McAllen public meetings in 2024

General

The McAllen City Commission will hold a special meeting on December 18, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. The meeting may be placed in executive session to consult legal counsel about employment contracts, as allowed under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Consultation with legal counsel regarding employment contracts (executive session)

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on Dec 18-19, 2024, but the minutes record only procedural actions: calling to order, recessing for executive session, and reconvening. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the open session minutes.

• Special meeting called to order (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session at 11:05 a.m. Dec 18
• Recessed meeting to Dec 19 at 8:00 a.m.
• Reconvened meeting at 8:11 a.m. Dec 19

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider several subdivision approvals and equipment purchases. Discussion includes a potential buy-out and transfer of service agreement with Sharyland WSC.

• Approval of Water Conservation & Drought Contingency Plan
• TAJ Plaza, Trevino, and Villas at Tres Lagos Phase I-A subdivisions
• Budget amendments for Wastewater Depreciation and Capital Improvement Funds
• Purchase of a 6" Gorman Rupp portable pump and trailer from Zone Industries
• Buy Out and Transfer of Service Agreement between Sharyland WSC and McAllen Public Utility

General

This is a special meeting with only an executive session. The board will meet behind closed doors to discuss economic development matters under Texas law. No public votes or open-session items are scheduled.

• Consideration of economic development matters in executive session (Tex. Gov't. Code §551.087)

The McAllen Board of Commissioners convened a special meeting on December 10, 2024, at 11:00 am. The only agenda item was a consultation with legal counsel regarding employment contracts, held in executive session. No votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Commission

This is a workshop meeting of the McAllen City Commission. The commission will receive presentations on AED service implementation and a recap of Unified Development Code townhalls, then go into executive session to consult with legal counsel and discuss potential real estate transactions involving Tract 1 and Tract 2. No final decisions are scheduled on the public agenda.

• Presentation on AED (automated external defibrillator) service implementation
• Recap of Unified Development Code townhalls
• Executive session to discuss legal aspects of a contractual agreement
• Executive session for possible lease, sale, or purchase of Tract 1 and Tract 2 real estate

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on December 9, 2024, with no questions on the regular meeting agenda. Staff presented the AED service implementation plan and discussed Unified Development Code (UDC) changes, including continued conditional use permit requirements for institutional uses in certain districts and home occupations. No formal decisions were made; the items were for discussion and were listed on the regular meeting agenda for consideration.

• No formal decisions made during workshop

City Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Unified Development Code that would replace existing zoning ordinances. Other items include a variance for alcohol sales at 4312 Tres Lagos Boulevard, a budget amendment for airport improvement projects, and the adoption of a water conservation and drought contingency plan. The consent agenda includes the purchase of trash and recycling bins and roll-off trucks via cooperative pricing agreements. The commission may also discuss legal and real estate matters in executive session.

• Public hearing on a Unified Development Code repealing conflicting ordinances
• Request for conditional use permits for a wireless facility at 158 El Rancho Road, an automotive repair at 213 South 23rd Street, and an event center at 2300 North 10th Street
• Variance from alcoholic beverage code for Shops at Tres Lagos at 4312 Tres Lagos Boulevard
• Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 airport improvement projects
• Award of contract for Balboa Ditch Sluice Gates Improvements

The McAllen City Commission approved a new Unified Development Code, a rezoning at 2701 West Highway 107, and several conditional use permits for an automotive repair shop, an event center, and a wireless facility. They also approved a variance for alcohol sales at 4312 Tres Lagos Boulevard and awarded contracts for trash bins, refuse trucks, dumpsters, and sluice gate improvements. A charter amendment was tabled.

• Approved Unified Development Code ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 19.587 acres at 2701 W. Highway 107 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for automotive service at 213 S. 23rd St. (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for event center at 2300 N. 10th St. (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage variance at 4312 Tres Lagos Blvd. (unanimous)
• Awarded $142,671 contract to Wastequip for trash/recycling bins
• Awarded $407,662 contract to Doggett Freightliner for two roll-off trucks
• Tabled minute order amending city charter (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will consider approving the purchase of chlorine dioxide generators (Project No. 11-24-P08-223) and a supply contract for sodium chlorite (Project No. 11-24-SP06-150). The board will also vote on a consent agenda including four subdivision approvals and a resolution appointing a board secretary. A discussion on a septic tank variance for Oaks at Northgate Subdivision is scheduled.

• Purchase of chlorine dioxide generators for wastewater treatment
• Supply contract for sodium chlorite
• Approval of four subdivisions (Suarez, 2nd & Trenton Plaza, Tex-Best, Estancia at Tres Lagos Phase IV)
• Appointment of Cynthia Salinas as board secretary
• Septic tank variance discussion for Oaks at Northgate Subdivision

City Commission

This is a workshop meeting of the McAllen Board of Commissioners. Items include a Point in Time homeless count presentation, an update on the Alley Stimulus Capital Project, and executive-session discussions on eminent domain, real estate transactions, and a legal memorandum of understanding. No votes are expected; the session is for staff questions and deliberation.

• Eminent domain discussion for a 2.47-acre tract at Steele & Pershing
• Possible lease, sale or purchase of four unnamed real estate tracts
• Point in Time homeless count presentation
• Alley Stimulus Capital Project update
• Consultation with attorney on a memorandum of understanding

The commission held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented a point-in-time homelessness count and an alley rehabilitation program update, including a $3.6M budget and a funding gap. The commission also entered executive session on eminent domain, legal matters, personnel, and economic development, but no action was recorded.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning six parcels totaling about 45 acres at 1400 Sprague Road and 11201 North 10th Street, changing zoning to multifamily, single-family, and commercial. The consent agenda includes contracts for fuel, brush grinding, an animal shelter design, and a border security grant. Other notable items include conditional use permits for food truck parks, bars, and a smoke shop, an ordinance on fireworks stands, and an executive session on eminent domain.

• Rezoning 45 acres at Sprague Road and N 10th Street for multifamily and single-family residential and commercial
• Conditional use permits for two food truck parks at 701 E US Highway 83 and 1001 Ash Avenue
• Conditional use permits for three bars at 1300 E Nolana Ave, 2022 Nolana Ave, and 4037 W Expressway 83
• Ordinance to designate existing fireworks stands as non-conforming uses
• Executive session to discuss eminent domain for a tract at Steele & Pershing

The McAllen City Commission approved routine rezoning and conditional use permits, awarded multiple contracts including a $3.2M fuel supply deal, and authorized eminent domain to acquire land for a fire station. All votes were unanimous except for a smoke shop permit that passed 5-1.

• Approved R-3A zoning at 1400 Sprague Road (Tract 1) (unanimous)
• Approved R-1 zoning at 11201 North 10th Street (Tracts 1 and 2) (unanimous)
• Approved one-year conditional use permits for food trucks at 701 East US Highway 83 and 1001 Ash Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one-year conditional use permit for a bar at 2022 Nolana Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for a smoke shop at 630 South 23rd Street, Suite 120 (5-1, Zamora opposed)
• Awarded fuel supply contract to Arguidegui Oil Company, Ltd. for $3,225,000.04 (unanimous)
• Awarded brush and wood waste grinding contract to Austing Wood Recycling, Inc. for $320,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized eminent domain to acquire 26.69 acres at Steele & Pershing Subdivision for a fire station (unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding employment contracts.

• Executive session regarding employment contracts

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on November 21, 2024, that was largely procedural. After convening, the board recessed into executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding employment contracts, then reconvened and took no action. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• No action taken on employment contracts after executive session

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to canvass the returns from the November 5, 2024 special charter amendment election and adopt an ordinance certifying the results. They will then convene in executive session to discuss legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters. The agenda is otherwise limited to these items.

• Official canvass of Charter Amendment Election returns from November 5, 2024 special election
• Adoption of ordinance certifying the election results
• Executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087

The McAllen Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance certifying the official results of the November 5, 2024 Special Charter Amendment Election. The certified results show Proposition A passed with 22,924 votes for and 17,774 against, and Proposition B passed with 26,967 for and 13,328 against. The action was taken at a special meeting on November 18, 2024.

• Adopted ordinance certifying Special Charter Amendment Election results (unanimous)
• Certified Proposition A passed (22,924 for, 17,774 against)
• Certified Proposition B passed (26,967 for, 13,328 against)

General

The Board of Commissioners will meet to officially canvass and certify the results of the Special Charter Amendment Election held on November 5, 2024. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session.

• Official canvass of November 5, 2024, Special Election returns
• Adoption of an ordinance certifying the Special Charter Amendment Election results

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider approvals for several residential subdivisions and the purchase of AMI meters and transceivers. The body will also act on bids for sludge management and professional services for a brackish groundwater treatment facility.

• Approval of Sprague Waterfalls Apartments Subdivision (43 Lots - 176 Units)
• Purchase and delivery of AMI Meters and Transceivers
• Bid for sludge management services
• Professional Services Amendment No. 1 for Brackish Groundwater Treatment Facility - Phase I Contract
• Designation of David Vasquez as an Investment Officer

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to ask staff questions about the regular meeting agenda, receive a presentation on designating existing fireworks stands as non-conforming uses, and then convene in executive session to discuss real estate, economic development, transportation infrastructure, litigation, and employment contracts. The fireworks stand item is the only public discussion item on the agenda.

