City of San Marcos

February 17, 2026

Executive Summary

The City Council will consider several zoning map amendments, including a notable one at 510 North Guadalupe Street and two related to the Francis Harris Lane area, which includes public hearings. Significant infrastructure investments are on the agenda with a $5.96M contract for Linda Drive Improvements and authorization for up to $15.25M in Certificates of Obligation for various city projects. The council will also adopt the strategic plan for FY 2026-2027.

Key Topics

Constituent Highlights

Public hearings are scheduled for potential zoning changes on Francis Harris Lane, which could impact future development.
Residents may be interested in the rezoning of property at 510 North Guadalupe Street.
The council will consider a significant contract for the Linda Drive Improvements Project and a large bond issuance for various city infrastructure projects.
The City Council's Strategic Plan for FY 2026-2027 will be adopted, outlining future priorities.
There are opportunities for public comment and questions on agenda items.

Official Highlights

Careful review of the two ordinances amending the Official Zoning Map, particularly the second readings and potential less intense zoning classifications.
Thorough consideration of the contract award for the Linda Drive Improvements Project, given its substantial cost.
Detailed examination of the proposed issuance of up to $15.25M in Certificates of Obligation and the specific projects it will fund.
Review of the strategic plan adoption for FY 2026-2027 to ensure alignment with council priorities and city goals.
Evaluation of the appointments to the Housing Authority Board and Neighborhood Commission.

Resumen Ejecutivo

El Ayuntamiento considerará varias enmiendas al mapa de zonificación, incluida una notable en 510 North Guadalupe Street y dos relacionadas con el área de Francis Harris Lane, lo que incluye audiencias públicas. Se incluyen importantes inversiones en infraestructura en la agenda con un contrato de $5.96M para mejoras en Linda Drive y la autorización de hasta $15.25M en Certificados de Obligación para varios proyectos de la ciudad. El consejo también adoptará el plan estratégico para el año fiscal 2026-2027.

Temas Clave

Puntos Destacados

Se programan audiencias públicas para posibles cambios de zonificación en Francis Harris Lane, lo que podría afectar el desarrollo futuro.
Los residentes pueden estar interesados en la rezonificación de la propiedad en 510 North Guadalupe Street.
El consejo considerará un contrato significativo para el Proyecto de Mejoras de Linda Drive y una gran emisión de bonos para varios proyectos de infraestructura de la ciudad.
Se adoptará el Plan Estratégico del Ayuntamiento para el año fiscal 2026-2027, que describe las prioridades futuras.
Hay oportunidades para comentarios y preguntas del público sobre los puntos de la agenda.

Key Items

Items with direct public relevance

ID	Description	Cost	Impact	Tags
2	▶ Zoning Map Amendment - 510 North Guadalupe Street		notable	land-use
	Consider approval of Ordinance 2026-01 on second reading, rezoning approximately 0.93 acres from Public District (P) to Character District - 5 (CD-5) at 510 North Guadalupe Street. 📍 510 North Guadalupe Street
3	▶ Zoning Map Amendment - Post Road & Uhland Road Area		notable	land-use
	Consider approval of Ordinance 2026-03 on second reading, rezoning approximately 0.294 acres from Single Family-6 (SF-6) to Character District-4 (CD-4) near Post Road and Uhland Road. 📍 Western side of Post Road approximately 100 feet southwest of the intersection between Post Road and Uhland Road
4	▶ TxDOT Agreement for I-35 Utility Relocations	$242,950.08	notable	infrastructure utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-27R, approving a Change in Service to the agreement with TxDOT for Interstate Highway 35 utility relocations, in the amount of $242,950.08. 📍 Interstate Highway 35 from River Ridge Parkway to Loop 82
5	▶ Davis Lane Lift Station Project Change Order	$203,110.00	notable	infrastructure utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-28R, approving Change Order No. 2 with Austin Underground, Inc., for the Davis Lane Lift Station Project to add a waterline bore, in the amount of $203,110.00.
6	▶ TxDOT Agreement for I-35 Utility Costs Reimbursement	$346,211.95	notable	infrastructure utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-29R, approving agreements with TxDOT for reimbursement of increased utility relocation costs along I-35 at SH 123, in the amount of $346,211.95. 📍 Interstate Highway 35 at State Highway 123, from South of State Highway 80 to North of Ranch to Market Road 12
7	▶ Owner Requested Annexation Services Agreement - SH 21		notable	land-use housing
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-30R, approving a services agreement for a proposed owner requested annexation of approximately 11.548 acres at 1710 State Highway 21. 📍 1710 State Highway 21
8	▶ Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment - Francis Harris Lane Area		significant	economic-development land-use
	Receive staff presentation and hold a public hearing for Ordinance 2026-04, amending the Preferred Scenario Map to change designation from Conservation/Cluster to Commercial/Employment Low for approximately 199.49 acres west of Francis Harris Lane. Speaker: Staff 📍 Western side of the 900 Block of Francis Harris Lane
9	▶ Zoning Map Amendment - Francis Harris Lane Area		significant	economic-development land-use
	Receive staff presentation and hold a public hearing for Ordinance 2026-05, rezoning approximately 199.49 acres west of Francis Harris Lane from Future Development (FD) and CD-2.5 to Light Industrial (LI). Speaker: Staff 📍 Western side of Francis Harris Lane
10	▶ Linda Drive Improvements Project - Phase 1 Construction Contract	$5,964,055.00	significant	transportation infrastructure utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-31R, awarding a construction contract to Texas Roads, LLC, for Linda Drive Improvements Project - Phase 1, including utility line replacement and undergrounding electric facilities, in the amount of $5,964,055.00. 📍 Linda Drive
11	▶ Issuance of Certificates of Obligation for City Projects	$15,255,000.00	significant	budget technology public-safety transportation infrastructure utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-32R, authorizing the issuance of up to $15,255,000.00 in Certificates of Obligation for various city projects including airport, parks, streets, public safety, stormwater, technology, and electric utility system.
12	▶ Adopt City Council Strategic Plan FY 2026-2027		significant	transparency
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-33R, adopting the City Council’s Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
13	▶ Alliance Regional Water Authority Board Appointment		notable	personnel utilities
	Consider approval of Resolution 2026-34R, filling a vacancy on the Board of Directors of the Alliance Regional Water Authority (ARWA).
14.A	▶ Appointment to Housing Authority Board		notable	personnel housing
	Discuss and consider an appointment to the Housing Authority Board.
14.B	▶ Appointment to Neighborhood Commission		notable	personnel
	Discuss and consider an appointment to the Neighborhood Commission.

Routine Items (2 items — click to expand)

ID	Description	Cost	Tags
1.A	▶ Approve Work Session Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026
	Consider approval of the work session meeting minutes from January 20, 2026.
1.B	▶ Approve Regular Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026
	Consider approval of the regular meeting minutes from January 20, 2026.

Major Expenditures

Item	Amount	Description
10	$5,964,055.00	Construction Contract for Linda Drive Improvements Project - Phase 1
11	$15,255,000.00	Issuance of Certificates of Obligation for City Projects (Not to exceed)
6	$346,211.95	TxDOT Agreement for I-35 Utility Costs Reimbursement
4	$242,950.08	TxDOT Agreement for I-35 Utility Relocations
5	$203,110.00	Davis Lane Lift Station Project Change Order

Total: $6,790,111.03

Glossary

Official Zoning Map: The official map maintained by the city that delineates the zoning district for all properties within the city limits.
Character District: A zoning designation that aims to preserve or create a specific physical character or development pattern within a geographic area.
Official Zoning Map: The official map maintained by the city that delineates the zoning district for all properties within the city limits.
Change in Service: An amendment or modification to an existing agreement, often used for projects with governmental or state agencies, detailing altered scope, cost, or terms.
Lift Station: A facility used to pump sewage or wastewater from a lower elevation to a higher elevation or to a treatment plant.
Gravity Main: A sewer pipe that relies on gravity to move wastewater, typically laid at a slight downward slope.
Supplemental Agreement: An amendment to an existing contract that adds, modifies, or clarifies terms and conditions.
Advanced Funding Agreement Amendment: A modification to an agreement where one party agrees to fund a project upfront, with provisions for reimbursement or shared costs.
Owner Requested Annexation: A process where a property owner initiates the process to have their land incorporated into the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction and then annexed into the city.
Preferred Scenario Map: A map within a comprehensive plan that depicts the city's vision for future land use and development, often representing the most desired outcome.
Conservation/Cluster: A land use designation that emphasizes preserving significant natural areas and open space, often by clustering development on smaller portions of a property.
Commercial/Employment Low: A land use designation that allows for low-intensity commercial development and employment opportunities.
Future Development District (FD): A zoning district designated for areas anticipated for future development, often allowing for a range of potential uses or requiring a specific plan for development.
Light Industrial District (LI): A zoning designation that permits industrial activities that are generally clean, quiet, and do not produce significant pollution or nuisance.
Construction Contract: A legally binding agreement between a client (the city) and a contractor for the execution of a construction project.
Certificates of Obligation: A type of municipal bond used by Texas cities to finance public improvements without requiring voter approval, typically backed by a city's general revenue or a specific revenue source.
Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation: Certificates of Obligation that can be repaid from either a city's general obligation tax pledge or from specific revenue generated by the projects they finance.
Stormwater Management: The process of controlling and managing the flow of rainwater and runoff to prevent flooding and pollution.
Fiscal Year (FY): A 12-month period that a government or organization uses for accounting and budgeting purposes. For the City of San Marcos, the fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ): An area outside of a city's corporate limits where the city may have limited authority for planning and zoning, often a precursor to annexation.