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Case File 26-0764

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An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest to Miguel Gallo, to the following and described parcel: 4.0 acres out of Tract 5-A nka Tract 5-Z, Block 11 Lower Valley Surveys, being more particularly described as Parcel B in Volume 470, Page 1306, Deed Records of El Paso County, Texas. In accordance with Section 34.05 (h) of the Tax Code, Section 34.05 (h) permits the City to sell a property for the total amount of the judgment and the sale of the property does not require the consent of each taxing entity entitled to receive proceeds from the sale.

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The City will transfer approximately 4 acres in Lower Valley Surveys (Tract 5-A, Parcel B) to Miguel Gallo through a quitclaim deed. This conveyance results from a tax resale proceeding and resolves the city's disposition of the property.
2 eventsFirst seen Jul 7, 2026Last activity Jul 21, 2026File #: 26-0764
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Attorney

Check revocability of Texas Avenue encroachment license

Why now: Item 16 grants Wiley Condominium Association continued use of a sign, exhaust fans, and backflow preventers in city right-of-way at 1125 Texas Avenue, adopted July 21 after a grouped 8-0 first reading on July 7.

What to do: Pull the special privilege license ordinance adopted July 21 for 1125 Texas Avenue and confirm whether the city can revoke it at will. Special privilege licenses for right-of-way encroachments are typically revocable without compensation, unlike an easement — a distinction that matters for the HOA's insurance and any future sale of the building.

Act before: After statutory challenge period expires

Source: City Council — Jul 21, 2026 →
Journalist

Check council conflicts on Texas Avenue encroachment vote

Why now: The July 7 first reading bundled item 16 with two other items in one unanimous 8-0 vote, so no individual council discussion of this HOA-specific benefit is on record.

What to do: Request the roll-call detail behind the July 21 vote granting Wiley Condominium Association a right-of-way license — the public record names only the motion-maker (Chávez) and seconder (Fierro). Confirm whether any council member disclosed ties to the building before voting to give a single private HOA permanent use of public land.

Act before: After records request response (typically 10 business days)

Source: City Council — Jul 21, 2026 →
Resident

Verify sidewalk access near Texas Avenue condo encroachments

Why now: Item 16, adopted July 21, formally authorizes existing right-of-way encroachments at 1125 Texas Avenue rather than requiring their removal.

What to do: The city just made permanent Wiley Condominium Association's sign, exhaust fans, and backflow preventers in the public right-of-way at 1125 Texas Avenue. If you walk or roll through this block, request the site plan attached to the license to confirm these fixtures don't narrow the sidewalk below ADA-required clearance.

Act before: After records request response (typically 10 business days)

Source: City Council — Jul 21, 2026 →

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A motion was made by Representative Chávez, seconded by Representative Fierro, to Adopted the item. The motion carried by the following vote:

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Unanimously carried: 8 to 0

An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest to Miguel Gallo, to the following and described parcel: 4.0 acres out of Tract 5-A nka Tract 5-Z, Block 11 Lower Valley Surveys, being more particularly described as Parcel B in Volume 470, Page 1306, Deed Records of El Paso County, Texas. In accordance with Section 34.05 (h) of the Tax Code, Section 34.05 (h) permits the City to sell a property for the total amount of the judgment and the sale of the property does not require the consent of each taxing entity entitled to receive proceeds from the sale.

Vote: 8 for, 0 against

advertise for public hearing ordinance authorizing quitclaim tax resale deed to Miguel Gallo

First reading; voted as group with items 14 and 15