Kendall County, Texas

Commissioners Court

The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and meeting notices. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court has issued a notice for special called meetings to conduct budget workshops for Fiscal Year 2027. The provided document is a notice of these upcoming workshops and does not list specific agenda items for a single meeting date.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshops

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will meet on July 29, 2026 at 2:00 pm in the courthouse and via Zoom. The agenda includes a public hearing where anyone may speak without registration, and a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. Electronic copies of the agenda and participation forms are available online.

• Public hearing – members of the public may speak with no registration required
• Public comment – speakers limited to three minutes each
• Virtual attendance – live Zoom link provided (https://us06web.zoom.us/my/commissioners.court)
• Electronic agenda – accessible at https://www.kendallcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter
• Accessibility accommodations – contact 830‑249‑9343 ext. 212 in advance

Commissioners Court

A special called meeting of the Kendall County Commissioners Court is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 9:00 am in the Commissioners Courtroom on the 3rd floor of the Kendall County Courthouse, 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne, Texas. The meeting will also be streamed live on Zoom (link and meeting ID provided). Public comment will be allowed, with speakers limited to three minutes and required to submit a participation form in advance.

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider a resolution to apply for up to $337,500 in state grant funds to cover the county's financial match for the Kendall County Drainage Master Plan Flood Mitigation Assistance Project. The court will also authorize a work order for Scheibe Consulting, LLC to assist with the grant application process.

• Resolution R-20260721-1 authorizing grant application for $337,500
• Work order for Scheibe Consulting, LLC to assist with grant application
• Kendall County Drainage Master Plan Flood Mitigation Assistance Project
• Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF)
• Public comment period for residents

Fire Chiefs' Meeting

The Kendall County Fire Chiefs are meeting to receive updates from county emergency services and the Texas Forest Service. The body will discuss 2026/2027 training opportunities and maintenance issues.

• 2026/2027 Training Opportunities
• Maintenance Issues/Problems
• Updates from Fire Marshal's Office and Emergency Management
• Reports from Texas Forest Service, TEEX, and TOEM

Commissioners Court

This is a special called meeting of the Kendall County Commissioners Court. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding meeting logistics, public participation, and accessibility; no specific decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Commissioners Court

The Court will hold a special called meeting at 1:00 pm on July 15, 2026 at the Kendall County Courthouse. The agenda includes procedural items such as virtual attendance via Zoom, public comment guidelines, and accessibility accommodations. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Zoom link and dial‑in information provided for virtual attendance
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker with required participation form
• Accessibility accommodations request phone number listed

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will vote on four Texas Water Development Board flood‑mitigation grant resolutions, each with specified federal funding and required county match contributions. Additional items include an order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to ninety days, a waiver of final plat fees, and a guardrail repair contract award of $76,535. The meeting also covers routine reports, accounts payable claims, and a parking‑garage feasibility study.

• Approve Resolution No. R-20260714-1 (Phase 1) – $562,152.12 federal funding, $187,384.04 county match
• Approve Resolution No. R-20260714-2 (Phase 2) – $626,250.00 federal funding, $208,750.00 county match
• Approve Resolution No. R-20260714-3 (Phase 3) – $589,632.12 federal funding, $196,544.04 county match
• Approve Resolution No. R-20260714-4 (Phase 4) – $900,000.00 federal funding, $100,000.00 county match
• Consider Order #O-20260714-1 prohibiting outdoor burning for up to ninety days in unincorporated areas

Commissioners Court

The agenda for this special called meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

Commissioners Court

This is a special called meeting of the Kendall County Commissioners Court. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, including meeting logistics, virtual attendance instructions, and public comment rules. No specific items for discussion or decision are provided.

Commissioners Court

This is a notice of special called meetings for the Kendall County Commissioners Court to conduct Fiscal Year 2027 budget workshops. The agenda contains only procedural information about meeting logistics, public participation, and virtual access; no specific budget items or decisions are listed for this session.

