South Padre Island, TX

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will administer the Oath of Office to Rita Hernandez following her victory in the October 3 special election. The body will also consider approving over $2.5 million in general fund payments.

• Oath of Office for newly elected Council Member Place 1 Rita Hernandez
• Approval of General Fund checks and EFT payments totaling $2,507,718.81
• Proclamation for Municipal Courts Week
• Payment of $105,061.44 to U.S. Bank National Association for September 2026 purchasing card expenses
• Payment of $59,133.89 to T.M.R.S. for August 2026 city contributions and a late fee

PARKS & KEEP SPI BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE

The Parks & Keep SPI Beautiful Committee will review city parks maintenance and improvements to Lis Memorial Park. The body is also considering a fall planting day for bird and pollinator habitats and planning for December holiday events.

• Proposed fall planting day on November 5 for bird and pollinator habitat
• Update on improvements to Lis Memorial Park on W. Esperanza
• Selection of October Yard/Landscape of the Month
• Planning for the December 4, 2026, Christmas Street Parade with a $5,000 budget
• Discussion of a holiday decoration contest for residences and businesses

SHORELINE TASK FORCE

The Shoreline Task Force will discuss construction bids for the Bluewater Circle Beach Access improvements. The body will also consider a beach and dune permit for a proposed condominium project at 5104 Gulf Boulevard.

• Bids for Bluewater Circle Beach Access Improvements ranging from $1,550,000.00 to $2,148,027.00
• Beach and dune permit request for a 4-story condominium at 5104 Gulf Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the October 13, 2026 meeting

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The Economic Development Corporation will discuss the SPI Causeway Marine Park and potential financial support for the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce. The board will also review grant guidelines for the Sand Dollars for Success program.

• Possible approval of 2027 permit processing proposal from Edgewater Resources for SPI Causeway Marine Park not to exceed $200,000
• Possible approval of legal consulting services from Jones, Galligan, Key and Lozano, LLP
• Discussion of financial support for the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce
• Review of Sand Dollars for Success grant procedures and guidelines
• Review of September 2026 financial report

Special Events Committee

The committee will introduce newly recruited Chief Tourism Officer Alex Thomas. The body is also scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from September 15, 2026.

• Introduction of Chief Tourism Officer Alex Thomas

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The Economic Development Corporation will discuss financial support for the Chamber of Commerce and legal consulting services. The board will also review grant guidelines for the Sand Dollars for Success program and receive an update on the SPI Causeway Marine Park.

• Possible approval of 2027 permit processing proposal from Edgewater Resources for SPI Causeway Marine Park not to exceed $200,000
• Discussion of financial support for the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce
• Possible approval of legal consulting services from Jones, Galligan, Key and Lozano, LLP
• Review of Sand Dollars for Success grant procedures and guidelines
• Review of September 2026 financial report

CANCELLED Substandard Structure Review Board

The Substandard Structure Review Board meeting scheduled for October 21, 2026, was cancelled. The provided agenda materials include requests for minutes approval and status reports on properties at 119 E Kingfish St and 6401 Padre Blvd.

• Discussion of property status and compliance at 119 E Kingfish St
• Report and possible action regarding property at 6401 Padre Blvd
• Review of a $2,198,909.00 construction proposal from Masonry Precision Solutions USA LLC for 6401 Padre Blvd
• Approval of minutes from the September 15, 2026 meeting

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the September 17, 2026, meeting. The provided agenda text consists primarily of the record of that previous meeting's actions.

• Approval of September 17, 2026 meeting minutes

PARKS & KEEP SPI BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE

The Parks & Keep SPI Beautiful Committee will review city park maintenance and improvements at Lis Memorial Park. The body is also considering a fall planting day and planning for December holiday events.

• Proposed fall planting day for bird and pollinator habitat on November 5
• Update on improvements to Lis Memorial Park on W. Esperanza
• Selection of October Yard/Landscape of the Month
• Planning for the Christmas Street Parade on December 4 with a $5,000 budget
• Discussion of a holiday decoration contest for residences and businesses

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will administer the Oath of Office to Rita Hernandez following her victory in the October 3 special election. The body will also consider a proclamation for Municipal Courts Week and approve various city invoices.

• Oath of Office for newly elected Council Member Place 1 Rita Hernandez
• Approval of General Fund invoices and EFT payments totaling $2,507,718.81
• Proclamation for Municipal Courts Week
• Payment of $105,061.44 to U.S. Bank National Association for September 2026 purchasing card expenses
• Payment of $59,133.89 to T.M.R.S. for August 2026 city contributions and a late fee

Special Events Committee

The committee will introduce Alex Thomas as the newly recruited Chief Tourism Officer for Visit South Padre Island. The body is also scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from September 15, 2026.

• Introduction of Chief Tourism Officer Alex Thomas

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss and possibly approve the results of the October 3, 2026 Special Election. This election was held to fill a vacancy in the unexpired term of Council Member, Place 1.

• Resolution No. 2026-26 to canvass returns and declare results of the October 3, 2026 Special Election

SHORELINE TASK FORCE

The Shoreline Task Force will consider a recommendation for a beach and dune permit at 5820 Gulf Boulevard. The body will also review minutes and a member's absence from the September 22 meeting.

• Beach and dune permit for a 468 square foot walkover at 5820 Gulf Boulevard
• Review of 1:1 mitigation plan involving 17.3 cubic yards of sand and 936 square feet of vegetation

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the September 17, 2026, meeting. The provided text consists of the minutes from that previous session rather than a full agenda for the current date.

• Approval of September 17, 2026, meeting minutes

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting featuring a closed executive session. The board will deliberate on cybersecurity measures used to protect critical infrastructure facilities.

• Executive session regarding cybersecurity for critical infrastructure facilities

SHORELINE TASK FORCE

The Shoreline Task Force will discuss and potentially recommend action to City Council regarding a beach and dune permit. The request involves constructing a walkover at a residence that staff state conflicts with the City's Beach Use and Access Plan.

• Beach and dune permit for a 468 square foot walkover at 5820 Gulf Boulevard
• Proposed mitigation of 17.3 cubic yards of sand and 936 square feet of vegetation
• Approval of September 22, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approval of Task Force Member Fox's absence from the September 22 meeting

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss and possibly approve the results of the October 3, 2026 Special Election. This election was held to fill a vacancy in the unexpired term of Council Member, Place 1.

• Resolution No. 2026-26 to canvass returns and declare results of the October 3, 2026 Special Election

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider approving General Fund payments totaling $1,447,485.67. The meeting also includes several ceremonial proclamations for awareness months and special observances.

• Approval of General Fund checks and EFT payments totaling $1,447,485.67
• Proclamation of October 15, 2026, as White Cane Day
• Proclamation of October 2026 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Proclamation of October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet in a closed executive session to consult with the City Attorney. The discussion concerns cyber-security measures for critical infrastructure and potential litigation.

• Closed Executive Session regarding cyber-security infrastructure and potential liabilities

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting featuring a closed executive session. The board will deliberate on cybersecurity measures used to protect critical infrastructure facilities.

• Executive session regarding cybersecurity for critical infrastructure facilities

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a presentation and discussion regarding a parking analysis and long-term public parking strategy conducted by Fishbeck. No formal action is scheduled for this item.

• Discussion of South Padre Island Parking Analysis and Long-Term Public Parking Strategy
• Review of study conducted by Fishbeck under a $68,280 budget amendment approved November 19, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The South Padre Island City Council meets October 7, 2026, to consider three ceremonial proclamations and a routine payment of invoices. The proclamations recognize White Cane Day (October 15), National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The only financial action is approval of General Fund checks and EFT payments totaling $1,447,485.67.

• Approve invoices for payment: General Fund checks 163786–163990 and EFT payments totaling $1,447,485.67
• White Cane Day proclamation for October 15, 2026, with a celebration during Blind Fest 2026 on October 17 at 5:00 PM
• National Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation for October 2026
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation for October 2026
• No legal review was conducted for any of the four agenda items

City Council Special Meeting

The South Padre Island City Council is scheduled to convene in a closed executive session on October 7, 2026. The session is authorized under Texas Government Code Section 551.071, which allows private consultation with the City Attorney. The stated topics are a cyber-security issue, cyber-security measures protecting critical infrastructure facilities, potential liabilities, and possible contemplated litigation. The agenda lists no budget or comprehensive plan items and no action to be taken in open session.

• Closed executive session under Texas Government Code § 551.071 (attorney-client privilege)
• Discussion of a cyber-security issue and cyber-security measures for critical infrastructure facilities
• Discussion of potential liabilities and possible contemplated litigation
• No budget or financial summary provided (listed as N/A)
• No comprehensive plan goal provided (listed as N/A)

City Council Special Meeting

The South Padre Island City Council holds a special meeting on September 30, 2026, with one listed agenda item: discussion and action on approving the release of a bid document for a restricted scope of work tied to the Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project. The restricted scope covers removing and relocating selected underground and above-ground utilities, removing asphalt paving, concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks, and delivering and installing fill material. The agenda states the release would allow demolition of existing infrastructure in the expanded Exhibit Hall footprint and finishing with fill dirt while other design and construction documents are finalized. According to the agenda, releasing the bid document does not bind the City to proceed; the Council could consider moving forward after a GMP is provided by Fulton and after Cameron County approval.

• Bid document release for a restricted scope of work on the Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project
• Scope includes removal and relocation of selected underground and above-ground utilities
• Scope includes removal and disposal of existing asphalt paving, concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks, plus delivery and installation of fill material
• Agenda states no plants or trees in The Laguna Madre Bird Sanctuary at Andy Bowie Park will be relocated or removed
• Agenda notes the release does not bind the City; next steps depend on a GMP from Fulton and Cameron County approval

City Council Workshop

The South Padre Island City Council will hold a public workshop on the proposed Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project. Broaddus & Associates, acting as the Owner's Representative, will present the conceptual design known as Option B, along with financial oversight procedures and environmental preservation efforts. The stated purpose is to inform the community and gather feedback before final decisions are made. The current target construction budget is $50 Million.

• Public workshop on the Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project
• Conceptual design Option B presented by Owner's Representative Broaddus & Associates
• Target construction budget of $50 Million
• Workshop covers financial oversight procedures and environmental preservation efforts
• No legal review requested or approved at this stage

City Council Workshop

The South Padre Island City Council will receive a presentation and discussion on the South Padre Island Parking Study conducted by Fishbeck. The study was approved by the Council on November 19, 2025, along with a $68,280 budget amendment for contract CMO-PRK-202-07, a parking analysis and long-term public parking strategy. The agenda states there is no action on this item at this time.

• Presentation and discussion of the South Padre Island Parking Study by Fishbeck (no action)
• Contract CMO-PRK-202-07 for parking analysis and long-term public parking strategy
• $68,280 budget amendment approved November 19, 2025
• Study addresses seasonal parking demand near beaches on the barrier island
• Comprehensive Plan goal cited: Island Way

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a public workshop on the proposed Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project. Broaddus & Associates, acting as the Owner's Representative, will present the conceptual design (Option B), financial oversight procedures, and environmental preservation efforts. The stated purpose is to inform the community and gather feedback before final decisions are made. The current target construction budget is $50 Million.

• Public workshop on the Convention Center Renovation and Annex Project
• Conceptual design Option B presented by Broaddus & Associates, the Owner's Representative
• Target construction budget stated at $50 Million
• Workshop covers financial oversight procedures and environmental preservation efforts
• Legal review: not sent to Legal and not approved by Legal

City Council Special Meeting

The South Padre Island City Council is meeting to consider three items: approving a resolution for the Operation Lone Star Grant Program for fiscal year 2026-2027, approving a renewed interlocal agreement with Cameron County for the Birding and Nature Center boardwalks, and approving a budget amendment for geotechnical services at the Wind and Water Sports Venue. The agenda includes both resolutions and a contract, with the boardwalk agreement being a 20-year renewal.

• Resolution No. 2026-25 for Operation Lone Star Grant Program (2026-2027 fiscal year)
• Interlocal Agreement with Cameron County for Birding and Nature Center boardwalks (20-year term)
• Budget amendment of $19,882 from Fund 03 for geotechnical services at Wind and Water Sports Venue (8815 Padre Boulevard)
• Designation of Sandra Garcia as CFO and Randy Smith as authorized official for the grant

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS

The South Padre Island Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold public hearings and consider two variance requests. One request seeks to allow 100% off-site parking at 3213 Padre Blvd., and the other seeks to reduce a side setback from 5' to 2' at 213 W Gardenia St. The board will also vote on approving the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and action on variance for 100% off-site parking at 3213 Padre Blvd. (Lots 4 & 5, Block 75, Padre Beach VI Subdivision)
• Public hearing and action on variance to reduce side setback from 5' to 2' at 213 W Gardenia St. (Lot 11, Block 110, Padre Beach VIII Subdivision)
• Approval of April 7, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes