fairoaksranch-tx public meetings in 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The body is also deciding on agreements for public safety software, strategic planning, and road maintenance.

• Reducing maximum speed limits to 30 mph on Silver Spur Trail and Post Oak Trail
• First reading of an ordinance amending the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025
• Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for public safety software solutions
• Interlocal Agreement with Bexar County for repair and maintenance of Old Fredericksburg Road
• Agreement with The Mejorando Group for Strategic Planning Facilitation and Plan Development

City Council Regular Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2025, to approve routine items, discuss compensation studies, and consider zoning and speed limit changes. The agenda includes second readings for zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for 329 Ammann Road, a speed limit reduction on Silver Spur Trail and Post Oak Trail, and adoption of a compensation study.

• Second reading of zoning amendment for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road to Community Facilities (CF)
• Second reading of comprehensive plan amendment for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road to Community Facilities (CF)
• First reading of ordinance reducing speed limit on Silver Spur Trail and Post Oak Trail to 30 mph
• Adoption of 2025 Certified Tax Roll resolution
• Approval of engagement letters for Municipal Court Prosecutor and Alternate Prosecutor positions

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the second reading of ordinances to designate land at 329 Ammann Road as Community Facilities, a speed limit reduction on Silver Spur and Post Oak Trails to 30 mph, the 2025 Certified Tax Roll, and other items. The council also approved a resolution adopting the Compensation and Classification Study Final Report and a resolution amending the Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn for the Elevated Storage Tank project. During the workshop, the council directed staff to bring forward a future item to formally approve a speed limit reduction on No Le Hace.

• Approved consent agenda including land use and zoning for 329 Ammann Road as Community Facilities (7-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction to 30 mph on Silver Spur and Post Oak Trails (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Certified Tax Roll (7-0)
• Approved resolution adopting Compensation and Classification Study Final Report (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Kimley-Horn agreement for Elevated Storage Tank project (7-0)
• Directed staff to bring forward speed limit reduction on No Le Hace for formal approval

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to designate approximately 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road as Community Facilities. The body will also discuss a $10,000 donation for the Oak Wilt Program and review a compensation and classification study.

• Public hearing and possible ordinance to designate 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road as Community Facilities (CF)
• Resolution to accept a $10,000 donation from Fair Oaks Ranch Homeowners Association for the Oak Wilt Program
• Possible action to amend Capital Improvements Advisory Committee Rules of Procedure and appoint Chair and Vice Chair
• Workshop on SAWS Emergency Interconnect Project and Compensation and Classification Study
• Discussion on speed limits for Post Oak Trail and Silver Spur Trail

The City Council approved the first reading of ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone approximately 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road to Community Facilities (CF), both by 7-0 votes. The council also approved appointments to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee, amended its rules, and accepted a $10,000 donation for the Oak Wilt Program. During the workshop, the council directed staff to prepare an ordinance reducing speed limits on Post Oak and Silver Spur Trails to 30 mph and to prepare a resolution accepting the Compensation and Classification Study report.

• Approved first reading of Comprehensive Plan amendment to Community Facilities for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance designating 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road as Community Facilities (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing Chris Weigand as Chair and Gary Miller as Vice Chair of Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Capital Improvements Advisory Committee Rules of Procedure (7-0)
• Approved resolution accepting $10,000 donation from Fair Oaks Ranch Homeowners Association for Oak Wilt Program (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October 16, 2025 minutes and cancellation of January 1, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will meet to select a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The committee will also discuss a proposed submittal checklist and receive a status report on ongoing transportation safety submittals.

• Selection of Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Proposed Transportation Safety Advisory Committee submittal checklist
• Status report of ongoing Transportation Safety Submittals

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will review semiannual impact fee recommendations, hear updates on water and wastewater capital projects, and consider amendments to its rules of procedure. The meeting includes routine approval of past minutes and a public forum for citizen comments.

• Semiannual Report and Impact Fee Recommendations from June 2025
• Amended CIAC Rules of Procedure for City Council recommendation
• Capital Improvements Advisory Committee nominees for Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Water Plant 5 Ground Storage Tank project update
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 Expansion update

City Council Regular Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Public Safety Training Room at the Police Station. The agenda includes routine approvals, ordinance readings, and discussions on policy updates, infrastructure changes, and community initiatives.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Unified Development Code with comprehensive policy changes
• Second reading of ordinance reducing Rolling Acres Trail speed limit to 30 mph between Ammann Road and Silver Spur Trail
• Amendment to Financial Management Policy and reaffirmation of Investment Policy
• Consideration of ordinance requiring survey and drainage analysis for driveways passing through drainage channels
• Resolution authorizing free tree giveaway to mitigate trees removed by WWTP Phase 1 Expansion and Plant 5 Ground Storage Tank projects

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included reducing the speed limit on Rolling Acres Trail to 30 mph and amending the Unified Development Code. A proposal to require engineering surveys for driveways through drainage channels was postponed indefinitely. The council also authorized a free tree giveaway and elected a TML board director.

