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MissionTX averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$160,800 Typical home value $219,583 -0.9% yr/yr · +24.9% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$121.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$104.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$56.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$34.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,216 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025722 housing units ($112.9M)
Upcoming
Mon Oct 5, 2026
Notice of Potential Quorum
Mission City Council may attend Native Plants Ad HOC Committee meeting Oct. 5
This is a notice that a quorum of the Mission City Council may be present at a Native Plants Ad HOC Committee meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street. It is not a regularly scheduled Council meeting, and the notice states the Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed and no meeting minutes will be kept. The notice was posted September 29, 2026 by City Secretary Anna Carrillo in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Notice of potential quorum only — no Council action will be taken
- Native Plants Ad HOC Committee meeting, Oct. 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
- Location: Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572
- No meeting minutes will be kept
- Posted Sept. 29, 2026 by City Secretary Anna Carrillo under Chapter 551, Texas Government Code
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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM
MISSION CITY HALL
OCTOBER 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM
NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM
OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL
MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be
present on Monday, October 05, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community
Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee
Meeting.
This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is
being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the
City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed.
There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 29th day of September,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Mon Oct 5, 2026
Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee
Mission Native Plants committee to weigh amended Nativescapes guidelines and application
The Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee of the City of Mission, Texas meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street. The agenda lists two public hearing items: discussion and possible adoption of amended guidelines for Nativescapes Properties and an amended application for Nativescapes Properties. Routine items include calling the meeting to order, establishing a quorum, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and citizens participation. No dollar amounts, contracts, or specific program changes are stated in the agenda text.
- Public hearing on amended Guidelines for Nativescapes Properties
- Public hearing on amended application for Nativescapes Properties
- Citizens participation period
- Meeting posted September 29, 2026 by City Secretary Anna Carrillo; agenda signed by Planning Director Xavier Cervantes
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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE
MISSION CITY HALL
OCTOBER 05, 2026 at 12:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC Committee
of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:00
p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the following matters:
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1
Discussion and consideration of adoption of Amended Guidelines for Nativescapes Properties
2
Discussion and consideration of adoption of Amended application for Nativescapes Properties
ADJOURNMENT
Signed this the 29th day of September, 2026
_______________________________
Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 29th day of September,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled
date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
_______________________
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for
accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the City
Secretary …
Tue Oct 6, 2026
City Council Workshop Meeting
Mission council to weigh alcohol permits, road contracts and AI policy
The Mission City Council holds a workshop on October 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, to discuss items including Mission Event Center rental rates and questions on the October 13 regular meeting agenda. The agenda also lists public hearings on three conditional use permits for alcohol sales and electric vehicle charging, plus zoning ordinance amendments, and possible action on several contracts, grants and policies. Most items are listed for discussion and possible action; no decisions are recorded in this notice.
- Public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sale and on-site consumption for The Drunken Chicken Restaurant at 523 N. Conway Avenue, Suites 1 & 2
- Public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a bar named Mala Fama Restaurant Bar at 1512 E. Expressway 83, Suites 108 and 109
- Public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for four electric vehicle charging ports at 2410 E. Expressway 83
- Variance request for a 100-foot pylon sign for the Circle K gas station at 1601 E. Military Road (F.M. 1016)
- Proposed awards: Hoerner Street Project to Elite Grading and Paving, LLC for a total contract amount of $781,676.78, and Change Orders #1 & #2 for Taylor Road Phase II in the amount of $164,126.00
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
OCTOBER 06, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, October 06, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion regarding Mission Event Center Rental Rates - A. Lerma
2. Present questions to staff relating to the October 13, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to
be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia
PRESENTATIONS
1. Mission Historical Museum Día de los Muertos Festival and presentation of Día de
los Mue …
Wed Oct 7, 2026
Planning and Zoning Commission
Mission P&Z to hear rezoning at US 83 and Holland Ave plus four other land requests
The Mission Planning and Zoning Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street. The commission will consider two subdivision plat approvals and hold public hearings on one rezoning request and three conditional use permits. A previously tabled rezoning at 3004 Harmony Lane is listed under unfinished business.
- Plat approval for Las Palmas at Bentsen Palm Phase II, a 13.711-acre private subdivision on the west side of S. Inspiration Road about 4,400 feet south of Mile 1 S. Road (developer: Rhodes Enterprises, Inc.)
- Plat approval for Remanso Subdivision, a 3.91-acre tract on the south side of Mile 2 South Road about 150 feet west of Shary Road (developer: Retama Investments, LLC)
- Public hearing on rezoning 0.19 acres at the northwest corner of U.S. Expressway 83 and Holland Avenue from C-1 Office Building to C-2 Neighborhood Commercial (applicant: Jeronimo Villalobos dba Villalobos Commercial Rentals LLC)
- Public hearings on conditional use permits: a licensed child care home at 905 W. 20th Street; a restaurant with alcohol sales and late hours at 1508 E. Expressway 83; and a bar, Rustic Leaf Gentlemen's Spa & Cigar Lounge, with alcohol sales at 2100 E. Griffin Parkway
- Tabled rezoning from R-1 single-family to R-2 duplex-fourplex for the north 49 feet of Lot 34, Johnson City Subdivision, 3004 Harmony Lane, Unit A (applicant: Cristina De Mara dba Kirby Homes RGV, LLC)
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MISSION CITY HALL
OCTOBER 07, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October
7, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting,
the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence,
consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any
other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may take action on any
subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for
the convenience of the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4
Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - September 16, 2026
PLAT APPROVAL
5
Discussion and possible action on matters related to a Plat Approval Subject to Conditions
for the proposed Las Palmas at Bentsen Palm Phase II Subdivision (Private Subdivision), a
tract of land containing 13.711 acres of land being a part or portion out of the South end of
Porcion 52, located along the West side of S. Inspiration Road approximately 4,400 feet South
of Mile 1 S. Road. Developer: Rhodes Enterprises, Inc., Engineer: Melden & Hunt, Inc.
