New Braunfels, TX
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New BraunfelsTX averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$315,100 Typical home value $345,353 -1.9% yr/yr · -2.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (99)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Linnartz — Mayor
- Carter — Councilmember
- Willis — Councilmember
- Bowers — Mayor Pro Tem
- Labowski — Councilmember
- Lawrence Spradley — Councilmember
- Ryan — Councilmember
- Edwards — Councilmember
- Campos — Mayor Pro Tem
- Capizzi — Councilmember
- Michael French — Mayor
Who’s on the City Council - Special
- Edwards — Councilmember
- Bowers — Mayor Pro Tem
- Carter — Councilmember
- Ryan — Councilmember
- Spradley — Mayor Pro Tem
Who’s on the Downtown Board
- Angie Martinez
- Paul Schaefer
- David Kneuper
- Pat Butler
- Chris Snider
- Matt Gandrud
- Cheryl Fisher
- Gary Seals
- Robin Jeffers
- Sarah Harper
- Jenny Wilson
- Jenny Jaeckle
- Tanya Pence
- Matt Grandrud
Who’s on the Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee
- Fred Heimer
- Angie Martinez
- Chris Snider
- Jennifer Wilson
- Lindsey Gillum
- Peter Landerman
- Sammie Martinek
Who’s on the Economic Development Corporation
- Kristen Carden
- Don Austin
- Larry Hammonds
- Kathy Meurin
- Shane Hines
- Tera Thompson
- Jason Hurta
- Stuart Hansmann
- Brian Cox
- Cory Elrod
- Atanacio Campos
- Antancio Campos
Who’s on the Economic Development Corp. Workshop
- Kristen Carden
- Kathy Meurin
- Larry Hammonds
- Shane Hines
- Don Austin
- Jason Hurta
- Tera Thompson
- Stuart Hansmann
- Brian Cox
Who’s on the New Braunfels Partnership Committee
- Mary Irwin
- Nathan Manlove
- Wayne Peters
- Benno Engel
- Corrine Veloa-Speare
- Danielle Schmidt
- Ferrando Yarrito
- Helgard Suhr-Hollis
- Kelly Jackson
- Tate Korpi
- Dani Crippen
- Danielle Rae
- Fernando Yarrito
- Francisco Dionisio
- Hans-Bernhard Moeller
Who’s on the Reinvestment Zone No.3 - Downtown TIRZ
- Atanacio Campos
- Chad Nolte
- Nathan Manlove
- Chris Snider
- Joe Turner
- Kristen Pokky
- Kat Balmos
- Zack Meador
Who’s on the Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - Zipp Park
- Tara Woodard
- Thomas Jordan
Who’s on the Reinvestment Zone No. 5 - West End
- Belarmino Castellanos
- David Ozuna
- Michelle Luhrs
- Roberto Morales
Who’s on the Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board
Who’s on the Workforce Housing Advisory Committee
- Alice Jewell
- Johnnie Rosenauer
- Jonathan Packer
- Ellen Duncan
- Kristin Reynolds
- Larry Hammonds
- Lee Edwards
- Leticia Martinez
- Randall Allsup
- Sarah Dixon
- Judy Dykes-Hoffmann
Municipal budget
Total revenue$391.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$460.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$116.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$631.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,659 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025879 housing units ($258.3M)
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council DISTRICT 1 2025-05-03
TONI L. CARTER ✓ 419 · ANDRÉS CAMPOS 338 · GEORGE GREEN 61
City Council District 3 2024-05-04
D. Lee Edwards ✓ 1,050 · Leigh Ann Rowlands 727 · Bob Nohrn 146
Mayor 2023-05-06
Neal Linnartz ✓ 3,542 · Michael Alexander French 1,716 · George Green 788 · Edward Martinez, Jr. 281
City Council District 6 2023-05-06
April Ryan ✓ 357 · Steven Voges 217 · James Blakey 189
City Council District 5 2023-05-06
Mary Ann Labowski ✓ 621 · Bently C. Paiz 156
City Council DISTRICT 1 2022-05-07
Andrés Campos-Delgado ✓ 172 · Suzie Lynn 161 · Jimmy V. Delgado 53
Upcoming
Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
Housing Authority Board meeting includes FY 2027 budget tax impact statement
The board is meeting on October 30, 2026. The provided text consists of a taxpayer impact statement regarding the City of New Braunfels proposed FY 2027 budget.
