Penitas public meetings in 2021
40 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Events
The City Council will discuss an ordinance to abandon and convey 6.82 acres of land to Mil Encinos Development Ltd. The council will also consider waiving readings for amendments to Ordinance No. 2020-06.
- Ordinance to abandon and convey 6.82 acres in Homeville Association Subdivision 'A' to Mil Encinos Development Ltd.
- Action to waive first and second readings on amending City Ordinance No. 2020-06
- Executive session regarding personnel matters including employment, evaluation, or discipline
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a development agreement for the construction of Liberty Blvd involving multiple developers and a TIRZ. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, with possible action upon returning to open session.
- Development Agreement for Liberty Blvd construction with S-SI Penitas Village, LLC, S-SI Penitas Village No. 2, LLC, Mil Encinos Dev. LTD, First Galaxy Enterprises Inc., and TIRZ
- Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissals)
- Possible action on personnel matters after returning to open session
City Events
This is a notice, not a regular meeting agenda. The Penitas City Council may attend the McAllen Holiday Parade on December 4, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. as a social event. No deliberation or formal action will take place, and any discussion of city business is incidental.
- Council may participate in McAllen Holiday Parade on December 4, 2021, at 6:00 p.m.
- No deliberation or formal action will occur at the event
- Notice posted at City Hall, 1111 S. Main St., Penitas, Texas, on November 29, 2021
City Events
The City Council will discuss several ordinances to abandon and convey roads within Homeville Association Subdivision "A" to facilitate development. The agenda also includes reviewing the 2022 holiday schedule and an LED lights project with AEP.
- Ordinances to abandon and convey multiple East-West and North-South roads in Homeville Association Subdivision "A"
- Approval of LED lights project with AEP
- Resolution regarding the Global Opioid Settlement (R-2021-031 TDEM)
- Updating bank signatories for Lone Star National Bank (Resolution 2021-032)
- Adoption of the 2022 holiday schedule
City Events
The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone Number One will hold a joint meeting to consider approving invoices, a development agreement for Liberty Blvd construction, and a $300,000 payment to the City of Penitas for that project. They will also discuss development incentives and enter executive session for personnel and economic development matters, including 'Project Moon'.
- Development Agreement with Saint Ives, Mil Encinos Dev. LTD., First Galaxy Enterprises, Inc. for Liberty Blvd construction
- Authorizing $300,000 payment to City of Penitas for Liberty Blvd construction
- Discussion of development incentives and/or reimbursement in Penitas TIRZ #1
- Executive session on TIRZ Director performance and 'Project Moon' economic development
City Events
The City Council will meet to consider the Mil Encinos Planned Unit Development and canvass votes for the Crime Control and Prevention District Continuation Referendum. The agenda also includes potential actions regarding amendments to Ordinance No. 2020-06 and Ordinance No. 2021-07.
- Discussion of Mil Encinos Planned Unit Development
- Canvassing votes for the Crime Control and Prevention District Continuation Referendum
- Potential amendments to City Ordinance No. 2020-06
- Potential amendments and approval of City Ordinance No. 2021-07
- Approval of a lease on real property
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly amend Ordinance No. 2014-01, with a waiver of first and second readings. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, including employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals of employees. No final action will be taken in executive session.
- Discussion and action to waive first and second readings on amending Ordinance No. 2014-01
- Discussion and action to amend Ordinance No. 2014-01
- Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissals)
City Events
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Urban County Program Annual Action Plan for 2022. The meeting also includes consideration of several interlocal agreements, subdivision plats, and engineering services.
- Public Hearing on Urban County Program Annual Action Plan for Year 35 (2022)
- Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County for 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant funds
- Approval of Resolution R-2021-029 regarding Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Update
- Civil Engineering Services for Drainage Improvements of North Ridge Acres Subdivision
- Final Plat Review for Kalidad Subdivision
City Events
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for Lot 331 N, measuring 0.50 acres, from residential single-family to commercial. The board will also discuss the Kalidad Subdivision Final Plat Review.
- Public hearing on rezoning Los Ejidos De Reynosa Lot 331 N (0.50 Ac) from residential to commercial
- Action on rezoning Los Ejidos De Reynosa Lot 331 N from residential single family dwelling to commercial
- Review of Kalidad Subdivision Final Plat
City Events
The Peñitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider two action items: approving a master professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for various projects, and approving Resolution R2021-028 regarding the Penitas Crime Victims Liaison for 2021-2020. The council will also recognize employees with anniversaries and may enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Approve Master Professional Service Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for professional services on various projects
- Approve Resolution R2021-028 regarding Penitas Crime Victims Liaison 2021-2020
- Recognize employees with anniversaries
- Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissals)
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve several financial and administrative items, including amendments to the 2020-2021 budget, the 2021-2022 budget, a banking resolution, and a resolution for the Local Border Security Grant 2022. They will also discuss using EDC funds for infrastructure improvements and authorizing an RFP for grant administrative services. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.