• Notice of special called meetings for FY 2027 budget workshops
• Meetings to be held in the Commissioners Courtroom, 3rd floor, Kendall County Courthouse, 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne

Commissioners Court

The agenda for this special called meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative notices. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider declaring a local disaster due to the threat of New World Screwworm, which would activate emergency management measures and authorize resource use. They will also hold a public hearing on purchasing a conservation easement at 123 Cravey Road using Proposition A funds. Additionally, they will consider a 90-day outdoor burning ban, continue paying full health insurance premiums for county employees, and approve contracts for inmate food services and project management for the annex remodel.

• Public hearing and decision on conservation easement at 123 Cravey Road, 10 acres, $1,000/acre using Proposition A funds (Items 17, 23)
• Order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to 90 days due to public safety hazard (Item 11)
• Consideration to continue paying full health insurance premiums for county employees for plan year Oct 2026–Sep 2027 (Item 14)
• Consideration to approve inmate food services contract with Summit Food Service, LLC (Item 19)
• Consideration to approve project management contract for 119 Old San Antonio Road remodel with Transwestern Property Company (Item 20)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss county operations, road classifications, and several policies required for the CDBG-MIT program. The body is also reviewing contracts for inmate food services and flood warning system infrastructure.

• Appropriation of up to $100,000 to hire a consulting firm to evaluate daily county operations
• Order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas for up to 90 days
• Order to classify First Class County Roads as Minor and Major Collectors
• Contract negotiations for Inmate Food Service (RFP 2026-07) and Flood Warning System Infrastructure (RFQ 2026-08)
• Amending plats for 115 S. Hill Top Road, properties east of Preston Trail, and 25 and 31 Truss Drive

The Commissioners Court approved several resolutions required for CDBG-MIT grant participation and authorized multiple county services. The court also issued proclamations for Elder Abuse Awareness Month and Women Veterans Recognition Day.

• Approved $410,503.65 in accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Proclaimed June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed June 12th as Women Veterans Recognition Day (5-0)
• Adopted Section 504 Policy Against Discrimination (5-0)
• Adopted Fair Housing Policy (5-0)
• Adopted Section 3 Policy (5-0)
• Established Kendall County Code of Conduct (5-0)
• Reaffirmed civil rights obligations for CDBG-MIT program (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider a 90-day outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas and discuss a water stewardship education initiative. Other actions include renewing a $88,000 fire mitigation agreement, approving a final plat for Bergheim Terra Amata, and authorizing a grant application for reimbursement of undocumented alien incarceration costs. The court will also hold a public hearing on new traffic signs and go into closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to 90 days (item 10)
• Discussion on water conservation education initiative with regional partners (item 9)
• Renewal of Hill Country Fire Coalition agreement at $88,000 (item 22)
• Final plat for Bergheim Terra Amata on SH 46 East (item 23)
• Authorization to apply for FY 2025 SCAAP grant (item 13)

The Commissioners Court approved $1,193,064.96 in accounts payable and several orders and agreements, each by a 5‑0 vote. It conditionally approved the final plat for Bergheim Terra Amata pending a financial guarantee, with a recorded vote of 4‑0. The Court also approved a speed limit sign on Vallerie Lane and took no action on a stop sign for Wyatt Trail.

• Approved $1,193,064.96 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Approved Order on Transportation of Juvenile Offenders (5-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with Kerr and Gillespie Counties (5-0)
• Approved application for FY 2025 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (5-0)
• Renewed Hill Country Fire Coalition agreement for $88,000 (5-0)
• Conditionally approved Bergheim Terra Amata final plat on SH‑46 East (4-0)
• Approved installation of speed limit sign on Vallerie Lane (5-0)
• No action taken on installation of stop sign on Wyatt Trail

Parks Advisory Board

The Parks Advisory Board will meet to approve a land evaluation form and discuss conceptual plans for the Guadalupe River Ranch. The agenda includes updates on Proposition A and the Gill Tract, as well as a review of traffic counts.

• Approval of land evaluation form for future use
• Discussion on Guadalupe River Ranch conceptual development plan
• Discussion on future funding for Guadalupe River Ranch
• Kendall County Partnership for Parks update
• Update on Gill Tract

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider a 90-day ban on outdoor burning in unincorporated areas due to hazardous conditions. They will also vote on a setback reduction for a proposed subdivision at 16 Spanish Pass, renew a public health emergency preparedness grant, and authorize conservation easement escrow payments. The court will discuss pending lawsuits and the IT director's employment in closed session.

• Order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to 90 days in unincorporated areas (Item 10)
• Request for relief from standard side setbacks (reduce to 10 feet) for a subdivision at 16 Spanish Pass (Item 17)
• Renewal of Department of State Health Services Grant Contract HHS001441400003 for emergency preparedness (Item 12)
• Second Amendment to the Adler Road Interlocal Agreement with the City of Boerne (Item 15)
• Closed session to discuss litigation in Kendall County v. Waring Land Investments and Southerland Kendall Co. v. Schulle et al. (Items 21, 23)

The Kendall County Commissioners’ Court approved a series of actions, including limiting video and security camera access to law‑enforcement personnel. It also approved $288,812.93 in accounts payable claims, two May proclamations, renewal of a state health‑grant agreement, the consent agenda items, and a second amendment to the Adler Road Interlocal Agreement. Additionally, the Court approved a setback reduction for a subdivision at 16 Spanish Pass.

• Approved $288,812.93 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2026 as Community Action Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 10–16, 2026 as National Prevention Week (5-0)
• Renewed Department of State Health Services Grant Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items a‑d (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Adler Road Interlocal Agreement (5-0)
• Approved setback reduction for 16 Spanish Pass subdivision (3-2)
• Limited video/security access to law‑enforcement only (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider forming a committee to evaluate the county's participation in the Hill Country Regional Public Defender’s Office agreement. The body will also discuss facility space needs for the Kendall County Justice System and potential updates to VFD district boundaries.

• Formation of a committee to evaluate participation in the Hill Country Regional Public Defender’s Office Interlocal Agreement
• Updating VFD district boundaries as advised by the Fire Marshal
• Proposed policy requiring a court member's involvement and a court vote for all new Kendall County EMS hires
• Evaluation of current facilities and options for Kendall County Justice System space needs
• Proclamation P-20260505-1 designating May 7, 2026, as National Day of Prayer

The court voted 4‑0 to approve the final purchase price of $11,411,595 for the Guadalupe River Ranch and adopted a resolution authorizing Commissioner Chapman to sign related documents. It also proclaimed May 7, 2026 as the National Day of Prayer (5‑0) and created a committee to review the county’s participation in the Hill Country Regional Public Defender’s Office (4‑1). No action was taken on proposed policies for VFD district boundaries, EMS hiring interviews, or other items.

• Approved final purchase price of Guadalupe River Ranch $11,411,595 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-20260505-1 authorizing Commissioner Chapman to execute documents (4-0)
• Proclaimed May 7, 2026 as National Day of Prayer (5-0)
• Approved committee to review Hill Country Regional Public Defender participation (4-1)
• No action taken on VFD district boundaries update (no vote)
• No action taken on policy for EMS new‑hire interview approval (no vote)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider approving a $200,000 grant for catalytic converter theft prevention and a $700,000 grant for cybercrime enforcement. The Court will also renew several service agreements with local organizations and approve a 3% increase for the county's solid waste disposal contract.

• Authorize $200,000 grant for catalytic converter theft prevention
• Authorize $700,000 grant for cybercrime enforcement
• Approve 3% increase for solid waste disposal contract
• Renew agreements with Hill Country Family Services ($5,000)
• Renew agreements with Rainbow Senior Center ($6,000)

The Commissioners’ Court approved $1,030,642.22 in accounts payable claims, a $200,000 catalytic‑converter grant application, and a $700,000 cybercrime enforcement grant. It also adopted a resolution asking TxDOT to improve safety on State Highway 46 West and re‑appointed the County Fire Marshal. The court adopted the revised step‑pay plan and authorized the Comfort Chamber of Commerce to sell beer and close roads for the July 4 Independence Celebration.

