News from the Past   

Polar Bear’s Enjoy Blue Sky

After our icy Christmas, the South Padre Island Polar Bear’s enjoyed warm temperatures and blue skies during their annual New Year’s Day dip in the Gulf of Mexico. 

Approximately 235 Polar Bears took the plunge as dozens of bystanders watched and cheered.

 Cold Weather Could Strand Sea Turtles

  There are 17 sea turtles receiving supportive care at the Coastal Studies Laboratory. Although cold shocked most are in fairly good shape.    More....

Rescued Sea Turtles Released
The UTPA Coastal Studies Laboratory assisted in the release of 18 green sea turtles into the Gulf of Mexico......              Read the full story.....

 

New Committee to be Created

Christmas Grant for South Padre Island

On Wednesday, December 15^th, Texas Governor Rick Perry announced a new grant of transportation funds for the Town of South Padre Island that will enable important improvements to Park Road 100/South Padre Boulevard.
Read the full press release.....
 

Welcome: The Shores

Firefighter Testing January 2005

 We currently have 4 positions available.   More......... 

Public Opinion Survey - Medical-Healthcare Facilities

Beaches to be Nourished

Notice of February Bond Election

The Town of South Padre Island will hold an election between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm on Saturday, February 5, 2005, in the Town for the purpose of authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds for the constructing and equipping a new City Hall Complex.

The polling place for the election is Precinct 52, City Hall, 4501 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, Texas, 78597.

What could the new complex cost?  What facilities will be included in the new complex?  How will a new City Hall help the citizens of South Padre Island?   Please click here and read facts about the new City Hall complex....
Please click here to read the Assessment of Needs for a New City Hall...

For complete election details please read the following documents

Read the Official Resolution calling for the election....
Read the Notice of Bond Election - English version....
Read the Notice of Bond Election - Spanish version....
 

241 Residents Cast Early Votes on New City Hall

Beach Project Complete

Beachcomber - February Newsletter

The February edition of the Town's newsletter, The Beachcomber is available.

Top story in this edition - Bond Election

Residents of SPI vote in favor
of the construction of a new City Hall.

Read the results......
 

Notice of Public Auction  

On Saturday February 12^th, the Town of South Padre Island will hold a Public Auction.  This auction will include vehicles, bicycles, clothing, electronics, furniture and other items of recovered and unclaimed property.   for details........
 

Bond Election Passes

By a voting margin of 302 to 256 the Town of South Padre Island will build a new City Hall.  "...this is an historic day for the future of South Padre Island.", said Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. 

City Secretary, Joyce Adams announced the unofficial results of the election.

Read the Mayors comments in the official press release...


Election Judge, Pat Corcoran (seated above) and Election Clerks (seated left to right), Lillian Ware, Cindy Bradford and Alice Adwan.
 

Winter Texan Fish Fry  

On Saturday February 12^th, the Winter Texan Fish Fry will be held at Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark    more.......
 

 Eighth Annual Winter Texan Beach Cleanup 

 
The Eighth Annual Winter Texan Beach Cleanup will be held on Feb. 18^th.    more.....

Sea Turtle Identification  

On February 24^th, Mr. Ben Rhame, a Sea Grant Fellow, from the Coastal Resources Program of the General Land Office, will speak to Island residents about Sea Turtle identification. The meeting will take place at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Boulevard, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. All interested residents are invited to attend.
     For more information.....
 

 Public Presentation and Discussion 

On Thursday, Feb. 24^th, at 5:30pm., Anton Nelessen will present and discuss his research on “What Americans Want”.  This free public presentation will be held at the Convention Centre.  A cash bar and hors d’oeuvres will be available.     

On Friday, Feb. 25^th, Mr. Nelessen will conduct a 6 hour professional development course on “New Urbanism, the SmartCode and the Visual Preference Survey”.  Participants will receive 6 hrs of Continuing Education Credit for this course. 

More on the Public Presentation……
More on the Professional Development course……
Anton Nelessen biographical data…….
 

Firefighter Testing Feb. 28th.

