Boerne public meetings in 2020
16 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals on 2020-12-16 5:30 PM
The Boerne Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to hold public hearings and consider two variance requests. One request seeks to allow a detached accessory structure in a side yard, and the other seeks to allow a single-family home in a FEMA floodplain. The board will also approve minutes from its November 18, 2020 meeting.
- Variance No. 20-09: request from Benedict & Beth Adam to allow a detached accessory structure in the side yard not 5 feet behind the rear building line, at 111 James St.
- Variance No. 20-10: request from Tim McCloskey for Rosewood Enterprises, LLC to build a single-family home in the FEMA floodplain, at 320 Rosewood
- Public hearings for both variances
- Approval of minutes from November 18, 2020 meeting
City Council on 2020-12-08 6:00 PM
The Boerne City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings for two rezoning requests, and will vote on resolutions for police equipment purchases, an electrical feeder upgrade contract, and setting annexation public hearings. The agenda also includes discussions on Blanco Road improvements and Unified Development Code zoning map changes.
- Rezoning 0.494 acres at 115 Stahl Street from R-3 to R-4 multi-family
- Rezoning 5.01 acres at 30 Cascade Caverns Road from R-A to O office district
- Contract with Greenstone Electric Services for feeder upgrades, not to exceed $548,766.22
- Taser purchase from Axon Enterprise, not to exceed $131,031.90 (5-year)
- Body camera and in-car systems from WatchGuard, not to exceed $400,000, with Frost Bank lease financing up to $378,520
Planning and Zoning Commission on 2020-12-07 6:00 PM
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several rezoning and plat requests, including a proposed rezoning of 7.33 acres at 134 Garden Street from R-1 to R-2, and permanent zoning of 8.5345 acres at 103 Old San Antonio Road from R-A to R-4. They will also consider final and preliminary plats for subdivisions, and discuss new zoning maps and development regulations under the UDC.
- Rezoning 7.33 acres at 134 Garden Street from R-1 to R-2 (Greenway Cottage Builders)
- Permanent zoning of 8.5345 acres at 103 Old San Antonio Road from R-A to R-4
- Final plat for Southglen Phase 11B: 8.29 acres, 35 residential lots
- Preliminary plat for Freystadt at 614 Frey Street: 1.546 acres, 2 nonresidential lots
- Preliminary plat for Regent Park Unit 8: 16.95 acres, 44 residential lots
City Council on 2020-11-24 6:00 PM
The Boerne City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Unified Development Code (UDC), which would replace existing zoning, subdivision, sign, and development ordinances. The council will also vote on a fee ordinance, resolutions related to water allocations, and a sewer easement purchase for the Bu-cee's site. The meeting includes an executive session on real property and personnel matters.
- Adoption of Unified Development Code (Ordinance 2020-29) with fines up to $1,000 per violation
- Fee ordinance (2020-28) establishing city fees and charges
- Resolution to retain Cow Creek Groundwater allocation for 2021
- Resolution to increase GBRA water commitment for 2021
- Purchase of sewer easement for Bu-cee's site (0.1875 acres)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals on 2020-11-18 5:30 PM
The Boerne Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings and consider two variance requests. One seeks a reduced side setback for a detached accessory structure, and the other asks for a taller fence at the Cibolo Nature Center. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle routine procedural items.
- Variance No. 20-07: 3-ft side setback instead of required 10-ft for detached accessory at 157 Lake Front Dr.
- Variance No. 20-08: 6-ft fence instead of required 4-ft at Cibolo Nature Center & Farm, 33 Herff Rd.
- Public hearings for both variances
- Approve minutes of October 21, 2020 meeting
City Council on 2020-11-17 6:00 PM - Special Called Meeting - Canvass Election Results
The Boerne City Council is meeting in a special called session to canvass the returns from the November 3, 2020 general election and special charter amendment election. They will consider resolutions to declare the District 3 Council Member duly elected and to declare the results of the charter amendment election. The meeting is held telephonically due to the public health emergency.