• Approved consent agenda including speed limit reduction on Rolling Acres Trail to 30 mph (6-0)
• Approved UDC amendments on comprehensive changes (6-0)
• Approved resolution reaffirming investment policy (6-0)
• Postponed indefinitely ordinance requiring survey for driveways through drainage channels (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing Free Tree Giveaway as mitigation (6-0)
• Elected Ed Cimics as TML Region 7 Director (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and a zoning request for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road. The commission will consider recommending that the land be designated as Community Facilities (CF).

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road to Community Facilities (CF)
• Public hearing on zoning request for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road to Community Facilities (CF)
• Selection of Planning and Zoning Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

Municipal Development District Meeting

The Municipal Development District Board will consider electing officers for FY 2025-26 and reaffirming the district's public fund investment policy. The board will also discuss updates to small dollar project request processes and the posting of meeting videos to the city website.

• Election of MDD Officers for FY 2025-26
• Resolution reaffirming the MDD Investment Policy for public funds
• Update to policy language for managing small dollar project requests
• Status update on the Fair Oaks Ranch Gateway Monument project
• Quarterly Financial and Investment Report for the quarter ended September 30, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a first reading of an ordinance to make comprehensive policy and administrative changes to the Unified Development Code. The body will also discuss speed limit changes and financial policy updates.

• Public hearing and first reading of comprehensive amendments to the Unified Development Code
• Proposed reduction of the maximum speed limit to 30 mph on Rolling Acres Trail from Ammann Road to Silver Spur Trail
• Workshop on tree mitigation for WWTP Phase 1 Expansion and Plant 5 Ground Storage Tank projects
• Proposed amendments to Financial Management, Fund Balance/Reserves, and Debt Management policies
• Annual evaluation of the City Manager in executive session

The City Council approved the first reading of comprehensive amendments to the Unified Development Code and a speed limit reduction on Rolling Acres Trail to 30 mph. Council also directed staff to pursue a free tree giveaway program for mitigation and modified the City Manager's salary to $206,500.

• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved first reading of UDC amendments (5-0)
• Approved first reading of speed limit reduction on Rolling Acres Trail to 30 mph (5-0)
• Directed staff to pursue free tree giveaway program for mitigation (workshop)
• Modified City Manager's salary to $206,500 per year (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 18, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Public Safety Training Room. The agenda includes routine approvals, contracts, and key decisions such as adopting the FY2026 budget, setting the property tax rate, and ratifying the budget. The Council will also discuss appointments to various boards and commissions and consider resolutions related to public works, public safety, and legal matters.

• Approve FY2026 budget ordinance (October 1, 2025–September 30, 2026)
• Set property tax rate at 28.53 cents per $100 valuation for 2025
• Ratify FY2025-26 budget with higher total property taxes than prior year
• Authorize radar feedback signs at multiple locations
• Approve interlocal agreement for animal control facility use with City of Boerne

The City Council approved the FY 2025-26 budget and a property tax rate of 28.53 cents per $100 valuation, a 3.65% increase, both by 6-0 votes. They also ratified the budget, authorized electronic bidding, and approved several appointments to boards and commissions. A resolution regarding a utility services agreement was postponed indefinitely at the City Manager's request.

• Adopted FY 2025-26 budget (6-0)
• Approved property tax rate of 28.53 cents per $100 valuation, a 3.65% increase (6-0)
• Ratified budget with tax rate raising more total property taxes than previous year (6-0)
• Authorized use of electronic bidding (6-0)
• Postponed indefinitely resolution repealing utility services agreement with AD Acquisitions (6-0)
• Appointed Kyle Grothues to Board of Appeals Place 2 (6-0)
• Appointed members to Capital Improvement Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for fire and EMS services (6-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct public hearings on the proposed fiscal year 2025-26 budget and tax rate. The Director of Finance will present both items, and the council may take action on the first reading of the budget ordinance. A workshop will also review proposed pay schedule adjustments for city employees.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 proposed budget with median homestead tax impact of $1,959
• First reading of ordinance adopting FY 2025-26 budget (October 1, 2025–September 30, 2026)
• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 proposed tax rate of 28.53 cents per $100 valuation
• First reading of ordinance levying 2025 property tax rate and setting due/delinquent dates
• FY 2025-26 compensation workshop for General Government and Public Safety pay adjustments

The City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved the first reading of the ordinance adopting the FY 2025-26 budget and the ordinance levying a property tax rate of 28.53 cents per $100 valuation, a 3.65% increase. No public testimony was given at either public hearing. The council also held a workshop on proposed pay schedule adjustments, with adoption to be considered at the September 18 regular meeting.

• Approved first reading of FY 2025-26 budget ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of tax rate ordinance at 28.53 cents per $100 valuation, a 3.65% increase (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 14 meeting and hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. The commission may also consider recommending approval of these amendments.