- Approve amendments to 2020-2021 budget
- Approve 2021-2022 budget
- Authorize City Manager to issue RFP for Grant Administrative Services
- Approve Penitas Local Border Security Grant 2022 resolution No. 2021-23
- Use EDC funds for infrastructure improvements to promote business
City Events
The Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4A Committee is meeting to consider several financial actions, including approving amendments to the 2020-2021 budget, authorizing the city to use EDC funds for infrastructure improvements that support business development, approving a banking resolution, and adopting the 2021-2022 budget. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and determining a quorum.
- Approve amendments to 2020-2021 budget
- Approve city use of EDC funds for infrastructure improvements to promote business
- Approve banking resolution reflecting current board
- Approve 2021-2022 budget
City Events
The Development Corporation of Penitas 4B Committee will consider several financial matters, including budget amendments for 2020-2021 and the approval of the 2021-2022 budget. The committee will also discuss using EDC funds for infrastructure improvements to support business development.
- Amendments to 2020-2021 Budget
- Use of EDC funds for infrastructure improvements
- Approval of 2021-2022 Budget
- Extension of RBEG Loan agreement due to COVID-19 Pandemic
- Banking resolution reflecting current board
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider the first reading of Ordinance 2021-05, which would adopt the proposed property tax rate for the 2021 tax year. The council may also discuss personnel matters in executive session. The meeting is open to the public.
- First reading of Ordinance 2021-05 to adopt 2021 property tax rate
- Possible executive session on personnel matters
- Meeting at Penitas Public Library, 1111 S. Main St.
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider adopting the 2021 property tax rate after a public hearing. They will also discuss nominations to the Hidalgo County Appraisal District Board and municipal judge appointments, followed by an executive session on personnel matters.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2021 proposed property tax rate
- Resolution for nominating candidates to Hidalgo County Appraisal District Board for 2022-2023
- Appointments and/or assignments of municipal judges
- Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissals)
City Events
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Parks Grant. The meeting also includes discussions on a proposed tax rate increase and two interlocal cooperation agreements.
- Public Hearing on Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Parks Grant
- Vote on proposed tax rate increase and potential scheduling of further public hearing
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Mission for prisoner housing and detention services
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Weslaco for animal control operations and impoundment
- Comparison of Tax Revenue for 20-21 fiscal year vs 21-23 fiscal year
City Events
The City Council will discuss an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County regarding improvements to Liberty Road from US83 to Mile 3. The meeting also includes discussion of personnel matters in executive session.
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Peñitas for Liberty Road improvements
- Authorization for the City Manager to pay Hidalgo County $800,000 regarding the Liberty Road Project
- Executive session discussion regarding personnel matters
City Events
The Peñitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve Ordinance No. 2021-02 regarding Texas Gas Service's cost of service adjustments (COSA). The council will also receive an update on property acquisition in executive session, with possible action after returning to open session.
- Ordinance No. 2021-02 on Texas Gas Service COSA
- Executive session update on property acquisition
- Possible action on property acquisition after executive session
City Events
The Penitas City Council will meet for a special called meeting to consider several municipal items. The agenda includes updates on city-wide street improvements, a conditional use permit, and an interlocal agreement regarding fire hydrant testing.
- Update on city-wide streets improvements
- Conditional use permit for Homeville D N % lot 1 block 31
- Final invoice of the mobile library
- Approval of final cemetery front-gate design
- Interlocal Agreement with Agua SUD regarding fire hydrant testing
City Events
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of Anadal No. 2 Lot 4 from residential to commercial. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 17, 2021.
- Public Hearing: Rezoning Anadal No. 2 Lot 4 from residential to commercial
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative and operational items, including updating bank signatories, issuing RFQs/RFPs for ARPA fund management and youth athletic programs, and approving various service agreements and interlocal agreements. The agenda also includes an executive session for potential litigation.
- Approval for City Manager to issue RFQ for management of American Recovery Act Funds
- Approval for City Manager to issue RFP for Youth Athletic Program management
- Service Agreement with MGarcia Engineering for civil engineering and plan review (June-July 2021)
- Agreement with Tyler Technologies for software and services
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Palmview for Back-Up Ambulance Services
City Events
The Penitas City Council held a special emergency meeting on June 17, 2021, at the Penitas Public Library to address an urgent health and safety issue regarding ambulance services. The agenda focused exclusively on approving two interlocal agreements necessary for maintaining city operations.
