Kerrville public meetings in 2024

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Zoning Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024 was canceled due to lack of quorum. No agenda items were acted upon. The agenda had included a variance request for 429 Peterson Dr. in the Valley View Subdivision to reduce the minimum setback. No decisions were made on any items.

• Variance request (Case No. PZ-2024-30) for 429 Peterson Dr., Valley View Subdivision, to decrease residential setback

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss the Water Street Festival scheduled for October 25, 2025, the First Friday Wine Share, and future renovations and marketing for the downtown parking garage. Other items include a downtown walking tour sign project and a Main Street newsletter. The board will also approve minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting.

• Future renovations and promotion of downtown parking garage, including third floor marketing
• Water Street Festival in Downtown Kerrville on 10/25/25
• 1st Friday Wine Share discussion
• Downtown Walking Tour Sign project
• Main Street Newsletter project and directory

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Economic Improvement Corporation will review staff training expenses and discuss rescheduling January and February meetings due to holidays. The agenda includes updates on local development projects and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 minutes
• Consideration of up to $1,200 for Assistant City Manager training
• Discussion to reschedule January and February meetings
• KEDC and EIC project status updates
• Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan update

The Kerrville Economic Improvement Corporation approved spending up to $1,200 for Assistant City Manager Michael Hornes to attend a retail conference. The board also discussed rescheduling January and February 2025 meetings due to holidays, with the president recommending canceling January and moving February to February 18. All other items were informational or routine approvals.

• Approved $1,200 for Assistant City Manager Hornes to attend retail conference (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Discussed rescheduling January and February 2025 meetings; no formal action taken

City Council

The City Council and Main Street Advisory Board members may attend a gift wrapping and hot chocolate event at the downtown parking garage. No city business will be discussed, no actions will be taken, and no votes will be made during this time.

• Event at 201 Clay Street on December 14, 2024

General

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board will meet to review the FY2024 Year End Financial Report. The board will also hear a presentation and discussion from the Downtown Advisory Committee.

• FY2024 Year End Financial Report
• Downtown Advisory Committee presentation and discussion
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Kerrville Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 board met on December 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from its September 18, 2024 meeting. The board also received a year-end financial report and a presentation from the Downtown Advisory Committee, but took no other substantive action.

• Approved September 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

This agenda is a procedural notice that City Council and Main Street Advisory Board members may attend the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board meeting on December 11, 2024. No deliberations, votes, or decisions will occur; the meeting is solely for attendance.

• Possible attendance at Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board meeting on December 11, 2024 at 3:00 PM at City Hall

City Council

The City Council will receive updates and discuss proposed tree preservation regulations, amendments to the utility code including a water management plan for drought conditions, water resources communications services, and an on-demand public transportation service by Alamo Regional Transit. No formal votes are scheduled; any action would occur after a possible executive session.

• Update on proposed Tree Preservation regulations
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 110 Utility Code including Water Management Plan (drought regulations)
• Discussion of Water Resources Strategic Communications Services contract
• Discussion of Alamo Regional Transit on-demand public transportation service
• Possible executive session and subsequent action on items discussed

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed proposed Tree Preservation regulations, with consensus to bring an ordinance to the January 2025 meeting, and received updates on the Utility Code/Water Management Plan, water communications services, and Alamo Regional Transit on-demand service.

• Consensus to bring Tree Preservation ordinance to January 2025 meeting
• No formal action taken on Utility Code amendments
• No formal action taken on Water Resources Strategic Communications Services
• No formal action taken on Alamo Regional Transit on-demand service

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed natural gas plant from the Kerrville Public Utility Board and consider an ordinance to establish mitigation rates for emergency fire services. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases and interlocal agreements for transportation and water resources.

• Ordinance No. 2024-30 to add a Cost Recovery Program and Mitigation Rates for fire services
• Purchase of 2026 Dump Truck for Water Reclamation not to exceed $150,000
• Purchase of 2026 Utility Service Truck for Water Distribution not to exceed $168,000
• Radio and dispatch equipment relocation with LCRA not to exceed $135,000
• Resolution No. 48-2024 ordering a General Election on May 3, 2025

The Kerrville City Council approved a second reading ordinance adding mitigation rates for fire department emergency services, a service agreement with Fire Recovery USA, and a resolution updating the fee schedule. The council also approved several other items including a micro-transit agreement with AACOG, an interlocal agreement with UGRA, a banking services agreement with Wells Fargo, and various appointments. All votes were unanimous (4-0) except one appointment where a councilmember abstained.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-30 adding fire mitigation rates (4-0)
• Authorized service agreement with Fire Recovery USA (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 49-2024 updating fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved micro-transit agreement with AACOG (4-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with UGRA (4-0)
• Approved banking services agreement with Wells Fargo (4-0)
• Approved ARPA fund reallocation (4-0)
• Reappointed/appointed board members (4-0, one 3-0 with abstention)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The December 5, 2024 regular meeting of the Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission was cancelled. Notice of cancellation was posted on December 4, 2024. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; scheduled public hearing on annexation of 263.28 acres with R-2 zoning did not occur

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will discuss the future of the downtown parking garage and projects regarding walking tour signs and a newsletter. Members may take action on the October 25, 2025, Art Festival and Cultural Arts Foundation applications.

• Possible action on Art Festival for October 25, 2025
• Discussion on Downtown Parking Garage renovations and promotion
• Review of Downtown Walking Tour Sign project
• Review of Main Street Newsletter project and directory
• Cultural Arts Foundation application designation

The Main Street Advisory Board approved a motion to create a festival committee for the October 25, 2025 art festival, now named Water Street Festival. The board tabled the Downtown Walking Tour Sign project and the Main Street Newsletter for future meetings. Minutes from the prior meeting were approved 6-0.

• Approved motion to create festival committee for October 25, 2025 art festival (6-0)
• Tabled Downtown Walking Tour Sign project until next meeting
• Tabled Main Street Newsletter discussion
• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Economic Improvement Corporation will receive updates on capital projects including Downtown Streetscape, golf course improvements, pool renovations, and the Travis Street Pump Station. The board will also discuss the Lennar housing project and a GO Team review, and consider rescheduling January and February 2025 meetings.

• Lennar Project update (discussion item 5.A)
• GO Team review possible action (6.A)
• Downtown Area Streetscape, Scott Schreiner Golf Course, Olympic Pool, Cailloux Theater, Travis Street Pump Station status updates (4.B)
• Discussion of City Council economic development priorities (5.B)
• Possible executive session on economic development negotiations (7)

The Economic Improvement Corporation approved the revised guidelines and purpose for the GO Team. The board also discussed City Council priorities, including a potential new Economic Development Manager position, and requested more information before taking further action.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved GO Team revised guidelines and purpose (7-0)
• Tabled discussion on rescheduling January and February 2025 meetings

City Council

The Kerrville City Council may attend a Kerr County Sheriff Department luncheon, but no city business will be discussed, deliberated, or voted upon. This is a purely social event with no official action taken.

