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Published: Jun 23, 2026
Councilmember Arnold Launches 'Friday Local Love' Initiative to Support Small Businesses
Councilmember Arnold launched an initiative called 'Friday Local Love, Support of Small Businesses' to promote local businesses. This grassroots effort encourages citizens to share photos on social media of themselves supporting small businesses every Friday, using the hashtag #IloveDelRio. The aim is to increase visibility and patronage for local establishments, with the hope that the city will also share citizen posts on its Facebook page.
San Felipe Creek Blue Wall Stabilization Project Faces Delays Due to Environmental Reviews; Council Votes to Wait for Biological Opinion
The San Felipe Creek Blue Wall Stabilization Project is proceeding, although with delays due to permitting and environmental reviews. Matrix Design Group is the engineering firm. The project aims to repair a collapsed retaining wall along San Felipe Creek. Funding has been reallocated from previous certificates of obligation. Concerns remain about the timeline and potential changes resulting from formal consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the Devil's River Minnow habitat. Council was presented with two options for moving forward: one proceeding with bidding before the biological opinion is complete (with financial risk) and another waiting for the biological opinion to be finalized. Council voted to proceed with Option 2, which involves waiting for the completion of the biological opinion before moving forward with bidding, prioritizing compliance with environmental regulations.
Discussion on Legal Services for EDC Tabbed Pending City Attorney Hire Amidst Council Concerns
Council discussed Resolution 2026-077, which proposed authorizing the city manager to advertise for legal services for the Del Rio Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Council members voiced concerns about the need for a city attorney first, the potential for conflicting legal advice between city and EDC attorneys, and the cost of outsourcing. While some saw merit in specialized legal expertise for the EDC, others felt the city should prioritize hiring an in-house attorney. The motion to table the item was made and seconded, indicating a desire for further discussion and clarification, particularly after the city addresses its own attorney vacancy.
City Council Authorizes RFP for Upgraded Fire Safety System at Civic Center; Local Business Preference Researched
The City Council approved Resolution 2026-074, authorizing the interim city manager to advertise and give notice for a request for proposals (RFP) for an upgraded fire safety system for the Del Rio Civic Center. This is a crucial step in ensuring the safety and functionality of a key public facility. A council member inquired about potentially adding local businesses to the point system in the bid evaluation, and the city manager agreed to research this possibility, noting that Texas law allows awarding contracts to local businesses under certain conditions (e.g., a 3% difference in price).
City Council Considers Adoption of Updated 2024 International Codes for Building and Property Standards
The City Council considered Ordinance 2026-028, which proposes to adopt and amend the 2024 editions of several International Codes, including the Building Code, Residential Code, Energy Conservation Code, Property Maintenance Code, Swimming Pool and Spa Code, Plumbing Code, and Mechanical Code. These codes establish standards for construction, property maintenance, and safety. The proposed effective date for these new codes is July 1st, and any projects submitted after this date will be subject to the 2024 codes, while projects submitted before July 1st will adhere to the 2015 codes. The adoption is necessary to align with state and federal regulations and maintain the city's insurance rating. Contractors have been informed of the upcoming changes.
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