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County, City of Pharr, and City of Sullivan City regarding ambulance services
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement with City of Pharr regarding Housing of Ambulance Unit(s)
City Events
The Penitas Board of Adjustment meets June 17, 2021, at the public library to hold two public hearings: one on a miscellaneous structure built in an easement/setback, and one on a zone change from agriculture to commercial. The board will also approve minutes from its March 18 meeting and handle other business.
- Public hearing on miscellaneous structure constructed in easement/setbacks
- Public hearing on zone change from Agriculture to Commercial
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2021 meeting
- Meeting at Penitas Public Library, 1111 S Main St
City Events
The Peñitas City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including an EMS agreement with Palmview, AEP Texas rate changes, and updates to purchasing policies. They will also consider professional service exemptions and authorize RFQs for engineering services. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and a discussion on the LED city lights program.
- EMS agreement between City of Peñitas and City of Palmview
- AEP Texas 2021 DCRF rate discussion
- Exemption from competitive bidding for professional services
- Reassignment of legal duties for City of Peñitas
- Authorization to advertise RFQ for engineering services
City Events
This notice informs the public that City Council members may participate in a training workshop in South Padre Island from May 17 to May 18, 2021. No formal action or deliberation by the governing body will take place during this event.
- Texas Municipal League, Region 12 Training Workshop (May 17-18, 2021)
City Events
The Development Corporation of Penitas 4B Committee will meet to conduct elections for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The committee will also discuss and consider action to select and retain a Coordinator for the EDC 4B.
- Election and installation of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary
- Selection and retention of a Coordinator of City of Penitas EDC 4B
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a regular called meeting to receive monthly reports, approve minutes, swear in two new commissioners, and discuss personnel matters in executive session. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the oath of office for two commissioners and a closed-session discussion of employee matters.
- Swearing in of Alex Guajardo as Commissioner Place No. 1
- Swearing in of Felipe Quintanilla as Commissioner Place No. 3
- Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissals)
- Approval of minutes for March & April 2021 meetings
- Monthly reports from City Manager and departments (March & April 2021)
City Events
The City of Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4A Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially select a coordinator for the EDC and to elect officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary). The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and other business.
- Discussion and possible action to select and retain a Coordinator for EDC 4A
- Election and installation of officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary)
City Events
The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone Number One will hold a joint meeting to consider routine items like minutes and invoices, plus the FY 2020 audit. They will also discuss funding options for mobility projects in the TIRZ, including federal earmarks, and receive updates on development in the zone.
- Approve draft Redevelopment Authority audit for fiscal year 2020
- Discuss funding for mobility projects in the TIRZ, including federal earmarks
- Discuss tax incremental payment due from City and authorize deposit
- Receive update on development in the TIRZ
- Ratify actions taken by the Penitas Redevelopment Authority
City Events
The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone Number One will hold a joint meeting to approve minutes and invoices, review the fiscal year 2020 audit, discuss funding options for mobility projects, and receive updates on TIRZ development. The boards will also consider authorizing deposit of tax increment payments and ratifying prior actions.
- Approve draft Redevelopment Authority audit for fiscal year 2020
- Discuss options for funding mobility projects in the TIRZ, including federal earmarks
- Discuss tax incremental payment due from City and authorize deposit
- Receive update on development in the TIRZ
- Ratify all actions taken by the Penitas Redevelopment Authority
City Events
The City Council will discuss several items including contract approvals for grant administration and engineering services. The meeting also includes a request for community project funding for water plan upgrades and the opening of a new bank account for American Rescue Plan funds.
- Approval of Grant Administration Services contract with Hollis Ruthledge and Associates, Inc.
- Approval of Engineering Services contract with Casslee Investments, LLC dba CSJ Group
- Adoption of Ordinance R-2021-21 for a 2.5-acre land annexation
- Authorization to submit FY22 Community Project Funding request for Water Plan upgrades
- Authorization to open a new Lone Star National Bank account for American Rescue Plan funds
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting with two public hearings on the proposed annexation of a 2.5-acre tract, followed by discussion and possible action on road project updates, a subdivision plat, and several resolutions supporting FY22 Community Project Funding requests. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- First and second public hearings on annexation of a 2.5-acre tract in Homeville D, Lot 3 BLK 14
- Update on Mile 3 Road Expansion Project
- Update on Liberty Road Expansion Project
- Action on Final Plat Approval of Kalidad Subdivision
- Resolutions supporting FY22 Community Project Funding for Diamond L Road, El Faro Road, La Joya Water Supply, and Palmview Drainage projects
City Events
The Penitas Board of Adjustment will meet to consider two septic tank installation requests in the Homeville subdivision. The board will hold public hearings and may take action on both items. The meeting is open to the public.
- Public hearing on septic tank installation at Lot 4, Block 37, Homeville (0.50 AC)
- Public hearing on septic tank installation at Lot 3, Block 14, Homeville (2.496 AC)
- Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021 meeting
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially act on a proposed 2021-2030 Flood Control Capital Improvement Plan, including scheduling public hearings. They will also consider resolutions to renew members on several committees, review planning and zoning items, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.
- Presentation of Proposed Flood Control Capital Improvement Plan 2021-2030
- Authority to schedule public hearings and publish notices for the flood plan
- Resolutions 2021-011 to 2021-016 renewing committee members (Fire, Parks, Water, White Wing Festival, TIRZ, Finance)
- Planning & Zoning: Karolina Ysabella final plat approval
- Planning & Zoning: Naming of private road on Schunior Lot 6 Parcel 1-3 (El Palo Blanco) and Nuevo Penitas Lot 14 & 16 Blk 2 variance (no automatic sprinkler system)
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider ordering a general election for May 1, 2021, to fill Councilmember Place #1 and Place #3, and to adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2021 workplan through the Urban County Program. The agenda also includes a police racial profile report presentation, employee anniversary recognitions, and a possible executive session on personnel matters.
- Order General Election for May 1, 2021 (Council Place #1 and #3)
- Resolution 2021-011: Adoption of FY 2021 Workplan through Urban County Program
- Police Department Racial Profile Report presentation
- Employee anniversary recognitions
- Executive session on personnel matters
City Events
The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider ordering a May 1, 2021 general election for Council Places #1 and #3, and to adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2021 workplan through the Urban County Program. The council will also receive a police racial profile report, recognize employee anniversaries, and may discuss personnel matters in executive session.
- Order general election for May 1, 2021 for Council Place #1 and Place #3
- Resolution 2021-011: Adoption of FY 2021 Workplan through Urban County Program
- Police Department Racial Profile Report presentation
- Employee anniversary recognitions
- Executive session on personnel matters
City Events
The Penitas Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on naming a private road and utility easement on Schunior Lot 6, and on a variance request for Nuevo Penitas lots 14 and 16 to waive the automatic sprinkler system requirement. The board will also discuss and possibly act on subdivision reviews for Karolina Ysabella Garza and Kalidad, plus approve prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing: naming of private road and utility easement on Schunior Lot 6 Parcel 1-3
- Public hearing: Nuevo Penitas lot 14 & 16 Blk 2 variance (no automatic sprinkler system)
- Discussion and action: Karolina Ysabella Garza Subdivision review and approval
- Discussion and action: Kalidad Subdivision review and approval
- Approval of minutes from September 24, 2020
City Events
The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the Urban County Program needs assessment for CDBG Year 34. The council will also consider approving the 2017 city audit, authorizing proposals for the 2020 audit, creating a regional 9-1-1 district, approving an election ordinance, and other items. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and potential land acquisition.
- Public hearing on Urban County Program CDBG Year 34 needs assessment
- Approval of 2017 city audit and authorization to advertise 2020 audit proposals
- Resolution creating Rio Grande Valley Regional 9-1-1 Emergency Communications District
- Ordinance 2021-001 for 2021 City of Penitas Election
- Interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for library system
City Events
The Peñitas Economic Development Corporation 4A Committee will meet to handle routine administrative matters, including accepting the resignation of its attorney and appointing a successor. The agenda also includes electing officers and approving a resolution to update bank signatories.
- Accept resignation of EDC attorney Patricia Y. O'Caña-Olivarez
- Appoint Monica Galvan as EDC attorney
- Elect officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
- Approve Resolution EDC2021-01 updating signatories at Lone Star National Bank
City Events
The Development Corporation of Penitas 4B Committee will accept the resignation of Patricia Y. O’Caña-Olivarez and appoint Monica Galvan as the EDC attorney. The committee will also elect officers and approve Resolution EDC2021-01 to update signatories at Lone Star National Bank. The meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2021, at the Peñitas Public Library.
- Appointment of Monica Galvan as EDC attorney
- Acceptance of resignation of Patricia Y. O’Caña-Olivarez as EDC attorney
- Approval of Resolution EDC2021-01 regarding signatories at Lone Star National Bank
- Election and installation of committee officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary)