City Council — Alpine

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This ordinance amends Section 23-9 of the Alpine Code of Ordinances to clarify that all members of the City Council—including the Mayor—may place items on the agenda, consistent with the City Charter. The amendment addresses ambiguity in the current ordinance that has been interpreted to limit the Mayor’s ability to independently place items on the agenda. The City Charter defines the governing body as the Mayor and Councilmembers collectively, and this revision ensures alignment with that authority. The ordinance maintains all existing administrative procedures, including submission deadlines, documentation requirements, legal review, and coordination through the City Secretary and City Manager to ensure efficient and compliant agenda management. This item promotes consistency with the Charter, transparency, and equitable participation among members of the governing body. The ordinance was approved as to form by the City Attorney and is presented for second and final reading.

This ordinance approves a request to rezone the property located at 901 E. Gallego from R-4 Mixed Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial. The applicant is seeking to establish a commercial plant nursery, which is not permitted under the current zoning designation. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval, and all required public notices and hearings have been completed in accordance with state law and City procedures . Approval of this ordinance will amend the Official Zoning Map and allow for neighborhood-scale commercial use at this location.

This resolution authorizes the City to apply for funding through the Texas Water Development Board’s Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant Program under House Bill 500. The City has submitted four project information forms totaling approximately $19.1 million for water and wastewater system improvements, including transmission line upgrades, wastewater treatment plant improvements, and improvements in the Sunny Glenn area . The TWDB will score the projects and invite selected applicants to submit full applications. This resolution designates the City Manager as the authorized representative to execute all necessary documents and move forward with the application process.

PurposeThe purpose of this item is to consider approval of a resolution adopting the Alpine Municipal Swimming Pool fee schedule and activity schedule for the 2026 season, including revised pricing, expanded hours of operation, and related operational changes to improve access, efficiency, and financial performance. BackgroundThe City Council annually adopts a fee schedule and activity schedule for the Alpine Municipal Swimming Pool. During the 2025 season, the pool operated under a limited schedule of 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for public swim, which restricted access for working families and contributed to concentrated usage during mid-day hours. Operationally, the 2025 model resulted in a net loss of approximately $20,000, with total revenues of $14,498 compared to payroll costs of $34,972. The existing pricing structure, including lower daily admission rates and season passes, also contributed to inconsistent revenue recovery. City staff have developed a proposed 2026 operational plan to address these issues by expanding access and improving financial sustainability. Key proposed changes include: Extending public swim hours from 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. to accommodate after-work usage; Implementing a flat admission rate of $5.00 per person and eliminating season passes; Increasing pool party reservation fees to $250; Expanding the operating season and adjusting late-season operations to weekends only for efficiency;<li style="margin-left: 15px; font-famil

Purpose The purpose of this item is to conduct a City Council workshop to begin the evaluation and scoring of submitted applications for the City of Alpine Community Services Grant Program and to provide direction regarding potential funding allocations for eligible nonprofit organizations. Background The City of Alpine established the Community Services Grant Program to provide competitive, one-time funding to nonprofit organizations that deliver measurable benefits to Alpine residents and align with established community priorities. The program is funded through the General Fund and is intended to support initiatives that address key focus areas, including: Basic needs and services for the elderly and low-income individuals Educational resources and assistance Domestic violence and assault relief Youth sports and recreation Applications for the 2026 funding cycle were made available on March 9, 2026, with a submission deadline of April 17, 2026. Consistent with program requirements, all applications were submitted with supporting documentation, including project descriptions, budgets, and evidence of nonprofit status. The City has received multiple applications representing a range of community services, including: <strong data

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This item approves Special Use Permit 2026-05-01 to allow the establishment of a coin-operated amusement machine business, or game room, at 200 W. Murphy. The applicant is Khanh Nguyen, with Theresa Nguyen as the property owner of record. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on April 27, 2026 and recommended approval of the request. Approval of this permit will allow the proposed use at this location, subject to applicable City regulations and permitting requirements .

This item approves Special Use Permit 2026-05-02 to allow the establishment of a coin-operated amusement machine business, or game room, at 2000 E. Highway 90. The applicant is Hong Nguyen, with Vimal Patel as the property owner of record. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on April 27, 2026 and recommended approval of the request. Approval of this permit will allow the proposed use at this location, subject to applicable City regulations and permitting requirements .

This item approves Special Use Permit 2026-05-03 to allow the establishment of a wine and malt beverage on-premise permit at 2801 E. Highway 90. The applicant is Erin Hess / The Club, LLC, with James and Hillary Yarborough as the property owners of record. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on April 27, 2026 and recommended approval of the request. The proposed use is a sports lounge offering beer and wine service only, subject to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission requirements and applicable City regulations .

Purpose The purpose of this item is to provide the City Council with a comprehensive update on the Skyway Gardens II water system improvements project, including current engineering progress, infrastructure design, project costs, and coordination efforts, and to receive direction on next steps. Background The Skyway Gardens II project continues to require significant water system improvements to address pressure deficiencies and ensure adequate service capacity. The City has been working with Jacob | Martin Engineering to evaluate system conditions and develop engineering solutions. Recent analysis has focused on pressure plane configurations across the system, including the Lower Hill, Upper Hill, Sul Ross, and potential new pressure plane options. These configurations are critical to ensuring adequate pressure and service reliability for the development area. Project components currently under development include the design and construction of the Lower Hill/Upper Hill Booster Pump Station, installation of new and upgraded water lines, valves, and pressure reducing valves (PRVs), and coordination of system integration across multiple pressure zones. Amendment No. 1 to the Engineering Services Agreement has been developed to reflect expanded project scope, including preliminary

Purpose The purpose of this item is to consider approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Master Contract for Professional Services with Jacob & Martin, LLC, to revise the scope of work and compensation for the Sky Way Gardens water system improvements project. Background On November 18, 2025, the City Council approved a Master Contract for Professional Services with Jacob & Martin, LLC, for engineering services related to water system improvements serving the Sky Way Gardens development.<p style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0p

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This resolution expresses the City Council’s intent to partner with Alpine ISD on improvements to Manuel Payne Field to bring it to tournament-level standards. The proposed project is estimated at approximately $1.3 million, with a potential cost share of $650,000 from each entity. The project is expected to support sports tourism and generate economic activity, and the City is exploring funding sources, including Hotel Occupancy Tax revenues where eligible . This resolution does not appropriate funds but authorizes staff to move forward with developing an interlocal agreement, which is anticipated for Council consideration at a future meeting.

City Council Member absences must be considered and approved by the City Council pursuant to Sec. 3.02(B) City Charter and Sec. 23-10 of the Alpine Code of Ordinances.