Hondo public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to regulate the operation of golf carts and off-highway vehicles on public streets. The body will also discuss establishing registration and inspection fees for these vehicles.

• Proposed ordinance creating Article 11.07 to regulate golf carts and off-highway vehicles on public streets
• Proposed registration and inspection fees for golf carts and off-highway vehicles
• Ordinance No. 1313-12-25 to amend the 2024-2025 adopted annual budget
• Acceptance of 4th Quarter Financial and Investment Reports for Fiscal Year 2025
• Recognition of the Hondo Mighty Owl Band

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to install a President and Vice President. The board will review quarterly and long-range operations reports and discuss the bookmobile and unclaimed property claims.

• Installation of President and Vice President officers
• Review of July-September 2025 Quarterly Reports
• Discussion of Bookmobile details
• Consideration of Unclaimed Property Claim
• Review of Policy Review Schedule

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a final plat request. The proposal involves consolidating 19 existing lots into 2 lots on 3.10 acres of land.

• Public hearing on final plat request from St. John Evangelist Catholic Church for 3.10 acres located on the south side of 21st Street between Ave J and Ave K

City Council

The City Council will administer the oath of office to Council Member Elect Benjamin "BJ" McCollum. The body will also consider applications for police vehicle grants and the election of directors for the Medina Central Appraisal District.

• Oath of office for Council Member Elect Place 2 Benjamin "BJ" McCollum
• Resolution No. 471-25: Application for Governor's grant for Hondo Police Department bullet-resistant vehicle components
• Resolution No. 472-25: Casting votes for Medina Central Appraisal District directors for the 2026-2027 term

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss and consider action on two specific use permit requests. These requests involve establishing a bail bonds office and a commercial paving company headquarters.

• Specific use permit request from Ace Bail Bond Company for a bail bonds office at 1906 Ave K
• Specific use permit request from DKM Land Holdings LLC for a commercial paving and construction company headquarters at 2903 Hwy 90 W

City Council

The City Council will discuss a loan project for the Small Business Development Program and two specific use permit requests for local businesses. The body will also consider canvassing results for a special charter amendment and City Council Place 2 election.

• Expenditure of $105,000.00 to LiftFund for a 0% interest loan project
• Specific use permit request for a bail bonds office at 1906 Ave K
• Specific use permit request for a commercial paving and construction headquarters at 2903 Hwy 90 W
• Proposed changes to the fee schedule for spay and neuter services
• Canvassing of official results for the November 4, 2025 special elections

The council unanimously approved a $105,000 lift‑fund loan for the Small Business Development Program. It also approved specific‑use permits for Ace Bail Bond Company at 1906 Ave K and for DKM Land Holdings at 2903 Hwy 90 W. Council cancelled the December 22, 2025 regular meeting and adopted a cost‑sharing spay/neuter program with a 50/50 resident‑city split.

• Approved Resolution ED 5‑25 authorizing $105,000 lift‑fund loan (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1311‑11‑25 granting specific‑use permit to Ace Bail Bond Co. at 1906 Ave K (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1312‑11‑25 granting specific‑use permit to DKM Land Holdings at 2903 Hwy 90 W (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of Dec 22, 2025 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted cost‑sharing spay/neuter program with 50/50 resident‑city split and trap‑and‑release component (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mrs. Polly Edlund to Medina County 9‑1‑1 Emergency Communications District Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 470‑25 canvassing official results of Nov 4, 2025 charter amendment election (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will review financial reports and airport status updates. The board will discuss facility improvements and new business regarding hangar drainage.

• Runway 17R-35L closure and 17L-35R improvements
• Electric gate upgrades
• AAM initiatives for SAT meeting
• T-Hangar slot drains
• YTD financial and fuel sales reports

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations, review minutes, and consider policy changes. The board will also discuss officer elections and upcoming events like Dia.

• Approval of September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Library operations report for Q3 2025
• Discussion and potential election of officers
• Review of the Public Library Advisory Handbook
• Discussion of Dia event and Bookmobile details

City Council

The City Council will discuss a loan project for the Small Business Development Program and a rezoning request for land owned by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. The body will also consider technical assistance for city water and wastewater systems.

• Resolution No. ED 5-25: $105,000 expenditure to LiftFund for 0% interest loan project
• Ordinance No. 1310-10-25: Rezoning 3.10 acres owned by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church from R-2 to CBD
• Resolution to enter letter of engagement with Water Finance Exchange (WFX) for water and wastewater technical assistance

The council approved Ordinance No. 1310-10-25, rezoning roughly 3.10 acres owned by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church from residential (R-2) to Central Business District. A resolution to engage Water Finance Exchange for water system technical assistance was also approved unanimously. No action was taken on Resolution ED 5-25 for a $105,000 lift‑fund loan, pending a required second reading.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1310-10-25 rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Water Finance Exchange engagement (unanimous)
• No action taken on Resolution ED 5-25 authorizing $105,000 lift‑fund loan (statute requires second reading)

Boards & Commissions

The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will review financial reports and airport status updates. The board is discussing facility improvements and operational updates to make recommendations to the City Council.

