Kerrville public meetings in 2021
29 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a new ordinance regarding parkland dedication for new residential developments. The agenda also includes approving contracts for library electrical upgrades and the purchase of an asphalt paver. Additionally, the council will review a permit request for a short-term rental on Robinson Avenue.
- $332,749 construction agreement with Klecka Electric Co., Inc. for library electrical upgrades
- Purchase of Holt Caterpillar AP600F Paver not to exceed $423,520.00
- Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 820 Robinson Avenue
- Ordinance No. 2022-01 regarding parkland dedication requirements
- Service area agreement with Aqua Texas for water utility service
The Kerrville City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 820 Robinson Avenue and passed the first reading of a parkland dedication ordinance for new residential development. The council also authorized a service area agreement with Aqua Texas, spread votes for the appraisal district board, and made several board appointments. No action was taken on some items, including the TIRZ board chair appointment, which was postponed.
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 820 Robinson Avenue (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-01 (parkland dedication) on first reading (5-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute service area agreement with Aqua Texas (5-0)
- Spread 661 votes for Kerr Central Appraisal District Board among seven candidates (5-0)
- Reappointed Megan Bean and appointed Melinda Stewart to Library Advisory Board (5-0)
- Did not reappoint Mark Prislovsky as Municipal Court Judge; reappointed Patrick Maguire as Presiding Judge (5-0)
- Appointed Kevin Bernhard, Abram Bueche, and Jeff Harris to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
- Postponed TIRZ Board chair appointment to January 11, 2022 meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission approved six Conditional Use Permits for short-term rentals at various addresses, denied one at 960 Prescott Street, and approved a convenience store with fuel sales. The commission also approved a zoning change from RT to PI for properties on Washington and Barnett Streets, and approved two annexation/zoning cases. All votes were 4-0.
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 205 Westminster Street (4-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 1796 Arcadia Loop (4-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 600 Woodlawn Ave (4-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 400 Lowry Street (4-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 1807 E Main Street (4-0)
- Denied CUP for short-term rental at 960 Prescott Street (4-0); owners appealed to City Council
- Approved CUP for convenience store with fuel sales at 100 Sidney Baker Street (4-0)
- Approved zoning change from RT to PI for properties on Washington and Barnett Streets (4-0)
City Council
The council will consider a $82,000 contract with Bureau Veritas to create a new parcel base map to improve GIS data accuracy. The meeting also includes the rejection of all bids for the Water Street Waterline Improvement project because they exceeded the budget. Additionally, the council will review short-term rental permits and discuss the timing of the next general election.
- $82,000 contract with Bureau Veritas for a new parcel base map
- Rejection of all bids for the Water Street Waterline Improvement project
- Short-term rental permits at 516 Florence Street and 1008 Tivy
- Resolution to cast votes for Kerr Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Discussion on the timing of the next Kerrville General Election
The Kerrville City Council approved two conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 516 Florence Street and 1008 Tivy, both by 5-0 votes. It also authorized a $82,000 contract with Bureau Veritas for a new parcel base map and rejected all bids for the Water Street Waterline Improvement project. A board appointment to the Building Board of Adjustment was tabled, and a resolution on appraisal district votes was tabled to a future executive session.
- Approved $82,000 contract with Bureau Veritas for new parcel base map (5-0)
- Rejected all bids for Water Street Waterline Improvement project (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 516 Florence Street (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 1008 Tivy (5-0)
- Tabled appointment to Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals
- Reappointed Marcus Willis, appointed Anthony Howard and Larry Wray to Food Service Advisory Board (5-0)
- Tabled resolution on Kerr Central Appraisal District Board votes to December 14 executive session
- Moved procedural rules amendments to a workshop (3-2)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 1.43-acre tract at 2141 Sidney Baker Street (Whataburger site) and approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 820 Robinson Ave., adding a condition limiting occupancy to 28 guests. A second short-term rental request at 205 Westminster St. was postponed because the applicant was absent. All votes were 6-0.
- Approved preliminary plat at 2141 Sidney Baker Street (6-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 820 Robinson Ave. with 28-guest occupancy limit (6-0)
- Postponed CUP for short-term rental at 205 Westminster St. due to applicant absence
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and public safety items. This includes a large construction contract for the Take-It-Easy RV Drainage project and the creation of a committee to study a new Public Safety Facility. The council will also consider zoning changes and various service agreements.