The Town of South Padre Island (the Town) is looking for quality recruits to join our team of professional Firefighters. Being in a tourist oriented environment and 20 million people crossing the Queen Isabella Causeway annually along with permanent residents make the Town a very unique and diverse place to work.
 For Testing details please read .....
 

 Mayor Pinkerton Dedicates Arbor Month Tree

 
On Friday, February 18^th, in celebration of Arbor Month, Mayor Robert (Bob) Pinkerton, Jr. dedicated a Yaupon Pride of Houston tree on the Convention Centre Grounds.   more.....

 Farewell, Judge Tenison

 
Robert (Bob) McIntyre Tenison, 77, of South Padre Island, Texas passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 1^st.  He was born November 5, 1927 in Dallas, Texas and moved with his family to South Padre Island in 1976.

Bob served as Municipal Court Judge for the Town of South Padre Island from August 21, 1985 to June 15, 1988.

A Memorial service will be held Saturday, March 5^th, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1022 N. Yuma, Port Isabel, Texas, followed by a reception and visitation with the family. Interment will be later in Dallas.

Application Deadline - March 7th.

If you are interested in running for a position on the Board of Aldermen the deadline for submitting an Application for Place on Ballot is just around the corner.  Candidate Application Packets must be picked up and returned to City Secretary, Town of South Padre Island, 4501 Padre Blvd., not later than 5:00pm Monday, March 7th.

See the Candidate Election Calendar.....
 

Renowned “Turtle Lady”, Ila Loetscher,
selected to Walk of Fame

Ila Loetscher, the “Turtle Lady” from South Padre Island, has been selected to the inaugural Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame.

As part of the 2005 BorderFest Salute to the Rio Grande Valley, The City of Hidalgo, BorderFest Association, Hidalgo Chamber of Commerce and City of Hidalgo Texas Municipal Facilities Corporation have decided to create the Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame at the Dodge Arena.
Read the official press release.....
Read a short biography of Ila Loetscher.......
 

 Town Committees Needs Members 

 
The Ad Hoc Healthcare Clinic Committee and the Development Plan Review Board need to fill a vacancies.  If you would like to apply for these open positions please download the Committee Application form, fill it in and deliver it to City Secretary, Town of South Padre Island, 4501 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, Texas 78597.
 

SPI Sponsored Racing - March 18th.

Friday, March 18th., South Padre Island sponsored NASCAR Craftsman Truck driver Steve Park, in his #62 Orleans Dodge, will compete in the World Financial Group 200 race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. www.atlantamotorspeedway.com

 Spring Break is here.....

 
Spring Break on South Padre Island.  Could you ask for anything more?  Do you know how to get here, what to do while you are here or here to stay?  Check out the South Padre Island Spring Break Guide at www.springbreak.sopadre.com

SPI Code Enforcement Officer’s Earn Additional Credentials

Heimlich Posters Available  

 Heimlich Maneuver Posters are available at the City Health Department, which is located in the South Padre Island Public Works Office at 4405 Padre Blvd.    more.......
 

Friday Night Fireworks

SPITS Receives Donation for Skateboard Park

South Padre Island City Manager Dewey P. Caswell Jr. (L) joins local skateboarders receiving a $1,500 donation on behalf of SPITS. The donation was given by the Saturn Corporation and will be used towards the construction of a skateboard park on South Padre Island.
 

 Mayor Welcomes Marines

 
Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton, Jr. welcomes members of the 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Division, 4th Battalion to South Padre Island.

 These Marine Officers were involved in the heavy fighting, in and around, the battle for Fallujah, Iraq.   Mayor Pinkerton served in the Marines from 1965-1969 as a S/Sgt.-E6. He was awarded a Silver Star and Purple Heart for his service in Viet Nam.

Pictured (L-R) are Midshipman 1st Class Tyson S. Stahl, 1st Lt. Hoot Stahl, Capt. Sean M. Roche, Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton, Jr., 1st Lt. David C. Lewis, 1st Lt. Chris B. Schickling, and 1st Lt. John F. MacDonald.

 Town Appoints New Committee Members 

On Wednesday, March 16^th, The South Padre Island Board of Aldermen appointed two new committee members.

Marvin Herschberg was appointed to the Ad Hoc Healthcare Committee and, Stormy Wall was appointed to the Development Plan Review Board.   Read the full story...

Golden Knights Honor SPI City Officials

The United States Army Golden Nights Parachute Team honored South Padre Island Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief Clifford Rowell, and Convention & Visitors Bureau Executive Director Dan Quandt.  

Each was presented a baton, passed in flight, in honor of their dedication and service to the community. The Golden Knights performed daily jumps as a part of the United States Army promotion for Spring Break.

SPI Sponsored NASCAR Truck Races This Saturday

The Kroger 250 will take place at the Martinsville Speedway, in Martinsville, VA at 1:00 p.m.   more.....
 

New Beach Access Nears Completion

South Padre Island wins lawsuit

Judge voids annexation of land by Port Isabel

A visiting judge ruled in favor of South Padre Island and a family trust Wednesday in the annexation fight with Port Isabel.  Read the full story...
 

 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES 

 
The Town of South Padre Island, Texas, is seeking professional Project Management Services for the purpose of effectively assisting the Town in the management of the construction of its new Municipal Complex.

Read the RFQ Summary..........
Read the complete RFQ...........
 

Rio Transit Connects South Padre Island to Brownsville

MEET SPI NASCAR CRAFTSMAN DRIVER STEVE PARK

Orleans Racing driver Steve Park will be at Schlitterbahn parking lot April 16^th as we salute the team that is being partially sponsored by South Padre Island. There will be autograph sessions and merchandise available, along with the South Padre Island show truck. Steve’s appearance coincides with the Beach N Biker Fest, which will have its main activities at Schlitterbahn.  Steve will meet with fans and lead the Saturday night Beach N Biker Fest Parade.  Steve won the second race of the NASCAR Truck season, becoming only the tenth driver to win NASCAR’s top three touring series.
 Meet Steve, get an autograph, take a picture...........
 

Steve Park Visits SPI

Orleans Racing driver Steve Park  was on South Padre Island coinciding his appearance with the Beach N Biker Fest.  Steve met with fans and lead the Saturday night Beach N Biker Fest Parade.  Steve won the second race of the NASCAR Truck season, becoming only the tenth driver to win NASCAR’s top three touring series.
 See the picture story.......
 

South Padre Island’s “Outdoors” Attracts Travel Writers

The Texas Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup will kick off it 19^th annual Spring Cleanup for South Padre Island city beaches, from 9:00 a.m. – Noon, on Saturday, April 23^rd. Check-in will be held at Water Tower Park at the corner of Laguna Blvd. and Huisache.   

This is your opportunity to make a difference by helping preserve one of Texas’ most precious natural resources – our beach. The Texas Adopt-A-Beach program is an all-volunteer effort to remove trash from our beaches and to increase public awareness of the problems of marine debris and beach litter. 

For further information, contact Cate Ball at (956) 761-1025 or email her at cball@townspi.com.
 

At Wednesday night’s Board of Aldermen meeting, South Padre Island Mayor Pro-Tem Rick Wells proclaimed April 2005 as “Ila Loetscher Month.”        more.......

At Wednesday night’s South Padre Island Board of Aldermen meeting, Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton, Jr. proclaimed April 20th, 2005 as “TEAM SOUTH PADRE ISLAND DAY.”   Read the full story.......
 

In the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, SPI sponsored driver Steve Park will race in the Dodge Ram Tough 200 Saturday, April 30th., at The Gateway International Raceway, in Madison, Illinois.

This is race 5 of 25 on the Craftsman Truck Series. The race will be telecast live on the SpeedChannel at 8:30 p.m. EDT. In 2004, the SpeedChannel voted the Dodge Ram Tough 200 Race the Top NASCAR Race Finish of the year.
 

The Texas Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup kicked off its 19^th annual Spring Cleanup for South Padre Island city beaches, on Saturday, April 23^rd.

According to South Padre Island City Planner Cate Ball, the event was a big success. 89 bags of trash were collected from Town beaches, which Ms. Ball estimated to amount to around 2,225 pounds of litter. Over 115 volunteers registered for check-in at Water Tower Park at the corner of Laguna Blvd. and Huisache. Along with their trash bags, volunteers received sunscreen and candy bars courtesy of the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce.   See the picture story.....
 

On Saturday, May 7^th, residents of the Town of South Padre Island (Cameron County Precinct 52) will have the opportunity to vote for candidates for three at-large positions on the Board of Aldermen. Voting will be held at City Hall, 4501 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, Texas 78597. Voters may cast their ballots, in person, from 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.     more........
 

     The South Padre Island Aldermen approved the financial audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2004.

     On hand to make the audit presentation was Kimberly Jackson of Long Chilton, LLP.     According to Jackson, the assets of the Town of South Padre Island exceeded its liabilities at the close of the most recent fiscal year...       More.......            

Read the full Audit here....
 

UNOFFICIAL TABULATION OF PRECINCT 52 AND EARLY VOTING RESULTS FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION HELD MAY 7, 2005 TOWN OF SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TEXAS

                                         Early              Election Day    Total

James “Joe Buck” Camp    124                 174                298    

 Jim Hoff                            167                 156                323                

 Bob Fudge                        120                 128                248    

 Rick Wells                         131                 163                294

 Rick Ridolfi                        190                 215                405

 Tara Rios Ybarra               115                 189                304

Total Voters Election Day                398
Total Voters Early                            335
Total Voters                                     733        

  
   This Sunday, May 15, South Padre Island sponsored NASCAR Truck driver Steve Park will race in the sixth race of the season, at 1:15 p.m. CDT, in the UAW-GM Ohio 250, at a “sold out” Mansfield Motorsports Speedway, in Mansfield Ohio. The race will be telecast live on the SpeedChannel. Live coverage will begin at 1:00 p.m. CDT.  more......
 

South Padre Island Convention Centre Opens ‘Corridor Gallery’  

 The Corridor Gallery, South Padre Island’s newest attraction, opens as a showcase for regional and international artists at the South Padre Island Convention Centre on Monday May 9^th at 6pm.   more......

 
Lefty, a Kemp's ridley sea turtle will be transferred from Sea Turtle, Inc. of South Padre Island, TX to The Jenkinson's Aquarium of Point Pleasant, NJ on Monday, May 16^th.

Lefty lost both of her right flippers after being hit by a boat in Corpus Christi, TX in 2002. Deemed non-releasable after her injuries healed, she has been awaiting placement in a zoo or aquarium.
                     Read the full story.....               Lefty's moving schedule......
 

SPI Town Hall Meetings on
Padre Boulevard Improvements Scheduled

     There will be three very important Town Hall Meetings concerning proposed improvements to Padre Boulevard, including a landscaped center median.

     The first Town Hall Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 11, at 10:00 a.m. at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Boulevard.

     The second Town Hall meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 18^th, at 4:00 p.m. at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Boulevard. 

    The third Town Hall meeting will take place on Thursday, May 19^th, at 6:30 p.m. at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Boulevard. 

     The Padre Boulevard Improvement Town Meetings will feature discussion on a project that will have a tremendous impact upon the future of our community.  All residents and business owners are strongly urged to attend.

 
South Padre Island residents and visitors need access to an assortment of healthcare services and facilities.  The South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce has prepared a Guide to medical, dental and chiropractic  services on the Island and in Port Isabel.  The Guide includes hospitals in Harlingen, Brownsville and San Benito.
  Follow this link to the Healthcare Guide......
 

  
On Friday, May 20^th, South Padre Island sponsored NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Steve Park will race in the Quaker Steak & Lube 200 at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina. The race will be televised live on the SpeedChannel at 7:30 p.m. CDT.

     After six races, Park remains in 15^th place in the NASCAR Craftsman Trunk Series with $109,155 in winnings.

     Also, in the 2005 TruckSeries.com Most Popular Driver Poll, Park has taken the lead over Johnny Benson and is now in 1^st Place in the poll for the NASCAR Truck Series’ Most Popular Driver. All fans are urged to vote for Steve by going to www.truckseries.com/polls/mpd05/.

Free Vessel Safety Check 
 May 21st. all day starting at 7:45a.m.

 Followed by: Blessing of the Fleet at 9:30a.m
by Fr. Gerry from our lady of the Sea.
For details..............
 

The Town of South Padre Island and the ad hoc Health Care Committee are pleased to Announce…… 

The SPI Emergency & Medical Services
Public Information Seminar 

When:              Monday, May 23^rd, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where:             SPI Convention Centre
Presenters:        South Texas Emergency Care (STEC) Foundation Staff
                        Valley Air Care
                        SPI Fire/Police Departments
                        SPI Medical Clinics 

All Residents Are Urged To Attend
Refreshments & Snacks Will Be Served
more........
 

The Board of Aldermen and Town Administration are looking toward the future of the Island, and in particular, what physical and service improvements Islanders feel are needed over the next five to seven years. These improvements may include improvements in Law Enforcement, Public Works, Drainage, Parking, Beach Accesses or any of a number of things that may be on your minds. WE NEED YOUR INPUT! 

Please email us from the Contact Us link at the Town’s website at www.townspi.com  or contact Michael Montgomery, Public Information Manager, at mmontgomery@townspi.com. Also, you may telephone us at City Hall (956) 761-6456, and let us know what is most needed to improve South Padre Island. 

Your voice will be heard, and your ideas and suggestions will go directly to the Board of Aldermen and Town Administration.

HELP US BUILD A BETTER ISLAND!
 

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
MAY 28 & 29, 2005
See the flyer for details.......

Click here for the application.....
 

The Texas Society For Respiratory Care is having its annual meeting in South Padre, TX the 8 - 10th of June 2005. 

As part of our morning educational workshop, we will be providing FREE lung tests for those who might be at risk for lung disease.    more.........

                                  
After an accident last Saturday morning at the start of the MBNA RacePoints 200   caused a him a dismal showing at Dover International Speedway, South Padre Island’s NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Steve Park comes to Texas this Friday, June 10^th, hoping to avenge last week’s finish by racing in the Chex 400k at the Texas Motor Speedway. 
    more........
 

    
Former South Padre Island Alderman Jim Ghilain passed away Sunday, June 5^th. Ghilain served as Alderman from June 1973 – May 1981. He also served as a member of the Volunteer Fire Department. He was 84 years old.

Ghilain opened one of the Island’s first businesses, Jim’s Pier, in 1954 and he and his wife Jan provided full service fishing services to South Padre Island for the past fifty years.

The family has planned a quiet, private memorial service.

Ghilain is survived by his wife Jan; his son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Lee Ann Ghilain; and his grandchildren Risa Ann, Jenna Lee, Brianna and Danni Lynn.

The Town of South Padre Island Mayor, Board of Aldermen and City Hall Staff wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Ghilain family.
 

The Red Cross has scheduled two blood drives on South Padre Island. The first will take place at the Island Baptist Church on Monday, June 6^th from 12pm – 6pm. The second will be held at Club Padre on Monday, June 13^th from 12pm – 7pm.         More..........
 

     June 1 marks the 20th anniversary of Fire Chief and Assistant City Manager Clifford Rowell’s service to the Town of South Padre Island.  The vivacious, versatile and personable Rowell has worn many hats for the town since he has been here. He has truly been South Padre Island’s “man for all seasons.”             Read the full story.....
 

 Come Join us Celebrate 4^th of July On Beautiful South Padre Island, Texas and Enjoy Fireworks Over the Bay!  The Firework Celebration will begin Friday, July 1^st at 9:15 p.m. on the Bayside between Marlin and Red Snapper street, courtesy of South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce merchants on the island’s bay side.  You can enjoy an even more impressive display on Monday, July 4^th at 9:15 p.m., same location, courtesy of the South Padre Island Convention and Visitors’ Bureau.
                                                                              

            The best spectator viewing for Fireworks Over the Bay is at the various bayside food and drink establishments located between Marlin and Red Snapper streets, but the show can also be enjoyed from many other areas as well.
                                   COME AND ENJOY!
 

SPI Chamber Ribbon Cutting/Mixer with TIME WARNER CABLE

SPI Public Works Jumps On Drainage Projects

    
 South Padre Island’s Public Works Director David Whitehead has waded straight into much needed drainage projects on the Island. Last month he and his crews built curbs and valley gutters along Aries and Polaris Streets to deal with two of our most notorious drainage problems.

     “We know there are many drainage problems on the Island,” said Whitehead, “but Polaris and Aries were two of the worst in terms of our streets. I hope this will eliminate the drainage problems that the residents of these streets were experiencing.”

     According to the Public Works Department, the cost for Aries Street was $3,400 and the cost for Polaris was $13,780.

South Padre Island Receives Top Restored Beach Award

For more than 80 years, communities around the United States have been restoring their beaches. Every coastal state has a nourishment project;... including some of the best known beaches in the country, such as Miami Beach and Coney Island, Ocean City and Waikiki.

 ...the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) is announcing its fourth annual Top Restored Beach Awards. This year’s winners are:

• Pacifica State Beach in Pacifica, CA
• Cape May Inlet to Lower Township, NJ
• Indian River County, FL
• Town of South Padre Island beaches, TX

Read the full story.....
 

Hurricane Cleanup

                 Special pick up of bulk hurricane related debris

On Tuesday, July 26th beginning at 7:00am, BFI will carry out a special pick up of bulk debris as a post-hurricane service.  Residents should place their storm related debris at curbside not later than the evening of Monday, July 25^th.  This special run is not for construction debris or hazardous materials and waste.  Only residential debris related to the aftermath of Hurricane Emily and  items typical to those picked up through the regular monthly bulk service will be removed. 
 
For more information call the Public Information Office at 761-6456 .
 

South Padre Island’s sunsets and sunrises may become even more colorful as a result of a dust cloud blowing toward the southern United States in the next few days, according to the National Weather Service.   Details........
 

The Ad Hoc Healthcare Committee has initiated a survey to measure the need for increased healthcare facilities on the Island.  If you have not already completed the Committee's survey, the Committee is hoping that you will do so when you have a convenient opportunity.  Copies of the survey are available at City Hall and at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center.  Your response will be appreciated.

The survey completion date has been extended to August 1. 

Thank you.

For more information call the Public Information Office at 956-761-6458.
 

Cameron County has posted a page on their website with information concerning the proposed landfill near Los Fresnos. Concerned residents may access the County’s landfill information page at http://www.co.cameron.tx.us/landfill.htm .
 

            In cooperation with the weather the much-needed street-paving project, which kicked off the first week of June was completed the week of July 4^th as projected.        More...........
 

The first of many Budget Workshops was underway at Club Padre....  Discussion was held on the proposed 2005/06 Fiscal Year Budget for General Fund and proposed 2005/06 Fiscal Year Budget for all other funds.
             Workshop details..........                 Budget Calendar......
 

Public hearings will be held on August 25^th, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., at the Convention Centre, 7355 Padre Boulevard regarding the -

THE SOUTH PADRE ISLAND BIRDING AND NATURE CENTER AND THE SPECIAL ELECTION ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2005    
 

"Duel of The Dunes"

For a three-day period beginning today through Sept. 1, South Padre Island is the Featured Destination on www.southwest.com

So, for three days only, travelers can take advantage of cheap air fares to and from Harlingen’s Valley International Airport through selected airports across the nation. Trips must be taken between Sept. 20, 2005 and Jan. 9, 2006.        Read the full story.......
 

The Town of South Padre Island is scheduled to vote on the tax rate that will result in that tax increase at a public meeting to be held on September 7, 2005, at 5:30 PM at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, Tx 78597.             Click here to read the Official Notice........
 

The Town of South Padre Island will hold an election between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm on Saturday, September 10, 2005 for the purpose of authorizing the South Padre Island Economic Development Corporation’s use of Section 4A sales tax funds for a public park facility, the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center.  The polling place for the election is Precinct 52, City Hall, 4501 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, Texas, 78597.

The Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup for South Padre Island City Beaches-Cameron County will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2005, 9:00 a.m. to Noon.  Check-in: is 9:00 a.m. at the Water Tower Park, Corner of Laguna & Huisache.

Trashing Texas Beaches Isn’t Cool!

Pick a site and call the coordinator.
Wear Sunscreen, closed toe shoes, sunglasses, and a hat.
Bring plenty of drinking water.
Check in by 9:00 a.m.
Do not disturb the habitat of nesting shorebirds.
For your safety, stay off the dunes.
WE’LL CLEAN RAIN OR SHINE!

For more information contact Cate Ball at the Public Works Department, Phone Number (956) 761-1025 or visit the Adopt-A-Beach website at www.texasadoptabeach.org
 

The results of the election authorizing the South Padre Island Economic Development Corporation’s use of Section 4A sales tax funds for a public park facility, the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are available.       Click here to read the unofficial results........
 

September 29^th thru October 1, 2005

The top redfish angling teams in the world are coming to South Padre Island to compete in the Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup.  There are five qualifying events in the 2005 season with each event giving the teams on the pro tour an opportunity to make the cut and win a championship. 

One team will get their name etched on the Redfish Cup, another will win the team of the year race, and 30 teams will have the opportunity to display their skills for millions of ESPN2 viewers.

The CVB is hosting the tournament that will make its stop Sept. 29-October 1.  The event will be held at Fishbones Pier and Grill.  The key areas to be used are Three Island, South Bay and Gaswell Flats.

For more tournament information.........

For more information about the Redfish Nation and the Redfish Cup, visit its Web site at www.redfishnation.com.
 

As tropical storm Rita continues to grow theSPI Emergency Management team watches and tracks its progress.  Click on the SPIEM link to get the latest data on this storm.
 

Sunday, October 2, 2005

Registration for the Third Annual Cancer Walk For Women opens at 10:00 a.m. and Walk begins at 2:00 p.m. at the South Padre Island Convention Centre on Sunday, October 2, 2005.  Proceeds will benefit medical expenses for local area women who are bravely fighting breast cancer.  For more information, call telephone number (956) 761-4231 or visit the Walk For Women website at www.walkforwomen.comm
 
 

The Coastal Baywatch Foundation will hold a cleanup Oct. 8 at Sea Ranch Marina.

The Foundation works diligently to “restore and maintain the natural beauty and balance of the Lower Laguna Madre in order to protect its vast and varied inhabitants by preserving water quality,” according to its Web site.

The cleanup is slated from 7 a.m. to noon and is followed by lunch at Sea Ranch Restaurant and Bar donated by the restaurant.

For more information about the cleanup or to become a volunteer, call Capt. Karen Rogers at (956) 433-1027 or email her at capt.karen@coastalbaywatch.com
 

is the theme for Fire Prevention Week, Oct 9-15, 2005 

Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. Did Mrs. O'Leary's cow really kick the candle..... Read the M'oo Myth

In 2002, candles caused an estimated 18,000 structure fires, 130 civilian deaths, and $333 million in property damage in the U.S.  Visit NFPA's  candle safety fact sheet  and download the new candle report for free.
 

In order to meet all of the seasonal demands on the Board of Aldermen.  The December 21st. meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the Town of South Padre Island has been rescheduled to December 19th.  Please check the Meetings Calendar for time and location.

We would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season!
 

Garriga Elementary School Choir Director, Norma Minkler leads the choir in Christmas Carols presented to City Hall Employees at City Hall. The South Padre Island City Hall was the choir's 3rd stop of the morning. The choir did an outstanding job and were presented with a goody bag for their outstanding performance.
 

A local club will be ringing in the New Year by taking a swim wearing their favorite hat and costume.  Polar Bear Dips are internationally renowned. Generally, the dips are made during very cold weather where the water produces chilling effects.     [more....]
 

Alice and Jerry Hanson have devoted hundreds of hours toward the growth and development of South Padre Island.  They have set the best of examples of great citizens volunteering their time and expertise.  In honor of their dedication to the Town of South Padre Island, Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. proclaimed December 7, 2005 as the official Alice and Jerry Hanson Day.     Read the full Proclamation....
 

The Town of South Padre Island would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season!

 A special thanks to the Public Works Department and the Fire Department for working diligently on Lighting Up The Island with street banners, lighted ziz zag trees, holiday lights and the 24’ Tower Tree.