San Juan public meetings in 2021
18 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including accepting a preliminary design for a new fire station, holding public hearings on a rezoning request and a voluntary annexation, and considering resolutions related to hazard mitigation and a waterline agreement. The agenda also includes consent agenda items for conditional use permits and executive session discussions on litigation and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on rezoning from C-1 to C-2 for property at NE corner of 7th Street and Veterans Boulevard (tabled)
- Second public hearing on voluntary annexation of 10.28-acre tract near Sam Houston Boulevard and Stewart Road
- Discussion and possible action to accept Fire Station Preliminary Design & Conceptual Plan and authorize ERO contract
- Resolution adopting Hidalgo County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Consent agenda: Conditional use permits for Verdin Snacks, MexiCocina Café, and Richard's Fence and Backyards Unlimited
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly select a general contractor for the new City Hall/Transit Terminal building. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no other business listed.
- Selection of general contractor for new City Hall/Transit Terminal building
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a final public hearing and consider adopting the city budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, along with the Economic Development Corporation budget. They will also discuss a collective bargaining agreement with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association, approve a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at Tacos Kissi, and consider several other permits and plats. The agenda includes routine monthly reports and consent agenda items.
- Final public hearing and ordinance adopting FY2021-22 city budget
- Conditional use permit for mixed beverage sales at Tacos Kissi, 5004 N. Raul Longoria
- Collective bargaining agreement with San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local #4697
- Preliminary and final plat approval for Christian Estates Subdivision, 10.95 acres near Nolana Avenue
- Cooperative agreement with Texas A&M Forest Service for a 1995 Stewart Stevenson truck
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the proposed annual budget for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021. They will also hold the first public hearing and consider an ordinance adopting the budget. No other items are on the agenda.
- Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
- Presentation and discussion on FY 2021-22 budget (Oct 1, 2021 - Sep 30, 2022)
- First public hearing on budget adoption ordinance
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits (truck parking, alcohol sales, auto repair), consider ordinances on easement abandonment and park event co-sponsorship, and discuss plat approvals, a chemical contract extension, and several police interlocal agreements. The agenda also includes resolutions on a voluntary annexation and consent items, plus executive session discussions on arbitration, a firefighter collective bargaining agreement, and a lawsuit.
- Public hearing: Conditional use permit for truck parking at 301 W. Nolana Ave (Eliud Gonzalez)
- Public hearing: Conditional use permit for on-premise alcohol sales at Yadiras Drive-Thru, 506 E. FM 495 (Margarito Esquivel)
- Public hearing: Conditional use permit for auto repair at El Tio Auto Sales, 804 E. Business 83 (Luis A. Vazquez)
- Ordinance to abandon 15-foot utility easement in Cesar Heights Subdivision
- Resolution to accept voluntary annexation petition for 10.28-acre tract (193 S. Heathwood Drive, LLC)
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider adopting a tax rate of $0.6876 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2021-2022. The commission will also discuss and possibly take action on a festival event scheduled for December 17, 2021, in executive session and open session.
- Ordinance adopting tax rate of $0.6876 per $100 valuation for FY 2021-2022
- Executive session discussion on festival event on December 17, 2021
- Possible action on festival event in open session
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for an event center and a large rezoning request, consider a proposed tax rate for FY 2021-22, and vote on several ordinances and contracts. The agenda includes routine reports and consent items.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for 'The Industrial Ballroom' event center at 1200 E. Business 83 Suite 1201
- Public hearing on rezoning multiple tracts from Single-Family Residence (R-S) to Expressway Corridor (EC) requested by the City
- Reconsideration of rezoning at 315 W. 1st Street from R-S to Neighborhood Commercial (C-1)
- Ordinance to consolidate and update parks and recreation fees, including new fees for San Juan Sports Complex and Municipal Park
- Proposed tax rate for FY 2021-22 and setting a public hearing
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan funds and receive an update on a visit to Austin regarding federal and state agency meetings. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to discussion items.
- Discussion on American Rescue Plan Funds
- Update on City of Austin Visit (EDA, Texas Governor's Office, Texas Water Development Board, Texas Parks and Wildlife)
General
The San Juan City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan funds. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda includes only a presentation and discussion item.
- Discussion on American Rescue Plan Funds
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations from several departments, including finance, fire, police, municipal court, and utilities. They will consider an ordinance consolidating park and recreation fees, a budget amendment for emergency sinkhole repair at the wastewater plant, and a resolution for a homeland security grant. The consent agenda includes final readings on two rezoning requests and a voluntary annexation, plus a tax collection report. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a festival event.
