District I Council Member· 2026-2030
Elsa Reyes
Del Rio
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 23:20
- Avg per meeting
- 2:07
- Segments
- 382
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Top issues during term (20)
Police Contract Negotiations
The half-percent increase alone costs about $39,000-$46,000 a year, with the full multi-year package adding roughly 5% to officer payroll by year three.
Second International Bridge and Presidential Permit
More commercial traffic means more toll revenue — monthly income topped $726,000, a boost for the bridge fund.
Proposed Property Tax Rate and Budget
Establishes municipal spending levels and revenue allocations for the upcoming fiscal year.
Economic Diversification
Ongoing departmental operating budget and potential EDC funding allocations.
Carport Setback and Unpermitted Construction
Private improvement costs for the homeowner.
Animal Control Ordinance
New permit fees of $125 for dangerous dogs and $50-$100 for aggressive dogs will offset enforcement costs.
Fletcher Drive Rezoning
Property tax revenues could increase modestly with commercial rezoning, while private investment will fund building modifications.
Solid Waste Rate Increase
Residential waste collection fees will increase by $4.71 per month for inside city limits.
Consolidation of Advisory Commissions
Reduction in administrative staffing hours and meeting overhead.
city council meeting
Changing the water treatment process could lead to new infrastructure costs or savings depending on the chemicals required.
City Employee Health Benefits
The position carries an annual salary of $140,000.
City Council Leadership Transition
The city is facing potential costs for severance, outside legal counsel, and recruitment for permanent replacements.
Northside Sanitary Sewer Project Phase 1
Project is 100% funded by previously issued Certificates of Obligation.
Bridge Toll Adjustments
Pedestrians and cyclists will pay an additional $0.25 per crossing.
Public Safety Staffing and Civil Service Exams
None
Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding for Cultural Festivals
A total of $12,000 in hotel occupancy tax revenue was awarded.
Modernization of Chapter 30 Special Permits and Conditions
Private investment in homeownership and property improvement.
Short-Term Rental Regulation in Residential Districts
Potential transient occupancy tax revenue for the city.
Golf course beverage availability
Robert “Bob” Chavira Sports Complex Funding
$200,000 commitment from current EDC fund balances.
Decisions during term (376)
Recorded while Reyes was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Set November 2026 Meeting Date
Association tentatively agrees (TA) to city's final three-year contract proposal
Ordinance 2026-64 — Replat 26-03 (Valverde Park No. 2)
Ordinance 2026-65 — Amending Plat (Fifth Railroad Addition)
Resolution 2026-140 — Buena Vista Pool rehabilitation contract
Resolution 2026-146 — MOU with Valverde Regional Medical Center
Resolution 2026-147 — Area Agency on Aging contract
Resolution 2026-148 — Airport runway redesignation letter of intent
Resolution 2026-149 — Vending machine services contract
Resolution 2026-150 — Hotel Occupancy Tax Internal Review Committee
Ordinance 2026-58 — Dangerous and Aggressive Dogs
Ordinance 2026-59 — WS Nixon Subdivision plan
Ordinance 2026-66 — Abolish Airport Commission
Ordinance 2026-67 — Aviation code amendments
Ordinance 2026-68 — Consolidated fee schedule revisions
Ordinance 2026-69 — Bethel Center funding appropriation
Consent agenda — minutes, investment report, financial statement
Property sale negotiation with AEP
Air ambulance interlocal agreement
City Manager contract (Item 12-B)
Voting record (9)
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Resolution 2026-150 — Hotel Occupancy Tax Internal Review Committee
She was appointed to the committee.
Award of Buena Vista Pool Rehabilitation Contract
Expressed concern over potential conflicts of interest and oversight authority regarding the city manager.