- $1,768,775.00 construction agreement for Take-It-Easy RV Drainage project
- Creation of a Public Safety Facility Bond Committee to study financing options
- Zoning change for 1478 State Highway 173 from commercial to residential
- $108,771.00 agreement with Tyler Technologies for police department systems
- $89,000.00 professional services agreement for street maintenance projects
The City Council approved a resolution creating a Public Safety Facility Bond Committee and appointed its members, after rejecting two proposed amendments. The Council also approved a $1,768,775 construction contract for the Take-It-Easy RV Drainage project, a $89,000 street maintenance engineering agreement, and several other items including a zoning change and an economic development incentive amendment.
- Adopted Resolution No. 48-2021 creating Public Safety Facility Bond Committee (5-0)
- Approved $1,768,775 construction contract with M&C Fonseca for RV Drainage project (5-0)
- Approved $89,000 professional services agreement with 6S Engineering for street maintenance (5-0)
- Approved zoning change at 1478 State Highway 173 from C-1 to R-1 (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Economic Development Incentive Agreement with 4th on the River (4-1)
- Approved Resolution No. 44-2021 amending Main Street Advisory Board membership (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 49-2021 for Solid Waste Pass-Through Grant application (5-0)
- Approved $108,771 Tyler Technologies subscription license agreement (5-0)
City Council
The council will consider a zoning change for 1478 State Highway 173 and an ambulance purchase not exceeding $238,750. The agenda also includes a contract for the AMI project phase II and participation in the Texas Opioid Settlement.
- Purchase of one Type 1 Ambulance up to $238,750
- Rezoning 1478 State Highway 173 from commercial to residential
- Master Project Agreement with Core & Main LP for AMI project phase II up to $275,000
- Participation in the Texas Opioid Settlement
- Grant application for emergency power generators at City facilities
The Kerrville City Council approved a Master Project Agreement with Core & Main LP for phase II of the AMI project, not to exceed $275,000. The council also adopted ordinances on first and second reading, including a zoning change and a committee membership reduction, and authorized applications for a hazard mitigation grant and the Texas Opioid Settlement.
- Approved $238,750 ambulance purchase via BuyBoard (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 47-2021 canceling Nov 23 and Dec 28 meetings (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-27 rezoning 1478 State Highway 173 from C-1 to R-1 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-26 reducing Senior Services Advisory Committee to 9 members (5-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute Core & Main AMI agreement up to $275,000 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 45-2021 for Hazard Mitigation Grant application (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 46-2021 for Texas Opioid Settlement participation (5-0)
- Scheduled future agenda items including Public Safety Complex Committee and Dark Sky resolution (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission recommended annexation of the Cibola Trails property with RE zoning, despite a motion to recommend RE zoning that carried 5-2. It also approved the Town Creek at Holdsworth plat with conditions, recommended approval of two short-term rental conditional use permits, and denied a sign variance for Hobby Lobby. Minutes from August and September were postponed.
- Approved Preliminary & Final Plat for Town Creek at Holdsworth with conditions (7-0).
- Denied sign variance for Kerrville Hobby Lobby at 2105 Sidney Baker Street (0-7).
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 1008 Tivy Street (7-0).
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 516 Florence Street (7-0).
- Recommended annexation of Cibola Trails property with RE zoning (5-2).
- Postponed approval of August 5, 2021 minutes until next meeting.
- Postponed approval of September 2, 2021 minutes until next meeting.
City Council
The Council will consider adopting a comprehensive rewrite of the City's Subdivision Code and amendments to a Planned Development District near Thompson Drive. The agenda also includes approving the Kerr Emergency 9-1-1 Network budget for fiscal year 2022. Additionally, officials will discuss police officer evaluation contracts and COVID-19 preparedness.
- Adoption of a comprehensive rewrite of the City's Subdivision Code
- Approval of the $442,000 Kerr Emergency 9-1-1 Network budget for FY 2022
- Police officer evaluation contract not to exceed $4,500 annually
- Reducing Senior Services Advisory Committee membership to nine members
- Amending the Planned Development District for 'The Landing' near Thompson Drive
The Kerrville City Council adopted a comprehensive rewrite of the Subdivision Code (Ordinance 2021-24) and approved a paid quarantine leave policy for emergency personnel. It also passed ordinances on first and second readings, made several board appointments, and tabled a motion on procedural rules for meetings.
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-24, comprehensive Subdivision Code rewrite (5-0)
- Approved paid quarantine leave policy for fire, police, EMS personnel (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-25, Planned Development District amendment on Thompson Drive (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-26, reducing Senior Services Advisory Committee to 9 members (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 9-1-1 budget and police evaluation contract (5-0)
- Approved motion requiring written changes before voting on procedural rules (4-1)
- Appointed Mayor Blackburn as TML delegate and committee for Municipal Court Judge evaluations (5-0)
- Reappointed/appointed members to Senior Services, Main Street, TIRZ, and Zoning boards (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 annual budget and the ad valorem tax rate. The agenda also includes a first reading of a new Subdivision Code and several requests for short-term rental permits.
- Adoption of the FY 2022 annual budget (Ordinance No. 2021-20)
- Adoption of the FY 2022 ad valorem tax rate (Ordinance No. 2021-21)
- $77,425.00 purchase for a Carver Park playground shade structure
- First reading of a comprehensive rewrite of the City Subdivision Code
- Conditional Use Permits for short-term rentals at 414 W. Water, 604 E. Shady, and 1220 Aransas
The Kerrville City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and levied a property tax rate of $0.5093, a 4.6% increase over the previous year, both by 5-0 votes. The Council also approved three conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 414 W. Water, 604 E. Shady, and 1220 Aransas, and passed a first reading of a comprehensive rewrite of the Subdivision Code. Additionally, the Council approved a policy to set water and wastewater fees for fiscal years 2023-2026 and made appointments to the Youth Leadership Academy.
- Approved the FY2022 annual budget on second reading (5-0).
- Ratified the vote to adopt a budget requiring more property tax revenue than the previous year (5-0).
- Approved a property tax rate of $0.5093, a 4.6% increase, for FY2022 (5-0).
- Approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 414 W. Water (Resolution 40-2021, 5-0).
- Approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 604 E. Shady (Resolution 41-2021, 5-0).
- Approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 1220 Aransas (Resolution 42-2021, 4-0).
- Approved the Subdivision Code rewrite on first reading (Ordinance 2021-24, 5-0).
- Approved an amendment to a Planned Development District near Thompson Drive without Zoning C-3 (Ordinance 2021-25, 5-0).
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission approved preliminary plats for Brinks Crossing, Bluebell Estates Phase II, and Weston Homeplace Phase II, and approved a zoning change at 1478 Bandera Highway from C-1 to R-1. A request to annex and rezone property at 700 and 701 Coronado Drive was postponed to the next meeting. The minutes from August 5, 2021, were not approved due to a system update, and one final plat was withdrawn by the applicant.
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Brinks Crossing (Case 2021-057) (6-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Bluebell Estates Phase II (Case 2021-058) (5-1)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Weston Homeplace Phase II (Case 2021-059) (6-0)
- Approved zoning change from C-1 to R-1 at 1478 Bandera Highway (Case PZ-2021-19) (6-0)
- Postponed annexation and zoning change for 700 and 701 Coronado Drive (Case PZ-2021-20) (6-0)
- Withdrawn: Final Plat for Riverside Place (Case 2021-056)
- Postponed approval of August 5, 2021 minutes
City Council
The City Council will review the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 annual budget and a new ad valorem tax levy. The council will also consider an ordinance for issuing up to $7,000,000 in certificates of obligation.
- Adoption of FY2022 annual budget and ad valorem tax levy
- Issuance of up to $7,000,000 in Certificates of Obligation
- $114,640.03 contract for Tranquility Island 'Light the Island' project
- $369,730.00 stair replacement at Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
- Zoning changes for 3210 Riverside Drive and 501 Florence
The council approved the FY2022 budget and a property tax rate of $0.5093, a 4.6% increase, both by 5-0 votes. It also approved several construction contracts, including library projects, and adopted two zoning changes. A $7 million bond ordinance was postponed due to a valid petition.
- Adopted FY2022 budget (Ordinance 2021-20) (5-0)
- Approved property tax rate of $0.5093, a 4.6% increase (Ordinance 2021-21) (5-0)
- Approved $114,640.03 construction agreement for Tranquility Island lighting (5-0)
- Approved $369,730.00 library stair replacement contract (5-0)
- Rejected all bids for library HVAC & lighting replacement (5-0)
- Approved $283,200.00 library HVAC replacement contract (5-0)
- Approved $865,000 tax note issuance (Ordinance 2021-23) (5-0)
- Rezoned 3210 Riverside Drive to C-3 and 501 Florence to C-1 (both 5-0)
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget and consider a resolution regarding the 2021 property tax rate. The agenda also includes public hearings for zoning changes and a short-term rental permit.
- Resolution No. 36-2021: Short-term rental permit at 1221 Park Street
- Ordinance No. 2021-18: Rezoning 3210 Riverside Drive to C-3
- Ordinance No. 2021-19: Rezoning 501 Florence to C-1
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2022 Proposed Budget
- Resolution No. 37-2021: Setting the property tax rate for consideration
The Kerrville City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 1221 Park, rezoned 3210 Riverside Drive from R-1 to C-3, and rezoned 501 Florence from RT to C-1 on first reading. The council also set a proposed property tax rate of $0.5093 per $100 of assessed value for the 2021 tax year, with a public hearing to follow. All votes were unanimous 5-0.
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 1221 Park (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3210 Riverside Drive from R-1 to C-3 (5-0)
- Approved first reading of rezoning of 501 Florence from RT to C-1 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 37-2021 setting proposed tax rate of $0.5093 (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission approved all items on the agenda, including four subdivision plats, three conditional use permits for short-term rentals, and a Planned Development District zoning amendment. All votes were unanimous, with one commissioner recused from the zoning amendment vote. The commission also discussed public notice procedures and recommended establishing a policy to post signs for planning cases.
- Approved Schmidt Hill preliminary plat with conditions (7-0)
- Approved Residence at Ridgehill Apartments preliminary and final plat with conditions (7-0)
- Approved Hunter Hill Subdivision final plat with conditions (7-0)
- Approved Meeker Road Subdivision Unit 1 final plat with conditions (7-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 414 West Water Street (7-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 604 East Shady Drive (7-0)
- Approved CUP for short-term rental at 1220 Aransas Street (7-0)
- Approved Planned Development District amendment for The Landing Subdivision (6-0, Patterson recused)
City Council
The Kerrville City Council approved a $267,949 slurry seal contract with Viking Construction, a $125,481.29 artificial turf purchase for the Sports Complex, and amended minutes to add a vote tally. It also passed ordinances on second reading for rezoning at 3008 Riverside Drive and annexing 5.556 acres at 160/170 Lehmann Drive, plus resolutions approving the Kerr Central Appraisal District's FY2022 budget and a benefit trust fund transfer. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved $267,949 slurry seal contract with Viking Construction (5-0)
- Approved $125,481.29 artificial turf purchase from Tarkett USA (5-0)
- Amended July 13, 2021 minutes to add vote tally (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-16 rezoning 3008 Riverside Drive to R-1 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-17 annexing 5.556 acres at 160/170 Lehmann Drive (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 35-2021 for Kerr CAD FY2022 budget (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 34-2021 for benefit trust fund transfer up to $8,815 per employee (5-0)
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City Council
The Kerrville City Council will review ordinances for land annexation on Lehmann Drive and rezoning on Riverside Drive. The agenda also includes the potential sale of city property at 127 Village Dr and a request to create a new emergency services district.
- Annexation of approximately 5.556 acres at 160 and 170 Lehmann Drive
- Rezoning of 3008 Riverside Drive from Planned Development District to Single-Family Residential
- Sale of City property located at 127 Village Dr
- Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 205 Starkey
- Request for the creation of Center Point Emergency Services District #3
The Kerrville City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 205 Starkey and another for an RV/trailer park at 601 Spur 100. It also approved first readings of ordinances to rezone 3008 Riverside Drive to single-family residential and to annex about 5.56 acres at 160 and 170 Lehmann Drive. The council approved the sale of city property at 127 Village Dr., a resolution urging TxDOT to reinstate airport grant funding, and a request to support the creation of Center Point Emergency Services District #3. Consent agenda items 4B, 4D, and 4E were approved, while minutes from June 22 were approved with a failed amendment.
- Approved Resolution 30-2021 granting a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 205 Starkey (5-0).
- Approved Resolution 31-2021 granting a conditional use permit for an RV/trailer park at 601 Spur 100 (5-0).
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-16 to rezone 3008 Riverside Drive from PDD to R-1 (5-0).
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-17 to annex about 5.56 acres at 160 and 170 Lehmann Drive (5-0).
- Approved sale of city property at 127 Village Dr. (5-0).
- Approved Resolution 33-2021 urging TxDOT to reinstate airport grant funding (5-0).
- Approved request to support creation of Center Point Emergency Services District #3 (5-0).
- Approved consent items 4B, 4D, and 4E; approved June 22 minutes with a failed amendment (4-1).
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City Council
The City Council will consider contracts for street repairs and artificial turf installation at the sports complex. The agenda also includes reviews of property rezoning, land annexation, and the appraisal district budget.
- $267,949.00 contract with Viking Construction, Inc. for street repairs
- $125,481.29 purchase of artificial turf for Kerrville Sports Complex
- Rezoning 3008 Riverside Drive to Single-Family Residential (R-1)
- Annexation of approximately 5.556 acres at 160 and 170 Lehmann Drive
- Review of the Kerr Central Appraisal District FY2022 budget
City Council
The Kerrville City Council approved three items: the annexation of two tracts in the Comanche Trace Residential Development with R-2 zoning, a zoning change for 601 Spur 100 from Public/Institutional to Residential Mix, and a resolution authorizing publication of notice for certificates of obligation to finance public safety and judicial facilities. The council also accepted a $100,000 donation for Light the Island and approved the consent agenda. No action was taken on a petition for an Emergency Services District, which will be discussed at the July 13 meeting.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-14 (second reading) to annex two tracts in Comanche Trace Residential Development and adopt R-2 zoning, 5-0.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-15 (second reading) to rezone 601 Spur 100 from Public/Institutional to Residential Mix, 5-0.
- Approved Resolution No. 29-2021 authorizing publication of notice for certificates of obligation for public safety and judicial facilities, 4-1 (Garcia opposed).
- Approved the Consent Agenda, including minutes from June 8 and June 15 workshops and the June 8 council meeting, 5-0.
- Accepted a $100,000 donation from the Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation for Light the Island.
- Took no action on the Center Point Emergency Services District petition; deferred to July 13, 2021 meeting.
City Council
The City Council will review the annexation of land in Comanche Trace and zoning updates for properties on Spur 100 and Rawson. The agenda also includes approving street maintenance contracts and funding for local tourism events.
- Annexation of approximately 152 acres within Comanche Trace into city limits
- $368,708.23 construction agreement with Hayden Paving, Inc. for street maintenance
- $140,816.00 change order for Water Plant Improvements
- $25,000 maximum reimbursement for the Kerrville Triathlon Festival
- Zoning change for 601 Spur 100 from Public and Institutional to Residential Mix
The Kerrville City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 222 Rawson, with conditions, by a 4-1 vote. The council also approved a variance for a restaurant at 208 Cully Drive, annexation of land in Comanche Trace, and a zoning change for 601 Spur 100. All other items on the consent agenda and resolutions passed unanimously.
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 222 Rawson with conditions (4-1)
- Approved variance for restaurant at 208 Cully Drive (5-0)
- Approved annexation of Comanche Trace tracts and R-2 zoning on first reading (5-0)
- Approved zoning change for 601 Spur 100 from PI to RM on first reading (5-0)
- Adopted FY2021 budget amendment on second reading (5-0)
- Approved hotel occupancy tax agreement with High Five Events with amendments (5-0)
- Approved $368,708.23 street maintenance contract with Hayden Paving (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 4B, 4C, 4D, 4F, 4G, 4H (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will review a zoning change for 1555 Highway 173 and an amendment to the fiscal year 2021 budget. The agenda also includes contracts for street reconstruction and fireworks displays. Additionally, the council will consider grant applications for local transportation improvements.
- Rezoning 1555 Highway 173 from Agriculture to Multifamily Residential (R-3)
- $78,000 contract with Rock Engineering & Testing Laboratory for street reconstruction
- $50,634.63 fireworks contract with Magic in the Sky, LLC
- Fee waivers for the Kerrville Chalk Festival at Peterson Plaza
- TxDOT grant applications for school and highway improvements
The Kerrville City Council approved a rezoning of a 7.158-acre tract at 1555 Highway 173 from Agriculture (AG) to Multifamily Residential (R-3) on second reading. The council also approved a $78,000 engineering contract for the 2021 Reconstruction Streets project, a resolution allowing internal combustion engines on Nimitz Lake for the Kerrville Triathlon, and a restated interlocal agreement for the Joint Airport Board. A motion to approve two school-related transportation alternative resolutions failed for lack of a second, but a broader motion including all three resolutions passed 4-1.
- Approved rezoning at 1555 Highway 173 to R-3 Multifamily Residential (5-0)
- Approved $78,000 engineering contract with Rock Engineering for 2021 Reconstruction Streets (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-2021 allowing internal combustion engines on Nimitz Lake for triathlon (5-0)
- Approved Resolutions 24-26 supporting TxDOT Transportation Alternatives applications (4-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-13 amending FY2021 budget on first reading (5-0)
- Approved restated Interlocal Agreement for Joint Airport Board (5-0)
- Re-appointed Danny Almond and Greg Richards, appointed Gregg Appel and Kim Clarkson to Economic Improvement Corporation (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will declare the results of the May 1, 2021, General Election and administer oaths of office. The council will also consider rezoning 1555 Highway 173 from Agriculture to Multifamily Residential. Additionally, the meeting includes recognizing departing Parks Advisory Board members and appointing a new Mayor Pro Tem.
- Rezoning of 1555 Highway 173 from Agriculture to Multifamily Residential
- Declaration of May 1, 2021, General Election results
- Recognition of departing Parks Advisory Board members
- Appointment of a new Mayor Pro Tem
- Appointment of a new Joint Airport Board member
The council canvassed the May 1 election results, swore in new and re-elected members, and approved a zoning change for 1555 Highway 173 from Agriculture to Multifamily Residential on first reading. They also appointed John Major to the Joint Airport Board and reappointed Kim Clarkson as Mayor Pro Tem. In executive session, the council voted 4-1 to appoint E.A. Hoppe as City Manager effective June 1, 2021, with an employment agreement to be negotiated and brought back for approval.
- Approved Resolution No. 21-2021 canvassing election results (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-10 rezoning 1555 Highway 173 to R-3 on first reading (5-0)
- Appointed John Major to the Joint Airport Board (5-0)
- Reappointed Kim Clarkson as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
- Appointed E.A. Hoppe as City Manager effective June 1, 2021 (4-1)
- Motion to open up City Manager appointment process failed for lack of second
City Council
The City Council will consider zoning changes for properties on Peterson Farm Road and Barnett Street. The agenda also includes professional service agreements for Westminster Street utility improvements and Highway 16 traffic projects. Additionally, the council will review a lease for two police vehicles and an agreement with Kerrville ISD for school resource officers.
- Zoning change at 327 Peterson Farm Road from R-1 to RM
- Zoning change at 716 Barnett Street from RT to C-1
- $108,740 contract with 6S Engineering for Westminster Street utility improvements
- $35,435 contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates for Hwy 16 traffic improvements
- Lease of two police vehicles not to exceed $78,000
The Kerrville City Council approved two zoning ordinance changes on second reading, reclassifying properties at 327 Peterson Farm Road and 716 Barnett Street. The council also approved professional services agreements for the Westminster Street utility improvements and the Hwy 16 pedestrian and traffic improvements projects. All votes were 4-0.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-11 rezoning 327 Peterson Farm Road from R-1 to RM (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-12 rezoning 716 Barnett Street from RT to C-1 (4-0)
- Approved $108,740 professional services agreement with 6S Engineering for Westminster Street project (4-0)
- Approved $35,435 professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn for Hwy 16 project (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including police vehicle lease, school resource officer agreement, and meeting minutes (4-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider a construction contract for the 2021 Street Reconstruction project and several zoning changes. The agenda also includes community awards and a proclamation regarding age-friendly community status.
- $4,196,029.00 contract for 2021 Street Reconstruction project
- $125,650.71 for emergency repairs to the Olympic Pool
- Zoning change for 327 Peterson Farm Road from R-1 to RM
- Conditional use permit for a dwelling at 1517 E. Main Street
- Grant application for Kerrville Police Department portable radios
The Kerrville City Council approved a $4,196,029 construction agreement with Alamo City Constructors for the 2021 Street Reconstruction project. The council also approved two conditional use permits (one for a single-family dwelling with accessory unit at 1517 E. Main St., one for a short-term rental at 821 Robinson Ave.), and passed first readings of two zoning ordinance changes (327 Peterson Farm Rd. to Residential Mix, and 821 Barnett St. to Neighborhood Commercial). All votes were 5-0. The council also approved $125,650.71 in emergency repairs to the Olympic Pool and a grant application for police radios. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.
- Approved $4,196,029 construction agreement with Alamo City Constructors for 2021 Street Reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved $125,650.71 emergency repairs to Olympic Pool via BuyBoard contract (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for dwelling with accessory unit at 1517 E. Main St. (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 821 Robinson Ave. (5-0)
- Approved first reading of zoning change for 327 Peterson Farm Rd. from R-1 to Residential Mix (5-0)
- Approved first reading of zoning change for 821 Barnett St. from RT to C-1 (5-0)
- Approved grant application for portable police radios (5-0)
- Approved minutes from March 23, 2021 workshop and regular meeting (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program application. The agenda also includes a proposal to create a Public Health Task Force and a $100,000 funding agreement for electrical infrastructure on Tranquility Island. Additionally, council members will review ordinances to close specific public rights-of-way.
- $100,000 funding agreement for Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation
- Resolutions regarding the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program
- Creation of a Public Health Task Force as an Ad Hoc Board
- Ordinance to close right-of-way at 304 and 400 Meadow View Lane
- Ordinance to close an alley at 615 Elm Street
The Kerrville City Council approved all items on the agenda, including consent agenda items, two ordinances vacating public rights-of-way, resolutions for a Community Development Block Grant application, creation of a Public Health Task Force, a $100,000 funding agreement for electrical infrastructure on Tranquility Island, and appointments to the Parks and Recreation Board. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved consent agenda items 4A, 4B, 4D, 4E, and 4F (including election judges, grant agreement amendment, and minutes) 5-0.
- Approved item 4C, amendment to Economic Development Grant Agreement with James Avery Craftsman, Inc., 5-0.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-07, vacating a portion of public right-of-way near Meadow View Lane, 5-0.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2021-09, vacating a .30 acre alley at 615 Elm Street, 5-0.
- Approved Resolutions No. 13-2021, 14-2021, and 15-2021 for Texas Community Development Block Grant application, 5-0.
- Approved Resolution No. 16-2021 creating a Public Health Task Force, 5-0.
- Approved $100,000 funding agreement for electrical infrastructure on Tranquility Island, 5-0.
- Reappointed Charles Hueber and Wayne Uecker, and newly appointed David Bartels, Morgan Bond, Erik Silvius, and Karen Yanez to the Parks and Recreation Board, 5-0.
City Council
The City Council will consider a first reading for an ordinance to rezone 15.51 acres at 199 Spur 100 from R-2 to Residential Mix. The council will also review a grant application for a tactical micro robot system for the police department. A proclamation for March for Meals Month is also scheduled.
- Rezoning of 15.51 acres at 199 Spur 100 to Residential Mix
- Grant application for a tactical micro robot/recon throwbot system up to $26,656
- Proclamation for the 18th Annual March for Meals Month
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss COVID-19 response, recognize winter storm responders, and consider several infrastructure agreements. This includes approving street ownership transfers and wastewater improvements. The council will also review settlement terms with Lonestar Inn.
- $590,918.00 construction agreement for the Loop 534 Ellenberger Well project
- $518,317.00 professional service agreement for Knapp Wastewater Infrastructure improvements
- Resolution to accept ownership of private streets in Keystone Section Three
- Ordinance to close a portion of the right-of-way on Meadow View Lane
- Settlement agreement between Lonestar Inn and the City of Kerrville
The Kerrville City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including first readings of ordinances to vacate public rights-of-way on Meadow View Lane and Elm Street, a resolution accepting private streets in Keystone Section Three, a construction agreement for the Loop 534 Ellenberger Well project, a professional services agreement for Knapp Wastewater Infrastructure design, and a settlement with Lone Star Inn. The council also reappointed Bill Thomas to the Kerrville Public Utility Board and authorized litigation against Mark Rowan for fire hydrant damage.
- Approved consent agenda items 4A, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F (interlocal agreement, minutes) 5-0
- Approved item 4B, local agreement with 198th District Attorney's Office for forfeited contraband, 5-0
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-07 vacating right-of-way on Meadow View Lane, with staff notice to property owners, 5-0
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-09 vacating alley at 615 Elm Street, 5-0
- Approved Resolution 10-2021 accepting private streets (Wilmington Ave, Creswell Ln, Roanoke Ln) in Keystone Section Three, 5-0
- Approved construction agreement with J&K Utility Services for Loop 534 Ellenberger Well project ($590,918), 5-0
- Authorized City Manager to execute professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols for Knapp Wastewater Infrastructure design ($518,317), 5-0
- Approved settlement with Lone Star Inn and authorized City Manager to execute, 5-0; also authorized litigation against Mark Rowan for fire hydrant damage, 5-0
City Council
The City Council will review the city's response to recent severe winter weather and consider extending a local disaster declaration. The agenda includes a request from Republic Services to bring out-of-county waste to the Transfer Station. Additionally, officials will consider a large purchase of Taser devices and training.
- Purchase of 60 Taser electronic control devices and training for up to $191,480.60
- Extension of the local disaster declaration regarding the February winter weather event
- Republic Services request to transport out-of-county waste into the Transfer Station
- Seventh Amendment to the Comanche Trace Ranch and Golf Club development agreement
- Acceptance of the audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2020
The Kerrville City Council approved the purchase of 60 Taser electronic control devices and training from Axon Enterprise Inc for a total price not to exceed $191,480.60. The council also approved the audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2020, a seventh amendment to the Comanche Trace Ranch and Golf Club development agreement, and a consent agenda that extended the winter weather disaster declaration and approved grant terms. No action was taken on the item discussed in executive session.
- Approved purchase of 60 Taser devices and training from Axon Enterprise Inc for $191,480.60
- Approved and accepted the audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2020
- Authorized the City Manager to finalize and execute the Seventh Amendment to the Comanche Trace Ranch and Golf Club Development Agreement
- Approved consent agenda items 4A, 4C, and 4D, including extending the winter weather disaster declaration and approving grant terms
- Approved item 4B, Republic Services request to transport out-of-county waste into the Transfer Station
- Took no action on the item discussed in executive session regarding West Texas Aggregate, LLC
City Council
The City Council will discuss a resolution supporting an application for affordable rental housing through the low income housing tax credit program. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding Library Advisory Board membership.
- Resolution supporting OPG Holdsworth Partners, LLC affordable housing application
- Ordinance to increase Library Advisory Board membership to six members
- Zoning waiver request for property at Quinlan Street and McFarland Street
- Community Service Agreement with Doyle School Community Center for renovations
- License agreement with Kerrville Farmer's Market
The Kerrville City Council approved a resolution supporting an affordable housing tax credit application, expanded the Library Advisory Board, and appointed members to boards. It also directed staff to address impacts of a rock crusher operation. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-08 expanding Library Advisory Board to six members (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 11-2021 supporting OPG Holdsworth Partners affordable housing application (5-0)
- Appointed Bev Avery to Library Advisory Board (5-0)
- Appointed Councilmember Brenda Hughes to Playhouse 2000 Board (5-0)
- Directed staff to protect interests regarding West Texas Aggregate operation (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Doyle School renovation agreement and Farmer's Market license (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances, including the adoption of 2018 International Building and Fire Codes. The agenda also includes a development agreement with Heart of the Hills Heritage Center and a vehicle purchase.
- Adoption of 2018 International Building and Fire Codes
- Development Agreement with Heart of the Hills Heritage Center
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford Transit Van for $94,207.60
- Annexation of 33.81 acres on Loop 534
- Naming the park at 1001 Mallard Way as "Granger MacDonald Park"
The Kerrville City Council approved all consent agenda items and several resolutions and ordinances, all by 5-0 votes. Key actions included adopting the 2018 International Building and Residential Codes, annexing a 33.81-acre tract on Loop 534, and naming a park at 1001 Mallard Way as Granger MacDonald Park. The council also approved a $94,207.60 purchase for a Neighborhood Enhancement Vehicle and authorized a water/wastewater master plan update.
- Approved consent agenda including water CCN decertification and audit agreement (5-0)
- Named park at 1001 Mallard Way as Granger MacDonald Park (5-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance expanding Library Advisory Board to 6 members (5-0)
- Annexed 33.81 acres in 3200 block of Loop 534 (5-0)
- Vacated alley between Francisco Lemos and Hays streets (5-0)
- Adopted 2018 International Building, Residential, Fire, and related codes (5-0)
- Set fence permit fee at $80, waived violation penalties for first year (5-0)
- Approved $94,207.60 purchase of 2021 Ford Transit Van for library services (5-0)
City Council
The Kerrville City Council will meet virtually to consider several updates to city building and fire safety codes. The agenda also includes requests for new heavy equipment purchases and land annexation.
- Purchase of two International dump trucks up to $201,252.00
- Purchase of a Vac-Con sewer vacuum truck up to $377,735.75
- Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo shop at 215 Water Street
- Annexation of approximately 33.81 acres on Loop 534
- Adoption of 2018 International Building and Residential Codes
The Kerrville City Council approved a consent agenda including equipment purchases and a river trail study, granted conditional use permits for a tattoo shop and a short-term rental, and passed first readings of ordinances adopting 2018 building and fire codes. The council also approved annexations, a $1,033,455 construction contract for the Guadalupe River Utility Crossing, and made board appointments. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda 4A-4J (5-0), including $201,252 dump trucks and $377,735.75 sewer vacuum truck
- Granted conditional use permit for tattoo shop at 215 Water Street (5-0)
- Granted conditional use permit for short-term rental at 900 Tivy Street (5-0)
- Approved first reading of 2018 building, fire, and related codes (5-0)
- Approved annexation of 33.81 acres on Loop 534 (5-0)
- Approved $1,033,455 construction contract for Guadalupe River Utility Crossing (5-0)
- Approved resolution urging review of quarry air quality permit (5-0)
- Made appointments to Building Board, Library Board, Recovery Coalition, and Zoning Board (5-0)