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Discussion and poss …
Tue Oct 13, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Tue Oct 20, 2026
City Council Workshop Meeting
Tue Oct 27, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 1, 2026
Notice of Potential Quorum
City Council may attend Native Plants Committee meeting, no action
This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular council meeting. A quorum of the Mission City Council may be present at the Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting on August 24, 2026, but no formal action will be taken and no minutes will be kept.
- Potential quorum of City Council at Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting
- No formal action to be taken
- No meeting minutes to be kept
- Meeting at Mission City Hall Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street
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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM
OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL
MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be
present on Monday, August 24, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community
Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee
Meeting.
This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is
being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the
City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed.
There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Sep 29, 2026
City Council Special Meeting
Council to consider amending FY 2025-26 budget for year-end adjustments
The Mission City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial adjustments. The agenda includes only this budget item, along with routine procedural matters such as call to order, conflict of interest disclosures, and citizen participation. The council may also enter executive session for legal or other permitted discussions.
- Discussion and possible action on Ordinance # _____ amending the FY 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial adjustments
- Citizen participation on specific agenda items
- Potential executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071-551.088
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Discussion and possible action on matters related to approval of Ordinance # _____
amending the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Annual Operating Budget for year-end financial
adjustments – Roman
ADJOURNMENT
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City …
Mon Sep 28, 2026
Notice of Potential Quorum
Mission City Council may attend a delegation visit from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico
This is a notice that a quorum of the Mission City Council may be present on Monday, September 28, 2026, starting at 8:30 a.m. for a meeting with a delegation from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico, including a tour of various City facilities. Council members may also be present for lunch at the Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED) and dinner at the Mission Event Center. The notice states that no formal action will be taken by the City Council. The notice was posted on the City Hall bulletin board at 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on September 22, 2026, per Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
- Potential quorum notice only; no formal action will be taken
- Meeting with a delegation from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico
- Tour of various City facilities
- Possible lunch at the Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED)
- Possible dinner at the Mission Event Center
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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM
SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM
OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be
present on Monday, September 28, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m., for a meeting with a
delegation from Martínez de la Torre, Veracruz, Mexico, including a tour of various City
facilities. The City Council may also be present for lunch at the Center for Education and
Economic Development (CEED) and dinner at the Mission Event Center.
No formal action will be taken by the City Council.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 22nd day of September,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Sep 22, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Council to adopt 2026 property tax rate after public hearing
The Mission City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 property tax rate and consider adopting it, along with a separate hearing on a bid protest appeal for sludge management services. The agenda includes numerous routine consent items, such as vendor purchases, grants, and service agreements, as well as several ordinances and contracts for city operations.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2026 property tax rate
- Public hearing on Denali Water Solutions' bid protest appeal for RFB No. 26-523-07-23 (Sludge Management Services)
- Ordinance amending Chapter 42 (Weedy Lots) to change nuisance abatement time from 7 to 10 days
- Ordinance establishing a Permit Technology & Administrative Fee and $202,000 GovWell software subscription
- Purchase and installation of irrigation pump station for Shary Municipal Golf Course, not to exceed $271,966
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Constitution Week - Carrillo
2. Proclamation - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo
3. Proclamation - National GEAR UP Week - Carrillo
4. Proclamation - Rotary Club 106th Anniversary - Carrillo
5. Proclamation - National Day of Remembran …
Wed Sep 16, 2026
Planning and Zoning Commission
Mission P&Z to weigh rezoning, alcohol permits, sign variance
The Mission Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several requests, including a rezoning on Harmony Lane, conditional use permits for alcohol sales at two restaurants and a bar, and a variance for a 100-foot pylon sign. The commission will also consider two ordinance amendments, one removing portable buildings as a conditional use in commercial districts and another authorizing the Board of Adjustment to hear special exceptions for carports. Site plan approvals for a six-unit apartment building and a chain restaurant are also on the agenda.
- Rezoning of 3004 Harmony Lane, Unit A from R-1 to R-2 (duplex-fourplex)
- Conditional use permits for alcohol sales: The Drunken Chicken (523 N. Conway Ave.) and Mala Fama Restaurant Bar (1512 E. Expressway 83)
- Conditional use permit for 4 EV charging ports at 2410 E. Expressway 83
- Variance for 100-foot pylon sign at Circle K, 1601 E. Military Road
- Ordinance amendments: remove portable buildings as conditional use; add carport special exception
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday,
September 16, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at
this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and
evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests,
applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning, and may
take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items
listed below for the convenience of the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - August 5, 2026
SITE PLAN APPROVAL
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Site Plan Approval for the construction of 6 apartments in a (R3) Multifamily Residential
District legally described as Lot 12, Las Cumbres Terrace Subdivision, Applicant: M2 Express
– Cervantes
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Site Plan Approval for the construction of a chain restaurant named Reyna’s BBQ in a (C-3)
General Business District legally described as Lot 6A, Replat of Lot 6A and 7A M.E.D.C
Subdivision, located at 2401 Victoria Street. Applicant: Erika Bettina Resendez, - Cervantes
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- Site Plan Approval for the construction of 6 apartments
Lot 12, Las Cumbres Terrace Subdivision · 6 units
- Site Plan Approval for the construction of a chain restaurant named Reyna’s BBQ
2401 Victoria Street
- Rezoning request for 3004 Harmony Lane, Unit A
3004 Harmony Lane, Unit A
- Conditional Use Permit for The Drunken Chicken Restaurant
523 N. Conway Avenue, Suite 1 & 2
- Conditional Use Permit for Mala Fama Restaurant Bar
1512 E. Expressway 83, Suite 108 and 109
- Conditional Use Permit for electric vehicle charging ports
2410 E. Expressway 83
- Ordinance amending the code of ordinances Appendix A - Zoning
- Ordinance amending the code of ordinances Appendix A - Zoning and Article XIII
Tue Sep 15, 2026
City Council Special Meeting
Mission City Council to vote on FY 2026-27 budget and public safety pay
The Mission City Council will hold a special meeting to consider and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 annual budget, as well as ordinances authorizing classified positions and base salaries/incentive packages for the Mission Fire and Police Departments. The council will also discuss and take action on a Meet and Confer Agreement with the Mission Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 3906. The agenda includes provisions for executive session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Ordinance adopting the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget
- Ordinance authorizing classified positions for Mission Fire Department FY 2026-27
- Ordinance authorizing base salaries and incentive package for Mission Fire Department FY 2026-27
- Ordinance authorizing classified positions for Mission Police Department FY 2026-2027
- Discussion and action on Meet and Confer Agreement with Mission Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 3906
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✓ Decided: Mission City Council unanimously adopts $197.3M FY 2026-27 budget
The Mission City Council unanimously approved the FY 2026-2027 annual budget totaling $197,342,227 across all funds, along with ordinances authorizing classified positions and base salary/incentive packages for the Fire and Police Departments. All five ordinances passed 5-0. A discussion item on the Meet and Confer Agreement with the Mission Firefighters Association IAFF Local 3609 was noted as 'No Action'.