• Approval of August 14, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on proposed Unified Development Code amendments
• Possible action recommending approval of Unified Development Code amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC). No public testimony was received. The commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of the amendments to the City Council.

• Approved consent agenda including August 14, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of proposed Unified Development Code amendments (4-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to conduct individual interviews for vacancies on various city boards, commissions, and committees. These interviews will take place in executive session.

• Interviews for vacancies on city boards, commissions, and committees

The City Council held a special meeting on September 4, 2025, and convened into executive session to interview applicants for vacancies on various boards, commissions, and committees. After reconvening into open session at 5:08 PM, no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned immediately thereafter.

• Convened into executive session for personnel interviews (unanimous, no vote recorded)
• Reconvened into open session with no action taken

City Council Regular Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 4, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Public Safety Training Room. The agenda includes routine approvals, land-use ordinances, annexation, and resolutions, as well as discussions on emergency services and personnel policies.

• Second reading of ordinances amending land use from Rural Residential (RR) to Neighborhood Residential (NR) for ~344.6 acres near Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road
• Second reading of ordinance annexing ~2.923-acre tract at 329 Ammann Road
• Resolution to direct $SA Front Gate, LLC donation to Tree Mitigation Fund for Dietz Elkhorn Sidewalk Project
• Possible approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Fair Oaks Ranch Homeowners Association for patriotic celebrations and Veterans Day event at Peace Tree
• Consideration of Interlocal Agreement with Bexar County ESD No. 4 for Fire, First Response, and EMS services

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 4 for Fire, First Response, and Emergency Medical Services. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including land use and zoning changes for 344.6 acres near Ammann Road, annexation of a 2.923-acre tract, and a resolution directing a donation to the Tree Mitigation Fund. Council also approved a new MOU with the Fair Oaks Ranch HOA for patriotic events and amended personnel policies. No substantive decisions were made on the Unified Development Code amendments, which are scheduled for public hearings and adoption in October.

• Approved resolution authorizing Interlocal Agreement with Bexar County ESD No. 4 for Fire/EMS (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including land use change from RR to NR for 344.6 acres (7-0)
• Approved zoning designation as Neighborhood Residential for 344.6 acres (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 2.923-acre tract at 329 Ammann Road (7-0)
• Approved resolution directing SA Front Gate donation to Tree Mitigation Fund (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Fair Oaks Ranch HOA for patriotic celebrations and Veterans Day event (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Personnel Policies (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to change the land use and zoning of approximately 344.6 acres to Neighborhood Residential. The body will also discuss the annexation of a 2.923-acre tract at 329 Ammann Road.

• Proposed land use change from Rural Residential to Neighborhood Residential for 344.6 acres north of Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road
• Zoning application by Brown & McDonald, PLLC for 344.6 acres to be designated Neighborhood Residential
• Annexation of a 2.923-acre tract of land located at 329 Ammann Road
• Approval of the Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District Budget for fiscal year Oct 1, 2025 - Sept 30, 2026
• Ammann Road Reconstruction Project update and review of Low Water Crossing options

The City Council approved first readings of ordinances to change the land use classification and zoning for 344.6 acres near Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road from Rural Residential to Neighborhood Residential, and to annex a 2.923-acre tract at 329 Ammann Road. All votes were 7-0. The council also directed staff to pursue option 2 for Ammann Road low water crossings and to add a Drainage Lead position, and approved a termination and resignation agreement for the City Manager.

• Approved first reading of Comprehensive Plan amendment to Neighborhood Residential for 344.6 acres (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance designating 344.6 acres as Neighborhood Residential (7-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for 2.923 acres at 329 Ammann Road (7-0)
• Directed staff to pursue option 2 (10-year Level of Service) for Ammann Road low water crossings
• Directed staff to add a Drainage Lead position to FY 2025-26 budget
• Approved termination and resignation agreement for City Manager (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including MDD budget for FY 2025-26 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the city’s Comprehensive Plan and a zoning application to reclassify about 344.6 acres from Rural Residential to Neighborhood Residential. The land lies north of Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road and is bordered by Ammann Road on the south and west. Commissioners may also discuss Unified Development Code policy amendments.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment for 344.6 acres north of Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road
• Public hearing on zoning application to change 344.6 acres to Neighborhood Residential (NR)
• Consideration of recommendation to City Council on both the Comprehensive Plan and zoning changes
• Workshop on Unified Development Code policy amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Comprehensive Plan amendment and a zoning application to change the land use classification of approximately 344.6 acres near Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road from Rural Residential to Neighborhood Residential. The recommendation will go to City Council for final action. The commission also approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes and held a workshop on proposed Unified Development Code amendments regarding trees and signs.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan amendment to change 344.6 acres from Rural Residential to Neighborhood Residential (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning application to designate 344.6 acres as Neighborhood Residential (6-0)
• Held workshop on Unified Development Code amendments regarding trees and signs; expressed concurrence by consensus

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the maximum proposed ad valorem tax rate and the FY 2025-26 budget. Members will also discuss a new pay plan structure and the issuance of revenue certificates of obligation.