• Runway 17R-35L closure and 17L-35R improvements
• Electric gate upgrades
• AAM initiatives for SAT meeting
• T-Hangar slot drains
• Year-to-date financial and fuel sales reports

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests. One seeks to allow a pole sign on a property with less than 200 feet of frontage. The other seeks to allow portable storage sheds on a residential lot.

• Variance for pole sign at 101 19th Street (Blue Wave Express Car Wash)
• Variance for portable storage sheds at 1107 23rd Street and Avenue L
• Executive session for attorney consultation, real property, and personnel matters

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on two specific use permit requests: a bail bonds office and a commercial paving and construction headquarters. The public may submit comments via email prior to the meeting.

• Specific Use Permit for bail bonds office at 1906 Ave K
• Specific Use Permit for commercial paving headquarters at 2903 Hwy 90 W
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Executive session for attorney consultations and real property deliberations

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider an expenditure for a 0% interest loan project. The board will also review appraisal quotes for five specific parcels of land.

• Resolution ED 5-25: $105,000 expenditure to Lift Fund for 0% interest loan project
• Appraisal quotes for parcels 16427, 16428, 16435, 16436, and 16438

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the Unified Development Code and adopting current International Code Council (ICC) codes. The body is also considering the purchase of four police vehicles and a rezoning request for St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

• Purchase of four 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles using grant funds and the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Public hearing for rezoning St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church from Residential-R2 to CBD
• Proposed Ordinance No. 1309-10-25 to establish the R-4 residential zoning district
• Resolution No. 466-25 for the temporary closure of FM 462 (Avenue M) on November 22, 2025
• Sole source procurement of a SCADA system from Data Flow Systems, LLC

The council unanimously approved a three‑year lease for a SCADA system to monitor the water system, authorizing up to $286,607. It also adopted a new R‑4 residential zoning district and approved several police vehicle purchases. Additional approvals included a temporary road closure for the city parade and a nomination for the Medina Central Appraisal District board. No action was taken on a rezoning request for St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church or on adopting new ICC codes.

• Approved SCADA system lease up to $286,607 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1309-10-25 creating R‑4 residential zoning district (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles with grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle with grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle funded from FY 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 466-25 authorizing temporary closure of Farm‑to‑Market Road 462 for parade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 468-25 nominating a candidate for the Medina Central Appraisal District board (unanimous)
• No action taken on rezoning request for St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (City Attorney request)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations and accreditation status. The board is scheduled to elect officers and review the policy schedule and new member training.

• Election of board officers
• Review of Library Operations Report including October calendar and accreditation status
• Discussion of new member training via the Public Library Advisory Handbook
• Discussion of Policy Review Schedule
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 22 and August 26, 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss the creation of a new zoning district for manufactured homes and review the City of Hondo 2040 Vision Statement. The body is also considering several service contracts and the purchase of a 2025 GMC 1500 truck for the Public Works Water Division.

• Public hearing on creating R4 - Residential 4 zoning district for manufactured homes
• Consideration of the City of Hondo 2040 Vision Statement
• Proposed purchase of a 2025 GMC 1500 truck for Public Works Water Division
• Agreement with S.O.S. Water Solutions for lead and copper service line verification
• Master agreement with i3 Software and Services LLC for municipal court payment software

The City Council unanimously approved the renewal option for the TXN Depository Bank contract, the 2040 Vision Statement, and an amendment to the Freese & Nichols agreement for the stormwater master plan. It also approved the purchase of a GMC 1500 truck for $42,358.75, a lead and copper service line verification agreement up to $67,500, and a master software agreement with i3 Software. The proposed R4 residential zoning district was discussed, but no action was taken and staff were directed to revise the proposal.

