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Dr. Victor D. Treviño

Mayor (At-Large)
City of Laredo

Elected Mayor for City of Laredo.

argarcia@ci.laredo.tx.us956-791-7318
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 33.3/100▼ -6.4 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #30797 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
31.5/100
Regulatory Restraint
33/100
Lone Dissents
1

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2000 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2000-05-06)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)69.0% (21,636 votes)
David C. Morales 31.0% (9,721 votes)
Early Voting: 12,982Election Day: 7,573Mail Ballots: 1,081
May 2001 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2001-05-05)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)58.0% (14,146 votes)
David C. Morales 42.0% (10,243 votes)
Early Voting: 8,488Election Day: 4,951Mail Ballots: 707
May 2002 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2002-05-04)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)59.0% (19,528 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 41.0% (13,571 votes)
Early Voting: 11,717Election Day: 6,835Mail Ballots: 976
May 2003 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2003-05-03)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)64.0% (31,218 votes)
Michael R. Vance 36.0% (17,560 votes)
Early Voting: 18,731Election Day: 10,926Mail Ballots: 1,561
May 2004 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2004-05-01)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)70.0% (17,072 votes)
David C. Morales 30.0% (7,317 votes)
Early Voting: 10,243Election Day: 5,975Mail Ballots: 854
May 2005 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2005-05-07)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)55.0% (19,163 votes)
David C. Morales 45.0% (15,678 votes)
Early Voting: 11,498Election Day: 6,707Mail Ballots: 958
May 2006 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2006-05-06)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)65.0% (20,382 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 35.0% (10,975 votes)
Early Voting: 12,229Election Day: 7,134Mail Ballots: 1,019
May 2007 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2007-05-05)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)64.0% (30,103 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 36.0% (16,933 votes)
Early Voting: 18,062Election Day: 10,536Mail Ballots: 1,505
May 2008 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2008-05-03)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)61.0% (26,567 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 39.0% (16,985 votes)
Early Voting: 15,940Election Day: 9,298Mail Ballots: 1,329
May 2009 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2009-05-02)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)60.0% (17,769 votes)
David C. Morales 40.0% (11,846 votes)
Early Voting: 10,661Election Day: 6,219Mail Ballots: 889
May 2010 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2010-05-01)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)69.0% (24,040 votes)
Michael R. Vance 31.0% (10,801 votes)
Early Voting: 14,424Election Day: 8,414Mail Ballots: 1,202
May 2011 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2011-05-07)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)54.0% (22,577 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 46.0% (19,233 votes)
Early Voting: 13,546Election Day: 7,902Mail Ballots: 1,129
May 2012 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2012-05-05)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)65.0% (30,573 votes)
Michael R. Vance 35.0% (16,463 votes)
Early Voting: 18,344Election Day: 10,701Mail Ballots: 1,528
May 2013 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2013-05-04)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)60.0% (19,859 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza 40.0% (13,240 votes)
Early Voting: 11,915Election Day: 6,951Mail Ballots: 993
May 2014 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2014-05-03)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)58.0% (26,271 votes)
Michael R. Vance 42.0% (19,023 votes)
Early Voting: 15,763Election Day: 9,195Mail Ballots: 1,313
May 2015 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2015-05-02)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)62.0% (19,441 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza 38.0% (11,916 votes)
Early Voting: 11,665Election Day: 6,804Mail Ballots: 972
May 2016 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2016-05-07)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)65.0% (23,780 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 35.0% (12,804 votes)
Early Voting: 14,268Election Day: 8,323Mail Ballots: 1,189
May 2017 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2017-05-06)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)61.0% (31,880 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 39.0% (20,382 votes)
Early Voting: 19,128Election Day: 11,158Mail Ballots: 1,594
May 2018 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2018-05-05)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)65.0% (18,117 votes)
David C. Morales 35.0% (9,756 votes)
Early Voting: 10,870Election Day: 6,341Mail Ballots: 906
May 2019 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2019-05-04)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)67.0% (32,681 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 33.0% (16,097 votes)
Early Voting: 19,609Election Day: 11,438Mail Ballots: 1,634
May 2020 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2020-05-02)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)60.0% (15,679 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 40.0% (10,452 votes)
Early Voting: 9,407Election Day: 5,488Mail Ballots: 784
May 2021 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2021-05-01)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)71.0% (30,922 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 29.0% (12,630 votes)
Early Voting: 18,553Election Day: 10,823Mail Ballots: 1,546
May 2022 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2022-05-07)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)61.0% (17,003 votes)
David C. Morales 39.0% (10,870 votes)
Early Voting: 10,202Election Day: 5,951Mail Ballots: 850
May 2023 City of Laredo Uniform General & Special Election (2023-05-06)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)55.0% (26,828 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 45.0% (21,950 votes)
Early Voting: 16,097Election Day: 9,390Mail Ballots: 1,341
May 2025 City of Laredo Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Mayor (At-Large)
ELECTED / WON
Dr. Victor D. Treviño (Current Profile)100.0% (29,127 votes)
Early Voting: 17,767Election Day: 9,903Mail Ballots: 1,457

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
694
Yes Votes
680 (98%)
No / Dissenting Votes
1 (0%)
Abstentions
13

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful
#1VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder Soliz Paving, Inc, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $3,911,966.60 for FY26-ENG-52 Springfield Avenues Extension, Phase 1 Project for the total base bid. Construction contract time is 220 working days. Funding is available in the 2024A Certificate of Obligation Bond. 1. Soliz Paving Inc, Laredo,
#2VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-21
Final Reading of an Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; approving estimated revenues; appropriating funds for authorized expenditures and transfers for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027; consistent with the financial plan described in said Annual Budget (see Exhibit “A”); approving the Holiday Schedule
#3VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-03
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2026 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the estimated amount of $202,507.00 in the Downtown TIRZ #1 2021B Certificate of Obligation Bond. The interest earnings being appropriated are for the arbitrage liability payment due to the U.S. Treasury. Funding is available in t
#4VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-26
Discussion with possible action concerning the identification, prioritization, and funding of long-term Capital Improvement Program (CIP) repairs at the Hamilton Hotel, including necessary building deferred maintenance, repairs to the central air conditioning system serving residential units, potential funding alternatives following the failure of the proposed bond election, and relevant agencies,
#5VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and PAVE Investments, LLC for a proposed multi-family project located at 3119 Saltillo Street, Lot 4A Block 1914 Eastern Division, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the
#6VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder Alcan Contracting, LLC, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $463,154.60 for FY24-ENG-81 Santa Fe Park Trail Project for the total base bid. Construction contract time is 120 working days. Funding is available in the Park Capital Grants Fund and 2025 Certificate of Obligation Bond. 1. Alcan Contractin
#7VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2025-2026 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $81,290.00 in the 2019 CO Bond in Transit. The interest earnings being appropriated are to complete the original amount allocated for the renovation project of El Metro Transit Center Building Maintenance Improveme
#8VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and PAVE Investments, LLC for a proposed multi-family project located at 3119 Saltillo Street, Lot 4A Block 1914 Eastern Division, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ).
#9VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, providing for the adoption of a tax rate of $0.506080 per $100.00 of value for Tax Year 2026. This tax rate will have a Maintenance and Operations rate of $0.380253 per $100 of Value and an Interest and Sinking Fund Rate of $0.125827 per $100 of Value for the levy and the collection of General and Special Ad Valorem taxes for the City of Laredo in the amount of
#10VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, authorizing the City Manager to amend Community Development Department’s FY2026-2027 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $250,000 for the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA). The Community Development Department received an award in the amount of $250,000 to provide home modifications for the vet
#11VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-14
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance for the adoption of a tax rate of $0.506080 per $100.00 of value for Tax Year 2026. The tax rate will provide revenue for the general fund and debt service. The rate includes $0.380253 per $100 of value for Maintenance and Operation and $0.125827 per $100 of value for the Interest and Sinking Fund of the Debt Service and is estimated to generate a tax levy
#12VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2025-2026 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the estimated amount of $600,228.00 in the 2025 Tax Note. The interest earnings being appropriated are to complete the amount originally allocated during the sale of the 2025 Tax Note for the McPherson -Shiloh Intersection Im
#13VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing and approving a fee waiver and tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and Virginia Garcia for the rehabilitation of an existing residential property located at 1520 Farragut Street, Lots 1-2 BLK 143 Western Division, in accordance with the authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowe
#14VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing and approving a fee waiver and tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and Virginia Garcia for the rehabilitation of an existing residential property located at 1520 Farragut Street, Lots 1-2 BLK 143 Western Division, in accordance with the authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). This agreement will be for a five (5) year period and will abate taxes on new imp
#15VOTED: YES+8.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-08
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing a property tax rate budget planning policy; directing that when the voter-approval tax rate exceeds the City's existing tax rate, the voter-approval tax rate shall generally be used as the initial revenue capacity assumption in development of the City Manager's proposed annual budget; requiring presentation of the voter-ap
#16VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Discussion with possible action regarding the continuation of the City of Laredo’s street maintenance and pavement preservation program initiated during the previous fiscal year, including identifying available funding sources, such as eligible prior Certificates of Obligation or other available funds, for preventative street maintenance and pavement preservation treatments intended to extend the
#17VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, authorizing the City Manager to amend Community Development Department’s FY2026-2027 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $250,000 for the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA). The Community Development Department received an award in the amount of $250,000 to provide home modifications for the vet
#18VOTED: YES+8.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Consideration to approve a contract with Professional Turf Products, Euless, TX in the total amount of $243,614.38 for the purchase and installation of a Variable Speed Vertical Turbine Pump Station equipment for Max Mandel Golf Course, utilizing the BuyBoard cooperative purchasing program, Buyboard Contract #805-26. All labor, materials, equipment, insurance, payment and performance bonds include
#19VOTED: YES+8.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-08-03
Submission of the 2026 Certified Appraisal Roll from the Webb County Appraisal District for the development of the City's tax roll; acceptance of the Tax Rate Calculation Worksheets for the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and Voter-Approval Tax Rate for Tax Year 2026; recommend to propose a tax rate of $0.506080 per $100 of value; setting a date for a Special City Council Meeting for the Public Hearing an
#20VOTED: NO+8.5 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (7-2)
2026-06-15
An Ordinance amending section 1 of Ordinance 2017-O-110 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of toll rates through a phased implementation schedule beginning FY2026 and continuing through January 2031; establishing revised toll rates for commercial vehicles, non-commercial vehicles, and pedestrian crossings; authorizing an initial adjustment upon adoption of the ordinance followed by
#21VOTED: YES-8.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, authorizing the City Manager to amend Community Development Department’s FY2026-2027 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $250,000 for the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA). The Community Development Department received an award in the amount of $250,000 to provide home modifications for the veteran’s community within the City of Laredo limits. Additionally, amending the FY2026-2027 Full-Time
#22VOTED: YES+8.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-08
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, adopting the Proposed Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, by appropriating the revenues, expenditures, and balances reported therein for the year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027, consistent with the financial plan described in said Annual Budget (see Exhibit "A") and holiday schedule for FY 2026-2
#23VOTED: YES+8.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance altering the boundary limits of the City of Laredo by disannexing a tract of land approximately 288.1 acres, more or less, located at 6902 US Highway 83 South (within Porcion 43, Abstract 45 - south of Mangana-Hein Rd and west of US Highway 83); providing for severability clause, and providing for publication and effective date.
#24VOTED: YES+8.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance altering the boundary limits of the City of Laredo by disannexing a tract of land approximately 288.1 acres, more or less, located at 6902 US Highway 83 South (within Porcion 43, Abstract 45 - south of Mangana-Hein Rd and west of US Highway 83); providing for severability clause, and providing for publication and effective date.
#25VOTED: YES-8.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Discussion and possible action regarding placing the continuation of the Flock Safety camera system before the voters of the City of Laredo through a non-binding public referendum, especially in light of Governor Abbott’s recent announcement regarding a pause in state funding for Flock camera systems, including any matters related thereto.
#26VOTED: YES-7.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-1)
2026-08-03
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a plant nursery on Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8, Block 911, Western Division, located at 2001 Baltimore Street (AS AMENDED). ZC-019-2026 District VIII
#27VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas rescinding Resolution No. 2025-R-69, which authorized the execution of a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement between the City of Laredo and ARMS, LTD. and its affiliate AARAV, LLC, due to the applicant’s withdrawal of its current request for economic development incentives, and providing for an effective date.
#28VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas rescinding Resolution No. 2025-R-69, which authorized the execution of a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement between the City of Laredo and ARMS, LTD. and its affiliate AARAV, LLC, due to the applicant’s withdrawal of its current request for economic development incentives, and providing for an effective date.
#29VOTED: YES-7.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-1)
2026-09-21
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 3 and 4, Block 493, Eastern Division, located at 219 East Taylor Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff does not support the application.
#30VOTED: YES-7.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (4-2)
2026-06-26
Discussion with possible action concerning election administration procedures, candidate filing requirements, election-related standards, and potential amendments to applicable policies, ordinances, or governing documents, and any matters related thereto.
#31VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City Laredo, Texas, renaming the Municipal Hospital Authority Ad-Hoc Committee as the Community Healthcare Advisory Committee; providing for continuity of the Committee, its current membership, appointments, and prior actions; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause providing for publication; and declaring an effective date.
#32VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City Laredo, Texas, renaming the Municipal Hospital Authority Ad-Hoc Committee as the Community Healthcare Advisory Committee; providing for continuity of the Committee, its current membership, appointments, and prior actions; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause providing for publication; and declaring an effective date.
#33VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Discussion with possible action directing the City Manager to develop an Ordinance establishing procedures and administrative authority for the write-off of uncollectible City debt and establishing a uniform policy for credit card and electronic payment processing fees; and any matters incident thereto.
#34VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 5.2 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located south of Lomas Del Sur Boulevard and west of Cuatro Vientos Road, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-3 (Community Business Dist
#35VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo’s Code of Ordinance Chapter 20, Municipal Court, Article I, Establishment of the Court, Article II, Presiding Municipal Court Judge, Article III, Court Personnel, providing for updates, and alignment with the City of Laredo Charter, and further establish specific sections; and declaring an effective date.
#36VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#37VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-08-31
Discussion with possible action to direct staff to prepare an ordinance requiring functional air-conditioning systems in all City-owned, City-leased, or City-managed properties, including minimum indoor temperature standards and requirements for timely repair or replacement of non functioning systems, and any matters related thereto.
#38VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-03
Discussion with possible action to suspend the enforcement of the tree ordinance for existing businesses until the ordinance is reviewed and updated; and any other matters incident there to.
#39VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a convenience store and gas station (serving alcohol with on-premise consumption) on Lot 3A, Block 1B, Emerald Valley Subdivision, Phase II, located at 4506 Ben-Cha Road. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the pro
#40VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a convenience store and gas station (serving alcohol with on-premise consumption) on Lot 2, Block 5, Del Mar Village Subdivision, located at 101 West Del Mar Boulevard. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the propo
#41VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a Planned Unit Development Overlay for apartments for approximately 3.08 acre tract of land, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located south of Cerralvo Drive and west of Riverbank Drive. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval o
#42VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, Block 881, Eastern Division, located at 1600 Clark Boulevard, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change. However, s
#43VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-01-06
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#44VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-05-06
Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
#45VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-07-02
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#46VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance authorizing the amendment of Chapter 12, “Fire Prevention and Protection”, Article V, Section 12-91, “Purpose and Schedule Fees”, of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, related to the International Fire Training Initiative, to include fire departments from communities with an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo, as well as cities, municipalities, or governmental entities covered under an active Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or other formal cooperation agreeme
#47VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for an auto body shop (collision center) on Lot 5, Block 1787, Eastern Division, located at 2917 Market Street The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit and staff supports the application. ZC-070-2026 District II
#48VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a heavy machinery retail sales and services and wholesales of general merchandise on Lots 6 and 8, Block 544, Western Division, located at 2303 Santa Rita Avenue (Suite B, 9,000 square feet). ZC-075-2026 District VIII
#49VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for an auto body shop (collision center) on Lot 5, Block 1787, Eastern Division, located at 2917 Market Street The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit and staff supports the application.
#50VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for an indoor bar only, outdoor on-premise alcohol consumption shall be prohibited, on Block 854-A (Suite 19, 912 square feet) and Lots 1, 2, 7, and 8, Block 757-A, Eastern Division, located at 4501 and 4500 McPherson Road and 1302 East Taylor
#51VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-2)
2026-09-08
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 28, Article IX, “Public Right-of-way Management,” of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by amending sections 28-165, 28-167, 28-176, 28-178, 28-181, 28-205, 28-206, 28-207, 28-210, 28-216, 28-217, 28-218, 28-219, 28-220, 28-221, 28-222, 28-223, 28-224, 28-228, 28-231, 28-232, 28-240, 28-249, and 28-253; adding sections 28-224.1 and 28-224.2; e
#52VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-03
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1005, Eastern Division, located at 1007 South Meadow Avenue, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-062-2026 District II
#53VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 20, Block 12, Lomas del Sur Subdivision, Unit V, located at 3115 Lomas del Sur Boulevard, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff supports the applicat
#54VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
An ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the Texas Library Association Summer at the Library Grant, in the estimated total amount of $2,500.00 per six month term, from May 2, 2026, through October 30, 2026, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department; and to amend the General Fund budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $2,500.00; and furthe
#55VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Final Reading of Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo's FY 2025-2026 budget by appropriating expenditures from a drawdown of $11,250,000 from fund balance from the Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. The funds will be used to cover the cost of the Leyendecker Construction contract for the Phase 1B.
#56VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-05-07
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#57VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-01-02
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#58VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#59VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a heavy machinery retail sales and services and wholesales of general merchandise on Lots 6 and 8, Block 544, Western Division, located at 2303 Santa Rita Avenue (Suite B, 9,000 square feet). ZC-075-2026 District VIII
#60VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#61VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo amending Chapter 18, Article V, Section 18-21, “Registration Requirements for New Business Registration”, adding section 18.21(c) entitled “Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy with Conditions”, to establish the issuance and process for Certificates of Occupancy with Conditions; and to establish a fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00); and Chapter 18, Article V, S
#62VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-03
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#63VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1005, Eastern Division, located at 1007 South Meadow Avenue, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application. ZC-062-2026 Dis
#64VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 367, Western Division, located at 1812 Santa Ursula Avenue, from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application. ZC-061-2026
#65VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a convenience store and gas station (serving alcohol with on-premise consumption) on Lot 1, Block 8A, Las Brisas Del Mar Subdivision, located at 8612 McPherson Road. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed
#66VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Amend the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances Chapter 17 — Allowing for the addition of new fees associated with new and expanded services, the deletion of fees for services no longer offered, the updating of policies associated with these services at the Laredo Public Library, and updates to the Library Advisory Committee and
#67VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#68VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-02-03
Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions
#69VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-10-01
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#70VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-04-02
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#71VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance authorizing the amendment of Chapter 12, “Fire Prevention and Protection”, Article V, Section 12-91, “Purpose and Schedule Fees”, of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, related to the International Fire Training Initiative, to include fire departments from communities with an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo, as well as cities, municipalities, or governmental en
#72VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Request for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 (1) (A) to consult with legal counsel concerning upcoming collective bargaining negotiations with the City of Laredo Fire Department, and any other matters incident thereto.
#73VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 5.2 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located south of Lomas Del Sur Boulevard and west of Cuatro Vientos Road, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-3 (Community Business Distr
#74VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Request for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.071 (1) (A) to consult with legal counsel concerning upcoming collective bargaining negotiations with the City of Laredo Police Department, and any other matters incident thereto.
#75VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the FY 26 Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Reimbursement Grant, in the estimated total amount of $6,182.68, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department; and to amend the General Fund budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,182.68; and further authorizing the City Manager to exec
#76VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#77VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-08
Discussion with possible action to review and amend Chapter 6 (Animals) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo to strengthen provisions concerning lawful surrender of animals, proper restraint and confinement, minimum standards for adequate shelter and humane care, and enforcement of animal-related ordinances, including penalties and any other matters incident thereto.
#78VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-08-31
Discussion with possible action to direct staff to prepare an ordinance requiring functional air-conditioning systems in all City-owned, City-leased, or City-managed properties, including minimum indoor temperature standards and requirements for timely repair or replacement of non functioning systems, and any matters related thereto.
#79VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#80VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#81VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, Block 629, Eastern Division, located at 1101 Guadalupe Street, from B-1 (Limited Business District) and R-O (Residential Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone ch
#82VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance 2022-O-185, which authorized a Special Use Permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lot 5A, Block 1, Encino Plaza Subdivision, Unit 2A, located at 7518 McPherson Road, Suite 510 (4,176 square feet) in order to remove Cosmos Bar and Grill and Encino Plaza, Incorporated and rep
#83VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-03-03
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#84VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-08-06
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#85VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a heavy machinery retail sales and services and wholesales of general merchandise on Lots 6 and 8, Block 544, Western Division, located at 2303 Santa Rita Avenue (Suite B, 9,000 square feet). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommende
#86VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-03
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a Heavy Machinery Sales/Display (Outdoor) and Truck/Trailer Rental on Lot 1, Block 1, DCAF Mines Road Plat, located at 16111 FM 1472. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit, and st
#87VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a plant nursery on Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8, Block 911, Western Division, located at 2001 Baltimore Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed conditional use permit. Staff supports the application. ZC-01
#88VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance 2023-O-011 which authorized a conditional use permit for an amusement redemption machine establishment on Lot 1A, Block 1, Anil Associates, Limited Liability Company, Phase 1, located at 9110 McPherson Road, Suite 1 (10,800 square feet) in order to remove the current parties an
#89VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the Community Development Department, subject to the approval of the City Manager and/or his designee, to administratively establish, revise, and adjust rental rates for certain City-owned senior housing and affordable housing properties; requiring advance written notice to tenants of rental rate increases; authorizing the
#90VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 2, 4, 6, and 8, Block 544, Western Division, located at 2303 Santa Rita Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff does not support the applicat
#91VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.08 acre tract of land, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located south of Cerralvo Drive and west of Riverbank Drive, from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District). The Planning and Zoning Commission rec
#92VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-10-07
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#93VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-09-08
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#94VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-03-05
Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
#95VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article II, Section 7-20, “Administration”, creating a section to establish the registration, approval, and authorization of third-party inspectors to perform building inspections within the City of Laredo; and to establish a non-refundable third-party inspector registration fee of sixty dollars ($60.00); providing for the review and acceptance of third-party inspection reports by the Department Director or designee; providi
#96VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#97VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Discussion with possible action regarding the identification and evaluation of a potential location to establish a connection between Independence Hills subdivision and Concord Hills subdivision for the development of a regional park, including potential access, connectivity and recreational opportunities; and any other matters incident thereto.
#98VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#99VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-21
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#100VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-08
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 1, Section 2-16, "Departments of the City" of the Code of Ordinances by consolidating Planning and Zoning Department and Building Development Services Division, and creating the Development Services Department; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith; providing that the ordinance shall
#101VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 4, 5, 8, and 9, Block 470, Eastern Division, located at 317 East Eistetter Street and 316 and 318 East Bustamante Street, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change,
#102VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-03
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 2, 4, 6, and 8, Block 544, Western Division, located at 2303 Santa Rita Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff does not support the applicat
#103VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Kimberly Plaza Subdivision, located at 4800 McPherson Road, from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change, and staff does not support the application. Z
#104VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-15
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#105VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-07-01
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#106VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-06-03
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#107VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-12-03
Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
#108VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 5.2 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located south of Lomas Del Sur Boulevard and west of Cuatro Vientos Road, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-069-2026 District I
#109VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#110VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance, as amended, Of The City Of Laredo, Texas, Amending Chapter 28, Article IX, “Public Right-Of-Way Management,” Of The Laredo Code Of Ordinances By Amending Sections 28-165, 28-167, 28-176, 28-178, 28-181, 28-205, 28-206, 28-207, 28-210, 28-216, 28-217, 28-218, 28-219, 28-220, 28-221, 28-222, 28-223, 28-224, 28-228, 28-231, 28-232, 28-240, 28-249, And 28-253; Adding Sections 28-224.1 an
#111VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo’s Code of Ordinance Chapter 20, Municipal Court, Article I, Establishment of the Court, Article II, Presiding Municipal Court Judge, Article III, Court Personnel, providing for updates, and alignment with the City of Laredo Charter, and further establish specific sections; and declaring an effective date.
#112VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-28
Consultation with outside legal counsel concerning the development of an ordinance establishing procedures and enforcement mechanisms for alleged violations of the City Charter, including procedures for complaints, investigation, notice and opportunity to respond, due process protections, determination of violations, appropriate remedies or sanctions authorized by law, conflicts of interest, and any matters incident thereto.
#113VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a bar with outdoor on-premise alcohol consumption on Block 854-A (Suite 19, 912 square feet) and Lots 1, 2, 7, and 8, Block 757-A, Eastern Division, located at 4501 and 4500 McPherson Road and 1302 East Taylor Street. The Planning and Zo
#114VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
An Ordinance ordering and proclaiming a Joint General City Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026; for: the Election of City Officials; designating polling places; providing for publication; and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with the Webb County Elections Office / Administrator in the estimated amount of $92,567.46 for the purpose of conducting a joint election wi
#115VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 4, Larga Vista Subdivision, located at 5602 State Highway 359, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application. ZC-052-2026 D
#116VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance Number 2025-O-223, which authorized a conditional use permit for an Animal Care Substation (Office) on Lot 20, Block 5, Sierra Vista Police Station Plat, located at 140 Ceniso Loop in order to convert the approved office use into an Animal Care Substation with indoor and outdoo
#117VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 20, Block 5, Sierra Vista Police Station Plat, located at 140 Ceniso Loop, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff supports the application.
#118VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-12-02
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#119VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-11-04
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#120VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-08-05
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#121VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending division 3. - cost, fees, and enforcement, section 28-215, of the code of ordinances land development code to establish and codify fees charged to the public for overtime construction inspection services; establishing request, payment, and exemption requirements; providing for an automatic four percent (4%) annual cost-of-living adjustment to such fees without further city council action; providing for publication of the adjusted fee schedule;
#122VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for an auto body shop (collision center) on Lot 5, Block 1787, Eastern Division, located at 2917 Market Street The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit and staff supports the application.
#123VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the FY 26 Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Reimbursement Grant, in the estimated total amount of $6,182.68, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department; and to amend the General Fund budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,182.68; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting f
#124VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-08
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#125VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article II, Section 7-20, “Administration”, creating a section to establish the registration, approval, and authorization of third-party inspectors to perform building inspections within the City of Laredo; and to establish a non-refundable third-party inspector registration fee of sixty dollars ($60.00); providing for the rev
#126VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a Heavy Machinery Sales/Display (Outdoor) and Truck/Trailer Rental on Lot 1, Block 1, DCAF Mines Road Plat, located at 16111 FM 1472. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit, and st
#127VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.08 acre tract of land, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located south of Cerralvo Drive and west of Riverbank Drive, from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District). The Planning and Zoning Commission rec
#128VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the American Conversation Project Grant, in the estimated total amount of $500.00 per six month term, from June 19, 2026, through November 30, 2026, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department; and to amend the General Fund Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $500.00;
#129VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.33 Acre Tract, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located east of Don Beto Drive and north of Grisell Drive, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended app
#130VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-04-07
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#131VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-03-04
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#132VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-11-05
Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
#133VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-02-06
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#134VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#135VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
An Ordinance authorizing the amendment of Chapter 12, “Fire Prevention and Protection”, Article V, Section 12-91, “Purpose and Schedule Fees”, of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, related to the International Fire Training Initiative, to include fire departments from communities with an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo, as well as cities, municipalities, or governmental en
#136VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article 1, Section 7-2 “Same-Amendments” and Chapter 24, Appendix D, “Permit Fees”, by increasing the administrative fee for the moving of any building or structure from fifty dollars ($50.00) to sixty dollars ($60.00); clarifying the scope of services covered by the administrative fee; by increasing the swimming po
#137VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
Final Reading of Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 6 (Pay Administration), of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, specifically Section 2-87.7-Policy by providing for a two percent (2%) Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) & wage schedule adjustment; a two percent (2%) tenured achievement adjustment pay for all City of Laredo full-time Employees who hav
#138VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-17
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#139VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a plant nursery on Lot 6, Block 196, Eastern Division, located at 4019 Sanders Avenue. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit. Staff supports the application. ZC-063-2026 Distri
#140VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-26
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#141VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a Heavy Machinery Sales/Display (Outdoor) and Truck/Trailer Rental on Lot 1, Block 1, DCAF Mines Road Plat, located at 16111 FM 1472. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit, and st
#142VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-01-07
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#143VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-09-03
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#144VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-06-04
Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions
#145VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article II, Section 7-20, “Administration”, creating a section to establish the registration, approval, and authorization of third-party inspectors to perform building inspections within the City of Laredo; and to establish a non-refundable third-party inspector registration fee of sixty dollars ($60.00); providing for the rev
#146VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance, as amended, Of The City Of Laredo, Texas, Amending Chapter 28, Article IX, “Public Right-Of-Way Management,” Of The Laredo Code Of Ordinances By Amending Sections 28-165, 28-167, 28-176, 28-178, 28-181, 28-205, 28-206, 28-207, 28-210, 28-216, 28-217, 28-218, 28-219, 28-220, 28-221, 28-222, 28-223, 28-224, 28-228, 28-231, 28-232, 28-240, 28-249, And 28-253; Adding Sections 28-224.1 and 28-224.2; Establishing Enhanced Infrastructure-Protection, Excavation-Safety, Financial-Security,
#147VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending division 3. - cost, fees, and enforcement, section 28-215, of the code of ordinances land development code to establish and codify fees charged to the public for overtime construction inspection services; establishing request, payment, and exemption requirements; providing for an automatic four percent (4%) annual cost-of-living adjustment to suc
#148VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the FY 26 Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Reimbursement Grant, in the estimated total amount of $6,182.68, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department; and to amend the General Fund budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,182.68; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the
#149VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-21
Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager and appropriate departments to review the City’s existing ordinances, permitting requirements, right-of-way regulations, enforcement procedures, and fees related to fiber-optic and telecommunications infrastructure, in response to ongoing concerns regarding damage to private property caused by providers, contractors, and subcontractors; an
#150VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo FY26 Airport Operations Budget to appropriate revenues and expenses by the amount of $2,213,456.00 for Federal Aviation Administration Grant No. LRD-SWG-3-48-0136-108-2026. Said grant will be used for the extension of Runway 18R and the removal of the EMAS. 90% Federal Funds ($2,102,868.00) and 10%
#151VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a convenience store and gas station (serving alcohol with on-premise consumption) on Lot 1A, Block 2, Lago Del Mar Subdivision, located at 2501 East Del Mar. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditi
#152VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-04-01
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#153VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-02-04
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#154VOTED: YES-5.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-1)
2026-09-21
Consideration to Authorize City Manager to Amend contract FY22-015 Hendrickson Transportation Group, LLC (HTG) Professional Legal Services through February 18, 2027, such for an amount of $100,000 for a total not to exceed $185,000 in reference to Purchase Order 437318 to Hendrickson Transportation Group. This purchase order is being utilized to provide professional legal services on behalf of El
#155VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Consideration to renew supply contract FY24-118 for the purchase of automotive parts for the Fleet Department with the following vendors: 1) Gonzalez Auto Parts, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount of $350,000.00 and $700,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 2) O’Reilly Auto Parts, Springfield, Missouri in an annual amount of $150,000.00 and $300,000.00 for the remainder of the con
#156VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Authorizing the 4th Amendment to the Economic Development performance and program grant agreement between the City of Laredo, Texas and Laredo Outlet Shoppes, LLC. With the original date to the agreement on September 2, 2014.
#157VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a one-year service agreement with Superion LLC, a CentralSquare Company, Lake Mary FL, for $348,754.16 utilizing Sourcewell Contract #030425-CNSQ. The service agreement is for software enhancements, support, and maintenance for the CentralSquare ERP Software System for the period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Funding is available in the
#158VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration to select and negotiate a professional consulting services contract for RFQ 2026-066 Utility Asset Management Consultant and Program Oversight Services Project with the highest-ranked firm, Kimley-Horn and Associates, to serve as the Utility Asset Management Consultant and Program Manager for the Utilities Department. The consultant will assist in developing and implementing a practi
#159VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration to award RFQ 2026-031 contracts to the following artists and contractors for the Public Arts Program Projects in the estimated amounts: Timothy Robert Smith Library Mural Project: Exterior Wall Mural, Estimated completion: 45 days $65,000.00 Oneida Trevino Library Mural Project: Exterior Mural, Estimated completion: 45 days $18,000.00 Devona Stimpson Library Mural Project: Inte
#160VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Discussion with possible action regarding city support for a baseball tournament and directing management to review a potential collaboration agreement similar to existing agreements for other youth baseball tournaments, similar to the recent PONY League Reimbursement Agreement, and any matters thereto.
#161VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-08-21
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, ordering and proclaiming a Special City Election to be held for the election of a city official for City Council District VIII; designating polling places; providing for publication; and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and enter into contract with the Webb County Elections Office / Administrator or any other elections administrator for the purpose of conducting a Special Election; and any matters relating thereto.
#162VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#163VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-02-03
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#164VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-06-03
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#165VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order No. 1 for a reduction of $2,000.00 and release retainage and approved final payment in the amount of $78,350.25 to Midas Contractors, LLC and accepting the Tug Lane project as complete. This change order will be cover under the allowance approved in the contract. Original contract amount is $545,000.00, New amount will decrease the contract to a
#166VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Consideration to award a professional services contract to Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, College Station, Texas, in the amount not to exceed $1,400,000.00 to provide schematic design, design development, construction documents, bid phase, and construction administration for RFQ FY24-ENG-12 Laredo Fire Department Station 17, to be located at 13002 Apollo Dr. (corner of Apollo Dr. & Verde Rd. /
#167VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#168VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-05-06
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#169VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-03-04
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#170VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-21
Consideration to award contract RFB 2026-074 to the bidder Arguindegui Oil CO. II, Ltd, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount not to exceed $130,000.00 for a total contract value of $520,000.00 for the purchase of engine oil and transmission fluid for the Laredo Transit Management, Inc., (El Metro). The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution a
#171VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-08-31
Discussion with possible action regarding the FY 2026–2027 budget, including an update on collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), associated budget deadline, and any matters related thereto.
#172VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#173VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#174VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#175VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
Consideration for approval amendment no. 2, an increase in the amount of $1,114,725.00 to the professional services contract with JHS Architect Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the City of Laredo Sports Complex Phase 1B Project. This amendment no. 2 is to provide additional architectural and engineering services that encompass building design, park planning, and landscape architectural design. Current con
#176VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-02-03
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#177VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-12-02
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#178VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-10-07
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#179VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-09-08
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#180VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-11-05
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#181VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-09-03
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#182VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-08-06
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#183VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-04-02
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#184VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-03-05
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#185VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-02-06
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#186VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-02-06
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#187VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
Authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order No. 1 with Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Inc., in the amount of $268,668.71, for several items not included in the original contract and to increase the contract time by 660 calendar days due to additional work not included in the original contract and requested by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Laredo International Airpo
#188VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#189VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-20
Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget, including proposed revenues and expenditures, capital improvement, and other budgetary matters; and providing direction to City staff regarding revisions to the Proposed Budget prior to final consideration and adoption. 1. Introduction 2. Proposed Consolidated Budget & General Fund Highlights 3.
#190VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-11-04
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#191VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-01-07
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#192VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-12-03
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#193VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-10-01
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#194VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract amendment from the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Public Health Infrastructure Funding Grant in the additional amount of $38,000.00, for a total amount of $2,639,178.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from Decembe
#195VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 22.82 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located west of US Highway 83 and north of Masterson Road, from AG (Agricultural District) and B-3 (Community Business District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District). The Planning and Z
#196VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all legal documents granting AEP Texas, Inc., a 15’ Utility Easement and Right-of-Way containing 683.27 sq. ft of land, more or less, out of a tract of land, being the remainder of a 128.0839 acre tract, Lot 1, Block 1, Laredo Northwest International Bridge Plat, recorded in Volume 22, Page 86, Plat Records of Webb C
#197VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a special use permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lots 7 and 8, Block 305, Eastern Division, located at 818 and 820 Clark Boulevard. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed Special Use Permit, with an amendment to Condition No.
#198VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a bar with outdoor on-premise alcohol consumption on Block 854-A (Suite 19, 912 square feet) and Lots 1, 2, 7, and 8, Block 757-A, Eastern Division, located at 4501 and 4500 McPherson Road and 1302 East Taylor Street. The Planning and Zo
#199VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a Phone Exchange/Switching Station on Lot 5, Block 179, Western Division, located at 1016 San Francisco Avenue. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit, and staff supports the applic
#200VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES