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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mission public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Regional Bicycle Pedestrian Counter Data Program
The city's first citywide trail plan is underway with consultants gathering data and community feedback. The goal is safe connections between homes, schools, parks, and businesses for walkers and cyclists.
Zoning and Land Use Amendments
The city council will consider several rezoning and conditional use permit requests, affecting residential, commercial, and agricultural areas across Mission.
Comprehensive Animal Control Ordinance Modernization
A sweeping rewrite of city animal rules — four-chicken limit with no roosters, tighter tethering rules, dangerous dog procedures, cruelty provisions, and a duck-feeding ban at Bannworth Park — was tabled for more council review.
Mission Redevelopment Authority TIRZ No. 1 Bond Issuance
The council approved a series of reimbursement agreements with the MRA covering Hoerner Road, Inspiration Road/Military Highway, Los Ebanos Road, re-use waterlines, the sanitation/fleet facility, and a $4 million water treatment feasibility study. These fund major road and water infrastructure across the city.
Proposed drug testing ordinance for city officers
The mayor asked the city attorney to draft an ordinance requiring random drug testing for city officers — including council members themselves. It's framed as a transparency gesture; expect a vote at a future meeting.
Grant Acceptances for Police and Cultural Programs
The police department is pursuing federal grants for bulletproof vests and body-worn cameras, alongside uniform purchase authorizations.
Infrastructure and Redevelopment Agreements
The council is reviewing numerous reimbursement agreements with the Mission Redevelopment Authority for major road, water, and facility projects.
Public Improvement District board realignment
After complaints from the new Cimarron Country Club owners and HOA representatives about a board member's conduct, the council restructured the PID board to reflect the new golf course ownership. The goal is restoring trust so Cimarron redevelopment talks can move forward.
Event Center with Alcohol Consumption on N. Conway Avenue
Local business owners are seeking permits and renewals to operate event centers in commercial districts along Griffin Parkway and Conway Avenue. The commission will review these operations to ensure they fit well within the surrounding business areas.
Event Center Conditional Use Permits
Local business owners are seeking permits and renewals to operate event centers in commercial districts along Griffin Parkway and Conway Avenue. The commission will review these operations to ensure they fit well within the surrounding business areas.
Municipal Code Amendments on Notices and Overrides
The city is proposing changes to how public notices are published and posted on properties, as well as altering the voting rules required to override the planning commission's recommendations. These updates could streamline development processes and change how city council interacts with commission decisions.
EV Charging Stations Installation on Bryan Road
Four public EV charging ports are coming to the Walmart at Shary Road and Expressway 83, operating 24/7. The fire department required a single-use fire blanket on site because EV battery fires can't be extinguished with water.
Alcohol Sales Permit for Ricardi Café
The Drunken Chicken on Conway can now serve alcohol with its BBQ, and a new bar/lounge called Mala Fama is coming to Expressway 83 with live music, three required security officers, and a 145-person cap.
City of Mission Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
The city formally adopted rules for how employees and officials can use AI — covering data privacy, cybersecurity, human oversight, verification of AI output, and an AI Risk Officer.
Wastewater capacity - Lift Station No. 10
The city will bid a project to reroute part of the wastewater flow from Lift Station No. 10 with a new dedicated pump and about a mile of force main, improving system capacity.
Historic Preservation Ordinance
A $100,000 federal grant — the only one awarded in Texas — will fund a survey of the last unsurveyed part of the original townsite, documenting Mission's citrus and agricultural history for possible National Register nomination.
City Manager Recruitment
A resident urged the council to wait until after the November election to hire a city manager, arguing a possible four-seat council turnover could trigger a costly severance if the new majority wants a different direction.
Hoerner Street Project Award
A quarter-mile new road along the west side of Home Depot was awarded for $781,676.78 — roughly $400,000 under the $1.2 million estimate, funded by Redevelopment Authority bonds.
Residential Carport Regulations
The city is considering a new zoning rule that lets homeowners apply for a special exception to build carports up to 400 square feet within front setbacks, provided they meet architectural and neighborhood compatibility standards.
Taylor Road Phase II Change Orders
The city is reviewing two change orders totaling $164,126 for the Taylor Road Phase II road project, bringing the total contract cost to over $18.6 million. These adjustments ensure construction stays on track and meets municipal standards.
Native Plant Guidelines
The committee was scheduled to review guidelines and application forms related to native plants in Mission.
Emergency Preparedness
Heavy rain on the way? Mission is handing out free sandbags so you can protect your property before the storm hits.