City officials in South Padre Island recently made decisions on various matters. A budget amendment was approved to add lighting to a local park. This change will enable the park to stay open later, giving people more time to use it.

The city council also showed support for a particular tree to be recognized statewide. This tree is significant to the natural environment of the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Further information on these developments can be found through the Port Isabel Press, which reported on the council's meeting and the measures that were approved.