- Canvass election returns from the voting ballot board and early voting ballot board
- Consider Resolution No. 2020-R96 declaring District 3 Council Member elected
- Consider Resolution No. 2020-R97 declaring results of special charter amendment election
Planning and Zoning Commission on 2020-11-16 6:00 PM - Special Called Meeting
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider recommending adoption of a Unified Development Code to the City Council, which would repeal and replace all ordinances related to land development, zoning, and signage. The agenda includes a presentation, public hearing, and a recommendation vote on the code. Other items are routine approval of meeting minutes and public comments.
- Public hearing and recommendation on Unified Development Code (UDC) to replace land development, zoning, and signage ordinances
- Consideration of minutes from October 22, 2020 special meeting
- Consideration of minutes from November 2, 2020 regular meeting
City Council on 2020-11-10 6:00 PM
The Boerne City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the proposed adoption of a Unified Development Code that would replace existing land development, zoning, and signage ordinances. The council will also hold a public hearing on this code, consider amendments to the fiscal year 2020 budget, and review the fourth quarter financial reports. Other actions include approving resolutions for iPad leases, relocating portable buildings, and setting public hearings for two rezoning requests.
- Public hearing and proposed adoption of Unified Development Code replacing land development, zoning, and signage ordinances
- Ordinance No. 2020-27 amending the FY 2020 budget
- Resolution No. 2020-R94 authorizing iPad lease amendment with Apple/Wells Fargo up to $34,000
- Resolution No. 2020-R95 authorizing Gonzales House Moving to relocate four portable buildings at 402 East Blanco Road up to $43,000
- Rezoning requests: 115 Stahl Street (R-3 to R-4) and 30 Cascade Caverns Road (R-A to O)
Historic Landmark Commission on 2020-11-03 5:30 PM
The Boerne Historic Landmark Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the demolition of a structure at 614 Frey Street and make a recommendation. The commission will also review several Certificate of Appropriateness requests for signs and paint colors at properties on South Main Street and East San Antonio Avenue. The agenda includes routine approval of the October 6, 2020 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on demolition of structure at 614 Frey Street (KAD 18975), requested by Dakota Durden/GRIT Co
- Certificate of Appropriateness for a wall sign at 102 S. Main Street (Burrion Hemp)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for a projecting sign at 102 S. Main Street (Burrion Hemp)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for an awning sign at 102 S. Main Street (Burrion Hemp)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for paint colors at 112 E. San Antonio Avenue (Kevin Calzano)
Planning and Zoning Commission on 2020-11-02 6:00 PM
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, consider several subdivision plats, and discuss adoption of a new Unified Development Code. The commission will also hear a presentation on Shoreline Park.
- Rezone 8.53 acres at 103 Old San Antonio Road from R-A to R-4 multifamily
- Rezone 0.494 acres at 115 Stahl Street from R-3 to R-4 multifamily
- Rezone 5.01 acres at 30 Cascade Caverns Road from R-A to B-1
- Final plats for Shoreline Park Phase 2 (37 lots) and Bent Tree Unit 2 (29 lots)
- Adoption of Unified Development Code replacing land development, zoning, and signage ordinances
City Council on 2020-10-27 4:30 PM
The Boerne City Council will hold a workshop on the Unified Development Code update, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes consent agenda items such as zoning changes for two properties on Interstate 10, several purchase and maintenance agreements, and a resolution adopting a 5-year economic development strategy. The council will also call for a public hearing on the Unified Development Code for November 10, 2020.
- Zoning change for 0.829 acres at 33565 Interstate Highway 10 from R-A to B-2 (Ordinance 2020-25)
- Zoning change for 0.374 acres at 33875A Interstate Highway 10 from R-A to B-2 (Ordinance 2020-26)
- Purchase of fiberglass weir components for Esser Road Wastewater Treatment Plant, not to exceed $16,570.40 (Resolution 2020-R85)
- Purchase of two axle shafts for Esser Road Wastewater Treatment Plant, not to exceed $19,516.00 (Resolution 2020-R86)
- Adoption of 5-year Economic Development Strategy Plan for 2020-2025 (Resolution 2020-R91)
Planning and Zoning Commission on 2020-10-22 4:00 PM - Special Called Meeting
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting with a workshop and a regular session. The main item is considering the preliminary plat for Shoreline Park Phase 6, a 26.685-acre residential subdivision with 64 lots. The commission will also take public comments and may enter executive session.
- Shoreline Park Phase 6 preliminary plat: 26.685 acres, 64 residential lots, 6 open space lots, 4.74 acres right-of-way
- Untabling of Shoreline Park Phase 6 preliminary plat for consideration
- Public comments on any issue (no discussion or action at that time)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals on 2020-10-21 5:30 PM
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings and consider four variance requests from homeowners in the Regent Park subdivision. Two requests from Chris & Sarah Swank at 137 Stablewood Ct. seek reduced side and rear setbacks, and two from Charles & Kelly Edwards at 101 Tiltwood Ct. seek reduced rear and side building setbacks. The board will also approve minutes from the July 15, 2020 meeting.
- Variance 20-03: 4-ft side setback instead of required 25-ft at 137 Stablewood Ct.
- Variance 20-04: 2-ft 6-in rear setback instead of required 5-ft at 137 Stablewood Ct.
- Variance 20-05: 6-ft rear building setback instead of required 20-ft at 101 Tiltwood Ct.
- Variance 20-06: 1-1/2-ft side setback instead of required 5-ft at 101 Tiltwood Ct.
- Approve minutes of July 15, 2020 meeting
City Council on 2020-10-13 4:00 PM
The Boerne City Council will hold a workshop on the Unified Development Code update, then a regular meeting with public hearings and first readings on two permanent rezonings along Interstate 10. The consent agenda includes several resolutions authorizing purchases and agreements, including cyber security insurance, community development software, a wastewater pump, and SCADA programming. The council will also discuss Blanco Road improvements and receive updates on Dickens on Main and COVID-19 response.
- Public hearing and first reading on rezoning 0.829 acres at 33565 IH-10 from R-A to B-2 (Chad and Kerri Properties LP)
- Public hearing and first reading on rezoning 0.374 acres at 33875A IH-10 from R-A to B-2 (Denis and Jill Goulet)
- Resolution 2020-R77: cyber security insurance with TMLIRP, not to exceed $28,500
- Resolution 2020-R80: agreement with Dude Solutions for community development software, not to exceed $39,290
- Resolution 2020-R82: agreement with Signature Automation for Esperanza water SCADA programming, not to exceed $28,889
Planning and Zoning Commission on 2020-10-05 6:00 PM
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on Unified Development Code updates, then a regular meeting to consider a rezoning request and two preliminary plats. The commission will also discuss legal matters related to Shoreline Park in executive session.
- Rezoning 8.5345 acres at 103 Old San Antonio Road from R-A to R-4 multifamily
- Preliminary plat for Shoreline Park Phase 6: 26.685 acres, 64 residential lots, 6 open space lots, 4.74 acres right-of-way
- Preliminary plat for Buc-ee's #41: 29.22 acres, 2 nonresidential lots, 1 open space lot, 1.991 acres right-of-way
- Workshop to discuss Unified Development Code updates
- Executive session on legal matters for Shoreline Park Phase 3 & 4 preliminary plat
City Council on 2020-09-22 6:00 PM
The Boerne City Council will consider on second reading an ordinance annexing property at 103 Old San Antonio Road into the city. The council will also vote on resolutions to adopt a new electronic voting system for all city elections and to authorize funding agreements with several local organizations including Boerne Performing Arts, Rainbow Senior Center, Boerne Housing Authority, Hill Country Family Services, and Friends of the Cibolo Wilderness. The agenda includes a proclamation for Dark Skies Month, a presentation from the Cibolo Nature Center, and a mayoral appointment to the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2020-24 annexing 103 Old San Antonio Road
- Resolution 2020-R71 to adopt EVS 6.0.4.0 voting system
- Funding agreements with Boerne Performing Arts, Rainbow Senior Center, Boerne Housing Authority, Hill Country Family Services, and Friends of the Cibolo Wilderness
- Dark Skies Month proclamation and Cibolo Nature Center update
- Mayoral appointment to Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board