City Council Regular Meeting - April 7, 2026

The City Council of San Marcos held a regular meeting on April 7, 2026, which included extensive discussions on the allocation of approximately $740,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from HUD for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Staff presented recommendations for funding affordable housing, public services, infrastructure projects, and administrative costs, with a focus on balancing long-term case management and immediate assistance programs. Council members engaged in detailed dialogue about the evaluation process, funding overlaps with other grants such as the Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB), and the administrative burden on recipient organizations. Additionally, the council approved a $13.55 million contract with Civil Construction LLC for a Highway 80 utility project involving pipeline installation and lift station construction. Other procurement-related actions included amendments to city ordinances on parking citations and managed access fees for Rio Vista Park, as well as discussions on policies for recovery and reuse of materials from demolition permits. Several appointments to city boards were also confirmed. No final votes were taken on the CDBG allocations, as the council sought further public input before finalizing the action plan.