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San Juan public meetings in 2023

60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

Council to award contract for Parks and Rec Youth Center Phase II

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly award a contract for the Parks and Recreation Youth Center and Park Phase II building to the lowest most qualified bidder under RFP No. 24-003-12-11. The only substantive item is this contract award, with the rest of the agenda being procedural.

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Thu Dec 7, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

City Council to discuss employee health and voluntary product recommendations

The San Juan City Commission will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially take action on recommendations from the Agent of Record. The discussion focuses on employee health and voluntary products.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider downtown plan, Nebraska Ave. design, ERO agreement

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation board will discuss and possibly act on the Downtown Revitalization Plan, accept design documents for Nebraska Avenue improvements, and approve a services agreement with ERO for a downtown commercial development plan. The board may also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with three unnamed business prospects (Project Golden, Project Coffee, Project Cop) and legal consultations on the agenda items.

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1010 S Standard Ave, San Juan
Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan City Council to award agent of record contract and discuss library polling site

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly award a contract for an Agent of Record under RFQ No. 24-004-12-04. They will also consider a request from the Hidalgo County Elections Department to use the San Juan Memorial Library as an early voting and Election Day polling location for the 2024 election cycle. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution to reimburse itself for prior lawful expenditures related to city improvements using tax-exempt bond proceeds.

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Wed Nov 29, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Commission to vote on drive-thru alcohol permit and waterline agreement

The San Juan City Commission will hold a special called meeting to recognize the PSJA Marching Band and review departmental reports. The regular meeting will consider a waterline access agreement for the Santa Anna Subdivision and a second reading of a conditional use permit for a drive-thru taqueria with alcohol sales.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission special meeting: proclamation for PSJA ISD staffer

This is a special called meeting of the San Juan City Commission with a single substantive item: a proclamation expressing gratitude for the work of Norma Eliza Cantu "Lisa" to the PSJA ISD. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, pledge, adjournment).

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Tue Nov 14, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider ambulance service contract and two alcohol-related conditional use permits

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for food establishments seeking alcohol sales, consider awarding an ambulance service contract, and take action on several other items including a rezoning, a plat approval, and the Economic Development Corporation's budget. The agenda also includes routine reports, appointments, and an executive session on legal matters.

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✓ Decided: San Juan Commission denies food truck park permit and approves various city business items

The Commission denied a conditional use permit for a mobile food court at 304 W. Los Ebanos Street. Other actions included approving a drive-thru permit for Piporro Taqueria Jalisco, appointing a new board member to the Noche de Paz Pageant Board, and authorizing negotiations for ambulance services.

Wed Nov 8, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Special called meeting with no action items

This is a special called meeting of the San Juan City Commission with only procedural items on the agenda: call to order, a notice about a possible quorum at the San Juan EDC board meeting, and adjournment. No official action is scheduled.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

San Juan EDC to discuss downtown revitalization and event sponsorship

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss the Downtown Revitalization Plan and the organization of board officers. The board will also consider sponsoring the Noche de Paz event at San Juan Memorial Park.

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1010 S Standard Ave, San Juan
Thu Oct 26, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

San Juan holds public hearing on 2024 Urban County Program needs

The San Juan City Commission will hold a special called meeting to solicit public input on the city’s needs under the Urban County Program for Fiscal Year 37 (2024). The hearing is led by Daniel Tijerina, Director of Planning, and follows procedural opening items including a call to order and pledge of allegiance.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider rezoning, event center permit, amnesty program

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for an event center, and consider a partial amnesty program for mowing charges. They will also discuss contracts, personnel policy changes, and several memorandums of understanding. The agenda includes routine reports and consent items.

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✓ Decided: Council denies rezoning for school life-skills home at 1212 S. Wyoming

The San Juan City Commission denied a rezoning request from single-family to institutional district at 1212 S. Wyoming Avenue, following staff and Planning & Zoning Commission recommendations and public opposition over traffic concerns. The council also approved a conditional use permit for La Herencia Event Center, a rezoning for a 21.55-acre multi-family tract, and several resolutions and contracts. A motion to appoint two municipal court judges was denied, while Robert Garza was appointed instead.

Wed Oct 18, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider FY 2023-2024 budget and downtown revitalization plan

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, a downtown revitalization plan, and sponsorship requests for local events. The board will also hear a presentation on a grant newsletter and receive a director's report on recent ribbon cuttings. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with several unnamed business prospects.

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1010 S. STANDARD AVE, SAN JUAN
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to discuss San Juan Wetlands upgrades with PSJA ISD

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on improvements and upgrades to the San Juan Wetlands, a joint project between the City of San Juan and PSJA ISD (T-STEM). The agenda contains only this single item, so the meeting is focused solely on this topic.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

No official action taken at special called meeting

The San Juan City Commission held a special called meeting on October 16, 2023, at the San Juan Memorial Library. No official action was taken, and no minutes were recorded. The meeting was primarily a notice of possible quorum for the swearing-in ceremony of Chief of Police Leandro Sifuentes.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

San Juan EDC to discuss downtown plan, budget, and business incentives

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation board will meet to consider a Downtown Revitalization Plan, a proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, and sponsorship for the Keep San Juan Beautiful Cook-Off Event. The board may also deliberate on financial incentives for several business prospects during an executive session.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Tue Sep 26, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to vote on FY 2023-24 budget and several zoning changes

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on the FY 2023-24 budget, conditional use permits for alcohol sales and a daycare, and two rezoning requests. They will also discuss plat approvals, a utility repair change order, and other contracts. The meeting includes routine reports and an executive session on the interim police chief.

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✓ Decided: San Juan adopts FY 2023-24 budget with 5% employee raise

The City Commission approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget with a 5% cost-of-living increase for employees, overriding the staff-recommended 4%. The commission also approved several conditional use permits, two subdivision plats, a lift station repair change order, and appointed a new Chief of Police.

Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 18:00

General

EDC to consider budget, downtown plan, and economic incentives

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation board will discuss and possibly act on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, a downtown revitalization plan, and sponsorship requests for local events. The board will also hold executive sessions to deliberate on economic development negotiations with several unnamed business prospects and real estate matters.

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1010 S. Standard Ave, San Juan
Mon Sep 18, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to discuss fire fighter labor agreement and Noche De Paz

The City Commission will hold a special called meeting to discuss several items in executive session. Key topics include a proposed collective bargaining agreement with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association and an entertainment agreement for the 2023 Noche De Paz.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to discuss 2023-2024 budget and tax rate

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on sewer improvements, zoning changes, and a potential real estate purchase.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves FY 2023-2024 budget first reading

The City Commission approved the first reading of the 2023-2024 budget and the proposed tax rate. The board also awarded a sewer improvement contract to OMT Utilities and passed a resolution opposing a gas rate increase.

Thu Sep 7, 2023 · 09:00

General

San Juan opens firefighter union contract negotiations

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to open collective bargaining negotiations with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association L-4697. The only substantive item is a bargaining session between the city and the firefighters' union, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

San Juan EDC to discuss 2023-2024 budget and downtown revitalization

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to consider the proposed 2023-2024 budget and a Downtown Revitalization Plan. The board will also discuss potential sponsorship for the South Texas College Foundation Inaugural Gala and an internship agreement with UTRGV students.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Mon Aug 28, 2023 · 09:00

General

City Commission opens collective bargaining with fire fighters union

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to open collective bargaining negotiations with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association L-4697, as required by Texas Local Government Code. The agenda contains only this single bargaining session item, with no other business scheduled.

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Sat Aug 26, 2023 · 08:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to discuss FY 2023-2024 proposed budget

The San Juan City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the proposed city budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no other business listed. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the Isla Grand Beach Resort in South Padre Island.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves 4% cost-of-living raise in FY 2023-24 budget

The San Juan City Commission held a budget workshop for FY 2023-2024, approving a 4% cost-of-living adjustment as recommended by the Finance Director. They also approved several departmental requests, including adding an alternate judge, promoting sanitation and parks employees, and reallocating funds for a fall 5K run. The workshop was procedural, with no final budget adoption; it ended with a motion to adjourn that passed 4-0.

Tue Aug 22, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to vote on $1.9M wastewater plant repairs and tax rate

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on a voluntary annexation, a rezoning, a conditional use permit, and the proposed tax rate for FY 2023-24. They will also discuss and possibly approve $1,898,984 in wastewater treatment plant lift station rehabilitation funded by ARP, and other items like a haunted house permit and a PUD. The agenda includes several second-reading ordinances and an executive session for legal and economic negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.9M wastewater lift station rehab

The San Juan City Commission approved a $1,898,984 contract with Southern Trenchless Solutions for rehabilitation work at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Lift Station, funded by American Rescue Plan funds. The council also approved several ordinances, including voluntary annexations, rezoning requests, and conditional use permits, all by 5-0 votes. Additionally, they approved the issuance of Series 2023 certificates of obligation and an interlocal agreement with Hidalgo County for CDBG funds.

Wed Aug 16, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Commission to discuss proposed FY 2023-2024 budget

The San Juan City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the proposed city budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, with possible action. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, along with procedural call to order and adjournment.

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Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider downtown revitalization plan and mini-grants

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation will discuss and possibly act on the Downtown Revitalization Plan, approve two mini-grants, and consider a contract renewal for SMKT Media Group. The board will also review audit services and sponsorship requests, and may enter executive session for economic development negotiations.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City commission to vote on rezonings, annexations and alcohol permits

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on multiple rezoning requests, voluntary annexations, conditional use permits for alcohol sales and event centers, and preliminary plat approvals for new subdivisions. The meeting will also discuss the proposed tax rate for FY2024, an audit agreement, and an interlocal animal control services contract.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves multiple rezoning and annexation requests

The City Commission approved several land-use changes, including a rezoning for multi-family residences and two voluntary annexations. The board also authorized conditional use permits for food truck parks and event centers, and awarded a water service upgrade contract to OMT Utilities.

Mon Aug 7, 2023 · 09:00

General

San Juan begins collective bargaining with fire fighters association

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to open negotiations with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association L-4697. This session is conducted pursuant to Section 174.108 of the Texas Local Government Code.

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Tue Aug 1, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

San Juan EDC to consider mini-grants, sponsorships, and economic development negotiations

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including mini-grants, sponsorships, a contract renewal, and a downtown revitalization plan. The board will also convene in executive session to deliberate on economic development negotiations with Monarca Investment Group and other business prospects, with possible action upon reconvening.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Wed Jul 26, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

City Commission to vote on grant application for San Juan Northside Park

The San Juan City Commission will hold a special called meeting to consider a resolution authorizing an application to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department for the Local Park Grant Program, specifically for San Juan Northside Park. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss legal matters related to the 2023 Noche De Paz event, followed by reconvening to take any necessary action.

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Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan council to vote on rezoning requests and park funding

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and votes on multiple rezoning requests, discuss a water/sewer project bid, and consider a resolution for Operation Stonegarden funding. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a new Northside Park and an executive session on TXDOT street modifications.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water line improvements and grant for police operations

The San Juan City Commission approved a contract for water and sewer improvements in the Alta Vista subdivision and authorized a $150,000 grant application for police equipment and overtime. The Commission also approved two rezoning requests and held a public hearing regarding the proposed Northside Park project.

Thu Jul 6, 2023 · 09:00

General

City opens collective bargaining with fire fighters association

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to open collective bargaining negotiations with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association L-4697, as required by Texas Local Government Code. The agenda contains only this single bargaining session item, with no other business.

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Wed Jul 5, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

San Juan EDC to consider grants, sponsorships, and economic development deals

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve several mini-grants, sponsorships, and economic development negotiations. The agenda includes public comments, a director's report, and an executive session for confidential discussions on financial incentives for multiple business prospects. The meeting will reconvene in open session to take any necessary action on these matters.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Tue Jun 27, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to hold public hearings on park, annexations, rezonings

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed Northside Park, two voluntary annexation petitions, and several rezoning requests, including two tabled items. The commission will also consider plat approvals, an audit services agreement, and appointments to city boards. Several items are scheduled for discussion and possible action.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves park grant application and land annexations

The San Juan City Commission held public hearings and approved a grant application for Northside Park Phase II and voluntary annexations for the Valley Ranch and La Cantera subdivisions. The commission also approved rezoning for a multi-family residential tract, preliminary and final plat approval for Valley Ranch Subdivision No. 5, board appointments, and consent agenda items. Several items, including a second valley ranch plat and a Troy & Banks audit agreement, were marked with no action.

Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider downtown plan, mini-grants, and closed economic talks

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on the Downtown Revitalization Plan, approve mini-grants for local businesses, and enter executive session for economic development negotiations with several unnamed business prospects. The meeting includes public comment and a director's report on a commercial and investment tour.

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1010 S. STANDARD AVE, San Juan
Tue Jun 13, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Council to consider annexation, rezonings, alcohol permit

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on a voluntary annexation, several rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for alcohol sales, and a drive-thru permit. They will also discuss extending the municipal court amnesty program and entering a memorandum of understanding with McAllen's anti-gang center. The agenda includes routine items like budget approval and meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves annexation, alcohol permit, rezoning, and $9M bond resolution

The San Juan City Commission approved a voluntary annexation petition for a 33.774-acre tract, a conditional use permit for on-premise alcohol sales at Guadalajara Express Restaurant, and a rezoning from C-1 to C-2 for Lots 5-7 in Granada Village. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the publication of a notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation for projects including sanitation and parks. Several rezoning requests were tabled for further review, and no action was taken on one multi-family rezoning request.

Thu Jun 8, 2023 · 09:00

General

San Juan opens collective bargaining with fire fighters association

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to open collective bargaining negotiations with the San Juan Professional Fire Fighters Association L-4697, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code. The agenda contains only this single bargaining session item, with no other business or public hearings listed.

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Wed Jun 7, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider $100K incentive for SCC SJP LLC and multiple mini-grants

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation board will discuss and possibly act on a $100,000 incentive agreement with SCC SJP LLC, several $2,000 mini-grants, sponsorships, and a downtown revitalization plan. The board will also hear presentations on a pathway to independence and a cultural arts district. The agenda includes an executive session for economic development negotiations with several named projects.

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1010 S. STANDARD AVE, SAN JUAN
Wed May 31, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Council to vote on $650K in change orders for new City Hall

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve two change orders for the new City Hall/Transit Terminal, totaling $650,000, along with several appointments, resolutions, and other items. The agenda also includes presentations on departmental reports and an executive session on legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $500K Gateway Monument design for new City Hall

The San Juan City Commission approved a $500,000 change order for the Gateway Monument design at the new City Hall/Transit Terminal, along with a $150,000 change order for canopies. The council also approved a waterline access agreement, released a $56,380 escrow, contracted TRIMAD for water service upgrades, and made several board appointments. The PAL Board appointment was tabled, and the meeting included an executive session on personnel and ambulance services.

Thu May 25, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on $500K change order for City Hall gateway monument

The San Juan City Commission will hold a special called meeting with presentations, including a construction update on the new City Hall/Transit Terminal and departmental reports. The council will consider several action items, including a $500,000 change order for the gateway monument at the new City Hall/Transit Terminal, a contract for engineering services for water upgrades, and an escrow release for street improvements. The meeting also includes an executive session on creating an arts district and legal issues regarding non-911 ambulance services.

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Wed May 17, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider $100K incentive deal with SCC SJP LLC

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation board will discuss and possibly act on a downtown revitalization plan, an incentive agreement with SCC SJP LLC, and several sponsorship requests. The board will also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with multiple business prospects. The meeting is a regular called meeting with action items on the agenda.

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1010 South Standard, San Juan
Tue May 16, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

San Juan certifies May 6 election results and swears in new commissioners

The San Juan City Commission holds a special meeting to certify the results of the May 6, 2023 general election for Commissioners Place 4 and 5 and administer the official oath of office to the winning candidates.

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Mon May 8, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on plat, road closures, and surplus property transfer

The San Juan City Commission will hold a regular meeting with proclamations, departmental reports, and several action items. Key decisions include approving a preliminary and final plat for the Shops at Chavez, discussing road closures for a 5K event, and considering consent agenda items such as conditional use permits and the transfer of surplus property to the San Juan EDC. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal discussions on Fourth of July entertainment, a lease agreement, and the creation of Noche De Paz Queen(s).

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✓ Decided: San Juan Commission approves land plat and county cooperation agreement

The City Commission approved a cooperation agreement with the Hidalgo County Urban County Program and a plat for a commercial subdivision. The board also authorized road closures for a veterans' 5K event and approved several conditional use permits via consent agenda.

Thu May 4, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

San Juan City Council special meeting May 4, 2023

This is a special called meeting of the San Juan City Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and certifications of posting and removal of the agenda. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

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Tue May 2, 2023 · 18:00

EDC

EDC to consider $100,000 agreement with SCC SJP LLC

The San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on economic development matters, including a proposed agreement with SCC SJP LLC for $100,000. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate on financial incentives for several business prospects, then reconvene to take any necessary action.

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1010 S. Standard Ave, San Juan
Mon May 1, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

City to consider disaster declaration for April 29 severe thunderstorm

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a proclamation declaring the city a local state of disaster due to the severe thunderstorm of April 29, 2023. The agenda includes only this presentation and no other business.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Commission to vote on zoning changes, land transfers, and budget amendments

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and votes on multiple zoning requests, property transfers, and budget amendments. The meeting includes departmental reports, proclamations, and potential actions on economic development and infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: San Juan approves mobile food court with alcohol sales at Business 83

The San Juan City Commission approved a conditional use permit for a mobile food court with on-premise wine and beer sales at 232 E. Business Highway 83, as requested by Marivel Salinas. The commission also approved a mid-year budget amendment increasing several funds, contracted engineering services for sewer improvements, and accepted a voluntary annexation petition for the La Cantera subdivision. All votes were unanimous except for the surplus property transfer, which passed 4-0.

Tue Apr 11, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Council to consider rezoning, annexation, and subdivision approvals

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and a voluntary annexation petition, and discuss several development-related items including plat approvals and a variance request. The agenda also includes presentations from city departments and the Hidalgo County Drainage District, plus consent agenda items for alcohol and special use permits.

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✓ Decided: San Juan approves rezoning, annexation, plats, and permits

The San Juan City Commission approved a rezoning request for a 3.24-acre tract from single-family to multi-family residential, a voluntary annexation petition for the Stewart Coves Subdivision, preliminary and final plat approval for the Starlite Subdivision, and a variance request for the Plantation Heights Subdivision. The commission also ratified the use of city facilities as polling locations for the May 6, 2023 election and approved consent agenda items including a conditional use permit for alcohol sales and a special use permit for a portable building. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Tue Mar 28, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold hearings on annexation, rezoning, alcohol permits

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including a voluntary annexation, two rezoning requests, and permits for alcohol sales and a portable building. The council will also discuss and possibly act on awarding contracts for a flow meter project and engineering services, as well as other financial and administrative items.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Commission and EDC to discuss Project Genesis

The San Juan City Commission and the Economic Development Corporation will hold a joint special called meeting. The session includes an executive session to consider economic development negotiations regarding Project Genesis.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider rezoning, alcohol permits, street renaming

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on rezoning, alcohol sales permits, and renaming a portion of 3rd Street. They will also discuss contracts for election services and library cooperation, plus a resolution on city investments. Several departmental reports and meeting minutes are on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to consider renaming 3rd Street to Raul Abrego Street

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on renaming a portion of 3rd Street to Raul Abrego Street, a rezoning request, and two conditional use permits for alcohol sales. They will also consider ordinances on mobile food courts, appointments, police grants, and other routine matters.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves street renaming and multiple zoning requests

The City Commission renamed a portion of 3rd Street to Raul Abrego Street and approved a voluntary annexation for the Stewart Coves Subdivision. The board also granted conditional use permits for alcohol sales at two businesses and updated ordinances regarding mobile food courts.

Tue Feb 21, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to discuss EMS agreement

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agreement. The agenda includes an executive session to consult with the attorney about legal issues concerning the EMS agreement, followed by a reconvening in open session to take any necessary action.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes EMS negotiations with Pharr EMS

The San Juan City Commission met in special session and, after an executive session on legal issues, voted to authorize the City Manager to negotiate terms for Emergency Medical Services with Pharr EMS. The motion passed 4-0, with Mayor Garza abstaining. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Feb 13, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider renaming 3rd Street to Raul Abrego Street

The San Juan City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, presentations, and several action items. Key decisions include a public hearing on renaming a portion of 3rd Street to Raul Abrego Street, a request to dedicate land for park fees, and multiple resolutions and contracts. The agenda also includes consent items and an executive session on legal issues.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves various infrastructure and election items

The City Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including a sidewalk location for pedestrian safety and the sale of land for the East Nolana Loop expansion. Commissioners also authorized an election order for May 6, 2023, and approved multiple budget amendments for city services and equipment. Additionally, the board rejected all bids for the Magnetic Flowmeter Improvements Project due to costs exceeding estimates.

Tue Jan 31, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan City Commission to vote on mobile food vendor regulations

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider two ordinances that would add regulations for mobile food courts and mobile food vendors within city limits. One ordinance would add a new division to the city's food establishment regulations, and the other would require a conditional use permit for mobile food courts and vendors in the C-20 General Business District.

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Wed Jan 25, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

San Juan City Commission to hear sustainability presentation

This is a special called meeting of the San Juan City Commission with a single agenda item: a presentation on sustainability for municipalities. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for informational purposes only.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City considers rezoning, ambulance contract, and delinquent-fee collection fee

The San Juan City Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for a 2.99-acre tract from single-family to multi-family and a conditional-use permit for an event center at 302 E. Business 83. It will also consider a new fee to collect delinquent fines and fees, a contract with Med-Care EMS for emergency ambulance services, and a land dedication for park use in lieu of fees at the Orchards of San Juan Phase I.

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✓ Decided: San Juan City Commission approves rezoning and new event center permit

The City Commission approved a rezoning request for an apartment complex and a conditional use permit for the Z&R Event Center. The board also authorized a contract for delinquent debt collection and approved a $286,199 budget for street improvements and community programs.

Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Public hearing on 5-year Urban County Plan

The San Juan City Commission is holding a special called joint meeting with the San Juan EDC. The main item is a public hearing to solicit input on the Urban County Program 5-Year Consolidated Plan for fiscal years 2023-2027. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council holds public hearing on 5-year housing plan

The City Council held a public hearing to solicit input on the Hidalgo County Urban County Program 5-Year Consolidated Plan for fiscal years 2023-2027, as required by HUD. No public comments were made during the hearing. The meeting was adjourned with a motion that passed 4-0.

Tue Jan 10, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Commission to vote on $130,840 sewer lift station repairs and Alta Vista infrastructure contracts

The San Juan City Commission will hear monthly reports from eight city departments and consider several infrastructure contracts, including $130,840 for rehabilitation work at Lift Station #17 funded by ARP funds. The meeting also includes appointments to local boards and a resolution on a voluntary annexation petition for a 37.258-acre tract near Moore and Stewart Roads.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.9M park Phase I bid, other contracts

The San Juan City Commission approved multiple contracts and appointments, including a $2.9 million bid for Parks and Rec Phase I, emergency lift station repairs, and engineering services for sewer and waterline improvements. They also reappointed David Alvarado to the Civil Service Commission and appointed Javier Moreno and Rudy Guerra to other boards. No action was taken on ambulance services or Economic Development Corporation appointments.

Tue Jan 3, 2023 · 12:00

City Council

San Juan Commission to consider new energy supplier contract

The City Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss a contractual agreement. The Commission will consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Tradition Energy.

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