Bulverde public meetings in 2025

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will certify the 2025 ad valorem tax levy and discuss a revised bank depository agreement, rejecting the two current proposals. The council will also hold public hearings on two special use permits for guest houses at 1032 Siddoway Ln and 1014 Rapidan Lane, and consider a variance for 671 Butler Oaks. All items are scheduled for the December 18, 2025 meeting.

• Certify the Ad Valorem Tax Levy for Tax Year 2025 (3.A)
• Reject current bank depository proposals and authorize a revised RFP (3.B)
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a guest house at 1032 Siddoway Ln (3.C)
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a guest house at 1014 Rapidan Lane (3.D)
• Public hearing on variance to Section 17.04.004 for 671 Butler Oaks (3.E)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review the City’s Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan and consider installing a Little Lending Library at Krawietz Park. The board will also discuss requesting donated funds from the Friends of the Park.

• Review Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
• Install Little Lending Library at Krawietz Park
• Request donated funds from Friends of the Park

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City of Bulverde posted a notice that a possible council quorum may attend the Bulverde Employee Christmas Party on Monday, December 15, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at the Bulverde Visitors & Event Center, Hampton Inn Bulverde. This gathering is not a regular council meeting and no formal business or action will be taken. Any matters discussed may be addressed in future properly posted public meetings. The notice complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Potential council quorum attendance at employee Christmas party (informational only)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Bulverde Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance requests. The first request seeks a variance to Section 14.05.003 of the City Code for the Scenic Gateway Overlay landscape buffer at 18738 Forty Six Pkwy. The second request seeks a variance to Section 14.09.002(a) for accessory buildings at 1604 Adyson Ridge. The third request seeks a variance to Section 14.03.003(c) for setback requirements at 929 Earle Oak Avenue.

• Variance to Section 14.05.003 (Scenic Gateway Overlay) at 18738 Forty Six Pkwy, Spring Branch, TX 78070
• Variance to Section 14.09.002(a) (accessory buildings) at 1604 Adyson Ridge, Bulverde, TX 78163
• Variance to Section 14.03.003(c) (setback requirements) at 929 Earle Oak Avenue, Bulverde, TX 78163

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will consider three regular agenda items: approving the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes, approving an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Comal County for animal‑control services, and reviewing the 2026 Street Maintenance Plan. The council will also receive departmental reports on police, finance, public works, and parks & recreation, and hold a closed‑session to discuss pending litigation (Lisa H. Cook v. City of Bulverde). Public comments are scheduled after the agenda items.

• Approve City Council minutes from November 13, 2025
• Approve Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Comal County for animal‑control services
• Discuss and possibly act on the 2026 Street Maintenance Plan
• Executive closed session to consult legal counsel on Lisa H. Cook v. City of Bulverde litigation

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will first vote to approve its November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then hold public hearings on two special use permit requests from David Weekly Homes for guest houses at 1032 Siddoway Ln and 1014 Rapidan Ln. A variance request from Jane and Robert Pavlicek for a concrete deck around a pool on 671 Butler Oaks will also be considered. All items are subject to public comment and commission recommendation.

• Approve Planning & Zoning Commission meeting minutes from November 4, 2025
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a guest house at 1032 Siddoway Ln
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a guest house at 1014 Rapidan Ln
• Variance request for concrete decking surrounding a swimming pool on 671 Butler Oaks (1.10 acres)
• Public comments period for items not on the posted agenda

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss the use of a $10,000 donation from the Optimist Club. The board will also review the city's Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan and how to solicit community input.

• Proposed expenditure of $10,000 Optimist Club donation to city parks
• Review of Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
• Presentation on the Dark Sky program by Comal County Friends of the Night Sky
• Update on Bulverde Community Garden activities

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The board tabled the proposed use of the Optimist Club’s $10,000 donation until a later meeting to decide bench numbers and placement. The Tree City USA annual recognition program was also tabled for future discussion. The board approved rescheduling the November 2025 meeting to Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled Optimist Club $10,000 donation expenditure pending bench placement decision
• Tabled Tree City USA annual recognition program
• Approved rescheduling November 2025 meeting to Wednesday, November 19, 2025

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will vote on an ordinance that amends the fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget. It will also discuss the 2026 Street Maintenance Plan and a resolution to accept a wastewater easement and Lot 904 from SH‑DJL Development, LLC. Additional items include electing directors for the Comal Appraisal District for 2026 and approving minutes from the October 14 and October 23 meetings.

• Ordinance amending the City of Bulverde budget for FY 2025‑2026
• Presentation and possible action on the 2026 Street Maintenance Plan
• Resolution to accept a 0.087‑acre sanitary sewer easement and Lot 904 of The Preserve At Singing Hills, Unit 2, from SH‑DJL Development, LLC
• Resolution to elect Directors for the Comal Appraisal District for 2026
• Approval of City Council meeting minutes from October 14, 2025 and the special meeting on October 23, 2025

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City of Bulverde will host an informational town hall at the Bulverde Visitors & Event Center. No formal business or official action will be taken during this meeting. The event is not a regularly scheduled council meeting.

• Mayor's Town Hall at Bulverde Visitors & Event Center
• Notice of Potential Quorum posted at Bulverde City Hall
• Planning & Zoning Commission may participate
• Zoning Board of Adjustment may participate
• Parks & Recreation Advisory Board may participate

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a guest house. The body will also consider a recommendation for an ordinance regarding the size and location of attached signs.

• Public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a 634 sq. ft. guest house at 1127 Sirockham Blvd
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 3, Article 3.08.102 regarding attached sign size, number, and location

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold an orientation to review its duties under city ordinances and Texas law, including its authority, variance and special‑exception processes, and appeal procedures. The meeting is informational and does not involve any specific project decisions.

• Orientation meeting (VR-25-15) on board duties and state law
• Presentation by Planning Director Danny Batts, AICP
• Review of board authority, variance criteria, and special‑exception rules
• Explanation of appeal procedures and voting requirements
• Discussion of statutory requirements (LGC §§211.008‑211.011)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget by reallocating $30,000 from the Operating Reserve to Attorney-Professional Review expenses. The meeting also includes public hearings for a water booster pump station, a Planned Development District, and tree protection variance requests.

• Budget amendment: $30,000 transfer to Attorney-Professional Review
• Public hearing: Water Booster Pump Station at 1015 E Ammann Rd
• Public hearing: Planned Development District (329 acres) north of HWY 281
• Public hearing: Tree protection variance at 2541, 2545, 2549 Bulverde Rd
• Public hearing: Tree protection variance at 427 Singing Oaks

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting and hear presentations on the Bulverde Community Garden, the Dark Sky program, and police activities at Bulverde Community Park. The board will discuss and possibly act on the Optimist Club’s $10,000 donation for benches or exercise stations in the park. Members will also review the City’s Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan and consider how to gather future community input. A new date for the November 2025 board meeting will be set due to a scheduling conflict.

• Approve September 16, 2025 advisory board meeting minutes
• Presentation by Texas Master Gardener Jodi Perez on the Bulverde Community Garden
• Presentation by Michelle Molina on the Dark Sky program
• Discussion of Optimist Club’s $10,000 donation for park benches and exercise stations
• Review of the City’s Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will discuss granting special use permits for two upcoming 5K events at Bulverde Community Park. The body will also consider nominations for the Comal Appraisal District Board and changes to Council rules of procedure.

• Special Use Permit for H.I.S. Center Turkey Trot 5K Run on November 27, 2025
• Special Use Permit for Provisions: A 25:35 Outreach Holiday Hunger 5K Run & Walk on December 6, 2025
• Nominations for the 2026 Comal Appraisal District Board of Directors Election
• Ballot casting for the Texas Municipal League (TML) Region 7 Board of Directors Election
• Amendment to City Council rules of procedure per Section 2.14 of the City Charter

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is an informational gathering for a ribbon cutting at Bulverde Community Park. No formal business or action will be conducted or taken by the City Council.

• Park Playground Ribbon Cutting at 29815 Bulverde Lane

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City of Bulverde is holding an informational gathering on October 7, 2025 at the Spring Branch Activity Center and various locations for National Night Out. A possible City Council quorum may attend, but no official business or actions will be taken. Any matters discussed could be addressed at a later properly noticed meeting.

• National Night Out Luncheon – 11:30 AM at Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center, 30280 Cougar Bend
• National Night Out Block Parties – 6:30 PM at various locations
• Notice of potential quorum posted at City Hall, 30360 Cougar Bend, on Oct 1, 2025 by 5:00 PM

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a request for a 329-acre Planned Development District and a variance for tree protection measures. The body will also consider a Special Use Permit for a water booster pump station.

• Request for a Planned Development District (PDD) for approximately 329-acres located 1-mile north of HWY 281 and FM 1863
• Variance request for tree protection measure requirements at 2541, 2545, and 2549 Bulverde Rd
• Special Use Permit request for a Water Booster Pump Station at 1015 E Ammann Rd
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 2, 2025

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Bulverde Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold an informational "Parks Walk" at Bulverde Community Park and Krawietz Park. This gathering is not a regularly scheduled board meeting and no formal city business or actions will be taken. A notice of potential quorum is posted as a precaution, and any future actions will require a properly posted public meeting.

• Notice of potential quorum for the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Informational Parks Walk at Bulverde Community Park (29815 Bulverde Lane) and Krawietz Park (30580 Cougar Bend)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will discuss and consider approval of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024‑25 budget, repealing conflicting ordinances, and adding a severability clause. A resolution will be considered to add City Secretary Sandra V. Ham as a signer on city bank accounts and to remove Planning Director Danny Batts and Police Chief Gary Haecker as signers. The council will hold public hearings on a special‑use permit for a guest house at 30563 Deerfield Terrace and on two variances: one at 20419 State Hwy 46 and another for steep‑slope and cut‑fill regulations on a 128‑acre area near the Belle Oaks Ranch, Monteola, and Centennial Ridge subdivisions.

• Ordinance to amend FY 2024‑25 budget and reallocate excess funds for unanticipated expenses
• Resolution to add City Secretary Sandra V. Ham as bank account signer and remove Danny Batts and Gary Haecker as signers
• Public hearing on special‑use permit for a guest house at 30563 Deerfield Terrace
• Public hearing on variance request at 20419 State Hwy 46
• Public hearing on variance for steep‑slope and cut‑fill regulations on 128‑acre area near Belle Oaks Ranch

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is an informational meeting hosted by the Texas Water Company. No formal business or action will be conducted or taken by the City Council during this event.

• Texas Water Company Public Meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its August 27 meeting and discuss recommendations to the City Council for two Parks Special Use Permits: one for the Holiday Hunger Run/Walk on December 6 and another for the H.I.S. Centre Turkey Trot on November 27, both at Bulverde Community Park. The board will also consider a donation from the Optimist Club for benches and tables, review the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan, and set future meeting dates.

• Approve August 27, 2025 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Recommend a special‑use permit (waiver of reservation fees) for the Holiday Hunger Run/Walk 5K on Dec 6, 2025 at Bulverde Community Park
• Recommend a special‑use permit for the H.I.S. Centre Turkey Trot 5K on Nov 27, 2025 at Bulverde Community Park
• Consider Optimist Club donation for benches and tables for Bulverde Community Park
• Review the City of Bulverde Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025‑2026 budget and consider an ordinance to adopt that budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. Council members will also discuss and adopt an ordinance setting the 2025 property tax rate, which is projected to raise total property taxes compared with the prior year. Additional items include repealing and replacing the City Code of Ethics, approving audit engagement with Armstrong, Vaughan & Associates, and setting regular meeting dates.

• Public Hearing on the Proposed 2025‑2026 Budget
• Ordinance adopting the budget for FY Oct 1 2025–Sep 30 2026
• Ordinance adopting the 2025 property tax rate
• Repeal and replace Code of Ethics Ordinance No. 120‑03‑05‑13
• Approval of audit engagement letter with Armstrong, Vaughan & Associates

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2025-2026 budget and the proposed tax rate. The council will also consider adopting an investment policy.

• Public hearing on the Proposed 2025 Tax Rate
• Public hearing on the Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
• Consider approval of a resolution adopting an Investment Policy
• Proposed tax rate: $0.259798 (De Minimus Rate)
• General Fund Revenues: $10,473,712

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for a large-scale development district and a residential guest house. The body will also review variance requests regarding signage and slope disturbance.

