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CITY • Hidalgo County, TX
City of Mercedes
Population / Scale
17,535
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.7795
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$28.6M
+4.3% YoY • +26.3% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$28.64M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.4 pts
1Y: +0.1 pts • 10Y: -3.0 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -8.3 pts
52 (D) → 43.7 (F)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+4.3% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+26.3% (5Y)
10Y: +56.6% • Since '00: +216.9%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
+0.0045
FY 22: $0.7750 → FY 27: $0.7795
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 52 (D)'10: 48.9 (F)'17: 46.7 (F)'22: 45.1 (F)'27: 43.7 (F)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $9.0M'10: $13.6M'17: $18.3M'22: $22.6M'27: $28.6M
Elected & Governing Officials (5)
Charter & Enabling Framework
City of Mercedes Home Rule Charter
Official Home Rule Charter of City of Mercedes Home Rule Charter hosted on Franklin Legal / General Code (eCode360).
OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Mercedes Home Rule Charter Source Repository: https://ecode360.com/41142650#41142650 Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+4.3% YoYFreedom Score: 43.7 (F)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Mercedes
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($28,589,611) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.779500 per $100 valuation: $0.589500 M&O + $0.190000 I&S) for City of Mercedes. Source: City of Mercedes Ordinance No. 2026-24 (Adopted Sept 22, 2026).
Total Appropriation
$28.6M
General Fund
$17.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.9M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,630
Public Safety: $8.7M (31%)
0Public Works: $7.8M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.5M
Administration: $3.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.7795 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 43.6 (F)• Adopted Oct 7, 2025FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2025-10-07-2025-574) — City of Mercedes
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($27,421,457) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.785000 per $100 valuation) for City of Mercedes.
Total Appropriation
$27.4M
General Fund
$16.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.9M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,564
Public Safety: $8.3M (30%)
0Public Works: $7.5M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.5M
Administration: $2.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.7850 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.7% YoYFreedom Score: 44 (F)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Mercedes
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($26,101,217) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.785000 per $100 valuation) for City of Mercedes.
Total Appropriation
$26.1M
General Fund
$15.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.8M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,489
Public Safety: $7.9M (30%)
0Public Works: $7.1M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.4M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.7850 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 44.4 (F)• Adopted Sep 1, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Mercedes
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Mercedes (Cameron County) totaling $24,700,688. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7750 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$24.7M
General Fund
$14.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.6M
Capital Projects
$1.4M
Per Capita
$1,409
Public Safety: $7.5M (30%)
0Public Works: $6.7M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.3M
Administration: $2.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.7750 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 44.8 (F)• Adopted Sep 1, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Mercedes
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Mercedes (Cameron County) totaling $23,497,611. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7750 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$23.5M
General Fund
$13.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.5M
Capital Projects
$1.3M
Per Capita
$1,340
Public Safety: $7.1M (30%)
0Public Works: $6.4M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.3M
Administration: $2.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.7750 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$28.59M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.0MPer Capita: $1,630Tax Rate: $0.7795Freedom: 43.7 (F)
Official PDFFY 2026$27.42M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.3MPer Capita: $1,564Tax Rate: $0.7850Freedom: 43.6 (F)
Official PDFFY 2025$26.10M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.5MPer Capita: $1,489Tax Rate: $0.7850Freedom: 44 (F)
Official PDFFY 2024$24.70M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.7MPer Capita: $1,409Tax Rate: $0.7750Freedom: 44.4 (F)
Official PDFFY 2023$23.50M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.9MPer Capita: $1,340Tax Rate: $0.7750Freedom: 44.8 (F)
Official PDFFY 2022$22.63M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.4MPer Capita: $1,291Tax Rate: $0.7750Freedom: 45.1 (F)
Official PDFFY 2021$21.49M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.7MPer Capita: $1,225Tax Rate: $0.786625Freedom: 45.5 (F)
Official PDFFY 2020$20.71M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.3MPer Capita: $1,181Tax Rate: $0.795278Freedom: 45.7 (F)
Official PDFFY 2019$19.67M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.7MPer Capita: $1,122Tax Rate: $0.803231Freedom: 46.1 (F)
Official PDFFY 2018$18.93M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.2MPer Capita: $1,079Tax Rate: $0.818492Freedom: 46.4 (F)
Official PDFFY 2017$18.26M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.8MPer Capita: $1,041Tax Rate: $0.816037Freedom: 46.7 (F)
Official PDFFY 2016$17.60M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.4MPer Capita: $1,004Tax Rate: $0.816037Freedom: 46.9 (F)
Official PDFFY 2015$16.93M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $966Tax Rate: $0.816853Freedom: 47.2 (F)
Official PDFFY 2014$16.15M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.6MPer Capita: $921Tax Rate: $0.818487Freedom: 47.6 (F)
Official PDFFY 2013$15.49M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.2MPer Capita: $884Tax Rate: $0.815213Freedom: 47.9 (F)
Official PDFFY 2012$14.93M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.9MPer Capita: $851Tax Rate: $0.816843Freedom: 48.2 (F)
Official PDFFY 2011$14.34M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.5MPer Capita: $818Tax Rate: $0.821744Freedom: 48.5 (F)
Official PDFFY 2010$13.60M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.1MPer Capita: $776Tax Rate: $0.828318Freedom: 48.9 (F)
Official PDFFY 2009$13.09M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $746Tax Rate: $0.83246Freedom: 49.2 (F)
Official PDFFY 2008$12.64M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.5MPer Capita: $721Tax Rate: $0.83579Freedom: 49.4 (F)
Official PDFFY 2007$12.07M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.2MPer Capita: $688Tax Rate: $0.832447Freedom: 49.8 (F)
Official PDFFY 2006$11.61M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $662Tax Rate: $0.837442Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$11.08M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $632Tax Rate: $0.834092Freedom: 50.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$10.70M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $610Tax Rate: $0.839097Freedom: 50.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$10.34M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $589Tax Rate: $0.846649Freedom: 50.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$9.84M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $561Tax Rate: $0.851729Freedom: 51.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$9.41M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $537Tax Rate: $0.857691Freedom: 51.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2000$9.02M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $514Tax Rate: $0.855976Freedom: 52 (D)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Ord. 2026-2026-25 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 1
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 1...
Ord. 2026-2026-28 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"...
Ord. 2026-2026-30 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (PUA); Making Findings a Fact; Approving Bylaws of the Agency; Providing for the Purposes, Powers, and Governance of t
Second and Final Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (PUA); Making Findings ...
Ord. 2026-2026-69 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026A (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)"; Providing for the Payment of said Ce
Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obl...
Ord. 2026-2026-70 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026B (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)"; Providing for the Payment of Said Ce
Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obl...
Ord. 2026-2026-13 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-01 Ordering an Election for May 2, 2026
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-01 Ordering an Election for May 2, 2026...
Ord. 2026-2026-22 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Ordinance 2025-33 regarding Water Wells
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Ordinance 2025-33 regarding Water Wells...
Ord. 2026-2026-201 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 1
Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 1...
Ord. 2026-2026-202 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"
Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"...
Ord. 2026-2026-203 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and Action on the First Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (PUA); Making Findings a Fact; Approving Bylaws of the Agency; Providing for the Purposes, Powers
Consideration and Action on the First Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (P...
Ord. 2026-02-03-2026-36 • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-11 regarding City of Mercedes - Border Zone Fire Departments FY 2027 Grant #5188303
Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-11 regarding City of Mercedes - Border Zone Fire Departments FY 2027 Grant #5188303...
Ord. 2026-02-03-2026-29 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-05 amending Resolution 2025-10 to Accept BD - Operation Lone Star Grant #5067102 Program FY2026
Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-05 amending Resolution 2025-10 to Accept BD - Operation Lone Star Grant #5067102 Program FY2026...
Ord. 2025-37 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
Ordinance No. 2025-37: Rezoning
Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-37 adopted on 12/16/2025 by City of Mercedes: Rezoning....
Ord. 2025-38 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2025-38: General Provisions: Guidelines for Filming
Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-38 adopted on 12/16/2025 by City of Mercedes: General Provisions: Guidelines for Filming. Codified at: Art. 1.13....
Ord. 2025-2025-832 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-37 to Rezone Lot 2 Block 40 Capisallo E Subdivision
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-37 to Rezone Lot 2 Block 40 Capisallo E Subdivision...
Ord. 2025-2025-803 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-32 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.14 entitled "Donation Boxes"
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-32 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.14 entitled "D...
Ord. 2025-2025-804 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-33 amending Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-33 amending Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan...
Ord. 2025-2025-805 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final reading of ordinance 2025-36 authorizing the issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025"; Providing for the Payment of said Certificates by the Levy of an Ad Val
Second and Final reading of ordinance 2025-36 authorizing the issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Ob...
Ord. 2025-12-02-2025-768 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
Adoption of Mercedes Police Department Policy XXIII – Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)
Adoption of Mercedes Police Department Policy XXIII – Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)...
Ord. 2025-36 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2025-36: Certificates of Obligation
Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-36 adopted on 11/18/2025 by City of Mercedes: Certificates of Obligation....
Ord. 2025-2025-642 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-31 - Fire Hydrants
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-31 - Fire Hydrants...
Ord. 2025-2025-638 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-34 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.13 entitled "Business License"
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-34 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.13 entitled "B...
Ord. 2025-2025-639 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-35 amending Chapter 3, "Building Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add new Articles 3.10 and 3.11, Entitled "Acquisition, Disposition, and/or Use of City Property"
Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-35 amending Chapter 3, "Building Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add new Articles 3.10 and 3.11, Entitled "...
Ord. 2025-35 • Building & ConstructionOverreach: 64/100
Ordinance No. 2025-35: Building Regulations: Acquisition, Disposition, and/or Use of City Property; Small Cell Design Manual
Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-35 adopted on 11/4/2025 by City of Mercedes: Building Regulations: Acquisition, Disposition, and/or Use of City Property; Small Cell ...
Ord. 2025-34 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Ordinance No. 2025-34: Business Regulations: Food Establishments
Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-34 adopted on 11/4/2025 by City of Mercedes: Business Regulations: Food Establishments. Codified at: Art. 4.13....
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 City of Mercedes Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 2,265 (19.0% of 11,923 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Councilmember, Place 4
Dr. Ruben J. Saldana WINNER
100.0% (1,993 votes)Councilmember, Place 1
Rolando Garcia WINNER
100.0% (1,993 votes)Councilmember, Place 2
Armando Garcia WINNER
100.0% (1,993 votes)Mayor
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
100.0% (1,993 votes)Councilmember, Place 3
Joe Martinez WINNER
100.0% (1,993 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,339 (28.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
56.0% (1,870 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
44.0% (1,469 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,577 (30.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
61.0% (2,182 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
39.0% (1,395 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,908 (16.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
64.0% (1,221 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (687 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,742 (23.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
68.0% (1,865 votes)Michael R. Vance
32.0% (877 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,219 (27.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
63.0% (2,028 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (1,191 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,027 (17.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
71.0% (1,439 votes)David C. Morales
29.0% (588 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,742 (23.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
70.0% (1,919 votes)David C. Morales
30.0% (823 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,385 (20.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
63.0% (1,503 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
37.0% (882 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,577 (30.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
58.0% (2,075 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (1,502 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,339 (28.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
72.0% (2,404 votes)David C. Morales
28.0% (935 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,981 (25.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
68.0% (2,027 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (954 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,981 (25.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
55.0% (1,640 votes)David C. Morales
45.0% (1,341 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,742 (23.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
65.0% (1,782 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (960 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,266 (19.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
70.0% (1,586 votes)Michael R. Vance
30.0% (680 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,100 (26.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
59.0% (1,829 votes)David C. Morales
41.0% (1,271 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,385 (20.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
72.0% (1,717 votes)David C. Morales
28.0% (668 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,458 (29.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
58.0% (2,006 votes)David C. Morales
42.0% (1,452 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,623 (22.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
56.0% (1,469 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
44.0% (1,154 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,100 (26.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
66.0% (2,046 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
34.0% (1,054 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,504 (21.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
70.0% (1,753 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (751 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,339 (28.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
58.0% (1,937 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (1,402 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,100 (26.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
61.0% (1,891 votes)David C. Morales
39.0% (1,209 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,623 (22.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
66.0% (1,731 votes)Michael R. Vance
34.0% (892 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 City of Mercedes Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,385 (20.0% of 11,924 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Oscar D. Montoya Sr. WINNER
71.0% (1,693 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (692 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (335)
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City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
6: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - September 22, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: PresentationItem-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish Quorum2026-498: Presentation on Urban County Street Improvements for FY 2024, 2025, 20262026-499: Presentation on Certificates of Obligation Projects Series 2024Item-9: Consent Agenda2026-458: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-23 regarding the Budget for FY 26-272026-459: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-24 regarding the Tax Rate for FY 26-27Item-12: Bids/Contracts2026-507: Consideration and Possible Action to select an Executive Search Firm and enter into contract as per RFP/Q 2026-004Item-14: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2026-483: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742026-484: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712026-485: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.087Item-18: Open Session2026-486: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2026-487: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2026-488: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-22: Adjournment2026-08-04 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
6: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2026-07-07 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
6: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2026-06-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
6: Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-05-05 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn6: Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions5: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2026-04-07 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
6: Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2026-03-03 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions2026-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - February 17, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-14: Management ItemsItem-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2026-48: Proclamation for Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas2026-38: Presentation by PD and Fire regarding RGVLS OperationsItem-9: Consent Agenda2025-661: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held February 3, 20262026-45: Consideration and possible action to select a Financial Advisor for the Request for Qualifications for Financial Advisor services for the Texas Water Development Board financial assistance programs2026-46: Consideration and possible action to select an engineering firm for the Request for Qualifications for engineering services for the Texas Water Development Board financial assistance programs2026-47: Consideration and possible action to select a Bond Counsel firm for Bond Counsel services for the Texas Water Development Board financial assistance programsItem-18: Ordinances/Resolutions2026-10: Consideration and Approval of a Resolution Approving the Principal Forgiveness Agreement Clean Water State Revolving Fund in the Amount of $10,000,000 and An Escrow Agreement relating thereto; and Other Matters in Connection therewith (Resolution 2026-15)2026-52: Consideration and action regarding Resolution 2026-16 to nominate candidates to the Hidalgo County Appraisal District Board of DirectorsItem-23: Bids/Contracts2026-51: Consideration and action to renew the Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County through the Hidalgo County Office of Emergency ManagementItem-25: Monthly Departmental Reports2026-40: IT, City Sec/HR, Library, Planning, Police Dept., Rec Center, Fire Dept.Item-27: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-662: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-663: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-664: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.087Item-31: Open Session2025-665: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-666: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-667: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-35: Adjournment2026-25: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 12026-28: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"2026-30: Second and Final Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (PUA); Making Findings a Fact; Approving Bylaws of the Agency; Providing for the Purposes, Powers, and Governance of t2026-69: Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026A (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)"; Providing for the Payment of said Ce2026-70: Consideration and Approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Subordinate Lien Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026B (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)"; Providing for the Payment of Said Ce2026-02-03 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - February 03, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2026-27: Presentation by Finance regarding Budgeting SoftwareItem-8: Consent Agenda2025-607: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held January 20, 2026Item-12: Ordinances/Resolutions2026-31: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-06 approving the City of Mercedes Crisis Response Equipment Grant Program #57770012026-32: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-07 to accept the Peace Officer Mental Health Grant Program #57772012026-33: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-08 regarding SLCGP Mitigation Project Grant #57773012026-34: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-09 regarding Operation Lone Star FY2027 Grant #50671032026-35: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-10 regarding City of Mercedes — Victim Liaison Program Grant #57775012025-849: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-12 to recognize February 17 as Arbor Day2026-26: Approval of Resolution 2026-13 accepting the Annual Investment Policy Update2026-39: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-14 regarding LRGVDC Solid Waste GrantItem-26: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-608: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742026-36: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-11 regarding City of Mercedes - Border Zone Fire Departments FY 2027 Grant #51883032026-29: Consideration and Action on Resolution 2026-05 amending Resolution 2025-10 to Accept BD - Operation Lone Star Grant #5067102 Program FY20262025-609: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-610: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project - Section 551.087Item-30: Open Session2025-611: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-612: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-613: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-34: Adjournment2026-13: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-01 Ordering an Election for May 2, 20262026-22: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Ordinance 2025-33 regarding Water Wells2026-201: Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to terminate TIRZ No. 12026-202: Consideration and Action on First Reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 3, Article 3.02 "Construction Codes and Standards"2026-203: Consideration and Action on the First Reading to adopt Ordinance 2026-05 of the City of Mercedes, Texas, Creating the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (PUA); Making Findings a Fact; Approving Bylaws of the Agency; Providing for the Purposes, Powers2026-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - January 20, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2026-16: Presentation by Melden & Hunt regarding Water Well Project2026-21: Presentation by Planning Director regarding an Annual Registration and Inspection for Multi-Family DwellingsItem-9: Consent Agenda2025-600: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held January 6, 2026Item-11: Management Items2026-1: Approval to accept resignation and appoint a new member to the Mercedes Historic Preservation Commission.2026-3: Approval of library policy changes in regard to check out limits.2026-4: Approval of changes to Mercedes Historic Preservation Grant application.2026-6: Consideration to appoint/reappoint members to the Planning and Zoning Committee2026-7: Consideration to appoint/reappoint members to the Building and Standards Board2026-8: Consideration to appoint/reappoint members to the Zoning Board of Adjustments2026-19: Consideration and possible action to approve the surplus and donation of Mercedes Fire Department protective equipment (fire gear) to the City’s sister city, Ramos Arizpe, MexicoItem-19: Ordinances/Resolutions2026-13: Consideration and possible action on Ordinance 2026-01 Ordering an Election for May 2, 20262026-22: Consideration and Possible Action on Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Ordinance 2025-33 regarding Water Wells2026-14: Consideration and Approval of a Resolution (2026-03) by the City Commission of the City of Mercedes, Texas rescheduling the sale from January 20, 2026 to February 17, 2026 of Obligations to be issued and designated as "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination 2026-11: Consideration of Resolution 2026-04 adopting the Work Plan and Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 for the Urban County ProgramItem-24: Monthly Departmental Reports2026-2: Planning, Library, I.T., Recreation Center, Finance, City Sec/HRItem-26: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-601: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-602: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-603: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.0872026-23: Consultation with outside litigation counsel regarding pending litigation involving real property, including discussion of settlement posture and negotiation strategy - Section 551.071Item-31: Open Session2025-604: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-605: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-606: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2026-24: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item DItem-36: Adjournment2026-01-06 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - January 06, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-855: Presentation on Winter Wonderland Event Held December 12, 2025 at RGV Premium Outlets2025-856: Presentation on Mercedes PD and Friends Of The Library BBQ Cookoff Event Held November 15, 2025 at the Mercedes Recreation CenterItem-9: Consent Agenda2025-593: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held December 16, 20252025-851: Approval of the First Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, Texas Regarding the MVCPA Task Force (FY26)Item-12: City Manager Update2025-847: Update regarding RioPlexItem-14: Management Items2025-844: Consider and take possible action to ratify the Final Plat Approval for Stable Estates2025-845: Consider and take action on the approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of Mercedes for FY 20252025-846: Consider and take action regarding the Approval to Terminate the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Agreement2025-858: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding City Support for Catholic CemeteryItem-19: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-852: Consider and take action to Approve of Resolution 2026-01 regarding the Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way – 87th Annual Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Parade2025-854: Consider and take Action on Approval of Resolution 2026-02 regarding the Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way – 87th Annual Rio Grande Valley Livestock ShowItem-22: Bids/Contracts2025-848: Consider and take Action on Agreement to Ratify the purchase agreement for the Neuhaus Property known as Capisallo S28.50 AC EXC AN IRR TR S200' -E476' LOT 9 BLK 81 26.50 AC NET2025-853: Consider and take possible action to approve Municipal Court Judge Ms. Melisa Canales renewal agreement.2025-859: Consider and take action regarding the Conveyance of Real Estate to the Development Corporation of Mercedes: Mercedes Original Townsite S. 88.5' -E 110' BLK 2Item-26: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-594: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-595: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-596: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project ALP172 - Section 551.087Item-30: Open Session2025-597: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-598: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-599: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-34: Adjournment2025-12-16 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - December 16, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-831: Proclamation for the Mercedes Tigers Varsity Football Team2025-827: Presentation by the Chief Building Official providing an overview of the 2024 International Building Code2025-836: Presentation by Fire Department regarding fire training with Sister City Ramos-Arizpe's Fire Department2025-842: Presentation Update regarding the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 and No. 2 by Mr. Bill CalderonItem-11: Consent Agenda2025-586: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held December 2, 20252025-833: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-38 establishing Filming Guidelines2025-837: Approval of the Implementation and AI Use Policy2025-838: Approval on CLG 2026 Grant ApplicationItem-17: Management Items2025-826: Approval of DCM Policies regarding Foreclosure and Loan Write-Offs2025-841: Consider and take possible action to research feasibility of restricting vape sales and establishmentsItem-20: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-815: Approval to Ratify Resolution 2025-30 and Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way – 3rd Annual South Texas International Marathon2025-828: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-38 amending Chapter 3 "Building Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 3.12 entitled "Annual Registration and Inspection for Multi-Family Dwellings"2025-830: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-39 to Rezone Lot 13 Hollywood Acres Subdivision2025-843: Approval of Resolution 2025-31 regarding the election for the Board of Directors of the Hidalgo County Appraisal DistrictItem-25: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-840: Planning, Recreation Center, I.T., City Sec/HR, Library, ParksItem-27: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-587: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-588: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-589: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.0872025-824: Deliberation regarding Real Property for Neuhaus Property - Section 551.072Item-32: Open Session2025-590: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-591: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-592: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-835: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item DItem-37: Adjournment2025-832: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-37 to Rezone Lot 2 Block 40 Capisallo E Subdivision2025-12-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - December 02, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
2025-814: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item EItem-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-797: Presentation by Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP of the Collection Report October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025Item-8: Consent Agenda2025-579: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held November 18, 2025Item-37: AdjournmentItem-14: Management Items2025-799: Approval to select a contractor for the Rec Center Roof Replacement Bid 2025-0042025-802: Final Plat Approval for Mirasol Country Estates2025-809: Approval to ratify the Donation Agreement with BCIE USA International2025-811: Approval of appointments to the Keep Mercedes Beautiful Committee2025-812: Approval of appointments/re-appointments of members to the DCM boardItem-20: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-800: Approval of Resolution 2025-28 to establish a Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025 Bank Account and Appointing signatories2025-810: Approval of Resolution 2025-29 accepting a private contribution for Capital Improvement Projects and Obligations2025-801: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-37 to Rezone Lot 2 Block 40 Capisallo E Subdivision2025-806: Approval of Ordinance 2025-38 establishing Filming GuidelinesItem-25: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-580: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-581: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on potential litigation - Section 551.0712025-582: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Anchor - Section 551.0872025-807: Discussion regarding Real Estate purchase for Lift Station - Section 551.0722025-813: Discussion regarding Project Kamel - Section 551.078Item-31: Open Session2025-583: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-584: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-585: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-808: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item D2025-803: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-32 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.14 entitled "Donation Boxes"2025-804: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-33 amending Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan2025-805: Second and Final reading of ordinance 2025-36 authorizing the issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025"; Providing for the Payment of said Certificates by the Levy of an Ad Val2025-768: Adoption of Mercedes Police Department Policy XXIII – Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)2025-11-18 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - November 18, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-786: Proclamation for Abrianna GalindoItem-8: Consent Agenda2025-547: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held October 21, 20252025-782: Approval to surplus Fire Department 2006 Brush Truck - Brush 22025-787: Approval to donate the Fire Department 2006 Brush TruckItem-15: Management Items2025-774: Final Plat Approval for Los Prados Phase I2025-775: Approval of Water Access Agreement between City of Mercedes and North Alamo Water Supply Corporation for the provision of water services to the Mirasol Country Estates Subdivision.2025-789: Approval of Request for a Letter of Support to Congress to earmark funds by the American Legion, JA Garcia, Post 1722025-790: Request for Sponsorship by Mr. Silver Trevino for Golf Tournament for Veterans2025-791: Approval to exercise Eminant Domain for the extension of Wastewater on Business 83 and Mile 2 West2025-792: Approval of Easement Agreement for Underground Sanitary Sewer Lift Station2025-793: Approval of Easement Agreement for Underground Sanitary Sewer Pipeline2025-777: Adoption of Finance Policies regarding Write Off's, Payroll, and Cash Short and Over2025-781: Approval of Budget Amendment for Fire Department to move funds from Capital Outlay to Operations2025-784: Approval of Adding a New Part-Time Position titled Field Operation AnalystItem-26: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-778: First Reading of Ordinance 2025-32 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.14 entitled "Donation Boxes"2025-780: Tabled: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-33 amending Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan2025-554: Consideration and approval of an ordinance 2025-36 authorizing the issuance of "City of Mercedes, Texas Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025"; Providing for the Payment of said Certificates by the Levy of an A2025-771: Consideration and approval of a Resolution 2025-26 by the City Commissioner of the City of Mercedes, Texas Authorizing and approveing Publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation; Complying with the requirements contained in secu2025-794: Approval of Agreement and Resolution 2025-27 for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way for Christmas ParadeItem-32: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-769: IT, Recreation Center, Planning, Library, Finance, Fire, City Sec/HR, PoliceItem-34: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-548: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-549: Consultation with Attorney regarding update and potential litigation - Section 551.0712025-550: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Anchor - Section 551.0872025-773: Discussion regarding Project First Street Initiative - Section 551.087Item-39: Open Session2025-551: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-552: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-553: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-795: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item DItem-44: Adjournment2025-642: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-31 - Fire Hydrants2025-638: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-34 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.13 entitled "Business License"2025-639: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-35 amending Chapter 3, "Building Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add new Articles 3.10 and 3.11, Entitled "Acquisition, Disposition, and/or Use of City Property"2025-11-04 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - November 04, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to order, invocation, and pledge of allegiance2: Citizen presentations and public comments on agenda matters3: Consent agenda: approval of prior meeting minutes, monthly financial statements, and routine licenses4: Public hearing and consideration of municipal zoning amendments, plat approvals, and development agreements8: Executive session: consultation with city attorney and economic development negotiations9: Reconvene in regular session and take final action on items discussed in closed session10: Adjournment6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2025-10-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - October 21, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Consent Agenda2025-373: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held October 7, 2025Item-8: Management Items2025-632: Approval of appointments/reappointments to the Keep Mercedes Beautifuly committee2025-635: Approval of Budget Amendment for Building Maintenance to divide the funds by departments2025-637: Approval of Vehicle Budget Amendment to move from PD and Streets Capital Outlay to Vehicle Lease EquipmentItem-12: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-616: Approval of Resolution 2025-24 updating the authorized signatories for Wells Fargo Bank2025-629: Approval of Resolution 2025-25 denying the Texas Gas Service Company's intent to increase rates2025-634: Approval of First Reading of ordinance 2025-33 amending Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan2025-638: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-34 amending Chapter 4 "Business Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add a new section, Article 4.13 entitled "Business License"2025-639: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-35 amending Chapter 3, "Building Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances to add new Articles 3.10 and 3.11, Entitled "Acquisition, Disposition, and/or Use of City Property"Item-18: Bids/Contracts2025-615: Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Interlocal Agreement City of Weslaco and City of Mercedes Mid-Valley Regional Communication CenterItem-20: Monthly Departmental Reports and Accomplishments2025-614: Planning, Recreation Center, Finance, Police Dept., City Secretary, Parks, I.T., Fire Dept., Library, Public Works, Human ResourcesItem-22: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-374: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-375: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-376: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.087Item-26: Open Session2025-377: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-378: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-379: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-30: Adjournment2025-10-07 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - October 07, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-3: InvocationItem-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-577: Recognition of Retirement for Mercedes Police Officer Roy Rocha2025-571: Presentation of Campaign for Spay and Neuter of Animals2025-576: Presentation by Planning Department on DevelopmentsItem-10: Consent Agenda2025-366: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held September 16, 2025 & September 23, 2025.Item-13: Management Items2025-522: Public Hearing regarding the Urban County Needs AssessmentItem-15: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-573: Approval of Resolution 2025-573 approved the Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way - Veterans Day Parade 2025Item-18: Bids/Contracts2025-578: Approval of renewal of Workers Compensation Insurance with Texas MutualItem-20: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-367: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-368: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-369: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Anchor- Section 551.087Item-24: Open Session2025-370: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-371: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-372: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-28: Adjournment2025-574: Approval of Series 2025 Budget Amendment2025-575: Approval of Ordinance 2025-31 to include a standard design for Fire Hydrants and Saddles2025-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - September 16, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
2025-537: Presentation on Mile 2 W Project by Pct. 1Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-519: Presentation by Melden & Hunt regarding the Water Well ProjectItem-9: Consent Agenda2025-359: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held September 2, 20252025-535: Approval of the Non-Discrimination Policy as required by GLOItem-14: Management Items2025-523: Approval of Budget Amendment for Vehicle Maintenance2025-529: Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between LEAD Regional Advisory Council (EMTF) and City of Mercedes - Mercedes Fire Department for Emergency Medical Task Force2025-532: Approval of MOU between the City of Mercedes Fire Department and South Texas College for fire-related continuing education and training equipment resources.2025-533: Approval of Facility Usage Agreement between the City of Mercedes Fire Department and South Texas College for access to the college’s live fire burn training facility.2025-556: Approval of the updated Procurement PolicyItem-20: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-525: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-28 to Rezone Lot 7 Block 41 Capisallo E Subdivision2025-515: Approval of first reading of Ordinance 2025-29 to adopt the Tax Rate for 20252025-528: Approval of Ordinance 2025-30 updating the Water and Sewer Rates2025-527: Approval of Resolution 2025-20 authorizing the Resale of Foreclosed Real Estate Properties for failure to pay ad valorem taxes2025-521: Approval of Resolution 2025-21 regarding establishing a Utility Fund Bank account2025-534: Consideration and Approval of a Resolution 2025-22 relating to establishing the City's Intention to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to constructing various city improvements from the proceeds of tax-exempt obligations t2025-539: Consideration and Approval of a Resolution 2025-23 by the City Commission of the City of Mercedes, Texas Authorizing and approving publication of Notice of Intention to issue certificates of obligation; complying with the requirements contained in securitItem-29: Bids/Contracts2025-514: Approval to select a contractor for the 2019 GLO Floods Mercedes Drainage Improvement Project2025-518: Approval of Televon (Civic Tech) Contract Amendment FY 25-26 Renewal2025-536: Approval of Agreement for Animal Control Services with the City of Weslaco2025-555: Consideration and possible approval of entering into a Water CCN Buyout agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation (NAWSC), subject to the criteria outlined2025-557: Approval to renew the Administrator of Records contract for EMSItem-35: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-516: Recreation Center, I.T, Planning, Public Works, Library, City Sec/HR, Police Dept, Fire Dept, FinanceItem-37: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-360: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-361: Consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 (1)(a) regarding pending litigation2025-362: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Anchor - Section 551.087Item-41: Open Session2025-363: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-364: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-365: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-45: Adjournment2025-530: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-26 regarding the voluntary annexation of Salvador Roel Garcia and Jeffrey Adam Bryant2025-531: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-27 to adopt the City of Mercedes Budget for FY 25-262025-382: PUBLIC HEARING on Proposed Tax Rate for 20252025-09-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - September 02, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: Invocation by Commissioner MartinezItem-4: Pledge of Allegiance by Commissioner GarciaItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Consent Agenda2025-352: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held August 19, 20252025-511: Approval of items for surplus to be sent for AuctionItem-12: Management Items2025-513: Discussion regarding the Development Corporation of Mercedes Budget for FY 25-262025-380: Discussion and Action for vote on Proposed Tax Rate and to schedule a Public Hearing for September 16, 20252025-512: Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the City of Mercedes, Texas as a mutual agreement for the development of projectsItem-16: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-502: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-26 regarding the voluntary annexation of Salvador Roel Garcia and Jeffrey Adam Bryant2025-381: Public Hearing regarding the proposed budget for FY 2025-20262025-505: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-27 to adopt the City of Mercedes Budget for FY 25-262025-507: Consideration and Approval of a Resolution 2025-19 requesting Financial Assistance from the Texas Water Development Board Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for Constructing various public improvements to the City's Utility System; Authorizing the City'sItem-22: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-353: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-354: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-355: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Anchor - Section 551.0872025-500: Discussion regarding Conveyance of Real Estate to Development Corporation of Mercedes: Bixby S735.5' -W862.43' IRR TR -S of HWY 83 Lot 5 & An IRR TR E202.58' -S665.51' Lot 6 17.338 AC GR 17.118 AC Net - Section 551.072Item-27: Open Session2025-356: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-357: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-358: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-506: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item DItem-32: Adjournment2025-510: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-25 and Consider rescinding Development Agreement approved for San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC on August 5, 2025; Consider approval of the Development Reimbursement Agreement with San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC for cap2025-501: Second and Final Public Hearing for the Voluntary Annexation of Salvador Roel Garcia and Jeffrey Adam Bryant2025-508: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-24 amending Building Related Fees Ordinance2025-509: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-22 approving the Reimbursement Agreement for Olivarez Organization as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-08-19 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - August 19, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: Invocation by Commissioner GarciaItem-4: Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner HowellItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-472: Proclamation for NRA2025-470: Proclamation for the Pony League Divisions2025-455: Presentation by USW regarding Water Safety and Chemical Levels2025-477: Presentation by Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP of the Collection Report October 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025Item-11: Consent Agenda2025-345: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held August 5, 2025Item-17: Management Items2025-474: Approval of Funding Proposal from VIDA for FY 2025-20262025-461: Approval of appointment(s) of Members to the Keep Mercedes Beautiful CommitteeItem-21: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-459: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-24 amending Building Related Fees Ordinance2025-448: TABLED: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-22 approving the Reimbursement Agreement for Olivarez Organization as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-478: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-25 and Consider rescinding Development Agreement approved for San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC on August 5, 2025; Consider approval of the Development Reimbursement Agreement with San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC for caItem-25: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-426: Recreation Center, Planning, Library, Parks, Fire Dept., City Sec/HR, IT, PDItem-27: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-346: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-347: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-348: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.0872025-419: Discussion regarding Economic Development negotiations with Project Gomez, Project American Legion, Project J. San Miguel, Project Retama Ledesma, Project M30, Project Stay, Project Kamel, Project ASHTI, Project Arts, Project QSR, Project 150, Project M2,2025-475: Discussion regarding Conveyance of Real Estate to Development Corporation of Mercedes: Mercedes Original Townsite S. 88.5' -E 110' BLK 2 - Section 551.072Item-33: Open Session2025-349: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-350: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-351: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-450: Possible Action pertaining to Executive Session item D2025-476: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item EItem-39: Adjournment2025-445: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-19 approving the Final Project Plan for TIRZ No. 22025-447: Rescind First Reading of Ordinance 2025-21 approving the Reimbursement Agreement for San Jacinto Enterprises as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-446: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-20 approving the Tri-party Agreement for TIRZ No. 22025-457: First Public Hearing for the Voluntary Annexation of Salvador Roel Garcia and Jeffrey Adam Bryant2025-449: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-23 approving the draft interlocal agreement with the County as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-08-05 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - August 05, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: InvocationItem-4: Pledge of AllegianceItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-427: Proclamation for UTRGV2025-421: Update on Texas Water Development Board Reporting2025-423: Condemned Properties Update by Alvaro De Leon2025-428: Presentation by Arredondo, Inc regarding lightsItem-11: Ordinances/ResolutionsItem-18: Consent Agenda2025-337: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held July 15, 2025Item-22: Management Items2025-418: Approval to accept the Voluntary Annexation Petition filed for Salvador Roel Garcia and Jeffrey Adam Bryant2025-429: Approval of Budget Amendment for Equipment Maint./Sidewalk Repair2025-422: Discussion and Possible Action to Approve a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Between the City of Mercedes and FEMA for Participation in the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS)2025-424: Approval of the City of Mercedes Policy on the Use and Notification of FEMA IPAWS2025-430: Approval of amend the City of Mercedes Personnel Policy Manual Chapter 13. Dress Code2025-453: Consideration and possible action to solicit bids for Energy ConsultantsItem-29: Bids/Contracts2025-451: Approval of Agreement with Galindo Auctions, LLC for Auctioneering ServicesItem-31: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-338: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-339: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-340: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project WTP2 - Section 551.0872025-468: Discussion regarding Project M30 - Section 551.087Item-36: Open Session2025-341: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-342: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-343: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-469: Possible Action pertaining to Executive Session item DItem-41: Adjournment2025-405: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-18 amending Cross-Connection Control, Backflow Prevention, and Irrigation System Installation (TCEQ)2025-385: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-17 amending Garage, Patio, Yard Sale Ordinance2025-463: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-19 approving the Final Project Plan for TIRZ No. 22025-465: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-21 approving the Reimbursement Agreement for San Jacinto Enterprises as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-420: Approval of Resolution 2025-18 adopting the City of Mercedes Water Conservation Plan2025-467: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-23 approving the draft interlocal agreement with the County as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-464: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-20 approving the Tri-party Agreement for TIRZ No. 22025-466: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-22 approving the Reimbursement Agreement for Olivarez Organization as it relates to TIRZ No. 22025-07-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - July 15, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: Invocation by Mayor Pro-Tem SaldanaItem-4: Pledge of Allegiance by Commissioner MartinezItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Consent Agenda2025-317: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held July 1, 20252025-415: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-16 designating 3rd Street as a One-Way Street between Texas Ave. and Ohio Ave.Item-11: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-385: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-17 amending Garage, Patio, Yard Sale Ordinance2025-405: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-18 amending Cross-Connection Control, Backflow Prevention, and Irrigation System Installation (TCEQ)2025-398: Approval of Resolution 2025-16 suspending the Texas Gas Service Requested Increase2025-417: Approval of Resolution 2025-17 authorizing application with Texas Parks and WildlifeItem-16: Bids/Contracts2025-399: Discussion and possible action to accept qualifications for Engineering Services and renew existing contractsItem-18: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-403: Planning Dept, I.T Dept, Library, Public Works, City Sec/HR, Fire Dept.Item-20: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-318: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-319: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-320: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.087Item-24: Open Session2025-321: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-322: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-323: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-28: Adjournment2025-413: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-13 amending the Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance2025-414: Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-15 regarding the voluntary annexation for Arturo Palacios2025-07-01 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - July 01, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-9: Management ItemsItem-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: Invocation by Mayor MontoyaItem-4: Pledge of Allegiance by Mayor Pro-Tem SaldanaItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-328: Lighting Project Update by Marco Arredondo, Inc. and AEP2025-329: Proclamation for Fair Housing Month2025-330: Approval of the Fair Housing PolicyItem-11: Consent Agenda2025-310: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held June 17, 2025Item-13: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-384: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-13 amending the Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance2025-327: Approval of First Reading of Ordinance 2025-15 regarding the voluntary annexation for Arturo Palacios2025-390: Approval of Ordinance 2025-16 designating 3rd Street as a One-Way Street between Texas Ave. and Ohio Ave.Item-18: Bids/Contracts2025-331: Discussion and Possible Action on the review of Contracts for Engineering Services2025-386: Rio Delta Engineering2025-387: SDI Engineering2025-388: Freese & Nichols Engineering2025-389: Supreme Engineering2025-335: Contract Review between the City of Mercedes and Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins, & Mott, LLP and possibly go out for RFP's2025-336: Discussion and Possible Action to Approve The Interlocal Agreement For Police Services Between The City of Mercedes And The Mercedes Independent School DistrictItem-26: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-311: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-312: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-313: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.087Item-30: Open Session2025-314: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-315: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-316: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item CItem-34: Adjournment2025-326: Second and Final Public Hearing for the Voluntary Annexation of Arturo Palacios2025-06-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Mercedes - June 17, 2025
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call Meeting to OrderItem-2: Establish QuorumItem-3: Invocation by Commissioner GarciaItem-4: Pledge of Allegiance by Mayor MontoyaItem-5: Open ForumItem-6: Presentation2025-301: Presentation of the FBI-LEEDA Agency Trilogy Award to the Mercedes Police Department Command Staff2025-309: Status update from Melden and Hunt Engineers on the Water Well ProjectItem-9: Consent Agenda2025-248: Approval of Minutes for Meeting(s) held June 3, 2025 and June 6, 2025Item-11: Management Items2025-303: Discussion and possible action on appointment and reappointment to the Library Board.Item-13: Ordinances/Resolutions2025-304: Approval of Resolution 2025-15 regarding Civil Rights for the 2019 Floods HMID Competiton grantItem-15: Bids/Contracts2025-308: Approval to award a contractor for Bid No. 2025-002 - Dacota Ave. Roadway Improvement projectItem-17: Monthly Departmental Reports2025-300: Planning, City Sec/HR, IT, Library, PIO, Rec Center, Finance, Fire, ParksItem-19: Executive Session: Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), Section 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development)2025-249: Discussion with City Manager regarding personnel matters - Section 551.0742025-250: Consultation with Attorney regarding update on litigation - Section 551.0712025-251: Consultation with Attorney regarding Project Updates - Section 551.0872025-324: Discussion regarding Project HBM - Section 551.087Item-24: Open Session2025-252: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item A2025-253: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item B2025-254: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item C2025-325: Possible Action pertaining to executive session item DItem-29: Adjournment