• Proposed maximum ad valorem tax rate and FY 2025-26 Budget
• Issuance of Series 2025 Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation
• Amendment No.1 to the Post Oak Development Agreement
• Ordinance amending water and wastewater impact fees
• Purchase orders for Aqua-Metric Sales Company and Anytime Fuel Pros LLC

The City Council approved a resolution setting the maximum proposed ad valorem tax rate for FY 2025-26 at $0.28530 per $100 valuation and scheduled a public hearing for September 15, 2025. They also adopted an ordinance authorizing the issuance of Series 2025 Certificates of Obligation, approved a compensation plan methodology (Option 1B), and approved several other resolutions including a Post Oak Development Agreement amendment and an interlocal agreement with the San Antonio River Authority. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, water/wastewater impact fee ordinance, Aqua-Metric purchase order, Anytime Fuel Pros agreement (7-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Post Oak Development Agreement (7-0)
• Set max ad valorem tax rate at $0.28530 per $100 valuation for FY 2025-26 (7-0)
• Adopted compensation plan methodology Option 1B (7-0)
• Authorized issuance of Series 2025 Certificates of Obligation (7-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with San Antonio River Authority for FEMA Floodplain Management (7-0)
• Accepted board/committee applications, reappointed incumbents, set interview dates (7-0)

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly act on two requests to lower speed limits to 25 mph. The committee will also review the status of ongoing transportation safety submittals.

• Request to reduce speed limit to 25 mph on No Le Hace between Dietz Elkhorn Road and Fair Oaks Parkway
• Request to reduce speed limit to 25 mph on Battle Intense between Fairway Valley and Keeneland Drive

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to water and wastewater impact fees and capital improvement plans. The body is also deciding on the issuance of $7,930,000 for water and wastewater projects.

• Proposed $7,930,000 issuance of Certificates of Obligation for water and wastewater projects
• Public hearing on amendments to land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and water and wastewater impact fees
• Second reading of an ordinance amending the franchise agreement with Frontier Texas Ventures I, LLC for waste and recycling
• Second reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances regarding the Chief of Police
• Resolution to reappoint Municipal Court Presiding and Alternate Judges for two years

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance updating water and wastewater impact fees, and authorized the sale of $7,930,000 in certificates of obligation for water and wastewater projects. The consent agenda, including the second reading of the police chief ordinance and the Frontier waste franchise amendment, was approved 5-0. The council discussed but did not support a proposed memorandum of understanding with GBRA for the WaterSECURE project.

• Approved consent agenda including July 3 minutes, police chief ordinance, Frontier franchise amendment, and judge reappointments (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending water/wastewater impact fees (5-0)
• Authorized $7,930,000 certificates of obligation for water/wastewater projects (5-0)
• Discussed but did not support GBRA WaterSECURE MOU

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025, was cancelled. The original agenda included a workshop on proposed Unified Development Code Amendments.

• Summary of Proposed Unified Development Code Amendments

Municipal Development District Meeting

The Municipal Development District will discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and the potential termination of a project funding agreement for a community center. The board will also review the status of the Fair Oaks Ranch Gateway Monument project.

• Possible action to terminate Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement for a community center
• Consideration and possible action to approve the FY 2025-26 MDD Budget
• Possible authorization of a Professional Services Agreement for auditing with BrooksWatson & Co.
• Status update on the Fair Oaks Ranch Gateway Monument project
• Possible action to update policy language for managing small dollar project requests

The Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District voted 7-0 to terminate the Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement with the City for a community center, and approved the FY2025-26 budget. The board also authorized the president to sign an auditing services agreement with Brooks Watson & Co. and approved prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred to the next quarterly meeting.

• Terminated Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement with City for community center (7-0)
• Approved FY2025-26 MDD Budget (7-0)
• Authorized MDD President to sign auditing services agreement with Brooks Watson & Co. (7-0)
• Approved January 8, 2025 and April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (consensus)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on the annexation of land south and west of Ammann Road and the creation of the Post Oak Public Improvement District. Members will also discuss the city's compensation plan and the FY 2025-26 budget. Other items include a waste collection agreement amendment and police department ordinances.

• Annexation of a +/- 344.6-acre tract south and west of Ammann Road
• Creation of the Post Oak Public Improvement District
• Agreement with M5 Utilities, LLC for Rolling Acres Trail and Willow Wind/Red Bud Hill Water Line Replacement Project
• Amendment to the 2024 franchise agreement with Frontier Texas Ventures I, LLC for waste and recycling
• FY 2025-26 Budget Workshop covering Municipal Court, Utilities, and Capital and Strategic Projects

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including annexation of a 344.6-acre tract and a water line replacement agreement, and voted 7-0 to create the Post Oak Development Public Improvement District. They also approved first readings of ordinances amending the Chief of Police section and the Frontier waste franchise agreement, and adopted the 50th percentile as the compensation plan market position. In a workshop, Council directed staff to proceed with Option 3 (patch repairs) for the Vestal Park culvert and remove the project from the CIP.