- Proposed FY 2027 budget tax rate of $0.415613 per $100 of value
budgettaxeshousing
McKenna Events Center - Conference Room
801 W. San Antonio Street
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MEETING
at
TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT
Comal County & Guadalupe County
House Bill 1522, passed by the Texas Legislature in 2025, amends section 551.043 of the
Texas Government Code to require that the notice of a meeting required to be posted under
section 551.043(a) of the Texas Open Meetings Act, at which a governmental body will
discuss or adopt a budget for the governmental body, must include a taxpayer impact
statement showing, for the median-valued homestead property, a comparison of the
property tax bill in dollars pertaining to the property for the current fiscal year to an
estimate of the property tax bill in dollars for the same property for the upcoming fiscal
year.
The City of New Braunfels has proposed a budget for FY 2027.
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 287,080
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,174
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 281,180
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts the
Proposed Budget and Tax Rate ($0.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts a
Balanced Budget Funded at the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate ($.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Guadalupe County $ 246,910
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,010
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in G …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider ordinance amendments regarding data centers
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council concerning amendments to Chapter 144 of the City’s Code of Ordinances. The commission will also review the 2027 calendar and minutes from the October 7th meeting.
- Public hearing and recommendation on ORD26-367 regarding data center ordinances
zoningdata-centersordinancesland-use
City Hall - Council Chambers
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Jerry Sonier - Chair
Chase Austin Taylor - Commissioner
Vicky Rudy - Commissioner
John Mathis - Commissioner
Randall Allsup - Vice Chair
Chad Nolte - Commissioner
Karen Brasier - Commissioner
Angela Allen - Commissioner
Will Henry - Commissioner
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
REQUEST
ALL
PHONES
AND
OTHER
DEVICES
BE
TURNED
OFF,
EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
In the interest of protecting the City's network and data, the City is not accepting flash drives
or electronic files for use during the meeting. Please use hard copies, the overhead projector,
or send your digital file to the case manager at least two (2) hours prior to the meeting.
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of October 7th, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
26-1261
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Planning Commission on any issues or items not on
the agenda. It is a violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act for the Commission to respond
to, ask questions about, or discuss any items that are not on the agenda.
5.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed below are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Planning
Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Planning Commissioner or citizen so requests, in which case the item
will be removed from the consent …
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board
Tejas Room
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Notice of Possible Quorum
New Braunfels City Council to conduct City Attorney interviews
A quorum of the City Council may be present for interviews and presentations regarding the City Attorney. This is not an official meeting of the City Council, Board, or Commission.
- City Attorney interviews and presentations
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550 Landa St. - 1845 Conference Room
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM MEETING
550 LANDA ST. - 1845 CONFERENCE ROOM
EVENT DETAILS BELOW
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
City Attorney Interviews
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
TOPIC: CITY ATTORNEY INTERVIEWS/PRESENTATIONS
This is not an official meeting of the City of New Braunfels City Council, Board, or Commission;
however, a quorum of the following may be present:
City Council
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice of quorum was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall, New Braunfels, Texas.
_____________________________________
Staff Liaison
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/30/2026 1:04:09PM
Recent meetings
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Animal Services Advisory Board
Board to discuss trap-neuter-return ordinance amendments
The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss potential changes to the current trap-neuter-return ordinance. The board will also consider options for community outreach to collect public input on these potential changes.
- Discussion of potential amendments to the trap-neuter-return ordinance
- Discussion of community outreach options for public input
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City Hall - Council Chambers
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
ANIMAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the July 22, 2026 meeting minutes.
26-1289
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the board on issues and items of concern NOT on this
agenda. Pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, there can be no board action nor board
conversation on topics brought up during Citizens’ Communication. If you have comments,
please come forward, state your name and residency for the record, and you will have 5
minutes
5.
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Discuss
and
consider
potential
amendments
to
the
current
trap-neuter-return
ordinance,
as
well
as
community outreach options to gather public input on
potential changes.