- Approved Ordinance #5868 adopting the FY 2026-27 annual budget totaling $197,342,227 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance #5869 authorizing classified positions for the Mission Fire Department FY 2026-27 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance #5870 authorizing base salaries and incentive package for the Mission Fire Department FY 2026-27 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance #5871 authorizing classified positions for the Mission Police Department FY 2026-27 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance #5872 authorizing base salaries and incentive package for the Mission Police Department FY 2026-27 (5-0)
- Discussed Meet and Confer Agreement with Mission Firefighters Association IAFF Local 3609 — no action taken
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # _____ adopting the Fiscal
Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget – A. Garcia
2. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # _____ Authorizing
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Shellie Smith, City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Emily D’Gyves
Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director
Linda Castaneda
Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer
Daniel Tijerina
Cesar Torres, Chief of Police
Maira Salinas
Miguel A. Rios, Executive Department
Alma Santos
Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director
Ricardo Saldana
Miguel Rios, Program Mgmt & Performance Mgr.
Mellie Sandana
Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations
Anthony Longoria
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:37
p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
Daniel Tijerina, 1406 Dons Drive, spoke regarding the budget and the importance of fiscal
responsibility for public safety and all City departments, emphasizing that the budget should be
sustainable for the taxpayers.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consideration and action regarding approval of Ordinance # 5868 adopting the
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- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget
Tue Sep 15, 2026
City Council Workshop Meeting
Council to set 2026 property tax rate and golf course fees
The Mission City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including a public hearing on the proposed 2026 property tax rate, an ordinance to adopt that rate, and an ordinance establishing Shary Municipal Golf Course fees for FY 2026-2027. The agenda also includes several procurement authorizations, a weedy lot ordinance amendment, and various agreements. This is a workshop, so most items are for discussion and possible action, with final decisions likely at a later regular meeting.
- Public hearing on 2026 proposed property tax rate
- Ordinance adopting 2026 property tax rate
- Ordinance establishing Shary Municipal Golf Course rates and fees for FY 2026-2027
- Replace irrigation pump station at Shary Golf Course for $271,966
- Ordinance amending weedy lot regulations (Chapter 42)
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall,
1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Present questions to staff relating to the September 22, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda
to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Constitution Week - Carrillo
2. Proclamation - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo
3. Proclamation - National GEAR UP Week - Carrillo
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Council to vote on 2026 tax rate, budget, and grants
The Mission City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 preliminary budget and take record votes on the proposed 2026 tax rate, including Maintenance and Operations and Interest and Sinking Fund rates. The council will also consider accepting two state grants, approving contracts and agreements, and directing an audit of the Mission Economic Development Corporation. Several items are routine consent agenda matters, and the meeting includes executive session discussions on real property and personnel.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 preliminary budget
- Record vote on 2026 tax rate (M&O and I&S) and schedule public hearing for Sept 22
- Accept $1,179,814.98 Operation Lone Star grant and $150,420.48 Youth Diversion grant from Texas Office of the Governor
- Approve $56,352 sole-source purchase of Micro-Solve Grease/Odor Control from EGSW
- Direct internal audit of Mission Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
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✓ Decided: Council sets 2026 tax rate at $0.5653, schedules Sept. 22 hearing
The City Council approved the proposed 2026 tax rate of $0.5653 per $100 valuation and scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026. It also approved record votes on the M&O rate ($0.4947) and I&S rate ($0.0706), and continued negotiations with the Mission Firefighters Association (4-1).
- Approved 2026 tax rate at $0.5653, public hearing set for Sept. 22 (5-0)
- Approved M&O tax rate $0.4947 (5-0)
- Approved I&S tax rate $0.0706 (5-0)
- Continued negotiations with Mission Firefighters Association (4-1)
- Approved $1,179,814.98 Operation Lone Star grant (5-0)
- Approved $150,420.48 Youth Diversion grant (5-0)
- Approved MEDC FY 2026-2027 budget with travel/training cut to $100,000 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2082 authorizing sale of 919 Rankin property (5-0)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 08, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 08, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - 25th Anniversary of September 11 Remembrance - Silva
2. Report from Mission Economic Development Corporation - Teclo Garcia
3. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia
4. Citizen's Participation on Specific Agenda Items – Garza
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 08, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Esther Salinas
Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary
Linda Castaneda
Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer
Daniel Tijerina
Cesar Torres, Chief of Police
Maira Salinas
Miguel A. Rios, Executive Department
Ricardo Salinas
Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director
Christie Gonzalez
Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations
Nati Garza
Monica Gonzalez, Grants & Strategic Dev.
