Palmhurst public meetings in 2020
58 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider Resolution #12-29-2020. This resolution proposes extending the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency to control the risk of disease and promote public health and safety.
- Resolution #12-29-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider Resolution #12-22-2020. This resolution extends the declaration of a disaster and public health emergency to address threats related to disease exposure.
- Resolution #12-22-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider a resolution regarding the city's emergency status. The body will also receive an update on upcoming holiday events.
- Resolution #12-16-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Update on upcoming holiday events
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The body will consider extending a disaster declaration and amending a CARES Act agreement.
- Resolution #12-02-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Second amendment to the CARES Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss the extension of a disaster and public health emergency declaration. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from 16 previous meetings held in September and October 2020.
- Resolution # 11-24-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The body will consider a resolution to extend the current Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency.
- Resolution #11-10-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider a resolution regarding the city's emergency status. The body will discuss extending the current Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency.
- Resolution #11-04-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss updating financial policies regarding the procurement process. The city states immediate action is required to promote public health and safety by controlling the risk of disease.
- Amendment to Financial Policies regarding procurement process
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The body will consider a resolution to extend the current disaster declaration and receive an update on the CARES Act Grant Program.
- Resolution #10-21-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Update on CARES Act Grant Program
City Council
The City Council will discuss increasing grant award amounts for the CARES Act Business Grant Program. The meeting includes a presentation on the city's ambulance contract and a review of council agenda procedures. Members will also meet in executive session to discuss a possible land purchase for public facilities.
- CARES Act Business Grant Program award amount increases
- Ambulance contract presentation by David de los Santos of Medcare EMS
- Revisions to Ordinance #09-16-08 regarding Mayor Pro Tem selection and agenda items
- Contract terms for possible land purchase for public facilities
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss the possible acquisition of real property. This item will be addressed in an executive session before the council reconvenes in open session for any necessary action.
- Executive session regarding possible acquisition of real property under Section 551.072
City Council
The Palmhurst City Council is meeting to consider Resolution #09-30-2020. This resolution extends the existing declaration of disaster and public health emergency to address threats related to disease exposure.
- Resolution #09-30-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider extending the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency. The body will also discuss purchasing computers for administration and police, as well as two Chevrolet Tahoe police units.
- Resolution # 09-23-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Purchase of two equipped Chevrolet Tahoe Police Units
- Purchase of desktop computers for Administration and Police Department
- Line item transfers in Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Operating Budget
- FEMA update regarding Hurricane Hanna
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider the approval of the proposed budget for fiscal year 2019-2020. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Hidalgo County EMS/South Texas Air Med Business Development Manager.
- Approval of Proposed Budget for FY 2019-2020
- Presentation by David de los Santos, Business Development Manager - Hidalgo County EMS/South Texas Air Med
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss the budget for fiscal year 2020-2021.
- Discussion of Budget for FY 2020-2021
City Council
The Palmhurst City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the budget for fiscal year 2020-2021. This is a discussion-based session rather than a formal voting meeting.
- Discussion of Budget for FY 2020-2021
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss public health and safety. The body will consider resolutions to extend disaster declarations related to a public health emergency and Hurricane Hanna.
- Resolution #09-16-2020(A) Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #09-16-2020(B) Extending Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
Planning Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a report from the Stormwater Department. The discussion focuses on five Minimum Control Measures related to the City of Palmhurst MS4 Permit.
- Discussion of MS4 Permit Minimum Control Measures: Public Education, Outreach and Involvement
- Discussion of MS4 Permit Minimum Control Measures: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
- Discussion of MS4 Permit Minimum Control Measures: Construction Stormwater Runoff Control
- Discussion of MS4 Permit Minimum Control Measures: Post-Construction Stormwater Management in New Development & Redevelopment
- Discussion of MS4 Permit Minimum Control Measures: Pollution Prevention / Good housekeeping for Municipal Operations
City Council
The City Council will consider an amendment to an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for additional Coronavirus Aid Relief Funds. The body will also discuss the city's COVID-19 Emergency Business Grant Program and a purchase for sanitation equipment.