City Council

The Kerrville City Council meeting will include a presentation on the City of Kerrville's Long Range Water Plan by S. Barron, Executive Director of Public Works and Engineering. Council members may also hear public comments related to agenda items. No formal actions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Information and discussion: Long Range Water Plan presentation by S. Barron
• Public comments from citizens on agenda items
• Potential executive session if items meet Chapter 551 qualifications

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop on November 12, 2024, to discuss the City's Long Range Water Plan. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only, with staff presentations and Q&A. The meeting adjourned without any action items or executive session.

• No formal decisions made during the workshop

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including sidewalk improvements, ambulance purchases, and a resolution for airport runway expansion. The body will also hold first readings on tree preservation and fire service cost recovery ordinances.

• Sidewalk improvement project contract: $755,218
• Ambulance purchase contract: up to $355,325
• Airport runway expansion eminent domain resolution
• Tree preservation ordinance first reading
• Fire service cost recovery ordinance first reading

The Kerrville City Council approved an ordinance amending the Knapp Rd right-of-way vacation conditions and a fire department cost recovery fee ordinance on first reading. They also approved several contracts, including sidewalk and bridge projects, and authorized eminent domain proceedings for airport land. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-29 amending Knapp Rd vacation conditions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-30 establishing fire department cost recovery fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 45-2024 for CDBG grant administration contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 47-2024 authorizing eminent domain for 54.9 acres at airport (5-0)
• Approved FY2025 airport board budget amendment (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Green Flush Technologies for golf course bathroom (5-0)
• Reappointed Shonna Ebert and Elena Reyes, appointed Jeremy Repinski to Food Service Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4B-4I including sidewalk and bridge contracts (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider final action on an ordinance to rezone approximately 2.35 acres at the northeast corner of Goat Creek Road and Coronado Drive from R-2 Medium Density Residential to R-3 Multifamily Residential. The commission will also discuss the future land use plan as part of the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the board will consider approval of the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 2.35 acres at Goat Creek Road and Coronado Drive from R-2 to R-3 Multifamily (Case No. PZ-2024-27)
• Discussion and feedback on the future land use plan for Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 3, 2024 regular meeting

Senior Services Advisory Committee

The Senior Services Advisory Committee will appoint a chair and vice chair for the upcoming term. Members will discuss the city's 2025 AARP grant application and receive an update to the senior resource guide. The committee will continue planning the Senior Dance scheduled for December and assign members to subcommittees for FY2025.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion regarding 2025 AARP grant application
• Update of Resource Guide
• Planning of the Senior Dance in December
• Assignment to subcommittees for FY2025

General

City Council will hold a workshop meeting including potential executive sessions. Discussions may cover KPUB wholesale market activities and the annual evaluation of the City Manager.

• Executive session on KPUB wholesale market activities and power supply projects
• Executive session for City Manager annual evaluation

City Council held a workshop meeting that included an executive session to discuss KPUB wholesale market activities and the City Manager's annual evaluation. Following the session, Council approved a motion regarding the City Manager's personnel action.

• Approved motion to authorize Mayor to execute a personnel action form for the City Manager (5-0)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council will consider several routine consent agenda items, including ordinances to annex and rezone land, a purchase of police vehicles up to $300,000, and a $2,937,875 construction contract for the Cailloux Theater roof and HVAC replacement. They will also discuss a public improvement agreement to widen a portion of Cailloux Blvd and receive a finance report for September 2024. An executive session may address a pending lawsuit involving Post Hole Ventures, LLC.

• Ordinance No. 2024-25: annex 13.08‑acre tract near Cypress Creek Road and Loop 534 into city limits
• Ordinance No. 2024-26: rezone 7.83‑acre tract at Loop 534 and Cypress Creek Road from Agriculture to Multifamily (R‑3)
• Ordinance No. 2024-27: change zoning of 101 Airport Commerce Parkway from Planned Development to Light Commercial (C‑2)
• Purchase of three police vehicles and upfitting costs not to exceed $300,000
• Construction contract with Guido Construction for Cailloux Theater roof and HVAC replacement, amount $2,937,875

The Kerrville City Council approved a $2,937,875 construction contract with Guido Construction Company for the Cailloux Theater Roof and HVAC Replacement Project. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including annexation and zoning changes, and authorized a public improvement agreement for widening Cailloux Blvd. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $2,937,875 construction contract with Guido Construction for Cailloux Theater roof and HVAC replacement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4A-4E, 4G, 4H including annexation, zoning changes, and police vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-29 on first reading amending Knapp Rd right-of-way vacation conditions (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to finalize and execute public improvement agreement with Crenwelge LLC for Cailloux Blvd widening (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item 4F for Cailloux Theater project after being pulled for discussion (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will convene a workshop meeting to potentially discuss legal matters and an economic development incentive agreement. The session will include a public comment period and may adjourn into executive session to discuss specific legal cases and the Bluewood Hillside Heights incentive agreement.

• Executive session to discuss economic development incentive agreement with Bluewood Hillside Heights, LP
• Executive session to discuss lawsuit Liberty in Action Network v. City of Kerrville
• Executive session to discuss lawsuit Post Hole Ventures, LLC vs City of Kerrville
• Public comment period for agenda items
• City Attorney annual evaluation

The City Council held a workshop and convened into an executive session to discuss legal matters and personnel. Following the session, the Council voted to authorize the Mayor to execute a personnel action form regarding the City Attorney.

• Authorized Mayor to execute City Attorney personnel action form (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning changes and land annexations, including a property near Cypress Creek Road. The body is also considering a project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two and an economic incentive agreement with Bluewood Hillside Heights, LP.

• Contract with Viking Construction, LLC for 2024 Slurry Seal Project for $565,337.90
• Design-Build Agreement amendment with Marksman General Contractors, LLC for A.C. Schreiner House and Grounds not to exceed $5,250,000
• Annexation and zoning of 13.08 tract near Cypress Creek Road and Loop 534 to Multifamily Residential (R-3)
• Zoning change for 101 Airport Commerce Parkway from Planned Development District to Light Commercial (C-2)
• Project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two

The Kerrville City Council approved a $5.25 million design-build amendment for the A.C. Schreiner House redevelopment, a $565,337 slurry seal contract, and a 10-year tax rebate not to exceed $520,000 for Bluewood Hillside Heights. Three annexation and zoning ordinances passed on first reading, and Ryan Acosta was appointed to the Recovery Community Coalition. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $5,250,000 Marksman GMP proposal for A.C. Schreiner House redevelopment (4-0)
• Approved $565,337.90 slurry seal contract with Viking Construction (4-0)
• Approved 10-year tax rebate up to $520,000 for Bluewood Hillside Heights (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-25 annexing 13.08 acres as R-3 multifamily (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-26 rezoning 7.83 acres from AG to R-3 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-27 rezoning 101 Airport Commerce Parkway to C-2 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-28 TIRZ No. 2 project and financing plan (4-0)
• Appointed Ryan Acosta to Recovery Community Coalition (4-0)

City Council

The council workshop will hear presentations on the city’s priorities for the 89th Texas Legislative Session, a draft tree‑preservation ordinance, updates on the A.C. Schreiner House renovation and the new public‑safety facility, and a status report on numerous capital‑improvement projects. Staff will seek consensus on the tree‑preservation draft so a formal ordinance can be drafted. No formal actions are required on the other items.

• Draft Tree Preservation ordinance (Action Item C4.3) presented by Director of Zoning and Development
• Public Safety Facility contract with Byrne Construction for $39,565,359, design complete, construction underway
• A.C. Schreiner House/Heart of the Hills Heritage Center renovation contract with Marksmen for $401,000, design completion anticipated September 2024
• Knapp Force Main & Gravity Main installation contract with M&C Fonseca for $4,895,585, construction expected November 2024
• 2024 Street Maintenance contract with Bennett Paving for $1,125,015, construction anticipated October 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider the second reading of the Fiscal Year 2025 annual budget and the corresponding property tax rate. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the city's fee schedule.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2024-24 (FY2025 Annual Budget) and Ordinance No. 2024-23 (FY2025 Ad Valorem Tax Rate)
• Public hearing for Resolution No. 43-2024 to amend the City of Kerrville Fee Schedule
• Zoning change for 2029 Junction Highway from Planned Development to General Commercial (C-3)
• Project Management Services Agreement with True Club Solutions, LLC for Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course for $71,784.84
• Resolution No. 44-2024 to institute the City's Power of Eminent Domain for the Kerrville-Kerr County Airport

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board will review a proposed engineering scope and fee for a roundabout at Schreiner Street and Clay Street. The board will also receive an update on the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan and consider approving minutes from the August 14, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed engineering/design scope and fee for a roundabout at Schreiner Street and Clay Street
• Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

City Council is discussing a request for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 (TIRZ #1) funds to pay for engineering and design services for a roundabout at Schreiner Street and Clay Street. The proposed scope includes plan development, utility coordination, and construction phase services provided by 6S Engineering, Inc.

• Proposed funding request to TIRZ #1 for Schreiner Street and Clay Street roundabout design
• Engineering services proposal from 6S Engineering, Inc.
• Executive session to discuss Post Hole Ventures, LLC vs City of Kerrville, TX (Cause No. SA21CA0980XR)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and property tax rate, along with contracts for emergency services, license plate readers, and a golf course renovation.

• Resolution approving Kerr 9-1-1 Network FY25 budget
• Resolution supporting TxDOT license plate readers
• Contract for backup solution not to exceed $140,000
• Ordinance adopting FY25 annual budget
• Ordinance levying property tax for FY25

City Council

The council will discuss a proposed funding request to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 for engineering and design services for a roundabout at Schreiner Street and Clay Street. Additional topics include an update on the downtown river trail project, a draft Tree Preservation Ordinance, and a Community Arts Program update. The meeting may move to executive session to deliberate the Bluewood multifamily development.

• Funding request to TIRZ #1 for roundabout design at Schreiner & Clay streets
• Discussion of current downtown river trail project and next steps
• Presentation of draft Tree Preservation Ordinance
• Community Arts Program update
• Executive session on Bluewood Multifamily Development

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop on August 27, 2024, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on a proposed roundabout at Schreiner and Clay Streets, the downtown river trail project, tree preservation regulations, and the Community Arts Program. Council went into executive session to discuss the Bluewood Multifamily Development but took no action. All items are scheduled to return to a future council meeting.

• No formal decisions made during workshop
• Executive session held for Bluewood Multifamily Development (4-0 motion)
• No action taken in executive session

City Council

The City Council will consider second readings for two zoning ordinances and a street maintenance construction agreement. The body will also review the Kerr Central Appraisal District's Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

• Ordinance 2024-19: Planned Development District for Comanche Trace with Short-Term Rentals
• Ordinance 2024-20: Planned Development District amendment on Thompson Drive
• Construction Agreement: Bennett Paving for $1,125,015.00 (2024 Street Maintenance)
• Resolution 36-2024: Approval or disapproval of KCAD Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Tower Lease Agreement: Advantage Towers, LLC and City of Kerrville

The Kerrville City Council approved a consent agenda including a Planned Development District for Comanche Trace properties, a $1.125M street maintenance contract with Bennett Paving, and other items. It also approved a separate zoning amendment for Thompson Drive, the appraisal district's FY2025 budget, and mural agreements. A Knapp Road right-of-way amendment was tabled to September 10, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda items 4A, 4C-4H (4-0), including Comanche Trace Planned Development District and $1,125,015 street maintenance contract
• Approved Ordinance 2024-20 amending Thompson Drive Planned Development District land use table (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 36-2024 approving Kerr Central Appraisal District FY2025 budget (4-0)
• Tabled Knapp Road right-of-way amendment to September 10, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved mural agreements for 'Birds and Blossoms', 'River Reflections', 'Life Beneath the Surface' (4-0)
• Reappointed Jennifer Hyde and Wayne Uecker, appointed Crystal Smith to Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals (4-0)
• Reappointed Lanza Teague, appointed Debbi Lehr to Main Street Advisory Board (4-0)

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Economic Improvement Corporation will review a revised proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The body will also receive status updates on several capital improvement projects and a report from the Kerr Economic Development Corporation.

• Revised Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget for the EIC
• Project updates for Peterson Medical Center Campus infrastructure and Downtown Area Streetscape
• Project updates for Downtown River Trail extension and Scott Schreiner Golf Course improvements
• Project updates for Olympic Pool renovations and Cailloux Theater improvements
• Project update for Travis Street Pump Station upsizing

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1

The Kerrville Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 will meet to discuss and possibly act on the proposed FY2025 budget, a roundabout design at Schreiner Street and Clay Street, and new board procedures. The meeting will also include updates on the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• FY2025 budget for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1
• Engineering scope and fee for roundabout at Schreiner Street and Clay Street
• Creation of TIRZ #1 Go Team
• Revised TIRZ Board Procedures
• Approval of June 5, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will view a presentation on the city's new Teen Court program, which is for information only and requires no action. Public comments may be offered on agenda items. The council may enter executive session to discuss the city's groundwater use, its conjunctive‑use water utility, and related permits. No decisions or expenditures are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on the new Teen Court Program (no action required)
• Potential executive session on groundwater use and water‑utility permits
• Public comments limited to agenda items (four‑minute limit per speaker)
• Call to order by Mayor Joe Herring, Jr.

The City Council workshop included an informational presentation on the new Teen Court program and a request for a six-month follow-up report. The council then convened an executive session to consult with attorneys about groundwater use and the conjunctive use water utility, but took no action. The workshop adjourned without any formal decisions.

• Requested six-month follow-up report on Teen Court program
• Convened executive session under 551.071 (5-0)
• No action taken during executive session

City Council

The Kerrville City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on two zoning ordinances that propose changes to Planned Development Districts for residential and mixed-use projects. The meeting will also consider routine items such as contracts, fee waivers, and budget presentations, including a proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2025.

• Ordinance 2024-19: Creates a Planned Development District for Comanche Trace Phase 13 and 18, allowing medium-density residential and short-term rental units at 3001-3011 Club House Road and 4528 Comanche Trace Drive
• Ordinance 2024-20: Amends a Planned Development District for the Landing at 1000-1200 Thompson Drive, revising land use tables
• Resolution 34-2024: Waives parade and park fees for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1480 and Hill Country Veterans Center events in Louise Hays Park
• Construction Agreement with RAM Utilities, LLC for First Street Manhole Replacement Project ($248,524.10)
• Resolution 31-2024: Proposes 2025 property tax rate of $0.5595 per $100 of assessed value, with a public hearing scheduled

The Kerrville City Council approved a resolution setting the proposed ad valorem tax rate at $0.5595 per $100 of assessed value for 2024, with a 4-1 vote. The council also approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $248,524.10 manhole replacement project and zoning changes for short-term rentals. A motion to raise the tax rate to the maximum allowed failed for lack of a second.

• Approved Resolution No. 31-2024 setting proposed tax rate at $0.5595 per $100 (4-1)
• Approved $248,524.10 construction agreement with RAM Utilities for First Street Manhole Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-19 creating Planned Development District for short-term rentals on Club House Road and Comanche Trace Drive (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-20 amending Planned Development District land use table near Thompson Drive (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-22 revising Senior Services Advisory Committee meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 35-2024 waiving park fees for International Overdose Awareness Day (5-0)
• Approved Schreiner Park Renovations contract with T.F. Harper & Associates (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including Guadalupe Park Renovations contract and fire department lease (5-0)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget. Council reached consensus to maintain the property tax rate at $0.5595, set the proposed water base rate at $24.20 per account per month, and the proposed sewer base rate at $22.69 per account per month. No formal votes were taken; these were consensus decisions during the workshop.

• Maintained property tax rate at $0.5595 (consensus)
• Set proposed water base rate at $24.20 per account per month (consensus)
• Set proposed sewer base rate at $22.69 per account per month (consensus)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the city's use of groundwater, operations of its conjunctive use water utility, and related permits in executive session. Public comments are limited to agenda items. The meeting is primarily a discussion, with possible action on the executive session topics.

• Executive session on groundwater use and conjunctive use water utility operations
• Public comments limited to agenda items, 4-minute speaker limit
• Workshop follows Employee Benefits Trust meeting

The City Council convened for a workshop and entered a closed executive session to discuss groundwater use and water utility operations. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to convene Executive Session (5-0)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council approved a consent agenda including annexation of two tracts along State Highway 27, rezoning of properties at 575 and 601 Peterson Farm Road to Industrial and Manufacturing, and multiple funding agreements for parks and heritage center improvements totaling over $5 million. The council also approved the FY 2025 budgets for the Kerrville Economic Development Corporation, Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Joint Airport Board, and reappointed Frank Galvan to the Kerr 9-1-1 Emergency Board. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including annexation and zoning changes (5-0)
• Approved $2M funding agreement for Heart of the Hills Heritage Center improvements (5-0)
• Approved $800K funding agreement for various city parks improvements (5-0)
• Approved $2.2M funding agreement for Granger MacDonald Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $219,800 design services contract with Hewitt Engineering for Granger MacDonald Park (5-0)
• Approved $530,247 networking equipment purchase from CDW-G for Public Safety Facility (5-0)
• Approved KEDC FY 2025 budget (5-0)
• Approved KCVB FY 2025 budget including Community Arts Program (5-0)

City Council

The City of Kerrville Employee Benefit Trust approved the FY2025 employee benefit plans, rates, and funding as presented, including a 3.7% premium increase from Blue Cross Blue Shield. The motion passed unanimously 5-0, authorizing the City Manager to execute provider contracts.

• Approved FY2025 employee benefit plans, rates, and funding (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute contracts with benefit providers

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Kerrville Economic Improvement Corporation will hold public hearings and consider funding agreements for park improvements ($800,000), Granger MacDonald Park ($2,200,000), and the Heart of the Hills Heritage Center ($2,000,000). They will also review monthly project and financial reports, and proposed FY2025 budgets for KEDC and EIC. The meeting includes an executive session for economic development negotiations.

• Public hearing and possible action on $800,000 funding agreement for various park improvements
• Public hearing and possible action on $2,200,000 funding agreement for Granger MacDonald Park improvements
• Consideration of $2,000,000 funding agreement for Heart of the Hills Heritage Center
• Presentation of FY2025 proposed budgets for KEDC and EIC
• Monthly CIP status report including Peterson Medical Center, Downtown River Trail, Olympic Pool, and other projects

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget presentation. The discussion includes various funds such as water, capital projects, and hotel occupancy tax.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget presentation
• Water Fund, Asset Replacement, and Debt Service Funds
• Water Capital Projects and General Capital Projects
• Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund
• Library Memorial Fund and Grant Fund

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposals, focusing on water funds, capital projects, and other financial areas. No final budget decisions were made during this session. Instead, the council reached a general consensus to schedule additional workshops from August 5 through August 9, 2024, to review 'Scenario 1' proposals.

• Reviewed FY2025 budget presentations (no vote)
• Agreed to schedule additional budget workshops August 5-9, 2024

City Council

The City Council will receive updates on the Kerr Economic Development Corporation, the Heart of the Hills Heritage Center, and a Public Safety Facility. Additionally, the Finance Director will present a report regarding a condition assessment of city-owned buildings.

• Kerr Economic Development Corporation update
• Heart of the Hills Heritage Center update
• Public Safety Facility update
• City Facilities Condition Assessment Report

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop on July 9, 2024, with all council members present. The session consisted only of information and discussion items: updates on the Kerr Economic Development Corporation, the Heart of the Hills Heritage Center, the Public Safety Facility, and a City Facilities Condition Assessment report. No executive session was called, no action items were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding electioneering, solicitation regulations, and land annexations. The agenda also includes a proposed subscription for new meeting management software and support for the Bluewood multifamily development.

• Subscription with CivicPlus for CivicClerk in the amount of $65,928.55
• License agreement with Heart of the Hills Farmers Market for Dallas Daughtry Boardwalk Pavilion
• Ordinance No. 2024-15 regarding electioneering at polling locations
• Ordinance No. 2024-16 regarding peddler and solicitor regulations
• Ordinance No. 2024-17 for annexing approximately 9.12 acres near Peterson Farm Road

City Council approved a resolution supporting the Bluewood Multifamily Development with specific caps on fee waivers and tax abatements. The council also passed ordinances regarding electioneering, solicitation regulations, and land annexation.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-2024 supporting Bluewood Multifamily Development with a $480,000 permit waiver cap and $520,000 tax abatement cap (5-0)
• Approved $65,928.55 two-year CivicPlus subscription for CivicClerk (5-0)
• Authorized license agreement with Heart of the Hills Farmers Market for Dallas Daughtry Boardwalk Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-15 revising electioneering regulations at polling locations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-16 revising regulations for peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-17 on first reading to annex approximately 9.12 acres and establish Industrial and Manufacturing zoning (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-18 on first reading to rezone 575 and 601 Peterson Farm Road to Industrial and Manufacturing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-2024 designating Hill Country Community Journal as official newspaper (5-0)

Public Facility Corporation

The Public Facility Corporation is conducting its required annual meeting. The body will review the January 23, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss the meeting schedule for 2024 and 2025.

• Review of January 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2024 and 2025 meeting schedules

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop including potential executive sessions. These discussions involve legal matters regarding Liberty in Action Network v. City of Kerrville and competitive wholesale market activities for the Kerrville Public Utility Board.

• Litigation: Liberty in Action Network, Terri Hall, and Rachel Vickers v. City of Kerrville (Civil Action No. 5:24-CV-00403)
• Competitive matters regarding Kerrville Public Utility Board power supply projects

The Kerrville City Council convened a workshop that included a closed executive session to consult with an attorney regarding a lawsuit and to deliberate on utility board matters. However, the minutes state that no action was taken during the executive session and no items were discussed in the open workshop. The meeting adjourned without any public decisions or votes on substantive issues.

• Motion to convene Executive Session passed 5-0
• No action taken during Executive Session
• Item 2B (KPUB matters) not discussed
• No public comment received

City Council

The Kerrville City Council will consider resolutions to create a public utility board and release approximately 239 acres from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, which establishes future development boundaries for nearby properties. The council will also review first readings of ordinances regulating electioneering at polling places and door-to-door solicitations, with penalties up to $500. Staff will discuss a proposed stormwater drainage fee, vehicle accident cost recovery billing, and approve a software agreement for public works departments not to exceed $30,960.00.

• Resolution to create Kerrville Public Utility Board Public Facility Corporation
• Release of ~163.2 acres, ~45.3 acres, and ~30.5 acres from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-15 (polling place electioneering rules) and Ordinance 2024-16 (solicitation regulations)
• Approval of Brightly Software Inc. agreement for public works asset management up to $30,960.00
• Discussion of proposed stormwater drainage fee and vehicle accident cost recovery billing

At its June 25, 2024 regular meeting, the Kerrville City Council approved Resolution No. 28-2024 creating the Kerrville Public Utility Board Public Facility Corporation and appointing its directors, and approved three resolutions releasing land from the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction: about 163.2 acres and about 45.3 acres south of Lower Turtle Creek Rd., and about 30.5 acres adjacent to Cypress Creek Rd. The council also approved first readings of two ordinance amendments — one on electioneering at polling places and one on peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers — and authorized a three-year Brightly Software Inc. agreement for work orders and asset management, not to exceed $30,960.00. All recorded votes were 5-0. In information items, the council reached general consensus to direct staff to proceed on cost recovery billing for vehicle accidents and on a tier-rate stormwater drainage fee plan.

• Approved Resolution No. 28-2024 creating the Kerrville Public Utility Board Public Facility Corporation and appointing directors (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-2024 releasing about 163.2 acres south of Lower Turtle Creek Rd. from the extraterritorial jurisdiction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 27-2024 releasing about 45.3 acres south of Lower Turtle Creek Rd. from the extraterritorial jurisdiction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 29-2024 releasing about 30.5 acres adjacent to Cypress Creek Rd. from the extraterritorial jurisdiction (5-0)
• Approved a major waiver of Subdivision Code requirements for about 15.24 acres between Highway 27 and Peterson Farm Road (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2024-15 amending electioneering regulations at polling locations (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2024-16 amending peddler, solicitor, and canvasser regulations (5-0)
• Authorized a three-year Brightly Software Inc. agreement for work orders and asset management, not to exceed $30,960.00 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to present and discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for the General Fund. This item is scheduled for information and discussion purposes.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget (General Fund) presentation and discussion

The Kerrville City Council met in a workshop on June 18, 2024 to review the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget. City Manager Dalton Rice introduced the item, and staff including Julie Behrens, David Barrera, Michael Hornes, Fire Chief Eric Maloney, and Trina Rodriguez presented information and answered council questions. No votes or decisions were recorded; the minutes show the workshop adjourned at 11:38 a.m. with no public comments and no visitors present.

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on various Capital Improvement Projects and an introduction to 'Balancing Act,' a digital tool for public budget input. The council may also enter executive session to discuss groundwater discussions, legal litigation, and the Bluewood apartment project.

• Capital Improvement Project updates including a $39,565,359 Public Safety Facility
• Introduction of Balancing Act online budget simulation tool
• Discussion regarding Headwater Groundwater Conservation District
• Legal update on Liberty in Action Network v. City of Kerrville, Texas
• Discussion of the Bluewood apartment project

The City Council held a workshop to receive updates on capital improvement projects and new online budget simulation tools. No formal actions were taken during the meeting or the subsequent executive session.

• Convened into Executive Session (5-0)
• Adjourned workshop at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider a water line replacement contract for Kerrville-Schreiner Park and a funding application for Granger McDonald Park. Other items include a conditional use permit for an automobile service shop and an interlocal agreement for emergency services.

• $76,900 contract with Petroswift, LLC for Kerrville-Schreiner Park Water Line Replacement Project Phase 4
• Funding application for Granger McDonald Park development up to $2,200,000
• Conditional Use Permit for an automobile service and repair shop at 209 Sidney Baker S
• Resolution authorizing internal combustion engines on Nimitz Lake for the Kerrville Triathlon
• Interlocal Agreement for firefighting and EMS between the City of Kerrville and Kerr County

City Council approved a funding application for park development and granted a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop. The council also authorized negotiations for a firefighting interlocal agreement and updated several advisory board appointments.

• Authorized $2.2M funding application to Economic Improvement Corporation for Granger McDonald Park (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for auto service and repair shop at 209 Sidney Baker S (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate firefighting and EMS interlocal agreement with Kerr County (5-0)
• Approved $76,900 contract with Petroswift, LLC for Schreiner Park water line replacement (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Arcadia Live, Inc. for Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds (5-0)
• Authorized internal combustion engines on Nimitz Lake for Kerrville Triathlon (5-0)
• Removed Travis Lindner and appointed Dr. Bill Rector and Jimmy Mullins to Main Street Advisory Board (5-0)
• Appointed Brian Brannon and Tony Morales to Recovery Community Coalition (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct the oath of office for Councilmember Place 1 appointee Delayne Sigerman. The Council may also enter executive session to discuss Kerrville Public Utility Board power supply projects, Headwater Groundwater Conservation District discussions, and a civil action involving Liberty in Action Network.

• Oath of office for Councilmember Place 1 appointee Delayne Sigerman
• Deliberation regarding Kerrville Public Utility Board wholesale market activities
• Update on City discussions with Headwater Groundwater Conservation District
• Discussion of civil action: Liberty in Action Network, et al. v. City of Kerrville

The City Council workshop focused on the appointment of a new councilmember and a closed executive session. No substantive actions were taken during the executive session.

• Administered Statement and Oath of Office to Councilmember Place 1 appointee Delayne Sigerman
• Issued official Certificate of Appointment to Councilmember Sigerman
• Approved motion to convene Executive Session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning ordinances, including residential transitions at 601 Lois St. and 3600 Memorial Blvd. The meeting also includes discussions on various economic development grant agreements for local organizations and universities.

• Zoning change for 601 Lois St. from Single Family Residential to Residential Transition
• Zoning change for 3600 Memorial Blvd. from Public and Institutional to Multifamily Residential
• Economic Development Grant for Habitat for Humanity - Kerr County up to $2,260,000
• Waterline Replacement project agreement with Schaumburg & Polk, Inc. for $328,655.00
• Purchase of Granular Activated Carbon for water treatment not to exceed $197,000

City Council approved a revised City Charter following May 4 election results and passed two zoning changes. The council also authorized economic development grants for Habitat for Humanity and Schreiner University.

• Approved amended City Charter based on Propositions A, B, C, E, G, H, and I (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 601 Lois St. from R-1 to Residential Transition (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 3600 Memorial Blvd to Multifamily Residential (5-0)
• Approved infrastructure funding for Habitat for Humanity Mariposa Residential (5-0)
• Approved grant for Schreiner University Center for Talent and Workforce Development (5-0)
• Approved grant for Schreiner University athletic facilities expansion (5-0)
• Approved $328,655 waterline replacement agreement with Schaumburg & Polk, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized $197,000 purchase of Granular Activated Carbon for Water Treatment Plant (5-0)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council held a special-called meeting on May 21, 2024, to fill the vacant Councilmember Place 1 seat. After convening in closed Executive Session under Texas Government Code Section 551.074, the Council reconvened and appointed Delayne Sigerman to the position by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Roman Garcia opposed. Motions to appoint Jim Caines and Bob Carey died for lack of a second. No action was taken during Executive Session.

• Appointed Delayne Sigerman as Councilmember Place 1 (4-1, Garcia opposed)
• Motion to appoint Jim Caines died for lack of a second
• Motion to appoint Bob Carey died for lack of a second
• Convened into closed Executive Session on the Place 1 appointment (4-1, Garcia opposed)
• No action taken during Executive Session

City Council

The Kerrville City Council will review a first reading of an ordinance to adopt amendments to the City Charter following voter approval in May 2024. The council will also consider zoning changes for properties on Lois St. and Memorial Blvd, and several resolutions to terminate short-term rental permits.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-14 to adopt amended City Charter
• Zoning change for 601 Lois St. from R-1 to RT
• Zoning change for 3600 Memorial Blvd to Multifamily Residential
• Termination of five short-term rental permits at various addresses
• $991,800.00 construction agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier #3 rehabilitation

The Kerrville City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-14, which formally adopts amendments to the City Charter approved in a May 4 special election. The Council also approved two zoning changes: rezoning 601 Lois St. to Residential Transition and rezoning the Kerrville VA Medical Center at 3600 Memorial Blvd to Multifamily Residential. Additionally, the Council terminated five short-term rental permits and authorized a $991,800 construction contract for wastewater plant rehabilitation.

• Adopted amended City Charter (Ordinance 2024-14) (4-1)
• Rezoned 601 Lois St. to Residential Transition (Ordinance 2024-12) (5-0)
• Rezoned 3600 Memorial Blvd (VA Medical Center) to Multifamily Residential (Ordinance 2024-13) (5-0)
• Terminated five short-term rental Conditional Use Permits (Resolutions 15-19-2024) (5-0 each)
• Approved release of area from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction near airport (Resolution 21-2024) (5-0)
• Authorized Professional Services Agreement for Comprehensive Plan update (5-0)
• Authorized $991,800 construction contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier #3 (5-0)
• Appointed Brenda Hughes as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will canvass the results of the May 4, 2024, City General Election and a Special Election regarding City Charter amendments. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths for newly elected officials.

• Canvassing of the May 4, 2024, City General Election
• Canvassing of the May 4, 2024, City Special Election regarding City Charter amendments
• Public Safety Facility Project Design-Build Agreement amendment with Byrne Construction ($39,565,559.00)
• Professional Services Agreement with 6S Engineering, Inc. for street maintenance ($98,750.00)
• Professional Services Agreement with 6S Engineering, Inc. for Al Mooney Road and Peterson Farm Road improvements ($216,462.00)

The City Council certified the results of the May 4, 2024, general and special elections. Joe Herring Jr., Kent McKinney, and Brenda Hughes were sworn in as Mayor and council members. Outgoing Mayor Judy Eychner and Councilmember Roman Garcia received commendations.

• Approved consent agenda including April 23 workshop and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 09-2024 canvassing May 4 general election results (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 14-2024 canvassing May 4 special election results (5-0)
• Sworn in Joe Herring Jr. as Mayor, Kent McKinney as Councilmember Place 3, and Brenda Hughes as Councilmember Place 4

City Council

The Kerrville City Council will consider grants for small business facade improvements and an amendment to the Public Safety Facility Project agreement. The council may also meet in executive session to discuss groundwater permits, litigation, and land release petitions.

