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 "city": "San Marcos",
 "state": "TX",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/san-marcos-tx/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "P&Z to hear 3 alcohol permits and a street renaming request",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits for alcohol sales and one temporary street name change. They will also consider approving the minutes from the August 11 meeting. One zoning change request has been postponed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2158_A_Planning_and_Zoning_Commission_26-08-25_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2158&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to set proposed tax rate of 65.15 cents per $100 valuation",
   "summary": "The San Marcos City Council will consider a resolution setting a maximum proposed tax rate of 65.15 cents per $100 of taxable value and scheduling public hearings on the FY 2026-2027 budget and tax rate for September 1 and 15, 2026. The consent agenda includes several contracts, interlocal agreements, and public improvement district items. A public hearing will be held on amending the Downtown TIRZ plan to increase funding for downtown operations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2163_A_City_Council_26-08-18_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2163&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to review FY 2026-27 proposed budget and EMS billing setup",
   "summary": "The San Marcos City Council will hold a work session to receive staff presentations on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and the city's Emergency Medical Services billing practice setup, with discussion and direction to staff. The council may also enter executive session to discuss the City Manager's duties related to the Meet and Confer process. This is a discussion-only meeting; no final votes are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2164_A_City_Council_26-08-18_Work_Session.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2164&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "P&Z to hold hearings on 3 alcohol permits, including One Time Tavern renewal",
   "summary": "The San Marcos Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits for on-premise mixed beverage consumption, including a renewal for One Time Tavern, a new permit for Saloon 1904, and an amendment for Hat Creek Burger Co. The commission will also consider approving the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2157_A_Planning_and_Zoning_Commission_26-08-11_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2157&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2177&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to review ARPA funding and San Marcos River advertising",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a work session to receive staff presentations and provide direction to the City Manager. Discussions will focus on the status of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and the advertising of the San Marcos River.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2162_A_City_Council_26-08-05_Work_Session.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2162&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to set Nov. 3 election, update water impact fees, approve $2.19M airport project",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold public hearings on water and wastewater impact fees and consider updating the fee schedule. It will also vote on ordering a November 3 general and special election for mayor and three council seats, and approve a $2.19 million construction contract for the Airport Taxilane Project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/8/2161_A_City_Council_26-08-05_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2161&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Planning and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning and Zoning Commission meets; agenda mostly procedural with no detailed items",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes and to hold public hearings on items #2 through #5, which are listed but not described in the agenda. No other substantive decisions or discussions are documented.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/7/2152_A_Planning_and_Zoning_Commission_26-07-28_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2152&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Arts Commission",
   "headline": "Arts Commission to discuss Downtown TIRZ-funded public art project",
   "summary": "The Arts Commission will hold discussions on the 2026 SMarts Awards and the Downtown TIRZ-funded public art project, and may give direction to staff. They will also receive financial and staff reports, including on the 2027 Arts and Cultural Grant process. Approval of the June 24, 2026 minutes is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-5092",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Arts Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-5091",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustments",
   "headline": "Zoning Board considers sign variances for a school and Home Depot location",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings regarding two sign variance requests. The board will consider a request for a monument sign near a residential district and a new off-premise sign along the IH 35 frontage road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-5089",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Citizen Utility Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board discusses FY2027 budget and rate modeling",
   "summary": "The Citizens Utility Advisory Board will receive a presentation from City Staff regarding the FY2027 budget and associated rate modeling. The board will hold a discussion and vote on a recommendation to be sent to the City Council.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-5088",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Main Street Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board to consider changing regular meeting time",
   "summary": "The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss and possibly vote on changing its regular meeting time. The board will also receive an update on the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) 5 Board's July 6 meeting, including approval of the FY27 budget and projects. Approval of the May 20, 2026 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-5085",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Animal Shelter Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "San Marcos committee reviews Kyle shelter updates and state animal laws",
   "summary": "The San Marcos Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will review quarterly statistics and general shelter updates for the city system. Members are scheduled to discuss progress on a new Kyle animal shelter, review state laws covering shelters and rabies quarantine facilities, and plan the committee’s 2027 meeting schedule.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-5087",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Main Street Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Main Street Advisory Board to discuss TIRZ 5 budget and project updates",
