The City Commission unanimously authorized publication of a notice of intent to issue approximately $2.9 million in certificates of obligation as the local match for a roughly $9.53 million water infrastructure funding package, which includes about $6.6 million in principal forgiveness.
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What this means
The action moves San Benito closer to financing water system improvements, but it authorizes notice of the proposed debt rather than the final issuance. Commissioners tabled a separate water and wastewater master plan contract until staff provides a detailed scope, fees, timeline, deliverables, and supporting information. The Commission also approved an application for catalytic-converter theft prevention grant funding that could support drone use by first responders, with a required 20% local match if awarded.
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Approved publication of a notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026, connected to proposed water system infrastructure financing.
Took no final action on the water and wastewater master plan professional services agreement; the item was tabled by majority vote pending additional project and consultant information.
Approved an application to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for catalytic-converter theft prevention grant funding, which may support drone technology for first responder operations and requires a 20% local match.
Approved the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the city's fence regulations.
Approved a Texas Department of Transportation agreement for a temporary closure of Sam Houston Boulevard for the dedication ceremony of the Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway.
Approved Small Business Investment Program agreements with Healthy Hut Kitchen and Noe's Mexican Cafe.
Approved public infrastructure for the Tierra Prometida subdivision on FM 509.
Approved a $16,693.85 payment to Hurricane Fence Company for a new chain-link fence at the west side of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Approved a $12,950 purchase of kiddie cushion mulch for installation at all city parks.
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