2026 preliminary operating budget
- Public forum for citizen comments