• Presentation and discussion of proposal to designate existing fireworks stands as non-conforming uses, allowing ongoing operations unless development occurs nearby

The commission heard a staff presentation on designating existing fireworks stands as non-conforming uses, with options for 150-ft or 300-ft trigger distances that would require sprinkler systems or closure. No decision was made; the council directed staff to bring the item to the next regular meeting for discussion and consideration. The meeting also included an executive session on legal, real estate, and personnel matters, but no substantive decisions were recorded.

• Directed staff to bring fireworks stand non-conforming use proposal to next regular meeting
• Held executive session on real estate, economic development, legal, and personnel matters (no action recorded)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several conditional use permits and one rezoning request. The body will also consider contract awards for city equipment, facility upgrades, and airport services.

• Conditional Use Permits for a bar/billiards at 400 Nolana Avenue, event centers at 2313 Harvey Drive and 4101 Expressway 83, and a church at 14500 North Shary Road
• Rezoning of 1.03 acres at 5721 North Ware Road from Light Commercial to Commercial Industrial
• Contract awards for Fire Department uniforms, a motor grader, and a 2023 Ford F550 for the Convention Center
• Approval of a contract for the Public Works HVAC Repair Project
• Resolution supporting TxDOT design modifications for the proposed SH 68 corridor

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved three conditional use permits (bar/billiards, two event centers) and a church permit, and rezoned a property on North Ware Road to C-3. They also approved consent agenda items including contracts for media upgrades, fire uniforms, a motor grader, and a Ford F550. One smoke shop permit remained tabled, and a variance request was tabled.

• Approved CUP for bar/billiards at 400 Nolana Ave, Suite G (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for event center at 2313 Harvey Drive (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for event center at 4101 Expressway 83 (unanimous)
• Approved C-3 zoning at 5721 North Ware Road (5-1, Zamora against)
• Approved CUP for church at 14500 North Shary Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $96,176.22 contract to Nelco Media (unanimous)
• Approved $120,120.00 contract to Galls LLC for fire uniforms (unanimous)
• Tabled CUP for smoke shop at 630 South 23rd Street (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will approve routine subdivision items on the consent agenda. The board will discuss and possibly approve a developer participation request and wastewater final reimbursement certificates for the Nemont Estates II Subdivision. An executive session is scheduled for a consultation with the city attorney regarding pending litigation. The meeting will also consider future agenda items before adjourning.

• Approve 29th Sunrise Village Subdivision (2 residential lots) – consent agenda
• Approve Georgia Subdivision (1 residential lot) – consent agenda
• Discuss and possibly approve participation request for Nemont Estates II Subdivision
• Discuss and possibly approve wastewater final reimbursement certificate for Nemont Estates II Subdivision
• Executive session consultation with city attorney on pending litigation

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to review the October 28 regular meeting agenda and receive presentations on car wash development and a campground project. The body will also enter executive session to discuss legal matters and real estate acquisitions.

• Presentation on regulating the development of car washes
• Presentation on Campground Project Update
• Executive session regarding eminent domain for two tracts of land in Hidalgo Canal Company Subdivision for airport use
• Executive session regarding the lease, sale, or purchase of Tract 1 and Tract 2
• Executive session regarding pending litigation Cause No. C-4698-23-M

The City Commission met for a workshop to discuss proposed car wash development restrictions and potential names for a campground project. No formal votes were taken during the session.

• Directed staff to bring campground naming options back to a later meeting
• Discussed proposed car wash restrictions including a half-mile radius requirement

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will hold a public hearing on three rezoning requests, including two at North Taylor Road and one at North 29th Street. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as contract awards, tax refunds, and consent agenda items, along with an executive session for legal and real estate discussions.

• Rezone 9.985 acres at 3224 North Taylor Road from R-3T to R-3A
• Rezone 10 acres at 3320 North Taylor Road from R-1 to R-3A
• Award contract for El Rancho Regional Stormwater Drainage Facility Improvements
• Award contract for Design Engineering Services for 2nd Street and Wisconsin Road Roundabout
• Consideration of tax refund over $500.00

The McAllen City Commission approved the use of eminent domain to acquire two tracts of land for airport expansion, and authorized the City Attorney and City Manager to proceed with real estate transactions discussed in executive session. The commission also approved multiple rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for a parking facility, and various contracts and ordinances.

• Authorized eminent domain to acquire two tracts for airport (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3224 N Taylor Rd to R-3A (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3320 N Taylor Rd to R-3A (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 8516 N 29th St to R-3T (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for parking facility at 3616 Harvey Dr (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,344,796.46 contract for El Rancho stormwater drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $250,000 contract for 28th St & Wisconsin Rd roundabout design (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance regulating car wash development (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will consider a water supply and delivery contract addendum with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 1. The board will also review subdivision approvals and a wastewater mentoring program agreement.

• Addendum to permanent water supply and delivery contract with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 1
• Approval of Pecan Heights (13 Lots-Townhome units)
• Approval of Habitat at Hackberry Subdivision (2 - Lot Family Residential)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Texas Department of State Health Services for wastewater mentoring program
• Final Reconciliation Change Order #1 for 2024 Manhole Rehabilitation Project Phase VI

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the Unified Development Code and car wash regulations. The meeting will include an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding eminent domain for a park and potential real estate transactions.

• Discussion on car washes
• Presentation on Unified Development Code
• Executive session on eminent domain for park land
• Executive session on real estate lease, sale, or purchase
• Executive session on economic development matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners met in a workshop on October 14, 2024. Staff presented on car washes, noting Brownsville and Edinburg have adopted restrictions amid drought conditions, and the commission directed staff to bring a proposed car wash ordinance back for review at the October 28 regular meeting. Staff also gave an update on the Unified Development Code, adopted last May, which was open for public comment from September 9 through October 9, 2024. The commission then went into executive session on eminent domain, real estate, economic development, and employment contracts; no decisions from that session are recorded in these minutes.

• Directed staff to bring a proposed car wash ordinance back for review at the October 28 regular meeting
• No action recorded on the Unified Development Code update; staff presentation and council questions only
• Executive session held on eminent domain, real estate, economic development, and employment contracts; no outcomes recorded

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will hold a public hearing on routine rezoning and conditional use permits, including several parcels changing to multifamily residential zones and permits for an oil‑change facility, a bar, and a smoke shop. A consent agenda will approve contracts, change orders, and resolutions for various municipal projects. Additional agenda items include bids for facility upgrades, an ordinance regulating car washes, and variances. An executive session will discuss eminent‑domain authority for park land.

• Rezone 17.904‑acre tract at 2700 State Highway 107 from C‑3 to R‑3T
• Rezone 6.10‑acre tract at 9400 North Bicentennial Boulevard from R‑1 to R‑3T
• Conditional Use Permit for oil‑change facility at 900 South Jackson Road (900 S Jackson LLC)
• Award of contract for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Services (Project No. 06‑24‑S58‑916)
• Ordinance regulating development of car washes

The McAllen City Commission denied a rezoning request on Rancho Road despite staff recommendation, and tabled a conditional use permit for a smoke shop at 630 South 23rd Street at the applicant's request. The commission also approved routine rezoning and conditional use permits, including an oil change facility at 900 South Jackson Road, and adopted several consent agenda items, including contracts and change orders.

• Denied rezoning on Rancho Road (3-2)
• Tabled smoke shop conditional use permit at 630 South 23rd Street
• Approved R-3T zoning at 9400 North Bicentennial Boulevard
• Approved conditional use permit for oil change facility at 900 South Jackson Road
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Daffodil Avenue Roadway Widening
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Morris Park Improvements ($128,003.50 deduct)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Anzalduas Bridge Infrastructure Improvements ($10,027 deduct)
• Awarded contract to Delta Fire & Safety TX for bunker gear ($229,148.69)

General

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #2A Board of Directors will meet to consider approving project funds spent on construction for FY 2022-2024. The board will also review financial statements and discuss project progress.

• Approval of project funds expended for construction FY 2022-2024
• Review and acceptance of Financial Statement for Fiscal Year end September 30, 2023
• Review and acceptance of unaudited Financial Statement for month ended March 31, 2024
• Appointment or re-appointment of TIRZ Board Members 1 through 4

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider adopting the City of McAllen Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, which includes the McAllen Public Utility Budget. The body will also review a grant application for desalination construction and the City's Investment Policy and Strategy.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Budget, including the McAllen Public Utility Budget
• Grant application to the Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Desalination Construction Projects Under the WIIN Act
• Approval of the City's Investment Policy and Strategy
• Approval of AFG Plaza Subdivision (1 Lot, Commercial)
• Sewer participation for Northwood Trails II & III Subdivision

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will convene a workshop meeting that includes a closed executive session to consult with legal counsel on personnel processes, economic development, contractual agreements, and potential real estate transactions. The public portion allows questions about the regular meeting agenda.

• Executive session for legal consultation on personnel process
• Discussion of economic development matters
• Possible lease, sale, or purchase of Real Estate Property, Tract 1

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on September 23, 2024, with no public comment and no questions about the upcoming regular meeting agenda. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel, economic development, contractual agreements, and real estate, then adjourned without taking any formal votes or decisions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Entered executive session for legal, personnel, economic development, and real estate discussions

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on the 2024-2025 annual budget and property tax rate. The body will also consider assessments for the Tres Lagos Public Improvement District and review various city contracts and grants.

• Adoption of the City of McAllen Annual Budget and Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Public hearing and possible action on the Tres Lagos Public Improvement District 2024-2025 Service and Assessment Plan
• Contract award for one 2024 Police Motorhome Fleetwood Flair Model 29M
• Authorization to negotiate with a firm for the design of the New Palm Valley Animal Society Animal Shelter Project
• Abandonment of a 0.061-acre utility easement at 5201 Military Highway

The McAllen City Commission unanimously adopted the FY 2024-2025 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.449989 per $100 valuation, a 1.25% increase. The commission also approved several contracts, including a $122,566 police motorhome and a $32,846 architectural design contract, and tabled a conditional use permit for a parking facility.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 annual budget (unanimous)
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.449989 per $100 valuation, a 1.25% increase (unanimous)
• Approved $122,566 contract for 2024 Police Motorhome (unanimous)
• Approved $32,846 architectural design contract for evidence storage room (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Dove Avenue improvements, final amount $3,247,063.74 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 7 for bridge pedestrian improvements, final amount $1,262,936.09 (unanimous)
• Approved election administration contract with Hidalgo County (unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use permit for parking facility at 3616 Harvey Drive

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review several service contracts, including engineering for a brackish groundwater desalination project. The meeting also includes proposals to increase expenditures for the Water Depreciation and Wastewater funds for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

• Initial Scope of Service for Carollo Engineering for the North Mcallen Brackish Groundwater Desalination Project
• Budget increase for the Water Depreciation Fund (FY 2023-2024)
• Budget increase for the Wastewater Fund (FY 2023-2024)
• Change Order # 2 for the Six Mile Road Sanitary Sewer Line
• Award of contract for Third-Party Administrative Services for Workers Compensation Claims Management

General

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #2A Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and construction status. The board may take action to approve project funds spent on construction for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Approval of project funds expended for construction FY 2023-2024
• Financial report review
• Updates on project estimates and construction status

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss items for a future regular meeting. The session includes presentations on grant administration and airport terminal capacity and parking rates.

• Airport Terminal Capacity Study Update
• Airport Parking Rate Schedule Presentation
• Presentation on Grant Administration
• Executive session on economic development
• Executive session on employee benefit options

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on grant administration and an airport terminal capacity study with parking rate options. Council discussed these topics and asked questions, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned after an executive session.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will also consider several rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and the award of various service contracts.

• Public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Rezone 1701 Dove Avenue from C-3L (light commercial) to C-3 (general business)
• Conditional Use Permits for a mechanic shop (218 South 23rd Street), two bars (400 Nolana Avenue), a smoke shop (1631 North 10th Street), and an event center (4108 North 10th Street)
• Acceptance of grant funds from the Texas Department of Transportation for STEP-COMP and STEP-CMV programs
• Variance requests regarding Right-of-Way and pavement widening for South 10th Street, Lindberg Avenue, and U.S. Expressway 83

The Commission denied the C-3 rezoning at 4800 Buddy Owens Boulevard after two motions failed to achieve the required super majority. It approved routine rezoning and conditional use permits, including a mechanic shop, two bars, a smoke shop, and an event center, all with conditions. Several contracts and grants were approved, and a parking facility permit was tabled.

• Denied C-3 rezoning at 4800 Buddy Owens Blvd (front) after motion failed 2-5
• Denied alternate C-3L/back R1 zoning at 4800 Buddy Owens Blvd after motion failed 5-2
• Approved C-3 zoning at 1701 Dove Ave (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permits for mechanic shop, two bars, smoke shop, event center (unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use permit for parking facility at 3616 Harvey Dr (unanimous)
• Approved $97,900 contract for compensation analysis (unanimous)
• Approved $166,650 contract for workers comp claims management (unanimous)
• Approved change order for debris removal services (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will consider routine items including the purchase of water meters, the approval of several subdivisions, and contracts for water treatment and lift station projects. The board will also review financial reports and hold an executive session.

• Approval of AMI Meters purchase
• Approval of Heights on Wisconsin Subdivision
• Approval of Jackson Meadows Storage Lots Replat
• Approval of Pecan Bentsen Retail Subdivision
• Approval of Southeast Lift Station Project contract

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to review the budget wrap-up and present the McAllen Vision Zero Adoption Plan. The session will also include presentations on an Airport Terminal Capacity Study and conclude with an executive session.

• Budget Wrap-Up discussion
• McAllen Vision Zero Adoption Plan presentation
• Airport Terminal Capacity Study presentation
• Executive session on legal counsel consultation
• Executive session on economic development matters

The commission held a workshop with no votes or formal decisions. Staff presented budget wrap-up items, the Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, and an airport terminal capacity study. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned after an executive session.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will hold a public hearing on multiple zoning requests and conditional use permits, followed by a consent agenda of routine approvals. The body will also consider awarding contracts for 911 EMS and pavement preservation, and discuss the 2024 proposed tax rate.

• Public hearing on 8 zoning and 4 conditional use permit requests
• Award of 911 EMS service contract
• Award of 2024 Pavement Preservation Project contract
• Discussion of 2024 Proposed Tax Rate
• Adoption of McAllen Vision Zero Action Plan

The McAllen City Commission approved a $1.5 million contract with Lone Star EMS for 911 emergency medical services, awarded a $108,192.50 pavement preservation contract, and approved multiple rezoning and conditional use permits. Several items were tabled, including a rezoning at 4800 Buddy Owens Boulevard, and a resolution regarding the Boeye Reservoir passed 5-1.

• Awarded $1.5M 911 EMS contract to Lone Star EMS (unanimous)
• Awarded $108,192.50 pavement preservation contract to Pavement Restoration, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-4 at 105 Dicker Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-1 at 3920 South Jackson Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-3 at 4524 South Ware Road (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning at 4800 Buddy Owens Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permits for bars, event center, guest house, and soccer fields (unanimous)
• Approved Boeye Reservoir resolution (5-1, Mayor Pro Tem Quintanilla opposed)

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will review the fiscal year 2024‑2025 budget for the city. After the budget discussion, the commission may enter executive session to consult with legal counsel and to deliberate on real‑property, personnel, and economic‑development matters. The meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Champion Lakes Golf Course, 2701 South Ware Road.

• Discussion of FY 2024‑2025 City of McAllen budget
• Executive session for attorney consultation (Tex. Gov. Code §551.071)
• Executive session deliberation on real property matters (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
• Executive session deliberation on personnel matters (Tex. Gov. Code §551.074)
• Executive session deliberation on economic development matters (Tex. Gov. Code §551.087)

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the fiscal year 2024-2025 city budget. The meeting includes an executive session for legal consultation, real property deliberation, personnel matters, and economic development under Texas Government Code.

The McAllen City Commission held a workshop to review capital improvement projects and the FY 2023-2024 budget. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational, with staff presentations and council discussion. The meeting adjourned without objection.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will meet to consider two main items: a potential ordinance to call an election to amend the city charter and the appointment of a new City Manager. The meeting may also include an executive session to consult with legal counsel on legal issues related to the City Manager appointment and other matters.

• Consideration and possible approval of an ordinance to call an election to amend the City Charter
• Possible action regarding appointment of City Manager

The commission unanimously approved an ordinance calling an election to amend the city charter. It also took action on the city manager appointment in executive session, voting unanimously to proceed as discussed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved ordinance to call election to amend city charter (unanimous)
• Approved action on city manager appointment as discussed in executive session (unanimous)

General

The Tres Lagos Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve four developer reimbursement requests totaling $9,345,668. The board will also receive a briefing on the Tres Lagos Project and review minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting
• Briefing on Tres Lagos Project status
• Approval of TIRZ reimbursement request #41: $2,482,535
• Approval of TIRZ reimbursement request #42: $3,273,637
• Approval of TIRZ reimbursement request #43: $1,898,063

General

The Tres Lagos Public Improvement District board will meet to discuss and possibly approve minutes from the April 9 meeting, receive updates on the Tres Lagos project and property management, and take action on a 2024-2025 service and assessment plan. The board will also consider a resolution for stormwater drainage access with TXDOT and recommend appointments to the City Commission.

• Approve 2024-2025 Service and Assessment Plan with debt service, maintenance, and technology assessments
• Approve 2024-2025 Assessment Roll including residential, commercial, and technology assessments
• Consider resolution for TXDOT conditional access to PID-owned detention pond for stormwater drainage
• Recommend board member appointments/reappointments to the City Commission
• Receive briefing on Tres Lagos project status and community property management update

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission meeting will include a discussion of the FY 2024‑2025 city budget. After the budget discussion, the commission may enter executive session to consult with legal counsel and deliberate on real‑property, personnel, and economic‑development matters. The meeting is scheduled for August 14, 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Champion Lakes Golf Course, 2701 South Ware Road.

• Discussion of FY 2024‑2025 City of McAllen budget
• Executive session for attorney consultation (Tex. Gov. Code §551.071)
• Executive session deliberation on real property (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
• Executive session deliberation on personnel matters (Tex. Gov. Code §551.074)
• Executive session deliberation on economic development (Tex. Gov. Code §551.087)

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review the FY 2024-2025 budget, with staff presenting debt obligations and department budgets for Public Works, Champion Lakes Golf Course, Convention Center, Airport, Bus Terminal, and Bridge. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only, and staff noted council suggestions for the budget wrap-up.

• Reviewed FY 2024-2025 budget presentations (no votes taken)
• Discussed debt obligations including Sales Tax Revenue Bonds and General Obligation Bonds
• Noted council suggestions for budget revisions in wrap-up

General

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session is for consultation with legal counsel regarding the appointment process for the City Manager.

• Executive session regarding City Manager appointment process

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on August 13, 2024, primarily in executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding the appointment process for the city manager. After reconvening, the board unanimously authorized the city manager to take action as discussed in the closed session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized city manager to take action as discussed in executive session (unanimous among those present)

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will consider awarding construction contracts for water and sewerline improvements. The board will also vote on the Palm Villas Subdivision and elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Award of contract for Balboa Waterline Improvements Phase III Project (CDBG funded)
• Award of construction contract for FM 676 (5 Mile) Sewerline Adjustment
• Approval of Palm Villas Subdivision (16 Townhomes)
• Election of Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of an Interim Board Secretary

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission meeting on August 13, 2024 will include a discussion of the FY 2024‑2025 city budget. The commission may also retire to executive session to consult with legal counsel and consider matters related to real property, personnel, and economic development. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2024‑2025 City of McAllen Budget
• Potential executive session on attorney consultation (Gov. Code §551.071)
• Potential executive session on real property matters (Gov. Code §551.072)
• Potential executive session on personnel matters (Gov. Code §551.074)
• Potential executive session on economic development matters (Gov. Code §551.087)

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, with presentations from Engineering, Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire, and Information Technology departments. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was for discussion and staff noted council suggestions would be included in the budget wrap-up. The meeting adjourned after an executive session.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Discussed FY 2024-2025 budget for Engineering, Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire, and IT departments
• Staff noted council suggestions would be included in budget wrap-up

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for a workshop to review items for a future regular meeting. The session includes presentations on park improvements and transit options, as well as an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Presentation of Kappler Park Improvements
• Presentation of Overflow Option for Paratransit and Micro Transit
• Executive session regarding Municipal Employment Contracts
• Executive session regarding Potential Litigation

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on Kappler Park improvements and a proposed Uber overflow option for paratransit and metro transit; council discussed both but took no action. The meeting included an executive session on legal and personnel matters, and adjourned without public comment.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will hold a public hearing on several routine rezoning items and conditional use permits for new businesses. It will also vote on a consent agenda covering minutes, change orders, contracts for public improvements, and interlocal vehicle donation agreements. Additional items include bids for contracts, ordinance amendments, a street‑name change resolution, and variance requests. The meeting will conclude with executive‑session consultations with the city attorney on employment and litigation matters.

• Rezone 2.454‑acre tract at 105 Dicker Road from C‑3 (general business) to C‑4 (commercial‑industrial)
• Rezone Lots 1‑3 at 1001 North Jackson Road from C‑4 (commercial‑industrial) to I‑1 (light industrial)
• Conditional Use Permit for a CBD smoke shop at 1500 North 23rd Street, Suite 140‑150 (Executive Steak House Subdivision)
• Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 2201 West Dove Avenue, Dove Commercial Park
• Conditional Use Permit for a smoke shop at 4815 North 10th Street, Suite 100 (Golden Suites Subdivision)

The McAllen City Commission approved a limit of eight domesticated animals per household, multiple rezoning and conditional use permits, and several contracts including a $1.86M Kappler Park improvement project. All votes were unanimous except a variance for the Barton Subdivision, which passed 5-1.

• Adopted ordinance limiting domesticated animals to 8 per household (unanimous)
• Approved C-4 zoning at 105 Dicker Road (unanimous)
• Approved I-1 zoning at 1001 North Jackson Road (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permits for smoke shops and a bar (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,861,709.03 contract for Kappler Park improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $318,745.38 contract for bridge restroom renovations (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Barton Subdivision right-of-way, Option 2 (5-1)
• Approved interlocal agreements for surplus vehicle donations to Mexican cities (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the FY 2024-2025 City of McAllen Budget. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session.

• Discussion of FY 2024-2025 City of McAllen Budget
• Executive session regarding legal consultation, real property, personnel matters, and economic development

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, which includes a property tax rate reduction to 0.449989, a total budget of $652 million, and 3.5% compensation increases for all employees. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only, with staff answering council questions. The meeting adjourned after an executive session.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2024-2025 budget (no vote taken)
• Discussed property tax rate reduction to 0.449989
• Noted $652 million total budget
• Noted 3.5% compensation increases for all employees
• Noted 25 new employee positions across all funds
• Discussed $3.4 million for street maintenance
• Held executive session for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will consider routine approvals including minutes, consent agenda items, and a contract amendment. Key actions include purchasing AMI meters, approving three subdivision plats, and amending a sewer line engineering contract. The board may also enter executive session for legal, land, personnel, and economic development matters.

• Approval of Valencia Marketplace Lots 6D & 6E (16 commercial units)
• Approval of Taylor Valley Estates Subdivision (40 residential lots)
• Approval of Twelfth Street Commerce Subdivision (1 commercial lot)
• Purchase of AMI meters
• Amendment No. 1 to engineering contract for 5-Mile Road Sewer Line Adjustment Project

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss ordinances on pet ownership and signs, and to receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan. The commission may also enter executive session for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of ordinances for pet ownership and signs
• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan
• Executive session on economic development, real property, personnel, and legal matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss potential updates to pet ownership and sign ordinances, and received a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding. No formal decisions were made; all items were scheduled for action at the regular meeting. The meeting included an executive session and public comments.

• Discussed pet ownership and sign ordinance updates (no action)
• Reviewed FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for HUD (no action)
• Held executive session on economic development, legal, and personnel matters (no action)

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission is holding a regular meeting to decide on a range of items, including a budget amendment for insurance funds, a grant application for parks, several construction and equipment contracts, and an ordinance that would limit the number of pets per household. They will also consider fee changes for vital statistics and a variance request for a subdivision block length. The agenda includes routine consent items and executive session discussions on legal and economic development matters.

• Ordinance establishing limits on domesticated animals per household
• Budget Amendment for Insurance Funds Distribution
• Grant application to Texas Parks and Wildlife for FY2025 Local Parks Grant Program
• Contract for North 41st Street at Daffodil Avenue Drainage Improvements
• Fee and Service Changes for McAllen Vital Statistics

The McAllen Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $923,788.51 budget amendment for insurance funds, several contracts (elevator refurbishment, evidence collection vehicle, drainage improvements), change orders, and a FY 2024-2025 CDBG/HOME/ESG action plan. The ordinance limiting domesticated animals per household was tabled. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved $923,788.51 budget amendment for insurance funds (unanimous)
• Awarded $72,232 contract to Rio Elevator Company for elevator refurbishment (unanimous)
• Awarded $145,000 contract to SIRCHIE Vehicles for evidence collection vehicle (unanimous)
• Awarded $116,908.64 contract to M.J.A. Construction for drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Quinta Mazatlan Center (no GMP change) (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for McAllen South Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Jackson Hike & Bike Phase II ($189,555) (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance limiting domesticated animals per household (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review previous meeting minutes and a final reimbursement certificate for the Silverado Moon Subdivision. The agenda includes discussion regarding employee health plan recommendations and potential executive sessions.

• Approval of June 25, 2024, meeting minutes
• Final Reimbursement Certificate for the Silverado Moon Subdivision
• Employee Health Plan Recommendations discussion
• Executive session regarding pending litigation
• Executive session regarding land transactions, personnel matters, and economic development negotiations

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city programs. Topics include a classification and compensation study, the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program, and a review of the McAllen Vision Zero plan.

• Presentation on Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program
• Discussion on Proposed Classification and Compensation Study
• Plan Review of McAllen Vision Zero
• Executive Session regarding real estate property, municipal employment contracts, and economic development

The City Commission met for a workshop to receive presentations on the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program, a proposed classification and compensation study, and the McAllen Vision Zero plan. No formal votes or substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several land rezoning requests and various city contracts. The meeting includes discussions on airport infrastructure, bus purchases, and tax collection reports.

