Matters — 2026

Case File 26-0016

The City of El Paso proposed to convey a portion of property at Lot 31, Block 11, Womble Addition to Tepabe Properties, LLC for $36,227.50. The City Council held hearings to review the conveyance. The matter was under review but did not advance to a final vote.

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

Case File 26-0600

The City Council amended the Fire Prevention Code to include local amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code, updating sections on technical assistance and inspections. These changes refined how the city enforces fire safety standards and conducts facility inspections. The ordinance was approved unanimously by an 8-0 vote on May 26, 2026.

May 26: Carried: 8 to 0

Case File 26-0599

El Paso amended its building code to authorize third-party providers to conduct fire plan reviews and inspections. This allows construction projects to use qualified private inspectors for certain fire-safety evaluations. The ordinance was approved unanimously by the City Council.

May 26: Carried: 8 to 0

Case File 26-0569

The city is submitting census tract nominations to the state for designation as Opportunity Zones, which are federal designations that encourage private investment in economically disadvantaged areas. This aligns with El Paso's broader economic development strategy and could help spur job growth and business investment in the nominated neighborhoods.

May 11: Pass

Case File 26-0238

A resolution sought authorization for the City of El Paso Police Department to submit grant application 5407102 (Operation Lone Star Grant Fiscal Year 2027) to the Texas Public Safety Office. The grant would provide financial assistance to support a police department project. The matter went inactive after an initial City Council hearing in March 2026.

Mar 3: Pass

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: Second Reading

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: Pass

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: Pass

Case File 26-0118

An ordinance proposed to grant the City Manager administrative authority to sign certain contracts on behalf of the city, aligning with recent changes to state law. The measure aimed to streamline municipal contracting by enabling the City Manager to act without requiring additional council approval for specified contracts.

Feb 3: Fail

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 26-0642

The Mass Transit Department Board is reviewing a request to excuse board members for their absences from recent meetings. Approving such requests affects the board's official attendance record and procedural compliance.

Case File 26-0718

The city council considered adjustments to how HQ Utility recovers distribution and power costs through customer bills. These cost recovery factors determine the portion of utility expenses passed on to residential and commercial customers. The proposal was unanimously approved by the city council.

Jun 8: Carried: 8 to 0

Case File 26-0314

The City Council considered a proposal to direct the City Manager to halt new agreements and stop renewing existing contracts with Flock Safety for Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology. The measure addressed privacy and surveillance concerns tied to the technology's use for vehicle monitoring. The matter stalled without advancing to a final vote.

Mar 3: Fail

Case File BC-1642

The Bond Overview Advisory Committee is establishing its 2026 meeting schedule for regular oversight of municipal bond planning and financial matters. The committee holds hearings throughout the year to review and advise on bond-related initiatives affecting the city.

Case File BC-1638

The city is reviewing and updating projects funded by its 2012 Quality of Life Bond program. These bond-funded initiatives support community improvements and infrastructure across the city. The Bond Overview Advisory Committee is evaluating program progress and proposed changes.

Case File BC-1641

Louis Sokol is being introduced as a new member of the Bond Overview Advisory Committee. The committee reviews and advises on the city's bond financing and infrastructure investment decisions.

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 26-0071

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 26-0010

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