The Eagle Pass City Council will consider a resolution at a special meeting Wednesday, Nov. 4, asking that the city be considered as a site for the Department of War's proposed next-generation military installation, according to the posted agenda. The resolution would also ask federal and state officials to support the city's bid. The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 S. Monroe St., and will be livestreamed on the city's Facebook page. The council's regular meeting set for Nov. 3 was canceled, according to a city notice.
The Department of War is running a national competition for what it calls the Next Great American Base, according to its fact sheet. The department lists eligible locations in the continental United States, a recommended footprint of 100,000 to 250,000 contiguous acres, and an estimated population of 15,000 to 25,000 active-duty members. Nominations are due Dec. 1, 2026, and selection is anticipated in June 2027. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the country has not built a new base in 40 years, according to the fact sheet. The agenda does not say what land the city would offer.
In closed session, the council will discuss potential litigation against Davis Powell Architecture over alleged deficient design work on the Mallen gym project, according to the agenda. Any action would be taken in open session. The council will also consider a change order with a net deduction of $27,433.10 and a final payment of $220,417.34.