• Approved $1,030,642.22 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 catalytic‑converter grant application with $40,000 match (4-1)
• Approved $700,000 cybercrime enforcement grant (5-0)
• Approved resolution requesting TxDOT roadway safety improvements on SH 46 West (5-0)
• Re‑appointed Brady Constantine as County Fire Marshal (5-0)
• Approved revised Kendall County Step Pay Plan effective May 1, 2026 (5-0)
• Authorized Comfort Chamber of Commerce to sell beer on July 4, 2026 (5-0)
• Authorized Comfort Chamber of Commerce to close county roads for July 4 celebration (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court has scheduled a special called meeting for April 24, 2026. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific action items or discussion topics.

The Commissioners' Court met on April 24, 2026, confirmed a quorum, and opened a closed executive session to discuss a farm and ranch contract for the Guadalupe River Ranch property acquisition. No motions were made on the contract, and the meeting adjourned without any other business.

Fire Chiefs' Meeting

The Kendall County Fire Chiefs' Quarterly Meeting will be held at the KC EMS Station 1 on April 20, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on training opportunities, maintenance issues, and presentations from the Fire Marshal's Office and the Texas Forest Service.

• Approval of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation by LCRA representative Amy Lipke
• Presentation by HCFC representative Christi Wiley
• Presentation by Brady Constantine on 'After the Fire'
• Discussion of 2026 Training Opportunities

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss various grant applications, public health operations, and public safety measures. The meeting includes public hearings on subdivision replats and the purchase of conservation easements using Proposition A funds.

• Resolution to accept a $1,472,800.00 CDBG-MIT grant for generators, the Mill Dam Road culvert, and High St. bridge restoration
• Proposed order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas for up to 90 days
• Public hearings for replats at 31 North Creek Loop Rd. and 119 Idlewilde Blvd. in Comfort
• Public hearing on purchasing conservation easements for properties at 225 FM 3351 South and 7243 West State Highway 46
• Authorization to hire part-time firefighters for Comfort Fire Department using approximately $118,000.00 in unused funds

The Commissioners’ Court approved $1,249,542.67 in accounts payable claims and a $1,472,800 CDBG‑MIT grant for multiple county projects, both unanimously (5‑0). It also approved two conservation easements—88 acres at 225 FM 3351 South and 48 acres at 7243 West State Highway 46—authorizing up to $7,500 plus $1,000 per acre for each, with 5‑0 votes. Additionally, the Court adopted several proclamations and approved smaller grants of $4,000 and $4,704, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved $1,249,542.67 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Approved $1,472,800 CDBG‑MIT grant for county projects (5-0)
• Approved 88‑acre conservation easement at 225 FM 3351 South, up to $7,500 + $1,000/acre (5-0)
• Approved 48‑acre conservation easement at 7243 West State Highway 46, up to $7,500 + $1,000/acre (5-0)
• Approved $4,000 Subaru Loves Pets grant (5-0)
• Approved $4,704 Southern Texas ICAC Task Force grant (5-0)
• Proclaimed April as Fair Housing Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 19‑25 as Library Week (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a special called meeting on April 10, 2026. The agenda includes procedures for public hearings, public comment, virtual attendance via Zoom, and accessibility accommodations. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a special called meeting on March 31, 2026 at 1:00 pm in the courthouse. The agenda consists of public comment, public hearing participation, and procedural matters. No specific policy items or contracts are listed for discussion.

• Public comment segment (speakers limited to three minutes)

The court appointed Captain Shelly Jennings as the primary interim Operations Manager for the EMS, with Captains Don Davis and Dave Harmon designated as secondary and tertiary backups. The court also authorized the Judge or Interim Administrator to sign the Department of Health notification about the change. No action was taken on the Health Inspection Department hiring process.

• Approved appointment of Captain Shelly Jennings as primary interim EMS Operations Manager (4-0)
• Designated Captain Don Davis as second‑in‑command for EMS operations
• Designated Captain Dave Harmon as third‑in‑command for EMS operations
• Authorized Judge or Interim Administrator to sign Department of Health notification
• No action taken on Health Inspection Department hiring and operational changes

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss public safety orders, including a potential 90-day outdoor burning ban and a temporary closure of 5th Street in Comfort. The body will also review budget adjustments, a $720,969.22 financial guarantee for road improvements, and the creation of a private family cemetery.

• Order to prohibit outdoor burning for up to 90 days in unincorporated areas
• Temporary closure of 5th Street in Comfort on April 3, 2026, for a Fire Department Fish Fry
• Financial guarantee of $720,969.22 for Ammann Road widening and turn lane improvements
• Authorization for a private family cemetery at 10102 Johns Road
• Renewal of Kendall County Partnership for Parks agreement for $1,000.00

The Commissioners’ Court approved $1,786,706.94 in accounts payable claims. It also approved orders creating a private family cemetery at 10102 Johns Road, a temporary closure of 5th Street in Comfort for an event, and a proclamation that April 2026 is Child Abuse Awareness Month. Additional actions included directing a weather‑services RFI, authorizing a senior transportation survey, granting a beer‑wine permit for a church dinner, renewing the park partnership agreement, and accepting the consent agenda. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0 or 4‑0 as recorded).

• Approved $1,786,706.94 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Approved Order for private family cemetery at 10102 Johns Road (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 2026 Child Abuse Awareness Month (5-0)
• Authorized temporary closure of 5th Street in Comfort on April 3, 2026 (5-0)
• Directed Purchasing Agent to issue RFI for weather decision‑support services (5-0)
• Authorized posting of AACOG Senior Transportation Survey (5-0)
• Granted permission for beer and wine at St. John’s Lutheran Church Wild Game Dinner (4-0)
• Accepted the consent agenda as presented (4-0)

Parks Advisory Board

The Kendall County Parks Advisory Board met on March 17, 2026 at the Ring Mountain Event Center. The board approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting and heard public comments limited to three minutes each. It considered a land evaluation form for future use and discussed a conceptual development plan for the Guadalupe River Ranch. Staff presented reports on traffic counts and facility rentals.

• Approval of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Consideration of a land evaluation form for future park projects
• Discussion of a conceptual development plan for Guadalupe River Ranch
• Staff report on traffic counts
• Staff report on facility rentals

The Parks Advisory Board adopted the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. The board then voted 5‑0 to adjourn the session at 6:58 PM. An agenda item to approve a land‑evaluation form was tabled and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Adopted Jan 20 2026 minutes (5 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0 vote)
• Tabled land‑evaluation form approval (postponed to next meeting)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider a resolution that authorizes the County Sheriff to submit an application for the FY26 Southern Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force grant. The Court will also discuss procedures for staff to request permission to apply for grants. No budget adjustment is required for the grant application.

• Resolution No. R-20260311-1 authorizing Sheriff Al Auxier to sign the ICAC grant application
• Consideration of a FY26 Southern Texas ICAC Task Force grant to purchase equipment and cover conference registration
• Discussion of staff procedures for obtaining Commissioners Court permission to apply for grants

The Commissioners’ Court voted to authorize county staff to submit a grant application for the FY26 Southern Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force through the Attorney General’s Office, to fund equipment and conference registration for the sheriff’s office. The motion was made by County Judge Shane Stolarczyk, seconded by Commissioner Jennifer McCall, and passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. No other matters were decided.

• Authorized grant application for FY26 ICAC Task Force equipment and conference registration (4-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to consider the Proposition A Committee's recommendation to purchase conservation easements on three parcels totaling about 120 acres. The Court will also consider a $58,485.54 grant from the Texas Division of Emergency Management and an order to prohibit outdoor burning for up to ninety days in unincorporated areas. Additional items include establishing a pay grade for the Rural Fire Department captain and renewing several service agreements with local nonprofits.

• Public hearing on purchasing conservation easements for 123 Cravey Rd (24 acres), 106 River Bend Rd (53.22 acres), and 25 Spring Creek Rd (43 acres)
• Approval of Resolution R-20260310-1 for a $58,485.54 TDEM grant for the DR-4879 Emergency Protective Measure project
• Order O-20260218-1 to prohibit outdoor burning for up to ninety days in unincorporated county areas
• Establishing the pay grade for the Captain position in the Rural Fire Department
• Renewal of agreements with Blanco ISD ($6,000), Boys & Girls Club of Comfort ($2,000), and Comfort Golden Age Center ($5,000) for FY26

The Commissioners' Court unanimously approved accounts payable claims totaling $839,928.61. It also approved a $58,485.54 emergency management grant, a $20,000 contract for temporary health inspection services, and established a new pay grade for the Rural Fire Department Captain. Additional unanimous actions included several proclamations and routine consent‑agenda items.

• Approved $839,928.61 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Approved $58,485.54 TDEM emergency grant (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 contract for temporary health inspection services (5-0)
• Established pay grade 15 for Rural Fire Department Captain (5-0)
• Appointed Pam Miller as Kendall County Landowner Representative (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for American Red Cross Month, National Meals on Wheels Month, and Procurement Month (5-0 each)
• Approved consent‑agenda items a‑i covering minutes, budget adjustments, donations, and other routine matters (5-0)
• Renewed agreement with Blanco ISD for $6,000 law‑enforcement services (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a special called meeting on February 27, 2026 at 9:00 am. The agenda states that subjects will be discussed and the court may take action, but no specific items are listed. The meeting includes public comment and public hearing opportunities for residents.

The Court voted to authorize the Sanitarian hiring committee to make an offer for the Sanitarian Administrator position, using the county salary scale. The motion was made by Commissioner Richard Chapman, seconded by County Judge Shane Stolarczyk, and passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Authorized Sanitarian hiring committee to make offer for Sanitarian Administrator (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to decide whether to accept the Proposition A Committee’s recommendation to purchase conservation easements on three properties—Sisterdale Sanctuary (32.7 acres), Cibolo Bluffs (27 acres), and a 1,556‑acre parcel owned by Rebecca Canary—using Proposition A funds. The Court will also consider several resolutions and orders, including a $2,000 grant for sky‑quality meters, a renovation of the Kendall Appraisal District building at 118 Market Avenue with costs up to $30,000, and an order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to ninety days in unincorporated areas. Additional items include a contract amendment for Artcom Communications, a fence purchase not to exceed $3,500, and routine consent‑agenda approvals.

• Public hearing on conservation easements for Sisterdale Sanctuary, Cibolo Bluffs, and Rebecca Canary parcel (Proposition A funds)
• Resolution R-20260224-1 approving $2,000 Hill County Alliance Night Sky Preservation Fund grant
• Resolution R-20260224-2 approving up to $30,000 renovation/addition to Kendall Appraisal District building at 118 Market Avenue
• Order O-20260224-1 prohibiting outdoor burning for up to ninety days in unincorporated areas
• Contract amendment with Artcom Communications increasing amount to $79,440.69 for conduit under Blanco Road

The Kendall County Commissioners’ Court approved $8,537,439.96 in accounts payable claims and a $2,000 Night Sky Preservation grant. It also authorized a 5‑year‑plus building addition for the Appraisal District with up to $30,000 per year, and adopted budget adjustments and multiple contract amendments. Additional actions included appointing representatives for the Herff Road project, reclassifying a health‑department position, and approving a fence purchase and pest‑control contract.

• Approved $8,537,439.96 accounts payable claims (5‑0)
• Approved Night Sky Preservation Fund grant of $2,000 (5‑0)
• Approved Kendall Appraisal District building addition, funding up to $30,000/yr for 20 years (4‑1)
• Approved purchase and installation of fence at 119 Old San Antonio Road, up to $3,500 (5‑0)
• Appointed Commissioner Wisian and Judge Stolarczyk as representatives for Herff Road & State Highway 46 improvements (4‑1)
• Reclassified Health Department Sanitarian Administrator to category 15 (4‑1)
• Approved amendment to ArtCom Communications contract, increasing amount to $79,440.69 (5‑0)
• Approved Boerne Pest Control annual contract (Bid 2026‑05) (5‑0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will hold a special called meeting on February 18, 2026, at 4:15 pm in the Commissioners Courtroom at 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne. The meeting will be available both in person and virtually via Zoom. The agenda lists subjects for discussion and potential action, though specific items are not detailed in the provided text.

• Special Called Meeting Notice
• Meeting held at 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne
• Virtual attendance via Zoom available
• Public comment period available
• Electronic agenda documents available online

The court approved Order#O-20260218-1 that prohibits outdoor burning for up to ninety days. The motion was made by County Judge Shane Stolarczyk, seconded by Commissioner Andra Wisian, and passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. No other business was taken before adjournment.

• Approved Order#O-20260218-1 prohibiting outdoor burning up to 90 days (3-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider and possibly act on several financial and operational items, including releasing bonds totaling $1,814,724 for Corley Farms road and drainage projects, approving a contract up to $100,000 for behavioral health services for first responders, and authorizing the creation of a Code Compliance Officer position. The court will also review routine agenda items such as accounts payable claims, cash summaries, budget adjustments, and adopt various interlocal agreements and policy updates.

• Release $1,066,129.94 bond for Corley Farms Unit 1 road and drainage improvements
• Release $748,594.07 bond for Corley Farms Unit 2 Vallerie Lane improvements
• Approve contract up to $100,000 with Hill Country Family Services for behavioral health services for first responders
• Authorize creation of a Code Compliance Officer position with associated budget amendment
• Extend interlocal agreement with Blanco County ESD No. 2, maintaining $10,000 annual payments

The Commissioners' Court approved $949,821.62 in accounts payable claims and proclaimed February 2026 as "LOVE Kendall County Kids Month." It adopted a new payment schedule for volunteer fire departments and approved a $100,000 grant contract with Hill Country Family Services for first‑responder mental health. The Court also released maintenance bonds totaling $1,814,724.01 for Corley Farms Unit 1 and Unit 2 road and drainage improvements, accepted 2025 racial‑profiling reports, and extended the interlocal agreement with Blanco County ESD.

• Approved accounts payable claims of $949,821.62 (5-0)
• Proclaimed February 2026 as "LOVE Kendall County Kids Month" (5-0)
• Adopted Order No. O20260210-1 revising fire department payment schedule (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment and HCFS contract up to $100,000 for first‑responder services (5-0)
• Approved release of maintenance bond for Corley Farms Unit 1 ($1,066,129.94) (5-0)
• Approved release of maintenance bond for Corley Farms Unit 2 ($748,594.07) (5-0)
• Accepted 2025 Racial Profiling Report for Sheriff’s Department (5-0)
• Extended Interlocal Agreement with Blanco County ESD through FY26 ($10,000 annual) (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider several financial actions, including a $1,797,727.85 Irrevocable Letter of Credit for the Cordillera Ranch Unit 220 subdivision. The court will also vote on grant applications, contracts for public safety services, and a small grant to support local economic development. Additional items include routine approvals on minutes, fee reports, and a consent agenda.

