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CITY • Cameron County, TX

City of San Benito

F
Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 48.2/100▼ -0.9 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #1120 among Texas Cities • Tier Rank: #99 (TIER 3 MID)
Fiscal Restraint
57.5/100
Regulatory Restraint
20/100
Debt Burden
72.8/100
Population / Scale
24,712
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.708125
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$28.3M
+6.0% YoY • +30.3% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$13.51M
Official Government PortalCode of Ordinances Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (5)

DC
Daniel Cortez, Sr.
Councilmember, Place 2
dcortez@cityofsanbenito.com
JE
Jose E. Navarro
Councilmember, Place 4
frontdesk@cityofsanbenito.com
P"
Pedro "Pete" Galvan
Mayor
pgalvan@cityofsanbenito.com
RP
Ricardo Perez, Jr.
Councilmember, Place 1
rperezjr@cityofsanbenito.com
VM
Victor M. Gonzalez
Councilmember, Place 3
vgonzalez@cityofsanbenito.com

Charter & Enabling Framework

City of San Benito Home Rule Charter

OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — CITY OF SAN BENITO
Constitutional Authority: Article XI, Section 5, Texas Constitution (Home Rule Amendment) & Texas Local Government Code Chapter 9
Texas Municipal League Classification: Verified Home Rule Municipality (Incorporated: 1920) | Fiscal Year Start: 10/01
Official Charter Repository URL: https://www.cityofsanbenito.com/DocumentCenter/View/956/CHARTER-2012-revised-PDF
Official Municipal Website: https://www.cityofsanbenito.com
Texas Municipal League Directory Profile: https://directory.tml.org/profile/city/627

VERIFIED ONLINE CHARTER & REPOSITORY SOURCES:
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Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+6.0% YoYFreedom Score: 48.2 (F)• Adopted Sep 15, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of San Benito
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FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($28,324,583) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.708125 per $100 valuation: $0.548125 M&O + $0.160000 I&S) for City of San Benito. Source: Cameron Appraisal District 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Roll.

Total Appropriation
$28.3M
General Fund
$19.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.0M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,146
Public Safety: $9.7M (34%)
0
Public Works: $8.1M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $1.7M
Administration: $3.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.708125 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+7.5% YoYFreedom Score: 47.8 (F)• Adopted Aug 18, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-12) — City of San Benito
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($26,733,915) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.708125 per $100 valuation) for City of San Benito.

Total Appropriation
$26.7M
General Fund
$17.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.9M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,082
Public Safety: $9.1M (34%)
0
Public Works: $7.7M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $1.6M
Administration: $3.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.708125 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.5% YoYFreedom Score: 48.2 (F)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of San Benito
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Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($24,850,577) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.708125 per $100 valuation) for City of San Benito.

Total Appropriation
$24.9M
General Fund
$16.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.9M
Capital Projects
$1.4M
Per Capita
$1,006
Public Safety: $8.4M (34%)
0
Public Works: $7.1M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $1.5M
Administration: $3.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.708125 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.3% YoYFreedom Score: 48.5 (F)• Adopted Sep 13, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of San Benito
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of San Benito (Cameron County) totaling $23,778,181. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7081 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$23.8M
General Fund
$15.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.9M
Capital Projects
$1.3M
Per Capita
$962
Public Safety: $8.1M (34%)
0
Public Works: $6.8M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $1.4M
Administration: $2.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.708125 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.8% YoYFreedom Score: 48.8 (F)• Adopted Sep 13, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of San Benito
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of San Benito (Cameron County) totaling $22,789,133. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7081 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$22.8M
General Fund
$15.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.8M
Capital Projects
$1.3M
Per Capita
$922
Public Safety: $7.7M (34%)
0
Public Works: $6.5M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $1.4M
Administration: $2.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.708125 / $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$28.32M(+6.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.0MPer Capita: $1,146Tax Rate: $0.708125Freedom: 48.2 (F)
Official PDF
FY 2026$26.73M(+7.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.9MPer Capita: $1,082Tax Rate: $0.708125Freedom: 47.8 (F)
Official PDF
FY 2025$24.85M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.6MPer Capita: $1,006Tax Rate: $0.708125Freedom: 48.2 (F)
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FY 2024$23.78M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.9MPer Capita: $962Tax Rate: $0.708125Freedom: 48.5 (F)
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FY 2023$22.79M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.2MPer Capita: $922Tax Rate: $0.708125Freedom: 48.8 (F)
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FY 2022$21.74M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $880Tax Rate: $0.728125Freedom: 49.1 (F)
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FY 2021$20.96M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.0MPer Capita: $848Tax Rate: $0.735406Freedom: 49.4 (F)
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FY 2020$20.19M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.5MPer Capita: $817Tax Rate: $0.739083Freedom: 49.6 (F)
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FY 2019$19.37M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.9MPer Capita: $784Tax Rate: $0.74943Freedom: 49.9 (F)
Official PDF
FY 2018$18.55M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.4MPer Capita: $751Tax Rate: $0.76292Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2017$17.66M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.8MPer Capita: $715Tax Rate: $0.758342Freedom: 50.5 (D)
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FY 2016$16.94M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.3MPer Capita: $685Tax Rate: $0.765167Freedom: 50.8 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2015$16.13M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.8MPer Capita: $653Tax Rate: $0.761341Freedom: 51.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2014$15.49M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.3MPer Capita: $627Tax Rate: $0.767432Freedom: 51.5 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2013$14.86M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.9MPer Capita: $601Tax Rate: $0.768967Freedom: 51.8 (D)
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FY 2012$14.15M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.4MPer Capita: $573Tax Rate: $0.769736Freedom: 52.1 (D)
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FY 2011$13.59M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $550Tax Rate: $0.774354Freedom: 52.4 (D)
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FY 2010$13.05M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $528Tax Rate: $0.774354Freedom: 52.7 (D)
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FY 2009$12.35M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $500Tax Rate: $0.770482Freedom: 53.1 (D)
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FY 2008$11.79M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.9MPer Capita: $477Tax Rate: $0.777416Freedom: 53.4 (D)
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FY 2007$11.20M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.5MPer Capita: $453Tax Rate: $0.775084Freedom: 53.8 (D)
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FY 2006$10.70M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $433Tax Rate: $0.778959Freedom: 54.1 (D)
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FY 2005$10.32M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $418Tax Rate: $0.781296Freedom: 54.3 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2004$9.89M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $400Tax Rate: $0.78364Freedom: 54.6 (D)
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FY 2003$9.48M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $384Tax Rate: $0.778938Freedom: 54.9 (D)
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FY 2002$9.06M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.0MPer Capita: $367Tax Rate: $0.778159Freedom: 55.3 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2001$8.68M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $351Tax Rate: $0.780493Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2000$8.38M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $339Tax Rate: $0.783615Freedom: 55.8 (D)
Official PDF

Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Ord. 327 • Traffic & VehiclesOverreach: 58/100
Ordinance No. 327: Approving plans for streets
Enacted Ordinance No. 327 adopted on 9/21/27 by City of San Benito: Approving plans for streets....
Ord. 2026-7 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
1. First Reading of Ordinance 2636-01, an ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 2636
1. First Reading of Ordinance 2636-01, an ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 2636...
Ord. 2026-9 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2642, establishing procedures and criteria for the
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2642, establishing procedures and criteria for the...
Ord. 2026-10-06-14 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
8. Consider and possible action to approve Amendment Number 1 to the Agreement
8. Consider and possible action to approve Amendment Number 1 to the Agreement...
Ord. 2026-10-06-20 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
14. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Gem’s
14. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Gem’s...
Ord. 2026-10-06-16 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
10. Discussion and possible action to review and approve an Amended and Restated
10. Discussion and possible action to review and approve an Amended and Restated...
Ord. 2026-10-06-21 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
15. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Stripes
15. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Stripes...
Ord. 2026-09-15-5 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider and adopt ordinance amending municipal code, fee schedules, or traffic regulations
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of San Benito on 2026-09-15. Item considered during City of San Benito City Council - September 15, ...
Ord. 2026-09-15-13 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
3. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to the 15’ Utility Easement
3. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to the 15’ Utility Easement...
Ord. 2026-09-15-12 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to
2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to...
Ord. 2026-09-15-11 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to
1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to...
Ord. 2026-14 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
4. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BN-100626, an Ordinance Extending the
4. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BN-100626, an Ordinance Extending the...
Ord. 2026-9 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
3. Consideration and possible action to approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance
3. Consideration and possible action to approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance...
Ord. 2026-09-01-32 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
6. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy establishing procedures for the City's
6. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy establishing procedures for the City's...
Ord. 2026-09-01-31 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
5. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy and potential of repealing or adopting
5. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy and potential of repealing or adopting...
Ord. 2026-09-01-5 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider and adopt ordinance amending municipal code, fee schedules, or traffic regulations
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of San Benito on 2026-09-01. Item considered during City of San Benito City Council - September 01, ...
Ord. 2026-8 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
1. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2185-A, an ordinance amending Ordinance
1. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2185-A, an ordinance amending Ordinance...
Ord. 2026-9 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
2. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2253-A an ordinance amending Ordinance
2. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2253-A an ordinance amending Ordinance...
Ord. 2026-30 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
4. Discussion and possible action on an ordinance establishing standards of conduct for
4. Discussion and possible action on an ordinance establishing standards of conduct for...
Ord. 2026-10 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2573-D-10-2026, an ordinance amending
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2573-D-10-2026, an ordinance amending...
Ord. 2026-08-18-5 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider and adopt ordinance amending municipal code, fee schedules, or traffic regulations
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of San Benito on 2026-08-18. Item considered during City of San Benito City Council - August 18, 202...
Ord. 2026-08-18-10 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
2. Consideration and possible action to approve the amended Final Plat of Stenger
2. Consideration and possible action to approve the amended Final Plat of Stenger...
Ord. 2026-11 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BM-090126, a request to rezone a property
3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BM-090126, a request to rezone a property...
Ord. 2026-12 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
4. First Reading of Ordinance 2640-09-2026 an ordinance adopting a Budget for the
4. First Reading of Ordinance 2640-09-2026 an ordinance adopting a Budget for the...
Ord. 2026-13 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
5. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2641-08-2026, an ordinance levying the Ad
5. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2641-08-2026, an ordinance levying the Ad...

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)

UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03

May 2025 City of San Benito Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 3,192 (19.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Councilmember, Place 1
Ricardo Perez, Jr. WINNER
100.0% (2,808 votes)
Councilmember, Place 4
Jose E. Navarro WINNER
100.0% (2,808 votes)
Mayor
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
100.0% (2,808 votes)
Councilmember, Place 2
Daniel Cortez, Sr. WINNER
100.0% (2,808 votes)
Councilmember, Place 3
Victor M. Gonzalez WINNER
100.0% (2,808 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,025 (18.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
70.0% (2,118 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
30.0% (907 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,697 (22.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
63.0% (2,329 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (1,368 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01

May 2021 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,857 (17.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
62.0% (1,771 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
38.0% (1,086 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02

May 2020 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,537 (27.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
69.0% (3,131 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (1,406 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,193 (19.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
68.0% (2,171 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
32.0% (1,022 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,201 (25.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
59.0% (2,479 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (1,722 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,369 (26.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
65.0% (2,840 votes)
Michael R. Vance
35.0% (1,529 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,025 (18.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
65.0% (1,966 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (1,059 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,865 (23.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
72.0% (2,783 votes)
Michael R. Vance
28.0% (1,082 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,865 (23.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
68.0% (2,628 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (1,237 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,865 (23.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
58.0% (2,242 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (1,623 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,865 (23.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
66.0% (2,551 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (1,314 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,369 (26.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
60.0% (2,621 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (1,748 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,529 (21.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
71.0% (2,506 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (1,023 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,529 (21.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
58.0% (2,047 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (1,482 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,201 (25.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
62.0% (2,605 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
38.0% (1,596 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,369 (26.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
55.0% (2,403 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (1,966 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,873 (29.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
71.0% (3,460 votes)
Michael R. Vance
29.0% (1,413 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,521 (15.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
58.0% (1,462 votes)
Michael R. Vance
42.0% (1,059 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,873 (29.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
70.0% (3,411 votes)
Michael R. Vance
30.0% (1,462 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,689 (16.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
71.0% (1,909 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (780 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,529 (21.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
65.0% (2,294 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (1,235 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,865 (23.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
61.0% (2,358 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
39.0% (1,507 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 City of San Benito Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,537 (27.0% of 16,804 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Pedro "Pete" Galvan WINNER
63.0% (2,858 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (1,679 votes)

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2026-10-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - October 06, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the July 14, 2026 City of5: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of6: 3. Consideration and possible action on Resolution 2026-0901-002 regarding the8: 2. Discuss, consider, and take action to confirm the appointment of the City of10: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-10-001(R) for11: 5. Discussion and possible action on Resolution Number 2026-10-002(R), censuring12: 6. Consideration and possible action to approve an Access Easement Agreement between13: 7. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal15: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding17: 11. Consideration and possible action to approve the Annual Programming Payment to the18: 12. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign a proposal with19: 13. Consideration and possible action on reappointing David Garza as the Presiding Judge22: 16. Consideration and possible action to determine the location for construction of the City23: 17. Consideration and possible action to approve VIVA LA CASA (501C3), a free event24: 18. Consideration and possible action to approve the Día de los Muertos Celebration event25: 19. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2nd Annual San Benito Turkey Trot26: 20. Consideration and possible action to approve the use of the San Benito Fairgrounds for27: 21. Consideration and possible action to approve a sponsorship request from the Texas28: 22. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of two Motorola APX 650029: 23. Consideration and possible action to award Bid Number 2026-10-001 for a 12-month30: 1. STECF shall maintain at least one (1) location in the City of San Benito, it31: 2. STECF shall obtain and maintain throughout the term of this contract not32: 3. STECF shall provide CPR/AED training/certification to all CITY employees33: 4. STECF shall be obligated to and hereby promises and agrees to render and34: 5. Emergency medical service personnel shall deliver emergency patients to35: 6. STEC shall be solely responsible for billing and collecting for Ambulance and EIVS36: 7. The CITY acknowledges the public nature and necessity of furnishing public37: 8. STECF agrees to include its vehicles used in providing Ambulance and38: 9. CITY reserves the right to own, maintain, and operate emergency39: 10. STECF shall make adequate public notice of its emergency medical40: 11. STECF and the Police Department and Fire Department of CITY shall41: 12. This contract shall not be assignable in whole or in part by either party42: 13. Upon request of CITY, STECF shall furnish CITY reports of its Ambulance43: 14. Default by either party herein on any item herein shall result in the right of44: 15. Dispute Resolution. ln the event of any dispute, controversy, default under the45: 16. Neither STECF nor CITY shall be deemed to have breached this contract or to be in46: 17. STECF agrees to acquire and maintain in effect any permits or licenses required47: 18. Any unenforceable provision of this contract shall be discussed by the parties48: 19. CITY and STECF agree that the San Benito City Commission shall name a49: 20. The CITY shall make a good faith effort and shall undertake such reasonable7: 1. First Reading of Ordinance 2636-01, an ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 26369: 3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2642, establishing procedures and criteria for the20: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Gem’s14: 8. Consider and possible action to approve Amendment Number 1 to the Agreement16: 10. Discussion and possible action to review and approve an Amended and Restated21: 15. Consideration and possible action to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat of Stripes
2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - September 15, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to place a Storage Building5: 2. Public Hearing on a request for a Voluntary Annexation of a property located on Line6: 3. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Public School on7: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2026 City of8: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of10: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of11: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to15: 5. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute a Master Use16: 6. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign a five-year Renewal17: 7. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign Joint Resolution18: 8. Consideration and possible action to approve the road closure request and special19: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve the Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory20: 10. Consideration and possible action to approve a Pilot Program for Smart Meters from21: 1. July 10, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm – SB Police Department Operation Chill, Come out and meet 2722: 2. July 15, 2026, starting at 9:00am, the Parks & Recreation Department is having Paint, Plant & 2923: 3. July 16, 2026, starting at 9:00am, Parks & Recreation Department having a Dance Party & Moves 3124: 4. July 17, 2026, starting at 9:00am, the Parks & Recreation Department having Goal Getters Soccer 3325: 5. July 21, 2026, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Monthly Cookie Decorating Class at the San Benito Public 3526: 6. August 21,2026 from 9am to 11am, RGV Food Bank Drive Thru at San Benito Fairgrounds, 1501 3712: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to13: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to the 15’ Utility Easement14: 4. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BN-100626, an Ordinance Extending the9: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance
2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - September 15, 2026

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: Adjournment5: Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - September 01, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the June 30, 2026 City of5: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Feading of6: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of7: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of11: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution 2026-0901-001 pertaining to12: 5. Consideration and possible action to approve a Loan Agreement for “Frontera13: 6. Consideration and possible action to approve a Loan Agreement for “Fantastic Beings:14: 7. Consideration and possible action to approve the Technical Assistance Agreement15: 8. Consideration and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)16: 9. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute a Memorandum17: 10. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute a Memorandum18: 11. Consideration and possible action to appoint a member to represent the City of San19: 12. Consideration and possible action to approve The Other Room Wine Bar as a vendor20: 13. Consideration and possible action to discuss the conceptual rendering and engineering21: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve a San Benito Community Bike Ride22: 15. Consideration and possible action to approve the dates of Saturday, December 5, 202623: 16. Consideration and possible action to authorize the placement of a Peace Pole, donated24: 17. Consideration and possible action regarding a sponsorship request from the Texas25: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the26: 1. The City Commission will convene in Executive Session, closed to the public,27: 1. The City Commission will reconvene into Open Session and may take action on any28: 2. Discussion and possible action to approve a Waste Services Agreement between the29: 3. Discussion and possible action to approve an Employment Agreement between the33: 7. Consideration and possible action to appoint City Legal Counsel.32: 6. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy establishing procedures for the City's34: A. Galvan announced ADJOURNMENT AT 6:44 P.M.10: 3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2573-D-10-2026, an ordinance amending30: 4. Discussion and possible action on an ordinance establishing standards of conduct for8: 1. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2185-A, an ordinance amending Ordinance9: 2. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2253-A an ordinance amending Ordinance31: 5. Discussion and possible action to adopt a policy and potential of repealing or adopting
2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - September 01, 2026

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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - August 18, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Presentation of a Proclamation to Omar Figueroa, Jr., aka "Panterita", in recognition5: 1. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Bar and Grill at6: 2. Public Hearing on a request to rezone a property located on South Helen Moore Rd7: 3. Second Public Hearing for the City of San Benito Proposed Ad Valorem Property Tax8: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the June 23, 2026 City of14: 6. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0818-001(R)15: 7. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign a one-year agreement16: 8. Consideration and possible action to approve a Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Easement17: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 Employee Dental18: 10. Discussion and creation of a Charter Review Committee and amendments in19: 11. Consideration and possible action on the San Benito Boys and Girls Club Annual20: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the21: 2. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member of the22: 3. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, and reappoint five members of23: 1. Executive Session Item: Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 and24: 1. The City Commission will reconvene into Open Session and may take action on any9: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to10: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the amended Final Plat of Stenger13: 5. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2641-08-2026, an ordinance levying the Ad11: 3. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BM-090126, a request to rezone a property12: 4. First Reading of Ordinance 2640-09-2026 an ordinance adopting a Budget for the
2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - August 18, 2026

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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion5: Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - August 11, 2026

2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - August 11, 2026

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 Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation5: Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
2026-08-04 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - August 04, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Public Hearing of the City of San Benito Proposed Budget for the Fiscal Year 2026-5: 2. First Public Hearing for the City of San Benito Proposed Ad Valorem Property Tax6: 3. Second Public Hearing of the 5-Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)7: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the June 9, 2026 City of8: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the City of San Benito 2026–20309: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0804-001(R), a10: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0804-002(R), a11: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0804-003(R), a12: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0804-004(R), a13: 5. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to sign a five-year Renewal14: 6. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute the Master15: 7. Consideration and possible action to approve a Premise Use Agreement with VIDA17: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2026 Pierce-18: 10. Discussion and possible action to approve the City of San Benito group employee19: 11. Consideration and possible action on re-organization of legal services, including the20: 12. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed City of San Benito Street21: 13. Consideration and possible action to approve ratification of payment to OMT Utilities22: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve payment in the amount of $12,500.00 to25: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the26: 2. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the27: 3. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the28: 1. The City Commission will convene in Executive Session, closed to the public,29: 1. Discussion and possible action regarding the appointment of a City Manager and30: 2. Consideration and possible action regarding the City's professional services agreement16: 8. Consideration and possible action to amend the Master Services Agreement with23: 15. Consideration and possible action to approve a Change Order submitted by Ameritek24: 16. Consideration and possible action to approve a Change Order submitted by Ameritek
2026-08-04 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - August 04, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
5: Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees1: 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: Adjournment7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - July 28, 2026

2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - July 28, 2026

2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - July 28, 2026

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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings5: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - July 21, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2026 City of5: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of6: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of7: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0721-001(R), a8: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement for Professional Services9: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve RFQ Number 2026-0714-001 pertaining10: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve the Market Days Program, including11: 4. Discussion and possible action to approve the use of the San Benito Boys and Girls12: 5. Consideration and possible action to approve a road closure request for the 200 Block13: 6. Consideration and possible action to approve a ratification for the road closure of the15: 8. Consideration and possible action to approve a payment to Mago Development, LLC,16: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve the sole-source purchase of a Gorman-17: 10. Discussion and possible action to approve the expenditure of San Benito Economic18: 1. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney):19: 2. The City Commission will convene into closed (executive) session under Texas20: 1. The City Commission will reconvene into Open Session and may take action on any21: A. Galvan announced ADJOURNMENT AT 7:54 A.M.22: B. Dimensions and Access: Each off-street parking space shall have an area of not less than23: A. Dimensions and Access: Each off-street parking space shall have an area of not less than14: 7. Consideration and possible action to approve Amendment Number 1, from KLM
2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - July 21, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
5: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates1: 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: Adjournment7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
2026-07-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - July 14, 2026

2026-07-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - July 14, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
5: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates10: Adjournment1: 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 session7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
2026-07-07 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - July 07, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Stripes5: 2. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Stripes6: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2026 City of7: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of8: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of9: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of10: 5. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of16: 6. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0707-001(R), a17: 7. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution Number 2026-0707-002(R)18: 8. Consideration and possible action to approve the City of San Benito Street20: 10. Consideration and possible action to approve a Mutual of Understanding with21: 11. Consideration and possible action to approve a legal services agreement to assist the22: 12. Consideration and possible action to approve the Agreement and implementation of23: 13. Consideration and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community24: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of one BMW R 1300 RT-P25: 15. Consideration and possible action to approve payment to Mago Development, LLC,26: 16. Consideration and possible action to reject all bids received for the SCADA System27: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the San28: 1. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 ( Consultation with Attorney):11: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to29: 1. The City Commission will reconvene into Open Session and may take action on any30: A. Morales, Commissioner, Place 2; Pedro A. Galvan, Commissioner Place 3; Jose E. Navarro,31: 1. PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION HONORING MAY AS FOSTER CARE AWARENESS32: W. Rose Street.33: 1. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE THE SECOND AND FINAL READING OF34: 2. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE THE SECOND AND FINAL READING OF35: A. Galvan announced ADJOURNMENT AT 6:17 P.M.15: 5. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-AY-1, an ordinance amending Zoning19: 9. Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement Amendment with14: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve the Final Plat and Public Infrastructure12: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to13: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to allow a ten foot utility
2026-07-07 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - July 07, 2026

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 agreements7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings8: Executive session: consultation with city attorney and economic development negotiations9: Reconvene in regular session and take final action on items discussed in closed session10: Adjournment5: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
2026-06-30 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - June 30, 2026

2026-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - June 23, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Circle K5: 2. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Stripes6: 3. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Bar and Grill at7: 4. Public Hearing on a request to rezone a property located at the intersection of East8: 5. Public Hearing on a request to rezone a property located near the intersection of9: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2026 City of10: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of20: 10. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution 2026-0623-001(R) by the22: 12. Consideration and possible action to ratify the No Cost Space Agreement between the23: 13. Consideration and possible action to approve the Mayor to enter into an Agreement24: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve Payment Number 17 to Cameron County25: 15. Consideration and possible action to ratify the payment to Carpe Nox Industries, LLC26: 16. Consideration and possible action to approve a concession agreement with the 80's Bar27: 17. Consideration and possible action to approve the Live Performance Agreements with28: 18. Consideration and possible action to ratify payment to O.M.T. Utilities for the29: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the30: 2. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the31: 3. Consideration and possible action to appoint 5 members to the Keep San Benito32: 4. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the33: 5. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the34: 6. Consideration and possible action to appoint 3 members to the Parks and Recreation35: 7. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the36: 8. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the San37: 9. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the38: 11. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the39: 12. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the40: 1. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.074, the City Commission will convene41: 2. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071 and §551.074 – Personnel Matters, the42: 1. The City Commission will reconvene into Open Session and may take action on any17: 7. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2638, a request to close, vacate and abandon a18: 8. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BK-070726, a request to rezone a property19: 9. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BL-070726, a request to rezone a property16: 6. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2532-01, adopting a new City of San Benito21: 11. Consideration and possible action to approve Ordinance 2639 authorizing the issuance13: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to11: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to15: 5. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to allow more than one lot to14: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to allow more than one lot12: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to
2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - June 16, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Roll call and possible action on the excusing of any absent member of the governing2: 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and to the Texas Flag.3: 3. Invocation.4: 1. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Circle K5: 2. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Stripes6: 3. Public Hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Bar and Grill at7: 4. Public Hearing on a request to rezone a property located at the intersection of East8: 5. Public Hearing on a request to rezone a property located near the intersection of9: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2026 City of10: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Second and Final Reading of20: 10. Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution 2026-0616-001(R) by the22: 12. Consideration and possible action to ratify the No Cost Space Agreement between the14: 4. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to allow more than one lot15: 5. Consideration and possible action to approve a variance to allow more than one lot to12: 2. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to13: 3. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to23: 13. Consideration and possible action to approve the Mayor to enter into an Agreement24: 14. Consideration and possible action to approve Payment Number 17 to Cameron County25: 15. Consideration and possible action to ratify the payment to Carpe Nox Industries, LLC26: 16. Consideration and possible action to approve a concession agreement with the 80's Bar27: 1. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the28: 2. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the29: 3. Consideration and possible action to appoint 5 members to the Keep San Benito30: 4. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the31: 5. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the32: 6. Consideration and possible action to appoint 3 members to the Parks and Recreation33: 7. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint a member to the34: 8. Consideration and possible action to remove, appoint, or reappoint members to the San35: E. Stenger St. and Bella Vista St.16: 6. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2532-01, adopting a new City of San Benito17: 7. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2638, a request to close, vacate and abandon a18: 8. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BK-070726, a request to rezone a property19: 9. First Reading of Ordinance Number 2252-BL-070726, a request to rezone a property21: 11. Consideration and possible action to approve Ordinance 2639 authorizing the issuance11: 1. Consideration and possible action to approve a request for a Conditional Use Permit to
2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito - June 16, 2026

2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of San Benito City Council - June 16, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate1: 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: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions