San Marcos City Council to vote on 643-acre development, $23 million water loan
No final decisions were made at recent city meetings, but the San Marcos City Council is set to vote Tuesday on a series of major items, including a development agreement for 643 acres near Highway 123 and FM 1978 and a $23 million loan for a water storage tank.
Recent meetings: budgets and permits discussed
The Planning and Zoning Commission met June 23 to consider renewing a master plan for a 472-acre property at Rattler Road and Highway 123. The commission also held public hearings on renewing conditional use permits for alcohol sales at Bluebonnet Copacking (110 E MLK Drive) and Valentino's (110 N LBJ Drive). No votes have been published; the meeting minutes are not yet available.
The City Council held a budget workshop June 25. Council members reviewed the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 financial update and discussed the preliminary FY 2026-2027 budget, giving direction to the City Manager on fiscal priorities. No formal action was taken.
Tuesday: development, water projects, and fire truck sale on consent agenda
The City Council's July 7 regular meeting includes a consent agenda with several notable items. The council will consider a development agreement with JLCB 710 Investments for 643 acres near SH 123 and FM 1978. The city would convey a tract for a water reclamation facility as part of the deal.
Also on the consent agenda:
- An application for a $23 million Texas Water Development Board loan for the Blanco Vista Elevated Storage Tank.
- An amendment to the River Bridge Ranch Public Improvement District that would reduce its boundaries but increase costs from $10 million to $60 million.
- A cooperation agreement for the Riverstone apartments low-income housing project, providing a $100,000 annual payment in lieu of taxes with 2% annual increases.
- Sale of a used 2014 Spartan aerial ladder truck to Austin Community College for $321,000.
Public hearings on short-term rentals, housing tax credits
Public hearings are scheduled for several items, including:
- Short-term rental payment processing fees.
- The major development agreement for the 643-acre property.
- Low-income housing tax credits for the Riverstone project.
- The River Bridge Ranch PID amendment.
Park designs, impact fees, and executive sessions
The council will receive presentations on the city's community brand, an update on water and wastewater impact fees, and draft preliminary designs for Riverfront and Eastside Regional Park. Council members may provide direction to the City Manager on the park designs.
In executive session (closed to the public), the council plans to discuss:
- The appointment of a presiding judge for San Marcos Municipal Court.
- Legal advice regarding a lawsuit by Hays County Emergency Services District No. 9 against San Marcos/Hays County EMS concerning EMS asset distribution.
- A recent officer-involved shooting.
Coming up
- **San Marcos City Council** – July 7 at 6 p.m. (or as posted), City Hall. The full agenda is available on the city's website.
- No other meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days beyond Tuesday's council session.
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