• Rezoning of 401 North Ware Road from R-2 to C-3L
• Rezoning of 11601 North Bicentennial Boulevard from A-O to R-3A
• Rezoning of 900 East Violet Avenue from R-3A to R-3T
• Rezoning of 105 Dicker Road from C-3 to C-4
• Contract award for Passenger Boarding Bridge Improvements at McAllen International Airport

The City Commission approved several zoning changes and a Planned Unit Development for townhomes. The board awarded multiple infrastructure contracts for the airport and transit systems and authorized a classification and compensation study.

• Awarded $3,089,439.00 contract to GEMS Technical Services for airport boarding bridge improvements
• Awarded $426,591.24 contract to Transit Sales International for three refurbished buses
• Approved C-3L zoning at 401 North Ware Road and R-3T zoning at 900 East Violet Avenue
• Denied R-3A zoning at 11601 North Bicentennial Boulevard
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development at 4900 North Ware Road
• Approved $75,606.03 change order for Northwest Blueline Regional Stormwater Detention Facility
• Approved changes to Employee Health Plan
• Authorized City Manager and Attorney to negotiate lease extension and acquire property for Tract 1

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider several infrastructure projects including groundwater desalination and roadway utility work. The meeting also includes discussions on water public improvements for La Lomita Paradise and North Park on 107 Subdivision.

• Selection of consulting engineering firm for the Brackish Groundwater Desalination Project (05-24-S50-497)
• First Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Phase 2 of Taylor Roadway Utility Improvements
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for the Force Main Crossing at the Main Canal at FM 676 (5-Mile Road)
• Water Public Improvements for La Lomita Paradise
• Buy Board Quote (# 672-22) for a Groundwater Test Well installation at North WTP

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a joint meeting with the McAllen Public Utility Board of Trustees. The agenda includes a presentation on the drought contingency plan and a presentation on the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program.

• Presentation on McAllen Public Utility's Drought Contingency Plan
• Presentation on Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program

The McAllen Board of Commissioners and McAllen Public Utility Board held a joint workshop to receive a presentation and discuss the Drought Contingency Plan. The commission also held an executive session to discuss legal, real estate, and personnel matters, but recorded no substantive decisions or votes.

• Received presentation on McAllen Public Utility's Drought Contingency Plan (no action)
• Held executive session on legal, real estate, and personnel matters (no action recorded)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several zoning changes and conditional use permits for residential, business, and event uses. The agenda also includes contract awards for park engineering, furniture purchases, and city-wide grounds maintenance.

• Rezone 2404 South 28th Street from R-1 to R-2
• Conditional Use Permit for 80’s Brewery at 400 Nolana Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a church at 2016 Houston Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for an event center at 2109 South 10th Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a food truck park at 4900 Tres Lagos Boulevard

The City Commission approved several conditional use permits, including a planned unit development at 2021 South Taylor Road, and awarded multiple contracts for city infrastructure and maintenance. Commissioners also voted to deny a proposed rate increase for AEP Texas and authorized the City Manager to proceed with various legal and real estate negotiations discussed in executive session.

• Approved PUD at 2021 South Taylor Road (4-2)
• Denied rezoning at 1113 East Pineridge Avenue (unanimous)
• Awarded $782,834 contract for two refuse trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $74,600 engineering contract for El Rancho Park (unanimous)
• Approved $64,933 furniture contract for Quinta Mazatlan (unanimous)
• Approved $74,858 furniture contract for Fire Training Facility (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to deny AEP Texas rate increase (unanimous)
• Authorized lease extension negotiations with American Red Cross (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss economic development matters. The body may also enter executive sessions regarding legal counsel, real property, and personnel matters.

• Economic Development Matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners met in a special meeting and recessed into executive session. Upon reconvening, the commission authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to approve a budget increase as discussed in executive session.

• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to approve budget increase discussed in executive session (5-1)

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider a quote for a groundwater test well installation at the North WTP. The meeting includes discussions regarding utility layouts for the Georgia Subdivision and potential real estate transactions.

• Installation of a Groundwater Test Well at North WTP
• Declaration of MPU vehicles and property as surplus
• Revised participation to Georgia Subdivision
• Discussion of real estate property Tract 1
• Discussion of real estate property Tract 2

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a joint meeting with the McAllen Public Utility Board to review the Employee Health Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the expansion of Police Training Facilities and an Indoor Firearms Training Center.

• Review of the Employee Health Plan
• Discussion of Police Training Facilities and Indoor Firearms Training Center expansion
• Executive session regarding Economic Development Contracts
• Executive session regarding Real Estate Property, Tract 1
• Executive session regarding Municipal Employment Contracts

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on June 10, 2024, jointly with the McAllen Public Utility Board of Trustees. Staff presented an update on the Employee Health Plan, including medical and pharmacy spending, high-cost members, and 2024 goals, and a Frontier representative discussed coordinated care and network claims. Police Chief Victor Rodriguez presented an update on expanding police training facilities and adding an indoor firearms training center, noting state law requires annual firearms training and that the department currently uses outdoor facilities in Palmhurst, Texas. The meeting then went into executive session on economic development contracts, real property, and municipal employment contracts; the mayor announced action would be taken at the regular meeting, and the meeting adjourned without objection. No substantive decisions were made at this workshop.

• No substantive decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Employee Health Plan update presented; no action taken
• Police training facility and indoor firearms training center update presented; no action taken
• Executive session held on economic development contracts, real property (Tract 1), and municipal employment contracts
• Mayor announced action on executive session items would be taken at the regular meeting

City Commission

The McAllen City Commission will consider several zoning changes, including rezonings for Buddy Owens Boulevard and Trenton Road. The meeting also includes discussions on airport cargo facilities, bridge inspection agreements, and various city contracts.

• Rezoning of 3900 Buddy Owens Boulevard from C-2 to C-3 and C-4 districts
• Conditional Use Permit for a parking facility at 813 Kennedy Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a Bar and Grill (The Duchess) at 2200 Nolana Avenue
• Cargo Facility Lease at McAllen International Airport
• Anzalduas International Bridge Northbound and Southbound Inspection Facility funding amendments

The McAllen City Commission approved routine rezoning and conditional use permit items on its June 10, 2024 consent and public hearing agendas, but denied a C-3 rezoning at 3201 Trenton Road after four residents spoke in opposition. The commission also approved a professional services contract of $2,010,000 to Milnet Architectural Services PLLC for design of a new McAllen City Hall, with a possible work authorization of $1,328,000. In executive session, the commission authorized the city manager and city attorney to act on economic development contracts, negotiate the sale of real property, and act on municipal employment contracts.

• Approved routine rezoning and conditional use permit items (unanimous)
• Denied C-3L rezoning at 3201 Trenton Road (unanimous)
• Approved C-3 zoning at 3900 Buddy Owens Boulevard (Tract II) (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for parking facility at 2216 El Rancho Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda except Item 2G (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Shary Road improvements from SH 107 to Mile 9 Road (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Rio United Builders, LLC for $191,800.00 for bollards at Heart of the City Crossing (consent)
• Awarded contract to Milnet Architectural Services PLLC for $2,010,000 for design of new McAllen City Hall (unanimous)

General

The McAllen Board of Commissioners is holding a special joint meeting with the McAllen Economic Development Corporation. The session includes discussions regarding economic matters and consultation with the City Attorney regarding legal issues related to economic development contracts.

• Consideration of economic matters
• Consultation with City Attorney regarding economic development contracts

The McAllen Board of Commissioners met in a special meeting on May 30, 2024, and went into executive session to discuss economic development matters and legal issues related to economic development contracts. After reconvening, the minutes record no action on either item. The meeting adjourned at 1:48 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• No action taken on economic development matters (executive session item)
• No action taken on consultation with city attorney regarding economic development contracts

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will consider several budget amendments for the 2023-2024 fiscal year affecting the Water, Wastewater, and Water Depreciation funds. The meeting includes actions on polymer supply bids, lift station electrical control panels, and water public improvement participation.

• Approval of La Lomita Paradise Subdivision (42 residential lots)
• Acceptance of bid from Polydyne Inc. for polymer supply to Wastewater Treatment Plants
• Acceptance of bids for seven lift station electrical control panels
• Budget amendments for the Water, Water Depreciation, and Wastewater funds
• MPU participation for Sharpless Square Subdivision water public improvement

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several city projects and programs. Discussion topics include a thoroughfare plan review between Nolana Avenue and SH 107, as well as updates on street lights by district.

• Street Lights by District Update
• Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program discussion
• Thoroughfare Plan Review between Nolana Avenue and SH 107
• Executive session regarding McAllen Independent School District and Quinta Mazatlan contracts

The Board of Commissioners met for a workshop to receive staff updates on street light distribution by district and a thoroughfare plan review between Nolana Avenue and SH 107. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Commission

The City Commission will review several rezoning requests and conditional use permits for businesses and churches. The meeting also includes discussions on utility easements, roadway improvements, and a dark fiber lease agreement.