26-1258
Bryan V. Ruiz, Neighborhood Services Manager
6.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
City …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Library Advisory Board
Library Advisory Board to review internet and electronic resource policy
The Library Advisory Board will meet to receive operational updates from the Library Director, the New Braunfels Public Library Foundation, and the Friends of the Library. The board will also discuss and potentially approve a specific library policy.
- Review and possible approval of Library Policy 2.11 Internet and Electronic Resource Use
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New Braunfels Public Library
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
NEW BRAUNFELS PUBLIC LIBRARY
700 E. COMMON ST.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens or board members to address The Library Advisory Board on issues and
items of concerns not on this agenda. There will be no Library Advisory Board action at this time.
From Citizens
From Library Advisory Board members
5.
REPORTS
Library Director
-Monthly Operations Update
New Braunfels Public Library Foundation
-Monthly Operations Update
Friends of the Library
-Monthly Operations Update
6.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Review and possible approval of Library Policy 2.11
Internet and Electronic Resource Use.
26-1279
7.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
Next meeting will be on November 24, 2026
26-1280
8.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/19/2026 2:54:56PM
Library Advisory Board Agenda
October 27, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangement …
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Reinvestment Zone No.3 - Downtown TIRZ
Downtown TIRZ to review business grants and tree infrastructure spending
The Reinvestment Zone No.3 Board will discuss potential revisions to the Business Improvement & Preservation Grant program. The board will also consider pending grant applications and an expenditure for downtown trees.
- Possible revisions to the TIRZ 3 Business Improvement & Preservation Grant program
- Review of Downtown Business Improvement & Preservation Grant applications received by October 9, 2026
- Possible approval of expenditure for downtown trees public infrastructure improvement
grantsinfrastructuredowntowneconomic-development
City Hall - Tejas Room
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
REINVESTMENT ZONE NO.3 - DOWNTOWN
TIRZ MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval
of
the
August
17,
2026 regular
meeting
minutes.
26-1268
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Board on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
5.
PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Discussion and deliberation on possible revisions to the
TIRZ
3 Business
Improvement
&
Preservation
Grant
program.
26-1269
A)
Presentation,
discussion,
and
possible
action
on
Downtown Business Improvement & Preservation Grant
applications received as of October 9, 2026.
26-1270
B)
Presentation, discussion, and possible action to approve
an
expenditure
for
an
eligible
public
infrastructure
improvement of downtown trees.
26-1271
C)
6.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/20/2026 3:11:10PM
Reinvestment Zone No.3 - Downtown TIRZ Agenda
October 26, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large …
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Notice of Possible Quorum
Arts and Heritage Commissions to hold scoring process training
Members of the Arts Commission and Heritage Commission may be present for a training session. The session focuses on the scoring process for Arts & Heritage grant applications.
- Scoring process training for Arts & Heritage grant applications
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Scoring Process Training - Arts & Heritage
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM MEETING
SCORING PROCESS TRAINING - ARTS & HERITAGE
EVENT DETAILS BELOW
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM
City Hall - Tejas Room
550 Landa St.
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
TOPIC: SCORING PROCESS TRAINING - ARTS & HERITAGE GRANT APPLICATIONS
This is not an official meeting of the City of New Braunfels City Council, Board, or Commission;
however, a quorum of the following may be present:
-Arts Commission
-Heritage Commission
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice of quorum was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall, New Braunfels, Texas.
_____________________________________
Staff Liaison
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/23/2026 10:29:12AM
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 4:30 PM
City Council - Executive Session
City Council to hold executive session on personnel matters
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss the City Manager and City Attorney. The body may reconvene in open session to take action on these items.
- Evaluation, duties, discipline, or removal of the City Manager
- Appointment and employment of a City Attorney and City Manager
- Search and selection of candidates for City Attorney and City Manager
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City Hall - Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 1m
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>> All right, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for being here for the city New Braunfels executive session meeting. The time is now 4.43, the date is 6.26 OCTOBER. 26 2026. MADAM Secretary. Please call Roll. Yes. >> Councilmember Carter is not present. Mayor Pro Tem 2 pc here, Councilmember Edwards, Air Councilmember Spradley here Councilmember lab ask is not present council member shot here and they are French. >> I'm here PRESIDENT And we can now proceed. So what were going to go over the executive session meeting topics, we're going to deliberate or sorry in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas government code chapter 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 1, The city council MAY convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below. And final action or vote on any executive session item will be taken into open section item, a deliberate the appointment evaluation duties, discipline or removal of the city manager in accordance with Section 5, 5, 1, Dash, 0, 7, 4, of the Texas government Code Item b deliberate. The appointment and the employment of the city attorney and city manager, including matters related to the search and selection of candidates pursuant to the Texas government Code Section 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 4, If necessary, will reconvene into open session to take any action. Relating to the executive session as described above. And we are
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL - EXECUTIVE SESSION
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future,
responding to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique
heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
1.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Ch. 551.071, the City
Council may convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below. Any final
action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open session.
Deliberate
the
appointment,
evaluation,
duties,
discipline, or removal of the City Manager in accordance
with Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code.
26-1152
A)
Deliberate the appointment and employment of a City
Attorney and the City Manager including matters related
to the search and selection of candidates, pursuant to
Texas
Government
Code
Section 551.074 (Personnel
Matters).
26-1200
B)
2.
IF
NECESSARY,
RECONVENE
INTO
OPEN
SESSION
AND
TAKE
ANY
ACTION
RELATING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/20/2026 5:02:03PM
City Council - Executive Session Agenda
October 26, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________ …
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council considers $3.1 million for Barbarosa Road/Saur Lane right-of-way
The City Council will consider funding for road improvements and hold public hearings on several rezoning requests. The body will also discuss the Northwest Park Master Plan and updates to the Roadway Impact Fee Study.
- Expenditure of up to $3,100,000 for Barbarosa Road/Saur Lane Improvements Project right-of-way
- Public hearing for Roadway Impact Fee Study update
- Rezoning of 11.44 acres at 141 Rueckle Road to allow manufactured homes
- Rezoning of 2.6 acres at 1283 State Highway 46 South to Commercial Office
- Rezoning requests for short-term rentals at 242 East Austin Street and 1064 Comal Avenue
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City Hall - Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 5h 14m
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But as the gentlemen, thank you so much for being here tonight. Pretty important night. I call this regular meeting. Brown Full City Council to order today's date is OCTOBER. 26 2026. And the time is 6 o'clock. We requested also phones and other devices, the on silent except for emergency on call personnel. MADAM Secretary Gail please call roll. Yes, Councilmember Carter. >> Here, Mayor Pro tem could pz here. Councilmember Edwards here, Councilmember Spradley here, Councilmember Le Bas case not present council member shot here and they are French. >> I am PRESIDENT. A quorum is present. So we will now proceed. Please join us for the indication presented by me. And followed by the 2 pledges of Allegiance. Thank you. Heavenly Father, Almighty GOD and source of all grace and unity. As we gather here tonight. In the heart of our beloved city of New Braunfels. We take a moment to pause, reflect and unite our hearts and gratitude for the community. We are so blessed to share. Lord as we enter this wonderful season of togetherness marked by the joy of Halloween. The gratitude of Thanksgiving in the one thing hope of Christmas. We ask that you opened our hearts to one another. MAY the spirit of those coming days remind us that the power of generosity, compassion and neighborly love. Teaches to expand, extend a helping hand to those in need to share our blessings. And 2, listen to one another with the patient's kindness and understanding. We ask that your special blessing and protecti …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Michael French, Mayor
Toni L. Carter, Councilmember (District 1)
Michael Capizzi, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2)
D. Lee Edwards, Councilmember (District 3)
Lawrence Spradley, Councilmember (District 4)
Mary Ann Labowski, Councilmember (District 5)
Nikki Shaw, Councilmember (District 6)
Robert Camareno, City Manager
AGENDA AMENDED 10/20/2026
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
REQUEST
ALL
PHONES
AND
OTHER
DEVICES
BE
TURNED
OFF,
EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
INVOCATION: MAYOR FRENCH
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
PROCLAMATIONS:
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
26-1090
A)
Wurstfest
26-1118
B)
Code Compliance Appreciation Month
26-1188
C)
Fire Prevention Month
26-1249
D)
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/20/2026 8:34:43PM
City Council Agenda
October 26, 2026
We will now open Citizens Communications, our public comment period where our citizens are
heard. In the interest of time and structure, this period is specifically for individuals to address the
City Council on issues and items of concern that are not listed on this agenda. There will be no
City Council action at this time. Citizens will …
Notable items
- Right-of-way and utility easement acquisition for Barbarosa Road/Saur Lane Improvements
Barbarosa Road/Saur Lane · $3.1M
- Update to City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study
- Rezone 11.44 acres from C-3 to C-3 SUP for manufactured homes
141 Rueckle Road · 11.44 ac
- Rezone 2.6 acres from R-2 AH & APD AH to C-O AH
1283 State Highway 46 South · 2.6 ac
- Rezone 0.16 acres from C-1 to C-1 SUP for Short Term Rental
242 East Austin Street · 0.16 ac
- Rezone 0.21 acres from C-3 to C-3 SUP for Short Term Rental
1064 Comal Avenue · 0.21 ac
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-1141 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1240 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1255 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1166 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1178 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1179 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1183 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1233 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1235 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1236 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1237 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1256 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1180 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1093 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1205 — denied
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1226 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1227 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved the Consent Agenda
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski absent · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM
River Advisory Committee
River Advisory Committee to discuss river management fees and vessel access
The River Advisory Committee will review a presentation on the 2026 end of river season. The body will also discuss and consider changes to the river management fee and vessel access rules.
- Changes to the River Management Fee
- Changes to Ordinance 86-16 regarding vessel access to the last public exit
- 2026 End of River Season Presentation
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City Hall- Tejas Room
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
RIVER ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
CITY HALL- TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of Meeting Minutes for November 17, 2026 for
the River Advisory Committee meeting.
26-1274
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Committee on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Committee action at this time.
5.
STAFF REPORT
2026 End of River Season Presentation
26-1277
A)
6.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss
and
Consider
Changes
to
the
River
Management Fee
26-1273
A)
Discuss and Consider Changes to Ordinance 86-16 to
Allow Vessels Access to the Last Public Exit
26-1278
B)
7.
ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
8.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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River Advisory Committee Agenda
October 22, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Cemetery Committee
Cemetery Committee to discuss 2026 Soul Searching Recap
The Cemetery Committee will meet to review and potentially approve minutes from September 24, 2026. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and take action on the 2026 Soul Searching Recap.
- Approval of September 24, 2026, minutes
- Discussion and action on 2026 Soul Searching Recap
cemeterycommittee
Landa Haus
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CEMETERY COMMITTEE MEETING
LANDA HAUS
360 AQUATIC CIR
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Discuss and consider approval of September 24, 2026,
minutes of the Cemetery Committee
26-1259
4.
CITIZEN'S COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Board on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
2026 Soul Searching Recap
26-1260
6.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
No action may be taken.
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM
New Braunfels Partnership Committee
Committee to discuss resident trips to Germany and budget funding
The New Braunfels Partnership Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on resident trips to Germany. The committee will also discuss future projects and potential funding opportunities for a committee budget.
- Discussion and possible action on resident trips to Germany
- Discussion and possible action on future projects and committee budget funding opportunities
- Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
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CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
NEW BRAUNFELS PARTNERSHIP
COMMITTEE MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval
of
the
minutes
of
the
April
15th,
2026
Partnership meeting.
26-567
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Partnership Committee on issues and items of concerns
not on this agenda.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss
and
possible
action
reference
communication
and future trips for New Braunfel's residents to Germany,
26-565
A)
Discuss
and
possible
action
on
future
projects
and
possible funding opportunities for a committee budget.
26-566
B)
6.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
No action may be taken at this time.
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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October 21, 2026
City of New Braunfels, …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council - Special
City Council to discuss data center ordinances and downtown parking
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Downtown Managed Parking Program and a potential new ordinance regarding data centers. The meeting includes briefings on New Braunfels Utilities and the FY 2026 Third Quarter Financial Report.
- MOU with Guadalupe County for outdoor warning and flood monitoring systems
- Interlocal Agreement with Comal County for outdoor warning and flood monitoring systems
- Briefing on a potential Code of Ordinances amendment regarding data centers
- Presentation on the Downtown Managed Parking Program
- Executive session regarding the appointment and employment of a City Attorney and City Manager
parkingzoningutilitiesfinanceemergency-managementpersonnel
City Hall - Council Chambers
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Good evening, everyone. Thank you for for showing up today. I call this special session in the New Braunfels City Council to order today's date is OCTOBER 1920, 26 and the time is 5 o'clock. We request also phones and other devices be on solid except emergency on call personnel. MADAM Secretary, can you please call roll? >> Councilmember Carter is not present at this time. Mayor Pro tem could pc here. Councilmember Edwards here, Councilmember Spradley. Councilmember Lebowski here, Councilmember shop here and they are French. >> And here we have a So we shall proceed. Please join me. Indication brought to you by Councilmember Edwards. And followed by Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you. >> Almighty GOD, as we come before you tonight to conduct a city council meeting, give us courage to seek the whole truth. Not have true shape, fair favor or convenience. Grant. Every speaker patients. Every listener, humility and every leader wisdom. Help us examine each matter fairly Razan carefully. And remember that our decisions affect neighbors, families and generations to come. Artists from pride, taste and Division, latest to speak. Honestly, listen, respectfully and choose what is just and good for our community. A truce guide fairness. Govern us and sound reasons. Steady us and all these things. We pray. Amen. >> Liberty justice for all. It one state under GOD, one >> All right. Well, we have next is some proclamations. As go on. All right. So the first one here, this is for the Chamber o …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
INVOCATION: COUNCILMEMBER EDWARDS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
PROCLAMATIONS
Chamber of Commerce Week
26-1167
A)
National Pedestrian Safety Month "WALKtober"
26-1182
B)
Unplug Texas Day
26-1251
C)
CONSENT
Approval
of
a
Memorandum
of
Understanding
for
Enhancement to Outdoor Warning and Flood Monitoring
Systems Between Guadalupe County and the City of
New Braunfels.
26-1193
A)
Robert Church: Emergency Management Coordinator
Approval of an Interlocal Agreement for enhancement
and
maintenance
to
Outdoor
Warning
and
Flood
Monitoring Systems Between Comal County and the City
of New Braunfels.
26-1194
B)
Robert Church, Emergency Management Coordinator
1.
WORKSHOP
Presentation, discussion, and update on the Downtown
Managed Parking Program
26-966
A)
Jeff Jewell, Economic and Community Development Director
Tony Janoweic, President and CEO, Interstate Parking
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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City Council - Special Agenda
October 19, 2026
Briefing to City Council on a potential amendment to the
City’s Code of Ordinances establishing a …
Notable items
- Memorandum of Understanding for Enhancement to Outdoor Warning and Flood Monitoring Systems Between Guadalupe County and — null
- Interlocal Agreement for enhancement and maintenance to Outdoor Warning and Flood Monitoring Systems Between Comal Count — null
- Downtown Managed Parking Program update — null
Downtown
- Amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances establishing a new section regarding data centers — null
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Economic Development Corporation
EDC to consider $500,000 expenditure for the Park at Dogwood
The Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding funding for the Park at Dogwood. The board will also discuss redevelopment input for Dittlinger Mill and a contract amendment for 210 S. Castell, LLC.
- Public hearing and possible action on expenditure up to $500,000 for the Park at Dogwood
- Possible action to amend contract with 210 S. Castell, LLC to extend deadlines
- Discussion of Dittlinger Mill redevelopment public input
- Update on the Northwest Park Master Plan
- Q4 update from the SPARK Small Business Center
economic-developmentpublic-fundingredevelopmentcontractssmall-business
City Hall - Council Chambers
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>> Excuse me, we will now call to order the city of New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation meeting Thursday, OCTOBER 15th at 05:00pm. Spoke to please call rule. >> Director Hammonds. Director compost director l Rod here. Director Austin here, PRESIDENT Heinz here. >> And I'd also like to thank the mayor for joining us this meeting. Thank you for being here. Minutes. Approval of the SEPTEMBER 15th, regular meeting minutes. >> And move approve. The I have a motion from director composting a second from Director Austin. All those in favor. >> I post. Minutes past noon sleep. And forces is a communication. This is time for the citizens to address the board on issues and items of concerns. Not on this agenda will be no board action at this time. >> They didn't want district, they feel pretty just a stack of stuff here. I've got a little bit of a different presentation of the day. I have 4 things and touch on lightly. They are all things that I have witnessed year in seeing that you can describe a sloppy. And that would make a whole lot of sense. And then going to give you guys a paradigm shift giving it to last meeting a little bit at the end and try to get you guys think in a different direction. Last meeting Green 16 came up and you'll actually voted to sell one who around applause. Well, I'm here. You also have treasurer's report that's really good. And know this is like a $50,000 charge. And this year. A study and I'm thinking that strange. Why would you do that if you …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA ST.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the September 15, 2026 regular meeting
minutes.
26-1195
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Board on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
5.
TREASURER'S REPORT
Presentation
and
discussion
on
the
October
2026
Treasurer’s Report.
26-1196
A)
6.
PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Presentation, discussion, and summary of the Dittlinger
Mill redevelopment public input meeting.
26-1242
A)
Presentation
and
Q4 update
from
the
SPARK
Small
Business Center.
26-1197
B)
Presentation and update on the Northwest Park Master
Plan.
26-1243
C)
Public
hearing,
discussion,
and
possible
action
to
approve an expenditure of up to $500,000, for the Park
at Dogwood, pursuant to 505.153 of the Texas Local
Government Code.
26-1244
D)
Discussion
and
possible
action
approving
the
first
amendment of the contract with 210 S. Castell, LLC. to
extend performance deadlines.
26-1245
E)
7.
ADVISORY TEAM REPORT
Presentation and discussion on the Quarterly Advisory 26-1198
A)
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Economic Development Corporation Agenda
October 15, 2026
Report.
8.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In accordance with the Texas Gove …
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 5:15 PM
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
City of New Braunfels proposes FY 2027 budget
The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meeting notice includes a taxpayer impact statement for the proposed FY 2027 budget. The document compares current and estimated property tax bills for median-valued homesteads in Comal and Guadalupe counties.
- Proposed FY 2027 budget and tax rate of $0.415613 per $100 of value
budgettaxeshousing
Community Center - 300 Laurel Ln. New Braunfels, TX 78130
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MEETING
at
TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT
Comal County & Guadalupe County
House Bill 1522, passed by the Texas Legislature in 2025, amends section 551.043 of the
Texas Government Code to require that the notice of a meeting required to be posted under
section 551.043(a) of the Texas Open Meetings Act, at which a governmental body will
discuss or adopt a budget for the governmental body, must include a taxpayer impact
statement showing, for the median-valued homestead property, a comparison of the
property tax bill in dollars pertaining to the property for the current fiscal year to an
estimate of the property tax bill in dollars for the same property for the upcoming fiscal
year.
The City of New Braunfels has proposed a budget for FY 2027.
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 287,080
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,174
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 281,180
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts the
Proposed Budget and Tax Rate ($0.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts a
Balanced Budget Funded at the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate ($.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Guadalupe County $ 246,910
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,010
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in G …
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 5:15 PM
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
City of New Braunfels proposes FY 2027 budget
The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meeting notice includes a taxpayer impact statement for the proposed FY 2027 budget. The document provides estimated property tax bills for median-valued homesteads in Comal and Guadalupe counties.
- Proposed FY 2027 budget
- Estimated Comal County median homestead tax bill: $1,169
- Estimated Guadalupe County median homestead tax bill: $987
budgettaxeshousing
Community Center - 300 Laurel Ln. New Braunfels, TX 78130
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MEETING
at
TAXPAYER IMPACT STATEMENT
Comal County & Guadalupe County
House Bill 1522, passed by the Texas Legislature in 2025, amends section 551.043 of the
Texas Government Code to require that the notice of a meeting required to be posted under
section 551.043(a) of the Texas Open Meetings Act, at which a governmental body will
discuss or adopt a budget for the governmental body, must include a taxpayer impact
statement showing, for the median-valued homestead property, a comparison of the
property tax bill in dollars pertaining to the property for the current fiscal year to an
estimate of the property tax bill in dollars for the same property for the upcoming fiscal
year.
The City of New Braunfels has proposed a budget for FY 2027.