• Approved one-year renewal option of TXN Depository Bank contract (unanimous)
• Approved City of Hondo 2040 Vision Statement (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Freese & Nichols agreement for FEMA stormwater plan (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 2025 GMC 1500 truck for $42,358.75 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with S.O.S. Water Solutions for lead/copper verification up to $67,500 (unanimous)
• Postponed action on R4 residential zoning district; staff to revise proposal
• Authorized master agreement with i3 Software for municipal court payment and collections (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on creating a new residential zoning district and updating building codes. The body will also review plat requests and a rezoning application for St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

• Proposed creation of R4 - Residential 4 zoning district for manufactured homes
• Public hearing on adopting 2024 ICC Building and Related Codes to replace 2015 editions
• Rezoning request from St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church from Residential-R2 to CBD
• Preliminary plat request from Kevin Gear of Gear Construction to create 10 lots on 3.696 acres
• Preliminary plat request from St. John Evangelist Catholic Church to convert 18 lots into 2 lots

City Council

The Hondo City Council will meet to approve agreements for airport ramp grants and interlocal agreements with the South Central Planning and Development Commission. The council will also consider an ordinance amending business regulations regarding sales in city facilities and an amendment to an interlocal agreement with Hondo ISD.

• Authorize City Manager to execute Airport FY2026 Ramp Grant Agreement with TXDOT Aviation
• Authorize City Manager to enter into License Agreement with Shift-S3ctor for 2026 Airstrip Attack Season
• Authorize Chief of Police to enter into MOU regarding evidence transportation with DPS Crime Lab
• Consider Ordinance No 1308-09-25 amending business regulations for sales in city facilities
• Consider Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Hondo ISD for SRO compensation

The council approved several items on the consent agenda, including an airport grant agreement, a license for the 2026 Airstrip Attack season, a police evidence‑transport MOU, a library board appointment, and an amendment to the interlocal agreement for school resource officer compensation. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 1308‑09‑25, updating business‑regulation provisions, and authorized an interlocal agreement with the South Central Planning and Development Commission for permitting software. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Airport FY2026 RAMP Grant Agreement with TxDOT Aviation (unanimous)
• Approved License Agreement with Shift‑Sector, LLC for 2026 Airstrip Attack season (unanimous)
• Approved MOU on evidence transport among Medina County Sheriff, Castroville PD, Medina Valley ISD PD, and Hondo PD (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Olivia Stone to Library Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Hondo ISD to increase SRO compensation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1308‑09‑25 amending business regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with South Central Planning and Development Commission for permitting software (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to elect board officers and discuss new member training. The board will also review the policy review schedule and receive a library operations report.

• Election of board officers
• Discussion of new member training via the Public Library Advisory Handbook
• Review of the Policy Review Schedule
• Library operations report including September calendar and events

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider action on the annual budget and property tax rate for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also discuss city fee updates and several service agreements.

• Proposed property tax rate of $0.4800 per $100.00 valuation for 2025-2026
• Adoption of the annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026
• Amendments to the city fee schedule to reflect new, increased, or deleted fees
• Water tank maintenance agreement with Utility Service Co., Inc.
• Purchase of a tractor for the Parks Department from the General Fund

The council unanimously approved the 2025‑2026 budget, adopted a $0.48 per $100 ad valorem tax rate (a 2.63% increase), and authorized a water‑tank maintenance agreement with Utility Service Co. It also approved updates to the fee schedule, a new lease with Southwest Family Life Centers, a Parks Department tractor purchase up to $49,000, and the City Manager’s employment contract.

• Approved Resolution No. 462-25 authorizing water‑tank maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1305-08-25 approving FY 2025‑2026 budget and sinking‑fund appropriations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1306-08-25 setting ad valorem tax rate $0.48 per $100 (2.63% increase) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1307-08-25 amending the fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 465-25 ratifying the property tax rate increase (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute new lease with Southwest Family Life Centers, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of a Parks Department tractor not to exceed $49,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute City Manager employment agreement (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will review Q3 financials and consider several funding requests. The board will decide on expenditures for business empowerment, education, and community sponsorships.

• LiftFund Small Business Empowerment Program: $105,000
• INCubatoredu Shadow Year Subscription Fee: $5,000
• Charitable contribution to Meals on Wheels: $1,200
• HDBA Oktoberfest Sponsorship: $1,000
• EDC Christmas Card Display: $300

Boards & Commissions

The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet to review financial reports and the proposed FY26 budget. The board will also receive status updates on land sales and runway improvements.

• Proposed FY26 Budget with ACIP's
• Status update on 100.763 acres sale
• Runway 17R-35L closure and improvements
• Electric Gate Upgrades
• T-Hangar WI Fl/Camera

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the creation of a new Residential 4 (R-4) zoning district. The body will also discuss auto repair facilities located in residential neighborhoods.

• Discussion of creating a new R-4 (Residential 4) zoning district
• Discussion of auto repair facilities in residential neighborhoods

City Council

The council unanimously accepted the resignation of Council Member Joe Claire from Place 2. It also unanimously approved Resolution No. 464-25, ordering a special election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 to fill the Place 2 vacancy. Both motions were adopted without opposition.

• Accepted Council Member Joe Claire's resignation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 464-25 ordering special election Nov 4 2025 for Place 2 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2026 budget and discuss setting the property tax rate. The body will also consider agreements for water tank maintenance and a new residential subdivision.

• Public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Discussion on setting the proposed property tax rate
• Ordinance No. 1304-08-25 to remove library fines for books, audiobooks, and videos
• Resolution No. 462-25 for a water tank maintenance agreement with Utility Service Co., Inc.
• Proposed development agreement for Hondo Creek Farms residential subdivision in the ETJ

The City Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items, including July minutes, the 3rd quarter financial and investment reports, a HOME program contractor award, and a library fee schedule amendment. Council members voted to set a $0.48 property tax rate and schedule a public hearing for August 25, 2025. A 4‑1 vote authorized the City Manager to begin negotiations for the proposed Hondo Creek Farms residential subdivision. The Council also unanimously directed legal counsel to draft an amended employment agreement for the City Manager.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 6‑11 (unanimous) – July minutes, financial reports, HOME program award, library fee amendment
• Approved $0.48 property tax rate and set public hearing for Aug 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to initiate negotiations for Hondo Creek Farms subdivision (4‑1)
• Directed legal counsel to prepare amended employment agreement for City Manager (unanimous)
• Postponed action on water tank maintenance agreement (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss calling a special election on November 4, 2025, regarding amendments to the City of Hondo Home Rule Charter. The body will also consider awarding professional service contracts to engineering firms.

• Resolution No. 460-25: Calling a special election on November 4, 2025, for Home Rule Charter amendments
• Resolution No. 461-25: Selecting and awarding professional service contracts to engineering firms
• Approval of appointments to boards and commissions
• Approval of June 9 and June 23, 2025, meeting minutes

The City Council unanimously approved the June 9 and June 23, 2025 council minutes and appointed members to the Library Advisory Board. It also approved Resolution No. 460-25, calling a special election on November 4, 2025 to consider charter amendments. Additionally, the council approved Resolution No. 461-25, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute engineering service contracts.

• Approved June 9, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Library Advisory Board appointments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 460-25 calling special election Nov 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 461-25 awarding engineering service contracts (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations and review performance reports. The board will consider approving minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting and discuss a Dia Event.

• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Quarterly Reports for April-June 2025
• Review of Long Range Report
• Summer Reading Report 2025
• Discussion and consideration of Dia Event

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider a funding request from the Hondo Downtown Business Assoc. The board will also discuss the LiftFund Small Business Empowerment Program.

• Funding request from Hondo Downtown Business Assoc. presented by President Joe Claire
• Discussion of LiftFund Small Business Empowerment Program
• Sales Tax Budget Report

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special budget workshop. Members will discuss the proposed budget and the property tax rate for fiscal year 2025/2026.

• Discussion of FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget
• Discussion of FY 2025/2026 Property Tax Rate

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2025/2026 budget. The body will also discuss the property tax rate for FY 2025/2026.

• Discussion of FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget
• Discussion of FY 2025/2026 Property Tax Rate

City Council

The City Council will consider several aviation and water infrastructure resolutions, including a water well project and airport property release. The body will also discuss increasing the number of school resource officers for Hondo ISD and proposed amendments to the Home Rule Charter.

• Resolution No. 458-25: FAA deed of release for approximately 100.763 acres at South Texas Regional Airport
• Resolution No. 459-25: Acceptance of Spatz Water Well Project by RL Jones, LP
• Authorization of lease agreements for 362.021 acre-feet per annum of Edwards Aquifer water rights
• Amendment to interlocal agreement with Hondo ISD for two additional school resource officers
• Request from Hondo Downtown Business Association for 2026 hotel occupancy tax funds

The council unanimously approved several resolutions supporting advanced air mobility, FAA property release, and a water well project. It authorized the city manager to lease airport water rights—150 acre‑feet to Constanzo Farms for $15,000 and 212 acre‑feet to William Lamon for $16,112. The council also approved a $2,355.25 lease for golf carts at the Hondo Golf Course for 49 months. Two additional school resource officers were approved, board appointments were confirmed, and a request for 2026 hotel occupancy tax funds was tabled for future discussion.

• Approved Resolution 457‑25 supporting advanced air mobility at South Texas Regional Airport (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 458‑25 accepting FAA deed releasing ~100.763 acres of airport property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 459‑25 accepting Spatz Water Well Project (unanimous)
• Approved appointments: Planning & Zoning Commission – Brendon Lowe; Airport Advisory Board – Robert Richter; Library Advisory Board – Susan Freeman, Ashley Corral (unanimous)
• Authorized lease of airport water rights: 150 AF to Constanzo Farms for $15,000 and 212 AF to William Lamon for $16,112 (unanimous)
• Authorized lease of golf carts for $2,355.25 for 49 months at Hondo Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved addition of two School Resource Officers and amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Hondo ISD (unanimous)
• No action taken on 2026 hotel occupancy tax fund request; to be discussed in future budget workshops

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting bids and authorizing the sale of three specific land tracts. The body will also consider a resolution to apply for a Texas Department of Transportation project grant.

• Resolution No. 456-25 regarding the 2025 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA) call for projects
• RFB #25-002: Sale of a 6.0 Acre Tract of land
• RFB #25-003: Sale of a 20.373 Acre Tract of land
• RFB #25-004: Sale of a 35.86 Acre Tract of land

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 28 and May 12 meetings and adopted Resolution 456-25 supporting the city's application to the Texas DOT Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside. Council members also unanimously accepted the sole bid from D.R. Horton Builders to sell three city tracts for a total of $1,244,200 and authorized the City Manager to negotiate the sale contract. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m.

• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 456-25 supporting TX DOT TA application (unanimous)
• Accepted bids for RFB #25-002, #25-003, #25-004 totaling $1,244,200 and authorized City Manager to negotiate sale (unanimous)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-2026 budget. The board will also consider an expenditure for airport signage and discuss the future of local aviation.

• Public hearing for 2025-2026 Budget
• Proposed expenditure of $29,442 for STRA Sign
• Discussion on 'The Future of Hondo Aviation' with Jon Maynard
• Discussion on 'A Vision for Hondo Entrepreneurs — INCubatoredu'
• Approval of Q1 2025 financials

Boards & Commissions

The South Texas Regional Airport Advisory Board will discuss facility improvements and future development. The board will review financial reports and a Social Amenity Assessment Report from eNGAGE Solutions Group.

• Proposed Solar Farm
• Proposed Hangar Development
• Municipal Golf Course Development
• 100.763 acres Release
• Hangar Rate Study tenant feedback

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to Mayor John Mcanelly and Council Member Makenna Lange. The body will also consider agreements for a solar energy feasibility study and a potable water reservation.

• Agreement with Holisus LLC for a solar and/or battery energy storage system feasibility study
• Contract with Nueces River Authority for potable water reservation and diversion
• Resolution No. 455-25 for a police department catalytic converter grant application
• Proposed amendments to the Home Rule Charter
• Discussion on making the Hondo Public Library a fine-free library

The council elected Jose “Porky” Ytuarte as Mayor Pro Tem by a unanimous vote. It approved Resolution 455-25, authorizing a $53,184 application for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority grant with a 20% city match. The council also approved the consent agenda item appointing Anthony Sittre to the Planning & Zoning board. Certificates of election and oaths of office were issued to Mayor John McAnelly and Council Member‑elect Makenna Lange.

• Elected Jose “Porky” Ytuarte as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 455-25 authorizing $53,184 police grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda item 13 appointing Anthony Sittre to Planning & Zoning board (unanimous)
• Issued certificate of election to Mayor John McAnelly
• Issued certificate of election to Council Member‑elect Makenna Lange
• Administered oath of office to Mayor John McAnelly
• Administered oath of office to Council Member‑elect Makenna Lange

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting, review quarterly reports, and plan for summer reading and Dia events. The board cannot take action on items not on the agenda.

• Approval of March 25, 2024 Library Advisory Board minutes
• Library Operations Report (Quarterly Reports Jan-Mar 2025)
• Planning for Summer Reading Program
• Planning for Dia Event
• Public Comments (3 minutes per speaker)

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for May 26, 2025, has been cancelled. This document serves as the official notice of cancellation.

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss the City of Hondo's governing charter. The body will consider recommendations for amendments to the charter's articles and sections, starting with Article 1.

• Approval of April 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of proposed amendments to Home Rule Charter articles and sections

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve Q1 2025 financials, review the 2025-2026 budget, and consider a facade improvement grant expansion. A request for Oktoberfest funds was withdrawn.

• Approval of Q1 2025 Financials
• 2025-2026 Budget Review
• Facade Improvement Grant Expansion
• Withdrawn request for Oktoberfest 2025 Funds
• Executive Session authorized under Texas Open Meetings Act

City Council

The City Council will review second quarter financial and investment reports and consider amendments to the 2024-2025 annual budget. The body will also discuss specific use permits for a country bar and an auto service body and paint repair shop.

