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Mission · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mission public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Mission's City Council is hitting the brakes on police union contract talks. The union wanted to start bargaining, but the council said 'not yet,' leaving the future of police pay and benefits up in the air.
Proposed changes to city codes tighten rules on weedy lots and unsanitary conditions, shortening the notice period for property owners to fix violations.
The city is introducing new software to let residents and contractors apply for permits online, funded by a small fee added to permit costs.
Mission's finances were tight all of last year, with city leaders apparently concerned about having enough cash to cover expenses. This raises questions about the city's financial stability and planning.
Port Isabel officials just tagged Long Island Village as an industrial district, sparking outrage from locals who think it'll tank their property values. While the city manager calls it a clever legal trick to stop residents from de-annexing, the folks living there are left stressing about their community's future.
Mission's city council is weighing a deep-dive audit into the local Economic Development Corporation after the CEO suddenly quit and unexpected legal bills popped up. With a massive $23 million budget hanging in the balance, leaders say it's time to pull back the curtain and show taxpayers where their cash is really going.
The city is looking at changing rules to let homeowners build carports that stick out into their front yard setbacks, provided they meet certain standards.
A request for a 100-foot tall sign at a local gas station is being reviewed, which could set a precedent for future commercial signage height in the area.
The board oversees the standards and regulations for local lodging, which affects how our city attracts visitors and supports local tourism businesses.
Mission's city leaders just approved the huge El Milagro development, paving the way for major growth and changes in the city. This project is set to reshape the local landscape.
The city is moving forward with a project to improve drainage in the Astroland area. This is funded by a grant, but part of the work depends on further approvals.
Residents fought off a proposal to build a duplex in a single-family neighborhood, preserving the character established by 2006 zoning laws.
The committee reviewed the city's current guidelines for using native plants. The discussion focused on how these guidelines are being implemented and what their impact is on local landscaping and environmental efforts.
Mission's got a new City Manager! This person will be calling the shots on all the day-to-day operations, so it's a pretty important hire for the city's future.