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Ruben Gutierrez, Jr.

Councilmember, District 5 (District 5)
City of Laredo

Elected Councilmember, District 5 for City of Laredo.

jleal@ci.laredo.tx.us956-791-7309
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 32.2/100▼ -5.3 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #30863 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
32.4/100
Regulatory Restraint
34.1/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2025 City of Laredo Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Councilmember, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ruben Gutierrez, Jr. (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
826
Yes Votes
777 (94%)
No / Dissenting Votes
9 (1%)
Abstentions
40

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-9.0 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
#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 (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
#7VOTED: 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).
#8VOTED: 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
#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 (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
#11VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 2026-2027 (see Exhibit "B"); authorizing the City Manager to implement said Annual Budget.
“For”
#12VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 the Downtown TIRZ#1 2021 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
“For”
#13VOTED: 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
#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 • 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
#16VOTED: YES+8.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 of $140,577,516. The City Council is scheduled to vote on the tax rate on September 21, 2026, at 5:
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#17VOTED: 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
#18VOTED: 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
#19VOTED: 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
#20VOTED: 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
#21VOTED: 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
#22VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-06-01
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2026 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenses in the amount of $2,024,582.00 in the Sewer System Fund - 2015B and 2020A Revenue Bond and Waterworks Fund - 2020A Revenue Bond. The interest earnings being appropriated are for the arbitrage liability payment due to the US Treasury.
“For”
#23VOTED: YES+8.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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-approval, existing, and no-new-revenue tax rate scenarios; preserving the City Council's annual author
“For”
#24VOTED: 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
#25VOTED: YES-8.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 veteran’s community within the City of Laredo limits. Additionally, amending the FY2026-2027 Full-Time
“For”
#26VOTED: 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
#27VOTED: 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.
#28VOTED: 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.
#29VOTED: 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.
#30VOTED: 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
#31VOTED: YES-7.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: 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
#32VOTED: YES-7.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-1)
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
“For”
#33VOTED: 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.
#34VOTED: 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.
#35VOTED: 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.
#36VOTED: 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.
#37VOTED: 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
#38VOTED: 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.
#39VOTED: 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.
#40VOTED: 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.
#41VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-21
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#42VOTED: 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.
#43VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: 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
#44VOTED: 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.
#45VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-03
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
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#46VOTED: 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
#47VOTED: 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
#48VOTED: 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
#49VOTED: 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
#50VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-15
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
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#51VOTED: 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
#52VOTED: 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
#53VOTED: 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
#54VOTED: 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
#55VOTED: 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
#56VOTED: 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
#57VOTED: 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.
#58VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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. ZC-070-2026 District II
“For”
#59VOTED: 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
#60VOTED: 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
#61VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-2)
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; establishing enhanced infrastructure-protection, excavation-safety, financial-security, incident-resp
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#62VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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, Section 18-27, “Record Keeping and Reinstatement Process”, to establish an Amnesty Certificate of Occ
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#63VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: 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
#64VOTED: YES-7.2 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 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.
#65VOTED: 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
#66VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 application. ZC-058-2026 District VIII
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#67VOTED: 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
#68VOTED: 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
#69VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 proposed conditional use permit. Staff supports the application. ZC-051-2026 District III
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#70VOTED: 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.
#71VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 staff supports the application. ZC-054-2026 District VII
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#72VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-01
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Ordinance 2024-O-110 of the City of Laredo to authorize and penalize repeat U-Turn offenders, allow them to cross and charge the following: authorizing to increase the insufficient fund fee to $500.00 for the 1st U-Turn Offense plus the per axle toll fee, $1,000.00 for the 2nd U-Turn Offense plus the per axle toll fee and $2,000.00 for the 3rd U-Turn Offense plus the per axle crossing fee for southbound commercial v
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#73VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-05-07
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#74VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-01-02
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#75VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#76VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#77VOTED: 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
#78VOTED: 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
#79VOTED: YES-7.1 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 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
#80VOTED: YES-7.1 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 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 Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit with the following modif
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#81VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-08-03
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#82VOTED: 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
#83VOTED: 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
#84VOTED: 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
#85VOTED: 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
#86VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 change and staff supports the application. ZC-067-2026 District III
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#87VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-06-15
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#88VOTED: 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
#89VOTED: 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
#90VOTED: 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
#91VOTED: 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
#92VOTED: 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.
#93VOTED: 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
#94VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this applicatio
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#95VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit and staff supports the application. ZC-075-2026
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#96VOTED: 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.
#97VOTED: 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
#98VOTED: 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.
#99VOTED: YES-7.0 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 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
#100VOTED: YES-7.0 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 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. 4 modifying the hours of operation. Under the amended condition, the restaurant will be permitted t
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#101VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
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, and staff does not support the application. ZC-068-2026 District IV
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#102VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-03
Public Hearing and consideration of a motion to consider the exterior alterations of the façade by replacing the original storefront windows with a stucco wall on Lots 8 and 9, Block 42, Western Division, located at 901 Hidalgo Street. This property is within Old Mercado Historic District. Historic District Landmark Board failed to establish quorum on June 11, 2026 (Regular Meeting) and July 9, 2026 (Regular Meeting), therefore, the item is being presented for Council consideration pursuant t
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#103VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#104VOTED: 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
#105VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 application. ZC-058-2026 District VIII
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#106VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-07-27
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#107VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 application. ZC-060-2026 District II
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#108VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 of the proposed planned unit development, and staff supports the application. ZC-056-2026 Distri
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#109VOTED: 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
#110VOTED: YES+7.0 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 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, staff supports the application. Pursuant to Section 211.0061 of the Texas Local Government Code, a
“For”
#111VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-01
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#112VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-03-03
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#113VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2024-08-06
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#114VOTED: 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
#115VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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 entities covered under an active Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or other formal cooperation agreeme
“For”
#116VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-21
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#117VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: 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 County, Texas, this 683.27 sq. ft. Utility Easement being more particularly described by Exhibit “A”
“For”
#118VOTED: 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
#119VOTED: 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
#120VOTED: 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
#121VOTED: 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
#122VOTED: 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
#123VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 conditional use permit, and staff supports the application. ZC-047-2026 District V
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#124VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 District VIII
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#125VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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-019-2026 District VIII
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#126VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 and issue the conditional use permit to the property and to extend the current expiration date of the
“For”
#127VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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 recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff supports the application. ZC-037-2026 D
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#128VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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 District III
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#129VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-06-15
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#130VOTED: 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
#131VOTED: 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
#132VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-09-08
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#133VOTED: 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
#134VOTED: 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.
#135VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#136VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#137VOTED: 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
#138VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 District). The applicant has amended the application and is now requesting a B-3 zoning. The applic
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#139VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-21
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#140VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
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#141VOTED: 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
#142VOTED: 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,
#143VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#144VOTED: 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
#145VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 proposed conditional use permit, and staff supports the application. ZC-048-2026 District V
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#146VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 District II
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#147VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#148VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-15
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#149VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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 approval of the proposed zone change, and staff does not support the application. ZC-035-2026 Distr
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#150VOTED: 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
#151VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-01
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. ZC-036-2026 District IV
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#152VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-01
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a contract from the Ardmore Institute of Health for the Lifestyle Medicine Consortium Program Grant, amending the FY2025-2026 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $100,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, for the term June 01, 2026 through May 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Lifestyle Me
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#153VOTED: 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
#154VOTED: 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
#155VOTED: 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
#156VOTED: 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.
#157VOTED: 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
#158VOTED: 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
#159VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-10-05
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#160VOTED: 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.
#161VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#162VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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
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#163VOTED: 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
#164VOTED: 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
#165VOTED: 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
#166VOTED: YES+6.7 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 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 replace with Cosmos Bar & Grill-Lombrana Properties as the parties to whom the permit is issued and to
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#167VOTED: 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.
#168VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-01
An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 23 - Parks and Recreation Department, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo to amend Chapter 23-6, Section 2, fee schedule for the Buena Vista Sports Complex to allow for 6-week team program, complex hosted events and programs and tournament registration and gate fees, weekday per pod/complex fees, weekend discount package, weekday grouping of 2-hour field rentals and add-on fees for custom fence distance, tables and chairs se
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#169VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-06-01
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
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#170VOTED: 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
#171VOTED: 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
#172VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-08-05
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#173VOTED: 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
#174VOTED: 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.
#175VOTED: 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;
#176VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2026-09-08
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
#177VOTED: 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
#178VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
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 review and acceptance of third-party inspection reports by the Building Official; providing for enforce
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#179VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-08-17
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
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#180VOTED: YES-6.6 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 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 application. ZC-062-2025 District VIII
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#181VOTED: 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
#182VOTED: 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
#183VOTED: 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;
#184VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 District VIII
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#185VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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 staff supports the application. ZC-054-2026 District VII
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#186VOTED: 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
#187VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
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.
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#188VOTED: 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 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 outdoor animal confinement. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed c
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#189VOTED: 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
#190VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (9-0)
2025-03-04
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#191VOTED: 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
#192VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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 Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit with the following modif
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#193VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: 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.
#194VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-09-08
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
#195VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: 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
#196VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-08
PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE
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#197VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: 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,
#198VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
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, and any other matters related thereto.
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#199VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (3-1)
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.
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#200VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: 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.