AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Ordinance 2026-09, on the second of two readings, annexing into the City approximately 11.548 acres of land, generally located on the south side of Highway 21 and 900 feet north of the Highway 21 and Highway 80 intersection, commonly known as 1710 Highway 21 in Hays County, Texas (Case No. AN-25-07); approving an amended service agreement for the provision of services to said property; including procedural provisions; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: April 21, 2026
Department: Planning & Development Services
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Background Information:
The following is the proposed annexation schedule:
• February 17, 2026 - City Council Resolution (Approval of Service Agreement and set a public hearing date)
• March 31, 2026 - City Council Ordinance 1st Reading (Public Hearing)
• April 21, 2026 - City Council Ordinance 2nd Reading
This annexation request will also include the adjacent Hwy 21 right-of-way.
The property under consideration for annexation is an existing TxDOT maintenance facility owned and operated by the Texas Department of Transportation. TxDOT intends to demolish the current improvements on the site and construct a modernized, upgraded maintenance facility to better support transportation operations in the region. To move forward with this redevelopment, the site will require access to City of San Marcos public infrastructure services, including municipal water and wastewater utilities, which necessitates annexation into the city limits.
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
At the March 31, 2026, City Council meeting, Councilmember Mendoza motioned to approve AN-25-07, seconded by Councilmember Paselk. The motion carried 7-0.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of AN-25-07 as presented.