Special Called City Commission Meeting - March 25, 2026 | City of Pharr

The City of Pharr held a Special Called City Commission Meeting on March 25, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions centered on broadband infrastructure development, specifically an ordinance (item 7A) requiring private developers to install fiber optic conduit dedicated to the city's broadband network. Representatives from Charter Communications (Spectrum) and AT&T expressed concerns that the ordinance could violate state statutes by mandating exclusive use of city infrastructure, potentially disadvantaging private providers and raising legal issues. The city leadership emphasized their commitment to compliance with laws and willingness to collaborate with private sector partners, while maintaining that the city’s broadband expansion efforts would continue in the best interest of residents. Other agenda items included approval of property transfer to the Far Economic Development Corporation and adoption of a resolution related to good government practices. The meeting also featured proclamations, community recognitions, and updates on city programs, but no direct contract awards or budget allocations were detailed in the transcript.