• Third Amendment to Design-Build Agreement with Byrne Construction Services Corporation for $39,565,559.00
• Grants for small business facade improvements
• Discussion regarding the City's groundwater permit with Headwater Groundwater Conservation District
• Discussion of litigation: Liberty in Action Network, et al. v. City of Kerrville
• Requirements for landowner petitions to release land from extraterritorial jurisdiction

City Council agreed to consider grants for small business facade improvements. The council also discussed a $39,565,559.00 amendment for the Public Safety Facility Project and held an executive session with no resulting actions.

• Agreed to consider grants for small business facade improvements
• Approved motion to convene Executive Session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a budget amendment for employee cost-of-living adjustments and new animal regulations. The agenda also includes large contracts for public safety facilities, road improvements, and pool services.

• $39,565,559 amendment to the Public Safety Facility Project agreement
• Ordinance amending the FY24 Budget for cost-of-living adjustments
• $683,036 contract with Marmon Mok, LP for Olympic Pool services
• $216,462 contract for Al Mooney Road and Peterson Farm Road improvements
• Ordinance amending the City's animal regulations

The Kerrville City Council approved a $39.5 million amendment for the Public Safety Facility project and adopted a revised animal ordinance. Council members also approved budget amendments for city employee cost-of-living adjustments and authorized several professional service agreements for street and pool improvements. A request for utility connections at 921 Harper Rd was tabled for further review.

• Approved $39.5M amendment for Public Safety Facility project (5-0)
• Adopted revised animal ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $216,462 contract for Al Mooney/Peterson Farm road work (5-0)
• Approved $683,036 contract for Olympic Pool services (5-0)
• Approved $98,750 contract for 2024 street maintenance (5-0)
• Tabled utility connection request for 921 Harper Rd (5-0)
• Appointed Thomas Pogue to Airport Board (5-0)

City Council

The City Council workshop includes an update on a public safety facility. The council will also receive a presentation regarding a proposed long-range asset replacement plan.

• Public safety facility update
• Presentation of proposed long-range asset replacement plan

The April 9, 2024 City Council workshop was informational only; no substantive decisions were made. Council heard an update on the Public Safety Facility and agreed to consider a design-build amendment at the April 23, 2024 meeting. Staff also presented a proposed long-range asset replacement plan. No executive session was called and no action items were taken.

• No votes or approvals recorded; workshop was discussion-only
• Agreed to consider a design-build amendment for the Public Safety Facility at the April 23, 2024 meeting
• Received presentation of proposed long-range asset replacement plan (no action)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including a new animal code and a zoning change for 300 Peterson Farm Rd. The agenda also includes a budget amendment to account for increased revenues and employee cost of living adjustments.

• Zoning change for 300 Peterson Farm Rd from Planned Development to Industrial and Manufacturing
• Purchase and installation of security cameras for City Hall and Parking Garage up to $78,992.26
• Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget regarding revenues and employee cost of living adjustments
• Revision of the City's 'Animals' Code of Ordinances
• Vacating a segment of Knapp Rd totaling approximately .744 acres

City Council approved a zoning change for a 86.71 acre tract to Industrial and Manufacturing and passed a first reading for FY 2024 budget amendments. The council also authorized security camera installations and updated animal control ordinances.

• Approved $78,992.26 for City Hall and parking garage security cameras (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for 300 Peterson Farm Rd to Industrial and Manufacturing (4-1)
• Approved revised solicitation permit fee (4-1)
• Approved first reading to vacate segment of Knapp Rd (4-1)
• Approved first reading of revised animal care and control ordinances (5-0)
• Approved first reading of FY 2024 budget amendments for revenues and employee cost of living (5-0)
• Approved continued membership in Atmos Cities Steering Committee (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute MOU with Guadalupe River Center, Inc. (4-1)

City Council

The City Council will review ranked proposals for updating the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The workshop includes presentations on proposed animal control regulations and tree preservation ordinances. Additionally, staff will provide an update on various capital improvement projects.

• Ranking of RFP submissions for the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan update
• Proposed updates to animal control regulations
• Discussion regarding a new tree preservation ordinance
• Capital Improvement Project updates including Westminster Street Reconstruction and Public Safety Facility

The Kerrville City Council held a workshop to discuss proposed regulations. Council members directed the City Attorney to draft an Animal Regulation Ordinance based on committee recommendations and voted 5-0 to direct staff to draft a Tree Preservation Ordinance. The Council also confirmed rankings for Comprehensive Plan proposals and agreed to use Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 funds for a Downtown Project.

• Directed City Attorney to draft Animal Regulation Ordinance (consensus)
• Directed staff to draft Tree Preservation Ordinance (5-0 vote)
• Confirmed ranking of Comprehensive Plan proposals
• Agreed to TIRZ #1 funding for Downtown Project (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including a pump station expansion and golf course improvements. The agenda also includes a zoning change for 300 Peterson Farm Rd and updates to the city's solicitation regulations.

• Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Travis Street Booster Pump Station Expansion
• Deductive change order of $85,658.49 for the Westminster Street Reconstruction Project
• Zoning change for 300 Peterson Farm Rd from Planned Development to Industrial and Manufacturing District
• Ordinance amending the City's Code of Ordinances regarding peddlers and solicitors
• Project Funding Agreements with the Economic Improvement Corporation for Scott Schreiner Golf Course, Olympic Pool, and Cailloux Theater

The Kerrville City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 on second reading, replacing the city's peddlers and solicitors chapter with a new "Solicitations" article and penalties up to $500. A motion to deny the ordinance died for lack of a second, and the adoption passed 4-1 with Councilmember Roman Garcia opposed. The council also approved first readings of a revised solicitation permit fee and the rezoning of about 86.71 acres at 300 Peterson Farm Rd from Planned Development to Industrial and Manufacturing, both 4-1 with Garcia opposed. Several golf course and pool funding agreements, a subdivision waiver denial, and board appointments passed 5-0.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 on second reading, replacing Chapter 78 'Peddlers and Solicitors' with a new 'Solicitations' article, penalties up to $500 (4-1, Garcia opposed)
• Motion to deny Ordinance No. 2024-03 died for lack of a second
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-07 on first reading, revising the solicitation permit fee (4-1, Garcia opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-06 on first reading, rezoning ~86.71 acres at 300 Peterson Farm Rd from Planned Development to Industrial and Manufacturing (4-1, Garcia opposed)
• Denied a 'major waiver' of Subdivision Code requirements for a 0.32 acre tract adjacent to 3200 Oak Hollow (5-0)
• Approved project funding agreements for Scott Schreiner Golf Course, Olympic Pool, and Cailloux Theater (each 5-0)
• Authorized the City Manager to execute a general contract with Christopher Sharp for the Golf Course Maintenance Building remodel and a professional services agreement with Hewitt Engineering for golf course bridge renovation (each 5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including a Freese and Nichols agreement, a D&D Contractors change order, and authorization to negotiate a Comprehensive Plan Update agreement (5-0)

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Economic Improvement Corporation will review progress on several infrastructure projects, including KERV Airport and Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing. The board will also discuss next steps and budget considerations for Phase 2 of the Tranquility Island Lighting Project.

• Update on Phase 1 completion ($155,727) and Phase 2 next steps for Tranquility Island Lighting
• Status updates for KERV Airport Improvements and Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing
• Peterson Medical Center Campus Infrastructure Improvements update
• Downtown Area Streetscape and River Trail Extension status

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance updating rules and penalties for solicitors and peddlers. They will also consider an agreement with KISD to use Tivy High School parking for the April solar eclipse. Additionally, officials will receive a presentation on the FY2023 audit.

• Ordinance No. 2024-03 regarding new regulations and $500 penalties for solicitors
• Agreement with KISD to use Tivy High School parking for the April solar eclipse
• $2,000 payment to KISD for facility use during the solar eclipse event
• Presentation of the City’s FY2023 audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

City Council adopted a new ordinance replacing the 'Peddlers and Solicitors' chapter with revised solicitation regulations. The council also accepted the FY2023 annual financial report and approved a consent agenda including an agreement with the local school district.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-03 on first reading to revise solicitation regulations (4-1)
• Accepted the FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Kerrville ISD (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2024 workshop and meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to sell property located at 505 Center Point Drive E. The agenda also includes an ordinance for childcare facility tax exemptions and the purchase of a new Public Works truck.

• Resolution authorizing the sale of approximately 17.68 acres at 505 Center Point Drive E.
• Ordinance establishing property tax exemptions for qualifying childcare facilities.
• Purchase of an International Diesel Crew Cab truck not to exceed $163,789.00.
• Ordinance deleting the 'Aviation' chapter from the City Code of Ordinances.
• Life Saving Award presentations for police and telecommunications staff.

City Council approved the sale of 17.68 acres at 505 Center Point Drive E. and established a property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities. The council also authorized a vehicle purchase for Public Works and deleted the aviation chapter from the Code of Ordinances.

• Approved sale of 17.68 acres at 505 Center Point Drive E. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-04 for child-care facility property tax exemptions (4-1)
• Approved purchase of International Diesel Crew Cab truck not to exceed $163,789.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 deleting Chapter 22 'Aviation' from Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Appointed Rachel Johnston to Kerrville Public Utility Board of Trustees, position #1 (5-0)
• Approved workshop and meeting minutes from February 13, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The council will consider a special election for City Charter amendments and new solicitation regulations. Other items include property tax exemptions for child-care facilities and a variance request for alcohol sales at 1013 Main Street.

• Special election on May 4, 2024, for proposed City Charter amendments
• Purchase of a Public Works truck not to exceed $163,789.00
• Property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facility properties
• Variance request for alcohol sales distance at 1013 Main Street
• New ordinance regarding solicitations with penalties up to $500.00

The Kerrville City Council approved Ordinance No. 2024-01 to hold a special election on May 4, 2024, for proposed City Charter amendments. The council denied a variance request for alcohol sales at 1013 Main Street and approved resolutions related to housing tax credits and groundwater protection. A proposed ordinance updating solicitation rules was postponed for further discussion.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-01 for May 4 special election (5-0)
• Denied variance for alcohol sales at 1013 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 05-2024 for housing tax credits (5-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 2024-03 on solicitation rules (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-04 for child-care tax exemption (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 deleting Aviation chapter (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 04-2024 appointing Election Judges (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Headwaters Groundwater Conservation District (5-0)

City Council

The Kerrville City Council is reviewing an ordinance to hold a special election on May 4, 2024, regarding proposed changes to the City Charter. The meeting also includes discussions on various infrastructure contracts, public safety equipment purchases, and affordable housing support.

• Ordinance for a May 4, 2024, special election to propose City Charter amendments
• $6,029,009.00 contract amendment for the Public Safety Facility Project
• Purchase of two Sutphen G2 custom pumpers not to exceed $1,900,000
• Resolution supporting affordable rental housing by Freedom's Path Kerrville II Limited Partnership
• $225,800 contract amendment for the Heart of the Hills Heritage Center Project

City Council approved several major infrastructure and equipment expenditures, including a $6 million amendment for the Public Safety Facility and $1.9 million for fire pumpers. The council also ordered a special election for May 4, 2024, to propose City Charter amendments.

• Approved $6,029,009 contract amendment for Public Safety Facility Project (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Sutphen G2 custom pumpers up to $1,900,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-01 for May 4, 2024 Special Election (4-1)
• Authorized issuance of $2 million in Tax Note, Series 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $225,800 contract amendment for Heart of the Hills Heritage Center (5-0)
• Approved Windridge Project Development Agreement with Lennar Homes (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 02-2024 supporting affordable rental housing application (5-0)
• Approved fee waivers for Habitat for Humanity Kerr County, Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for the May 4, 2024, general election and a budget amendment for the upcoming total solar eclipse. Additionally, the council will review a request to purchase a dump truck for the Public Works Department.

• Budget amendment for April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse event (not to exceed $750,000)
• Resolution ordering a General Election on May 4, 2024, for Mayor and two Councilmember seats
• Purchase of a dump truck for the Public Works Department not to exceed $150,000.00
• Review of Charter Review Commission recommendations regarding City Charter amendments

City Council voted to accept all recommendations from the Charter Review Commission regarding amendments to the City Charter. The council also approved funding for solar eclipse preparations and a new dump truck.

• Accepted all Charter Review Commission recommendations for City Charter amendments (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-34 to allocate FY 2024 budget funds for Total Solar Eclipse preparation and response (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 01-2024 to hold a General Election on May 4, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a Public Works Department dump truck not to exceed $150,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved City Council workshop and meeting minutes from December 12, 2023 (5-0)

Economic Improvement Corporation

The Economic Improvement Corporation will review a funding application from Habitat for Humanity Kerr County for the Mariposa residential subdivision. The board will also consider a request from the City of Kerrville for Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course renovations.

• Habitat for Humanity Kerr County infrastructure assistance: up to $2,260,000
• City of Kerrville golf course renovation request: up to $2,000,000
• Project status updates for Peterson Medical Center and Downtown River Trail
• Monthly financial report through December 31, 2023