• Ordinance No. 1301-05-25: Amendments to the 2024-2025 adopted annual budget
• Ordinance No. 1302-05-25: Specific use permit for an auto service body and paint repair shop
• Ordinance No. 1303-05-25: Specific use permit for a country bar
• Purchase of tactical equipment for Hondo Police Department using Operation Lone Star grant funds
• Authorization to purchase and install lighting at the Hondo Sports Complex soccer fields

The Hondo City Council unanimously approved the 2nd quarter financial and investment reports. It also approved several ordinances, a police tactical‑equipment purchase of $89,675.51, and a $250,000 lighting project for the Hondo Sports Complex soccer fields. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 2nd quarter financial report (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd quarter investment report (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1301-05-25 (budget amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1302-05-25 (auto service body and paint repair shop permit) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1303-05-25 (country bar permit) (unanimous)
• Authorized police chief to purchase tactical equipment $89,675.51 (unanimous)
• Authorized city manager to purchase and install soccer field lighting $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 454-25 canvassing election results (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss amendments to the city charter and accept previous meeting minutes. The body will also set the agenda for its next meeting.

• Accept minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting
• Review recommendations for charter amendments
• Discuss items for next meeting agenda

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The commission discussed recommendations to amend the charter, noting that City Attorney Mike McCann will research state law on allowing non‑city members on boards and commissions and that the issue will be revisited at the next meeting. City Secretary Rebekah Dolph us reported a timeline for the Comprehensive Master Plan from Development Services Manager Uche Echeozo.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Hondo City Council will discuss a new residential zoning district, a land division request, a specific use permit for a country bar, and the purchase of sports field lighting. The meeting will also cover appointments and the approval of previous council minutes.

• Consideration of a new R4 residential zoning district
• Preliminary plat request to divide 2 lots into 7 at 1007 & 1009 Avenue M
• Specific use permit request for a country bar at 1703 19th Street
• Discussion to purchase and install lighting at the Hondo Sports Complex
• Approval of April 14, 2025 regular council minutes

The City Council approved the April 14, 2025 council minutes and appointed members to the Cemetery Advisory Board and Planning & Zoning Commission, all by unanimous vote. The council also approved a specific use permit for Rick Virani's country bar at 1703 19" Street, requiring on‑site security such as police officers or security guards. The proposal to create a new R4 Residential‑4 zoning district was tabled for future discussion. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 14, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointments: Linda Cipriano and Patricia Mares to Cemetery Advisory Board; Matt Hansen to Planning & Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Rick Virani's country bar with security conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled creation of new R4 Residential‑4 zoning district (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Airport Advisory Board will review financial reports and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The board will also discuss proposed changes to an Air Force agreement and various airport development projects.

• Review and approve minutes from February 19, 2025
• Review YTD financials and fuel sales
• Discuss proposed changes to Air Force RAND2A MOA
• Review status of Apron Rehab and Land Release (100.763)
• Discuss Land Sales Request for Bids

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review quarterly and long-range operations reports. The board will also discuss planning for the Summer Reading Program and other community events.

• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of January-March 2025 quarterly reports
• Planning for FIESTA Texas
• Planning for Summer Reading Program
• Planning for Dia Event

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a new zoning district and two specific property requests. The body will discuss creating an R4 - Residential 4 district to allow manufactured homes. Other items include a plat request and a specific use permit for a business.

• Proposal to create R4 - Residential 4 zoning district for manufactured homes
• Preliminary plat request from Brighter Door LLC to convert 2 lots into 7 lots at 1007 & 1009 Avenue M
• Specific use permit request from Rick Virani for a country bar at 1703 19th Street
• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider several funding requests and a lease agreement. The board will also review meeting minutes and receive reports from the Executive Director.

• Resolution ED 2-25 for transfer of $10,000 in Microsoft funds to HISD
• Request for $35,000 in Chamber of Commerce Funds
• Request for $1,500 in Oktoberfest 2025 Funds
• Presentation and adoption of STRA Lease Agreement

City Council

The City Council will discuss the potential sale of real property located north of the intersection of Spatz and Castro Ave. The body is also considering a response to CenterPoint Energy's request to increase rates and a grant application for a fitness court.

• Possible authorization to sell a 192.02 Acre Tract of land north of Spatz and Castro Ave
• Resolution No. 453-25 regarding CenterPoint Energy rate increases and joining the Alliance of Centerpoint Municipalities
• Action to apply for a National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court grant
• Approval of March 10 and March 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointments to boards and commissions

The council unanimously approved Resolution No. 453-25 responding to Centerpoint Energy's rate increase request and joining the Alliance of Centerpoint Municipalities. It also cancelled the May 26, 2025 council meeting, authorized the city manager to apply for a National Fitness Campaign grant, and authorized the start of a sale process for a 192.02‑acre property north of Spatz and Castro. Additionally, the March 10 and March 24 council minutes and several board appointments were approved.

• Approved March 10, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimously)
• Approved March 24, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution No. 453-25 on Centerpoint Energy rate application (unanimously)
• Approved appointment of Angela Gonzales to Animal Care Services Advisory Board (unanimously)
• Cancelled May 26, 2025 City Council meeting (unanimously)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court Grant (unanimously)
• Authorized City Manager to begin sale process for 192.02‑acre property north of Spatz and Castro (unanimously)

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and take action on recommendations for amendments to the city's charter. The review will begin with Article 1 and proceed numerically through the remaining articles.

• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and action on recommendations for amendments to the Home Rule Charter starting with Article 1

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It added 30 days to the filing‑for‑office requirement in Section 5.02(2)(G). It changed the recall‑election result period in Section 6.10 from two years to three years. It adopted a new provision allowing board and commission members to serve three‑year terms before terming out and tasked the city attorney with related language reviews.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Added 30 days to Section 5.02(2)(G) (unanimous)
• Changed Section 6.10 to 3 years and 30 days (unanimous)
• Added three‑year term limit for board and commission members (unanimous)
• City Attorney to review state law on non‑resident board members (assigned)
• Attorney to clean up language in Section 11.01 (assigned)
• Attorney to clean up language in Section 11.04 (assigned)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review library operations and a loading dock project. The board will also consider changes to library fines and the Dia Event.

• Presentation and discussion of loading dock project
• Discussion of changes to library fines and a letter to council
• Discussion of changes to Dia Event
• Presentation of check from Dia Event to Bluebonnet Children’s Advocacy Center
• Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss and consider action on the annual comprehensive financial audit report for fiscal year 2024. The body will also consider a resolution regarding property acquisition by the Medina Central Appraisal District.

• Approval of the annual comprehensive financial audit report for fiscal year 2024
• Resolution No. 452-25 regarding property acquisition by Medina Central Appraisal District
• Announcement for Envision 2040 community meeting on March 26, 2025

The council voted unanimously to approve the Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2024. They also unanimously approved Resolution No. 452-25, which authorizes the acquisition of property by the Medina Central Appraisal District. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report for FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 452-25 for Medina Central Appraisal District property acquisition (unanimous)

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider funding requests and lease agreements. The board will also receive presentations on the Connect Platform and airport signage.

• Resolution ED 2-25 for $10,000 in Microsoft funds to HISD CTE Program
• Summer Music Series funding of $5,470
• Adoption of STRA Lease Agreement
• Presentation of Connect Platform by Justin McKenzie
• Review of STRA signage and EDC participation

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and take action on recommendations for amendments to the city's charter. The review will proceed numerically through the articles and sections of the charter.

• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and action on recommendations for amendments to the Home Rule Charter starting with Article 1

The commission approved holding the budget public hearing at the start of the City Council meeting, passing 9-1. It also approved amending the charter language in Section 6.01 by changing "appropriation" to "appropriating" unanimously. Several motions to modify charter sections were rejected, including a proposal to remove paragraph 3 in Section 3.01 and a request to post audits on the city website. The minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to remove paragraph 3 in Section 3.01 failed (2-8)
• Motion to delete 4.01(5)(B) failed (no second)
• Amended Section 6.01 wording to "appropriating" (unanimous)
• Approved holding Budget Public Hearing before budget adoption (9-1)
• Motion to require audits posted on city website failed (2-8)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding registered sex offender restrictions and a grant application for downtown revitalization. The body will also consider contracts for an airport sign and a storage tank project change order.

• Ordinance No. 1300-03-25 creating restrictions related to registered sex offenders
• Resolution No. 450-25 for a Texas Community Development Block Grant application for the Downtown Revitalization Program
• Contract with Keller Signs, LLC for the airport monument sign
• Resolution No. 451-25 for the Downtown Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project change order
• Appointment of Mayor John Mcanelly Jr. and City Manager John Naron to the Medina County Regional Water Alliance Board

Boards & Commissions

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a workshop to discuss matters related to the Parks & Recreation Department. City Manager John Naron will lead a discussion regarding the City of Hondo Parks Master Plan.

• Discussion of the City of Hondo Parks Master Plan

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and consider approving minutes from a previous meeting, changes to Dia Event and library fines, and review upcoming library operations.

• Approve minutes from February 04, 2025 meeting
• Discuss changes to Dia Event
• Discuss changes to library fines
• Review March Calendar and upcoming Library Events
• Public Comments (3 minutes per speaker)

City Council

The Hondo City Council will consider approving the first quarter financial and investment reports for FY 2025, replacing an emergency alert siren, and authorizing a contract with Holbrook Asphalt LLC. The council will also discuss awarding a bid for an airport monument sign and a change order for a downtown ground storage tank rehabilitation project.

• Approval of 1st Quarter Financial and Investment Reports for FY 2025
• Replacement of Emergency Alert Siren near Ave Z
• Authorization to sign HA5 Agreement with Holbrook Asphalt LLC
• Awarding RFP #24-003 for Airport Monument Sign Project
• Committing matching funds for CDBG Downtown Revitalization Program

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will review first-quarter financials and a City Shared Services Agreement. The board will also consider the lease or purchase of real property during an executive session.

• Approval of Q1 Financials
• Presentation of City Shared Services Agreement
• Action on lease and/or purchase of real property for EDC
• Discussion of 2025-2026 Budget Meeting date

Boards & Commissions

The Airport Advisory Board will review financial reports and minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also discuss the status of various airport projects, including runway closures and land releases.

• Review and Approve Minutes of December 18, 2024 meeting
• Review YTD Financials and YTD Fuel Sales
• Status Updates: Hwy 90 & Castro Airport Sign, Hangar Rates Study, Apron Rehab Repair Timeline, Land Release Status (100.763 acres), Runway 17R-35L Closure
• New Business: Solar Farm Proposal, Airport Property RFB (6.0 acres, 20.373 acres, 35.86 acres), RAMP Grant, Airport Cleanup, Airport Grant Opportunities, Federal Funding Shutdowns

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss potential amendments to the city's charter, starting with Article 1. The body will also consider the creation of subcommittees and approve minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting.

• Recommendations to City Council on amendments to Home Rule Charter articles and sections
• Possible action on creating subcommittees
• Acceptance of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing the City Manager to begin the sale process for three tracts of real property. The body will also consider five grant applications for the Hondo Police Department and review the 2024 annual racial profile report.

• Possible sale of a 6.0 acre tract, a 20.373 acre tract, and a 35.86 acre tract of land
• Grant applications for Operation Lone Star, Rifle-Resistant Body Armor, Project Safe Neighborhoods, Body-Worn Camera, and Criminal Justice Assistance programs
• Presentation of the Hondo Police Department 2024 Annual Racial Profile Report
• Appointments to boards and commissions
• Recognition of National FFA Week

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from October 2024 and discuss library operations, including a review of a long-range plan and a potential change to fine removal policies.

• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Library Operations Report for Q4 2024
• Discussion on removal of library fines
• Review of long-range library facilities plan
• Public comments on agenda items

Boards & Commissions

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a workshop to discuss matters related to the Parks & Recreation Department. City Manager John Naron will lead a discussion on the City of Hondo Parks Master Plan.

• Discussion of the City of Hondo Parks Master Plan

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Public Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from October 2024 and discuss library operations, including a review of a long-range plan and the removal of fines.

• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Library Operations Report (Quarterly and Long Range)
• Discussion regarding the removal of fines
• Review of February calendar and upcoming events
• Public comments on agenda items

Boards & Commissions

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet to establish its leadership and operational timeline. The body will discuss the process for reviewing the city's charter and determine next steps after the review is complete.

• Nomination and appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Establishment of review process and timeline
• Determination of future meeting dates
• Discussion of general issues with the Home Rule Charter

Boards & Commissions

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for a specific use permit and a rezoning request. The body will discuss and consider action on these items to determine if they proceed to the City Council.

• Specific use permit request from Joe Ruiz Sr. for an automotive paint and body repair facility at 2303 19th Street
• Rezoning Request No. 002-24 to change land from Residential-R2 to Residential-R3 between Avenue P to Avenue U and 14th Street to 18th Street
• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Hondo City Council will meet to discuss a specific use permit for an auto repair facility, a residential zoning change, and airport improvements including runway closures and a new monument sign.

• Specific Use Permit for auto repair facility at 2303 19th Street
• Rezoning request from R2 to R3 on land between Avenue P and U
• Task order with KSA Engineers for runway 17L-35R improvements
• Easement agreement with Holland and Lee Properties for airport sign
• 2025 HA5 street preservation plan and speed bumps on 22nd Street

Boards & Commissions

The Hondo Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider actions regarding a Business Incubator Program and an Academic Jump Start Program. The board will also discuss a strategy for downtown storefronts and development.

• Business Incubator Program- Justin McKenzie (Das Greenhaus)
• Academic Jump Start Program
• Downtown Storefront & Development Strategy
• Approval of December 19th, 2024 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Hondo City Council will discuss and vote on purchasing two police vehicles and shelving for the public library. The body will also approve the city's participation in a regional water alliance and set up polling locations for the upcoming general election.

• Approval of 2024 City Council minutes
• Joining Medina County Regional Water Alliance
• Setting up polling places for May 3, 2025 election
• Purchase of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs
• Purchase of shelving for Hondo Public Library