Alma Santos
Joe Salazar, MEDC
Manuel Pescador
Candace Rodriguez, MEDC
Juan Cantu
Michael Silva, Fire Chief
Alexis Hernandez
Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev.
Ricardo Saldana
Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director
Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director
Yenni Espinoza, Speer Memorial Library Dir.
Belen Guerrero, MEDC
Joe Enriquez, Utility Billing & Collections Manager
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to vote on carport setbacks and remove portable buildings from commercial zones
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments and consider a variance request. The amendments would allow carports to encroach on front setbacks for single-family homes and remove portable buildings as a conditional use in C-2, C-3, and C-4 districts. The commission will also consider a variance for a 100-foot pylon sign at a Circle K gas station.
- Ordinance amendment to authorize carport accessory encroachment into front setbacks for single-family or two-family residences
- Ordinance amendment to remove Portable Buildings as a Conditional Use in C-2, C-3, and C-4 commercial districts
- Variance request for a 100-foot pylon sign at the Circle K gas station located at 1601 E. Military Road
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E.
8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public
comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances, special exceptions, interpretations,
requests, applications, and any other matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning,
and may take action on any subject listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the
order of items listed below for the convenience of the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation for items listed on the agenda
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1
Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - August 5, 2026
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDEMENT
2
Conduct a public hearing and consideration of the adoption of an ordinance amending the
code of ordinances Appendix A - Zoning, Article IV, Section 1.17, Powers of Board of
Adjustment, to authorize the Zoning Board of Adjustment to hear and decide Special Exceptions
expressly authorized by Appendix A; Amending Article XIII, Exceptions and Modifications,
Section 1.59, General, by adding a Special Exception authorizing a carport acce …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council Workshop Meeting
City Council discusses FY 2026-2027 budget and 2026 property tax rate
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and the 2026 property tax rate. The meeting includes a public hearing on the preliminary budget and consideration of several grant awards and reimbursement agreements.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget
- Acceptance of $1,179,814.98 Operation Lone Star Grant from the Texas Office of the Governor
- Acceptance of $150,420.48 Youth Diversion Program grant from the Texas Office of the Governor
- Sole source purchase of Micro-Solve Grease/Odor Control for $56,352
- Award of RFQ 26-469-06-15 Comprehensive Utility Rate Study to Wildan Financial Service
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
SEPTEMBER 01, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, September 01, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia
2. Discussion on 2026 Property Tax Rate - A. Garcia
3. Present questions to staff relating to the September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda
to be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation …
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustments Meeting
Zoning board to hear three carport setback variance requests
The Mission Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on August 26, 2026, at 4:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chamber. The board will consider three public hearing items, each requesting a variance from standard setback requirements to allow for carport construction. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a period for citizen participation.
- Variance for 5'6" garage setback (required 18') and 0' side setback (required 6') for existing carport at 1011 E. Sandstone Drive
- Variance for 7' garage setback (required 18') for proposed carport at 1608 Alexa Marie Street
- Variance for 0' garage setback (required 18') for proposed carport at 1402 Las Brisas Drive
- Approval of minutes from the July 22, 2026 meeting
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Zoning Board of Adjustments the
City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:30
p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may
deliberate, conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals,
variances, special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters
within the jurisdiction of the Zoning Board of Adjustments, and may take action on any subject
listed on this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the
convenience of the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes for ZBA Meeting - July 22, 2026
PUBLIC HEARING
2. Public hearing and consideration of a variance to allow a 5’ 6” garage/carport setback
instead of the required 18’ and a 0’ side setback instead of the required 6’ for an 18’ x 29’ existing
carport, being Lot 168, Frontier Estates Subdivision, located at 1011 E. Sandstone Drive,
Applicant – Mary K. & Roque Longoria - Cervantes
3. Public hearing and consideration of a variance to allow a 7’ garage/carport setback instead
of the required 18’ for a proposed 22’ x 24’ carport, being Lot 41, Crystal Estates Phase III
Subdivis …
Wed Aug 26, 2026
ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD
Mission board to weigh patio setback request
The Accommodations Review Board will hold a regular meeting with one public hearing to consider a special accommodation request for a reduced front setback. The request seeks a 6-foot setback instead of the required 25 feet for an existing patio structure at 907 E. Sandstone Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its March 25, 2026 meeting.
- Special accommodation request for a 6' front setback (required: 25') for a 15' 10" x 15' 10" patio at 907 E. Sandstone Drive, Lot 176, Frontier Estates Phase 3, requested by Mariaelia Gutierrez-Cervantes
- Approval of minutes from the March 25, 2026 ARB meeting
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ACCOMODATION REVIEW BOARD
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 26, 2026 at 4:45 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Accommodations Review Board
of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on 26, August 2026 at 4:45 p.m. in the
City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street at this meeting, the Board may deliberate,
conduct public hearings, receive public comments and evidence, consider appeals, variances,
special exceptions, interpretations, requests, applications, and any other matters within the
jurisdiction of the Accommodations Review Board, and may take action on any subject listed on
this agenda. The Chairperson may change the order of items listed below for the convenience
of the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of minutes for ARB - March 25th, 2026
PUBLIC HEARING
2. Public hearing and take action to consider a special accommodation request to allow a 6’
front setback instead of the required 25’ for a 15’ 10” x 15’ 10” existing patio structure, being Lot
176, Frontier Estates Phase 3 Subdivision, located at 907 E. Sandstone Drive, as requested by
Mariaelia Gutierrez - Cervantes
Notice Regarding Executive Session: The City of Mission Accomodations Review Board may
convene in a closed meeting, also known as Executive Session, at any time during the course
of this meeting for any posted item, as authorized by …
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Accommodations Review Board
Tue Aug 25, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Mission City Council to weigh 9 zoning requests, alcohol permits, and $94K in purchases
The Mission City Council meets Aug. 25 to hold public hearings on nine rezoning and conditional use permit requests, including event centers, a 7-Eleven fuel station, and alcohol sales. The consent agenda includes a $15,749 federal grant, a $43,808 pump purchase, and $35,000 in police camera kits. The council will also consider fee schedule changes, electioneering rules, and drainage fund reimbursements.
- Rezoning at 400 Oblate Ave from R-1 to R-2
- Conditional use permits for event centers, coffee shop, warehouse, 7-Eleven, and alcohol sales
- Accept $15,749 DOJ Justice Assistance Grant (no match)
- Buy RAS Pump for $43,808.60 via Buy Board
- Purchase 4 LPR camera kits for $35,000 from Motorola Solutions
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✓ Decided: Mission City Council approves 7-Eleven, event center, and other permits
The Mission City Council approved a series of conditional use permits, including a 7-Eleven convenience store and fuel station, an event center, and several other businesses, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. The council also denied a rezoning request for a duplex complex at 400 Oblate Avenue and approved multiple consent agenda items, including a $15,749 grant for a police drone and a $43,808.60 pump purchase. All decisions were made unanimously.
- Approved rezoning denial at 400 Oblate Avenue (5-0)
- Approved CUP for Charmed Event Venue (5-0)
- Approved CUP for El Chin Chin to Go alcohol sales (5-0)
- Approved CUP for Monster Warehouse event center with alcohol (5-0)
- Approved CUP for Gray Avenue Coffee (5-0)
- Approved CUP for Central Kitchen warehouse (5-0)
- Approved CUP for 7-Eleven with fuel and wet zone (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $15,749 police drone grant and $43,808.60 pump purchase (5-0)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo
2. Presentation of Parks & Recreation Summer TAAF Athletes - Bentsen
3. Report from the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce – Brenda Enriquez
4. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia
5. Citizen's P …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Brenda Enriquez
Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary
Steve Cruz
Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer
Ana Escobar
Cesar Torres, Chief of Police
Raquel Gonzalez
Ezeiza Garcia, Assistant Finance Director
Nicolas Camacho
Xavier Cervantes, Planning Director
Rafael Mendez
Alex Hernandez, Asst Planning Director
Grecia Ramirez
Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations
Miguel A. Rios, Executive
Pete Lopez, Parks & Recreation Supervisor
Aida Lerma, Mission Event Center Director
Judith Garcia, Media Relations Director
Michael Silva, Fire Chief
Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev.
Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director
Yenni Espinoza, Speer Memorial Library Dir.
Jose Cavazos, Police Officer
J. Salinas, Police Officer
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AN …
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Native Plants AD HOC Committee
Mission native plants committee to review guidelines and application form
The Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee of Mission, TX is holding a regular meeting to discuss the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants and the committee's Application Form. The agenda includes call to order, conflict of interest disclosures, and citizens participation, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Discussion of adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
- Discussion of Application Form
- Citizens participation period
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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE
CITY HALL’S COMMUNITY ROOM
AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC
Committee of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 24,
2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the
following matters:
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
1
Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
2
Discussion of Application Form
ADJOURNMENT
Signed this the 18th day of August, 2026
_______________________________
Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
_______________________
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for
accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the
City Secretary’s Office at 580-8668.
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Notice of Potential Quorum
City council may gather for Native Plants committee, no formal action
This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Mission City Council, not a regular meeting. Council members may be present at the Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting, but no formal action will be taken and no minutes will be kept.
- Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee meeting
- No formal action or minutes
- Posted in compliance with Texas Open Meetings Act
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NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM
OF THE CITY OF MISSION CITY COUNCIL
MISSION CITY HALL, 1201 E. 8TH STREET, MISSION, TX 78572
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Mission may be
present on Monday, August 24, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Mission City Hall Community
Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, TX 78572 for the Native Plants Ad HOC Committee
Meeting.
This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Mission City Council, but this notice is
being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. As a governmental body, the
City of Mission City Council will not take any formal action on anything discussed.
There will not be meeting minutes kept for this notice.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 18th day of August,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Budget Workshop
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Special Meeting
Mission City Council to launch city manager search process
The Mission City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the search and recruitment process for a new City Manager, including the timeline, job posting, and qualifications. The council will first meet in closed session to consult with attorneys and discuss personnel matters related to the appointment. This is the main substantive item on the agenda.
- Discussion and possible action to approve and initiate the City Manager search and recruitment process, including timeline, position posting, and qualifications
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 and 551.074 to discuss City Manager appointment and selection
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✓ Decided: Council votes 3-2 to start City Manager search after audits
The City Council held a special meeting and, after closed session, voted 3-2 to approve initiating the search and recruitment process for a City Manager, contingent on completion of audits. Mayor Pro Tem Plata and Councilman Vela voted against. A resident had urged the Council to delay the decision until after the November election, but the motion to proceed passed.
- Approved initiating City Manager search and recruitment process (3-2)
- Moved into Executive Session for City Manager discussion (4-0)
- Reconvened from Executive Session (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Closed session pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney)
and 551.074 (Personnel Matters) regarding the appointment, employment, duties,
qualifications, recruitment, and selection of a City Manager, including the pro …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Shelly Smith, City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Norma Sanchez
Cesar Torres, Police Chief
Alma Santos
Mike Silva, Fire Chief
Emily D’Gyves
Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev.
Ezeiza Garcia, Asst. Finance Director
Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director
Miguel Rios, Program Mgmt & Performance Mgr.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:05
p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
Ricardo Salinas, 2011 N. Conway addressed the City Council regarding Executive Session No. 1,
concerning the appointment, employment, duties, qualifications, recruitment, and selection of a
City Manager, Mr. Salinas stated that four members of the City Council are candidates on the
November 3, 2026 ballot and expressed his opinion that the decision regarding the selection of a
City Manager should be …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Workshop
Mission City Council to discuss FY 2026-27 budget and multiple rezoning requests
The Mission City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and to prepare questions for the upcoming regular meeting. The agenda includes several public hearings on rezoning and conditional use permits, as well as consent agenda items and other administrative actions. No final votes are expected at this workshop.
- Discussion of proposed FY 2026-2027 budget
- Rezoning at 400 Oblate Avenue from R-1 to R-2
- Conditional use permits for event centers, coffee shop, convenience store/fuel station, and more
- Accept $15,749 grant from U.S. DOJ for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
- Purchase RAS Pump for $43,808.60
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia
2. Present questions to staff relating to the August 25, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda to
be discussed at such meeting - Terrazas / Garcia
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Carrillo
2. Report from the Gre …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
City Council Special Meeting
Council to consider Curative Medical Plan Design at special meeting
The Mission City Council is holding a special meeting on August 13, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. to consider and take action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design. The agenda includes only this single item, along with standard procedural items like call to order and citizen participation. The council may also enter executive session for legal or other permitted discussions.
- Consideration and action on Curative Medical Plan Design
- Special meeting at 7:00 a.m. on August 13, 2026
- Citizen participation on specific agenda items
- Possible executive session under Texas Government Code
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✓ Decided: Council approves employee health plan contribution increases
The Mission City Council approved changes to the Curative Medical Plan design, including increased monthly employee contributions for all plan tiers and new wellness surcharges. The motion passed unanimously 3-0.
- Approved Curative Medical Plan design with increased employee contributions (3-0)
- Approved $50/month surcharge for incomplete annual wellness screening
- Approved $50 semi-monthly spousal surcharge
- Approved $10/month tobacco surcharge with cessation program option
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a special meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consideration and action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design -
Munguia
ADJOURNMENT
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hal …
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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Ruben Garza
Nereyda Pena, Asst. HR Director
Ruben Hernandez, Media Dept.
SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 7:01
a.m.
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None
CITIZEN'S PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
None
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consideration and action on matters related to Curative Medical Plan Design –
Munguia
Ruben Garza, Vice President of Lone Star Insurance Services, presented and discussed the
staff recommendation regarding the Curative Medical Plan design, including proposed
changes to employee monthly contributions and wellness program requirements.
The recommended monthly employee contributions for the EPO Base Plan (Base Plan/Retiree
Plan) were as follows:
Employee Only: Increase from $20.00 to $40.00 per month.
Employee + Child(ren): Increase from $270.00 to $290.00 per month.
Employee + Spouse: Increase from $349.24 to $369.24 …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council Budget Workshop
Mission City Council reviews proposed 2026-2027 budget in workshop
The Mission City Council holds a public workshop to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, including departmental budgets, revenues, expenditures, and capital improvement projects. This is an informational session open to residents, who may observe but not participate in the discussions.
- Proposed City of Mission Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 under review
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CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 05, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Wednesday, August 05, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia
The purpose of this workshop is to review proposed departmental budgets, discuss
projected revenues and expenditures, consider capital improvement projects, and
receive information necessary for the preparation of the City’ …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Council to consider rezoning, golf course fees, and $2M disaster grant
The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and several conditional use permits, including for a home-based firearms business and alcohol sales renewals. The consent agenda includes golf course fee changes, interlocal agreements with school districts, and a $2 million disaster recovery grant. The council will also discuss speed hump requests and enter executive session on a city manager search and economic development negotiations.
- Rezoning 0.40 acres at 1906 E. 2 1/2 Street from C-2 to R-1T (townhouse residential)
- Conditional use permit for home occupation sale of firearms at 2705 Nicole Avenue
- Interlocal agreements with Mission CISD and Sharyland ISD for golf course use, $19,000 each
- Acceptance of $2,000,000 Texas General Land Office disaster recovery grant with 10% cash match
- Lease of 45 lithium-powered golf carts for $9,580.95/month for 48 months
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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning for 6-unit townhome development at 1906 E. 2 1/2 St.
The City Council approved a rezoning from Neighborhood Commercial (C-2) to Townhouse Residential (R-1T) for a 0.40-acre tract at 1906 E. 2 1/2 Street, enabling a proposed 6-unit townhome development. The council also denied a conditional use permit for a home-based firearms business at 2705 Nicole Avenue, approved multiple other conditional use permits, and accepted a $2,000,000 grant for street improvements. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved rezoning at 1906 E. 2 1/2 St. to R-1T for townhomes (3-0)
- Denied CUP for home firearms business at 2705 Nicole Ave. (4-0)
- Approved CUP for portable office at 1612 W. Business Hwy 83 (3-0)
- Approved CUP for Medcare EMS portable office at 511 W. 11th St. (3-0)
- Approved CUP renewal for alcohol sales at Hampton Inn & Suites (3-0)
- Approved CUP renewal for The Ice House bar with conditions (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including golf cart lease and interlocal agreements (3-0)
- Accepted $2M GLO disaster recovery grant for Holland Ave. improvements (3-0)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission
Council Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Tiger Fury Kajukenbo Self Defense Institute World Championship -
Carrillo
2. Report from Mission Economic Development Corporation - Teclo Garcia
3. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Shelly Smith, City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Gracie Reyna
Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary
Dalinda Garcia
Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer
Dr. Jerry Peña
Cesar Torres, Chief of Police
Stephanie Casas
Vidal Roman, Finance Director
Esther Salinas
Xavier Cervantes, Planning Director
Daisy Reyes
Alex Hernandez, Asst Planning Director
Joe Salinas
Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations
Elaine S.
