Hondo public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. has been cancelled.
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider the status of an open rewards program and discuss specific projects. The board will also receive a marketing alliance update from David Petr.
- Status of Open Rewards Program
- Executive session regarding Project Stella, Project BiRD, and Project HCF
- Marketing Alliance update from David Petr
Boards & Commissions
The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will review year-to-date financial and fuel sales reports. The board will also receive status updates on several airport infrastructure and development projects.
- Review of YTD Financials and Fuel Sales
- Status update on Apron Rehab
- Status update on Land Release (100.763 acres)
- Hangar Rates Study Timeline
- Airport Restaurant RFI
Boards & Commissions
The Blue Santa Advisory Board is meeting to manage the Hondo Police Department's Blue Santa Program. The board will discuss selecting recipient families, allocating funds, and planning the gift distribution.
- Selection of families for Blue Santa Gift Distribution
- Allocation of funds for Blue Santa Gift Distribution
- Distribution plans for Blue Santa Gifts
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Harbor Island Sea Water Desalination Project and consider several financial reports and budget amendments for FY 2024. The body is also reviewing contracts for city park cameras and infrastructure repairs.
- Resolution No. 439-24 supporting Nueces River Authority Harbor Island Desalination
- Ordinance No. 1298-12-24 to amend the 2023-2024 adopted annual budget
- Contract with Flock SafeIT for cameras at city parks
- Resolution No. 442-24 awarding the 500,000 gallon ground storage tank rehabilitation to NG Painting, LP
- Awarding TXCDBG grant preparation services to Langford Community Management Services
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review library operations and upcoming events. The board will discuss the potential removal of fines and review the December calendar.
- Discussion about Removal of Fines
- Review of December Calendar and upcoming Library Events
- Discussion related to Dia Event
- Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
General
The provided document is a meeting notice for November 26, 2024. It contains no specific agenda items, motions, or discussion topics.
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation was posted on November 20, 2024, at City Hall and on the city's website.
General
The City of Hondo will hold a public hearing on November 25, 2024, to discuss a proposed grant application to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for up to $177,497.92 to purchase police vehicles. The hearing will take place at City Hall.
- Public hearing on proposed $177,497.92 USDA grant for police vehicles
- Hearing scheduled for November 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
- Location: City Hall, 1600 Avenue M, Hondo, Texas
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will discuss a business incubator program and a city park concept plan. The board will also review year-to-date revenue and expenses and receive an update on the Open Rewards Program.
- Presentation of Das Greenhaus Business Incubator Program by Justin McKenzie
- Presentation of City of Hondo Park Concept Plan by City Manager John Naron
- Review of YTD Revenue & Expenses
- Update on Open Rewards Program from EDC Director Sean Patty
City Council
The Hondo City Council will convene on November 12, 2024, to discuss the Hondo Public Library's long-range plan and consider potential real estate purchases in an executive session. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine approvals.
- Approval of October 2024 City Council minutes
- Approval of Hondo Public Library 2024-2028 Long Range Plan
- Discussion on amending future council meeting dates
- Executive session to discuss property for possible future real estate purchase
- Presentation of 2023 Certificate of Obligations Bond Project Update
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation is holding a special board meeting. The board will review and discuss a resolution regarding additional funding for a specific incentive program.
- Resolution authorizing $2,500 for the BluDot Open Rewards Incentive Program
City Council
The Hondo City Council will consider resolutions to apply for state financial assistance for the police department and a specific use permit for a bail bonds business. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zoning request and an executive session regarding a swimming pool maintenance contract dispute.
- Resolution 435-24: Police grant application for Operation Stonegarden
- Resolution 436-24: Police grant application for catalytic converter program
- Specific Use Permit: El Amigo Bail Bonds at 2537 19th Street
- Zoning request: R2 to Ra between Avenue P and U
- Executive session: Swimming pool maintenance contract dispute
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations and review two specific policies. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from September 24, 2024.
- Review of Safety of Children in the Library Policy
- Review of Library Service Policy
- Quarterly Reports for August-September 2024
- Long Range Report Review
- November calendar and upcoming library events
Boards & Commissions
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss a rezoning request and a specific use permit. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from July 15, 2024.
- Specific use permit request from Luis Ainslie for El Amigo Bail Bonds at 2537 19th Street
- Rezoning Request No. 002-24 to change land from Residential-R2 to Residential-R3 between Avenue P and Avenue U, and 14th Street to 18th Street
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will review financial reports for Q4 and FY 2023-2024. The board will also discuss a revised job description for the BRE position and a regional partnership agreement.
- Funding of Greater SATX 2025 Regional Partner Agreement for $10,000
- Approval of Q4 and FY 2023-2024 Financials
- Revised BRE Job Description and benchmarking for hiring/job progression
Boards & Commissions
The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet to review financial reports and airport status updates. The board will discuss new business regarding hangar rates and advanced air mobility.
- Review of YTD financials and fuel sales
- Status updates on apron rehab and airport signage
- Discussion on a proposed restaurant
- IIJA reimbursement status
- Review of hangar rates
City Council
The Hondo City Council will meet to approve the August and September council minutes, recognize a police promotion, and consider an agreement with Shift-Sector for an automotive exhibition at the South Texas Regional Airport.
- Approval of August and September council minutes
- Recognition of Aaron Garza's promotion to Assistant Chief of Police
- License agreement with Shift-Sector for automotive exhibition at South Texas Regional Airport
- Interlocal agreement with Medina County for Hazard Mitigation Action Plan
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations and review the Safety of Children in the Library Policy. The meeting includes a report on September events and a tour of the New Family Place Area.
- Review of Safety of Children in the Library Policy
- Library Operations Report regarding September calendar and events
- Tour of the New Family Place Area and other library changes
- Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Hondo City Council will meet to consider selling surplus police equipment, appointing board members, and discussing water department repairs. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss a real property offer.
- Consider approval to sell surplus police equipment and seized vehicles
- Consider appointments to boards and commissions
- Discuss water department Vactron replacement
- Discuss sporting events, fees, and seasonal programming
- Executive session to discuss a real property offer
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to review year-to-date revenue and expenses. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 2024 meeting.
- Review of YTD Revenue & Expenses
- Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider several grant and contract approvals, including aviation and housing programs. The body will also discuss the assignment of two additional school resource officers to Hondo ISD campuses.
- FY 2025 RAMP grant agreement
- Management contract award for the HOME Program through Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
- Bid No. FH001 for HVAC replacement at Medina County Fair Hall
- Assignment of two more school resource officers to Hondo ISD campuses
- Amendment to Police Chief Justin Soza's contract
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review library operations and upcoming events. The board will discuss and consider plans for Dia de los Muertos.
- Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Library Operations Report regarding September calendar and events
- Discussion of plans for Dia de los Muertos
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax rate and consider adopting the annual budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also discuss updates to the city fee schedule and a zoning amendment.
- Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.4800 per $100.00 valuation for FY 2024-2025
- Adoption of the annual budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year (Ordinance 1293-08-24)
- Amendments to the city fee schedule (Ordinance 1295-08-24)
- Professional services agreement amendment with KSA Engineering for the 2024 Water Master Plan
- Zoning amendment request from R2 to R4 for the area of Avenue P, Avenue U, and 14th Street to 18th Street
Boards & Commissions
The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet to review year-to-date financial and fuel sales reports. The board will receive status updates on several airport improvement projects and discuss new business items.
- Status update on Taxiway "A" Rehab
- Status update on Land Release (100.763 acres)
- Status update on Andrea McGilvray Hangar Project
- Discussion of STOL Drag Training
- Discussion of T-Hangar Security Lighting
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will discuss funding for a rewards program and a downtown revitalization project. The board will also review year-to-date financials and hold an executive session for personnel and contract matters.
- Possible approval of $5,000 for BluDot Open Rewards Incentive Program effective Oct 1, 2024
- Presentation on collaborative Alley Way Project for downtown Hondo revitalization
- Review of YTD Financials
- Executive session for personnel matters and contract negotiations
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 budget and discuss setting the property tax rate. The body will also consider a water master plan and potential zoning changes for a specific city area.
- Public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
- Discussion on setting the proposed property tax rate
- Proposed City of Hondo Water Master Plan
- Discussion on changing the area from 14th Street to 18th Street and Avenue N to Avenue U to R3
- Ordinances for specific use permits for a beauty/hair salon and a window tinting retail shop
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a special budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2024/2025 budget. The body will also discuss the property tax rate for FY 2024/2025.
- Discussion of FY 2024/2025 Proposed Budget
- Discussion of FY 2024/2025 Property Tax Rate
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss its annual budget and quarterly financials. The board will also review funding for airport signage and site plans for specific development projects.
- Proposed 2024-2025 HEDC Budget of $898,269
- Possible funding of $29,942 for South Texas Regional Airport Signage
- Site plans for Project Navigator at the South Texas Regional Airport
- MEP survey report for Project 1116B 18th St in downtown Hondo
- April - June 2024 quarterly financials
City Council
The Hondo City Council will hold a special meeting and budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget and property tax rate for the fiscal year 2024/2025. The meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2024, at the Senior Activity Center of the Hondo Public Library.
- Discuss FY 2024/2025 Proposed Budget
- Discuss FY 2024/2025 Property Tax Rate
City Council
The City Council will meet for a special budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2024/2025 budget. The body will also discuss the property tax rate for FY 2024/2025.
- Discussion of FY 2024/2025 Proposed Budget
- Discussion of FY 2024/2025 Property Tax Rate
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review quarterly and long-range operations reports. The board will also discuss plans for Dia de los Muertos and upcoming library events.
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review of Quarterly Reports for April-June 2024
- Review of Long Range Report
- Discussion of August calendar and upcoming library events
- Planning for Dia de los Muertos
City Council
The City Council will discuss several land use requests, including a bar and grill and a beauty salon. The body is also considering a building contractor award for the Home Program and proposals regarding employee pay.
- Resolution No. 430-24: Building contractor award for the Home Program via Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
- Final plat request for 20.27 acres at the 1500 block of 11th Street (Sylvester & Melissa Gallardo)
- Specific use permit for a bar and grill at 1011 19th Street (Akhil Sunny)
- Specific use permit for a beauty/hair salon at 1301 20th Street (Annalisa Salazar)
- Specific use permit for a window tinting retail shop at 1113 19th Street (Solarize Tint)
Boards & Commissions
The Hondo EDC meeting scheduled for July 18, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.
Boards & Commissions
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a final plat for a subdivision and three specific use permits for local businesses. The body will also discuss amending the unified development code regarding portable signs and elect a vice chair.
- Final plat request for Twin Estates Subdivision (20.27 acres) at 11th Street and Avenue P
- Specific use permit request for a bar & grill at 1011 19th Street
- Specific use permit request for a beauty/hair salon at 1301 20th Street
- Specific use permit request for a window tinting retail shop at 1113 19th Street
- Proposed amendment to Unified Development Code Section 7.3.6(E) regarding portable signs