Upcoming Brownsville City Commission Meeting to Address Key City Issues

The Brownsville City Commission is set to convene a Regular Meeting on January 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM, in the Commission Chambers, on the Second Floor of the Brownsville City Hall - Old Federal Building. The meeting will be attended by Mayor John Cowen, Jr, and Commissioners Tino Villarreal, Nurith Galonsky, Bryan L. Martinez, Linda C. Macias, Gustavo De Leon, and Pedro E. Cardenas. The public can participate in person or remotely via Webex Teleconference Meeting.

Meeting Agenda

The agenda is comprehensive, covering proclamations, public comment periods, presentations, city manager updates, consent agenda items, public hearings, and possible executive sessions. Proclamations will include recognizing the 100th Anniversary of Texas Southmost College and the 175th Anniversary of the Rio Grande Lodge No. 81 AF & AM. The public comment period will allow citizens to address non-agenda items and agenda items, with time limits in place. A presentation on the proposal to renovate Washington Park will be given by the Parks and Recreation Department.

City Manager Updates and Consent Agenda

The city manager will provide updates on various topics, including the Youth Advisory Board, Brownsville's 173rd Birthday at First Friday, and the Capital Improvement Program. Consent agenda items will include considerations for approvals of minutes, contracts, and agreements. These items are considered routine and will be approved by one motion unless a commissioner requests separate discussion.

Public Hearings and Executive Sessions

Public hearings will be held on ordinances related to wreckers, the Midtown Entertainment District, and other topics. Executive sessions may be convened to discuss matters such as Project Force, Project PLR, and litigation. Possible actions may be taken on these items after the executive sessions.

Conclusion and Adjournment

The meeting will adjourn after all agenda items have been addressed, and any necessary actions have been taken. The City of Brownsville ensures that its meetings are accessible and accommodating to all individuals, including those with disabilities.

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Official Source: View Original Agenda PDF