Roel Mendiola, Sanitation Director
Robert Galligan
Michael Silva, Fire Chief
Charlie Garcia
Michael Elizalde, Dir. Of Grants & Strategic Dev.
Brad Bentsen, Parks & Recreation Director
Teclo Garcia, MEDC CEO
Jose Cavazos, Police Officer
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:34
p.m.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
Councilman Alberto Vela led the invocation and Pledge …
Thu Aug 6, 2026
City Council Budget Workshop
Mission City Council reviews proposed 2026-2027 budget in workshop
The Mission City Council holds a public workshop to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The meeting will review departmental budgets, projected revenues and expenditures, and capital improvement projects. Members of the public may attend and observe the discussions.
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CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 06, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Thursday, August 06, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia
The purpose of this workshop is to review proposed departmental budgets, discuss
projected revenues and expenditures, consider capital improvement projects, and
receive information necessary for the preparation of the City’s …
Thu Aug 6, 2026
City Council Budget Workshop
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Planning and Zoning Commission
Mission P&Z to consider multiple conditional use permits and subdivision plats
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for several conditional use permits and a rezoning request. The body will also discuss the approval of two subdivision plats.
- Plat approval for Griffin Gardens Subdivision (10.399 acres) on Griffin Parkway
- Rezoning request from R-1 to R-2 for 400 Oblate Avenue
- Conditional Use Permit for 7 Eleven convenience store and fuel station at N. Conway Avenue and Mile 2 Road
- Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sale and consumption at El Chin Chin to Go (2509 Colorado Street) and Monster Warehouse (401 W. 11th Street)
- Conditional Use Permit for Charmed Event Venue at 2704 E. Griffin Parkway
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 05, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August
5, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall’s Council Chamber, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the
following matters:
REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
3. Citizens Participation
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1 Approval of Minutes for P&Z Meeting - July 15, 2026
PLAT APPROVAL
2 Discussion and possible action on matters related to a Plat Approval Subject to Conditions
for the proposed Griffin Gardens Subdivision located along the South side of Griff in Parkway
approximately 140 feet East of N. Holland Avenue, being a tract of land containing 10.399 acres
out of Lot 24 -5, West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision, Developer: 3BU Family Limited
Partnership, Engineer: Melden & Hunt, Inc.
3 Discussion and possible action on matters related to a Replat Approval Subject to Conditions
for the proposed Ulloa Subdivision being the resubdivision of Lot 1, Eladar Subdivision, located
along the East side of Inspiration Road approximately 500 feet Nor th of U.S. Expressway 83
(IH2), Developer: Jose P. Ulloa and Maria Celia Ulloa, Engineer: Salinas Engineering & Assoc.
- Cervantes
PUBLIC HEARINGS
REZONING
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AUGUST 5, 2026
CITY HALL’S COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ 5:30 P.M.
P&Z PRESENT P&Z ABSENT STAFF PRESENT GUEST PRESENT
David Villarreal Raquenel Austin Gabriel Ramirez Grecia Ramirez
Irene Thompson Susie De Luna Jose Ramirez
Connie Garza Xavier Cervantes Jorge J. Escobar Jr.
Diana Izaguirre Alex Hernandez Nicolas Camacho
Kevin Sanchez Elisa Zurita Oscar Alejandro
Steven Alaniz Jessica Munoz Kathryn Resendez
Keith Mora
Sergio Salinas
Sonia Salinas
Rafael Mendez
CALL TO ORDER
Chairwoman Izaguirre called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
There was none.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
There was none.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR JULY 15, 2026
Chairwoman Izaguirre asked if there were any corrections to the minutes for July 15, 2026. Ms.
Thompson moved to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Sanchez seconded the motion. Upon a
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
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Ended: 5:31 p.m.
Item #2
Discussion and possible action on matters related to a Plat Approval Subject to Conditions
for the proposed Griffin Gardens Subdivision located along the South side of Griffin Parkway
approximately 140 feet East of N. Holland Avenue, being a tract of land containing 10.399
acres out of Lot 24-5, West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision, Developer: 3BU Family Limited
Partnership, Engineer: Melden & Hunt, Inc.
Mr. Ramirez stated the Subdivision is located along the South side of Griffin Parkway approximately
140 feet East of N. Ho …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
CANCELLED - City Council Budget Workshop
Cancelled: Mission City Council budget workshop for FY 2026-2027
This meeting was cancelled. The agenda was for a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including departmental budgets, projected revenues and expenditures, and capital improvement projects. No decisions were made.
- Cancelled budget workshop for FY 2026-2027
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CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 05, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Wednesday, August 05, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion of City of Mission Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 - A. Garcia
The purpose of this workshop is to review proposed departmental budgets, discuss
projected revenues and expenditures, consider capital improvement projects, and
receive information necessary for the preparation of the City’ …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
City Council Workshop
Mission City Council to consider $2 million GLO disaster recovery grant
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss zoning requests, municipal golf course fees, and several interlocal agreements. The body will also consider the acceptance of multiple grants and the purchase of city equipment.
- Acceptance of a $2,000,000 Texas General Land Office grant for the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program
- Rezoning request for 1906 E. 2 1/2 Street from Neighborhood Commercial to Townhouse Residential
- Purchase of 1,000 residential refuse carts from Toter LLC for $62,472.00
- Lease of 45 golf carts for $9,580.95 monthly for 48 months
- Interlocal agreements with Mission CISD and Sharyland ISD for golf course usage at $19,000.00 each
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MISSION CITY HALL
AUGUST 04, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a workshop on Tuesday, August 04, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall
Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ON SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEMS
WORKSHOP
1. Discussion regarding Native Plants Guidelines - Cervantes
2. Discussion regarding Economic Development Program Guidelines and Criteria
governing agreements authorized under Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government
Code - A. Garcia
3. Present questions to staff relating to the August 11, 2026 Regular Meeting Agend …
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Native Plants AD HOC Committee
Native Plants Committee to discuss adopted guidelines
The Native Plants AD HOC Committee will meet to discuss the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants. This is the only substantive topic listed for the meeting.
- Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE
CITY HALL’S COMMUNITY ROOM
AUGUST 03, 2026 at 12:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC
Committee of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 3,
2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the
following matters:
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
1 Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
ADJOURNMENT
Signed this the 28th day of July, 2026
_______________________________
Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 28th day of July, 2026
and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the scheduled
date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
_______________________
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for
accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the
City Secretary’s Office at 580-8668.
Tue Jul 28, 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
Mission City Council to present preliminary FY 2026-2027 budget
The City Council will review the preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and set a public hearing date for September 8, 2026. The body will also consider multiple rezoning requests and conditional use permits for food units and an event center.
- Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 presentation
- Rezoning request for Lot 5, Miller Bros. Nursery Re-Subdivision on Moorefield Road from AO-I to R-1
- Rezoning request for 2210 E. 1st Street from R-3 to C-3
- Grant application to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for $30,000
- Grant application to TXDOT for STEP – Impaired Driving Mobilization 2027 Grant for $40,000
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✓ Decided: Mission City Council approves 10 zoning and permit items, plus $634K wastewater repair funding
The Mission City Council held a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, approving all agenda items unanimously. Key actions included two rezoning requests, five conditional use permits for food units and an event center, a subdivision plat, and authorization to use $634,440 in bond proceeds for emergency wastewater treatment plant repairs. The council also approved a 380 Grant Agreement with Black and Decker (U.S.) Inc. following executive session.
- Approved rezoning of 5 acres on Moorefield Road from AO-I to R-1 for single-family development (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2210 E. 1st Street from R-3 to C-3 for a 34-room hotel project (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for Taqueria 453 food truck at 2509 Colorado Road (5-0)
- Approved 2-year conditional use permit for Okidokie Playroom event center at 2210 E. IH 2 (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for The Milpita 956 food truck at 600 N. Shary Road (4-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for Lakeview Coffee at 305 W. Mile 2 Road (5-0)
- Approved 2-year renewal with no further renewals for portable buildings at Excellence in Leadership Academy (5-0)
- Approved $634,440 in 2021 bond proceeds for emergency wastewater treatment plant repairs (5-0)
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
JULY 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001 et. seq., the City Council of the City of Mission,
Texas will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Council
Chambers, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas to consider the following matters.
At any time during the course of the posted meeting, the Mission City Council may retire into
Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 to confer with legal counsel on any
subject matter on this agenda in which the duty of the attorney to the City Council under Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Further, at any time during this meeting, the City
Council may retire to deliberate on any subject slated for discussion at this meeting, as may be
permitted under one or more exceptions to the Texas Open Meetings Act set forth in Title 5,
Subtitle A, Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation - Mission Hospital Safety Designation - Carrillo
2. Report from the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce – Brenda Enriquez
3. Departmental Reports – Terrazas / A. Garcia
4. Citizen's Participation on Specific Agenda Items – Garza
ANNOUNCEMENTS - CIT …
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MISSION CITY HALL
JULY 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Norie Gonzalez Garza, Mayor
Ruben D. Plata, Mayor Pro-Tem
Jessica Ortega, Councilwoman
Marissa Ortega-Gerlach, Councilwoman
Alberto Vela, Councilman
Eden Ramirez Jr., City Attorney
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
Juan Pablo Terrazas, Co-Interim City Manager
Andy Garcia, Co-Interim City Manager
ALSO PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Brenda Enriquez
Anais Chapa, Assistant City Secretary
Gerardo Rodriguez
Edgar Gonzalez, Deputy City Engineer
Yvonne Ortegon
Cesar Torres, Chief of Police
Vidal Roman, Finance Director
Xavier Cervantes, Planning Director
Gabriel Ramirez, Planning Department
Ruben Hernandez, Media Relations
Michael Silva, Fire Chief
Teclo Garcia, MEDC CEO
Noemi Munguia, Human Resources Director
Nereyda Peña, Asst. HR Director
Nadia Lopez, Police Officer
Ruben Cano, Police Officer
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
With a quorum being present, Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the meeting to order at 4:31
p.m.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Ruben Plata led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTER …
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Native Plants AD HOC Committee
Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee to discuss plant guidelines
The Native Plants Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants. This is the sole topic of discussion listed for the meeting.
- Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
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NATIVE PLANTS AD HOC COMMITTEE
CITY HALL’S COMMUNITY ROOM
JULY 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM
AGENDA
Pursuant to V.T.C.A. Gov. Code Section 551.001, et. Seq., the Native Plants AD HOC
Committee of the City of Mission, Texas will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, July 27,
2026 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall’s Community Room, 1201 E. 8th Street to consider the
following matters:
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH QUORUM
DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
1 Discussion regarding the adopted Guidelines for Native Plants
ADJOURNMENT
Signed this the 21st day of July, 2026
_______________________________
Xavier Cervantes, Director of Planning
C E R T I F I C A T E
I, the undersigned City Secretary do certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board of City Hall, 1201 E. 8th Street, Mission, Texas on this the 21st day of July,
2026 and will remain posted continuously for at least three business days preceding the
scheduled date of said meeting, in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
________________________
Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for
accommodations for a disability must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please notify the
City Secretary’s Office at 580-8668.
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Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$992/mo (1,003 assisted households · 2025)
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