Council approves Approval of March 25, 2026, Minutes

Election of Vice-Chairperson

4 yes, 0 no

Approval of Regular Meeting Schedule

4 yes, 0 no

Approval of March 25, 2026, Minutes

3 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain

Appeal #26-06 (1105 Avenue P)

4 yes, 0 no

Appeal #26-08 (1246 Leonel Martinez Blvd.)

4 yes, 0 no

Appeal #26-14 (1007 Tesoro Hills)

3 yes, 0 no

Appeal #26-18 (1309 Avenue Q)

3 yes, 0 no

Carport Variance - 1007 Tesoro Hills

1007 Tesoro Hills

Request for a 20-foot front yard variance for an existing carport.

approved (3-0) · still approved

Carport Variance - 1309 Avenue Q

1309 Avenue Q

Request for a variance for a carport that is currently encroaching on the public right-of-way.

approved (3-0) · still approved

Fence Variance - 1246 Leonel Martinez Blvd.

1246 Leonel Martinez Blvd.

Request for a variance to allow a six-foot privacy fence in the required front yard of a corner lot.

approved (4-0) · still approved

Carport Variance - 1105 Avenue P

1105 Avenue P

Request for a variance to allow a carport in the front and side yard setbacks.

tabled (4-0) · still tabled

Zoning Variance Enforcement

The board is seeing a high volume of carports built without permits, often because contractors failed to inform homeowners of city rules. This creates a cycle where residents are forced to seek variances after the fact.

What it means: Homeowners who gain legal status for their existing structures.

Solid Waste Rate Increase

A 5% rate increase is being proposed for trash collection services to cover the costs of a new contract. Residents are concerned about the cumulative effect of these costs.

What it means: Residents will see a 5% increase in their monthly trash collection fees.

Proposed Property Tax Rate and Budget

The city is proposing a tax rate increase and a new budget for the upcoming year. Residents are encouraged to attend the public hearing on September 1st to voice their opinions.

What it means: The proposed tax rate would result in a 2.02% increase in taxes on the average homestead.

infrastructure improvement

The board is looking at ways to make empty storefronts look better by using vinyl window wraps. They hope this will attract more visitors and help local businesses.

What it means: Local business owners and downtown visitors.