• Public hearing for a 329-acre Planned Development District (PDD) with R-2 base zoning, located 1-mile north of HWY 281 and FM 1863
• Public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a guest house at 30563 Deerfield Terrace
• Variance request for two monument signs at 20419 State Hwy 46
• Variance request for steep slope disturbance and cuts/fills on 128-acres south and east of Belle Oaks Ranch subdivision
• Approval of August 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It denied a variance request for 20419 State Hwy 46, approved a variance for a 128‑acre steep‑slope and cuts/fills site, approved a special use permit for a guest house at 30563 Deerfield Terrace, and denied a planned development district for a 329‑acre site north of HWY 281 and FM 1863.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Denied variance for 20419 State Hwy 46 (5 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approved variance for 128‑acre steep‑slope and cuts/fills site (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved special use permit for guest house at 30563 Deerfield Terrace (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Denied planned development district for 329‑acre site north of HWY 281 & FM 1863 (4 ayes, 2 nays)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to elect its leadership and review the roles and procedures of the advisory body. The meeting includes updates from the City Council and the Public Works Director.

• Election of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of board roles, responsibilities, and procedures
• Overview of Robert’s Rules of Order
• City Council meeting update
• Update from the Public Works Director

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City of Bulverde is holding an informational Mayor’s Town Hall. No formal business or action will be conducted or taken by the City Council during this event.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will hold public hearings on a special use permit for an outdoor theater/stage/live performance venue at 4400 US Hwy 281 N, Suite 1, and zoning changes for land near Belle Oaks Ranch. They will also discuss a special event permit for Bulverde Musik in the Park and an interlocal agreement with Comal ISD for law enforcement services.

• Special Use Permit for outdoor theater at 4400 US Hwy 281 N, Suite 1 (SUP-25-10)
• Zoning changes for ~0.201 sq mi land south/east of Belle Oaks Ranch
• Special Event Permit for Bulverde Musik in the Park at Bulverde Community Park (Sep 13, Oct 4, Oct 25, 2025)
• Interlocal Agreement with Comal ISD for law enforcement services
• Possible amendments to Chapter 1 of City’s Code of Ordinances (closed session) and litigation discussion (Franco & Huerta v. City of Bulverde) in executive session

The council approved a special‑use permit for a theater venue at 4400 US Hwy 281 N. It also adopted a zoning ordinance for about 0.201 sq mi near the Belle Oaks Ranch area. A special event permit was granted for Bulverde Musik in the Park with fee waivers. The council authorized settlement actions in the Franco & Huerta lawsuit and directed a Chapter 1 ordinance amendment to be placed on the September 9 agenda.

• Approved theater special‑use permit at 4400 US Hwy 281 N (7‑0)
• Approved zoning ordinance for 0.201 sq mi south/east of Belle Oaks Ranch (7‑0)
• Approved special event permit for Bulverde Musik in the Park, with fee waivers (6‑0‑1 abstention)
• Approved interlocal law‑enforcement agreement with Comal ISD (7‑0)
• Directed City Manager to add Chapter 1 ordinance amendment to Sep 9 agenda (7‑0)
• Authorized settlement mediation and execution for Franco & Huerta case (7‑0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting. The body will discuss shared vision and goals for collaboration during the development review process.

• Discussion of shared vision and goals for City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission collaboration during development review

On August 19, 2025, the Bulverde City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission held a joint workshop to discuss shared vision and goals for collaboration during the development review process. The discussion resulted in no formal action or vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:56 PM.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will discuss the proposed 2025 tax rate and set dates for the FY2025-2026 budget and tax rate public hearings. The body will also consider a law enforcement services agreement with Comal Independent School District and a special event permit for Musik in the Park.

• Proposed 2025 Tax Rate
• Interlocal Agreement with Comal Independent School District for law enforcement services
• Special Event Permit for Bulverde Musik in the Park (Sept 13, Oct 4, and Oct 25, 2025)
• Adoption of an Investment Policy
• Scheduling of FY2025-2026 Budget and Tax Rate public hearings

The council approved the regular consent agenda, including minutes and an investment‑summary report, with a 4‑0 vote. It postponed the adoption of an investment policy and several pending items— a special event permit and an interlocal law‑enforcement agreement— to the August 19 special council meeting. The council also adopted the 2025 tax rate of $0.259798 per $100 and set the FY2025‑2026 budget public hearing for September 4 and adoption for September 9.

• Approved Consent Agenda (regular minutes, manager signer resolution, investment summary) – 4 ayes, 0 nays
• Postponed adoption of Investment Policy to Sep 4 special meeting – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Postponed Special Event Permit for Bulverde Musik in the Park to Aug 19 special meeting – 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention
• Postponed Interlocal Agreement with Comal ISD for law enforcement services to Aug 19 special meeting – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved 2025 Tax Rate of $0.259798 per $100 – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Scheduled FY2025‑2026 budget public hearing for Sep 4 and adoption for Sep 9 – 6 ayes, 0 nays

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three land-use requests, including a large residential district and a special use permit for a performance venue. The body will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair.

• Special Use Permit for an outdoor theater/stage/live performance venue at 4400 US Hwy 281 N (Library Cigar Lounge)
• Establishment of a Planned Development District (PDD) with R-2 and R-3 zoning for approximately 329 acres north of HWY 281 and FM 1863
• Establishment of R-1 Residential District zoning on approximately 0.201 square miles of land near Belle Oaks Ranch
• Election of the Planning & Zoning Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning & Zoning Commission elected Ashley Cartier as Chair (4‑0) and Brad McCollum as Vice Chair (5‑0). It approved the July 1 meeting minutes (5‑0). The commission recommended approval of a special‑use permit for a theater at 4400 US Hwy 281 N with monthly time limits (5‑0), tabled a planned‑development district request (5‑0), and approved R‑1 residential zoning for 0.201 sq mi near Belle Oaks Ranch (5‑0).

• Elected Ashley Cartier as Chair (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Elected Brad McCollum as Vice Chair (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved special‑use permit for theater at 4400 US Hwy 281 N with monthly time limits (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled request to establish a 329‑acre PDD Planned Development District (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved establishment of R‑1 residential district zoning on 0.201 sq mi (5 ayes, 0 nays)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a commercial development. The applicant seeks exceptions to city ordinances concerning buffering and landscaping requirements where the property abuts a residential district.

• Variance request for 2549 Bulverde Rd to allow 6-foot tall ranch-style fencing instead of a solid wall
• Variance request for groundcover requirements in the bufferyard at 2549 Bulverde Rd
• Proposed development of 10 office buildings for business, professional, administrative, medical, and dental uses

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding tree mitigation and sign regulations. They will also meet in closed session to discuss ethics guidelines and the Interim City Manager's employment.

• Public hearing for tree mitigation and protection variances at 2541, 2545, and 2549 Bulverde Rd
• Proposed removal of 63 trees (887.5 caliper inches) for office and retail development
• Potential cash-in-lieu payments for tree removal up to $133,125
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 3 regarding attached building sign sizing and calculation
• Closed session to discuss the appointment and duties of the Interim City Manager

The council voted 5‑1 to approve Ordinance #815 granting a variance to tree‑mitigation requirements at 2541, 2545, and 2549 Bulverde Rd. It also voted 5‑0 to approve Ordinance #816 amending sign‑structure regulations in Chapter 3. Both actions were taken after public hearings and executive‑session discussion.

• Approved Ordinance #815 variance for tree mitigation at 2541, 2545, 2549 Bulverde Rd (5 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approved Ordinance #816 amendment to sign‑structure regulations (5 ayes, 0 nays)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a special use permit for three concerts at the City of Bulverde Community Park. The board will also review a new process for donations from the Bulverde Community Park Association.

• Special Use Permit request for Bulverde Musik in the Park on September 13, October 4, and October 25, 2025
• Request to waive food truck permit fees and reservation fees for Musik in the Park
• Request to waive evidence of liability insurance for Musik in the Park
• Request to allow event vehicles outside of the parking lot for Musik in the Park
• Discussion on donation processes from the non-profit Bulverde Community Park Association to the City

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and provide staff direction. The council will also meet in a closed session regarding the Interim City Manager.

• Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 workshop
• Executive session regarding appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of the Interim City Manager

The council held a budget workshop to discuss the FY 2025‑2026 budget but did not adopt any measures. In a closed executive session they reviewed personnel matters concerning the Interim City Manager, also without taking action. The meeting was then adjourned.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will decide whether to extend the Mayor's Declaration of a Local Disaster following widespread flooding. The body will also consider land annexation and several zoning variances.

• Extension of the Mayor’s Declaration of a Local Disaster
• Annexation of approximately 0.201 square miles of land south and east of Belle Oaks Ranch
• Variance for 2749 Bulverde Rd regarding City Code Sections 3.08.102(c)(3) and (c)(4)
• Variance for 2541, 2545, and 2549 Bulverde Rd regarding tree mitigation and protection
• Ordinance to define area calculation for attached building signs

The City Council approved an annexation of about 0.201 square miles adjacent to the Belle Oaks Ranch area with a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a variance for 2749 Bulverde Rd by the same vote count. An ordinance to define sign‑area calculations failed in a 2‑2 tie, and no action was taken on a tree‑mitigation variance due to lack of quorum.

• Approved variance for 2749 Bulverde Rd (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved annexation of ~0.201 sq mi near Belle Oaks Ranch (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Failed ordinance to define area calculation for attached building signs (2 ayes, 2 nays)
• No action on tree‑mitigation variance at 2541‑2549 Bulverde Rd (lack of quorum)
• Approved Consent Agenda items, including June 10, 25, and 30 meeting minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• No action taken on items discussed in Executive Session

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review requests for a water booster pump station and two property variances. The body will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding area calculations for attached building signs.

• Special Use Permit for a Water Booster Pump Station at 1015 E Ammann Rd
• Sign variance for height and area at 2749 Bulverde Rd
• Tree mitigation and protection variances at 2541, 2545, and 2549 Bulverde Rd
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 3 regarding attached building sign area calculations

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the June 5 meeting minutes (6‑0). It tabled a special‑use permit request for a water booster pump at 1015 E Ammann Rd (6‑0). The commission approved variances for Garden Design at 2749 Bulverde Rd and for Bulverde Village Holdings at 2541‑2549 Bulverde Rd, each with a 6‑0 vote. It also recommended Option #1 for an ordinance to define area calculation for attached building signs (6‑0).

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled special‑use permit request for water booster pump at 1015 E Ammann Rd (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved variance for Garden Design, Inc. at 2749 Bulverde Rd (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved variance for Bulverde Village Holdings LP at 2541‑2549 Bulverde Rd with cash‑in‑lieu and mitigation waivers (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended Option #1 for sign‑area calculation ordinance amendment (6 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will present and discuss the proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The body will also consider scheduling future meetings and hold a closed session regarding the Interim City Manager.

• Presentation and discussion of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Setting dates and times for future City Council meetings
• Closed session to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of the Interim City Manager

The council held a budget workshop for the FY 2025‑2026 budget but took no action on the proposal. Council members directed staff to prepare a Special City Council meeting on August 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. In executive session, personnel matters concerning the Interim City Manager were discussed, and no action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• No action taken on the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget
• Directed staff to prepare Special City Council meeting on August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm
• No action taken on personnel matters for Interim City Manager discussed in executive session

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and hold a workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The council will also meet in a closed session regarding the Interim City Manager.

• Proposed budget amendment to increase Public Safety Overtime for police vehicle kit build-out
• Recognition of a $5,000 donation from Bulverde Community Park Association for Krawietz Park disc golf equipment
• Creation of Fund 335-Local Youth Diversion Fund to move collected fines from the General Fund
• Budget workshop for the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Closed session to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of the Interim City Manager

The council approved Ordinance #8 1 2 amending the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget with a 7‑aye, 0‑nay vote. No action was taken on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026. The council did not convene an executive (closed) session for personnel matters.

• Approved Ordinance #8 1 2 amending FY 2024‑2025 budget (7‑0)
• No action taken on proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget
• Executive closed session not convened for personnel matters

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from the City Council and the Public Works Director. The board will also discuss a new process for donations made to the City of Bulverde through the Bulverde Community Park Association.

• Discussion on donation process from Friends of the Parks via the Bulverde Community Park Association

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council may attend an AAMPO/TXDOT meeting for public input regarding improvements to FM 1863. This is an informational gathering; no formal business or action will be conducted.

• Public input on improvements to FM 1863

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will discuss a fiscal year 2024-2025 budget amendment and hold public hearings for two zoning variances. The body will also consider maintenance programs for right-of-way, bar ditches, and culverts.

• Public hearing for zoning variance at 20779 State Hwy 46
• Public hearing for zoning variance at 427 Singing Oaks
• Proposed budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Parks Special Use Permit request for H.I.S. Centre Freedom Run on July 4, 2025
• Police Department presentation on a state grant for Flock Cameras

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, a special use permit for a Freedom Run at Community Park, and an ordinance amending the FY 2024‑2025 budget. It also approved a variance for a property on State Hwy 46 while tabling a variance for a property on Singing Oaks. Finally, the council appointed and reappointed members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Approved consent agenda (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Parks Special Use Permit for Freedom Run (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment ordinance (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved variance for 20779 State Hwy 46 (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled variance for 427 Singing Oaks (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed/reappointed Zoning Board of Adjustment members and officers (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed/reappointed Planning & Zoning Commission members (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed/reappointed Parks & Recreation Advisory Board members (4 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions)

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Bulverde Planning & Zoning Commission will decide on two signage variance requests at its June 5 meeting. One request is from Sign Remedy on behalf of Chase Bank for a property at 20779 State Hwy 46, and the other is from Steven Donnelly on behalf of 7 to 7 Dental for a location at 427 Singing Oaks in Spring Branch. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and public hearings for special use permits.

• Variance request by Sign Remedy for Chase Bank at 20779 State Hwy 46 to exceed sign area and number of attached signs
• Variance request by Steven Donnelly for 7 to 7 Dental at 427 Singing Oaks to exceed sign regulations
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes from May 6, 2025
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for food trucks at 2545 Bulverde Road
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for indoor batting cages at 29768 Bulverde Lane

The commission appointed Commissioner Brad McCollum as temporary presiding chair (6‑0). It adopted the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0). It recommended approval of a variance for Sign Remedy on behalf of Chase Bank at 20779 State Hwy 46 (4 ayes, 1 nay, 1 abstention). It also recommended approval of a variance for 7 to 7 Dental at 427 Singing Oaks, Spring Branch (6‑0).

• Appointed Commissioner Brad McCollum as temporary presiding Chair (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Planning & Zoning Commission meeting minutes from May 6, 2025 (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of variance for Sign Remedy/Chase Bank at 20779 State Hwy 46 (4 ayes, 1 nay, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of variance for 7 to 7 Dental at 427 Singing Oaks, Spring Branch (6 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will discuss terminating a services agreement with the Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation. They will also consider a budget amendment to cover Parks & Recreation cost overruns using salary savings from vacant positions.

• Termination of Economic Development Services Agreement with Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation
• Budget amendment to transfer $60,500 to Parks & Recreation for wildflower zone costs and water bills
• Zeroing out budget line items for vacant Code Enforcement Officer and Executive Assistant positions
• Executive session regarding personnel matters for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Municipal Court Judge

The council voted 6‑1 to terminate the Economic Development Services Agreement with the Bulverde / Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation. It also approved Ordinance #809, amending the FY 2024‑2025 budget, by a 7‑0 vote. A motion to table the termination failed because it lacked a second, and the executive session ended with no action taken.

• Terminate Economic Development Services Agreement (6 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approve FY 2024-2025 budget amendment ordinance (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Motion to table termination failed (no second)
• Executive session concluded with no action taken

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a special use permit for the H.I.S. Centre to host a Freedom Run. The board will also evaluate planting locations for trees donated by the Bulverde Lions Club.

• Special Use Permit request (PSUP-25-02) for H.I.S. Centre to host a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile run on July 4, 2025
• Request for exclusive use of the Pavilion, Practice Fields, Gazebo 1, and Gazebo 2 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• Evaluation of tree species and planting locations for Bulverde Lions Club donations

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will canvass the returns and declare the results of the May 3, 2025, General and Special Election. The body will also consider a rate increase for solid waste disposal and several land-use variances and special use permits.

• Certification of election results for Mayor and Council Places 1, 2, and 3
• Proposed rate increase for solid waste disposal from Waste Connections Lone Star, Inc.
• Variance request for a drive-through restaurant at Bulverde Road and Heimer Cove
• Special Use Permit for four food trucks at 2545 Bulverde Road
• Special Use Permit for indoor batting cages at 29768 Bulverde Lane

The council approved a request from Waste Connections Lone Star to raise solid waste disposal rates for all city customers (6-0). It denied a variance for a drive‑through restaurant at Bulverde Road and Heimer Cove due to riparian buffer concerns (5-1). The council also approved several development actions, including a monarch butterfly way station, a fills variance, and special use permits for food trucks, indoor batting cages, and a guest house (all 6-0). Council Member Alexandre was elected Mayor Pro Tem for the 2025‑2026 term (6-0).

• Approved solid waste rate increase (6-0)
• Denied riparian buffer variance for drive‑through restaurant (5-1)
• Approved monarch butterfly way station at Bulverde Community Park (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for four food trucks at 2545 Bulverde Rd (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for indoor batting cages at 29768 Bulverde Ln (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for guest house at 5163 Hawk Eye Dr (6-0)
• Approved fills variance for 21 Inverness Court (6-0)
• Elected Council Member Alexandre as Mayor Pro Tem (6-0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is a notice of a potential quorum for a farewell reception honoring Mayor Krawietz. It is not a regular council meeting; no formal business or action will be taken by the City Council. The notice is posted as a precaution under the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Mayor Krawietz Fairwell Reception at Eagles Landing Lodge
• No formal city business or decisions scheduled

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will meet to appoint a City Manager and consider an employment contract for the selected finalist. This follows a closed executive session to deliberate on the appointment and duties of the role.

• Appointment of a City Manager
• Approval of an employment contract for the City Manager

The council appointed N. Michael Castro as City Manager. The council also approved his employment contract. Both motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Appointed N. Michael Castro as City Manager (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved employment contract for N. Michael Castro (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Bulverde Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two variance requests and three special use permit recommendations. The most notable item is a variance to the city's riparian buffer rule at Bulverde Road and Heimer Cove for a proposed drive-through restaurant. Other items include a fill variance, and special use permits for food trucks, indoor batting cages, and a guest house.

• Variance for drive-through restaurant at Bulverde Road and Heimer Cove to allow construction within a riparian buffer on 0.83 acres
• Variance for fill on 1.936 acres at 21 Inverness Court for a single-family driveway
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for food trucks at 2545 Bulverde Road
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for indoor batting cages at 29768 Bulverde Lane
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a guest house at 5163 Hawk Eye Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a variance for a drive‑through restaurant, a driveway variance, and special‑use permits for food trucks, indoor batting cages, and a guest house, each with a 5‑0 vote. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved variance for drive‑through restaurant at Bulverde Rd & Heimer Cove (5‑0)
• Approved variance for driveway at 21 Inverness Court (5‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for four food trucks at 2545 Bulverde Rd (5‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for indoor batting cages at 29768 Bulverde Lane (5‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for guest house at 5163 Hawk Eye Drive (5‑0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is a notice of a potential quorum for an informal 'Coffee with the City' event on May 2, 2025. No formal business or action will be taken by the City Council; it is only an informational gathering. The agenda is purely procedural and contains no items for decision.

• Informal Coffee with the City event, 9:00–10:00 AM at Bulverde City Hall
• No formal votes, ordinances, rezonings, contracts, or public hearings scheduled
• Potential quorum notice posted as a precaution under the Texas Open Meetings Act

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is an informational gathering for the National Day of Prayer. The document states that no formal business or action will be conducted or taken by the City Council during this event.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will convene in executive session to review applications, conduct interviews, and select finalists for the city manager position. After the closed session, the council will discuss and consider appointing an interim city manager and take possible action on items discussed in executive session.

• Executive session to deliberate personnel matters for city manager position
• Action item: discuss and consider appointment of an interim city manager
• Consider and take possible action on additional items discussed in executive session

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Bulverde City Council at the Krawietz Park ribbon cutting ceremony. No formal business or action will be taken; it is an informal informational gathering. The event runs from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at 30580 Cougar Bend.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at Krawietz Park (30580 Cougar Bend) from 10:00-11:00 AM on April 30, 2025

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will convene an executive (closed) session to review applications, conduct interviews, and select finalists for the city manager position. Following the closed session, the council may take action on the matter. No other substantive items are on this agenda.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters for the city manager position (reviewing applications, conducting interviews, selecting finalists)

The council entered executive (closed) session to review applications, interview candidates, and select finalists for the City Manager position. When the session reconvened, the council recorded that no action was taken on any item discussed.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will hold an executive session to review applications, conduct interviews, and select finalists for the city manager position. Following the closed session, the council may take possible action on the matter discussed. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Executive session to deliberate on personnel matters for the city manager position (applications, interviews, selecting finalists)
• Possible action after executive session regarding the city manager selection

The council met in a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters related to reviewing applications, interviews, and selecting finalists for the City Manager position. After reconvening, the council recorded that no action was taken on any items discussed in the executive session. The meeting was then adjourned.

• No action taken on City Manager personnel matters discussed in executive session

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will convene in executive session to review applications, conduct interviews, and select finalists for the City Manager position. Following the closed session, the council may consider and take action on items discussed. No other substantive agenda items are listed; the remainder of the meeting is procedural.

• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 to deliberate on personnel matters for the City Manager position, including reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and selecting finalists.

The council met in executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the city manager selection. After reconvening, the council recorded that no action was taken on any items discussed. The meeting was adjourned at 4:19 PM.

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to approve a Special Use Permit for a church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W, which would amend the zoning map. The council will also convene in executive session to discuss legal and real property matters, with possible action afterward. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing and vote on Special Use Permit for church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W
• Executive session for legal consultation and real property discussion (Texas Gov't Code 551.071, 551.072)
• Possible action following executive session

The council voted to approve Ordinance #803 granting a Special Use Permit for a church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W, Spring Branch, TX 78070. The motion was made by Mayor Bill Krawietz, seconded by Council Member Mark Morkovsky, and carried with five ayes and no nays. The permit includes additional restrictions discussed in the meeting.

• Approved Ordinance #803 granting Special Use Permit for a church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W (5-0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will consider several items including a public hearing for a Special Use Permit to allow a bar/tavern/private club at 4400 US Hwy 281 N. They will also accept the annual audit for FY 2023-2024, hear a presentation on Comal County water issues, and discuss amendments to storm drainage standards. Additionally, they will consider replacement of the toddler playground at Bulverde Community Park.

• Public hearing and consideration of ordinance for Special Use Permit for bar/tavern/private club at 4400 US Hwy 281 N, Suite 1
• Consider acceptance of annual audit of City's Financial Statements for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for elevated water storage tank at 1015 E Ammann Rd
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for church or place of worship at 23494 State Hwy 46 W
• Consider resolution authorizing grant application for Officer Vest Upgrade Grant #53464-01

The council approved a special use permit for a bar/tavern at 4400 US Hwy 281 N and amended the storm drainage design criteria manual. It also approved the final proposal to replace the toddler playground at Bulverde Community Park. The FY 2023‑2024 financial audit was accepted, the consent agenda (including a grant application) was approved, and a church permit request was tabled.

• Approved consent agenda, including grant application (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Accepted FY 2023‑2024 financial audit (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved special use permit for bar/tavern at 4400 US Hwy 281 N (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled special use permit for church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved amendment to Storm Drainage Design Criteria Manual (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved replacement of toddler playground at Bulverde Community Park (6 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

This is a notice of a potential quorum for a Mayor's Town Hall Meeting on April 3, 2025. The event is informational only, and no formal business or action will be conducted by the City Council. Any discussion may lead to future properly posted meetings.

• Event is an informational Town Hall, not a regular council meeting
• No votes, ordinances, contracts, or formal decisions on the agenda

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold three public hearings and consider recommendations to the City Council on special use permits: an elevated water storage tank at 1015 E Ammann Rd, a church at 23494 State Hwy 46 W, and a bar/tavern accessory to Library Cigar Lounge at 4400 US Hwy 281 N. The commission also will approve meeting minutes from March 4, 2025.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for an elevated water storage tank (BBI Goldsmith) at 1015 E Ammann Rd
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a church (Community Bible Church) at 23494 State Hwy 46 W
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a bar/tavern/private club accessory to Library Cigar Lounge at 4400 US Hwy 281 N, Suite 1
• Approval of Planning & Zoning Commission meeting minutes from March 4, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved its February 4, 2025 minutes (7‑0). It approved a special use permit for a bar/tavern/private club accessory to the Library Cigar Lounge at 4400 US Hwy 281 N, Suite 1 (7‑0). It denied a special use permit for an elevated water storage tank at 1015 E Ammann Rd (7‑0) and denied a special use permit for a church or other place of worship at 23494 State Hwy 46 W (7‑0).

• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved special use permit for bar at Library Cigar Lounge, 4400 US Hwy 281 N (7‑0)
• Denied special use permit for elevated water storage tank at 1015 E Ammann Rd (7‑0)
• Denied special use permit for church/worship use at 23494 State Hwy 46 W (7‑0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will convene in executive session under Texas law to deliberate the appointment, employment, and duties of the City Manager. Following the closed session, the Council may take public action on matters discussed.

• Executive session to discuss City Manager appointment, employment, and duties (Texas Gov't Code §551.074)
• Possible public action on items discussed in executive session

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving the meeting summary from February 18, 2025, and receive updates from the City Council and City Manager. The agenda is largely procedural with no major votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of the February 18, 2025 meeting summary report
• City Council meeting update from board member Jessica
• City of Bulverde update from City Manager Charles West

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will hear a presentation on the proposed McCarty Ranch development at 31575 US HWY 281 N and hold public hearings on special use permits for live music and a food truck. They will also consider a variance, zoning amendments to buffer and setback requirements, discuss replacement of the toddler playground at Bulverde Community Park, and consider rescinding a directive for an operational assessment of the police department. Several reports and a consent agenda with routine items are also scheduled.

• Presentation on proposed McCarty Ranch development at 31575 US HWY 281 N
• Public hearing on special use permit for live music at 2471 Bulverde Rd
• Public hearing on special use permit for food truck at 4476 US HWY 281 N
• Public hearing on variance at 4820 US Hwy 281 N
• Discussion on possible rescission of directive for police department operational assessment

The Bulverde City Council approved four ordinances: a special use permit for live music at 2471 Bulverde Rd (Ordinance #797), a food truck permit at 4476 US HWY 281 N (Ordinance #798), a variance at 4820 US Hwy 281 N (Ordinance #799), and a zoning amendment allowing drainage facilities in buffer yards (Ordinance #800). The council also tabled the toddler playground replacement proposal and rescinded the directive to hire an outside consultant for a police department assessment. A presentation on the McCarty Ranch development was heard with no action taken.

• Approved live music special use permit at 2471 Bulverde Rd with time restrictions (6-0)
• Approved food truck special use permit at 4476 US HWY 281 N (6-0)
• Approved variance at 4820 US Hwy 281 N (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment permitting drainage facilities in buffer yards (6-0)
• Tabled toddler playground replacement proposal at Bulverde Community Park (6-0)
• Rescinded directive to retain outside consultant for police operational assessment (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 11 minutes and police racial profile report (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 31880 Jay Bird Lane. The request seeks to allow a guest house to be built 30 feet from the front property line instead of the required 50 feet. This follows a previous building permit that was revoked after being issued in error.

• Public hearing for a 20-foot front setback variance at 31880 Jay Bird Lane
• Request by Ortiz McKnight on behalf of Gary and Terri Shaner

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning code amendment to allow drainage and detention facilities within required buffer yards and building line setbacks. The commission will also consider variances for drainage requirements at 30595 Deerfield Terrace and for a car dealership at 4820 US Hwy 281 N, as well as special use permits for live music at 2471 Bulverde Rd and a food truck at 4476 US HWY 281 N. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Consider recommendation on variance for drainage/flood protection at 30595 Deerfield Terrace
• Public hearing on special use permit for live music at 2471 Bulverde Rd
• Public hearing on special use permit for food truck at 4476 US HWY 281 N
• Consider recommendation on variance for Ruiz Ranch Motors at 4820 US Hwy 281 N
• Public hearing on zoning amendment to permit drainage/detention facilities in buffer yards and setbacks

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit for live music at 2471 Bulverde Rd with conditions, and a Special Use Permit for a food truck at 4476 US HWY 281 N. They also recommended approval of a variance for Ruiz Ranch Motors at 4820 US Hwy 281 N, and recommended amending zoning rules to allow drainage facilities in buffer yards and setbacks. A variance request for 30595 Deerfield Terrace was tabled.

• Approved minutes from February 4, 2025 (7-0).
• Tabled variance request for 30595 Deerfield Terrace (7-0).
• Recommended approval of live music SUP at 2471 Bulverde Rd with conditions (7-0).
• Recommended approval of food truck SUP at 4476 US HWY 281 N (7-0).
• Recommended approval of variance for Ruiz Ranch Motors at 4820 US Hwy 281 N (7-0).
• Recommended amending Chapter 14 to permit drainage facilities in buffer yards and setbacks (7-0).

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The February 25, 2025, City Council meeting has been canceled. The only items on the agenda were a call to order, an executive session to discuss the police chief's evaluation and duties, and a possible action item following that session. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting canceled; no items considered

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City of Bulverde is conducting a drawing to determine the order of candidate names on the ballot for the May 3, 2025 election. This procedural event is scheduled for February 24, 2025, at 10:00am at Bulverde City Hall.

• Drawing for ballot placement for the May 3, 2025 election

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Bulverde Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting with updates from the City Council and staff, followed by general discussion of upcoming parks activities, project statuses, and related items. No action items, public hearings, or specific proposals are scheduled.

• General discussion on upcoming parks and recreation activities and project statuses

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Sunrise 2050 Comprehensive Plan and amending the Master Thoroughfare Plan. The council will also consider a zoning variance at 462 Singing Oaks, recognize a vacancy in Council Place 3, and order regular and special elections for May 3, 2025. Other items include a joint election agreement with Comal County and road maintenance using chip seal on Deerfield Terrace.

• Public hearing on adoption of the Sunrise 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Consider ordinance amending the City of Bulverde Master Thoroughfare Plan
• Public hearing on a variance request at 462 Singing Oaks
• Recognition of vacancy in City Council Place 3 and ordering a special election on May 3, 2025
• Discuss chip seal road maintenance on Deerfield Terrace

The City Council voted 6-0 to not renew the City Manager's contract, which expires May 24, 2025, and authorized written notice. The council also approved the Sunrise 2050 Comprehensive Plan, amended the Master Thoroughfare Plan, granted a variance at 462 Singing Oaks, and ordered regular and special elections for May 3, 2025. No action was taken on chip seal for Deerfield Terrace.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and investment report (6-0)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Sunrise 2050 (Ordinance #792) (6-0)
• Amended Master Thoroughfare Plan (Ordinance #793) (6-0)
• Granted variance at 462 Singing Oaks (Ordinance #794) (6-0)
• Recognized vacancy in Place 3 and ordered special election for May 3, 2025 (6-0)
• Ordered regular election for May 3, 2025 (Ordinance #795) (6-0)
• Approved joint election agreement with Comal County Clerk (6-0)
• Voted not to renew City Manager's contract (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of meeting minutes from January 7, 2025, and a variance request from Chick-fil-A for multiple sign code violations at 462 Singing Oaks. The applicant seeks to exceed the allowed number of attached signs, reduce the required spacing between menu boards from 18 to 16 feet, and permit six portable curbside parking stall identification signs. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of January 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Variance for one additional attached sign (total of five instead of allowed four)
• Variance to reduce menuboard spacing requirement from 18 feet to 16 feet
• Variance to allow six curbside parking stall identification signs (not permitted by current code)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the January 7, 2025 meeting minutes and recommended approval of a sign variance requested by Sign Remedy on behalf of Chick-fil-A at 462 Singing Oaks. Both motions passed 6-0. Two public comments were received but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Chick-fil-A sign variance at 462 Singing Oaks (6-0)

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will discuss possible amendments to the city's Home Rule Charter and provide staff direction on proposed ballot language for the May 3, 2025 election. The council will also accept the resignation of Council Member Charles Hughes (Place 3) and recognize a vacancy. Following a closed session on personnel matters, the council may appoint a Municipal Court Prosecutor and authorize the city manager to approve contract services.

• Discussion of possible amendments to the City of Bulverde Charter and direction on May 2025 ballot language
• Acceptance of resignation of Council Member Charles Hughes, Place 3, and recognition of vacancy
• Executive session to deliberate on the employment and compensation of the Municipal Court Prosecutor
• Consider appointment of a Municipal Court Prosecutor and authorize city manager to approve contract services

The Bulverde City Council held a workshop to discuss possible amendments to the City of Bulverde Home Rule Charter and provide staff direction on proposed language for the May 3, 2025 election ballot, but took no action. The council also discussed the resignation of Council Member Charles Hughes, Place 3, and the recognition of a vacancy, but took no action. No executive session was held, and no action was taken on the appointment of a Municipal Court Prosecutor. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions.

• No action taken on charter amendments discussion
• No action taken on resignation of Council Member Charles Hughes
• No action taken on appointment of Municipal Court Prosecutor

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and consider approving a special use permit for a free music concert series at Community Park on four dates in spring 2025. The board will also discuss and select proposals for toddler playground equipment at the same park. Additional items include a city council update, staff report, and general discussion on parks activities and projects.

• Special use permit request for Bulverde Musik in the Park concert series on March 22, April 6, April 26, and May 17, 2025
• Discussion and action on selection of proposals for toddler playground equipment at Community Park
• City council meeting update and city staff report

City Council Meeting Agendas & Information

The Bulverde City Council will consider the final report of the Charter Review Commission and hold public hearings on special use permits for guest houses at 31880 Jay Bird Ln and 31342 Smithson Valley Road, as well as variances at 4360 US HWY 281 N (steep slope cuts/fills) and 23061 Hwy 46 W. Other items include a development agreement amendment with JDM Hills, LLC, and a resolution to consent to inclusion in Kendall County Emergency Services District No. 1.

• Consider final report of City of Bulverde Charter Review Commission
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit at 31880 Jay Bird Ln (guest house)
• Public hearing for variance to cuts/fills steep slope ordinance at 4360 US HWY 281 N
• Consider resolution consenting to inclusion in Kendall County Emergency Services District No. 1
• Consider amendment to development agreement with Gerald H. Laubach / JDM Hills, LLC

The City Council approved all consent and regular agenda items, including a grant application for patrol vehicle upgrades, acceptance of the Charter Review Commission's final report, and several land-use permits and variances. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No action was taken on legal issues discussed in executive session.

• Approved minutes from Dec 10, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing grant application for Patrol Vehicle Upgrade Grant #53300-01 (5-0)
• Accepted Charter Review Commission Final Report, scheduled workshop by Feb 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for guest house at 31880 Jay Bird Ln (5-0)
• Approved variance for cuts/fills on steep slope at 4360 US HWY 281 N (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for guest house at 31342 Smithson Valley Road (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for single-family home at 5140 Hwy 281 N (5-0)
• Approved variance at 23061 Hwy 46 W (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Meeting Information

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request by John Young for a sign variance to replace a legal non-conforming sign with a new business name at 23061 State Hwy 46 W. The commission will also vote to approve minutes from its December 12, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request to Section 3.08.102(a)(4) & (5) of the City Code for an attached sign hanging below the roofline at 23061 State Hwy 46 W.
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the December 12, 2024 meeting minutes and recommended approval of a variance request by John Young for Young's Family Hair at 23061 State Hwy 46 W. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after 10 minutes.

• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for Young's Family Hair at 23061 State Hwy 46 W (7-0)

Charter Review Commision Meeting Agendas & Information

The Charter Review Commission will discuss the provisions of the City of Bulverde Home Rule Charter. The body will hold a public hearing to consider and take action on its final recommendation and report to the City Council.

• Discussion of City of Bulverde Home Rule Charter provisions
• Public hearing on the final recommendation and report to the City Council