• Approve Irrevocable Letter of Credit of $1,797,727.85 for Cordillera Ranch Unit 220 subdivision (street improvements)
• Approve $80,000 contract with FasPsych, LLC for 24‑hour on‑call mental health services at the Kendall County Detention Center
• Approve $12,000 purchase of a K9 and 3‑week training course for the Sheriff's Department
• Approve $5,260 agreement with Christian Journey Courses for voluntary juvenile diversion programming (up to 20 participants)
• Approve up to $3,000 funding for BKCEDC to hire a consultant for the Downtown Comfort Assessment Plan

The Commissioners Court approved $652,216.70 in accounts payable claims and removed the county burn ban. It authorized multiple grant applications, including Violence Against Women, Victims of Crime, and Justice Assistance grants, and approved a $3,000 consultant contract for small‑business planning. The court also adopted a new fire‑department funding policy and approved the consent agenda items.

• Approved $652,216.70 accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Removed the county burn ban (5-0)
• Approved grant application for Violence Against Women Act (5-0)
• Approved grant application for Victims of Crime Act (5-0)
• Approved grant application for Justice Assistance Grant (5-0)
• Approved $3,000 consultant funding for Comfort small‑business assessment (4-1)
• Approved FY2026 fire department quarterly funding policy (5-0)
• Approved all Consent Agenda items (no vote recorded)

Fire Chiefs' Meeting

The Kendall County Fire Chiefs' Meeting will convene in-person to review meeting minutes, discuss training opportunities, and address maintenance issues. The agenda includes updates from the Fire Marshal's Office, Texas Forest Service, and various emergency management departments.

• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2026 Training Opportunities
• Maintenance Issues/Problems
• Fire Marshal's Office / Emergency Management
• Texas Forest Service

Parks Advisory Board

The Parks Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on park partnerships, and consider electing a chair and vice chair. The board will also discuss the pending purchase of the Guadalupe River Ranch.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on Guadalupe River Ranch purchase
• Kendall County Partnership for Parks update
• Proposition A update
• Facility Rental Report

The Parks Advisory Board adopted the November 18, 2025 minutes. The board voted 6‑0 to elect Dale Bransford as Chair and 6‑0 to elect Jon Tipton as Vice Chair. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Dale Bransford as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Jon Tip0n as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Commissioners Court

The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider a series of grant resolutions, including a $1,000,000 award from the Texas Water Development Board for outdoor warning sirens and flood‑related products. It will also act on an order prohibiting outdoor burning, several bridge‑repair grant approvals, budget and personnel items, and routine consent‑agenda approvals. Public comment and reports from officials are scheduled, but no action will be taken on those reports.

• Order #O-20250113-1: Prohibit outdoor burning in unincorporated areas for up to ninety days
• Resolution R-20260113-8: Accept $1,000,000 grant from the Texas Water Development Board for outdoor warning sirens and flood products
• Resolution R-20260113-1: Accept $3,123.79 TDEM grant for Marquardt Road Bridge (DR‑4879 project PW198)
• Consent agenda: Approve Kofile Technologies contract for Standard Indexing and Archival Imaging Services of Criminal Case Files – $69,495.20
• Job title change: Rename Administrative Assistant III in the Engineer's Office to Engineer Clerk

The Commissioners’ Court approved a $1,000,000 grant from the Texas Water Development Board to purchase and install outdoor warning sirens and flood‑related equipment. It also adopted an order banning outdoor burning in unincorporated areas for up to ninety days, and approved multiple smaller grant awards and budget items, all with unanimous 4‑0 votes.

• Approved $1,000,000 grant for outdoor warning sirens and flood products (4‑0)
• Approved order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to ninety days (4‑0)
• Approved $492,508.96 accounts payable claims (4‑0)
• Approved $124,800 cybersecurity grant with $31,200 county match (4‑0)
• Approved $55,896.48 grant for Joshua Springs Park dock and James Kiehl Park stairs (4‑0)
• Approved $3,123.79 grant for Marquardt Road Bridge (4‑0)
• Approved cash summary at Frost Bank for November 2025 (4‑0)
• Approved job title change to Engineer Clerk in Engineer’s Office (4‑0)