Texas Record
Pharr
MP

Michael Pacheco

District 1 Council Member2023-2027

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At a glance

News mentions
0

Term ending Dec 31, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
10
Total speaking time
7:02
Avg per meeting
0:42
Segments
144

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Top issues during term (20)

critical→Feb 2026[67]

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

The proposed tax rate of $0.7676 per $100 valuation is projected to generate $34,952,569 in total tax levy, resulting in an average homestead tax of $1,207.40.

high↑Mar 2026[46]

Community Beautification Projects

Supported by state forestry grants and municipal green space allocations.

critical↑Feb 2026[42]

Capital Improvement Projects

Involves multi-million dollar construction contracts currently underway.

high↓Apr 2025[41]

Economic Development Projects (Project Apple and Project Spam)

Collections are running 3.46% above the city's budget for the fiscal year.

high↓Jan 2026[33]

Development Services Cases

The developer will be responsible for infrastructure costs, including potential escrow for IT requirements.

critical→Jan 2024[32]

Sales Tax Revenue Growth

Positive revenue trend bolstering municipal general fund revenues.

high↓Apr 2026[28]

Residential Zoning Adjustments

The developer is responsible for all infrastructure improvements and utility connections.

high→Apr 2026[28]

Spring Recreation Programs Update

Operational costs are covered within the existing parks and recreation department budget.

high↑Feb 2026[25]

Community Engagement and Events

Funded through scheduled department event allocations.

high↓Feb 2026[22]

CDBG Funding for Nonprofits

The board approved funding amounts for 16 organizations, including $55,148 for Valley Metro and various amounts for other nonprofits.

high↓Aug 2023[22]

Hidalgo County Appraisal District Nomination

This appointment affects representation on a county board that oversees property appraisals, which can indirectly impact local property taxes.

high↑May 2026[21]

Golf Course Budget Planning

August golf shop revenue totaled $40,825 across 1,064 rounds, compared to $69,510 and 1,560 rounds in August 2025.

high↑Sep 2026[20]

Commercial Vehicle Parking and Future Electric Charging Infrastructure

Additional administrative and management costs associated with extended project timelines.

high↑Apr 2026[17]

On-Premise Alcohol Sales Permit

Generates business activity and potential local sales tax revenue from theater operations.

high↑Sep 2026[15]

Pharr Travel Plaza Subdivision Preliminary Plat

Private commercial development costs borne by the applicant, with standard municipal utility connections.

medium↑Sep 2026[15]

International Trade Promotion and Marketing Campaigns

Expenditures include monthly and annual commitments for local print, digital trade publications, and Mexican promotional campaigns.

high↓May 2026[14]

Trailblazer of the Month Recognition

None.

medium↓Dec 2025[14]

Youth Internship Programs

The city is funding 48 hours of coursework per employee for this program.

medium↑Apr 2025[11]

World Teacher's Day and Education Support

None.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Code Compliance and Alleyway Maintenance Enforcement

Code enforcement operations are funded through general city revenues, with potential fee assessments for non-compliant properties.

Moved or seconded (12)

Motions Pacheco personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Pacheco moved to approve as recommended.

  • secondedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Medina moved to untable the item as recommended.

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Pacheco moved to approve as recommended.

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    One (1) RFP skid platform, epoxy coated carbon steel welded construction. Anchor bolts to be provided by Others

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Pacheco moved to approve as recommended.

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Pacheco moved to approve as recommended.

  • movedpassed2026-04-06

    Comm. Pacheco moved to approve as recommended.

  • secondedpassed2026-03-25

    approve as recommended

  • movedpassed2026-03-25

    approve as recommended

  • secondedpassed2026-03-25

    table as recommended

  • secondedpassed2026-02-23

    Comm. Carrillo moved to approve all votes go to nominee Mario Reyna Sr.

  • secondedpassed2026-02-02

    re-appoint Ricardo Medina to the Tierra Del Sol Golf Advisory Board

Decisions during term (321)

Recorded while Pacheco was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Oct 6, 2026

Substantial Amendment for Program Year 2024–2025 (Aquatic Park Improvements)

approved5-0Oct 6, 2026

Approval of Minutes for August 3, 2026

denied0-5Oct 5, 2026

Amending Interlocal Agreement for 5310 Project

approved5-0Oct 5, 2026

Amendment No. 1 with Brownstone Consultants

approved5-0Oct 5, 2026

Deductive Change Order and Project Completion for Sewer Improvements

approved5-0Oct 5, 2026

Cultural Arts Initiative Contract

approvedOct 5, 2026

Approval of Minutes for September 21, 2026 and September 28, 2026

approvedOct 5, 2026

Resolution appointing/reappointing four members of the PDC board of directors

approvedOct 5, 2026

Resolution appointing/reappointing a poet laureate for the city of Pharr

approvedOct 1, 2026

Approval of September 17, 2026 Minutes

approvedOct 1, 2026

Change of Zone (COZ#260817) - 3319 N. Cage Blvd

approvedOct 1, 2026

Preliminary Plat Approval - Pharr Travel Plaza Subdivision

approvedOct 1, 2026

Final Plat Approval - Pharr International Industrial Park

approvedSep 28, 2026

Approval of Pharr Economic Development Corporation II Budget

approvedSep 28, 2026

Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

approvedSep 28, 2026

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget

approvedSep 28, 2026

Ratification of Property Tax Revenue Increase

approvedSep 28, 2026

Adoption of Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

approvedSep 25, 2026

Approval of Fire Department Lieutenant Promotional Exam Scores and Eligibility List

approvedSep 25, 2026

Approval of Police Department Peace Officer Exam Scores and Eligibility List