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Council plans for more public parks

BY SASHA HELLER Managing Editor editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com The South Padre Island City Council on Tuesday approved a Parks and Open Space Master Plan, laying the groundwork necessary for city officials to initiate beautification efforts that could boost tourism revenues and improve the qualities of life for the entire community. To read the rest of this story, …

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WAVE funding questioned

BY SASHA HELLER Managing Editor editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Everyone wants a free ride but, eventually, someone always ends up paying for gas. After an exhausting debate and in front of a standing room only crowd of residents, the Port Isabel City Commission Tuesday voted 3-2 in favor of contributing $50,000 to the WAVE Transit public transportation system …

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Council holds hearing to discuss parking issues

BY CHRISTINA R. GARZA Staff Writer press@portisabelsouthpadre.com The South Padre Island City Council on Wednesday held a public hearing to discuss comprehensive parking solutions. Staff Attorney Scottie Aplin of the Texas General Land Office (GLO) presented an overview of the Texas Open Beaches Act. The act requires local governments to establish laws to protect the …

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