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News and Events from 2006

January 2006
Fireworks on the Bay
Sand Castle Day's Makes Donations
SPI Polar Bear Dip Rings in 2006

Island Projects
Target Date For New Town Complex
Town to Rebuild Sand Dunes
Friends Shave Heads in Support of Co-worker
Town Employees Receive Training
“D” Day (Dune Building Day)
Gulf Circle Beach Restrooms Ready for Use

Public Information Seminar
Keep the Island Beautiful by Recycling

February 2006
Redfish Cup Championship to Air Sunday on ESPN2
Public Auction
Ninth Annual Winter Texan Beach Cleanup
Leadership Laguna Madre Fundraiser
Rotary Winter Texan Fish Fry

Beach Safety Pamphlet Available
Brush and Bulk Pickup Schedule
UTB/TSC Arts & Entertainment Season Begins
Doing Business with SPI

Recycling Station Opens

March
2006
2006 Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame
2006 Rio Grande Walk of Fame
Bahia Grande Restoration Project
Congressional Award
Captain Jim Ghilain
Orientation for Statewide Hurricane Exercise
Spring Break Preparations
Upcoming Elections
Location Change

Police Serve Meals
High Flyers
Command Station
Free Public Transportation

Remembering Charles Morrison III

April
2006
Ballot by Mail
May Election

Ferry Boat Landing
El Camino
U.S. Department of Justice
Recycling Station
Committee Members Needed
Friendly Reminders

Committee Members Needed
ASBA Meets on The Island

Ribbon-Cutting at Treasure Island Circle
Padre Boulevard Sidewalks
Arbor Day

May
2006
Padre Boulevard Improvement Project
Election 2006
Election May 13, 2006
Election Results
Comprehensive Plan Committee Selected
Town Hall Meeting
Sister City Signing

Friendly Reminder - Brush Pickup
Friendly Reminder - Pet Cleanup
Summer Fireworks Tradition
Hurricane Week Proclamation
Town Hall Meeting
SPI Salsa Summer Bash
SPI's Beaches Top 10 Beach List
26th Windsurf Blowout May 6-7
Pedal to Padre - May 7
P and Z Work Shop

June 2006
Committee Member Needed
SPI Police Department enhances Web site
Friendly Reminders
Tropical Storm Advisory
Committee Member Needed
SPI Vehicle Identification Stickers
2006 Texas Police Games
Election 2006
Sea Turtle Awareness
Service Awards to Town Employees
Hurricane Season
Hurricane Evacuations and Special Health Care Needs

July
2006
Fireworks Over the Bay!
Firework Safety

Captain Jim Ghilain Way
Municipal Complex
Butterfly Garden
Groundbreaking

August
2006
Building Construction Site Management Requirements
Outdoor Displays
Bay Area Task Force Report
Labor Day Holiday
Fireworks over the Bay

September 2006
2006 Town Budget
Town Committees
Memorial Service
Memorial Tribute
USAF Gateway Brass Band
Padre Island Health Specialists
SPI Film Festival
Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Open Tax Enrollment

October
2006
Pandemic Flu Preparedness
Walk for Women
Water to be Shut Off
Bay Cleanup and Restoration
SPI Marathon and Relay
Music and Art on SPI
"Roar" by the Shore
Cameron County Courthouse
Sand Castle Days
Commissioner Benavides Passes Away 
Diabetes Symposium
Early Voting 2006

November
2006
National Weather Service
Open Committee Seats

Election Day - November 7
Hunt for History
Public Transportation
Thanksgiving Holiday
SPI EDC Data Gathering and Analysis
SPI Visitor Tracking Survey


December
2006
SPI Holiday Parade 2006

Public Forum - Parking and Traffic Study
Medical Care Committee - Final Report

Water to be Shut Off
 

Fireworks on the Bay

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Happy New Year - 2006 !!

Celebrate the New Year watching the fireworks display over the bay starting at 12:00am Sunday 1/1/2006.  Best viewing is between Red Snapper and Marlin streets along Laguna Blvd..  Have a Happy New Year.....  [more...]

 

Sand Castle Day's Makes Donations


Sand Castle Days, Inc. today presented three $500-checks to three localSand-Castle-Donation-1.jpg (65965 bytes) non-profit organizations whose programs are committed to educating the public on the conservation and environmental awareness of South Padre Island’s coastal shores.    [Read the full story....]

 

SPI Polar Bear Dip Rings in 2006

PolarBears3.jpg (198593 bytes)More than 300 participants turned out for the annual Polar Bear Dip on South Padre Island.polarbears4.jpg (199814 bytes)

At high noon the Polar Bears club took their annual Jan. 1 dip in the Gulf of Mexico on South Padre Island.    [more....]

 

Island Projects


The Island is a very busy place.  The Town Administration is monitoring the progress on a wide variety of projects.  These projects include improvements to existing Town facilities, the construction of the new Municipal Complex and many more.  A detailed report on the status of these projects has been presented to the Board of Aldermen and is available for public review.   Read the full report..... 
 