• Rezoning of 113, 119, & 125 E. Pecan Boulevard from light commercial to general business
• Rezoning of 4420 North Ware Road from light industrial to multifamily residential apartment
• Conditional use permit for a bar at 114 South 20th Street
• Conditional use permit for a gasoline station at 620 East Ridge Road
• Contract award for HVAC system cooling tower repairs at the Convention Center

The McAllen City Commission approved most routine rezoning and conditional use permit items on May 28, 2024, but denied a request to rezone 113, 119, 125 E. Pecan Boulevard from C-3L to C-3 after a 3-3 vote. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a bar at 114 South 20th Street, a gasoline station at 620 E. Ridge Road, a church at 708 East Ridgeland Avenue, a bar at 2007 Orchid Avenue, and a church at 7824 North Bentsen Road. In other business, the commission rejected a recommended $73,664.00 HVAC cooling tower repair contract, approved a $20,400.00 contract amendment for the 33rd Street Roadway Improvements Project, and approved an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for Shary Road improvements. No action was taken in executive session.

• Denied C-3 rezoning at 113, 119, 125 E. Pecan Boulevard (3-3 vote)
• Approved R-3A zoning at 4420 N. Ware Road (REAR)
• Approved C-3 zoning at 6317 North Ware Road
• Approved conditional use permit for a bar at 114 South 20th Street (one year)
• Approved conditional use permit for a gasoline station at 620 E. Ridge Road (life of use)
• Approved conditional use permit for a church at 708 East Ridgeland Avenue (life of use)
• Approved conditional use permit for a bar at 2007 Orchid Avenue (two years)
• Approved conditional use permit for a church at 7824 North Bentsen Road (life of use)

Public Utility Board

The Board will consider a change order for the Large Diameter Pipeline Replacement Project – Ph. I. Members will also review a resolution to apply for Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART grants. The agenda includes updates on financial operations and subdivision approvals.

• Change Order Number 3 for the Large Diameter Pipeline Replacement Project – Ph. I
• Award consideration for water plant electrical equipment inspections, maintenance, and repairs
• Resolution for Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART grant application
• Approval of Aarya Terrace Subdivision and Club Addition lots

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to receive updates on the Bus Terminal and a mid-year budget amendment for the Employee Active Health Plan Fund. The meeting also includes several executive sessions regarding legal, personnel, and real estate matters.

• Bus Terminal update presentation
• Mid-year budget amendment for Employee Active Health Plan Fund
• Discussion of potential lease, sale, or purchase of Real Estate Property Tract 1, Tract 2, and Tract 3
• Legal consultation regarding contract between McAllen Independent School District and City of McAllen related to Quinta Mazatlan

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on May 13, 2024, which included presentations on the Central Station Bus Terminal updates and the Employee Active Health Plan fund. No votes were taken, and no ordinances or contracts were approved, denied, or tabled during the public portion of the meeting. The session concluded with an executive session and adjournment without objection.

• No substantive decisions made (workshop format)
• Bus terminal exterior/interior updates presented for discussion
• Employee health plan mid-year budget amendment presented for discussion
• Executive session held regarding legal, real estate, and economic development matters
• Meeting adjourned without objection at 5:00 p.m.

City Commission

The City Commission will review several zoning changes, including the annexation and multifamily rezoning of 2600 Sprague Road. The agenda also includes a mid-year budget amendment and various infrastructure contracts.

• Rezoning of 2600 Sprague Road to multifamily residential apartments
• Annexation of the 14.65 acre tract at 2600 Sprague Road
• Contract for concrete services for McAllen Metro sidewalk and bus stop improvements
• Mid-year budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Conditional Use Permit for Hernandez Tire Shop at 3601 State Highway 107

The City Commission approved several rezoning requests, including a multifamily residential project at 2600 Sprague Road despite public opposition. The board also awarded contracts for refuse trucks and debris removal and authorized negotiations for economic development and real estate matters.

• Approved initial zoning to R-3A at 2600 Sprague Road (Unanimous)
• Approved C-3L zoning at 2804 North Ware Road (Unanimous)
• Approved R-3A zoning at 4420 North Ware Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for automotive shop at 3601 State Highway 107 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $855,028 contract to Vanguard Truck Center and Bruckner Truck for refuse trucks (Unanimous)
• Awarded $432,900 contract to R. L. Abatement, Inc. for debris removal (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for cul-de-sac length at 4101 Idela Avenue (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized City Manager and Attorney to negotiate economic development and real estate terms (Various votes)

General

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the City Hall Expansion Project. The agenda also includes an executive session for consultation with the City Attorney and consideration of economic development matters.

• City Hall Expansion Project discussion
• Economic Development Matters deliberation

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on May 7, 2024, focused on the City Hall expansion project. Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC presented alternatives and estimated costs, and commissioners raised questions about parking, city vehicles, a medical building, and a 2-level parking garage. After an executive session, the commission voted unanimously among those present to authorize the City Manager to take action consistent with what was described in executive session regarding economic development matters. No action was taken on the legal issues related to the City Hall expansion project.

• Authorized City Manager to take action consistent with executive session discussion on economic development (unanimous among those present)
• No action taken on legal issues related to City Hall expansion project

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review subdivision approvals and utility layouts. The agenda includes consideration of the Manhole Rehabilitation Project 2024 and a reimbursement certificate for Chaises de Jardin.

• District Ph. 2 Subdivision approval
• Anaqua at Tres Lagos Phase I Subdivision approval
• McAllen Convention Center Lots 1B-1E Subdivision approval
• Havest Cove Phase II Subdivision approval
• i-Shine Car Wash- McAllen Subdivision approval

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city initiatives. Topics include an audit for the UTRGV McAllen Housing Authority and potential speed control measures for La Vista Avenue.

• UTRGV McAllen Housing Authority Walk Audit
• Age Friendly RGV Initiative
• Bicentennial Political Sign Issues
• La Vista Avenue Speed Control Options
• Airport Rental Car Customer Facility Charge

The City Commission conducted a workshop to review staff presentations on housing accessibility, senior initiatives, political sign removal, and speed control options. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The agenda also includes various contract awards, budget amendments, and airport lease agreements.

• Rezoning of 821 South 16th Street from R-2 to R-3T
• Rezoning of 7901 North 10th Street (Mid) from C-3 to R-3A
• Conditional use permit for a bar at 1200 Auburn Avenue, Building 300, Suite 300
• Contract award for El Rancho Road roadway widening from 2nd Street to Jackson Road
• Budget amendment for Los Encinos Turf Field Project

The City Commission approved several rezoning requests for residential and industrial use and awarded multiple infrastructure and equipment contracts. The board also authorized budget amendments for a turf field project and community center repairs.

• Approved rezoning at 821 S 16th St, 7901 N 10th St, and various Beech Ave/Cedar Ave properties
• Approved R-3A zoning at 4420 North Ware Road
• Awarded $64,854.69 to Millenium Products Inc. and $75,456.42 to Insane Impact of Clive for message boards
• Awarded $201,000.00 contract to Hanson Professional Services, Inc. for El Rancho Road widening
• Awarded $457,593.92 to Doggett Freightliner of South Texas, LLC for semi-trucks and a dump truck
• Approved $395,000.00 budget amendment for Los Encinos Turf Field Project
• Approved $44,969.00 budget amendment for A/C replacement at Las Palmas Community Center
• Authorized acquisition of real property for Tract 1 and Tract 2

General

The Tres Lagos TIRZ Board of Directors will receive a briefing on the status of the Tres Lagos Project. The board will also consider two reimbursement requests from a developer totaling over $3.8 million. Additionally, members will discuss board appointments and the selection of a Vice Chairman.

• Reimbursement request #39 for $1,982,976.13
• Reimbursement request #40 for $1,877,413.99
• Developer briefing on Tres Lagos Project status
• Appointment of Board Members and Vice Chairman

General

The Tres Lagos PID Board will receive a briefing from the developer regarding the status of the Tres Lagos Project. The board will also consider bylaws for several committees and discuss appointments for Board Members and a Vice Chairman.

• Developer briefing on Tres Lagos Project status
• Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of bylaws for Finance, Parks & Maintenance, Community Center, and Technology committees
• Consideration of Board Member appointments and reappointments
• Appointment of Vice Chairman position

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to ask staff questions regarding the April 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Agenda. The session includes an update on the South Pole, Marathon, and Holiday Parade. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss economic development, real property, and personnel matters.

• Questions to staff regarding the April 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Agenda
• South Pole, Marathon and Holiday Parade update
• Executive session regarding economic development, real property, and personnel matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners met in a workshop on April 8, 2024, with Mayor Pro Tem Omar Quintanilla presiding; Mayor Javier Villalobos and Commissioner Rodolfo "Rudy" Castillo were absent. Staff gave updates on the McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run, the South Pole Illuminated Festival, and the McAllen Holiday Parade, including an economic impact analysis for the parade. The minutes record no questions on the regular meeting agenda and no substantive decisions or votes; the commission went into executive session on economic development matters and adjourned at 5:00 p.m. The provided minutes are partial and do not record any action taken in or after the closed session.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded — workshop updates only
• No questions raised on the April 8 regular meeting agenda
• Executive session held on economic development matters (Section 551.087); no outcome recorded
• Meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several zoning changes and conditional use permits. The agenda also includes various contract awards for municipal equipment, drainage improvements, and a potential negotiation for the City Hall expansion project.

• Rezoning of 612 North Ware Road from duplex/fourplex to office building
• Rezoning of 4420 North Ware Road from light commercial to multifamily apartments
• Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development at 4900 North Ware Road
• Negotiation of services and fees for the City Hall Expansion Project
• Change order for Dove Avenue Roadway and Drainage Improvements

The Commission awarded a $1.1M drainage project to C&A Builders and selected Milnet Architectural Services for the City Hall expansion. Several vehicle and equipment purchases were approved, and a rezoning request for 612 North Ware Road was tabled.

• Awarded $1,109,301.00 drainage contract to C&A Builders (Unanimous)
• Approved Milnet Architectural Services for City Hall expansion (3-1)
• Tabled rezoning of 612 North Ware Road from R-2 to C-1 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $172,406.48 bucket truck contract to Randall Reed's Planet Ford (Unanimous)
• Awarded $90,000.00 woodchipper contract to Vermeer Texas-Louisiana (Unanimous)
• Awarded $83,430.50 emergency rescue vehicle contract to Silsbee Ford (Unanimous)
• Approved $27,699.00 change order for Dove Avenue roadway improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $74,654.94 change order for McAllen-Hidalgo Bridge pedestrian project (Unanimous)

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review architectural presentations for City Hall proposals. The commission may also enter executive sessions to discuss legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters.

• Architectural presentations for City Hall proposals
• Executive session regarding real property
• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Executive session regarding economic development

The City Commission held a special meeting to hear presentations from six architectural firms regarding City Hall proposals. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting; the Mayor announced that action will be taken at the next regular meeting.

• Interviewed six architectural firms for City Hall proposals
• Deferred action on proposals to the next regular city commission meeting

Public Utility Board

The McAllen Public Utility Board will review subdivision approvals and utility layouts. The board is also considering a new elevated water tank use agreement with the DEA at Trade Zone Water Tower. Additionally, the agenda includes approving minutes and a supply contract for safety boots.

• New elevated water tank use agreement with the DEA at Trade Zone Water Tower
• Approval of Brier Village II Subdivision
• Approval of RGV Cold Storage, Boralis USA, Inc Subdivision
• Supply contract award for safety leather boots (Project No. 01-24-SP08-130)
• McAllen Near Shoring Industrial Subdivision utility layout consideration

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several matters in executive session. Topics include legal issues regarding Quinta Mazatlán, employment matters, SB4, and potential real property transactions.

• Legal consultation regarding contract between McAllen Independent School District and City of McAllen related to Quinta Mazatlán
• Legal consultation regarding employment matters
• Legal consultation regarding SB4
• Discussion and possible lease, sale or purchase of Real Property, Tracts 1-30

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on March 25, 2024, and took no substantive action. Members asked no questions about the regular meeting agenda, then met in closed executive session to discuss legal issues involving the McAllen ISD contract for Quinta Mazatlan, employment matters, SB4, and possible lease, sale or purchase of real property tracts 1-30. The mayor said any action would be taken at the regular meeting, and the workshop adjourned at 5:00 p.m. No public comment was offered.

• No decisions made; workshop only, no votes recorded
• No questions raised on the March 25 regular meeting agenda
• Executive session held on Quinta Mazatlan contract legal issues (no action taken)
• Executive session held on employment legal matters (no action taken)
• Executive session held on legal issues with SB4 (no action taken)
• Executive session held on possible lease, sale or purchase of real property, tracts 1-30 (no action taken)
• Adjourned at 5:00 p.m. without objection

City Commission

The City Commission will review several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes a joint session with the McAllen Public Utility Board regarding their annual financial report.

• Rezone 1213 East Pecan Boulevard from C-3 to C-4
• Conditional Use Permit for South Texas College at 2101 South McColl Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a smoke shop at 3732 Pecan Boulevard, Suite 2
• Rezone 109 South 29th Street from R-2 to R-3T
• Rezone 115 South 29th Street from R-3A to R-3T

The City Commission approved several rezoning requests and conditional use permits for commercial and institutional uses. The board also awarded multiple city contracts and approved a budget amendment for incentive funding.

• Approved C-4 Zoning at 1213 East Pecan Boulevard
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for college campus at 2101 South McColl Road
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for smoke shop at 3732 Pecan Boulevard, Suite 2
• Approved R-3T zoning at 109 South 29th Street and 115 South 29th Street
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for gasoline service station at 4401 Pecan Boulevard
• Awarded $278,103 pavement preservation contract to Andale Construction Inc.
• Awarded $81,846.66 police motorcycle contract to Jimenez Motorsports, LLC
• Awarded $231,441.18 Convention Center Wi-Fi and access control contract to Tele-Pro

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss EFT convenience fees and card processing. The meeting also includes an update on the McAllen Shines program.

• EFT's Convenience Fees / Card Processing Presentation
• McAllen Shines Update
• Executive Session: Consultation with City Attorney regarding professional contracts
• Executive Session: Contract between McAllen Independent School District and City of McAllen related to Quinta Mazatlán
• Executive Session: Economic Development Matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on March 11, 2024, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Staff presented an overview of credit/debit card processing and convenience fees, and Ms. Elvira Alonzo gave a McAllen Shines anti-litter update outlining a two-phase education and enforcement plan with listed cost figures. Commissioners then went into executive session on legal issues with professional contracts, a contract with McAllen ISD related to Quinta Mazatlan, and economic development matters. The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. with no public comment and no action items reported.

• No votes or formal actions recorded — workshop only
• Heard staff presentation on card processing and convenience fees
• Heard McAllen Shines update with Phase I and Phase II plans and listed cost estimates
• Entered executive session on professional contracts, McAllen ISD/Quinta Mazatlan contract, and economic development
• Adjourned at 5:00 p.m. without objection

City Commission

The City Commission will review several zoning changes, including a large-scale annexation of over 202 acres on North Moorefield Road. The meeting also includes discussions on various city contracts, grant applications, and budget amendments.

• Annexation of 202.788 acres at 23415 North Moorefield Road
• Rezoning of 1.515 acres at 100 East Pecan Boulevard to multifamily residential
• Conditional Use Permit request for a bar at 2121 South 10th Street
• Grant application to the Texas Historical Foundation for $5,000.00
• Budget amendment for Quinta Mazatlan

The Commission approved several road and drainage contracts, including a $1.5M repaving project and a $1.39M stormwater facility. The board also approved various rezoning requests, a land annexation, and a lease agreement with Delta Airlines.

• Awarded $1.53M contract for 2024 Single Machine Repaving to Cutler Repaving, Inc.
• Awarded $1.39M contract for Northwest Blueline Regional Stormwater Detention Facility to E-CON Group, LLC
• Awarded $1.37M contract for Hot Mix Asphaltic Concrete Material to Terra Firma Materials, LLC
• Approved Master Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease with Delta Airlines
• Approved annexation of 212.788 acres at 23415 North Moorefield Road
• Approved C-3 zoning at 4400 South Ware Road
• Disapproved C-3 zoning at 2216 El Rancho Avenue
• Approved resolution suspending AEP's proposed rate increase

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review several subdivision approvals and a contract extension for employee benefits. The meeting also includes consideration of a change order for the Large Diameter Pipeline Replacement Project – Ph. I.

• Eldorado at Thousand Oaks I, II, III, IV Phase II Subdivision approval
• Silverado Moon Subdivision preliminary reimbursement certificate
• Villas at Ware Subdivision approval
• Northwood Trails Subdivision approval
• Change Order Number 2 for Large Diameter Pipeline Replacement Project – Ph. I

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several city projects and administrative matters. Topics include road widening on Jackson Road, a presentation on Vision Zero, and discussions regarding electronic funds transfer fees.

• Jackson Road widening from 4 lanes to 6 lanes with a raised concrete median between Pecan Avenue (SH495) and El Rancho Road
• Vision Zero presentation
• EFT's convenience fees and card processing presentation
• Executive session regarding McAllen Independent School District and Quinta Mazatlán contract
• Executive session regarding Firefighters’ Pension Funds

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss a Vision Zero safety plan aimed at eliminating roadway fatalities and a project to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding several rezoning requests and the annexation of 8.6 acres at 6801 South 10th Street. The agenda also includes the purchase of nine new police vehicles and contract amendments for Quinta Mazatlán design services.

• Annexation of 8.6 acres at 6801 South 10th Street
• Rezoning of 7709 North 23rd Street to multifamily residential townhouses
• Purchase of nine new police-packaged vehicles
• Contract amendment for Quinta Mazatlán Palm House design services
• Conditional use permits for various smoke and vape shops

The McAllen City Commission approved several routine conditional use permits for smoke, vape, and bar/cigar businesses, and approved an R-3T rezoning at 7709 North 23rd Street after a motion to deny failed and a subsequent approval motion carried with one commissioner against. The commission also approved a contract amendment for Quinta Mazatlan Palm House design services, a change order for Fire Station No. 8 (amount only, without added days), and various consent agenda items including vehicle donations to Mexican cities and equipment purchases. In executive session, the commission authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to communicate with the school district regarding Quinta Mazatlan and approved an economic development incentive up to $2 million with a property tax rebate, with one abstention.

