Helotes City Council Member Sabrina McGowan

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Helotes City Council Member Sabrina McGowan Helotes City Council Member and Helotes EDC Board Member. Page is not associated with or endorsed by the City of Helotes.

Proudly representing her hometown and working to ensure Helotes is a great place to live, work, and visit.

The Helotes Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 7 p.m. in t...
10/26/2026

The Helotes Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Helotes EDC Office, 12682 Old FM 1560, Suite 105. The public is welcome to attend in person or watch live or the recorded meeting at https://www.youtube.com/.

Here are the highlights:

📢 Citizens to be Heard – an opportunity for residents, business owners, business representatives, property owners, and representatives of property owners of Helotes and its Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) to address the Directors. Guests wishing to speak must sign up prior to the start of the meeting.

📄 Items for Individual Consideration:

- Discussion, direction, and possible action regarding Key Actions from October 1 Joint Meeting on Strategic Alignment with the City Council.

- Discussion, direction, and possible action regarding Helotes EDC Grant Programs for Retention and Expansion of Existing Businesses including: Façade & Tenant Improvement Grant Program, Business Improvement Grant Program, and Signage Grant Program.

- Discussion, direction, and possible action regarding Civic Serve.

- Discussion, direction, and possible action regarding advertising campaign with Helotes Neighbors Magazine.

- Discussion, direction, and possible action regarding proposal from 360 Zone Photography.

⚠️ Closed Session Items:

- Information and consultation regarding the request of a financial or other incentive to business prospect(s). (Bandera Ranch / Bandera Heights) (Project “Blue Moon”) (Project “Hugo”) (Project “Bravo”).

- Information and consultation regarding the lease or value of real property (Helotes Business Center Subleases).

📃 Staff Report:

- Helotes Fitness Park and Disc Golf Course Improvements.
- Plaque Installation in Old Town Helotes.
- Old Town Business Listening Session (October 17, 2026)
- IEDC Annual Conference (October 25-27)
- Small Business Saturday Campaign (November 28) & Holiday Shopping

🔗 Full Agenda and Supporting Materials:

https://helotesedc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/10.2026-Agenda-EDC-Special-Called-Meeting-and-Packet.pdf

The second regular City of Helotes City Council meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026 is canceled due to City Hall being...
10/22/2026

The second regular City of Helotes City Council meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026 is canceled due to City Hall being an early voting site for the November 3 general election.

The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

The October 21, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Helotes Economic Development Corporation of Directors is canceled due to Hel...
10/21/2026

The October 21, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Helotes Economic Development Corporation of Directors is canceled due to Helotes City Hall being an early voting site for the November 3 general election.

The HEDC Board of Directors will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at the Helotes EDC Business and Visitors Center at 12682 Old FM 1560, Suite 105, in Helotes.

📰 New "Town Talk" Column: How Helotes Property Taxes Work 📰 Have you ever wondered where your property tax dollars go o...
10/12/2026

📰 New "Town Talk" Column: How Helotes Property Taxes Work 📰

Have you ever wondered where your property tax dollars go or how much of your tax bill goes to the City of Helotes?

In this month’s “Town Talk” column in Helotes Highlights Newspaper, I break down how property taxes work, how the different taxing entities share your tax bill, and how the City uses property tax revenue to support the services our community relies on every day.

My goal is to help make local government a little easier to understand and keep residents informed about how our tax dollars are used.

I hope you’ll take a moment to read the column on page 4 of the October issue of Helotes Highlights Newspaper.

https://highlightspub.com/HH_10_26/HH_10_26.html

The City of Helotes City Hall at 12951 Bandera Road will serve as an early voting and election day location for the Nove...
10/12/2026

The City of Helotes City Hall at 12951 Bandera Road will serve as an early voting and election day location for the November 3 Midterm Election

🗳️ Week 1 🗳️

Monday, October 19: 8 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday, October 20: 8 AM – 6 PM
Wednesday, October 21: 8 AM – 6 PM
Thursday, October 22: 8 AM – 6 PM
Friday, October 23: 8 AM – 6 PM
Saturday, October 24: 7 AM – 7 PM

🗳️ Week 2 🗳️

Sunday, October 25 12 PM – 6 PM
Monday, October 26 7 AM – 7 PM
Tuesday, October 27 7 AM – 7 PM
Wednesday, October 28 7 AM – 7 PM
Thursday, October 29 7 AM – 7 PM
Friday, October 20 7 AM – 7 PM

🗳️ Election Day 🗳️

Tuesday, November 3: 7 AM – 7 PM.

🔗 Voter Resources 🔗

https://helotes-tx.gov/news/november-3-2026-mid-term-election

https://elections.bexar.gov

If you’re looking for a delicious Sunday lunch, Patrick and I found a great spot in Old Town! 😋We enjoyed a fantastic me...
10/11/2026

If you’re looking for a delicious Sunday lunch, Patrick and I found a great spot in Old Town! 😋

We enjoyed a fantastic meal at Reese Bros Barbecue, located inside John T. Floore Country Store. Everything was delicious, and there were so many great sides to choose from!

I had the brisket, poblano mac ’n’ cheese, cilantro lime coleslaw, and a slice of their delicious bread pudding for dessert. Patrick went all in with brisket, ribs, queso fundido sausage, potato salad, and cilantro lime coleslaw. And yes, he brought home what he couldn’t finish!

Here’s when you can stop by:
• Sunday BBQ: Full menu from 11 AM–3 PM (or until sold out).
• Sunday Dine & Dance: Limited food menu from 3–8 PM, with free dance lessons starting at 3:30 PM!

It’s a great place to gather with family and friends after Sunday service, enjoy some fantastic BBQ, and soak up a little country music and dance tradition.

If you haven’t been yet, put Reese Bros BBQ on your list for next Sunday!

🚲 A Helotes tradition that puts safety first!This morning, I joined members of the City of Helotes Police Department and...
10/08/2026

🚲 A Helotes tradition that puts safety first!

This morning, I joined members of the City of Helotes Police Department and Gregg Michel, Helotes City Council Member at Helotes Elementary School for the annual "Bike Rodeo"—a fun tradition that teaches our youngest riders the importance of bicycle safety while building confidence and skills.

Students in kindergarten through fifth grade put their riding skills to the test through three challenges: straight-line riding, circle steering and navigating obstacles. Our police officers also inspected each bicycle using a safety checklist and provided lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement as the students worked their way through each challenge.

It was great to see our Helotes police officers out in the community, interacting with students, parents and teachers. These positive connections help build trust between our young people and the officers who serve them.

The Bike Rodeo is especially meaningful to me because I remember participating in it myself when I attended Helotes Elementary School! It was wonderful to see a tradition I remember as a student continuing to make memories for a new generation of Helotians.

A big thank-you to the Helotes Police Department for overseeing this great event and to Helotes Elementary School for continuing this wonderful tradition. I also appreciate the warm welcome from Principal Kasey Krick and Helotes PTA President Maykin Hart.

It was a great morning celebrating our kids, bicycle safety and the traditions that make Helotes such a special community! Go Bulldogs! 💙 🚲

Helotes Elementary PTA

The City of Helotes City Council will meet on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at 12951 Bandera R...
10/05/2026

The City of Helotes City Council will meet on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at 12951 Bandera Road. The public is welcome to attend in person or watch the meeting live at https://www.youtube.com/.

PUBLIC HEARING

- Public Hearing to receive public comments on proposed changes from Staff to amend Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 94 Vegetation, Article I Commercial and Residential Subdivision Tree Preservation and Article II Commercial and Residential Subdivision Landscape Requirements by revising various portions to keep local regulations up to date and adding state legislation revisions from Texas House Bill 517.