- Budget amendment up to $60,000 for emergency sinkhole repair at wastewater plant
- Ordinance to consolidate and add park and recreation fees, including for San Juan Sports Complex and Municipal Park
- Rezoning from R-MH to R-S for 0.34-acre tract at Orange Drive and Stewart Road (Iden Trevino)
- Rezoning from R-S to R-MF for 8.69-acre tract on Raul Longoria Road (OC Development, LTD)
- Voluntary annexation of Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2 (9.76 acres) by OC Development, LTD
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, including goals, objectives, and departmental requests for the General Fund, Sanitation Fund, Utility Fund, and Storm Water Fund. This is a discussion and possible action item, meaning the commission may take action on the budget during the meeting.
- Review of City Budget Book 1 Goals and Objectives for FY 2021-2022
- Departmental budget requests for General Fund, Sanitation Fund, Utility Fund, and Storm Water Fund
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, consider first readings of ordinances for the voluntary annexation of Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2 and a negotiated resolution with Texas Gas Service, and discuss a budget amendment and court amnesty program. The agenda also includes presentations on the RGV BikeShare project and departmental reports, plus resolutions for grant applications.
- Rezoning from R-MH to R-S at Orange Drive and Stewart Road (Iden Trevino)
- Rezoning from R-S to R-MF on 8.69 acres near Nolana Avenue and Raul Longoria Road (OC Development)
- Rezoning from R-S to C-1 at 315 W. 1st Street (Maria Guadalupe Garcia)
- Voluntary annexation of Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2 (9.76 acres) by OC Development
- Budget amendment of $25,000 for water meter line item
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a plan of finance for issuing Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021. They will also consider approving an engagement agreement with Locke Lord LLP for bond counsel and disclosure counsel services, authorizing publication of a notice of intention to issue the certificates, and establishing intent to reimburse prior expenditures for city improvements from the bond proceeds.
- Resolution approving Plan of Finance for issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021
- Resolution approving engagement agreement with Locke Lord LLP for bond counsel and disclosure counsel services
- Resolution authorizing publication of notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation
- Resolution establishing intent to reimburse prior lawful expenditures for city improvements from tax-exempt obligations
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several proposed capital projects, including the layout for Fire Station No. 1 Phase II, a parks and recreation center on Sioux Road and I-Road, and new sanitation equipment. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Proposed layout for Fire Station No. 1 Phase II and Public Safety Building including Municipal Court
- Proposed Parks and Recreation Center on Sioux Road and I-Road
- Proposed capital outlay for sanitation: residential front/side loader garbage trucks, roll off trucks, grapple trucks, brush trucks, container lifter, brush incinerator, grapple tractor, heavy duty dump trucks
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting with presentations, ordinance readings, and possible actions on contracts and budget amendments. Key items include a voluntary annexation petition, awarding ambulance and trailer contracts, and a budget amendment for water meters. The agenda also includes consent agenda items for a drive-thru permit and a rezoning request.
- Voluntary annexation of 9.76-acre Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2
- Award RFP for emergency ambulance services
- Award RFP for ADA restroom trailer with 300-gallon waste tank
- Budget amendment of $25,000 for water meters
- Extend municipal court amnesty program for July 2021
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a regular meeting to officially canvass the returns from the June 12, 2021 runoff election for Mayor Place 1, Commissioner Place 2, and Commissioner Place 3. They will also issue certificates of election and administer the oath of office to the winning candidates. The agenda includes public comments, but no other substantive items are listed.
- Canvass of June 12, 2021 runoff election returns for Mayor Place 1, Commissioner Place 2, Commissioner Place 3
- Issuance of Certificate of Election and Official Oath of Office to winning candidates
- Public comments accepted via email or in person
City Council
The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider appointing a municipal court judge under the city charter. The agenda contains only this appointment item and adjournment, with no other business.
- Consider appointment of a Municipal Court Judge pursuant to Article IV, Section 4.06 of the City Charter
City Council
The San Juan City Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request and consider first reading of a voluntary annexation petition for Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2. They will also discuss awarding contracts for trailers, extending the municipal court amnesty program, and approving a $25,000 budget amendment for utility billing repairs. Consent agenda items include final readings for a drive-thru conditional use permit and a rezoning.
- Public hearing: Rezoning from R-MH to R-S at Stewart Road and Orange Drive (Iden Trevino)
- First reading: Voluntary annexation of Valley Ranch Subdivision Phase 2 (9.76 acres, OC Development)
- RFP No. 21-03-05-14: Command Bumper Pull Trailer award
- RFP No. 21-04-05-14: One 16ft 3-station ADA restroom trailer with 300-gallon waste tank
- Budget amendment: $25,000 increase for Utility Billing & Collection Division repair & maintenance