• Approved routine conditional use permits for smoke/vape shops and a bar/cigar shop (unanimous)
• Approved R-3T zoning at 7709 North 23rd Street (motion to deny failed; approval carried with one against)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Fire Station No. 8 amount ($10,792) without added days (5 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Quinta Mazatlan Palm House Design Services ($7,935) (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Cruz Hogan Consultants for engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreements donating surplus vehicles to Genero, Diaz Ordaz, and Victoria, Mexico (consent agenda)
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to communicate with school district re: Quinta Mazatlan (unanimous)
• Approved economic development incentive up to $2 million and property tax rebate (5 in favor, 1 abstention)

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial operations and investment reports ending September 30, 2023. The agenda includes several subdivision approvals and water infrastructure matters.

• Change order No. 2-Final for the 19.5 St and Newport Waterline Improvements Project
• Second Amendment to Elevated Water Tank Use Agreement for New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC
• Emergency Repair and Replacement of Transmission Water Lines
• Barton Subdivision water public improvements and reimbursement certificate
• Huerta Subdivision septic tank variance

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss potential roadway projects and construction management support. The meeting also includes several executive sessions for legal consultation, real property transactions, and economic development matters.

• Potential roadway projects: Shary Road (FM494), 29th Street, and Idela Avenue
• Quinta (Center for Urban Ecology) Construction Management Support
• Jackson Road improvements from Pecan Avenue (SH495) to El Rancho Road
• Discussion of potential lease, sale, or purchase of Real Property, Tract 1 and Tract 2
• Legal consultation regarding McAllen Independent School District and Quinta Mazatlán contract

The McAllen Board of Commissioners met in a workshop on February 12, 2024. On potential road projects — Shary Road (FM 494) from Mile 9 to SH107 and widening 29th Street from FM 1925 (Monte Cristo Road) to SH107 — staff answered questions and Council directed staff to look at an interlocal agreement and bring the item back to a future workshop. On Quinta (Center for Urban Ecology) construction management support, staff said B2Z Engineering proposed supplementing city efforts with 98 hours a month at $19,992.00 per month, and Council directed staff to bring the item to a future workshop. The minutes also list an executive session under several Texas Government Code sections and a Jackson Road improvements item, but record no decisions on those.

• Directed staff to pursue an interlocal agreement on Shary Road (FM 494) and 29th Street projects and return to a future workshop
• Directed staff to bring the Quinta (Center for Urban Ecology) construction management support proposal back to a future workshop
• No action recorded on Jackson Road improvements from Pecan Avenue (SH495) to El Rancho Road
• No action recorded following the listed executive session items

City Commission

The Commission approved significant infrastructure contracts, including a $1.9 million stormwater pump station improvement and over $1.5 million in fire department vehicle purchases. Zoning decisions included approving a C-3 commercial zone at 2400 South McColl Road and a Planned Unit Development at 8300 North Ware Road, while denying a C-3 zoning request at 2312 Galveston Avenue. The board also authorized negotiations for architectural services for a City Hall expansion and approved several grant applications.

• Approved $1,945,979 contract for Balboa Acres Stormwater Pump Station Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $1,015,677 contract for Fire Department Pumper (unanimous)
• Approved $493,840 contract for Fire Department Tanker (unanimous)
• Approved $453,082 contract for two roll-off trucks (unanimous)
• Approved C-3 Zoning at 2400 South McColl Road (unanimous)
• Denied C-3 Zoning at 2312 Galveston Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved R-3T Zoning at 9228 Bicentennial Boulevard (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved PUD at 8300 North Ware Road (5-0, 1 abstention)

Public Utility Board

The board will consider approvals for the Bright Woods and 6400 Industrial Center subdivisions. Members will also discuss upgrades to specified water towers and a purchase of membrane cartridges from Kubota Membrane USA Corporation.

• Approval of Bright Woods Subdivision
• Approval of 6400 Industrial Center Subdivision
• Replat of Sharyland Business Park No. 11 Subdivision
• Purchase of membrane cartridges from Kubota Membrane USA Corporation
• Discussion of upgrades to specified water towers

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the Public Art Masterplan and road extension presentations. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel, real property, and economic development matters.

• Public Art Masterplan Update
• Shary Road (FM494) Extension from Mile 9 Road to SH107
• 29th Street extension from FM1925 (Monte Cristo) to SH107
• Evaluation of the City Attorney
• Discussion regarding Real Property, Tract 1

The McAllen Board of Commissioners convened for a workshop where they received updates on the Public Art Masterplan from staff and consultants. Commissioners also deferred discussion on the Shary Road (FM 494) extension and 29th Street promotion to the February 12, 2024 workshop. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss attorney evaluation, real property, personnel matters, and economic development.

• Deferred promotion on Shary Road (FM 494) extension from Mile 9 to SH 107 and 29th Street from FM 1925 (Monte Cristo) to SH 107 to the February 12, 2024 city commission workshop
• Received Public Art Masterplan updates from staff and consultants

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, road widening contracts, and various city project status reports.

• Rezoning of 1809 South 23rd Street from C-3 to C-4
• Conditional Use Permit for an Event Center at 628 North McColl Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a Smoke Shop at 2825 Pecan Boulevard, Suite D
• Budget Amendment for the Anzalduas Cargo Construction Project
• Contract for the widening of Yuma Avenue from Col. Rowe Blvd. to Jackson Road

The City Commission approved a $798,739.98 contract to widen Yuma Avenue and granted three rezoning requests to C-4 Commercial-Industrial. The board also issued conditional use permits for an event center and a smoke shop, and authorized several infrastructure change orders.

• Approved $798,739.98 contract to 132Z Engineering LLC for Yuma Avenue widening
• Approved rezoning to C-4 at 1809 South 23rd Street, 4117 Highway 83 (front), and 4117 Highway 83 (rear)
• Approved one-year conditional use permits for an event center at 628 North McColl Road and a smoke shop at 2825 Pecan Boulevard
• Awarded $356,070.00 contract to TYMCO, Inc. for a new street sweeper
• Approved $147,445.45 budget amendment for Anzalduas Cargo Construction Project
• Approved Change Order No. 4 ($76,440.10) for Anzalduas Bridge Infrastructure Improvements
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate purchase of real property and economic development incentives
• Approved variance for sidewalk agreement at 11201 North Moorefield Road and half street at 10400 North Mayberry Road

Public Utility Board

The Board of Trustees will review previous meeting minutes and consent agenda items. The meeting includes discussions regarding vehicle purchases and potential executive sessions for legal, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Approval of Northgate Estates Subdivision
• MPU's 1st and Pecan Fire Hydrant Preliminary Reimbursement Certificate
• Authorization to purchase new current model MPU vehicles via cooperative contract pricing

City Commission

The McAllen Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to present questions to staff regarding the January 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Agenda. The meeting includes an executive session for discussing economic development matters and potential real property transactions.

• Discussion and possible lease, sale or purchase of Real Property, Tract 1
• Consideration of Economic Development Matters

The McAllen Board of Commissioners held a workshop on January 8, 2024, with Mayor Pro Tem Omar Quintanilla presiding and Mayor Javier Villalobos absent. No questions were raised about the regular meeting agenda, and no public comment was offered. The commission met in executive session on economic development and possible lease, sale, or purchase of real property (Tract 1), then reconvened and announced that action would be taken at the regular meeting. The workshop adjourned at 5:00 p.m. with no substantive decisions recorded in these minutes.

• No decisions made; workshop only
• Executive session held on economic development matters (Section 551.087)
• Executive session held on possible lease, sale, or purchase of real property, Tract 1 (Section 551.072)
• Announced action would be taken at the regular meeting, not at the workshop

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several zoning changes and conditional use permits for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes contract awards for city vehicles, airport studies, and a budget amendment for capital projects.

• Rezoning of 7601 North 7th Street (East) to Multifamily Residential Townhomes
• Rezoning of 7601 North 7th Street (West) to Multifamily Residential Townhomes
• Conditional Use Permit for Thirsty Monkey restaurant/bar at 3424 North 10th Street
• Conditional Use Permit for an Event Center at 5245 North 23rd Street
• Contract award for the Terminal Capacity Study at McAllen International Airport

The City Commission adopted a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024 capital project rollovers. The board also approved several rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and a $497,800 airport study contract.

• Approved budget amendment increasing expenditures by $18,312,291.00 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $497,800 contract to Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc. for airport terminal capacity study (Unanimous)
• Approved R-3T rezoning at 7601 North 7th Street East and West (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year conditional use permit for Thirsty Monkey restaurant/bar at 3424 North 10th Street (Unanimous)
• Approved two-year conditional use permit for event center at 5245 North 23rd Street (Unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage code variance at 624 North McColl Road (5-1)
• Awarded $151,848.01 contract to Insight Public Sector for storage array (Unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of understanding between City of McAllen and City of Reynosa (Unanimous)