19. • Regular AgendaCity of Corpus Christi (Nueces County)

Discussion and possible action on allegations regarding information provided on building permit and TIRZ #3 reimbursement applications for the Residence Inn Hotel related to representations, among them related to a hotel rooftop bar, including a presentat

Presented in: City of Corpus Christi City Council - April 14, 2026 on 2026-04-14

Official Roll-Call Vote

Expands Gov't • 7.5/10 Impact Weight

PASSED (1 - 0)

“Motion to approve Item #19.: Discussion and possible action on allegations regarding information provided on building permit and TIRZ #3 reimbursement applications for the Residence Inn Hotel related to representations, among the”

Roland Barrera

Councilmember, At-Large Place 1 (At-Large Place 1)

YES

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Discussion and possible action on allegations regarding information provided on building permit and TIRZ #3 reimbursement applications for the Residence Inn Hotel related to representations, among them related to a hotel rooftop bar, including a presentation from City staff outlying the nature of the allegations, relevant facts, photography of the rooftop bar, and any potential implications, to ensure transparency related to any incentive payments by the Downtown TIRZ #3 and potential fees unpaid to the City.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 7.5/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).