Penitas public meetings in 2025

City Events

The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider approving several construction pay applications and engineering invoices, totaling about $946,000, for road and infrastructure projects. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters, with possible action after returning to open session.

• Pay Application No. 9: $297,855.87 to 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements (GLO Project)
• Pay Application No. 6: $74,894.53 to DT Construction for Liberty Boulevard Project
• Pay Application No. 3A: $547,908.74 to RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors for Diamond Rd. Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Invoice No. 1886: $6,431.25 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Invoice No. 1887: $19,200.00 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project

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The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Penitas Public Library. The main business is a public hearing and possible action on two conditional-use permit applications: one from Olive Garden Holdings LLC for a mixed-beverage permit at Lot 7 of the Penitas Crossing Subdivision, and one from Rare Hospitality International Inc. for a mixed-beverage permit at Lot 8 of the same subdivision. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and may enter closed session as allowed by law.

• Conditional Use Permit – Mixed Beverage (MB) for Olive Garden Holdings LLC dba Olive Garden #6549, Penitas Crossing Subdivision Lot 7
• Conditional Use Permit – Mixed Beverage (MB) for Rare Hospitality International Inc. dba LongHorn Steakhouse #5727, Penitas Crossing Subdivision Lot 8
• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2025 regular meeting
• Public comments and disclosure of conflicts of interest

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider approving several construction pay applications and engineering invoices for ongoing infrastructure projects, including flood mitigation on Tom Gill Road, Liberty Boulevard, and the Diamond Road expansion. The council will also discuss personnel matters in executive session and may take action upon returning to open session.

• Pay Application No. 9: $297,855.87 to 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements (GLO Project)
• Pay Application No. 6: $74,894.53 to DT Construction for Liberty Boulevard Project
• Pay Application No. 3A: $547,908.74 to RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors for Diamond Rd. Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Invoice No. 1886: $6,431.25 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Invoice No. 1887: $19,200.00 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project

City Events

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider several action items, including adopting the 2026 holiday schedule, appointing members to the Development Corporation and Planning & Zoning Commission, and approving a $804,158.02 payment to G&G Contractors for the Diamond Road Infrastructure Expansion Project. Additional payments for engineering services on the Diamond Road project and Tom Gill Road flood mitigation are also up for discussion.

• Resolution 2025-031: Adoption of official 2026 holiday schedule
• Resolution 2025-032: Removing, appointing, or reappointing members to Development Corporation of Penitas (DCOP EDC 4B)
• Resolution 2025-033: Removing, appointing, or reappointing members to Planning & Zoning Commission
• Pay Application No. 2A for $804,158.02 to RG Enterprises LLC dba G&G Contractors for Diamond Rd. Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Authorization of payments to M2 Engineering ($6,431.25 and $29,440.00) for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project

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The Development Corporation of Penitas 4B Board will hold a regular meeting. The main action is a resolution to approve moving forward with an economic development project and authorize publication of a Notice of Intent to Expend Funds. The board will also discuss economic development in executive session.

• Resolution No. 2025-030: approving an economic development project and authorizing Notice of Intent to Expend Funds
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items
• Executive session to discuss economic development (Texas Gov. Code Section 551.001)

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold public hearings and consider action on two conditional use permits for alcohol sales (El Toxico Drive-Thru and Stripes Store #42765h), a preliminary plat for Volcano Estates, and a resolution to move forward with an economic development project. The council will also discuss installing speed humps on Ruby Street and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, economic development, and a 380 agreement with Penitas Crossing, LLC.

• Conditional use permit for El Toxico Drive-Thru to sell wine and beer at double 'F' Lot 1
• Conditional use permit for Stripes Store #42765h to sell wine and beer at St. Ives Penitas Phase 2 Lot 4
• Preliminary final plat for Volcano Estates, a 24.479-acre tract in Hidalgo County
• Resolution 2025-030 authorizing an economic development project and intent to expend funds
• Installation of speed humps on Ruby Street (east of Tom Gill Road)

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a resolution regarding the Hidalgo County Appraisal District board election for 2026-2029. The council may also enter closed session to discuss personnel matters, economic development with Hilltop Securities, and a confidential project called Project Longhorn. No final action will be taken in closed session.

• Resolution No. 2025-029 on Hidalgo County Appraisal District 2026-2029 board election
• Closed session discussion with Hilltop Securities on economic development
• Closed session consultation on Project Longhorn
• Personnel matters including employment, evaluation, reassignment, discipline, or dismissal

City Events

The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on two conditional use permits for alcohol sales (wine and beer) at El Toxico Drive Thru and Stripes Store #42765H, plus a preliminary final plat for the 24.479-acre Volcano Estates subdivision. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Conditional use permit for drive-thru alcohol sales (wine & beer) at El Toxico Drive Thru, Double "F" Lot 1
• Preliminary final plat for Volcano Estates, a 24.479-acre tract in Homeville Association "A" Subdivision, Hidalgo County
• Conditional use permit for alcohol sales (wine & beer) at Stripes Store #42765H, St. Ives Penitas Phase 2 Lot 4
• Consider approval of minutes from September 11, 2025 regular meeting

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider several action items, including updating signatories for the Volunteer Fire Department bank account, approving Change Order No. 5 for the GLO Tom Gill Road Drainage Project, amending a final plat for Volcano Subdivision, authorizing a $57,300 payment to Penitas Crossing LLC, and supporting La Joya's wastewater treatment plant project. The council will also enter executive session for personnel matters and consultation on Project Longhorn, with possible action afterward.

• Resolution 2025-028 updating signatories for Penitas Volunteer Fire Department bank account
• Change Order No. 5 for GLO Tom Gill Road Drainage Project
• Amendment of Final Plat for Volcano Subdivision (22.54 acres, lots 30-34, no access to 3 Mile Rd.)
• Payment of $57,300 to Penitas Crossing LLC for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Letter of support for La Joya Waste Water Treatment Plant Project

City Events

The Penitas City Council will consider several infrastructure payments, including a $321,979.40 payment to RG Enterprises for the Diamond Road Infrastructure Expansion Project and a $126,599.38 payment for the Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements. The council will also discuss a resolution requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board, approve new "Child with Autism" signs, and consider a five-year energy contract with Engie Resources. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and the police department budget.

• Resolution No. 2025-027 requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board
• Pay Application No. 1A for $321,979.40 to RG Enterprises for Diamond Rd. Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Pay Application No. 8 for $126,599.38 to 2GS, LLC for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements
• Installation of two 'Child with Autism' signs on 3 Mile Line Rd. between Liberty Blvd. and Giles Rd.
• Authorization to enter into a five-year contract with Engie Resources from Nov. 1, 2025 to Apr. 30, 2030

City Events

The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request, a conditional use permit for alcohol sales, and preliminary and final plat approvals for two subdivisions. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Rezone Lot 155 (Homeville Association A) from residential to commercial
• Conditional use permit for drive-thru sale of wine & beer (BG) at El Toxico Drive Thru
• Preliminary final plat for Volcano Estates (24.479 acres, Lots 151-155)
• Final plat approval for Volcano Subdivision (22.54 acres, Lots 119-122, 129-130)

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items including a conditional use permit for an RV at 1300 Platinum St., change orders for the Tom Gill Road Drainage Project, and appointments to the library committee. Presentations from GG4 Consulting and La Joya ISD are also scheduled. The meeting includes a public hearing on a needs assessment for Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Urban County Program funding.

• Conditional Use Permit to allow living in an RV for 6 months at 1300 Platinum St., Tom Gill No. 1 Lot 50
• Change Order No. 3 and No. 4 for the GLO Tom Gill Road Drainage Project
• Resolution 2025-024: Removing, Appointing, and/or Reappointing Members to the Friends of the Penitas Public Library Committee
• Resolution 2025-025: Creating a bank account with Texas National Bank for Series 2025 Certificates of Obligation
• Renewal of employee health benefits plan with Curative Insurance

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve the Fiscal Year 2024 audit and an ordinance renaming Street A to White Wing Boulevard within the Penitas Crossing Subdivision. The council may also enter closed session for personnel matters and discussion of Project Longhorn.

• Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the Fiscal Year 2024 audit.
• Ordinance renaming Street A to White Wing Boulevard in Penitas Crossing Subdivision.
• Executive session for personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal).
• Executive session for consultation with attorneys regarding Project Longhorn.

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The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone Number One (TIRZ) will hold a joint meeting on September 30, 2025. The board will consider a request to reimburse the city $8,500 for audit expenses and vote on the FY 2024 audit. The meeting also includes an executive session for economic development discussions.

• Discussion and possible action to reimburse the City of Penitas $8,500 for TIRZ audit expenses
• Discussion and possible action to approve the TIRZ audit for Fiscal Year 2024
• Executive session for economic development negotiations (Texas Gov't Code §551.087)

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider several action items, including approving an interlocal agreement for animal shelter services, a jail housing agreement with Mission, and a $9,200 payment to M2 Engineering for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project. The council will also discuss personnel matters and economic development in executive session.

• Approval of agent of record for city benefits
• Interlocal agreement with La Joya for animal shelter operations
• Resolution 2025-023 to create a bank account for Series 2025 Certificates of Obligation
• Payment of $9,200 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Interlocal agreement with Mission for prisoner housing and detention

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The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a conditional use permit allowing residents to live in an RV for up to six months while building a home at 1300 Platinum St. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comments.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV residence at 1300 Platinum St., Tom Gill No 1 Lot 50 (Property ID #549743)
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2025 regular meeting
• Public comments and disclosure of conflict of interest

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular called meeting on September 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Penitas Public Library. The main items are public hearings and final approval of the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and the 2025 property tax rate. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $419,108.65 pay application for flood mitigation work, and discuss personnel and economic development in executive session.

• Public hearing and final approval of FY 2025-2026 budget
• Public hearing and ordinance (No. 2025-011) to adopt 2025 property tax rate
• Pay application of $419,108.65 to 2GS, LLC for Tom Gill Road flood mitigation
• Consulting agreement with South Texas Brightwater Solutions LLC
• Reschedule October 1 meeting to October 8, 2025

City Events

The regular City Council meeting originally set for September 3, 2025 has been moved to September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The agenda is not yet available; residents can subscribe for notification.

• Meeting date changed from Sept 3 to Sept 10, 2025

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The Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4B Committee will hold a regular meeting. The main item is a discussion in executive session regarding economic development incentives for Project Orange, followed by possible action in open session. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 24, 2025, and public comments.

• Discussion of economic development incentives for Project Orange (executive session)
• Possible action on items discussed in executive session
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2025

City Events

The Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4A Committee will hold a meeting to discuss and possibly act on economic development incentives for Project Orange. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an executive session for discussion, followed by open session action.

• Discussion regarding Economic Development Incentives for Project Orange
• Action on items discussed in Executive Session
• Approval of Minutes for the meeting held on March 24, 2025

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve the purchase of police body cameras and equipment from Motorola Solutions for $69,228, and two 2025 Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles for $146,606 using grant funds. The council will also consider rescheduling the September 3 regular meeting to September 10, and may enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and economic development incentives for Project Orange.

• Purchase of police body cameras and equipment from Motorola Solutions for $69,228 from the General Fund
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles from Sames Bastrop Ford for $146,606 using Operation Lonestar FY 2025 Grant funds
• Discussion and possible action to reschedule the September 3 regular meeting to September 10
• Executive session on personnel matters and economic development incentives for Project Orange

City Events

The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone No. 1 (TIRZ) will hold a joint meeting to discuss and possibly approve a reimbursement agreement with the City of Penitas for expenses related to the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project. The board will also consider hiring a law firm for legal services and discuss three development projects (Longhorn, St. Ives Phase II, Project Orange) in executive session.

• Discussion and possible action on a reimbursement agreement with the City of Penitas for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project expenses
• Consideration of a reimbursement request from the City of Penitas for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project costs
• Discussion and possible action to hire a law firm for professional legal services
• Executive session discussions on Longhorn Project, St. Ives Phase II Project, and Project Orange
• Possible ratification of all actions taken by the Penitas Redevelopment Authority by the Reinvestment Zone Number One Board

City Events

The Penitas City Council will consider and possibly adopt the 2025 tax rate, schedule a public hearing on it, and vote on a police department budget and equipment. They will also discuss creating a special projects bank account and authorizing payment for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and Project Longhorn.

• Discussion and possible action to accept the 2025 Tax Rate Calculation Worksheet from Hidalgo County
• Record vote on the proposed 2025 tax rate
• Schedule a public hearing on the tax rate for September 10, 2025
• Resolution No. 2025-022 to create a bank account with Plains Capital Bank for special projects
• Approval of Penitas Police Department budget proposal and equipment

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2025, to discuss and possibly approve a conditional use permit for an office space for primary home care document handling, a $700,105.51 payment for flood mitigation improvements, and several interlocal agreements. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the conditional use permit and executive sessions on personnel and economic development projects.

• Public hearing and possible action on a Conditional Use Permit for office space for primary home care on Tom Gill No. 2 Lot 178, Property ID # 562544
• Discussion and possible action on Pay Application Number 5 for $700,105.51 to 2GS, LLC for GLO Project – Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-010 establishing a Municipal Court Security and Technology Fund
• Discussion and possible action on Interlocal Agreements with Hidalgo County for Rural Emergency Services and with the City of Sullivan for health inspector services
• Executive session discussions on Project Longhorn and Project Orange (economic development)

City Events

This agenda only announces that the regular City Council meeting originally scheduled for August 6, 2025 has been moved to August 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM. No items for discussion or decision are listed. Residents can subscribe for notification when the full agenda is published.

City Events

The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for an office space to handle documents for primary home care on Tom Gill No. 2 Lot 178. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Conditional Use Permit for office space for primary home care documents on Tom Gill No. 2 Lot 178, Property ID # 562544
• Consider approval of minutes from June 12, 2025 regular meeting

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly award a contract for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project to the highest-ranked contractor, and to authorize a supplemental agreement with M2 Engineering for construction management services. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and Project Longhorn.

City Events

The July 10, 2025 Planning and Zoning meeting has been canceled because the applicant withdrew a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application on June 27, 2025. No other business is scheduled. Residents can subscribe to the city email list for future agenda notifications.

• Meeting canceled
• CUP application withdrawn on 6/27/2025

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The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning a lot in Dos Jardines Phase 1 from commercial to multi-family. They will also discuss an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for rural emergency services and a $42,303.50 pay application for flood mitigation on Tom Gill Road. Monthly reports and minutes from June 2025 are on the agenda, and the council may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Public hearing and possible action on rezone (Commercial to Multi-Family) Dos Jardines Phase 1, Lot 47 (Property ID #665320)
• Discussion and possible action on Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County regarding Rural Emergency Services
• Discussion and possible action on Pay Application Number 4 for $42,303.50 to 2GS, LLC for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements
• Approval of minutes from June 2025 meetings
• Executive session for personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals)

City Events

The regular City Council meeting originally set for July 2, 2025, has been moved to July 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda is not yet available; residents can subscribe for notifications.

• Meeting rescheduled from July 2 to July 9, 2025

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a resolution creating a committee to rank bids for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project. They will also consider creating an approved vendor list for city jobs and authorizing the city manager to solicit banking service proposals. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Resolution 2025-021 to create a committee for ranking bids on the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Approval to create a list of approved vendors for city jobs
• Approval for City Manager to solicit and publish Request for Proposals for banking services
• Executive session for discussion of employee employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals

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The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning Dos Jardines Ph 1 Lot 47 from commercial to multi-family. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning Dos Jardines Ph 1 Lot 47 (Property ID # 665320) from commercial to multi-family
• Consider approval of minutes from May 29, 2025 regular meeting

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider a new single-family subdivision, a conditional use permit for a taqueria to sell alcohol and use a drive-thru, and two payments to M2 Engineering totaling $512,422.50 for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project. They will also discuss an amended interlocal agreement with Agua Special Utility District and hear monthly reports. The agenda includes a public hearing and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Salida del Sol #8, Phase 1, Homeville Association D, Lot 3 & 4, Block 35
• Conditional use permit for Bocaditos Taqueria y Cocina (VCBA Properties LLC) at 712 Expressway 83, King Ranch No. 2 Lot 4 Blk 7 to sell alcohol and use drive-thru
• Payment of $506,327.50 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Payment of $6,095.00 to M2 Engineering for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Amended Interlocal Agreement with Agua Special Utility District for Diamond Infrastructure Expansion and water infrastructure

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The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for Bocaditos Taqueria y Cocina to sell alcohol and operate a drive-thru at 712 Expressway 83. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Conditional Use Permit for Bocaditos Taqueria y Cocina (VCBA Properties LLC) at 712 Expressway 83, King Ranch No.2 Lot 4 Blk 7, to sell alcohol and use drive-thru (Property ID #204643)
• Consider approval of minutes from May 15, 2025 regular meeting

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The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to certify the May 3, 2025, general election results, declaring unopposed candidates for Council Member Place 1 and Place 3. The council will then administer the oath of office to Osiel Ramos (Place 1) and Felipe Quintanilla (Place 3). No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 2025-020 declaring unopposed candidates in May 3, 2025 election
• Oath of office for Council Member Place 1: Osiel Ramos
• Oath of office for Council Member Place 3: Felipe Quintanilla

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The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning a residential lot to multi-family in Colonia Camargo and a conditional use permit for Bocaditos Taqueria y Cocina to sell alcohol and operate a drive-thru at 712 Expressway 83. They will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting.

• Rezoning of Colonia Camargo Lot 17 from residential to multi-family
• Conditional use permit for Bocaditos Taqueria y Cocina (VCBA Properties LLC) at 712 Expressway 83, King Ranch No.2 Lot 4 Bik 7, to sell alcohol and use drive-thru
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2025 regular meeting

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve advertising for bids on the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project and appoint or reappoint Planning & Zoning Commission members. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and an economic development incentive, with possible action afterward.

• Discussion and possible action on advertisement for bids for the Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• Appointing or reappointing board members for the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Executive session on personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals)
• Executive session and possible action on approval of incentive for economic development

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2025. They will discuss and possibly approve a commercial lease and an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for multiple projects. The agenda also includes monthly reports, recognition of a youth champion, and executive sessions on personnel and economic development incentives.

• Discussion and possible action on approval of a commercial lease
• Discussion and possible action on an interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Penitas for multiple projects
• Recognition of Aizen Garcia as Youth Male 165 lbs. International Open Champion
• Executive session on personnel matters and economic development incentives

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This meeting of the Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No items were discussed or decided.

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including an addendum to the Police Department Policies and Procedures Manual, a commercial lease, a $286,070.32 pay application for the Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements project, and a change order for Liberty Boulevard Utility Adjustments. The council may also go into executive session to discuss personnel matters and a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, Ltd.

• Approval of Pay Application Number 2 for $286,070.32 to 2GS, LLC for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements
• Approval of Change Order Number 1 for Liberty Boulevard Utility Adjustments
• Discussion and possible action on a commercial lease
• Discussion and possible action on a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, Ltd.
• Discussion and possible action on an addendum to the Police Department Policies and Procedures Manual

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including an interlocal agreement for the public library to continue as a county library, installation of speed humps on two streets, ratification of emergency expenses from rain and wind events, and a new ordinance regulating weeds. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel, a development agreement, and police equipment.

• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County for Penitas Public Library to remain a county library
• Installation of speed humps on La Fuente Dr. (west of Tom Gill Rd.)
• Installation of speed humps on Ash St.
• Ratification of emergency expenses related to rain and wind events
• Ordinance No. 2025-008 regulating grass, weeds, and uncultivated plants within city limits

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The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a pay application for $195,985 to 2GS, LLC (Earthworks Enterprise) and a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, LTD. The agenda also includes public comments and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Discussion and possible action on Pay Application Number 1 to 2GS, LLC (Earthworks Enterprise) for $195,985.00
• Discussion and possible action on the 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, LTD
• Executive session for personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals)

City Events

The Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4A Committee will hold a meeting on March 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comments, and an executive session to discuss Project Orange — an incentive request — along with real property matters and legal consultation. Possible action on these items will follow in open session.

• Project Orange — Incentive Request (discussed in executive session)
• Deliberation on real property matters under Texas Gov't Code Section 551.072
• Consultation with attorney under Texas Gov't Code Section 551.071
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting

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The Penitas Economic Development Corporation 4B Committee will meet to consider an incentive request for 'Project Orange' and deliberate on real property matters. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and possible action following executive session discussions.

• Project Orange - Incentive Request (executive session item)
• Deliberation and possible action regarding real property matters
• Consultation with Attorney
• Approval of Minutes for September 18, 2024 meeting

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special meeting to consider three main items: naming a private road 'Micaela Street', approving a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, and approving an interlocal agreement with Agua Special Utility District. The council may also discuss personnel and economic development in closed session.

• Resolution 2025-006 to name 'Micaela Street' as a private road and utility easement on Schunior Lots 1-10
• Discussion and possible action on a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, LTD
• Discussion and possible action on an Agua Special Utility District Interlocal Agreement
• Executive session for personnel matters and city infrastructure/economic development

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The Penitas City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a resolution supporting the city's Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding Request. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on RESOLUTION NO. 2025-016 supporting City of Penitas Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding Request
• Executive session on personnel matters including employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 5, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items including a variance request for setbacks at 1402 Granite Dr., final plat approval for Volcano Subdivision, and multiple resolutions related to grants and public safety. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the variance request and discussion of speed humps on Ruby Street.

• Public hearing and possible action on variance request by Elzie Elizabeth Martinez for reduced setbacks at 1402 Granite Dr.
• Final plat approval for Volcano Subdivision (17.54 acres) in Hidalgo County
• Bid award for Liberty Boulevard Utility Adjustments Phase II (Bid 2024-002)
• Resolutions for grants: Crime Victims' Liaison, Rifle-Resistant Body Armor, Body Worn Camera, Criminal Justice, SHSP LETPA, and Border Zone Fire Department
• Discussion of speed hump installation on Ruby Street and easement donation for economic development

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The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a variance request from Elzie Elizabeth Martinez to reduce side and front setbacks on a lot in Barcelona Heights, and will also consider final plat approval for the Volcano Subdivision, a 17.54-acre tract in Hidalgo County. The meeting includes public hearings on both items.

• Variance request by Elzie Elizabeth Martinez for reduced setbacks at 1402 Granite Dr., Lot 26, Barcelona Heights
• Final plat approval for Volcano Subdivision, a 17.54-acre tract out of Homeville Association Subdivision 'A'

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The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone No. 1 will hold a joint meeting to consider continuing or replacing their legal counsel, Earl & Associates, P.C., and to review the current Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County and the City of Penitas. The boards will also discuss a development project with developers and city staff, potentially in executive session. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion and possible action on legal services agreement with Earl & Associates, P.C.
• Discussion and possible action on Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County and City of Penitas
• Executive session for development discussion with developers and city staff
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting

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The Penitas Redevelopment Authority and Reinvestment Zone Number One will hold a joint meeting to discuss and possibly act on legal services, an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County, and a development project. The meeting includes an executive session for private discussions with developers and city staff.

• Discussion and possible action on legal services agreement with Earl & Associates, P.C.
• Discussion and possible action on current Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County and the City of Penitas
• Executive session for discussion with developers and city staff regarding a development project
• Return to open session for possible action on the development project

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The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve an ordinance updating early voting location business hours and a resolution opposing Texas House Bill 1683. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• First reading and possible waiver of second and third reading of Ordinance No. 2025-005 updating Early Voting Location Business Hours
• Resolution No. 2025-005 opposing Texas House Bill 1683
• Executive session on personnel matters including employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals

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The Penitas City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 5, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items including a rezoning request, a development agreement, bond issuance, street name corrections, fee ordinance amendments, and an interlocal EMS agreement. A public hearing will be held on the rezoning of a specific lot from residential to multi-family.

• Public hearing and possible action on rezoning Nuevo Penitas Lot 15 Block 1 from Residential to Multi Family
• Discussion and possible action on a 380 Development Agreement with Penitas Crossing, LLC
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-002 authorizing issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Approval of $56,661.10 payment to CSJ Group for engineering on Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements
• Interlocal Agreement Extension with Palmview for Emergency Medical Services

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The Penitas City Council will discuss and possibly take action on forming Hidalgo County Emergency Services #5 and #6. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion and possible action on forming Hidalgo County Emergency Services #5
• Discussion and possible action on forming Hidalgo County Emergency Services #6
• Executive session for personnel matters (employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissals)

City Events

The Penitas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for Nuevo Penitas Lot 15, Block 1 (Property ID 258440) from residential to multi-family. The meeting also includes approval of November 2024 minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing on rezoning Nuevo Penitas Lot 15 Blk 1 from residential to multi-family
• Consideration and possible action on the rezoning request
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024 regular meeting

City Events

The Penitas City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including the FY 2025 Urban County Program action plan, an ordinance ordering a May 3, 2025 general election for two council seats, and the issuance of Certificates of Obligation. They will also consider two 380 development agreements with Penitas Crossing, LLC and Mil Encinos Development, LTD, and a $75,599 pay application for the Liberty Blvd. Utility Adjustments Project. Presentations include the police department's racial profiling report and a collection report.

• Ordinance No. 2025-001 (second reading) to order a general election on May 3, 2025 for Council Member Places No. 1 and No. 3
• Ordinance No. 2025-002 authorizing issuance of City of Penitas Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Discussion and possible approval of a 380 Development Agreement with Penitas Crossing, LLC
• Discussion and possible approval of a 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, LTD
• Approval of Pay Application Number 5 for $75,599 to D&T Construction Inc. for the Liberty Blvd. Utility Adjustments Project

City Events

The Penitas City Council will consider and possibly approve three Chapter 380 development agreements with S-SI Penitas Village No. 3, LLC (Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project), Penitas Crossing, LLC, and Mil Encinos Development, LTD. They will also discuss awarding a bid for the Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements Project and hold a first reading of an ordinance ordering a May 3, 2025 general election for Council Places 1 and 3. Two resolutions to create a Fire Department bank account and update signatories for Lone Star National Bank accounts are also on the agenda.

• 380 Development Agreement with S-SI Penitas Village No. 3, LLC regarding Diamond Infrastructure Expansion Project
• 380 Development Agreement with Penitas Crossing, LLC
• 380 Development Agreement with Mil Encinos Development, LTD
• Bid award for Tom Gill Road Flood Mitigation Improvements Project (Contract No. 22-083-002-D202) Program 2015 Floods
• First reading of ORDINANCE NO. 2025-001 ordering a General Election on May 3, 2025 for Council Member Places 1 and 3