- First Amendment to the CARES Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County
- COVID-19 Emergency Business Grant Program update
- Purchase of one Clorox Total 360 Electrostatic Sprayer System for $4,433.76
- Request to relinquish portion of City’s ETJ (Executive Session)
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss public health and safety. The body will consider resolutions to extend disaster declarations related to COVID-19 and Hurricane Hanna.
- Resolution #09-09-2020(A) Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #09-09-2020(B) Extending Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss extending disaster declarations. The body will consider resolutions related to a public health emergency and the impact of Hurricane Hanna.
- Resolution #09-02-2020(A) Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #09-02-2020(B) Extending Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council will review financial statements from June and July 2020. The meeting includes discussions on a new 911 recording system and an interlocal agreement for police services with Mission Consolidated Independent School District.
- Purchase of a 911 recording system for $15,449.38
- Interlocal Agreement for Police Services with Mission Consolidated Independent School District for 2020—2021 school year
- Report of June and July 2020 Financial Statements by Luis C. Orozco, CPA
- Economic Negotiations discussion in Executive Session
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to address public health and safety threats. The body will consider resolutions to extend disaster declarations and receive an update on county COVID-19 meetings.
- Resolution #08-26-2020(A) Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #08-26-2020(B) Extending Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider extensions of disaster declarations related to public health and Hurricane Hanna. The body will also review a service agreement for storm debris removal.
- Resolution #08-19-2020(A) to extend Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #08-19-2020(B) to extend Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Agreement with Republic Services for Storm Debris Transportation and Disposal Services
- Update on Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
Planning Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a variance request and a preliminary subdivision plat approval for the Conway Crossing No. 2 Subdivision. These items involve a proposed carwash and land ownership by Nicolas Elizondo.
- Variance request by SAMES Engineering & Surveying, Inc. to waive RGV MPO’s 20’tt. R.O.W. thoroughfare plan for proposed Blue Wave Carwash
- Preliminary Subdivision Plat Approval for Conway Crossing No. 2 Subdivision (4.03 acre gross, 3.50 net) at 212 W. Mile 3 Rd.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider resolutions extending a public health emergency and declaring a disaster due to Hurricane Hanna. The body will also receive an update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 meetings.
- Resolution #08-12-2020(A): Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #08-12-2020(B): Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider extending a public health emergency declaration and declaring a disaster due to Hurricane Hanna. The body will also receive an update on Hidalgo County COVID-19 meetings.
- Resolution #08-05-2020(A) Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #08-05-2020(B) Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council will meet via UberConference to address emergency declarations. Items include extending the public health emergency and declaring a disaster due to Hurricane Hanna.
- Resolution #07-29-2020(A): Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Resolution #07-29-2020(B): Declaration of Disaster due to Hurricane Hanna
- First Amendment to Hidalgo County Urban County Cooperation Agreement (FY 2021-2023)
- Update on Early Voting for November 3, 2020 Elections
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding a Texas Gas Service cost adjustment and line item transfers for the 2019-2020 operating budget. The body will also discuss a request to relinquish part of the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) in executive session.
- Ordinance #07-28-2020(A) for Texas Gas Service Cost of Service Adjustment tariff
- Line Item Transfers in 2019-2020 Operating Budget
- Proclamation #07-28-2020(B) for Tropical Smoothie Café Grand Opening
- Notice of color change for 96 gallon Republic Service trash carts
- Executive session regarding request to relinquish part of City’s ETJ
City Council
The City Council is meeting to address public health threats and the spread of disease. The body will consider extending a disaster declaration and adopting county-level health orders.
- Resolution #07-22-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Adoption of Hidalgo County Order 20-011 regarding Shelter at Home, curfew, travel restrictions, and mandatory facial coverings
- Update regarding Hidalgo County COVID-19 Meetings
Planning Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for subdivision plat approvals and a variance request for a carwash. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from May 2019 through May 2020.
- Plat approval for Las Adelitas Subdivision at 1344 E. Mile 4 Rd.
- Plat approval for Shekinah Pine Subdivision at 2011 E. Mile 3 Rd.
- Plat approval for Conway Crossing No. 2 Subdivision at 212 W. Mile 3 Rd.
- Variance request for Blue Wave Carwash to waive RGV MPO's 20%ft. R.O.W. thoroughfare plan along Mile 3 N.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to address public health and safety risks posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The body will consider extending the local disaster declaration and supporting measures for school district reopenings.
- Resolution #07-15-2020 to extend the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Proposed letter to Governor Abbott requesting the return of Emergency Management authority to local jurisdictions
- Proposed letter to the Congressional Delegation requesting direct assistance for Texas cities
- Discussion of the July 14, 2020, Hidalgo County Health Authority Order
- Presentation by MCISD Superintendent Dr. Carol G. Perez regarding student and educator protection
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The body will consider a resolution to extend the current Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency.
- Resolution #07-08-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a called emergency meeting to address employee compensation under the CARES Act. The body will also enter executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding attorney compensation and an ETJ adjustment request.
- CARES Act — Employee Compensation
- Consultation with City Attorney regarding compensation
- Consultation with City Attorney regarding request for ETJ Adjustment
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The primary focus is a resolution to extend the current declaration of disaster and public health emergency to control the risk of disease.
- Resolution #07-01-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address public health and safety. The primary focus is the extension of a disaster and public health emergency declaration to control the risk of disease.
- Resolution #06-24-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss the adoption of a supplemental emergency order. This order pertains to mandatory face coverings in businesses.
- Discussion and consideration of Supplemental Emergency Order (20-009) regarding mandatory face coverings in businesses
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to respond to a recent increase in active COVID-19 cases. The body will consider extending the current disaster and public health emergency declaration.
- Resolution #06-17-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Discussion and possible action on addressing COVID-19 recent spike in active cases
City Council
The City Council will review a request from Smith Kohn Investments, LLC regarding land in the Palmhurst ETJ. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and a funding agreement with Hidalgo County.
- Request by Andre and Ben Smith of Smith Kohn Investments, LLC to relinquish annexation of 18.785 acre tract
- Purchase of two Bard HVAC 3 Ton wall mount A/C units for the Police Department for $10,500
- Installation of Interlude Bus Shelter and purchase of Solar Lighting Package and Bench
- Purchase of 6 Surface Pro Tablets for remote meeting technology
- Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County for CARES Act Funding
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the city's emergency status. The primary item for action is the extension of a public health emergency declaration.
- Resolution #06-10-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss emergency responses to violence and Tropical Storm Cristobal. The body will consider a resolution to extend the local disaster and public health emergency declaration and review several pandemic-related purchases.
- Resolution #06-03-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Designation of Republic Services for 2020 Hurricane Season brush and debris pick up
- Purchase of plexiglass for municipal buildings
- Purchase of electrostatic backpack sprayer (E-Mist Machine) for disinfecting
- Purchase of floor vinyl graphics for social distancing in the commercial district
City Council
The City Council is meeting to address an imminent threat of disease and public health risks. The body will consider extending a disaster declaration and discuss a Governor Abbott proclamation regarding covered services.
- Resolution #05-27-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Discussion on Governor Abbott's May 26, 2020 proclamation expanding covered services in Executive Order GA-23
City Council
The City Council is meeting to address an imminent threat of disease and the risk to public health and safety. The body will consider extending a disaster declaration and discuss the impact of Governor Greg Abbott's GA 23 Phase 2 reopening plan.
- Resolution #05-20-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Discussion and update on GA 23 — Expanding Openings, Phase 2
Planning Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a subdivision plat request. The body will review a proposal for a tract of land located at 5248 N. Bryan Rd.
- Plat approval request by GIMA Investments L.L.C for La Hacienda la Gloria Subdivision (1.00-acre tract at 5248 N. Bryan Rd)
City Council
The City Council will meet to receive a financial report and a public safety update. No specific legislative actions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- April 2020 Financial Statements report by Luis C. Orozco, CPA
- Public Safety Report by Chief Michael Vela
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address a public health emergency. The primary item for action is the extension of a disaster declaration.
- Resolution #5-13-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is meeting to extend the local disaster and public health emergency declaration. The body will also discuss submitting a letter to Governor Abbott to seek reimbursement for COVID-19 expenses.
- Resolution #5-06-2020(B) to extend Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Submission of letter to Governor Abbott for COVID-19 expense reimbursement
- Proclamation #5-06-2020(A) for Municipal Clerks Week
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance regarding the reopening of services based on Texas Governor Executive Order GA-18. The body will also discuss extending the local disaster and public health emergency declaration to control the spread of disease.
- Ordinance # 04-29-20 regarding emergency measures and reopening of services pursuant to Executive Order GA-18
- Resolution #4-29-2020 to extend the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a population-based agreement with Hidalgo County for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development application. The body will also consider a membership fee for a stormwater taskforce and review quarterly financial statements.
- Payment of $11,992 to Research, Applied Technology Education and Service (R.A.T.E.S) for Annual Stormwater Taskforce Membership Fee
- Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County for Urban County application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (FY 2021-2023)
- Proclamation #04-27-20(A) for National Police Week
- Proclamation #04-27-20(B) for National Child Prevention Month
- Financial statements for January, February, and March 2020
City Council
The City Council will meet via UberConference to discuss a resolution extending the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency. The meeting also includes reports from Public Safety and the Stormwater Department.
- Resolution #4-22-2020 Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
- Public Safety Report for March 2020
- Stormwater Department update
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address the COVID-19 public health threat. The body will consider a resolution to extend the current declaration of disaster and public health emergency.
- Resolution #04-15-2020: Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting regarding the threat to public health from COVID-19. The body will consider a resolution to extend the current declaration of disaster and public health emergency.
- Resolution #04-08-2020 – Extending Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address the public health threat of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). The body will consider a resolution to extend the current disaster and public health emergency declaration.
- Resolution #04-01-2020: Extending the Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting regarding the threat to public health from Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). The body will consider an amendment to Resolution #03-17-2020, which declares a disaster and public health emergency.
- Amendment to Resolution #03-17-2020 — Declaration of Disaster and Public Health Emergency
City Council
The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address the COVID-19 pandemic. The body will consider an ordinance to implement preparedness and mitigation measures based on a Texas Governor's Executive Order.
- Ordinance # 03-20-2020 regarding emergency measures for COVID-19 preparedness and mitigation
City Council
The City Council called a special emergency meeting to address the threat to public health posed by Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). No other specific actions or decisions were listed on the agenda.
- Emergency meeting regarding Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
City Council
The City Council will meet to review financial statements and departmental reports. The body is considering the approval of a revised contract with the Texas Department of Public Safety regarding Chapter 706 of the Texas Transportation Code.
- Revised contract with Texas Department of Public Safety for Chapter 706 of the Texas Transportation Code
- Financial statements for October, November, and December
- Induction of Horacio Pefia Jr. into the 2020 City of Palmhurst RGV Walk of Fame
- Update on Palmhurst Municipal Court Amnesty Program
- Public safety and maintenance reports for January 2020
City Council
The City Council will discuss the approval of a waste and debris contract with Republic Services and an ordinance to revise 2020 garbage collection rates. The body will also review an interlocal agreement regarding grove care for Shary Orchards during an executive session.
- Waste and Debris Contract with Republic Services
- Ordinance #01-20-20 regarding revised 2020 garbage collection rates
- Interlocal Agreement with Tommy Thompson Farms for Shary Orchards grove care
- 2020 Primary Election update
- Nomination of two inductees to the Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame