City of Socorro: City Council Meeting, August 6, 2026 @ 6:00 PM

The City of Socorro City Council held a meeting on August 6, 2026, focusing extensively on the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, including revenue projections and departmental budget recommendations. Key procurement-related discussions included the removal of a $4.1 million intergovernmental support agreement with Fort Bliss due to ongoing litigation, and the approval of multiple advanced funding agreements with the Texas Department of Transportation for projects such as the Rio Vista Road Complete Streets Feasibility Study ($2.8 million grant), Socorro micro transit vehicles project ($453,000 CMAQ funds), and the Socorro Transit Oriented Development study ($298,000 grant). The council approved the purchase of two ADA vehicles from Model One for $155,818, funded by grants and insurance proceeds. Additionally, the council approved an interlocal agreement with the El Paso Transportation Authority (ETA) to operate and maintain the city's micro transit system, including a $258,165 contribution for local and regional transit services. The meeting also included approval of the anticipated proposed tax rate of 0.736866 for the upcoming fiscal year and scheduling of a public hearing for the tax rate. Other procurement and policy actions included adoption of a comprehensive Unified Development Code to streamline land use and development regulations, approval of streetlight installations along Alameda Avenue, and establishment of a Mayoral Youth Advisory Council. Motions related to budget adoption, funding agreements, vehicle purchases, and transit service operations were passed unanimously, reflecting a focus on maintaining and expanding city services while managing financial constraints.