Harlingen City Commission Regular Meeting 03-04-2026

The City of Harlingen held its regular commission meeting on March 4, 2026, addressing a variety of community and administrative topics. Key procurement and contracting discussions included approval of a participation agreement with the Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company to authorize the city's investment in the TexPool Prime fund, aiming to achieve higher yields on city funds while maintaining liquidity and safety. The commission also approved the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget for the Harlingen Community Improvement Board, which includes allocations for ongoing projects such as environmental remediation. Additionally, the commission discussed policies governing city officials' attendance at local and out-of-town events, emphasizing transparency and compliance with quorum rules. Other agenda items included infrastructure improvements like testing and potential installation of speed humps, and participation in health and wellness initiatives through the Blue Zones project with the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation. The meeting concluded with executive session discussions on economic development projects and legal consultations.