• Approved consent agenda including annexation of 344.6-acre tract and M5 Utilities water line replacement agreement (7-0)
• Approved resolution creating Post Oak Development Public Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chief of Police section (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Frontier waste franchise agreement (7-0)
• Adopted 50th percentile as compensation plan market position (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 3 patch repairs for Vestal Park culvert and remove from CIP

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the annexation of a +/- 346 acre tract of land and the creation of the Post Oak Public Improvement District. The body will also consider a new fire and EMS committee and a cybersecurity grant application.

• Public hearing for annexation of +/- 346 acre tract south and west of Ammann Road
• Public hearing for creation of the Post Oak Public Improvement District
• Agreement with Pavement Restoration, Inc. for asphalt rejuvenator
• Agreement with JCM Commercial Services, LLC for sealcoating
• Amendment to the Building Fees schedule in the Code of Ordinances

The City Council approved a services agreement for a tract on Ammann Road and passed the first reading of an ordinance to annex a +/-346-acre tract in Comal and Kendall County. It also approved consent agenda items, a cybersecurity grant application, a Fire/EMS committee, and termination of a Chapter 377 agreement. Public hearings were held for the Post Oak PID and the annexation, with the PID hearing continued to July 3.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, asphalt rejuvenator, sealcoating, and fee schedule (7-0)
• Approved services agreement for Ammann Road tract (7-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for 346-acre tract (7-0)
• Approved cybersecurity grant application submission (7-0)
• Approved resolution establishing Fire and EMS committee (7-0)
• Approved termination of Chapter 377 agreement with Municipal Development District (7-0)
• Continued Post Oak PID public hearing to July 3 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code. The primary focus of the meeting is a workshop regarding signs.

• Workshop on Unified Development Code amendments regarding Signs (Part 2)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the April 10 and May 8, 2025 meetings, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The commission also held a workshop on proposed Unified Development Code amendments regarding signs, focusing on prohibited and temporary signs, and requested staff to provide clearer definitions and research on how other cities handle these issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including April 10 and May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed UDC sign amendments, requested staff research on definitions and city practices

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend building fees. The body is also reviewing the FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan and funding for the Community Center Project.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance to amend Appendix A Fee Schedule, Article A2.000 Building Fees
• Resolution to include full construction cost for the Community Center Project in the Project Funding Agreement
• Adoption of the FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan
• Proposed amendments to Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvement Plans, and Water and Wastewater Impact Fees
• Publication of Notice of Intention to issue Certificates of Obligation

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance updating building fees, adopted the FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan, and set a July 17 public hearing on impact fees. A resolution to include full Community Center construction costs in a Chapter 377 agreement was postponed indefinitely. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the transfer of K-9 Officer Buddy, and directed staff to prepare a resolution requesting a speed reduction on Ralph Fair Road.

• Approved consent agenda including K-9 Officer Buddy transfer (7-0)
• Approved first reading of building fee schedule ordinance (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely resolution on Community Center Chapter 377 funding agreement (7-0)
• Set July 17, 2025 public hearing for land use, capital improvement, and impact fee amendments (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Personnel Policies (7-0)
• Approved council member appointments to boards and commissions (7-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several resolutions, including annexation of land from BRMK Boerne Ranch, LLC, amendments to a development agreement for The Reserve at Fair Oaks Ranch, and the creation of a Public Improvement District (PID). Additional items include professional services agreements and a PID administrator contract.

• Amend development agreement for The Reserve at Fair Oaks Ranch
• Annexation petition from BRMK Boerne Ranch, LLC with services agreement
• Public Improvement District (PID) petition and public hearing date
• Professional services reimbursement agreement with Bitterblue, Inc.
• PID Administrator agreement with P3Works, LLC

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution amending a development agreement with Bitterblue, Inc. for The Reserve at Fair Oaks Ranch, and authorized the City Manager to execute related documents. They also accepted an annexation petition from BRMK Boerne Ranch, LLC, set a public hearing for June 19, 2025, and approved related resolutions for a Public Improvement District and professional services agreements.

• Approved resolution amending development agreement with Bitterblue, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved resolution accepting annexation petition from BRMK Boerne Ranch, LLC (7-0)
• Set public hearing for annexation on June 19, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Post Oak Public Improvement District petition (7-0)
• Set public hearing for PID on June 19, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved professional services reimbursement agreement with Bitterblue, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved PID administrator agreement with P3Works, LLC (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will elect a Mayor Pro Tem to serve until May 2026 and consider resolutions regarding personnel policies and the FY 2025-26 Strategic Action Plan. The meeting includes the swearing-in of Mayor Gregory C. Maxton and a workshop on the FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan.