   "summary": "The board will review an update regarding the July 6, 2026, Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) 5 Board meeting. This includes discussion of approved FY27 budgets, proposed projects, and next steps for a joint meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-5090",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Convention & Visitor Bureau Board",
   "headline": "Convention and Visitor Bureau Board meets July 15, 2026",
   "summary": "The Board will review financial reports through July 2026 and hear an update from the Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel. Members will also discuss feasibility studies regarding sports facilities and cultural districts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-5086",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider alley conversion and historic certificate approvals",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: one for installing seating in Kissing Alley as part of a pedestrian-oriented alley conversion (HPC-26-02), and another for replacing stucco skirting with metal skirting on a West Hopkins Street property (HPC-26-06). The commission will also consider approval of the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes and receive updates on committee reports, grant opportunities, and the Dunbar School Home Economics Building restoration.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-5078",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to review seating installation in Kissing Alley",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings for two Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will decide on pedestrian improvements in a historic alley and a facade material change for a local business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-5077",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hear update on water/wastewater impact fees and park plans",
   "summary": "At this work session, the City Council will receive presentations on the city's community brand, an update to water and wastewater impact fees, and draft preliminary designs for the Riverfront and Eastside Regional Park. The council will then convene in executive session to discuss appointment of a new municipal court judge, legal advice on a lawsuit by Hays County ESD No. 9, and an officer-involved shooting on June 26, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-5080",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Human Services Advisory Board",
   "headline": "No substantive business; only notice of potential quorum",
   "summary": "This is a notice of potential quorum for the Human Services Advisory Board during a City Council meeting. No action can be taken by the board at this event.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-5076",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to receive park designs, impact fee update",
   "summary": "The City Council will receive presentations on community branding, updates to water and wastewater impact fees, and draft designs for Riverfront and Eastside Regional Park. The council may also go into executive session to discuss hiring a municipal court judge, a lawsuit over EMS asset distribution, and a recent officer-involved shooting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/7/2150_A_City_Council_26-07-07_Work_Session.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2150&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on 643-acre development agreement near SH 123 and FM 1978",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including professional services for water projects, naming of water reclamation facilities, and a $23 million loan application for a water storage tank. They will hold public hearings on short-term rental payment processing fees, a major development agreement for 643 acres near SH 123 and FM 1978, low-income housing tax credits for the Riverstone project, and a significant amendment to the River Bridge Ranch Public Improvement District increasing costs from $10 million to $60 million.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar2.granicus.com/san-marcos-tx/meetings/2026/7/2148_A_City_Council_26-07-07_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://san-marcos-tx.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=2148&GID=395&G=A985C174-8730-492A-8B08-D94B09C5E27D"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on 643-acre development agreement near SH 123 and FM 1978",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including utility consulting, water projects, and equipment sales. Public hearings are scheduled for a major development agreement covering 643 acres north of SH 123 and FM 1978, a low-income housing tax credit application for the Riverstone project, and an amendment to the River Bridge Ranch PID increasing costs to $60 million.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-5084",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "San Marcos Council discusses city branding, water fees, and park designs",
   "summary": "The City Council will review a $80,000 community branding initiative and updates to water and wastewater impact fees. They will also discuss preliminary designs for the Riverfront and Eastside Regional Park.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-5083",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider 643-acre development and $60M PID expansion",
   "summary": "The San Marcos City Council will hold public hearings and consider multiple items, including a development agreement for 643 acres near SH 123 and FM 1978 that includes a city water reclamation facility, a $23 million loan for a water storage tank, and an expansion of the River Bridge Ranch Public Improvement District (PID) from $10 million to $60 million. Consent agenda items cover contracts for utility consulting, engineering, and equipment purchases.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-5081",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "TIRZ Number 5 Board - (Downtown)",
   "headline": "TIRZ 5 board to consider funding for downtown projects and plan amendment",
   "summary": "The TIRZ 5 Board will decide on a funding request for FY27 Main Street downtown projects, including intersection and sidewalk improvements, maintenance, engineering for a flexible festival street, and aesthetic upgrades. They will also consider amending the Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 5. The board will approve previous meeting minutes and set future meeting dates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-5079",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sanmarcostx.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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