CITY COUNCIL MEETING. SEPTEMBER 8, 2026.

The City Council meeting of Eagle Pass, Texas, held on September 8, 2026, included a detailed public hearing and second reading of the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. Key procurement-related discussions focused on budget adjustments, including increased revenues and expenses, with particular attention to the bridge fund, legal services contractual increases, and the continuation of a first responder mental health program despite grant funding challenges. The council approved the tax rate to remain the same as the previous year, clarifying that any tax increases would be due to property valuation changes, not rate hikes. Additionally, the council discussed potential affordable housing development tools such as municipal utility districts, public improvement districts, and tax increment reinvestment zones to support infrastructure and reduce housing costs. There was also dialogue about solid waste service fees for apartment complexes, with plans for further community engagement and internal analysis before any policy changes. Motions to approve the budget ordinance and tax rate passed unanimously, and the meeting concluded with a focus on fiscal responsibility and community input for future initiatives.