• Election of a Council Member to serve as Mayor Pro Tem
• Resolution amending City of Fair Oaks Ranch Personnel Policies
• Resolution adopting the FY 2025-26 Strategic Action Plan
• Workshop on FY 2026-30 Five-Year Financial Plan
• Financial and Investment Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025

The City Council approved the FY 2025-26 Strategic Action Plan and directed the City Manager to develop a new plan for April 2026. Keith Rhoden was elected Mayor Pro Tem. The council also approved amendments to Personnel Policies and the consent agenda. In a workshop, council directed staff to draft a revised reserve policy and use Scenario 5 in the FY 2026-30 financial plan, with discretion on issuing bonds.

• Approved consent agenda including May 1, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Elected Keith Rhoden as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Personnel Policies (7-0)
• Approved resolution adopting FY 2025-26 Strategic Action Plan (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft revised reserve policy for future meeting
• Directed staff to use Scenario 5 in FY 2026-30 financial plan and incorporate Certificates of Obligation

City Council Special Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a special meeting on May 13, 2025, to consider and possibly approve a resolution canvassing the results of the May 3 general election. The agenda also includes procedural items such as roll call, pledge, and a citizens forum. No other substantive items are scheduled.

• Consideration and possible action on a resolution canvassing the results of the May 3, 2025 General Election

The City Council held a special meeting to canvass the May 3, 2025 General Election results. A motion to approve the resolution canvassing the returns and declaring the winners passed unanimously (4-0). The declared winners are Ruben J. Olvera (Place 3), Dale Pearson (Place 4), and Scott Parker (Place 5).

• Approved resolution canvassing May 3, 2025 election results (4-0)
• Declared Ruben J. Olvera winner for Place 3
• Declared Dale Pearson winner for Place 4
• Declared Scott Parker winner for Place 5

Proposed Post Oak Development Open House

City Council members and various boards may attend an open house regarding the proposed Post Oak Development. No official action will be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

• Open house for proposed Post Oak Development

The City Council held an informal open house to share information and gather public input on the proposed Post Oak Development. No formal meeting was convened and no action was taken by the council.

• No formal decisions made; open house only

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to review proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code concerning trees and signs (Part 1). The meeting includes public comment during the Citizens and Guest Forum. No voting items are listed.

• Workshop on Unified Development Code amendments regarding Trees and Signs (Part 1)

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a workshop on proposed Unified Development Code amendments regarding trees and signs. They requested reinserting the phrase 'residential or' into Section 8.8 to keep tree preservation plans required for residential redevelopments, and concurred with the rest of the amendments. No formal votes were taken; the item was discussed only.

• Requested reinsertion of 'residential or' in Section 8.8 (2)(ii) to require tree preservation plans for residential redevelopment (consensus)
• Concurred with remaining recommended UDC amendments on trees and signs (workshop discussion)

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will consider several resident requests to reduce speed limits on multiple roads, including Dietz Elkhorn Road west to 30 mph, Rolling Acres Trail from 35 to 30 mph, and FM 3351 from 55 to 45 mph. The committee will also discuss replacing a raised crosswalk on Battle Intense and lowering the speed limit there to 25 mph, and receive a report on creating a second fire lane on Terra Vista. Consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Request to reduce speed limit on Dietz Elkhorn Road west to 30 mph (Item 5)
• Request to reduce speed limit on Rolling Acres Trail from 35 to 30 mph (Item 8)
• Request to reduce speed limit on FM 3351 (Ralph Fair Road) from 55 to 45 mph within city limits (Item 9)
• Consideration to replace raised crosswalk on Battle Intense and lower speed limit to 25 mph (Item 10)
• Report on creating a second fire lane on Terra Vista and other suggestions (Item 11)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee recommended reducing the speed limit on Rolling Acres Trail from 35 to 30 mph and adding curve warning signs (7-0). It also voted to reaffirm reinstalling the raised crosswalk on Battle Intense and to conduct traffic studies after reinstallation (both 7-0). Motions to lower speed limits on Dietz Elkhorn (west) and from Square Gate to Old Fredericksburg Road failed. The committee did not consider a request for caution signs on Keeneland Drive due to procedural rules.

• Recommended reducing Rolling Acres Trail speed limit to 30 mph and adding curve signs (7-0)
• Reaffirmed reinstalling raised crosswalk on Battle Intense (7-0)
• Approved traffic data studies after crosswalk reinstallation (7-0)
• Recommended requesting TxDOT traffic study on Ralph Fair Road (6-0-1)
• Motion to lower Dietz Elkhorn (west) speed limit to 30 mph failed (2-5)
• Motion to lower speed limit from Square Gate to Old Fredericksburg Road failed (3-4)
• Opted not to consider Keeneland Drive caution signs (procedural)
• Approved consent agenda with amendment (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on budget amendments and contracts for road mill and overlay and micro-surfacing. The body will also discuss a five-year financial plan and a utility agreement for a parcel on Ralph Fair Road.

• Agreement with Clark Construction of Texas, Inc. for mill and overlay road construction
• Agreement with Intermountain Slurry Seal, Inc. for micro-surfacing
• Purchase order with Chastang Ford for a Ford F-450
• Establishment of a four-way stop at Battle Intense, High Eschelon, and Hansel Drive
• Utility Service Agreement with AD Acquisitions, LLC for 80.69 acres at 29850 Ralph Fair Road

The City Council approved the consent agenda (6-0), including budget amendments, a four-way stop at Battle Intense/High Eschelon/Hansel Drive, and contracts for road work and a Ford F-450. They also approved a personnel policy amendment (6-0), authorized two radar feedback signs on Dietz Elkhorn Road west (6-0), and approved a utility service agreement with AD Acquisitions, LLC for water/wastewater services on an 80.69-acre parcel (6-0). No action was taken after executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, four-way stop, road contracts, Ford F-450 purchase (6-0)
• Approved personnel policy amendment removing 'permanent' from Section 4.01.01 (6-0)
• Authorized two radar feedback signs on Dietz Elkhorn Road west (6-0)
• Approved utility service agreement with AD Acquisitions, LLC for 80.69-acre parcel at 29850 Ralph Fair Road (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several items including a resolution for a gateway monument construction, amendments to traffic ordinances (new four-way stop and speed limit reduction on No Le Hace), and budget amendments. A workshop on the FY 2025-26 Strategic Action Plan is scheduled. The Council will also convene in executive session to discuss pending litigation with Boerne Ranch Estates.

• Resolution authorizing construction of a gateway feature monument with AAA Time Saver Services (no dollar amount specified)
• First reading of ordinance to establish a four-way stop intersection at Battle Intense, High Eschelon, and Hansel Drive
• First reading of ordinance to reduce speed limit on No Le Hace between Fair Oaks Parkway and Dietz Elkhorn to 25 mph
• Resolution authorizing a Chapter 377 project funding agreement with the Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District
• Executive session to discuss possible resolution of litigation with Boerne Ranch Estates, LLC (Fair Oaks Meadows)

The City Council approved a $199,840 contract with AAA Time Saver Services for a gateway feature monument, along with a Chapter 377 funding agreement with the Municipal Development District. A proposed speed limit reduction on No Le Hace failed, and the item was referred back to the Transportation Safety Advisory Committee. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, budget amendments, and personnel policy changes, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $199,840 gateway monument contract with AAA Time Saver Services (7-0)
• Approved Chapter 377 funding agreement with Municipal Development District for gateway monument (7-0)
• Speed limit reduction on No Le Hace to 25 mph failed (3-4)
• Referred speed limit item back to Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (6-1)
• Approved delinquent utility collection agreement with Perdue Brandon law firm (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including building code updates and four-way stop at Battle Intense/High Eschelon/Hansel (7-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 budget amendment and MDD budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved personnel policy amendment increasing voting leave to two hours (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 10, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Public Safety Training Room. The agenda includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes, a workshop on proposed Unified Development Code amendments, and a training session for commissioners.

• Approval of March 13, 2025, meeting minutes
• Workshop on Unified Development Code amendments for Table 4.2 Use Table and Conditional Uses
• Planning & Zoning Commission training session

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the March 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda with a 4-0 vote. In a workshop, staff presented proposed Unified Development Code amendments regarding Table 4.2 Use Table and Conditional Uses; the Commission gave feedback and asked staff to define the term 'domestic pet'. Chairperson Barnes postponed the Planning & Zoning training to the October meeting. No requests for topics needing information or research were made, and the chair directed staff to remove that section from future agendas.

• Approved the March 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes via consent agenda (4-0 vote)
• Held a workshop on Unified Development Code amendments to Table 4.2 Use Table and Conditional Uses; asked staff to define 'domestic pet'
• Postponed Planning & Zoning training to the October meeting
• Directed staff to remove the 'Request for P&Z commission topic needing information/research' section from future agendas

Municipal Development District Meeting

The Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District board will discuss and possibly approve an amended funding application and a Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement with the city for a gateway monument. They will also consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-25, updates to policies for managing small dollar project requests, and revisions to the MDD Rules of Procedure. Reports include a quarterly financial and investment report and a status update on the Fair Oaks Ranch Community Center project.

• Consideration and possible action on an amended funding application for a gateway monument (item 7)
• Discussion and possible action on a Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement with the city for the gateway monument (item 8)
• Consideration and possible action on a budget amendment to the FY 2024-25 MDD budget (item 9)
• Discussion and possible action on updating MDD policy for managing small dollar project requests (item 10)
• Discussion and possible action on revising the MDD Rules of Procedure (item 11)

The Municipal Development District Board approved an amended funding application and a Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement with the City for a gateway monument, not to exceed $224,840, and amended the FY 2024-25 budget to appropriate that amount. The board also approved a rules amendment and postponed approval of January meeting minutes pending further review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended gateway monument funding application, not to exceed $224,840 (7-0)
• Authorized MDD President to execute Chapter 377 Project Funding Agreement for gateway monument, not to exceed $224,840 (7-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 budget amendment appropriating $224,840 for grant award expenditure (7-0)
• Approved amendment to MDD Rules of Procedure and forwarded ordinance wording recommendation to City Council (6-1)
• Postponed approval of January 8, 2025 meeting minutes to July 9, 2025 or next meeting (7-0)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) Special Meeting

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly recommend updates to water and wastewater impact fees for City Council. The committee will also consider recommendations for a semi-annual report and may schedule additional special meetings.

• Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Update presented by Public Works and Freese & Nichols
• Consideration and possible action on Impact Fee Recommendations to City Council
• Recommendations to City Council for Semi-Annual Report
• Consideration of scheduling additional CIAC special meetings

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed local amendments to electrical codes, then consider first readings of multiple building code updates and a resolution amending personnel policies. A key action is approving a final plat for Oak Bend Subdivision Phase I, creating 55 single-family lots. The council will also enter executive session to discuss litigation and real property for a water storage tank, followed by possible action on a purchase agreement with Boerne.

• Public hearing on local amendments to International Residential Code and National Electric Code (sections on receptacle outlets).
• First reading of ordinance amending building, residential, energy, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fuel gas, swimming pool, and fire codes.
• Consideration of final plat for Oak Bend Subdivision Phase I – 55 single-family residential lots.
• Resolution authorizing purchase of real property for an elevated water storage tank from the City of Boerne.
• Executive session on pending litigation (Case 22-090-451) and disputes with Boerne Ranch Estates/Fair Oaks Meadows.

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of real property from the City of Boerne for an elevated water storage tank, and approved the first reading of a building code amendment. The second reading of the MDD Board ordinance was postponed indefinitely, and a final plat for Oak Bend Subdivision Phase I was approved with conditions.

• Approved purchase and sale agreement with Boerne for elevated water storage tank site (7-0)
• Approved first reading of building code ordinance amendments (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely second reading of MDD Board ordinance (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Oak Bend Subdivision Phase I, 55 lots, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Personnel Policies (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) Meeting

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will hear presentations on several non-impact fee projects including waterline replacements and tank maintenance. They will review impact fee capital projects, land use assumptions, and consider recommendations to City Council for the semiannual report.

• Willow Wind / Red Bud Hill / Rolling Acres Trail Waterline Replacement (non-impact fee project)
• Old Fredericksburg Road Waterline Replacement (non-impact fee project)
• SAWS Emergency Interconnection (non-impact fee project)
• Impact Fee Capital Improvement Project Summary with water and wastewater CIP maps
• Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Update workshop with Freese and Nichols

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee met on March 20, 2025, and reviewed several capital improvement projects, including waterline replacements, plant upgrades, and impact fee updates. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of presentations, reports, and discussions. The committee also considered recommendations for a semi-annual report to City Council and scheduling future meetings.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed semiannual report from September 2024
• Discussed Willow Wind / Red Bud Hill / Rolling Acres Trail Waterline Replacement
• Discussed Old Fredericksburg Road Waterline Replacement
• Discussed SAWS Emergency Interconnection
• Discussed Plant 3 Electrical Upgrades
• Discussed Tank Maintenance Program
• Reviewed impact fee capital project summaries and land use assumptions update

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider and possibly approve an interlocal agreement for ambulance and emergency medical services with Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 4. They also will hold first reading of an ordinance amending the Municipal Development District Board of Directors structure, and consider accepting the FY 2023-24 audit report. Additionally, the council will discuss personnel policy amendments and Transportation Safety Advisory Committee recommendations. The meeting includes executive sessions on pending litigation and real property for water/wastewater improvements.

• Interlocal Agreement for Ambulance and EMS with Bexar County ESD No. 4 (Item 8)
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 1, Article 1.08 regarding Municipal Development District Board of Directors (Item 7)
• Acceptance of FY 2023-24 Audit Report (Item 6)
• Resolution amending City Personnel Policies (Item 9)
• Transportation Safety Advisory Committee recommendations from Feb 26, 2025 meeting (Item 10)

The City Council approved the FY 2023-24 audit, an interlocal EMS agreement with Bexar County ESD No. 4, and amended personnel policies. It also passed the first reading of an ordinance changing Municipal Development District board member status rules (6-1). Council directed staff to prepare ordinances for a lower speed limit on No Le Hace and a fourth stop sign at Battle Intense/High Eschelon.

• Approved FY 2023-24 audit as presented (7-0)
• Approved EMS interlocal agreement with Bexar County ESD No. 4 (7-0)
• Approved personnel policy amendments (7-0)
• Approved first reading of MDD board ordinance (6-1, Olvera nay)
• Directed staff to bring ordinance lowering No Le Hace speed limit to 25 mph
• Directed staff to bring ordinance for fourth stop sign at Battle Intense/High Eschelon
• Council declined to install 'Intersection Ahead' signs on Keeneland