- Public Hearing to receive public comments on proposed changes from Staff to amend Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 Zoning, Article XIV (14) Administration and Enforcement, Section 98-463 Certificate of Occupancy by creating regulations for issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) to streamline business transitions when commercial use remains the same.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

- Proclamation recognizing Save Childhood Day on October 28, 2026, an annual observance that advocates giving children time for outdoor exploration and imaginative play.

OPEN SESSION

- Citizens to be Heard, an opportunity for residents, business owners, business representatives, property owners, and representatives of property owners of Helotes and its Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) to address the Council. Guests wishing to speak must sign up prior to the start of the meeting.

- Discussion of and action on the Second and Final Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council amending Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 94 Vegetation, Article I Commercial and Residential Subdivision Tree Preservation and Article II Commercial and Residential Subdivision Landscape Requirements by revising various portions to keep local regulations up to date and
adding state legislation revisions from Texas House Bill 517.

- Discussion of and direction on the First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council amending Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 Zoning, Article XIV (14) Administration and Enforcement, Section 98-463 Certificate of Occupancy by creating regulations for issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) to streamline business transitions when commercial use remains the same.

- Discussion of and action on a Resolution of the City Council executing an Interlocal Cooperation Contract (ICC) between the City, acting through its Municipal Court, and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Driver License Division, for participation in the new web-based site, Texas Conviction Reporting.

- Discussion of and action on a request by David Morales, owner, for a variance to Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 Signs, Section 66-49 Commercial Signs: Single-Business Use (Monument-Type), allowing an exemption on the height of the monument sign for Oak Valley Golf Club located at 18632 Bandera Road.

FULL AGENDA AND SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
https://helotes-tx.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/10-08-2026-CC-Agenda-WEB.pdf

The next meeting of the City of Helotes Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7 p.m...
10/04/2026

The next meeting of the City of Helotes Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7 p.m. at Helotes City Hall, 12951 Bandera Road. The public is invited to either attend in person or watch the meeting live at https://www.youtube.com/.

📢 PUBLIC HEARING 📢

- Potential ordinance change for Ch. 98 Zoning, Section 98-463 Certificate of Occupancy.

- Proposed changes from Staff to amend Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 94 Vegetation, Article I Commercial and Residential Subdivision Tree Preservation and Article II Commercial and Residential Subdivision Landscape Requirements by revising various portions to keep local regulations up to date and adding state legislation revisions from Texas House Bill 517.

📃 OPEN SESSION 📃

- Citizens to Be Heard, an opportunity for residents, business owners, business representatives, property owners, and representatives of property owners of Helotes and its Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) to address the Commissioners. Guests wishing to speak must sign up prior to the start of the meeting.

- Overview from City Staff on proposed changes to amend Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 94 Vegetation, Article I Commercial and Residential Subdivision Tree Preservation and Article II Commercial and Residential Subdivision Landscape Requirements by revising various portions to keep local regulations up to date and adding state legislation revisions from Texas House Bill 517.

- Overview from City staff on proposed amendments regarding Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 Zoning, Article XIV Administration and Enforcement, Section 98-463 Certificate of Occupancy by creating regulations for issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) in limited situations.

- Discussion and recommended action on a request by Owner Fouad of Arz Lebanese Kitchen and contractor Signs LLC for approval of a sign pursuant to Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 for Lebanese Kitchen Helotes, located at 12411 Bandera Road.

- Discussion and recommended action on a request by Owner Jennifer Cannon of Cannon Real Estate Group for approval of a sign pursuant to Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 Zoning for Cannon Real Estate Group, located at 14743 Old Bandera Road, Building 11.

- Discussion and recommendation on a request by David Morales of Oak Valley Golf Club for approval of sign pursuant to Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 Signs to include a variance request for Oak Valley Golf Club, located at 18632 Bandera Road.

- Discussion and recommendation on a request by Twin Bros Hospitality and Joiner Signs for approval of sign pursuant to Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 Signs, Single-business use (monument-type), located at 18632 Bandera Road,

🔗 Full Agenda and Supporting Materials 🔗

https://helotes-tx.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Planning-and-Zoning-Agenda-oct-0626.pdf

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