Matters — 2026
134 matters with activity · 134 new in this period · 92 resolved
Case File 26-0686
The City Council reviewed the results of an audit examining Sun Metro's Accounts Payable system, identified as A2026-09. The audit evaluated the transit agency's financial processes and internal controls. The Council unanimously approved the audit results with a 7-0 vote.
Jun 23: Pass
Case File 26-0688
The City of El Paso adopted a revised Code of Ethics for the El Paso Museum of Art to guide operations and conduct. The ethics code was to be implemented by the City's Museums and Cultural Affairs Department. The resolution was approved unanimously (8-0) on June 23, 2026.
Jun 23: Carried: 8 to 0
Case File 26-0692
The City of El Paso authorized the City Manager to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement with the Better Business Bureau, a nonprofit organization. The agreement was intended to support economic development initiatives in the city. The City Council approved the agreement unanimously.
Jun 9: Carried unanimously: 7 to 0
Case File 26-0507
The City Council authorized the City Manager to transfer a 1-acre parcel to Miguel Gallo through a quitclaim deed as part of a tax resale property transaction. The property, located in Tract 5Y (Lower Valley Surveys), conveyed the city's interest to the recipient. The Council approved the transfer unanimously 7-0.
May 12: Carried: 7 to 0
Case File 26-0346
The City Council approved changes to allow Artist Markets to operate in locations outside of Union Plaza, the site where they had previously been restricted. This expansion gave the city flexibility to bring these cultural events to more neighborhoods. The ordinance was approved unanimously on April 1, 2026.
Apr 1: Carried: 8 to 0
Case File 26-0345
The City of El Paso authorized the conveyance of a portion of Tract 40-A to Ronny Rogers Properties, LLC for $56,716. The property transfer required city council approval. The council approved the ordinance unanimously.
Apr 1: Carried: 8 to 0
Case File 26-0163
The City of El Paso proposed to sell a parcel of land in the Spohr Addition to Torresdey Ventures, LLC for $25,000. The conveyance would have transferred city-owned real estate to a private developer. The matter was under review by City Council but has remained inactive since early 2026.
Feb 17: Carried: 7 to 0
Case File 26-0169
A tax resale deed was proposed to convey property in Logan Heights Addition to Humberto Lozano. The transaction involved a portion of Lot 18, Block 13A and required City Council authorization. The matter was under review but stalled without reaching a final vote.
Feb 17: ADOPTED - Ordinance 019846; Carried: 7 to 0
Zoning Case File 26-0022
The City Council considered an ordinance to add a definition for short-term rentals to El Paso's zoning code. This would establish how short-term rental properties—like vacation rentals—are regulated within the city's zoning framework and provide clarity for enforcement. The proposal went through public hearings but stalled without final approval.
Feb 3: Ordinance 019840
Case File 26-0070
The city proposed to sell approximately 400.25 acres of land for $4,000,000.00, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and related conveyance documents. The matter was reviewed by City Council but remained inactive without a final vote.
Jan 20: Second Reading
Case File 26-0891
This ordinance would update the El Paso City Code section governing the acquisition, use, and disposition of city property by revising the insurance provision to refer to the Enterprise Risk and Safety Office instead of the Risk Management Division. The change reflects the renaming of the city office responsible for insurance requirements and does not alter the underlying requirements themselves.
Aug 18: Second Reading
Case File 26-0881
The City of El Paso proposes to sell a city-owned parcel described as Tract 16C, Block 36, Ysleta Grant, to Dolores H. Garcia de Silva for $18,228. The conveyance would transfer the property out of city ownership to a private buyer.
Aug 18: Second Reading
Case File 26-0687
The City Council reviewed the results of Round 10 of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Audit, which examines hotel tax compliance across the city. Hotel occupancy taxes fund city services and tourism initiatives, making audit accuracy important for municipal revenue. The council approved the audit results unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0.
Jun 23: Pass
Case File 26-0690
The City Council reviewed the results of an audit of the Code Enforcement Division, which examined the division's operations and compliance with city standards. The audit provided an assessment of the division's performance and effectiveness in carrying out its enforcement responsibilities. The council approved the audit findings and took action with a unanimous vote of 8-0.
Jun 23: Pass
Case File 26-0420
El Paso amended its municipal code to establish a new regulatory framework for electronically operated parking control systems, adding definitions, civil penalties, and enforcement procedures to Chapter 12.57 of the City Code. The ordinance provided legal authority to regulate electronic parking systems citywide and set penalties for violations. The City Council approved the ordinance unanimously on April 14, 2026.
Apr 14: Carried: 7 to 0
Case File 26-0014
The City Council proposed amending the municipal animal code to revise the definition of 'Animal' and add new animal-related definitions to clarify city regulations. These changes would affect how the city classifies and regulates various animals under its jurisdiction. The proposal was heard multiple times but stalled without a final vote.
Jan 20: Second Reading
Case File 26-0071
The City Council reviewed an ordinance to authorize the City Manager to execute a deed conveying approximately 1,055.8 acres of land. The proposed sale was valued at $420,000. After two hearings in early 2026, the matter stalled without reaching a vote.
Jan 20: Second Reading
Case File 26-0069
An ordinance proposed to authorize the City Manager to sign a deed and related documents to convey approximately 271.876 acres of land for $7,528,957. The city sought to formalize the sale of this real property through a legal conveyance. The matter received two City Council hearings in January 2026 but subsequently stalled without final action.
Jan 20: Pass
Case File 26-0010
A proposed ordinance amendment sought to add new sections to the city's animal code defining and regulating vicious and aggressive dogs, creating Section 7.12.070 (Vicious Dogs) and Section 7.12.080 (Aggressive Dogs). The changes were designed to clarify the city's standards for dangerous dog classifications and establish enforcement procedures to protect residents and pets. The City Council held hearings on the proposal but it ultimately stalled without final approval.
Jan 20: Pass
Case File 26-0140
A civil lawsuit by Ruben A. Soto against El Paso police officers and the City of El Paso was brought before the City Council. The matter was under review but has since stalled without reaching a final resolution.
Jan 20: Pass
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