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- Consent agenda: Motion to approve items 2–4, 6–10 and 12–16 carried by voice vote. Item 1 was later moved, seconded and approved separately by voice vote. (Specific item descriptions are in the official agenda/minutes.)

- Ordinance 2024‑223d (Chapter 86): Approved on second/final reading as amended to adopt right‑of‑way management regulations and a master fee schedule for private ROW use, encroachment and special events. BPUB counsel and city attorneys worked through edits before adoption.

- Billboard permits (application IDs 2024‑06593 and 2024‑07263): Approved following a public hearing and consultant review; one commissioner was recorded as voting no.

- Resolution 2025‑033: Approved to apply for up to $2,000,000 under the EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance program to support the Marina Industrial Park project (developer: Seeta by National Industrial Solutions).

- SNAP board appointment: Susan Perez was nominated, seconded and appointed to fill the District 4 vacancy on the Special Needs Advisory Board (SNAP).

- Resolution 2025‑034 (multipurpose arena): Approved as amended following executive session; motion carried by voice vote.

Why it matters: The commissions' votes move forward a mix of routine administrative matters (consent items and board appointments), regulatory changes (ROW ordinance), land‑use permits (billboards) and economic development action (EDA grant application). The multipurpose arena resolution was approved after closed‑session discussion and will proceed per the amended resolution.

Speakers and officials recorded on these items included city staff, BPUB counsel Juan Pecanillo, grants staff Stefan Truquillo, developer representative Rene Javier Gonzalez, and mayor and commissioners. For full text of ordinances and resolutions, see the city clerk's official minutes and adopted documents.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Commission Meeting 03/04/2025","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of formal actions taken by the Brownsville City Commission on March 4, including consent agenda approvals, an ordinance amending right‑of‑way rules, billboard permits, an EDA grant application resolution, a board appointment and a multipurpose arena resolution passed after executive session.","taxTitle","Brownsville, Cameron County, Texas","taxId",2775,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6086378,"Police report says downtown car‑washer solicitation has fallen after joint enforcement effort",160,3197000,3357000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0&start=3197&end=3357","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0/thumbnail_3197000.jpg","/articles/6086378/Brownsville/Cameron-County/Texas/Police-report-says-downtown-carwasher-solicitation-has-fallen-after-joint-enforcement-effort","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6086378-cc03e371e2ea373a0d2126f74715c230/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159127&Signature=EJW7EciuComWFDaLd7jc1pX3Gt14ihIzTN1GzW74OIAa20hm0YL0pqveTPZFd-VRfonwItEW7pjLjTUv7Yod7G5pRvFLsvmvmrnnkauJ9A~d8NK-fGWrCS24mO3j0xtV7ES~84Sar9Tk1TGn0X4-zWhsev9s-9oBTwOk9ImBsvf~p~vYOE36DBlE3OkjClLkWVbp9MZQS9RvtWJdrDclQUwdb4tbEZOvc7MOkxKTq5L0Yek7q1NckdBKOHHI-22GdYA2OOg51yQaZP1tvM2gd7SqbcTBCQjS8Wt0P~G4hrhd0Jneb2wPxpaY0tRJAaNL-s0a-DmWphlVFWMe1DAbgQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff told the City Commission on March 4 that coordinated enforcement has reduced solicitation by informal car washers in downtown Brownsville.

Lieutenant Sergio Perez of the police department's Special Investigations Unit updated the commission on enforcement actions. Perez said bike patrol officers, public works stormwater crews and code enforcement met on Feb. 6 to coordinate an approach. During February, the joint team contacted approximately 30 individuals washing cars in downtown and warned or informed most, with two people receiving citations after prior warnings.

Perez said officers noted some car washers used an exterior water faucet on a city building and a fire hydrant at Tenth and Saint Charles for water and that internal services addressed the unauthorized use of those water sources. He told commissioners the downtown solicitation level has been significantly reduced and that the departments will continue monitoring the area.

The item was presented as an update; no formal vote was required. Commissioners thanked the department for the coordinated response.

Speakers on the record included Lieutenant Sergio Perez (Special Investigations Unit) and city staff who coordinated the operation.","Brownsville police, public works and code enforcement said they contacted about 30 informal car washers in downtown and issued two citations; use of city water sources and a fire hydrant was cited as an enforcement issue.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6086383,"Commission adopts amended right‑of‑way regulations and fee schedule after PUB requested edits",165,3742000,3907000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0&start=3742&end=3907","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0/thumbnail_3742000.jpg","/articles/6086383/Brownsville/Cameron-County/Texas/Commission-adopts-amended-rightofway-regulations-and-fee-schedule-after-PUB-requested-edits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6086383-2acde42146e32c858d4cf188f3081705/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159127&Signature=nXf8aEYMdXHcGrPoz9jv9WPkxruIX2WxrF8mG3dS8xm0tMDsENtGMoAyYgkFJh4z25N0ObWqOMA1x8cjfUjaqpZejuIyH41cGeEv03u146M8OXzM9MIAzVXiXaT1jcmhRALzNtR3zh5RBhHGrH0-KqaFWUsMtKe1j-sdW-ICkrIK879Ls0d0-0MZd2PKN4xcuu33jWnOHrbCtzLbqu2S1hZVX63rIHs8QhDU2mbCUdJM7kzIo3D3e1KruSjeJnhUNM4-iaGM6Q4BtuZxOqT3Mhj~zIuT02bVP3M9Yt1H28DiAlQuCd1zAwXIg9fwOD4Q1bEaP3UW7nSmEs1aISwLjA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City Commission on March 4 approved the second and final reading of Ordinance 2024‑223d to amend Chapter 86 of the city code and adopt updated right‑of‑way management regulations and a revised master fee schedule for private use and encroachment of the public right of way.

Staff said the item was pulled from the consent agenda earlier in the meeting to allow last‑minute edits proposed by the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB). City staff and representatives for BPUB reviewed and negotiated language changes during the meeting; Juan Pecanillo identified himself as local counsel for BPUB and told the commission that BPUB supported the edited language.

The amendments clarify that the new article applies to private use of the right of way and that separate sections already cover city and BPUB activities. The ordinance includes provisions enabling closure of streets for special events, encroachment permits for outdoor dining and other private uses, and fees for a private‑use encroachment license and special event ROW use.

Commissioners moved and seconded a motion to approve the ordinance as amended; the motion carried by voice vote. Staff said the ordinance reflects requested adjustments to preserve PUB's operational authority while creating a separate, enforceable article for private uses and fees.

Why it matters: The ordinance sets a citywide framework for permitting and charging for private uses of public rights of way, including sidewalks and streets, and clarifies how the city and BPUB will be treated under the code.

Speakers on record included Juan Pecanillo (local counsel for the Brownsville Public Utilities Board) and city staff.","The City Commission approved second/final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 86 (streets, sidewalks and public places) to establish right‑of‑way management rules, closure/encroachment provisions and set fees for private use of the ROW and special events, after Brownsville Public Utilities Board counsels worked with city attorneys on edits.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6086388,"Commission approves two billboard applications from 2024 pilot; one commissioner records lone dissent",621,3895000,4516000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0&start=3895&end=4516","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0/thumbnail_3895000.jpg","/articles/6086388/Brownsville/Cameron-County/Texas/Commission-approves-two-billboard-applications-from-2024-pilot-one-commissioner-records-lone-dissent","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6086388-6ea96d6f4877f24485e1aa61b9efc982/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159127&Signature=lyVIWXMAIapkczKmXQVt7pqNZLbtFAzy6DEZrKAaCBZk3XU8xGCwvZMv-ZT7JyFdyh7bdvXDLCHwLDAAO1YedEnnUvv-dhozt2S1nvfc~KHPN5ZxGfMaa54lBBgrq73xsD3ot8ufg1LHCMhAQSo8ncWKE~lBxgickgaowA4pG7uyZSspyYCLAUWQ9O2Nf6eMPp2860u9e9jY5JQ5JHSuHhDy73UbrYlGmzk0GBVuTPsODeaztjH5NSNNsrVpsjaOEmM9fOFwHDVS7zYrGpw4ACNbjmQsAIDvfG-EhEQFzx1vYgezv6235jp4tPgJnyMv~AuLpLd5SXQM8ETcWeEZig__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Brownsville City Commission on March 4 approved two billboard sign applications that were filed under the city's 2024 pilot program and were evaluated against the city's lighting and siting criteria.

City planning staff and a third‑party consultant, Dan Kos, told the commission that both proposed locations met the consultant's recommended controls on luminance and dusk‑to‑dawn control standards. Staff reiterated that the pilot program effectively ended on Dec. 30, 2024, and said these two applications had been submitted during the pilot window and remained pending for action.

The two permit applications described in the public hearing were: application 2024‑06593 for a property at 6458 E. Padre Island Highway (District 2) and application 2024‑07263 for a property at 3810 Expressway 77/Frontage Road (District 3). Kos explained the evaluation considered site plans, viewing angles, zoning, lighting zone designations and the luminance produced by signs; he said both locations could meet the recommended lumen limits.

The commission opened the public hearing and then closed it without speakers. A motion to approve the applications was seconded and carried, with one commissioner recorded as voting no. The clerk recorded the motion as passed.

Why it matters: Planning staff said these were the last complete applications submitted through the city's application portal while the pilot program was active; future submissions would be rejected unless the commission directs otherwise. Commissioners who opposed billboards said they were concerned about city beautification and the long‑term visual impact of allowing digital signage.

Speakers on the record included a city planning consultant (Dan Kos) and city staff; no members of the public spoke during the hearing.","After a public hearing and consultant presentation, the commission approved two billboard sign applications that were filed under the 2024 pilot program; the vote carried with one commissioner recorded as opposed.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6086393,"Brownsville commission approves $2 million EDA grant application for Marina Industrial Park",267,4555000,4822000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0&start=4555&end=4822","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2896320-9ce6d21e37c02e3407c75eea42be10f0/thumbnail_4555000.jpg","/articles/6086393/Brownsville/Cameron-County/Texas/Brownsville-commission-approves-2-million-EDA-grant-application-for-Marina-Industrial-Park","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6086393-f3985ee85b3eed04590980fff688a089/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159127&Signature=PoLYPmMXY~DtAw1DjVYRG-JS7-FQzXGxMD5eCnHYuFxIVTljR8mxLKAHT-7P8KmTPXKlr-dWSbv9t8ZTNw9utb7BDjnkznCZZfoJOzaJo6gkRKWKG6NmwoAAW0~ObvtlwN3FfCI1r7bY3sfPXhS18Bgr48EcL35QVB33~pg0vGj8cs9E4KsP533v5UkPh1Anzf1pztvPuyVy-Vho128gsHHKqiT-Zo2f6vinwi-9MMponS7-qTvjT-b19XcC7wYqrzPP9JGh3M-AlWWEmzgS1P2eOu2IxhcMattmyJbWNL49P7Cs0swd8QE2Ywmg4py0gJlJmxKWHxDXBlijqc1tFA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City Commission of Brownsville on March 4 approved a resolution authorizing the city to apply for a $2,000,000 grant through the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration’s Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance program to support the Marina Industrial Park project.

The resolution, introduced by Stefan Truquillo of the grants and community development department, directs staff to prepare and execute application documents for an EDA award that would reimburse eligible costs and support public infrastructure tied to the private–public development. Truquillo told commissioners the EDA program prioritizes equity, workforce development, resiliency and other regional economic objectives and noted distressed communities may be eligible for up to 88% reimbursement with a 20% local match.

Rene Javier Gonzalez, who described his role as new business development and marketing at Seeta by National Industrial Solutions, said Seeta acquired the 100‑acre site in February 2005 and plans to build Phase 1 consisting of five industrial buildings totaling 740,000 square feet: four 150,000‑square‑foot buildings and one 40,000‑square‑foot building. Gonzalez said initial market interest is primarily for warehousing and distribution space and that Marina 1 is expected to begin construction in early fall with completion in under a year.

Commissioners moved and seconded the resolution and voted to approve the city applying for the EDA grant. The motion carried by voice vote.

Why it matters: The grant would help underwrite public infrastructure that the developer says is needed to serve new industrial buildings in a growing industrial corridor near FM 511 and SH 550. If awarded, the funds would be tied to project expenses and to the city’s responsibilities as grant sponsor, including compliance with federal procurement and reporting rules.

Project next steps: Staff said the EDA application is an open submission with no immediate deadline and that the city will finalize match commitments and project responsibilities if the grant is pursued further.

Speakers on the record included Stefan Truquillo, grants and community development department, and Rene Javier Gonzalez, Seeta by National Industrial Solutions.","The City Commission voted to authorize submission of a $2 million EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance grant application to support infrastructure for the Marina Industrial Park, a private–public industrial development led by Seeta/National Industrial Solutions.","actionData","errors"]

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