El Paso public meetings in 2025

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will discuss and vote on the 2026 Public Art Plan, deaccessions from the El Paso Museum of Art, loans to ASU Art Museum, a gift offer, and an artwork purchase. They will also elect officers for chair and vice chair and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion and action on the 2026 Public Art Plan (BC-1534)
• Discussion and action on El Paso Museum of Art deaccessions (BC-1530)
• Discussion and action on loans to ASU Art Museum for Carmen Lomas Garza exhibition (BC-1531)
• Discussion and action on gift offer by Rachelle Thiewes (BC-1532)
• Discussion and action on purchase of artwork by Jose Villalobos (BC-1533)

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, is canceled. The agenda includes only roll call and adjournment.

• Meeting canceled
• Public comment via phone: 1-915-213-4096
• Sign language interpreters available upon request
• Spanish translation services available upon request

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new two-story building at 113 Rio Grande Avenue in the Sunset Heights Historic District, owned by El Paso Community College. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes, a staff report on administrative review cases, and a new commissioner.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a two-story building at 113 Rio Grande Avenue (Sunset Heights Historic District)
• Approval of December 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff report on administrative review cases since last meeting
• New commissioner appointment

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider routine items on the Consent Agenda and approve the minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting. It will vote on detailed site development plans for a vacant lot at 220 Desert Pass St. to be used for apartments, and for a vacant parcel south of Montana Avenue for a retail establishment. The commission will also act on two subdivision replat applications and review an overview of nonconforming circumstances.

• Approve Detailed Site Development Plan for Lot 3, Block 2, Desert Pass Unit Six (220 Desert Pass St.) – proposed apartments/multi‑family, owner Camino Real Investments I, LTD
• Approve Detailed Site Development Plan for portion of Section 36, Block 79 (south of Montana Ave. and NW of N. Zaragoza Rd.) – proposed other retail establishment, owner Wagner Equipment Co.
• Approve replat of Gateway Estates Unit One (lots 11‑13, 24‑26 and right‑of‑way portions) north of Vista del Sol Dr. and east of Joe Battle Blvd.
• Approve replat of Price Brothers Farms Unit One (Section 2, Block 80) east of Patriot Blvd.
• Approve City Plan Commission minutes from December 4, 2025

City Council Work Session

City Council will hear a presentation on El Paso Water's proposed FY2026/27 budget and discuss the utility's financial plans. A resolution to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with a Mexican chamber of commerce to promote trade and investment is up for action after being postponed. Council will also review the FY2024-2025 fourth quarter financial report and receive an update on the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) 6 implementation from the Community Progress Bond. Executive session will discuss pending litigation and utility rate cases involving El Paso Electric and Texas Gas Service.

• Presentation by El Paso Water on its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27
• Resolution to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with CONCANACO SERVYTUR MÉXICO for trade and investment cooperation
• Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Fourth Quarter Financial Report
• Update on Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) 6 Implementation under the Community Progress Bond
• Executive session items: lawsuit (Anahi Chavez Villegas v. City), El Paso Electric rate case, and Texas Gas Service rate increase

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss audit results for the Animal Services Westside Adoption Center, El Paso Zoo, and Planning & Inspections. The committee will also set its 2026 meeting calendar.

• Approval of November 14, 2025 minutes
• Review of Animal Services Westside Adoption Center audit
• Review of El Paso Zoo financial activity audit
• Review of Planning & Inspections permit review audit
• Discussion of 2026 meeting calendar

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will vote on a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2026. It will also approve the 2025 meeting calendar, hear a legal presentation, and receive an update on 2025 cases. Minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting will be approved. Routine items on the consent agenda will be adopted unless a member requests separate discussion.

• Selection of New Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 (BC-1520)
• Approval of the 2025 BSC Meeting Calendar (BC-1522)
• Legal Presentation by Mona Heydarian (BC-1523)
• Update of BSC Cases from 2025 (BC-1524)
• Approval of October 16, 2025 Minutes (BC-1525)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from October, discuss suspending a staff member for nine months, and elect a new chair and grievance subcommittee chair.

• Approval of October 8, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on suspending Jesus Maldonado for nine months
• Election of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair
• Election of Grievance Subcommittee Chair

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

This meeting of the Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommittee was canceled. No discussion or action occurred on the scheduled item regarding a nine-month suspension recommendation for an employee.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items were discussed or decided

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially act on proposed amendments to the city's Title 7 animal ordinance. The agenda also includes updates on animal-related state legislation that took effect in September 2025, preparation of the committee's annual report, and a presentation on animal cases at municipal court. Public comment is accepted via phone or online sign-up.

• Presentation, discussion, and action on proposed Title 7 Animal ordinance amendments
• Legislative updates on animal-related Texas House and Senate bills effective September 1, 2025
• Discussion and action on preparation of the committee's annual report
• Presentation on animal cases at Municipal Court
• El Paso Animal Services Director’s November update and statistics

City Review Committee

The El Paso City Review Committee will hold a virtual public hearing on December 10, 2025. Committee members will review a request to add and remodel an existing residence at 511 Blanchard Avenue in the Alexander Addition, zoned R-4/NCO. They will also consider a request to reroof an existing residence at 800 E. Kerbey Avenue, zoned R-3/NCO. The meeting will include discussion and action on the minutes from the previous session.

• Review of PLRG25-00009 – addition and exterior remodeling at 511 Blanchard Avenue (R-4/NCO zoning)
• Review of PLRG25-000010 – reroof of residence at 800 E. Kerbey Avenue (R-3/NCO zoning)
• Discussion and action on minutes BC-1538

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will discuss and vote on the 2026 Public Art Plan, final designs for the Resler Extension and Fire Stations 1, 9, 11 mural project, and elect a chair and vice chair. They will also receive an update on the Chief Allen Memorial Project and a presentation on Sun City Lights.

• Discussion and action on 2026 Public Art Plan (BC-1508)
• Discussion and action on final design for Resler Extension Project (BC-1507)
• Discussion and action on final design for Special Teams Consolidation (Fire Stations 1, 9, 11) Mural Project (BC-1509)
• Election of Chair (BC-1505) and Vice Chair (BC-1506)
• Approval of November 18, 2025 minutes (BC-1504)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing to consider special exception requests for several properties and elect board officers. The meeting will be held at the Main Conference Room on the second floor of 300 North Campbell.

• Board Member Elections: Chair and Vice Chair
• Special Exception B for Lot 218, Block 10, Valley View Heights (6530 Mohawk Drive)
• Special Exception B for Lot 21, Block 34, Vista Real Unit Three (11749 Riverstone Drive)
• Special Exception J and K for Lot 4, Block 393, Vista del Sol Unit Ninety (11837 Chelita Drive)
• Approval of November 10, 2025 minutes

Youth Advisory Board

The El Paso Youth Advisory Board will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, review training requirements, and discuss strategic planning. The meeting is held at 300 North Campbell, 2nd Floor.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Training Requirements
• Strategic Planning and Child Friendly Cities Initiative
• Public Comment on Agenda Items
• Sign language interpreters available upon request

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness: a rear addition and deck at 2801 Silver Avenue (Manhattan Heights) and an after-the-fact metal structure at 2147 King James Place (Austin Terrace). The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a staff report on administrative review cases.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition and deck at 2801 Silver Avenue in Manhattan Heights Historic District
• Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact placement of a metal structure in driveway at 2147 King James Place in Austin Terrace Historic District
• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff report update on administrative review cases since last meeting

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a special permit for a solar major utility facility on city-owned land at 5000 Stan Roberts Sr. Ave., a rezoning from commercial to residential for a school by Canutillo ISD, and a release of zoning conditions for the same school property. The commission will also discuss amending Title 20 to define short-term rentals. Consent agenda items include two subdivision plats in the extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Public hearing for special permit to allow solar major utility facility in R-F zone at 5000 Stan Roberts Sr. Ave. (city-owned, managed by El Paso Water)
• Public hearing to rezone C-3 commercial to R-3A residential for a school near Resler Dr. and Cimarron Canyon Dr. (Canutillo ISD)
• Public hearing to release all zoning conditions for the same school property
• Discussion and possible action on amending El Paso City Code Title 20 to add a definition for short-term rental
• Consent agenda includes two major combination plats: Power of Dreams Unit Two (east of Joe Battle Blvd.) and Francisco Torres Subdivision (north of Artcraft Rd.) in ETJ

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale of three city-owned properties and the approval of the final 2025 tax roll. The body is also considering a multi-year contract for zoo animal produce and temporary road closures for New Year's Eve.

• Contract with Olus Distributing, Inc. for zoo produce estimated at $563,355 over five years
• Proposed sale of city property at 331 W. Missouri for $130,000
• Proposed sale of city property at Alameda & Piedras for $165,000
• Proposed sale of city property (Tract 17-B-2-A-5, Block 12, Ysleta Grant) for $152,000
• Temporary closure of Mesa St. between Franklin Ave. and Texas Ave. for New Year's Eve Ball Drop

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss and vote on authorizing a $2,219,995.49 purchase order for Flowbird America, Inc. to provide ticket vending machines, validators, and software support for three years. They will also receive a presentation on Sun Metro Rising, a system-wide route restructure planned for June 2026 aimed at improving frequency and connectivity. Consent items include approval of November meeting minutes and a request to excuse absent board members.

• Vote on $2,219,995.49 sole-source contract with Flowbird America, Inc. for TVMs and validators (3-year term)
• Presentation and discussion of Sun Metro Rising route restructure, including customer feedback results
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 board meeting
• Request to excuse absent board members
• Executive session to discuss legal, real estate, personnel, and security matters

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will hold a work session to hear a presentation on hunger and food insecurity and discuss potential executive sessions regarding utility rate increases and economic development.

• Presentation on hunger and food insecurity impacts
• Executive session on Texas Gas Service rate increase
• Executive session on El Paso Electric solar program amendment
• Executive session on economic development negotiations
• Executive session on security devices and audits

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

The Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board will approve minutes from October 28, 2025, and discuss new uniform bylaws. The meeting will also feature department updates from Destination El Paso regarding financials, tourism development, and advertising.

• Approval of October 28, 2025 minutes
• Presentation on new uniform bylaws
• Destination El Paso October 2025 department updates
• Department highlights: Financials, Tourism Development, Advertising, Convention and Sports Development, Venue and Event Management, El Paso Water Parks
• Sign language interpreters and Spanish translation available upon request

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Nov 20, 2025 was canceled. Consequently, none of the listed agenda items—including minutes approval, officer elections, schedule planning, museum deaccessions, art loans, gift offers, and artwork purchases—will be discussed or decided.

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve minutes from August 28, 2025. The main item is a presentation from the Planning and Inspections Department by Daniel Chavira on building and permitting development. The committee will also discuss future meetings and agenda items. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of August 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Daniel Chavira on building and permitting development (Planning and Inspections Department)
• Discussion of future meeting dates and agenda items
• Public comment period

Fair Housing Task Force

The Fair Housing Task Force meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate.

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Advisory Committee will hear updates on the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and the County Veterans Assistance Program, discuss the City Veteran of the Year Program, and receive reports from subcommittees on employment, homelessness, and mental health. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and a citizen comment period.

• Update on El Paso VA Health Care Clinic
• Discussion of City Veteran of the Year Program
• County Veterans Assistance Program update
• Subcommittee reports on employment, homelessness, and mental health
• Community updates from Columbia Southern University and Rio Grande Honor Flight

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for construction of an 8-foot-high fence on the property line at 1411 Fewel Street in the Sunset Heights Historic District. The property is a contributing structure built in 1926. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a staff report on administrative review cases.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for an 8-ft fence at 1411 Fewel Street in Sunset Heights Historic District

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss subdivision map approvals and the 2026 meeting schedule. The body will also hear a presentation on Texas development requirements and hold an executive session.

• Approval of October 23, 2025 minutes
• Ocotillo Estates Unit Six subdivision map approval
• Azzam Estates subdivision map approval
• Discussion on 2026 City Plan Commission meeting schedule
• Presentation on Foundation of Development Requirements in Texas

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss the final design for the Resler Extension Project and the 2026 Public Art Plan.

• Approval of October 14, 2025 minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on Resler Extension Project final design
• Discussion on 2026 Public Art Plan
• Discussion on 2026-2036 Public Art Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a $712,642.18 contract with MNK Architects for design of the El Paso Police Department Westside Regional Command Center, funded by the 2019 Public Safety Bond. Other items include a $797,936.47 airport security ramp expansion contract, a $400,000 bike plan update, and agreements for climate and veterans programs. Several street closures for Winterfest and the Sun Bowl parade are also on the consent agenda.

• Contract with MNK Architects for Police Westside Regional Command Center design, $712,642.18
• Contract with RS&H for El Paso International Airport SIDA ramp expansion, $797,936.47
• Grant application for bullet resistant components for police vehicles, $142,402.50
• Bike Plan Update contract with Alta Planning+Design, $400,000
• Change order increasing tax collection contract to $1,950,000.00

Women's Rights Commission

The scheduled Women's Rights Commission meeting for November 18, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss an internal audit, a housing needs assessment, and a resolution to form a team for housing strategy implementation. The session also includes a presentation on transportation user fees and a discussion on Texas Gas Service Company's rate increase.

• Internal audit maturity and needs assessment
• Housing Needs Assessment for Envision El Paso
• Resolution to form a Cross Functional Team for housing strategy
• Texas Gas Service Company rate increase discussion
• El Paso Electric distribution cost recovery factor

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss the City's internal audit needs assessment prepared by Weaver and Tidwell, LLP.

• Approval of October 9, 2025, committee minutes
• Discussion of internal audit needs assessment by Weaver and Tidwell, LLP

Civil Service Commission

The commission will consider a consent agenda including approval of May 2025 minutes, a reversed suspension appeal for Eddie Liming (1-day suspension), and assignment of a hearing officer to disciplinary appeals for five employees. The regular agenda features discussion and possible action on a hearing officer's recommendation for Bryan Dominguez's 3-day suspension from Animal Services. The commission may also enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting
• Approval of reversed suspension appeal for Eddie Liming (Streets and Maintenance, 1-day suspension)
• Assignment of Hearing Officer Patricia Palafox to disciplinary appeals for Michael Beltran (demotion), Samantha Sapien (3-day suspension), Diego Arias (3-day suspension), Rosa Montes (termination), and Fernando Martinez (termination)
• Discussion and action on Hearing Officer's report recommending a 3-day suspension for Bryan Dominguez (Animal Services)

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

This meeting was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included two personnel grievance hearings that were not held.

• Canceled: Item BC-1357 – staff recommendation to suspend Maria Shough for 3 months
• Canceled: Item BC-1358 – staff recommendation to suspend Jesus Maldonado for 9 months

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board had scheduled to approve October 8 minutes, consider suspensions of two staff members, elect board and subcommittee chairs, and review the Master Plan overview. However, the meeting was marked as canceled, so no decisions or discussions will occur. No actions will be taken on any agenda items.

• Approve minutes of Oct. 8 meeting (BC-1359)
• Suspend Maria Shough for 3 months (BC-1360)
• Suspend Jesus Maldonado for 9 months (BC-1361)
• Nominate/elect Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair (BC-1404)
• Present Parks and Recreation Master Plan overview (BC-1362)

Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee

The Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, is canceled. The agenda included items for approving minutes, discussing a vision statement, and reviewing committee bylaws and annual reports.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of September 10, 2025, committee minutes
• Discussion on committee vision statement
• Review of uniform bylaws for advisory committees
• Discussion on committee decorum and annual report

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or acted upon. The cancellation means no approvals, reports, or presentations will occur at this time.

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will meet to approve the minutes from its September 9 and October 14 sessions. The agenda includes introducing a new member from District 7, updates on volunteer programs such as the Gift Giving Tree and Christmas Advisory Luncheon, and planning for volunteer training and a December recognition banquet. Public comment will be allowed, and sign‑language and Spanish translation services can be requested in advance.

• Approve minutes from September 9, 2025 (BC‑1426)
• Approve minutes from October 14, 2025 (BC‑1426)
• Introduce new member Elizabeth Barron from District 7
• Discuss Gift Giving Tree and Christmas Advisory Luncheon
• Plan December Recognition Banquet

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, at the Blue Sky Lab has been canceled. The agenda included a visioning circle exercise and a discussion on future meetings.

• Canceled meeting
• Visioning Circle exercise proposed
• Discussion on next meeting proposed
• Location: Blue Sky Lab at La Nube, 201 W. Main El Paso, TX 79901

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The El Paso Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider 13 requests for special exceptions, including variances for nonconforming lots and rear yard setbacks. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair and adopt its 2026 meeting schedule.

• Board Member Elections: Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustments Meeting Schedule
• Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) requests
• Special Exception C (Rear Yard Setback) requests
• Approval of September 8, 2025 minutes

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will review a report on the El Paso Water Utility Impact Fees Program for the period of March 1 to August 31, 2025. The body will also discuss the progress of the capital improvements plan and any inequities in its implementation. Additionally, the committee will nominate a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Nomination of new Chair and Vice Chair
• El Paso Water Utility Report on Impact Fees Program (3/1/25 - 8/31/25)
• Semi-annual reports on capital improvements plan progress per Chapter 395 of Texas Local Government Code
• Approval of 2026 CIAC schedule
• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no items to consider.

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will vote on four Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations to properties in El Paso's historic districts. Items include rear additions, window replacement, and after-the-fact painting. Public comment is invited. The meeting also includes consent agenda approval of minutes and a staff report.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition at 945 Mount Carmel Avenue (Ysleta Historic District, non-contributing)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition at 4636 Caples Circle (Austin Terrace Historic District, contributing)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for sash window installation at 416 Canal Road (Chihuahuita Historic District, contributing)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact painting at 215 W. Nevada Avenue (Sunset Heights Historic District, contributing)

City Council

The El Paso City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests (south of Artcraft to commercial, 4806 Atlas Ave to apartments) and vote on a resolution to rescind $6.8M in capital asset sale funding for the Sean Haggerty Extension project due to state loan availability. Council will decide on purchasing three downtown properties from Lynx Industries for a combined $3,173,791, and consider applying for a $15M Texas HHSC Healthy Community Collaborative Grant for the El Paso Helps project. Discussion items include extending weed abatement lien notice periods, assessing the purchasing department, and developing workforce training and veteran entrepreneurship programs.

• Public hearing: Rezone property south of Artcraft from G-MU to C-1
• Public hearing: Rezone 4806 Atlas Ave from R-4 to A-2
• Resolution to rescind $6.8M allocation for Sean Haggerty Extension, replace with state loan
• Purchase 311 W Overland ($864,800), 315 W Overland ($1,988,991), 0.2107 acres on W San Antonio ($320,000) from Lynx Industries
• Application for $15M Healthy Community Collaborative Grant with $500K cash match for El Paso Helps

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss and vote on a proposed three-year, $4,485,000 purchase order for Cummins CNG engine parts and service, awarded as a sole-source contract to Cummins Inc. The contract represents a 45.15% increase over the previous agreement due to rising parts and service costs. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and excusing absent board members.

• Authorize $4,485,000 purchase order to Cummins Inc. for CNG engine parts and service (Solicitation 2026-0092), sole source, three-year term.
• Contract increase of $1,395,000 (45.15%) over previous contract due to price increases for parts and services.
• Annual estimated award is $1,495,000; funding source is FTA Formula 5307.
• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 regular meeting.
• Request to excuse absent Mass Transit Board members.

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will consider entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with the El Paso Community Foundation and UNICEF to participate in the UNICEF Child Friendly Cities Program. They will also receive a presentation on the FY 2025 Year-in-Review, including updates on Quality of Life, Public Safety and Community Progress Bonds, and the Capital Improvement Program. In executive session, the council will discuss economic development opportunities in Downtown El Paso.

• Discussion and possible action on MOU with UNICEF for Child Friendly Cities Program (25-1338)
• Presentation on FY 2025 Year-in-Review, including capital bonds and Capital Improvement Program priorities (25-1334)
• Executive session discussion on economic development opportunities in Downtown El Paso (EX1, EX2)

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will hold its inaugural meeting to introduce members and define the board’s purpose and responsibilities. Participants will discuss the board’s objectives, member skills, role nominations, and review a UNICEF Child‑Friendly Cities overview. The board will consider authorizing remote online meetings and plan future agenda items.

• Inaugural meeting of the Youth Advisory Board
• Presentation and discussion on YAB objectives and member roles
• UNICEF Child Friendly Cities overview
• Authorization for remote online meetings
• Discussion of future agenda items and next meeting

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

The Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes from September and receive updates on the organization's financials, tourism development, and advertising.

• Approval of September 2025 minutes
• Review of Destination El Paso department updates
• Discussion of financials and tourism development
• Review of advertising and convention development
• Review of venue and event management

City Council

The El Paso City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including the approval of minutes, the termination of a roof repair contract, and the authorization of new contracts for security services and airport financial planning. The meeting will also include the first reading of an ordinance to rezone a property on Edna Avenue.

• Approval of minutes for October 14, 2025
• Termination of Contract No. 2025-0398 EPIA Terminal Roof Repairs
• Authorization to increase security contract with Night Eyes Protective Services by $129,560
• Award of financial services contract to Garver, LLC and Ricondo & Associates Inc. for $1.5M
• First reading of ordinance to rezone property at 4600 Edna Avenue from M-1 to R-5

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the Envision El Paso Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map and the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also discuss the International Policy Agenda and a cooperation agreement with a Mexican trade institution.

• Envision El Paso Comprehensive Plan Update: Future Land Use Map
• 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Capital Improvement Grant Funded Program
• Resolution to sign a 2-year Memorandum of Understanding with CONCANACO SERVYTUR MÉXICO
• Executive session regarding William C. Haywood v. El Paso Police Department
• Executive session regarding El Paso Electric Company and Texas Gas Service Company rate matters

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The October 23, 2025 meeting of the City Accessibility Advisory Committee has been canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider consent items including a major preliminary plat for Ocotillo Estates Unit Six and a detailed site development plan for duplexes and apartments at 101 Fresno Dr. A regular agenda item proposes amending the 2025 Proposed Thoroughfare System to delete two collector road extensions and connect Suncrest and Vin Morella to I-10. Also scheduled are presentations on the Future Land Use Map and reduced setbacks and building codes.

• SUSU25-00081: Ocotillo Estates Unit Six preliminary plat (east of Redd Rd., south of Transmountain Rd.)
• PZDS25-00026: Detailed site development plan for duplexes and apartments at 101 Fresno Dr.
• Discussion and action on ordinance to delete collector road between Suncrest and Vin Rambla and Ninth Street extension, and connect Suncrest Dr. and Vin Morella to I-10
• Presentation on Future Land Use Map component of Envision El Paso Comprehensive Plan Update
• Presentation on reduced setbacks and building codes

Open Space Advisory Board

The Open Space Advisory Board will vote on the annual election of its Chair and Vice‑Chair and adopt both a revised 2025 schedule and a new 2026 meeting schedule. It will also consider changes to the agenda, approve the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes, and hear reports on finance, trail projects, and land updates. Public comment will be allowed, and the board will identify items for future agendas.

• Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair (BC‑1339)
• Adoption of revised 2025 meeting schedule (BC‑1354)
• Adoption of 2026 meeting schedule (BC‑1347)
• El Paso Water quarterly financial report on 10% drainage utility fee (BC‑1346)
• Update on Mountain to River project and Bear Ridge Trailhead (BC‑1347)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda for the public hearing was not held.

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board was scheduled to hold its inaugural meeting on October 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM. The agenda listed introductions, discussion of board objectives, future agenda items, meeting format, and a Teentober Fest overview. The meeting was canceled, so no decisions or actions were taken.

• Introductions of board members
• Discussion of YAB objectives and responsibilities
• Review of draft agenda for UNICEF Child Friendly Cities Initiative launch
• Discussion of future agenda items and meeting format
• Overview of Teentober Fest

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025, was canceled. The original agenda included the election of a Chair and Vice Chair, as well as discussions regarding the El Paso Museum of Art and a loan to The ASU Art Museum.

• Election of Chair (BC-1313)
• Election of Vice Chair (BC-1314)
• El Paso Museum of Art Accessions (BC-1288)
• Carmen Lomas Garza Loan to The ASU Art Museum (BC-1289)
• Reports from Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, Museum of History, and Mexican American Cultural Center (BC-1287)

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will conduct public hearings to decide if four properties are dangerous structures and whether the owners will be ordered to demolish them. The properties are at 3100 Richmond Ave (BC-1294), 9573 Albany Pl (BC-1296), 5733 Hemmingway Dr (BC-1295), and 1306 Magoffin Ave (BC-1297). The meeting will also approve minutes from the July 24, 2025 session and consider routine items on the consent agenda. An executive session may be called to discuss attorney consultation, real‑property matters, gifts, personnel, security, and economic‑development negotiations.

• Public hearing – 3100 Richmond Ave – determine dangerous structure status and demolition order (BC-1294)
• Public hearing – 9573 Albany Pl – determine dangerous structure status and demolition order (BC-1296)
• Public hearing – 5733 Hemmingway Dr – determine dangerous structure status and demolition order (BC-1295)
• Public hearing – 1306 Magoffin Ave – determine dangerous structure status and demolition order (BC-1297)
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2025 (BC-1185)

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will meet to consider four requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding new construction and additions to historic properties in El Paso. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and an executive session.

• PHAP25-00035: Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction at 113 Rio Grande Avenue
• PHAP25-00038: Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition at 2904 Copper Avenue
• PHAP25-00039: Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition at 8945 Mount Carmel Avenue
• PHAP25-00040: Certificate of Appropriateness for rear addition at 4636 Caples Circle
• Approval of September 18, 2025, meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will vote on a final mural design for the Special Teams Consolidation at Fire Stations 1, 9, and 11, and select an artist for a mural at the Marty Robbins Recreation Center in District 6. The committee also discusses proposed amendments to Chapter 2.40 of the City Code affecting the Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs and the committee itself. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August and scheduling the November meeting.

• Discussion and action on final mural design for Special Teams Consolidation (Fire Stations 1, 9, 11)
• Discussion and action on artist selection for mural project at Marty Robbins Recreation Center (District 6)
• Presentation and discussion on amendments to Chapter 2.40 (Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs) of the City Code
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025
• Discussion and action to schedule the November meeting on November 18, 2025

City Council

The El Paso City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including the approval of professional service contracts for police and road projects, the renewal of a public health interlocal agreement, and the renaming of a portion of Rosa Avenue to Hope Court.

• Renaming portion of Rosa Avenue to Hope Court
• Police Mission Valley Command Center contract up to $664,099
• Buffalo Soldier Street Improvements contract up to $785,844
• Sunland Park Shared Use Path contract up to $899,621
• Public Health Mass Prophylaxis Agreement renewed through 2027

Mass Transit Department Board

The board will discuss and vote on awarding a $27.5 million, five-year contract for fixed route transit service to LULAC Project Amistad, plus a $4.97M bus shelter cleaning contract and a $6.7M janitorial services contract. They are also terminating an existing janitorial contract due to overestimated service hours. Consent items include approval of past meeting minutes and excusing absent members.

• Award of 5-year, $27,459,300 contract to LULAC Project Amistad for transit fixed route service (Solicitation 2025-0089R)
• Award of 5-year, $4,969,425 bus shelter cleaning contract to Ace Government Cleaning (Solicitation 2025-0571)
• Award of 5-year, $6,696,580 janitorial services contract to Ace Government Services (Solicitation 2025-0593)
• Termination of Contract No. 2023-0673 with Francisco Corral dba Eagle Janitorial Service Co., effective November 3, 2025
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2025 regular meeting and August 19, 2025 special meeting

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council will discuss the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), the Senior Safety Summit, and 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. New business includes the Gift Giving Tree, Christmas Advisory Luncheon, and the Foster Grandparent Program with funds awarded. The council will also consider October intersession for schools, Neighborhood Services Summit, and volunteer training.

• Senior Safety Summit discussion
• 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
• Gift Giving Tree and Christmas Advisory Luncheon planning
• Foster Grandparent Program funds awarded
• October intersession for EPISD, YISD, and SISD schools

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will discuss and act on a resolution to approve the Department of Aviation’s five‑year capital improvement plan for El Paso International Airport, totaling $316,083,505 and authorizing budget transfers. The council will also hear presentations on International Bridges, Sun Metro, and El Paso Water capital improvement projects, as well as an update on federal shutdown preparations. Executive session may address two pending lawsuits against the city and economic development opportunities in East El Paso.

• Resolution to approve El Paso International Airport five‑year capital improvement plan, $316,083,505, and authorize budget transfers (Item 1).
• Presentation on International Bridges’ Capital Improvement Program update (Item 2).
• Presentation on Sun Metro Capital Improvement Plan (Item 3).
• Presentation on El Paso Water utility capital improvement projects and FY budget (Item 4).
• Executive session discussion of Ruben Aldaz et al. v. City of El Paso, Adrian De Luna et al. v. City of El Paso, and East El Paso economic development opportunities (Items EX1‑EX3).

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will approve the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and consider rescheduling its November meeting. It will review an update to the City of El Paso Investment Policy and discuss the results of the Economic Development‑380 Agreement Monitoring Audit Report A2023‑07. The committee will also consider the FY 2025‑2026 Annual Internal Audit Plan.

• Approve minutes for the September 11, 2025 FOAC meeting (BC-1218)
• Reschedule the November FOAC meeting to Friday, November 14, 2025 (BC-1273)
• Update to the City of El Paso Investment Policy (BC-1254)
• Discuss results of the Economic Development‑380 Agreement Monitoring Audit Report A2023‑07 (BC-1217)
• Consider the FY 2025‑2026 Annual Internal Audit Plan (BC-1099)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss and vote on a consent agenda, including the approval of minutes and subdivision applications. The body will also hold public hearings on a road right-of-way vacation, several rezoning requests, and special permit applications for commercial developments.

• Approval of September 25, 2025 minutes
• Enchanted Hills Unit Five Replat B (Hunter Foster Dr.)
• Canutillo Middle School Subdivision (East of Westside Dr.)
• Holstein R.O.W. Vacation (60-foot road, West of Zaragoza Rd.)
• Rezoning of Sunrise Acres portion to C-2 (8701 Gateway South Blvd.)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five board will discuss meeting minutes, TIRZ fund updates, and the Deck Plaza project. The board may enter executive session to discuss real property, personnel, and economic development negotiations.

• Approval of July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on TIRZ funds and outreach by Borderplex Community Capital
• Update on the Deck Plaza project and impact analysis
• Identification of future agenda items
• Executive session for real property, personnel, and economic development

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

The Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommittee will discuss and vote on staff recommendations to suspend Lucia Hernandez and Antonio Estrada for six months each for violating the department's Behavior Management Policy. The meeting also includes public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Discussion and action on adopting staff recommendation to suspend Lucia Hernandez for six months for violating the Behavior Management Policy
• Discussion and action on adopting staff recommendation to suspend Antonio Estrada for six months for violating the Behavior Management Policy

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and vote on two 6-month suspensions for behavior policy violations, and consider renaming Fortaleza Park to Trotter Memorial Park and the Eastside Sports Complex to the Richard A. Castro - Eastside Sports Complex. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Discussion and action on suspending Lucia Hernandez for 6 months for behavior policy violation
• Discussion and action on suspending Antonio Estrada for 6 months for behavior policy violation
• Recommendation to rename Fortaleza Park (14800 Tierra Fortaleza Ave.) to Trotter Memorial Park
• Recommendation to rename Eastside Sports Complex (14380 Montwood Dr.) to Richard A. Castro - Eastside Sports Complex

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss establishing subcommittees to investigate the use of Public Service Announcements and to review shelter housing and sanitation. The meeting also includes a report on October statistics from the El Paso Animal Services Interim Director.

• Proposed subcommittee for Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to increase awareness of animal services
• Proposed subcommittee to review shelter housing and sanitation, including separation of sick or injured animals
• October update and statistics report from Interim Director Michael Wachsmann

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment public hearing scheduled for October 6, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss and take action on a resolution regarding the 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) Evaluation Procedures. This action would supersede the procedures previously adopted on October 15, 2019.

• Resolution approving the 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) Evaluation Procedures

Historic Landmark Commission

This meeting of the El Paso Historic Landmark Commission, scheduled for October 2, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Open Space Advisory Board

The Open Space Advisory Board scheduled a meeting for October 1, 2025, but the agenda is marked ***CANCELED***, so no items will be acted upon. The agenda listed items such as agenda changes, minutes approval, election of officers, meeting schedule adoption, and updates on water fees, trail projects, and land sales. Because the meeting is canceled, none of these discussions or decisions will occur.

• Discussion and Action: Changes to the Agenda (BC-1234)
• Discussion and Action: Adoption of the revised 2025 Open Space Advisory Board meeting schedule (BC-1238)
• Discussion and Action: Adoption of the 2026 Open Space Advisory Board meeting schedule (BC-1239)
• Information and Discussion: El Paso Water quarterly financial report on the 10% annual drainage utility fee (BC-1242)
• Information and Discussion: Update on the Mountain to River project and the Bear Ridge Trailhead (BC-1243)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $4.3 million grant-funded shared-use path on Brown St. (local share $331,000), a $360,635 disaster housing consultant contract, and multiple economic development consulting agreements. Also up for approval are a ground lease assignment at Crosswinds Entertainment District, broadband infrastructure on Mesa St., and various board appointments and campaign contribution disclosures.

• Approval of $4.3M Brown St. Shared Use Path project (local share $331K)
• Award of $360,635 disaster housing consultant contract to H2O Partners
• Two-year $220K economic development consulting contract with Pettit & Ayala
• Two-year $250K consulting contract with DT Consulting LLC
• Assignment of Crosswinds Entertainment District ground lease to 6901 Montana Investment LLC

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will hold a work session on September 29, 2025, to review updates from the 89th Legislative Session and discuss the Envision El Paso Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will include a lunch break and an executive session to discuss real estate matters.

• Presentation on 89th Legislative Session Wrap-Up Updates
• Envision El Paso Comprehensive Plan Update
• Executive session to discuss real estate matters
• Public comment available via phone and online
• City Council to meet at 300 N. Campbell

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss and vote on subdivision map approvals, a rezoning request for a public park, and special permits for a sanitarium and infill development. The meeting will also include a public comment period and an executive session.

• Rezoning 4600 Edna Ave. from M-1 to R-5 (Public Park)
• Rezoning 529 Schwabe St. from R-F to R-3A (Single-family)
• Special Permit for 7681 Barton St. to allow a Sanitarium
• Special Permit for 911 Tays St. to allow a Quadraplex
• Approval of minutes for September 11, 2025

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

The Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board will meet to receive information and discuss department updates from Destination El Paso for August 2025, including financials and highlights from tourism, advertising, convention and sports development, venue management, and water parks. The board will also consider approval of minutes from August 26, 2025, and open the floor for questions.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2025
• Introduction of Destination El Paso August 2025 department updates by President/CEO Jose Garcia
• Department highlights including financials, tourism development, advertising, convention and sports development, venue and event management, and El Paso Water Parks
• Floor open for public questions

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The board will discuss and potentially act on amendments to Chapter 2.40 of the City Code regarding the Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs and board changes. They will also consider accessions for the Museum of Archaeology and Museum of Art. An update on the Chalk the Block 2025 event will be presented.

• Presentation and discussion on amendments to Chapter 2.40 (Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs) and board changes
• Discussion and action on El Paso Museum of Archaeology accessions
• Discussion and action on El Paso Museum of Art accessions
• Discussion and update on Chalk the Block 2025
• Museum reports from the Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee will hear updates on the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and the county's Veterans Assistance Program. Members will discuss a citywide veteran discount program, receive community updates from the Veterans Treatment Court and Aquatic Adventures LLC, and review subcommittee reports on employment, homelessness, and mental health. The committee will also plan its annual update to the city council.

• Discussion on Citywide Veteran Discount Program (item 9)
• El Paso VA Health Care Clinic Update (item 4)
• County Veterans Assistance Program update (item 5)
• Update from 346th District Court Veterans Treatment Court Program (item 6)
• Discussion on guidance for annual update to city council (item 10)

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings to decide if three properties are dangerous structures and whether the owners will be ordered to demolish them. The properties are 3100 Richmond Ave (Smith Revocable Trust), 5733 Hemmingway Dr (Allen Y. Yoshida and Ana M. Yoshida), and 9573 Albany Pl (Annetta Marie Breedlove). The commission will also approve minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting and may enter executive session for various matters.

• Public hearing on demolition order for 3100 Richmond Ave (Smith Revocable Trust) – BC-1181
• Public hearing on demolition order for 5733 Hemmingway Dr (Allen Y. Yoshida & Ana M. Yoshida) – BC-1182
• Public hearing on demolition order for 9573 Albany Pl (Annetta Marie Breedlove) – BC-1184
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2025 – BC-1185
• Potential executive session to discuss attorney consultation, real property, prospective gifts, personnel, security devices, and economic development negotiations

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to contributing structures in the Manhattan Heights, Sunset Heights, and Austin Terrace historic districts. Items include window replacements, a new roof color, and a new two-story structure at El Paso Community College's Rio Grande Campus. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and receive a staff update on administrative review cases.

• Window removal and replacement at 2901 Wheeling Ave (Manhattan Heights)
• After-the-fact window replacement at 2827 Louisville Ave (Manhattan Heights)
• New two-story structure at 113 Rio Grande Ave (Sunset Heights) for El Paso Community College
• New roof in different color at 3023 Copper Ave (Manhattan Heights)
• After-the-fact window installation at 4656 Caples Circle (Austin Terrace)

Fair Housing Task Force

The Fair Housing Task Force meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025, at the Center for Civic Empowerment has been canceled. The agenda included a roll call and adjournment, but no substantive items were set for discussion.

• Meeting canceled
• Location: Center for Civic Empowerment, 304 Texas Ave, 17th Floor
• Public comment via phone: 1-844-992-4726
• Sign language interpreters available upon request
• Spanish translation services available upon request

City Council

The El Paso City Council will consider a resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with El Paso County to share administration and use of the P25 radio system. The consent agenda includes multiple contract increases for security guard services at international bridges and cultural facilities, as well as board appointments. Regular agenda items feature first readings of zoning ordinances to update definitions and notification procedures, and a second reading to allow motor vehicles in Lincoln Park for cultural events.

• Interlocal agreement with El Paso County for shared P25 radio system (Item 4)
• Change order increasing armed security guard contract at Stanton and Zaragoza bridges by $180,000 (Item 14)
• Change order increasing security guard services at Mexican American Cultural Center by $295,383.75 (Item 15)
• Ordinance releasing zoning conditions at 5662 N. Mesa Street (Item 16)
• Second reading to allow motor vehicles at Lincoln Park for permitted cultural events (Item 21)

Women's Rights Commission

The Women's Rights Commission will consider approving the minutes from its July 15, 2025 advisory committee meeting. Commissioners will receive an update on 2025 feedback and short‑term priorities from the Chief Strategy Officer. The City of El Paso Public Health Department will be introduced, and the commission will discuss scheduling future meetings, including an in‑person session on November 18, 2025. A public comment period is also provided.

• Approve minutes from Women’s Advisory Committee meeting (July 15, 2025) – BC-1161
• Update from Chief Strategy Officer Juliana Baldwin‑Munoz on 2025 feedback and short‑term priorities – BC-1160
• Presentation and introduction of the City of El Paso Public Health Department – BC-1162
• Discuss future meetings and agenda items; consider in‑person meeting on November 18, 2025 – BC-1163
• Public comment period – BC-1166

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will hold a work session to hear a presentation and discussion on establishing the El Paso Water Utilities – Public Service Board and its governance structure. The council will then move into executive session to consult with the city attorney on several legal and policy matters, including pending lawsuits, easement law, and economic‑development opportunities in Northeast El Paso. No final actions are indicated in the agenda.

• Presentation and discussion on the creation and governance structure of the El Paso Water Utilities – Public Service Board
• Executive Session – Claim of Roberto Leon – Claim 745 (551.071)
• Executive Session – Ruben Aldaz v. City of El Paso (551.071)
• Executive Session – discussion on Texas law regarding the granting of easements (551.071)
• Executive Session – discussion on economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso (551.087)

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will hear a presentation on the City's unfunded pension liabilities for the Employees Retirement Trust and Police/Fire Pension Funds. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and take action on audit results for the Vehicle Allowance & Take-Home Cars project and the On-Call Services Agreement. Approval of minutes from the August 28 meeting is also on the agenda.

• Presentation and discussion on City's unfunded pension liabilities (Millman, Inc.)
• Discussion and action on Vehicle Allowance & Take-Home Cars audit results (Project P2025-02)
• Discussion and action on On-Call Services Agreement audit results (Audit A2024-08)
• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2025 meeting

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will vote on releasing approximately 1,657.2 acres south of Eastlake Blvd. and west of Darrington Rd. from the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, and on appointments to the Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee. Public hearings will address a street name change from Rosa Avenue to Hope Court, a rezoning of two lots on Bois D’Arc Drive for a medical office, and a special permit for a sanitarium on Barton Street. A consent agenda includes approval of the August 28, 2025 minutes and a major subdivision plat in the ETJ (Stellar La Mesa).

• Resolution to release ~1,657 acres from ETJ (South of Eastlake Blvd, West of Darrington Rd)
• Rezoning of 7804 and 7808 Bois D’Arc Dr from R-3 to S-D for a medical office
• Special permit for a sanitarium at 7681 Barton St in R-3 zone
• Street name change from Rosa Avenue to Hope Court (District 2)
• Major combination subdivision: Stellar La Mesa in Canutillo ETJ (west of I-10, north of Transmountain Rd)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the July 9 meeting. It will consider the nomination and election of a grievance subcommittee member and vice‑chair. The board will act on staff recommendations to suspend Dora Trillo for three months and Paris Wall for six months for violations of the department’s Behavior Management Policy. A presentation on parks and recreation capital improvement projects will also be discussed.

• Approve minutes of July 9, 2025 meeting (BC-1147)
• Nominate and elect grievance subcommittee member and vice‑chair (BC-1142)
• Suspend Dora Trillo for three months for policy violation (BC-1143)
• Suspend Paris Wall for six months for policy violation (BC-1144)
• Presentation on parks and recreation capital improvement projects (BC-1145)

Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee

The Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a vision statement and the impact of Ordinance 019766 on boards and commissions. The body will also review updates on fleet maintenance, paratransit software, and service to hospitals.

• Action regarding a vision statement for the committee
• Discussion on Sun Metro service to Beaumont Hospital and New VA Hospital
• Impact of Ordinance 019766 regarding standardized boards and commissions
• Presentation on paratransit software and ride app
• Update on Veterans Ride for Free grant progress

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting and discuss strategies for employee retention. The public may participate via conference call.

• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025 meeting
• Chair Report by Chris Canales
• Director's Report on August statistics
• Discussion on employee retention strategies
• Public comment via conference call

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council will approve minutes from May and July 2025, receive announcements on the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), and discuss new business including the Senior Safety Summit, 9/11 National Day of Service, and pending funds for the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP).

• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 and July 8, 2025
• Announcements on Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
• Discussion of Senior Safety Summit
• Planning for 9/11 National Day of Service
• Pending FGP funds from AmeriCorps

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider four special exception requests. These requests involve non-conforming lots, carports, and long-term existing structures.

• PZBA25-00015: Special Exception B for 9139 Matterhorn Dr.
• PZBA25-00018: Special Exception B and J for 1024 Los Moros Drive
• PZBA25-00023: Special Exception K for 5708 Los Cerritos Drive
• PZBA25-00026: Special Exception K for 316 Apodaca Place

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for two residential properties. The body will also vote for a Vice-Chair and review administrative case updates.

• 1411 Fewel Street: Request to remove rear porch and build a new covered patio and balcony
• 2906 Wheeling Avenue: Request to construct an addition to an accessory structure in the rear yard
• Vote for a Vice-Chair
• Approval of August 21, 2025, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss several airport-related lease amendments and the establishment of two new advisory boards. The body is also introducing ordinances for zoning changes and special permits, with public hearings scheduled for September 30, 2025.

• Payment of $67,500.00 to LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions for police online reporting maintenance
• Proposed rezoning of property south of Artcraft Rd. and west of Westside Dr. from R-F to C-1
• Special permit request for infill development at 506 Randolph Drive
• Special permit request for governmental use at 6500 N. Mesa Street
• Tax penalty and interest waiver of $2,761.91 for property at 2 Stonehedge Estates Lot 11

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will consider a resolution to amend the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee's enabling resolution, aligning its membership and duties with the new Uniform Ordinance and Bylaws. The board will also decide on two sole-source contracts: a three-year, $354,375 training program with New Flyer of America, and a three-year, $172,192 hardware and software maintenance agreement with Trapeze/Vontas for passenger information displays. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes and excusing absent board members.

• Resolution to strike sections 2, 3, 4B, 4C, 5, and 6 of the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee enabling resolution, effective with Uniform Ordinance No. 019766
• Purchase order authorization for sole-source New Flyer bus training contract: $354,375 over 3 years
• Purchase order authorization for sole-source Trapeze/Vontas hardware, support, and software maintenance for passenger information displays: $172,192 over 3 years
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2025 regular meeting and special meetings on June 22 and August 18, 2025
• Request to excuse absent board members

Downtown Development Corporation

The Downtown Development Corporation will consider approving $1.0 million in fiscal year 2026 appropriations from the Ballpark Debt Service Fund Surplus to fund a five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and an executive session.

• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Action on $1.0 million Ballpark capital improvement plan
• Approval of fiscal year 2026 Ballpark appropriations
• Executive session for attorney consultation and real property
• Executive session for economic development negotiations

Open Space Advisory Board

This meeting of the El Paso Open Space Advisory Board, scheduled for September 3, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a presentation on the Department of Environmental Services Median Maintenance Program. The meeting also includes a lengthy executive session to discuss multiple legal claims, lawsuits (including Barbara Thompson v. City, TJW Aviation v. City, Daniel Villegas v. City), El Paso Electric rate cases, and economic development opportunities in Northwest and Northeast El Paso, as well as the City Manager's evaluation. No public action is scheduled on executive session items, but council may return to open session.

• Presentation and discussion on the Department of Environmental Services Median Maintenance Program (25-1094)
• Legal claims: Jessica Gallardo Larock (Claim 599), Marina Flores (Claim 745), Cheryl Gropp (Claim 754)
• Lawsuits: Barbara Thompson et al. v. City, TJW Aviation v. City, Joseph Pickett v. City, Daniel Villegas v. City
• El Paso Electric applications for rate change (PUC#57568), fuel refund (PUC#58546), and 100 MW solar/battery storage facility (PUC#57501)
• Discussion on economic development opportunities in Northwest El Paso and Northeast El Paso

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will approve the minutes from its July 28, 2025 meeting. It will receive a presentation on the 2025‑2026 Annual Audit Plan. The committee will discuss and take action on the findings of the Budget Transfer Audit A2025‑04 and the Streets and Maintenance Permits Review Follow‑Up Audit A2025‑06.

• Approve minutes for July 28, 2025 meeting (BC-996)
• Presentation on 2025‑2026 Annual Audit Plan (BC-1042)
• Discussion and action on Budget Transfer Audit A2025‑04 results (BC-1041)
• Discussion and action on Streets and Maintenance Permits Review Follow‑Up Audit A2025‑06 results (BC-819)

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on approval of June 2025 meeting minutes, elect a new chair, and receive presentations on ADA enforcement policies from Code Enforcement and on uniform bylaws from the City Attorney. Public comment is available. The meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2025.

• Discussion and action on approval of June 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and action on chair elections
• Code Enforcement presentation on ADA enforcement policies and procedures
• Boards and Commissions Uniform Bylaws presentation by Assistant City Attorney II
• Discussion and action on future meetings and agenda items

City Plan Commission

The El Paso City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on several planning items, including a rezoning request to change a city-owned park at 4600 Edna Ave from light manufacturing (M-1) to residential (R-5) to match its existing use. Other agenda items include a rezoning and special permit for a ballroom and shopping center at 3550 Rich Beem Blvd, and multiple subdivision approvals in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).

• Rezoning of 4600 Edna Ave from M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to R-5 (Residential) for existing public park (Item 7)
• Rezoning of 3550 Rich Beem Blvd from C-1 (Commercial) to C-2 (Commercial) for proposed ballroom and shopping center (Item 8)
• Special permit for ballroom use at 3550 Rich Beem Blvd in proposed C-2 zone (Item 9)
• Major preliminary subdivision Campo Del Sol Phase 3, west of McCombs St. and north of Gateway South Blvd (Item 3)
• Stellar La Mesa Subdivision in ETJ, west of I-10 and north of Transmountain Rd (Item 5)

Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board

The Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from July 22, 2025, and introduce new member Pifas Silva for District 7. The board will hear informational department updates from Destination El Paso, covering financials, tourism development, advertising, convention and sports development, venue and event management, and water parks. The floor will be open for public questions.

• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2025
• Introduction of new member Pifas Silva, District 7
• Department highlights: financials, tourism, advertising, convention/sports, venue/event management, water parks
• Floor open for questions from the public

Bond Overview Advisory Committee

The Bond Overview Advisory Committee will discuss and act on drafting a letter that contains the committee’s comments and recommendations to City Representatives. The letter will address the City Council’s direction to amend the committee’s enabling resolution. The meeting also includes a public comment period of up to three minutes.

• Public comment (maximum three minutes) – agenda item BC-1082
• Draft a letter with BOAC comments and recommendations on City Council’s proposed amendment to BOAC’s enabling resolution – agenda item BC-1081

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will discuss and act on the FY26 Cultural Funding Program award recommendations. It will also consider deaccession and accession items for the El Paso Museum of History and the El Paso Museum of Art. Additional agenda items include appointments to the Public Art Committee and a loan of artwork to The Cheech Marin Center. The meeting will conclude with reports from the Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History.

• Discussion and Action on FY26 Cultural Funding Program Award Recommendations (BC-1045)
• Discussion and Action on El Paso Museum of History Deaccessions (BC-1048)
• Discussion and Action on El Paso Museum of Art Deaccessions (BC-1065)
• Appointment of Angel Bataller to the Public Art Committee (BC-1051)
• Loan of Spare by Marianna Olague to The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture (BC-1067)

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee will convene to approve minutes, receive updates from the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and local assistance programs, and discuss subcommittee activities including employment, homelessness, and mental health.

• Approval of July 17, 2025 minutes
• El Paso VA Health Care Clinic update
• El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program update
• Subcommittee updates: Employment, Homelessness, Mental Health
• Discussion on agenda structure and member contact methods

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will review two after‑the‑fact Certificate of Appropriateness requests: one for window removal at 109 Government Hill (4652 Caples Circle) and another for an accessory structure at 6 Mundy Heights (1533 Upson Drive). The meeting will also approve minutes from the August 7, 2025 session, receive a staff report on administrative review cases, and vote for a Vice‑Chair. Items on the Consent Agenda will be approved by a single motion unless a member requests separate discussion. An executive session may be called to discuss agenda items as permitted by city charter.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for window removal at 109 Government Hill, 4652 Caples Circle
• Reconsideration of Certificate of Appropriateness for accessory structure at 6 Mundy Heights, 1533 Upson Drive
• Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2025 Historic Landmark Commission meeting
• Staff report on administrative review cases for listed historic properties
• Vote for a Vice‑Chair of the Historic Landmark Commission

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss and vote on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting will also include a request to excuse absent board members and an executive session.

• Discussion and action on FY 2026 Mass Transit Department budget
• Request to excuse absent Mass Transit Board Members
• Executive session for attorney consultation, real property, and personnel matters

City Council

This regular meeting includes a consent agenda with numerous resolutions. Key decisions include two traffic management center upgrade projects totaling over $12 million, a ground lease amendment for airport development, and a $901k fire prevention grant. Council will also consider creating several advisory boards and a shared facilities agreement with EPISD.

• Two Traffic Management Center Upgrade projects (Phase 4 & 5) with combined cost of $12,109,659 (items 18-19)
• Second Amendment to Ground Lease for airport development, changing rent timing and termination conditions (item 3)
• $901,330 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant with $47,438 city match (item 5)
• Interlocal agreement with El Paso ISD for shared athletic facilities through May 2036 (item 8)
• Dissolution of Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council to streamline boards and commissions (item 14)

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget for Sun Metro (covering September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026). The board may then go into executive session to discuss legal, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters. A consent agenda item to excuse absent board members is also included.

• Public hearing on the FY 2026 Mass Transit Department (Sun Metro) budget
• Consent agenda: request to excuse absent board members
• Executive session for consultations with attorney, real property, prospective gifts, personnel, security, and economic development

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council will present and discuss the Overview of the Procurement Sourcing Policy and Procurement Process (Session 3 – Contract Administration & Vendor Outreach). After the open discussion, the council may move into Executive Session to consider legal consultations, real‑property matters, and economic development opportunities. Specific Executive Session items include a claim by Willie Jenkins, applications by El Paso Electric, and discussions on property and development projects in Northeast El Paso.

• Presentation on the Overview of the Procurement Sourcing Policy and Procurement Process (Session 3).
• EX1 – Claim of Willie Jenkins‑Claim 786 (Section 551.071).
• EX3 – El Paso Electric application to amend its Generation Cost Recovery Rider for the Texas Solar One Generation Facility (PUC#57974).
• EX8 – Discussion on purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property in Northeast El Paso (HQ#24-2555).
• EX5 – Discussion on economic development opportunities in El Paso (HQ#25-3471).

City Council Special Meeting

This special meeting includes a public hearing and potential action on the proposed city budget for the fiscal year starting September 1, 2025. The budget was filed by the City Manager on July 18, 2025, and final adoption is scheduled for August 19, 2025. The council may also discuss items in executive session.

• Public hearing and action on the Proposed Budget for FY 2025-26 (Sept 1, 2025 – Aug 31, 2026)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission's August 14, 2025 meeting has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning applications, a right-of-way vacation, and a land study, and will discuss code amendments to comply with new Texas laws. Consent items include approval of minutes, a major final plat, a detailed site development plan for a recycling facility, and an extension for recording maps. Postponed items include election of officers and a comprehensive plan subcommittee.

• Public hearing to rezone 7800 and 7804 Alameda Ave. from R-4 (Residential) to C-1 (Commercial) for apartments and a shopping center
• Public hearing to rezone 4806 Atlas Ave. from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (Apartment) for a quadruplex
• Public hearing to rezone South of Artcraft Rd. and East of Westside Dr. from G-MU (General Mixed Use) to C-1 (Commercial) for retail
• Public hearing to vacate a portion of Resler Drainage ROW south of Paseo Del Norte Rd. and west of Resler Dr.
• Discussion and action on code amendments updating zoning notification requirements (HB 24), manufactured home definitions (SB 1341), and home occupation exceptions

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

The Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommittee will meet to discuss and vote on suspending two individuals for violating the department's Behavior Management Policy. The meeting will be held at City 3 Basement - Trost Conference Room.

• Suspension of Dora Trillo for 3 months (BC-991)
• Suspension of Paris Wall for 6 months (BC-992)
• Public comment via phone: 1-915-213-4096
• Sign language interpreters available upon request
• Spanish translation services available upon request

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be acted on. The agenda had items such as approval of July 9, 2025 minutes, nomination of a grievance subcommittee member and vice‑chair, staff recommendations to suspend Dora Trillo and Paris Wall, and a presentation on capital improvement projects.

• Approval of Minutes: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting of July 9, 2025 (BC-998)
• Nomination and Election of Grievance Subcommittee Member and Vice‑Chair (BC-999)
• Adoption of staff recommendation to suspend Dora Trillo for three months (BC-1000)
• Adoption of staff recommendation to suspend Paris Wall for six months (BC-1001)
• Presentation on Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Projects (BC-1002)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish a meeting schedule for the next fiscal year. The committee will also review legal responsibilities and discuss employee promotion ideas for the Animal Services department.

• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Setting the date, time, and location of monthly meetings for the next fiscal year
• Legal responsibilities refresher from the City Attorney’s Office
• Discussion on promoting dedicated employees within the Animal Services department
• Review of July update and statistics from the El Paso Animal Services Director

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will discuss and take action on the acquisition of two sculptures for the EPIA. The body will also review final designs for landscape improvements at the EPIA Terminal and a memorial at the Eastside Regional Park - The Beast Phase 2 Roundabout.

• Acquisition of Flying Pilot Sculpture for the EPIA
• Acquisition of Loving Memory Sculpture for the EPIA
• Final Design for EPIA Terminal Landscape Improvements
• Final Design for Eastside Regional Park - The Beast Phase 2 Roundabout Memorial
• Update on Medallion Design for Special Teams Consolidation (Fire Stations 1, 9, 11) Project 2

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve minutes, excuse an absent mayor, and hold public hearings on ordinances regarding amplified sound, noise regulations, food handling, and agenda submission deadlines. The body will also discuss a proposed tax levy for FY 2025-2026.

• Approval of minutes from July 7 and 8, 2025
• Ordinance to amend amplified sound permit regulations
• Ordinance to amend noise regulations and definitions
• Ordinance to amend food handling establishment rules
• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 tax levy

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on six special exception requests from property owners seeking variances for non-conforming lots, setbacks, and improvements. The board will vote on each request after public comment.

• 601 Woodland Avenue: request for Special Exceptions B (two or more non-conforming lots) and K (in existence 15+ years)
• 1024 Los Moros Drive: request for Special Exceptions B and J (carport over driveway)
• 2921 Prestwick Road: request for Special Exception C (rear yard setback for single-family residence)
• 6260 Fabian Street: request for Special Exception B (two or more non-conforming lots)
• 7158 North Loop Drive: request for Special Exception K (in existence 15+ years)

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on certificates of appropriateness for three properties in historic districts. One item (landscaping at 655 Upson Drive) has been withdrawn. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a staff update on administrative review cases.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for addition on secondary façade at 4771 Cumberland Avenue (Austin Terrace, contributing, 1937)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window removal and replacement (after-the-fact) at 4652 Caples Circle (Austin Terrace, contributing, 1940)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 135 N. Pueblo Road (Ysleta, non-contributing, 1942)
• Withdrawn: Certificate of Appropriateness for landscaping at 655 Upson Drive (Sunset Heights, contributing)
• Approval of regular meeting minutes for July 24, 2025

Open Space Advisory Board

The Open Space Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025, has been canceled.

City Council

The El Paso City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including a $76,644 change order increasing the solar covered parking contract at the airport to $4.87 million. Other items include interlocal agreements for police reimbursements totaling $200,000, re-establishment of the City Accessibility Advisory Committee, and various board appointments and tax refunds.

• Change order increasing solar parking canopy contract at airport to $4,867,808
• Interlocal agreement with DPS for up to $160,000 for Tactical Flight Officer overtime and travel
• Interlocal agreement with 34th Judicial District for up to $40,000 for narcotics testing reimbursement
• Resolution re-establishing a City Accessibility Advisory Committee for advising on accessibility in city facilities
• Consent to add road powers for El Paso County Municipal Utility Districts No. 3 and No. 4

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss and vote on two contracts: a $2.5 million agreement for camera systems and a $2.07 million software maintenance deal. The board will also consider a resolution to authorize a $35,000 advertising partnership.

• Authorization for $2,499,564.00 camera system contract with Iris Infrared & Intelligent Sensors NA, Inc.
• Authorization for $2,066,911.00 software maintenance contract with Trapeze Software Group, Inc.
• Authorization for $35,000.00 marketing partner agreement with Van Wagner
• Discussion on request to excuse absent Mass Transit Board Members
• Executive session to discuss real property, personnel, and economic development

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will discuss and take action on a resolution urging the Texas 89th Legislature to ensure Fort Bliss and the El Paso International Airport remain within Congressional District 16.

• Resolution urging Texas 89th Legislature to keep Fort Bliss and El Paso International Airport in Congressional District 16

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review the procurement sourcing policy and competitive sealed proposal process. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss legal matters, electric utility rates, and economic development in East El Paso.

• Overview of Procurement Sourcing Policy and Competitive Sealed Proposal process
• El Paso Electric Company application to change rates (PUC#57568)
• El Paso Electric Company petition to revise Military Base Discount Recovery Factor Tariff (PUC#58381)
• Award of Solicitation 2025-0009 for McRae Shared Path Phase 1 and Phase 2
• Economic development opportunities in East El Paso

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council meets to review the FY 2024-2025 third-quarter financial report, receive the certified appraisal roll and tax rates for FY 2025-2026, and discuss the proposed budget. The Council will also introduce an ordinance to levy FY 2025-2026 taxes, with a public hearing scheduled for August 12. Executive sessions are planned for legal consultation on City Manager and City Attorney employment contracts and discussion of economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso.

• Presentation and discussion of FY 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
• Introduction of an ordinance levying FY 2025-2026 taxes (first reading, public hearing Aug 12)
• Presentation of appraisal roll, no-new-revenue tax rate, and voter-approval tax rate for FY 2025-2026
• FY 2024-2025 3rd Quarter Financial Report
• Executive session on economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and special permit requests. The body will also review subdivision maps and elect its First and Second Chair officers.

• Rezoning request for 201 and 135 Shadow Mountain Dr. to allow a shopping center
• Rezoning request for property north of Arizona Ave. and east of N. Oregon St. for a mixed-use complex
• Special permit request for 1514 Montana Ave. to allow professional office use and a duplex
• Detailed Site Development Plan for a self-storage warehouse at 3251 N. Zaragoza Rd.
• Election of First Chair and Second Chair officers

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will discuss retirement trust updates and pension fund status. The body will also take action on audit results for hotel occupancy taxes and park usage permits.

• Action on Round 9 Hotel Occupancy Tax Audit results
• Action on Parks and Recreation Department Park Usage Permit Audit A2025-01
• Action to retain an external auditing firm for fiscal year Audit Plans
• Update on City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust
• Discussion on El Paso Firemen and Policemen’s Pension Fund portfolio returns

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The El Paso Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting set for July 28, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be acted upon at this time. The public could view the meeting via the city website, City15 TV, or the city’s YouTube channel, and could submit comments by phone or email.

• Special Exception B for two or more non‑conforming lots at 601 Woodland Avenue (PZBA25-00012)
• Special Exception B and J for 1024 Los Moros Drive (PZBA25-00018)
• Special Exception C for rear‑yard setback at 2921 Prestwick Road (PZBA25-00021)
• Special Exception C and K for 5708 Los Cerritos Drive (PZBA25-00023)
• Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting (BC‑943)

Bond Overview Advisory Committee

The Bond Overview Advisory Committee will discuss and take action on updates regarding 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects. The committee will also discuss an amendment to the BOAC Resolution.

• Update of 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects
• Amendment to the BOAC Resolution
• Approval of March 24, 2025 meeting minutes

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings to determine if two specific properties are dangerous structures. If designated as dangerous, the commission may order the owners to demolish the properties.

• Public hearing for 12923 Hueco Sands Circle (BC-899)
• Public hearing for 8125 Starr Avenue (BC-900)
• Approval of minutes from May 29, 2025

Historic Landmark Commission

The commission will hold public comment, approve the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes, and receive a staff report. It will also consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the Austin Terrace and Sunset Heights historic districts.

• Approve minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new windows at 4410 Leeds Avenue (Government Hill 20‑22).
• Certificate of Appropriateness for addition on secondary façade at 4771 Cumberland Avenue.
• Certificate of Appropriateness for metal structure for solar panels at 1516 Upson Drive.
• Certificate of Appropriateness for landscaping the parkway at 655 Upson Drive.

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

This meeting of the City Accessibility Advisory Committee was canceled. The agenda contained only roll call and adjournment, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The El Paso City Council on July 22 will consider a consent agenda and first readings of several ordinances. Notable items include a resolution to accept $484,430 in homeless housing funds, updates to accessory dwelling unit regulations, and a proposal to eliminate off-street parking requirements in certain areas. Public hearings for most ordinances are scheduled in August.

• Resolution to accept $484,430 in Homeless Housing and Services Program funds from TDHCA
• First reading of ordinance updating Accessory Dwelling Unit requirements citywide (public hearing Aug. 19)
• First reading of ordinance removing off-street parking requirements in certain areas (District 8, public hearing Aug. 19)
• Special permit for professional office at 509 Rio Grande Avenue with 100% parking reduction (public hearing Aug. 19)
• Award of $90,000 contract to Porsena Solutions LLC for Domestic Terrorism Consultant (Homeland Security Exercise Program)

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss and vote on two federal grant resolutions: a $30.6 million Low or No Emission Grant Program requiring a $5.5 million match (city providing $2.8 million), and a $720,000 Community Project Funding for Sun Metro's Micro Transit Project with a $180,000 match. The consent agenda includes approval of June 10 meeting minutes and excusing absent board members. An executive session is also scheduled for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Resolution to accept $30,597,000 Low or No Emission Grant with $5,455,621 total match; city to provide $2,755,221
• Resolution to accept $720,000 Community Project Funding for Micro Transit Project; city match $180,000
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Request to excuse absent board members
• Executive session for attorney consultation, real property, gifts, personnel, security, and economic development

City Council Work Session

The El Paso City Council work session will feature three presentations on the city grants portfolio, the procurement sourcing policy, and the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. Afterward, the council may enter executive session to consider attorney claims, utility applications, and discussions on economic development opportunities in West, Downtown, and Northeast El Paso. A real estate division update will also be provided.

• Presentation on the City of El Paso Grants Portfolio and Federal Legislative Updates
• Presentation on the Overview of the Procurement Sourcing Policy and Procurement Process
• Presentation and update on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
• Executive Session discussion of economic development opportunities in West, Downtown, and Northeast El Paso
• Executive Session review of attorney claims (Ana Mack, Jessica Saldecke, Hazel Sky Perez) and utility applications

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee will meet on July 17, 2025 to approve the May 15, 2025 minutes, receive updates from the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and other veteran‑service agencies, and take action on appointing District 4 member James Green to a subcommittee and on excusing absent members. Public comment will be allowed for up to three minutes per speaker. The agenda also includes community updates on veteran assistance programs and announcements of upcoming events.

• Approve minutes of May 15, 2025 meeting (BC‑883)
• El Paso VA Health Care Clinic update (BC‑885)
• Appoint District 4 VAAC member James Green to a VAAC subcommittee (BC‑889)
• Vote to excuse or unexcuse absent VAAC members Brian Kanof, Donald Brown, Donna Juarez (BC‑890)
• Community updates from Veterans Assistance Program, NOVA, CCR, White Acres Assisted Living (BC‑886‑BC‑888)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings to decide on rezoning applications, special permits, and right-of-way vacations. The body will also consider several subdivision map approvals and a request to release zoning conditions.

• Rezoning of 2320 Montana Ave. from Apartment to Special Development for a boutique
• Right-of-Way vacation for UTEP ATLC involving Randolph Street, Blacker Avenue, and Blanchard Avenue
• Special Permit for a professional office at 809 N. Eucalyptus St. with parking and setback reductions
• Zoning condition release for a medical office at 5662 N. Mesa St.
• Subdivision map approvals for Spare Feet Storage, Ethel Estates, and Tierra Del Este Unit Ninety-Two

Fair Housing Task Force

The Fair Housing Task Force meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Women's Rights Commission

The Women's Rights Commission will hear a presentation from the City legal team on a City Council directive from May 12, 2025, regarding the commission. They will also receive updates on Department of Community and Human Development programming and on commissioner feedback for short-term priorities. The meeting includes approval of minutes from May 20, 2025, and discussion of future agenda items.

• Presentation by City of El Paso Legal Team on City Council directive (BC-862)
• Strategic overview of Department of Community and Human Development programming (BC-914)
• Update on 2025 commissioner feedback and 1-2 year priorities by Chief Strategy Officer Juliana Baldwin (BC-915)
• Approval of minutes from Women’s Advisory Committee meeting on May 20, 2025 (BC-855)
• Discussion on future meetings and agenda items (BC-916)

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider seven Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in Austin Terrace and Sunset Heights historic districts. Items include a reconsideration of after-the-fact window replacement at a Church of Scientology property, removal of a fire-damaged addition, new window installations, and additions. The consent agenda covers approval of June 26 meeting minutes and a staff report on administrative review cases.

• Reconsideration of Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement and façade alterations at 1118-1120 N. El Paso Street (Church of Scientology property)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for removal of a rear addition due to fire damage at 806 Upson Drive
• Certificate of Appropriateness for construction of an addition on a secondary façade at 4771 Cumberland Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact driveway extension at 4500 Hastings Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window removal and replacement at 1435 Fewel Street (Circle of the Solitary property)

Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee

The Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to discuss several transit initiatives and administrative updates. The body will review transit license agreements, a committee vision statement, and progress on the Veterans Ride for Free grant.

• Purchase of new vehicles for LIFT paratransit
• Sun Metro Transit License Agreements
• Veterans Ride for Free grant progress
• Title VI demographic survey
• Sun Metro Rising update

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve June meeting minutes, receive reports from the chair and animal services director, hear an update on construction at the Westside Adoption Center, and discuss committee guidelines and duties.

• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2025 meeting
• Chair report by Chris Canales
• El Paso Animal Services Director's report with June update and statistics
• Presentation on construction update at the Westside Adoption Center
• Discussion on Guidelines and Duties of ASAC

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting and receive a presentation on Parks and Recreation Month from the Recreation Programs Manager. No other action items or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting of June 11, 2025
• Presentation and discussion on Parks and Recreation Month by Carlos Rodriguez, Recreation Programs Manager

City Council

The City Council will consider dissolving Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones Nine and Ten, terminating their boards. Other notable items include airport ground leases with Dick Poe Motors and Hospice of El Paso, new parking restrictions in several districts, speed limit changes on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and amendments to the city's thoroughfare system. The agenda also contains routine consent items such as board appointments and tax refunds.

• Dissolution of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Nine (District 5) and Number Ten (District 1)
• Ground lease with Dick Poe Motors for a portion of airport tracts (District 3)
• Ground lease with Hospice of El Paso for 70,939 sq ft at 8515 Lockheed Drive (District 3)
• New parking restrictions (No Parking 8am-5pm weekdays) on multiple blocks in District 8, and decal-required zones on McFarland Avenue and nearby streets in District 1
• Speed limit changes on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard: 45, 55, and 65 mph segments (District 4)

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will discuss updates for RSVP and Foster Grandparent programs, including training and surveys. The council will also elect a vice-chair. Items include food security surveys, volunteer coordinator training, and income verification.

• Elect Vice-Chair
• Food Security Surveys
• Volunteer Coordinator (VC) Training
• Income Verification
• Back-to-School Training

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board had a special meeting set for July 8, 2025 at the Council Chambers, City Hall. The notice states the meeting was canceled. No agenda items were considered. Future agendas will be posted online before each meeting.

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive and discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget from the City Manager. The presentation includes overviews of department budgets, compensation initiatives, and revenue forecasts. No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only, followed by an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• City Manager's overview of the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Compensation initiatives for city employees
• Department-by-department budget presentations covering Police, Fire, Sun Metro, Parks, Libraries, and others
• Executive session to discuss legal, real estate, and personnel matters

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive presentations and discuss the FY 2025-2026 Budget as presented by the City Manager. Presentations will cover various city departments and initiatives.

• FY 2025-2026 Budget presentation and discussion
• Compensation Initiatives presentation
• Departmental budget reviews including Police, Fire, and Sun Metro

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several rezoning requests and special permits for residential and commercial developments. The body will also elect its First and Second Chair officers and discuss the Comprehensive Plan subcommittee.

• Rezoning request for townhomes north of Woodrow Bean Transmountain Dr. and east of Resler Dr.
• Rezoning request for apartments at 7750 Alabama St.
• Rezoning request for a single-family dwelling at 8172 Lowd Ave.
• Special permit for a fire station at 6500 N. Mesa St.
• Special permit for infill apartment development at 506 Randolph Dr.

Open Space Advisory Board

The Open Space Advisory Board will discuss a rezoning request for a vacant property to allow townhomes. The board will also review a financial report from El Paso Water regarding drainage utility fee revenue.

• Proposed rezoning PZRZ25-00010: Dewberry Dr. (North of Woodrow Bean Transmountain Dr. and East of Resler Dr.) from R-3A to PR-II for townhomes
• EP Water quarterly financial report on 10% annual drainage utility fee revenue and expenses
• Update on the Police/Fire Training Academy site
• Update on remediation efforts at Castner Range
• Update on the Open Space Advisory Board enabling resolution

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The June 30, 2025 Zoning Board of Adjustment public hearing has been cancelled. No items will be discussed.

City Accessibility Advisory Committee

The City Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss ADA program updates and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The body will also discuss future meeting schedules and hear public comments.

• Approval of meeting minutes from February 27, 2025
• ADA Accessibility Improvement Program Update
• Department of Community and Human Development new employee introduction
• Discussion on future meetings and agenda items
• Public comment period

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

This meeting of the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting canceled
• Originally scheduled for June 26, 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding the El Paso International Airport, including new concession and lease agreements. The body will also discuss a workforce development partnership and various board appointments.

• Shoeshine Concession Agreement with Los Amigos Shoeshine for 9.5% of gross receipts
• Hangar and office space lease with NASA at 8101 & 8201 Boeing Drive
• Payment of $49,188.00 to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for Advanced Manufacturing District sitework
• Five-year partnership with Workforce Solutions Borderplex paying $10,000 annually
• Temporary closure of Mesa Street between San Antonio Avenue and Overland Avenue for a block party on July 19, 2025

City Council Work Session

Council will hear a presentation on the city's internal audit current state, maturity, and needs, with potential action. They will also receive an update on the Humanitarian Engagement Action Response Team. In executive session, Council will discuss legal matters including a claim, El Paso Electric rate changes and AMS plan, and economic development opportunities in West and East El Paso.

• Presentation and possible action on City of El Paso Internal Audit Current State, Maturity, and Needs Assessment (Weaver and Tidwell, LLP)
• Update on the Humanitarian Engagement Action Response Team (City Manager's Office and Police)
• Executive session discussion on claim of Khlayel Fareed (Claim-748)
• Executive session discussion on El Paso Electric Company's application to change rates (PUC#57568)
• Executive session discussion on economic development opportunities in West and East El Paso

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several subdivision and replat applications, a detailed site development plan, and three public‑hearing requests to change land‑use designations. The most notable request is to rezone a vacant parcel on Tract 9, Block 9, Upper Valley Surveys from Ranch‑and‑Farm (R‑F) to Commercial (C‑1) for a convenience store with gas pumps and a shopping center.

• Approval of Montecillo Unit Eleven Replat “H” (BC‑781)
• Approval of Montecillo Unit Eleven Replat “F” (BC‑782)
• Detailed Site Development Plan for 871 Country Club Rd. (BC‑789)
• Rezoning request for Artwest Ventures parcel to Commercial C‑1 (BC‑786)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment request for Upper Valley parcel from O‑3 to G‑4 (BC‑785)

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will meet to discuss an assessment of the City of El Paso's internal audit state and needs. The committee will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Presentation by Weaver and Tidwell, LLP on City of El Paso’s Internal Audit Current State, Maturity, and Needs Assessment
• Approval of minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting

Parks and Recreation Grievance Subcommitee

The Grievance Subcommittee will hold a hearing on staff recommendations to suspend Theresa Valdez and Maria Elena Sarmiento for three months each for violating the City's Parks and Recreation Behavior Management Policy. The meeting also includes introductory statements and a review of the hearing structure. Public comment is available for non-agenda items.

• Discussion and action on suspending Theresa Valdez for 3 months for violation of Behavior Management Policy (BC-751)
• Discussion and action on suspending Maria Elena Sarmiento for 3 months for violation of Behavior Management Policy (BC-752)
• Introductory statement for grievance hearing BC-749
• Reading of grievance subcommittee hearing structure BC-750

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss staff recommendations regarding behavior policy violations. The board will also receive a presentation on upcoming summer programming.

• Proposed three-month suspension of Theresa Valdez for Behavior Management Policy violation
• Proposed three-month suspension of Maria Elena Sarmiento for Behavior Management Policy violation
• Presentation on upcoming Parks and Recreation summer programming

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve minutes from the May meeting, receive director and chair reports, and hear presentations on the planned Comprehensive Animal Shelter Assessment. The committee will also discuss its role in that assessment and whether a problem with military members dumping pets is citywide. Additionally, a presentation on the Borderland Rescue Fund's activities will be given.

• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2025 meeting
• Presentation on City of El Paso's planned Comprehensive Animal Shelter Assessment
• Discussion on ASAC's role in the comprehensive assessment
• Discussion on whether military members dumping pets is a citywide problem
• Presentation on Borderland Rescue Fund activities (Rescue Pantry, Grant Program, Medical Reserve Fund, Pet Supply Pantries with libraries)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on a land use change to industrial for properties north of Americas Avenue and west of Southside Road. Other key items include a $2.98 million janitorial services contract for public health clinics, a special privilege license for balconies over city right-of-way, and proposed amendments to the historic preservation code. The agenda also includes consent items such as an emergency rock wall removal at the airport and a grant application for catalytic converter theft prevention.

• FLUM amendment to change 38 acres from Preserve/Agriculture to Industrial (Item 10)
• $2,983,043.50 janitorial contract for public health clinics awarded to Ace Government Services (Item 15)
• Special privilege license for Rio Valley LLC for balconies over La Vona Dr right-of-way (Item 11)
• Discussion on proposed amendments to City Code 20.20 (Historic Landmark Preservation) (Item 14)
• Emergency $127,000 rock wall removal at El Paso International Airport (Item 3)

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will consider authorizing the City Manager to apply for $1,963,500 in federal grants for low/no emission vehicles and bus facilities. Consent agenda items include approving May 13, 2025 meeting minutes, excusing absent board members, and appointing Keith Andrews to the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee. The board may also enter executive session to discuss legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters.

• Resolution to apply for $1,963,500 from FTA Low/No Emission and Bus Facilities programs
• Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2025 regular meeting
• Request to excuse absent Mass Transit Board members
• Appointment of Keith Andrews to the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee
• Potential executive session on legal, real property, security, and economic development negotiations

Public Art Committee

This meeting of the El Paso Public Art Committee has been canceled. No items were discussed or voted on.

• Canceled meeting originally scheduled to discuss final design for EPIA terminal landscape improvements
• Canceled meeting originally scheduled to discuss acquisition of Flying Pilot Sculpture for EPIA
• Canceled meeting originally scheduled to discuss acquisition of In Loving Memory Sculpture for EPIA

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will discuss and take action on several internal audit results and scopes. This includes reviews of airport accounts payable and veteran affairs travel expenses.

• Results of El Paso International Airport - Accounts Payable Audit A2025-02
• Results of Division of Veteran and Military Affairs - Travel and Accounts Payable Follow-Up Audit A2025-03
• Audit Scope and Objectives for the Code Compliance Audit
• Emergency Solutions Grant Audit Scope Change to Single-Family Owner-Occupied Renovation Program

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a site development plan for a community shopping center and three subdivision map approvals. The body will also receive a presentation on plan review and inspections.

• PZDS25-00007: Detailed Site Development Plan for a community shopping center at 3154 N. Zaragoza Rd.
• SUSU25-00006: Major Combination for Stellar La Mesa Subdivision Unit Two, west of I-10 and north of Woodrow Bean Transmountain Rd.
• SUSU25-00016: Subdivision map for Borderland, north of Borderland Rd. and east of Westside Dr.
• SUSU25-00043: Subdivision map for Campo Del Sol Unit 2B, west of McCombs St. and north of Gateway South Blvd.
• Presentation on Plan Review and Inspections

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide five special exception requests, including two postponed from May 5. Items involve lot consolidations, a rear-yard setback, and a carport over a driveway. The board will also approve minutes and may enter executive session.

• 4771 Cumberland Cir – Special Exception B (two or more nonconforming lots) and K (existence 15+ years), postponed from May 5
• 601 Woodland Ave – Special Exception B and C (rear-yard setback for single-family residence), postponed from May 5
• 8172 Lowd Ave – Special Exception B (two or more nonconforming lots)
• 1337 Backus St – Special Exception J (carport over a driveway)
• 1344 Backus St – Special Exception B and K (existence 15+ years)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss and vote on subdivision applications, a public hearing for an easement vacation, and a special permit request for a professional office use. The meeting will also include an executive session.

• Approval of May 8, 2025 minutes
• Major Combination: Inglewood Valley subdivision (BC-709)
• Resubdivision: Sierra Vista Acres Replat A (BC-711)
• Public Hearing: Canutillo Industrial Park Easement Vacation (BC-712)
• Public Hearing: Special Permit for 509 E. Rio Grande Ave. (BC-713)

Women's Rights Commission

The Women's Rights Commission will discuss and possibly act on transitioning from the Human Resources Department to the Community and Human Development Department, redefining its purpose, and changing meetings to every other month. They will also discuss the commission's strategic plan and consider questions submitted for a briefing from city staff. Approval of the March 2025 minutes and updates from focus subgroups are also on the agenda.

• Discussion on transition from HR to Community and Human Development Department (item 2)
• Discussion and action on questions submitted for a briefing from City Staff to Rep. Acevedo (item 5)
• Discussion on purpose and strategic plan of the commission (item 4)
• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2025 meeting (item 1)

Bond Overview Advisory Committee

The Bond Overview Advisory Committee will discuss and take action on an update to the 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects, including a comprehensive update. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Discussion and action on update of the 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects (Comprehensive Update)
• Approval of March 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Opportunity for committee to request items for future agendas

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will discuss and take action on new accessions for the El Paso Museum of Archaeology. Members will also hear a presentation on school outreach efforts and receive reports from the Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History. The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 17, 2025.

• Discussion and action on El Paso Museum of Archaeology Accessions (BC-663)
• Presentation and discussion on School Outreach Efforts (BC-688)
• Museum Reports from Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History (BC-689)
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2025 (BC-662)

Fair Housing Task Force

The Fair Housing Task Force will meet virtually to approve minutes from a previous meeting, introduce new Department of Community and Human Development employees, and elect a new chair. The public can participate via phone.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 1/16/25
• Introduction of new DCHD employees
• Election of Fair Housing Task Force chair
• Public comment period
• Sign language interpreters available upon request

Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee

The Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee will discuss options for meeting locations, attendance, and quorum, and consider adopting a vision statement. Updates will be given on fleet maintenance at Union Depot, accessible pathways for Sun Metro Rising, and the Veterans Ride for Free grant. A training portal for members will also be discussed. Public comment is allowed on transit-related issues.

• Discussion and action on adoption of a vision statement for the Committee
• Discussion on options for alternative meeting location and virtual meetings
• Discussion on Sun Metro fleet maintenance operations at Union Depot
• Discussion on progress of accessible pathways construction project for Sun Metro Rising
• Discussion on update regarding Veterans Ride for Free grant progress

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear presentations on the Club Rec Summer Camp and Live Active EP Summer Programs, both likely informational discussions. The board also will vote to approve minutes from its April 9 meeting. No binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation on Club Rec Summer Camp by Recreation & Sports Coordinator Susana Arroyo
• Presentation on Live Active EP Summer Programs by Strategic Initiatives Manager Diana Cepeda
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will consider and vote on the approval of minutes from its April 9, 2025 meeting. The chair will give a report, followed by the El Paso Animal Services Director’s April update and statistics. The meeting includes a public comment period before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes for the April 9, 2025 meeting (BC-681)
• Chair report by Chris Canales (BC-682)
• Director’s report: April update and statistics (BC-683)

City Review Committee

The City Review Committee is holding a public hearing on a request to add to a main home and construct a detached spa at 925 Rim Road. The property is zoned R-3 with a Neighborhood Conservancy Overlay. The agenda contains one substantive item.

• PLRG25-00005: Request by Ike Monty for a home addition and detached spa at 925 Rim Rd (R-3/NCO zoning)

City Council

The council will discuss and vote on adopting new Rules of Order for its meetings, effective May 27, 2025. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, interlocal agreements for police traffic control on state roads and renewal of mobile stroke unit staffing with UMC (up to $137,200 annually), and award of contracts for museum security ($1.18M), park restroom cleaning ($499k), and generator maintenance ($549k). Also includes board appointments, tax refunds, and campaign contribution notices.

• Adoption of new Rules of Order for City Council meetings (discussion and action item 1)
• Interlocal agreement with TXDOT for police traffic control at construction zones
• Renewal of interlocal with UMC for mobile stroke unit services, up to $137,200 annually
• Award of $1,181,535 contract to Nighteyes Protective Services for museum security
• Award of $499,140 contract to Ace Government Services for park restroom cleaning

Public Art Committee

The committee will vote on the final design for the Chief Allen Memorial Bust and select an artist for the Resler Extension Project. An update on Fire Station 38's art design will also be presented, and minutes from April 8 will be approved.

• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025
• Discussion and action on final design for Chief Allen Memorial Bust
• Update on final design for Fire Station 38
• Discussion and action on artist selection for Resler Extension Project

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will consider a consent agenda that includes awarding a $1.35 million paratransit software contract to Rideco US Inc. for Sun Metro LIFT scheduling services. The board will also vote on appointing Xavier Bañales to the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee and approve prior meeting minutes. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters.

• Award of Solicitation 2025-0132R paratransit software to Rideco US Inc., total estimated $1,350,671.56 over seven years.
• Appointment of Xavier Bañales to the Sun Metro Citizens Advisory Committee by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
• Approval of minutes from the April 1, 2025 regular meeting.
• Request to excuse absent board members.
• Executive session for consultation with attorney, real property, personnel, and security matters.

AmeriCorps Senior Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will convene to discuss the status of the City of El Paso RSVP and FGP programs, including recognition events and training sessions. The meeting will be held at the Center for Civic Empowerment.

• Approval of February 11, 2025 minutes
• Review of RSVP and FGP program status
• Recognition Banquet planning
• Calling All Seniors Training
• Annual Income Verification for Volunteers

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a presentation from the Central Appraisal District on 2025 pre-preliminary property values and the protest period, which affects tax projections. They will also discuss and potentially act on a cross-functional team update for boards and commissions. The meeting includes an executive session for legal consultations on real property, El Paso Electric rate cases, federal executive orders, transportation fees, and personnel matters.

• Presentation by Central Appraisal District Executive Director on 2025 pre-preliminary values and protest period (25-587)
• Discussion and action on Board and Commission cross-functional team update (25-590)
• Executive session on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property (EX1, postponed from 04-14-2025)
• Executive session on El Paso Electric Company rate change application (EX4, PUC#57568)
• Executive session on legal consultation regarding impact of recent Federal Executive Orders on City Operations (EX5)

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will consider amendments to City Budget Policies regarding General Fund reserves. The body will also review audit results for park usage permits and hotel occupancy tax accounts receivable.

• Amendment to Section 10 - Reserves of the City of El Paso Budget Policies to establish General Fund balance guidelines
• Results of the Parks and Recreation Department - Park Usage Permit Audit A2025-01
• Results of the Accounts Receivable - Hotel Occupancy Tax Review P2025-01

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss and take action on two disqualification appeals. The body will also note the assignment of a hearing officer for a disciplinary appeal.

• Disqualification appeal for Ana Fashing (Animal Services)
• Disqualification appeal for Ruben Flores (Streets & Maintenance)
• Assignment of Hearing Officer Patricia Palafox to a disciplinary appeal for John Cubello (Environmental Services)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and consider an ordinance to amend the 2025 Proposed Thoroughfare System, including downgrading Gomez Road and deleting collector connections. Consent items include plats and site development plans. Also up for vote are resubdivision combinations.

• Ordinance to amend the 2025 Proposed Thoroughfare System (Item 18)
• Rezoning of 9050 Escobar Dr. from R-3 to C-4 for a motor carrier terminal (Item 13)
• Rezoning of 525 Lafayette Dr. from R-3 to A-2 for apartments (Item 15)
• Rezoning of 341 Thorn Ave. from R-3 to C-1/C-3 for commercial uses (Item 16)
• Public hearing on replat of Montecillo Unit Eight (Item 11)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review six special‑exception requests for non‑conforming lots and a rear‑yard setback. Applicants include Ema Dimakis (11952 Picasso Dr.), Patricia Beltran (4771 Cumberland Cir.), Nancy and Jose De La Torre (10461 Achilles Dr.), Olga M. Chavez (3826 Mountain Ave.), and Rena Shea Herman (601 Woodland Ave.). The board will also approve the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting.

• Special Exception B for two non‑conforming lots, 11952 Picasso Dr., District 6 (PZBA24-00086)
• Special Exception B (two non‑conforming lots) and Special Exception K (existing 15+ years), 4771 Cumberland Cir., District 2 (PZBA25-00003)
• Special Exception B for two non‑conforming lots, 10461 Achilles Dr., District 4 (PZBA25-00006)
• Special Exception B for two non‑conforming lots, 3826 Mountain Ave., District 2 (PZBA25-00011)
• Special Exception C (rear‑yard setback) for a single‑family residence, 601 Woodland Ave., District 1 (PZBA25-00012)

City Council

The El Paso City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one amending zoning code to support downtown redevelopment and another granting a non-exclusive solid waste franchise to Rio Grande Waste Services. The Council will also discuss discretionary fund expenditures for a Mother's Day celebration and Movies in the Park, consider a mutual aid agreement with Fort Bliss, and receive an annual update from the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. Several routine consent items including tax refunds, board appointments, and approval of minutes are also on the agenda.

• First reading of ordinance amending Title 20 Zoning to support downtown redevelopment — public hearing set for May 28 (Item 26)
• First reading of ordinance granting non-exclusive solid waste franchise to Rio Grande Waste Services — public hearing set for May 13 (Item 27)
• Mutual Aid Agreement with Fort Bliss for fire protection and emergency response for up to 9 years (Item 3)
• Authorization of $6,400 in District 6 discretionary funds for Movies in the Park series (Item 22)
• Annual update from the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee (Item 25)

Mass Transit Department Board

The special meeting of the El Paso Mass Transit Department Board scheduled for April 29, 2025 was canceled. No actions or discussions took place.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items considered.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss and vote on a resolution to pursue designation as a UNICEF Child Friendly City, authorizing staff to begin the formal application. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss legal, real estate, economic development, and utility matters, including an amendment to El Paso Electric's generation cost recovery rider and records related to the 2019 active shooter incident.

• Resolution 25-511 to apply for UNICEF Child Friendly City designation
• Executive session: El Paso Electric generation cost recovery amendment for Texas Solar One facility (EX1)
• Executive session: discussion of open records requests on August 3, 2019 active shooter incident (EX2)
• Executive session: economic development opportunities in Downtown El Paso (EX3)
• Executive session: purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property (EX4)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including approvals of detailed site development plans for properties at 11409 Cedar Oak Dr., 8021 North Loop Dr., and 10642 Montana Ave. It will also act on a subdivision map approval for the Gomez Subdivision Unit Two and a replat for Montecillo Unit Eight. A public hearing will be held on a rezoning application to change 9050 Escobar Dr. from R‑3 residential to C‑4 commercial. The meeting may enter executive session for confidential matters.

• Approval of detailed site development plan for 11409 Cedar Oak Dr. (BC‑608)
• Approval of detailed site development plan for 8021 North Loop Dr. (BC‑609)
• Approval of detailed site development plan for 10642 Montana Ave. (BC‑610)
• Subdivision map approval for Gomez Subdivision Unit Two (SUSU25‑00025)
• Rezoning application to change 9050 Escobar Dr. from R‑3 to C‑4 (PZRZ24‑00019)

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee will receive updates from the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program. Members will discuss guidance for an annual update to Council scheduled for April 28, 2025. The committee will also hear reports from subcommittees on employment, homelessness, and mental health.

• Update from El Paso VA Health Care Clinic Interim Director Mark Rielo
• Update from El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program Manager Antoinette Hunt
• Community update from Gentiva Hospice Coordinator Nicole Castaneda
• Guidance for April 28, 2025 annual update to Council
• Reports from Employment, Homelessness, and Mental Health subcommittees

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will approve the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss and provide an update on the Mexican American Cultural Center. The board will hear a presentation from Destination El Paso on tourism development strategies and receive reports from the Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History.

• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (BC-600)
• Discussion and update on the Mexican American Cultural Center (BC-601)
• Presentation by Destination El Paso on tourism development strategies (BC-602)
• Reports from Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History (BC-603)

City Council

The El Paso City Council will consider an amendment to the Notes Live economic development agreement, increasing the minimum investment to $100 million and expanding the land parcel at Cohen Avenue and Gateway Boulevard. Other notable items include a proposed ordinance requiring grocery stores to offer physical coupons equal to digital discounts, support for a new USPS facility in Far East El Paso, and a resolution supporting state pension reform for fire and police funds. The consent agenda includes routine items such as street renaming and tax refunds.

• Amendment to Notes Live agreement: minimum investment increased to $100M, property acreage amended at Cohen Ave and US-54
• Ordinance requiring grocery stores to offer physical coupons identical to digital discounts (Item 16)
• Support for U.S. Postal Service to build additional facilities in Far East El Paso for population growth (Item 13)
• Support for Texas House Bill 4591 on fire and police pension fund contributions (Item 14)
• Street renaming of Boggiano Drive to Sanfeliz Hill Court (Item 5)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss and take action on adopting the City of El Paso's International Policy Agenda as part of the Economic & International Development International Program. They will also receive presentations on the 2026 El Paso Days in DC and the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Second Quarter Financial Report. The agenda includes an item on Robert's Rules of Order and several executive session topics, including El Paso Electric rate changes and real property discussions.

• Action on adoption of the City of El Paso's International Policy Agenda (25-336)
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Second Quarter Financial Report (25-456)
• Presentation on 2026 El Paso Days in DC (25-459)
• Executive session discussion on El Paso Electric Company rate change application PUC#57568 (EX1)
• Executive session discussion on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property (EX4)

Financial Oversight and Audit Committee

The Financial Oversight and Audit Committee will approve March meeting minutes and then discuss loan options from the Texas Department of Transportation State Infrastructure Bank to meet local match requirements for federally funded transportation projects. The committee will also review the FY 2026‑2030 city debt service and the FY 2024‑2025 annual audit plan replacement audits. Items may be moved to closed session under the Open Meetings Act.

• Approve minutes from March 13, 2025 meeting (BC-525)
• Discuss and act on Texas DOT State Infrastructure Bank loan options for local match (BC-548)
• Presentation on FY 2026‑2030 city debt service (BC-547)
• Discuss FY 2024‑2025 annual audit plan replacement audits (BC-527)
• Potential closed‑meeting deliberations on real property, gifts, personnel, security, and economic development

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will review a report on the El Paso Water Utility Impact Fees Program. The body will also discuss semi-annual reports regarding the progress of the capital improvements plan and any inequities in its implementation.

• El Paso Water Utility Report on Impact Fees Program (9/1/24 - 2/28/25)
• Semi-annual reports on capital improvements plan progress and impact fee inequities
• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes

City Plan Commission

The El Paso City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to rezone Lot 1, Block 1, River Run Subdivision Unit One from R‑2 residential to C‑1 commercial. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items such as approval of the March 27, 2025 minutes and several subdivision replat applications. Public comment is scheduled before the hearings, and the commission may enter executive session if needed.

• BC‑574 – Approval of City Plan Commission minutes for March 27, 2025 (Consent Agenda).
• BC‑575 – Resubdivision combination for Montecillo Unit Seven (public hearing).
• BC‑578 – Public hearing on Emory Road Subdivision Replat A (resubdivision).
• BC‑579 – Rezoning application to change River Run Subdivision from R‑2 to C‑1 (commercial).
• BC‑581 – Special permit request for Stiles Gardens to allow reduced setbacks and lot size for residential development.

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will discuss and act on the 2024 annual report and receive an update on the Westside Adoption Center, both tied to the city's goal of reaching a 90% or greater live-release rate by 2025. The committee will also hear the Animal Services Director's March statistics and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion and action on approval of minutes for the March 12, 2025 meeting
• El Paso Animal Services Director’s report with March update and statistics
• Presentation on update of the Westside Adoption Center
• Discussion and action on the 2024 ASAC Annual Report
• Public comment period

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet virtually to review plans for spring community events. The board will also receive an update on maintenance and improvements for parks located in downtown El Paso.

• Discussion of Easter Carnivals, Día de los Niños, and Día de los Libros 2025 events
• Update on maintenance and improvements of parks in downtown El Paso
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will hold a virtual meeting to consider two items: approval of the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and discussion and action on the final design for Fire Station 38. The meeting includes public comment opportunities via phone or prior sign-up.

• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting
• Discussion and action on final design for Fire Station 38

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider eight special exception requests. These requests involve nonconforming lots, builder errors, and existing structures.

• Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) for 701 Ramsgate Road
• Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) for 3308 Garnet Dr.
• Special Exception G (Builder Error) for 12761 Persistence Ave.
• Special Exception B (Two or More Nonconforming Lots) for 321 S. Piedras St.
• Special Exception J (Carport over a driveway) for 2605 Samoa Dr.

City Council

The El Paso City Council will discuss and act on several items including a proposal to make the Bond Overview Advisory Committee permanent, appointments to the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority board, and discretionary fund expenditures. The consent agenda includes a resolution to use the Sheriff's incinerator for destroying confiscated narcotics and a $248,741 grant for fire department extrication equipment. A presentation on the city's financial audit for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, will also be given.

• Financial audit report by Forvis Mazars on city finances for FY2024
• Resolution to establish Bond Overview Advisory Committee as permanent with expanded oversight
• Appointments to Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority board (4 positions)
• Interlocal agreement to allow city to use Sheriff's incinerator for narcotics/evidence destruction
• Fire Department grant request $248,741 for extrication capabilities (no cash match)

Mass Transit Department Board

The Mass Transit Department Board will discuss a contract for streetcar overhead contact system repairs and an agreement to share transit funds with the South Central Regional Transit District. The board will also receive a presentation from El Paso Area Transportation Services.

• Proposed $1,093,800 contract with Kateri Powerline Solutions, LLC for 3 years of streetcar overhead contact system maintenance
• Proposed Interlocal Agreement with South Central Regional Transit District for access to Urbanized 5307 funds
• Presentation by El Paso Area Transportation Services (EPATS) regarding El Paso Transportation Authority (ETA) programs

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment to reclassify land from preserve/agriculture to industrial/railyards, and on several rezoning applications for warehouses and a motor carrier terminal. They will also discuss zoning code amendments to allow high-density residential uses in downtown El Paso's C-5 district.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PLCP25-00001) to change Future Land Use from O-1 Preserve/O-3 Agriculture to G-7 Industrial/Railyards north of Americas Ave.
• Rezoning (PZRZ24-00042) from R-F to C-4 for general warehouses on part of the same area.
• Rezoning (PZRZ24-00019) from R-3 to C-4 for a motor carrier terminal at 9050 Escobar Dr.
• Rezoning (PZRZ24-00034) from A-2 to A-3 and Special Permit (PZST24-00017) for 70% parking reduction at 2824 N. Kansas St.
• Amendments to Chapters 20.02 and 20.10, and Appendices A and C to support high-density residential uses in the C-5 district downtown.

Bond Overview Advisory Committee

The Bond Overview Advisory Committee will discuss and take action on an update of the 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects, including a comprehensive update. The meeting also includes introduction of new members, approval of previous minutes, and setting future agenda items. Public comment is available for non-agenda items.

• Discussion and action on update of 2012 Quality of Life Bond Projects
• Introduction of new committee members
• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Opportunity for committee to request items for future agendas

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment public hearing scheduled for March 24, 2025, was cancelled. No votes or discussions took place. The agenda included several special exception requests at properties including 701 Ramsgate Rd., 3308 Garnet Dr., and 12761 Persistence Ave.

• Meeting cancelled — no action taken on any item

Veterans Advisory Committee

The Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee will receive updates from the El Paso VA Health Care Clinic and the El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program. The committee will also discuss guidance for its annual update to Council scheduled for April 28, 2025.

• Update from El Paso VA Health Care Clinic Interim Director Mark Rielo
• Update from El Paso County Veterans Assistance Program Manager Antoinette Hunt
• Presentations from Team RWB and Katie's Way Plus
• Updates from subcommittees on employment, homelessness, and mental health
• Guidance for the April 28, 2025, annual update to Council

Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board

The Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board will meet virtually to approve minutes from December 2024, discuss pilot efforts for inclusion and accessibility, and receive reports from the Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History. The meeting is largely procedural and discussion-based.

• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2024
• Discussion on Museums & Cultural Affairs Department piloting inclusion and accessibility efforts
• Reports from Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will present, discuss, and take action on a strategic budget development workshop. This session is intended to shape funding priorities and the fiscal outlook for the FY 2026 Budget.

• Strategic Budget Development Workshop for FY 2026 Budget (Item 25-376)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including grant applications for emergency management and a contract for the Municipal Court of Appeals. The body will also vote on board appointments and the termination of a thermoplastic striping contract.

• Grant request of $104,204.23 for Fire Department Special Operations Division
• Grant request of $114,894 for Election Security Enhancement Project
• Contract for Municipal Court of Appeals clerical support totaling $110,400 over 4 years
• Purchase order increase of $216,000 for Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, LLC
• Three-year roofing materials contract with Superior Asphalt Enterprises Inc. for $300,000