Place 2 Commissioner· 2025-2029
Mario Cantu
San Juan
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Top issues during term (20)
personnel management
City employees would see higher paycheck deductions if adopted; the packet does not state the exact rate.
Multifamily rezoning at 780 E. Minnesota Road
Unknown — the city packet does not state cost or revenue figures for the rezone.
Bank depository services contract
The depository contract determines interest earned and fees paid on city funds; no figures were provided.
Alcohol sales permit at DeAngelo's Gourmet Restaurant
Unknown, though a beer-and-wine permit can affect the restaurant's revenue and the city's license fees.
Urban County Program FY 2027 funding needs
Could bring federal community development funding into the city in FY 2027.
Commercial Development and Rezoning on Conway Road and Veterans Boulevard
Increased sales tax and property tax revenue from commercial and residential development.
Nebraska Avenue & Douglas Street Improvements
Involves capital expenditure for municipal street repairs and upgrades.
Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan Update
Potential fine revenues up to $250 per violation for water waste.
Northside Park Funding Agreement
Brings in $250,000 in outside funding from Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for park improvements.
Small Business Grants and Signage Mini-Grants
Direct grant disbursements to local small businesses.
Community Event Sponsorships
Involves minor sponsorship expenditures including an $850 allocation for student uniforms.
LiftFund Partnership and Entrepreneurial Financing
Potential allocation for interest rate buy-downs on CDFI microloans.
Municipal Court Amnesty and Case Resolution Programs
Residents can save an estimated $286.50 per participant through the amnesty program, while generating court collections for the city.
Commercial Rate Structure Under Review
Shifting costs to commercial users could cut residential increases by roughly 2-4 percentage points.
Downtown Revitalization Plan
Subject to future EDC budgetary allocations.
Downtown Assistance Program Grants
Funded through the EDC small business facade improvement grant program.
Voluntary Annexations in Conway Gardens Subdivision
Expands the city's tax base and utility service area.
Texas Gas Service GRIP Rate Increase Suspension
Protects utility customers from immediate gas rate hikes while review is underway.
Water and Wastewater Rate Increase
Average household monthly bills will adjust to approximately $78.
Debt Refinancing and Certificates of Obligation
Involves approximately $2.7 million in new funds and $6 million in refinanced debt.
Decisions during term (106)
Recorded while Cantu was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.