Target Date For New Town Complex


   Progress has been made on the Town's new Municipal Complex.  The construction phase could begin by December of this year with projected completion of December 2006. 
     Read the Project narrative......  Review the Project Timeline.....
 

Town to Rebuild Sand Dunes


The Town of South Padre Island has initiated a project to rebuild the sand dunes within Town limits damaged by recent storms and hurricanes.   Part of the rebuilding effort entails placement of Christmas trees in the dune area. 

Read the City Managers open letter describing the project.
 

Friends Shave Heads in Support of Co-worker


Grey hair. Newly-dyed red hair. Newly-highlighted brown hair. Auburnsylviasoliz.jpg (145779 bytes) hair. Black hair. All were a precious pile of support that fell to the floor Wednesday of the South Padre Island Convention Centre’s Exhibit Hall.                                   [Read the full story....]
 

Town Employees Receive Training


Code/Health Department employees for the Town oftraining.jpg (434384 bytes) South Padre Island received training Wednesday on the sampling, packaging and shipping of food borne illnesses during a possible outbreak.    [more.....]

 

Gulf Circle Beach Restrooms Ready for Use


gulfcirclebano.jpg (26252 bytes)Gulf Circle Beach Restrooms are now completed and available for public usage.  The restrooms will be open daily from sunrise to sunset.

 

“D” Day (Dune Building Day)


The Town of South Padre Island had approximately 20 100_0426.JPG (602014 bytes) volunteers helping place Christmas trees and hay bale bundles to help with the pilot project to build dunes within the Town limits.  The project involved placing hay bales, sand fencing, and Christmas trees on the beach to catch the blowing sand in order to help build and replace the dunes that were lost to the strong waves caused by Hurricanes Rita and Katrina.100_0422.JPG (544044 bytes)

We didn’t get as far along the beach as we had hoped.  Sand fencing was put up from White Sands south to Parkshore.  Parkshore south almost to Fantasy circle is comprised of hay bales interspersed with Christmas trees.
 

Public Information Seminar


SPI Emergency and Medical Services
 Public Information Seminar

This event will include presentations by the professionals who take care of you when you have a medical emergency on SPI, and the physicians and staff of the two island medical clinics.  All are encouraged to attend this vital seminar.  The seminar will be held Thursday, February 2, 2006.  [more.....]

 

Keep the Island Beautiful by Recycling


Recycling will become a reality on South Padre Island beginning Saturday, February 4, 2006, at 8:00 a.m. Island residents will be able to drop off their recyclables on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon at the South Padre Island Training Center located at 108 West Retama (across from Whataburger). The recycling station will be equipped and staffed under arrangements with Allied Waste Services (formerly BFI, Inc.).

In early June 2005, the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce Island Enhancement Committee initiated discussions with Allied Waste Services General Manager, Mr. Jon Dick, to explore recycling opportunities for South Padre Island. Following those discussions, the Chamber addressed a letter to Mr. Dewey Cashwell, City Manager, outlining a proposed recycling plan and the Chamber’s support for recycling. From there the Town staff worked with Allied Waste Services to carryout the project. Allied Waste generously ordered a specially designed compartmentalized recycling trailer specifically for use on the Island.

Chamber representatives and Town Officials will be on hand for the grand opening of the recycling program at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, February 4, 2006. Everyone is invited to attend. Darrell Mangham, Chairman of the Chamber’s Island Enhancement Committee, stated this is only the beginning of recycling on South Padre Island. Items that will be collected include aluminum cans, tin cans, card board, newspapers and any type of plastic bottles (laundry detergent plastic jugs are not included).

For more information you can call the Public Works Department at phone number (956) 761-1025, BFI at 1-800-423-7316 or the Chamber of Commerce at (956) 761-4412.
 

Redfish Cup Championship to Air Sunday on ESPN2

The Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup Championship event held on South Padre Island Nov. 11-13 at FishBones Pier & Grill will air on ESPN2 Sunday, Feb. 12.    [full story.....]
 

Public Auction


The Town of South Padre Island will be holding a Public Silent Auction on Saturday, February 11, 2006 beginning at 9:00 am and ending at 12:00 noon.  The Town will periodically hold an auction to dispose of recovered, unclaimed and Town property.  The auction may include vehicles, bicycles and miscellaneous items.

The auction will be held at South Padre Island City Hall Lot, 4501 Padre Boulevard.   On ‘Auction Day’, viewing of items will be at 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and bidding begins at 11:00 a.m.  Bidders must be at least 18 years of age, provide identification and register to bid on vehicles.  All items and vehicles are sold in “AS IS” condition.  Admission is free and payment in cash and/or credit card will be accepted.

Additional information may be obtained by calling (956) 761-6456.
 

Ninth Annual Winter Texan Beach Cleanup


The Ninth Annual Winter Texan Beach Cleanup will be held Friday, February 17 according to Jerry Patterson, Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office. The cleanup will take place on South Padre Island.
“Winter Texans earn the right to be considered Texans by keeping our beaches beautiful,” Patterson said. “They love them as much as any native Texan, and it shows.”   [full story.....]

The day will begin at 8:30 a.m. with registration and refreshments. The beach cleanup will be from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The day will end with a “What did you find?” session, for volunteers to discuss and compare information about trash gathered during the cleanup.  [GLO flier.....]

For additional information on the Winter Texan Beach Cleanup and the Adopt-A-Beach Program visit www.texasadoptabeach.org , or contact the GLO at 1-877-TXCOAST.

Leadership Laguna Madre Fundraiser


A Leadership Laguna Madre Class X Fundraiser Benefiting
Laguna Madre Boys & Girls Club, Laguna Madre Humane Society and Leadership Laguna Madre

Presents

“Explore the World of Wine”
An Island Wine-Tasting Event at the Sea Ranch Restaurant

An opportunity to taste some of the most popular, as well as unique wines available today and talk to the professionals who make and represent them at one of the Island's favorite restaurants.   [more.....]
 

Rotary Winter Texan Fish Fry


On Saturday, February 18th enjoy a fish lunch and live entertainment at Schlitterbahn Beach Water Park from 11:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.   Sponsored by the South Padre/Port Isabel Rotary club and the Town of South Padre Island.  The Fish Fry will Benefit the Rotary Scholarship /fund.

Tickets are available at the SPI and PI Chambers of Commerce, or at the door.  Tickets are $6 per person.

For further information, call 1-800-SOPADRE.
 

Beach Safety Pamphlet Available


“HAVE FUN! BUT KNOW THE DANGERS OF THE BEACH”

The Ad Hoc Committee for a Full-Time Comprehensive Health Care Clinic in conjunction with Texas Sea Grant have collaborated with the Town of South Padre Island and provided Beach Safety Pamphlets.   Details.......
 

 Brush and Bulk Pickup Schedule


brushtruck.jpg (39171 bytes)The Town would like to remind all residents that the BFI brush and bulk waste pick-up schedule has been changed.  All brush and bulk waste will be picked up the first three (3) week days of the month.                        For schedule details .....  

 

UTB/TSC Arts & Entertainment Season Begins


Mr. Floyd Akers will present an overview of the upcoming UTB/TSC Arts & Entertainment Series which begins its 5th season this year. For more information about the series visit www.utbtsc.edu/jacobbrown/

 

Doing Business with SPI


 Individuals and business' interested in doing business with the Town of South Padre Island may now visit our new web site service "Doing Business with SPI".

 Following the link at the lower left of this page will take you to a site that lists the current BIDS, RFP's and RFQ's (Bid Requests, Request for Proposals and Request for Qualifications) of projects the Town is undertaking.

Interested parties may review and download these packet's by using the Adobe Acrobat Reader.  A free version of this reader is available by following the Adobe link at the bottom of this page.
 

2006 Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame


Remembering John L. Tompkins

The City of Hidalgo, BorderFest Association, Hidalgo Chamber of Commerce, and City of Hidalgo Texas Municipal Facilities Corporation has nominated John L. Tompkins to be inducted into the 2006 Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame.
 

2006 Rio Grande Walk of Fame


A Walk to Remember

The 2006 Rio Grande Walk of Fame inducted over 60 community members including John L. Tompkins Thursday, March 2 at the Dodge Area in Hidalgo, Tx.

Bahia Grande Restoration Project


SPI Recognized at Bahia Grande Building Dedication

A portable building once homed at the Episcopal Day School for Spanish class was dedicated on Thursday, March 2.
 

Congressional Award


SPI Beaches to Receive Congressional Award

The American Shore and Beach Preservation Association will host the 2006 Coastal Summit, “Investing in America’s Coast”, March 1 through 3 at the Hilton Washington and Towers in Washington D. C.
 

Captain Jim Ghilain


Resolution in Honoring Captain Jim Ghilain Way

On January 18, the Board of Aldermen voted unanimously to rename Whiting Street as Captain Jim Ghilain Way, to honor the legendary Island businessman and fisherman.
 

Orientation for Statewide Hurricane Exercise


Town Representatives Attend Orientation Session for
Statewide Hurricane Exercise

South Padre Island Police Chief Robert Rodriguez and City Manager Dewey P. Cashwell Jr. were among several city representatives from Cameron County attending an orientation session February 15 in San Benito.
 

Spring Break Preparations


Law Enforcement Agencies Prepare for Spring Break 2006

 The Town of South Padre Island Police Department hosted a Multi-Agency Law Enforcement meeting to discuss Spring Break 2006 on February 18.
 

Upcoming Elections


Candidacy Deadline
La Fecha Final Para La Candidatura

The deadline to file as a candidate for Town of South Padre Island Mayor and Aldermen is 5 p.m. Monday, March 13.   [En Espanol...]
 

Location Change


The
Board of Aldermen meeting scheduled for March 15 at the Convention Centre has been changed to Club Padre, which is located at 5800 Padre Blvd.  For more information contact the Town of South Padre Island at (956) 761-6456.
 

Police Serve Meals


TMPA Provides Meal Service

The Texas Municipal Police Association served breakfast tacos to all law enforcement personnel this morning at 7 a.m. and will be providing dinner at 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 16 at the North side of the Convention Centre.

 

High Flyers


“Golden Knights” Fly High

The United States Army Parachute Team “Golden Knights,” will be making presentations to city leaders at the Radisson Hotel this weekend.

 

Command Station


Communications Center Up and Running

A Communications Command Unit (CCU) will be operating on the Island for purposes of communication with Law Enforcement, Fire and Emergency Medical Services from Thursday, March 9 through Monday, March 20, 2006.
 

Free Public Transportation


The Wave Adds Additional Support

A notice of route and schedule change for the Wave during spring break takes effect starting Friday, March 10 through Sunday, March 19.

Charles Morrison II


Remembering Charles Morrison II

 Charles Morrison II, 45, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 12, in Port Isabel, TX.
 

Recycling Station Opens


Chamber representatives, Town Officials and Jon Dick, General Manager of Allied Waste Services, (formerly BFI Inc.) were on hand Saturday morning, February 4, for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Recycling Program. 

 Darrell Mangham, Chairman of the Chamber’s Island Enhancement Committee, stated this is only the beginning of recycling on South Padre Island.

The Recycling Center, located at 108 W. Retama, will be open between 8am and noon, on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.  For more information you can call the Public Works Department at phone number (956) 761-1025, BFI at 1-800-423-7316 or the Chamber of Commerce at (956) 761-4412.
 

Ballot by Mail


Applications for a Ballot by Mail
Solicitudes de Boletas para Votar por Correo

 Applications for a Ballot by Mail for the May 13, 2006 Municipal Elections are available at the City Secretary’s Office.
 

May Election


City Candidates for the May 13 Election
Candidatos Para Las Elecciones Municipales

The Town of South Padre Island announces a list of candidates for the Saturday, May 13 election.
 

Ferry Boat Landing


Aldermen Endorse Ferry Boat Landing Project

The Board of Aldermen voted in support of a grant requested by Cameron County Parks and Recreation Department for a Ferry Boat Landing in Isla Blanca Park on April 5, 2006.          Proposed Project photo....
 

El Camino


Aldermen Support El Camino

The Board of Aldermen voted to provide letters of support to the Cameron County Parks and Recreation Department for El Camino de Isla Blanca Park on April 5, 2006.
 

U.S. Department of Justice


U.S. Marshals Service Looking for Most Wanted

The United States Marshals Service is looking for Richard Lee McNair, considered armed and dangerous, who escaped from U.S. Penitentiary in Pollock, Louisiana.
 

Recycling Station


The Recycling Center, located at 108 W. Retama, will be open between 8am and noon, on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.

You may contact Allied Waste Services for additional service at 1-800-423-7316 or the Chamber of Commerce at (956) 761-4412.  For more information, contact the Public Works Department at (956) 761-1025.
 

Committee Members Needed


Applications for Comprehensive Plan Committee

The Board of Aldermen is seeking volunteers for membership on the Ad Hoc Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee.
 

Friendly Reminders


Monthly Brush Pick-up

In their efforts to keep the Island beautiful and free from unsightly garbage and debris, Allied Waste Services brush and bulk waste pick-ups are scheduled for the first three (3) weekdays of the month.

Traffic and Parking

The Town of South Padre Island is a location that attracts many visitors for many reasons.  Consequently, the Town has to reemphasize its enforcement of parking regulations...

Dogs at Large

According to the Code of Ordinances, “All dogs located within the Town shall at all times be fenced, housed, leashed, tethered or in some other manner physically restrained so that they may not at any time run at large within the limits of the Town.”

As a gentle reminder to avoid citations, it is important for the safety of both the people and animals that this be observed due to the density of our  population.

The Town of South Padre Island is enforcing Chapter Nine of the Code of Ordinances titled, "Garbage, Trash, Weeds and Other Waste Material."

 

Committee Members Needed


Applications for Comprehensive Plan Committee

The Board of Aldermen is seeking volunteers for membership on the Ad Hoc Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee.
 

ASBA Meets on The Island


Texas Chapter of the ASBPA

The Town of South Padre Island welcomed members of the Texas Chapter of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association on Friday, April 21.
 

Adopt a Beach Cleanup


Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup set for April 29

adoptabeach05.jpg (3926 bytes)South Padre Island, TX –April 20, 2006 – The 20th annual Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup will take place Saturday, April 29 in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area announced Jerry Patterson, Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office.
 

Proclamations


Administrative Professionals Day

On Wednesday, April 19 the Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen proclaimed Wednesday, April 26 as Administrative Professionals Day.

Child Abuse Prevention Month

The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen proclaimed April 2006 as Child Abuse Prevention Month on Wednesday, April 19.

 

Ribbon-Cutting at Treasure Island Circle


2006_05_01BeachAccess11.jpg (69648 bytes)A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 3 at 4:30 p.m. at Treasure Island Circle, Beach Access #11, which is the 3500 Block of Gulf Boulevard. Improvements were made to enhance the beach access by including benches, shade shelters, parking, and restrooms.
 

Padre Boulevard Sidewalks


Support of Padre Boulevard Sidewalks

The Town of South Padre Island requests support from local business owners for the construction of sidewalks along Padre Boulevard. Download the Petition…
 

Arbor Day


SPI Residents and Officials Celebrate Arbor Day

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Saturday, April 28 dedicating two Retama trees for National Arbor Day and the late Ida Loetscher, founder of Sea Turtle Inc., at Turtle Park.
 

Padre Boulevard Improvement Project


The Facts About the Padre Boulevard Improvement Project
and Raised Center Medians

Recently, a misinformation campaign has been mounted against one of the most important and beneficial projects in the history of the South Padre Island community.
 

Election 2006


Early Voting for Municipal Elections
Votar Temprano Para Las Elecciones Municipales

South Padre Island, TX – April 20, 2006 – Early voting for the May 13 Municipal Elections will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 1-5 and from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on May 8 and May 9.  View the Sample Ballot

 

Election 2006


Municipal Elections set for May 13

On Saturday, May 13 residents of the Town of South Padre Island will have the opportunity to vote for candidates for mayor and two at-large positions on the Board of Aldermen.

Voting will be held at City Hall, 4501 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.  Registered voters should bring their voter registration card or a picture identification card such as a driver’s license.

For more information, contact the Town of South Padre Island at (956) 761-6456.

 

Election 2006


UNOFFICIAL TABULATION OF PRECINCT 52
AND EARLY VOTING RESULTS

THIS IS THE UNOFFICIAL TABULATION OF PRECINCT 52 AND EARLY VOTING RESULTS FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION MAY 13, 2006 TOWN OF SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TEXAS 

For more information, contact the Town of South Padre Island at (956) 761-6456.

 

Comprehensive Plan Committee Selected


Comprehensive Plan Committee

The Board of Aldermen voted in approving Resolution 835, establishing a Town Committee to be known as the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee on May 3.
 

Town Hall Meeting


Hurricane Preparedness 2006

HurricaneElena800x600.JPG (63609 bytes)On Tuesday, May 23, at 7:00pm, the Town of South Padre Island will host a Town Hall Meeting at the Convention Centre Conference Theatre to discuss hurricane informational preparedness.

For more information, contact the Town of South Padre Island at (956) 761-6456.
 

Sister City


Sister City Signing

On Friday, May 5 the Town of South Padre Island hosted the Sister2006_05_07SisterCitySigning.jpg (68303 bytes) City Signing Ceremony with the City of San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.  Read a brief history of San Pedro Garza Garcia and South Padre Island.  Read the full Sister City Agreement.
 

Committee Member Needed


Special Events Committee Open Seat

The South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Authority Board is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the Special Events Committee.  Call 761-3005 for an application, filling deadline is June 2nd. 

SPI Police Department enhances Web site           

The Town of South Padre Island Police Department has enhanced their Web site by adding a link to the Texas Department of Public Safety Sex Offender Registration Database.  You may access this database through the police department’s Web site at http://www.spipd.net/.


 

  Friendly Reminders
 

Monthly Brush Pick-up

In their efforts to keep the Island beautiful and free from unsightly garbage and debris, Allied Waste Services brush and bulk waste pick-ups are scheduled for the first three (3) weekdays of the month.

Cleaning up after pets

The Board of Aldermen voted in amending Chapter 3, Article V of Ordinance No. 06-05 of the Town of South Padre Island Code of Ordinances to provide cleanup after pets on May 3.

 

Summer Fireworks Tradition


Celebrate the beginning of summer by watching the fireworks displays this Memorial Holiday Weekend.  Two shows are scheduled Friday May 26 and Saturday May 27, both shows starting approximately 9:15PM.  The Laguna Madre Bay fireworks shows are best viewed between Marlin and Red Snapper Streets. 
 

Hurricane Week Proclamation


Hurricane Awareness Week 2006

On Wednesday, May 17 Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. delivered a proclamation for Hurricane Awareness Week in Texas May 21-27 from the National Weather Service and the Governor’s Division of Emergency Management.
 

Town Hall Meeting


Island residents attend Town Hall Meeting

On Tuesday, May 23 at 7 p.m. the Town of South Padre Island hosted a Town Hall Meeting at the Convention Centre Conference Theatre where Town representatives presented information on hurricane preparedness.

 

Tropical Storm Advisory

Swimming Advisory Issued

June 12, 2006 – Town of South Padre Island officials have issued a swimming advisory for Town beaches. The higher than normal tides from Tropical Storm Alberto are creating more wave action against the beaches.

Swimmers are advised to use caution, always swim with at least one other person and keep track of people in your party.

The National Weather Service expects these conditions to continue through Tuesday.   For more information, call (956) 761-3005.

 

Committee Member Needed

 

Convention and Visitors Authority Board of Directors Open Seat

The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen is seeking applicants for an open seat for a citizen at-large on the Convention and Visitors Authority Board of Directors. The deadline to submit an application is Wednesday, June 14.


 

SPI Vehicle Identification Stickers


Vehicle identification stickers
will be issued from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the South Padre Island Fire Department.2006_06_15SPIFire.jpg (53407 bytes)

The fire department is located at 104 W. Venus St. The stickers allow residents and business owners to regain access to the Island in the event of a storm.

Now is the time to obtain hurricane stickers to regain access to South Padre Island after a major storm,” said Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief Clifford Rowell. Rowell also serves as the Town’s Emergency Management Coordinator.
 

2006 Texas Police Games


Police Games hosted by Town of South Padre Island
and City of Brownsville

This event is not about winning first-, second-, or third-place. It’s not about the big prize in the end. Maybe it’s about the recognition received for a job well-done for top competitors.

But according to South Padre Island Police Chief Robert Rodriguez there’s more to the 2006 Texas Police Athletic Federation Games.

 

Election 2006


Mayor and New Aldermen take Oath of Office

Re-elected incumbent Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. and newly elected Aldermen Phillip Money and Jo Ann Evans took the oath of office Wednesday, June 7 at the regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting.
 

Sea Turtle Awareness

 

Fireworks Over the Bay!


Come join us celebrate 4th of July on beautiful South Padre Island and enjoy Fireworks Over the Bay!  The firework celebration will begin Friday, June 30th at 9:15 p.m. on the bayside between Marlin and Red Snapper Street.  You can enjoy an even more impressive display on Tuesday, July 4th at 9:15 p.m. 

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

Firework Safety


We know that everyone loves to have fireworks for the 4th of July, but
what you may or may not know is that discharging of fireworks within the Town of South Padre Island limits is prohibited (Ord. No. 14, Sec. 8-4). Visitors and residents should find an area where discharging of fireworks is allowed and follow the safety tips provided by the National Council on Fireworks Safety to avoid serious and painful injuries.


 

Service Awards to Town Employees


SPI City Manager Presents
First Excellence in Service Awards to Town Employees

At the Board of Aldermen meeting Wednesday, June 21, Town of South Padre Island City Manager Dewey P. Cashwell Jr. presented awards of excellence in service to two town employees.
 

Hurricane Season


Hurricane Season: June 1 – November 30

The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that a very active hurricane season is looming, and encouraged individuals to make preparations to better protect their lives and property.
 

Captain Jim Ghilain Way


2006_06_28CptGhilainWay.jpg (135312 bytes)Whiting street is now known as “Captain Jim Ghilain Way”.  In an afternoon
ceremony, at the corner of Laguna Blvd. and Whiting St., the Board of Aldermen  unveiled the street signs honoring Captain Ghilain.
 

Municipal Complex


100_3432.JPG (1114953 bytes)The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen and Administration will gather on Wednesday, July 19 at 4:30 p.m. for a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Municipal Complex located at 4601 Padre Blvd. The public is invited to attend!

Butterfly Garden


Butterfly Garden.jpg (671399 bytes)SPI residents contributed with students from the Point Isabel Independent School District’s Success Center planting the first phase of the butterfly garden Saturday, July 15. For more information, contact Shane Wilson at (956) 592-6686.

 

Groundbreaking


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SPI Municipal Complex Groundbreaking

The Town of South Padre Island held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new City Hall Wednesday, July 19.   


Building Construction Site Management Requirementss


The SPI Board of Aldermen approved on July 19 the -                     Notice for Building Construction Site Management Requirements. All building construction projects are required to comply with the codes relating to site management. 
If any of the requirements are not met, inspections will not be made and a stop work order may be issued.
 

Friendly Reminders


Outdoor Displays for Commercial Businesses

Summertime is here and once again you are allowed to display certain items outside of your business establishment.  Please be aware that there is an  ordinance that regulates these outdoor displays and sets a penalties for violation.

Committee Report  


The Ad Hoc Bay Area Task Force has submitted their final report and recommendations to the Board of Aldermen.  A copy of this report has been posted in this web sites Document and Report Center
 

Labor Day Holiday


In observance of Labor Day the Administrative offices of the Town of South Padre Island will be closed Monday, September 4, 2006.
 

Fireworks over the Bay

 


Come join us celebrate
Labor Day on beautiful South Padre Island and enjoy Fireworks over the Bay!  The firework celebration will begin Friday, Sept. 1, 2006 at 9:15 p.m. on the Laguna Madre between Marlin and Red Snapper Street.  You can enjoy an even more impressive display on Saturday, Sept. 2 at 9:15 p.m. 

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

 

2006-2007 Town Budget Under way


The Budget process continues September 6 with a Public Hearing for the discussion of the Fiscal Year 2006/7 Budget.  The Public Hearing will be part of the Board of Aldermen Special meeting starting at 5:30pm at Club Padre.  The public is invited to attend.   2006 Budget Calendar…

 

Town Committees


Applications for Town Committees Now Being Accepted

The Town of South Padre Island is accepting applications from qualified volunteers to fill terms on Town committees. The deadline to submit your application has been extended to Friday, September 8, 2006
 Committee Application…
 

Memorial Service


Memorial to the Victims and Survivors of the Causeway Collapse

Memorial Causeway.jpg (144223 bytes)The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen will pay tribute to the victims, their families and survivors of the collapse of the Queen Isabella Causeway, September 15, 2001.

Memorial Service


SPI Pay Tribute to the Victims, their Families
and Survivors of Causeway Collapse


The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen, a2006_09_15Memorial.jpg (174005 bytes)long with over 75 community members, gathered together today to pay tribute in remembering and honoring the victims, their families and survivors of the collapse of the Queen Isabella Causeway, September 15, 2001.

U.S. Air Force Gateway Brass


U.S. Air Force Gateway Brass in Concert at Louie's Backyard

El Paseo Arts Foundation will sponsor a concert Saturday, Sept. 16 featuring the Gateway Brass from
The United States Air Force Band of the West. 

 

Padre Island Health Specialists


New Hours for Medical Care Facility

Beginning Tuesday, September 5, 2006 the Padre Island Health Specialists, located at 3401 Padre Blvd., will have new hours of operation.
 

SPI Film Festival


SPI Film Festival Kicks Off Sept. 22-24

The South Padre Island Film Festival will showcase 26 films Sept. 22-24 at the SPI Convention Centre.  Categories include Comedy, Drama, Horror, Documentary and Animation.
 

Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup


Beach Cleanup set for Sept. 23

The 20th Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup will take place Saturday, September 23rd at SPI Andy Bowie Cameron County Park. The all-volunteer event is coordinated through the Adopt-A-Beach Program of the Texas General Land Office.
 

Texas Parks and Wildlife


TX Parks and Wildlife Department to hold Public Meeting

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is considering a change in management strategies to address declines in the spotted sea trout fishery of the Lower Laguna Madre.
 

Pandemic Flu Preparedness


YOU'RE INVITED!!!

The Town of South Padre Island will be hosting a Web cast Friday, Sept. 29, 2006 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Club Padre, 5800 Padre Blvd. 

The Public Health Grand Rounds, a program of North Carolina Institute for Public Health, will feature "Pandemic Flu Preparedness: What Every Community Should Know."

This program will examine the case of California's Santa Clara County, where the community is preparing for a pandemic that will change their public health system and affect every aspect of their daily life.

The public is invited to attend.
 

Open Tax-Roll Enrollment


Open Tax-Roll Enrollment Period Begins

The Town of South Padre Island is holding an open enrollment period through Sept. 29 for property owners who provide short-term rentals to register on the tax rolls.
 

Go Take a Walk -  For the Cause That Is


Fourth Annual Walk for Women

walkforwomen1.JPG (48017 bytes)Walk for Women, Inc., a local organization dedicated to breast cancer awareness and to support those in our community who are fighting the disease, will hold its Fourth Annual Walk for Women Oct. 1 on South Padre Island.walkforwomen2.JPG (56299 bytes)

The walk is part of a three-day event that begins Sept. 29 with a Walk for Women Banquet and Silent and Live Auction from 7-11 p.m. at Louie’s Backyard.
 

Water to be Shut Off...


An update from the Laguna Madre Water District…the Water District will be shutting off the water lines between West Lantana street and West Hibiscus street
today Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. The LMWD is working on the intersection of Oleander street and Laguna boulevard. For more information, call (956) 943-2626.
 

 

Bay Cleanup and Restoration


Bay Cleanup and Restoration set for Oct. 7

More than 500 volunteers are expected at the Coastal Baywatch Foundation Lower Laguna Madre Coastal Clean-up and Restoration Oct. 7 at Sea Ranch Marina.
 

SPI Marathon and Relay

SPI ½ Marathon Relay, Triathlon Oct. 7-8

 Spend Columbus Day weekend on the Island, but be sure to bring your best athletic shoes.
 

Music and Art on South Padre Island


"Shamrocks and Apple Pie" to Benefit Students Trip to Ireland

Fine arts lovers are invited to a Sunday afternoon of music and art on South Padre Island at the Shamrocks and Apple Pie Musical Variety Show and Gala Arts Event.
 

"ROAR By the Shore"


SPI Bike Fest set for Oct. 12-15

11th annual! Bikers from all around the United States will make a ‘Roar by the Shore.’ Registration Rally Package is $45, includes arm band, pin souvenir dog tags and concert ticket.
For more information, call (956) 668-7484 or visit www.spibikefest.comm

 

Fire Prevention Week


SPI Fire Department to Hold Fire Prevention Week

2006_10_04SPIFD.jpg (408775 bytes)Firefighters work hard to help people understand home fire dangers. This year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-14 is “Prevent Cooking Fires - Watch What You Heat.”

 

Cameron County Courthouse


Public Invitation to Rededication Ceremony

The public is invited to attend the rededication ceremony of the Dancy Building Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006 at 7 p.m. in Brownsville.

 

Sand Castle Days


Sand Castle Days set for Oct. 19-22

image005.jpg (5284 bytes)19th Annual! Fantastic sand sculpture, music, vendors, games. International competition for Masters of Sand. Amateur competitions for all ages. FREE sandcastle lessons Oct. 14-21 for ‘Masters of The Future.’ South Padre Island Sheraton Beach Hotel..  See the Event Schedule

 

Commissioner Benavides Passes Away 


Cameron County Precinct 1 Commissioner Pedro "Pete" Benavides, 55 passed away Friday at 1:20 p.m.  Commissioner Benavides was serving his third term as County Commissioner and served as Brownsville City Commissioner from 1989 to 1996.

 Services for Benavides have been made for Monday, October 23, 2006 with public visitation beginning at 2 p.m. and a Rosary at 7:30 p.m.  Mass of Resurrection will begin at 10a.m. with burial services to follow at Buena Vista Park, Tuesday, October 24, 2006

The viewing, rosary and Mass will be held at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 2800 Rockwell Dr., Brownsville, Texas 78521.
 

 Diabetes Symposium


Public Invited to Diabetes Symposium

The Philippine Nurses’ Association of Metropolitan Houston and MedWise Diabetes Educational Center invite the public to a Diabetes Symposium Saturday, Oct. 28 at the South Padre Island Convention Centre.
 

Early Voting Polling Locations


Residents of South Padre Island may cast their ballots during early voting for the November 7th., 2006 General Election at the following places -

Cameron County Tax Office - 501 Hwy. 100, Port Isabel
Monday, Oct. 23 through Saturday, Oct. 28 - 9a.m. to 7p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 29 - 8:30a.m. to 2p.m.
Monday, Oct. 30 through Friday, Nov. 3 - 9a.m. to 7p.m.

Port Isabel High School - Hwy. 100, Port Isabel
Monday, Oct. 30 - 8a.m. to 5p.m.
 

National Weather Service


Town of SPI Receives Recognition from National Weather Service

Representatives from the National Weather Service announce the Town of South Padre Island is a Storm Ready community.
 

Open Committee Seats


Members Sought for CVA Board, Special Events Committee

The Town of South Padre Island Board of Aldermen is seeking applicants for an open seat for a citizen-at-large and an open seat for a full-service hotel on the Convention and Visitors Authority Board of Directors.
 

Election Day - Tuesday, November 7...


Cameron County Precinct 52 voters may cast their ballots in the 2006 National Election at City Hall, 4501 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, Texas.  The polling place will be open from 7:00am till 7:00pm.
 

A Hunt for History


Public Invited to SPI Historical Preservation Meeting Nov. 8

If you’re interested in South Padre Island’s history, if you appreciate its uniqueness, and if you’d like to help preserve and share that history and unique sense of place with others, then you’re invited to be part of a fact-finding commission to research and identify possible options for historical preservation on the Island.
 

Public Transportation


The WAVE

The Town’s public transportation system, The WAVE, will be out of service Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24, 2006 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. For more information, contact Public Works at (956) 761-1025.
 

Thanksgiving Holiday

The Town of South Padre Island Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24, 2006 for the Thanksgiving Holidays.
 

SPI EDC Data Gathering and Analysis


SPI Goals and Strategies for Economic Development

The South Padre Island Economic Development Corporation received a presentation from TIP Strategies, Inc. on research that was gathered from data, interviews, and focus group meetings.
 

SPI Visitor Tracking Survey


Epiphany...The Insight Behind Inspiration

The Town of South Padre Island Convention & Visitors Authority Board received a presentation from the Atkins Group on research gaining insight of what kind of visitors travel to the Island.
 

Hurricane Evacuations and Special Health Care Needs


Evacuations and Special Health Care Needs:
 
Dial 2-1-1 to register for a ride

If you live in a hurricane EVACUATION ZONE, and you have special health care or transportation needs, you need to make extra efforts to get ready for hurricane season. Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and continues through November 30.

It is critical that you begin now to make your evacuation plans, prepare an emergency kit and learn evacuation routes. This should be done well in advance.

 

SPI  Holiday Parade 2006


"Here Comes Santa Claus Parade Weekend"

The SPI Here Comes Santa Claus Parade is open to participants. There is no cost to participate in the Dec. 1 parade that begins at 6:30 p.m. on Padre Boulevard. The parade route begins at Mars and ends at Amberjack.  Registration Form...   Holiday  Events....
 

Public Forum - Parking and Traffic Study


Join Lee Boerque Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2006 at 9 a.m. at Club Padre or at 7:30 p.m. at the Convention Centre for a Public Forum on the Parking and Traffic Study. For more information, call (956) 761-6456.
 

Ad Hoc Medical Care Committee Report


The Ad Hoc Medical Care Committee has submitted their final report and recommendations to the Board of Aldermen.  A copy of this report has been posted in the Town’s Web site  Document and Report Center
 

Christmas Carols Sung by Garriga Elementary


2006-12Garriga.jpg (559814 bytes)Garriga Elementary School Choir Director Norma Minkler lead the choir in Christmas Carols presented to City Hall Employees at City Hall. The South PadreGarriga and Mayor.jpg (360237 bytes) Island City Hall was the choir's 3rd stop of the morning. The choir did an outstanding job and was presented with a goody bag for their outstanding performance.
 

 

Water to be Shut Off.....


An update from the Laguna Madre Water District…
the Water District will be shutting off the water lines between from 904 Padre Blvd. thru the North end of South Padre Island on Monday, Dec. 11, 2006 from 11p.m. to 6 a.m. For more information, call (956) 943-2626.
 

 

 

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