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 287,080
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,174
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Comal County $ 281,180
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts the
Proposed Budget and Tax Rate ($0.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
Estimated 2026 Property Tax Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year if the City Adopts a
Balanced Budget Funded at the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate ($.415613 per $100 of value) $ 1,169
2025 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in Guadalupe County $ 246,910
2025 Property Tax Bill for the Current Fiscal Year ($0.408936) $ 1,010
2026 Value of Median-Valued Homestead Property in G …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Landa Park Municipal Golf Course Advisory Board
Landa Park Golf Course Advisory Board to review Q4 financials and maintenance
The Landa Park Municipal Golf Course Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on course maintenance and tournament and league play. The board is also scheduled to review the Q4 golf course financial update.
- Course Maintenance Update
- Tournament and League Play Update
- Q4 Golf Course Financial Update
golf-coursefinancemaintenancerecreation
Landa Park Golf Course
180 Golf Course Rd.
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
LANDA PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
LANDA PARK GOLF COURSE
180 GOLF COURSE RD.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the July 1, 2026 meeting minutes.
26-1250
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Finance and Audit Committee on issues and items of
concerns not on this agenda. There will be no action at this time.
5.
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Course Maintenance Update
26-1252
A)
Tournament and League Play Update
26-1253
B)
Q4 Golf Course Financial Update
26-1254
C)
6.
AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No discussion will take place on these items.
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/7/2026 2:11:58PM
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Historic Landmark Commission
Commission to consider demolition or relocation of structure at 375 Magazine Avenue
The Historic Landmark Commission will review four Certificates of Alteration for properties in historic districts. The body will also receive staff reports from Preservation Texas and the Comal County Historical Commission.
- Relocation or demolition of primary structure at 375 Magazine Avenue (HST26-336)
- ADA ramp, railing, and fachwerk exposure at 195 E Coll (HST26-311)
- Installation of two wall signs at 297/299 West San Antonio Street (HST26-316)
- Replacement of eight windows at 205 South Academy Avenue (HST26-337)
historic-preservationzoningdemolitionlandmarks
City Hall - Tejas Room
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION
MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the August 11, 2026 regular HLC meeting
minutes.
26-1039
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Historic Landmark Commission on issues and items of
concerns not on this agenda. There will be no Historic Landmark Commission action at this
time.
5.
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
HLC
Case
HST26-311:
Discuss
and
consider
a
Certificate of Alteration, requested by Isaac Pruna, to
add an ADA ramp, a railing, and expose the fachwerk on
the front of the house and apply German schmear at the
property located at 195 E Coll, located in the Stock
Historic District.
26-1077
A)
HLC
Case
HST26-316:
Discuss
and
Consider
a
Certificate of Alteration, requested by Nancy Hierl, for the
installation of two (2) wall signs at 297/299 West San
Antonio Street.
26-1116
B)
HLC
Case
HST26-336:
Discuss
and
consider
a
Certificate of Alteration, requested by the Sophienburg
Museum & Archives, to relocate or demolish the primary
structure
at
375 Magazine
Avenue,
located
in
the
Sophienburg Hill historic district.
26-1190
C)
HLC
Case
HST26-337:
Discuss
and
Consider
a
Certificate of Alteration, requested by Andrew Muller, to
replace eight (8) windows on an area of the primary
structure at 205 South Academy Avenue, loca …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Parks board to vote on Northwest Park Master Plan
The New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meets Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 550 Landa St. The board will discuss and consider approval of the Northwest Park Master Plan, and will hear presentations on the Summer Programming Wrap-Up and a Field and Facility Allocation Policy. It will also consider approval of the July 14, 2026 meeting minutes and October recognitions. Citizens may address the board on items not on the agenda; no board action will be taken during that time.
- Vote on approval of the Northwest Park Master Plan (item 26-1175)
- Presentation: Summer Programming Wrap-Up (26-1174)
- Presentation: Field and Facility Allocation Policy (26-1176)
- Approval of the July 14, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes (26-1172)
- Citizens' Communications period for public comment on non-agenda items, with no board action
parksnew-braunfelsmaster-planpublic-commentrecreationadvisory-board
City Hall - Council Chambers
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA ST.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Discuss and consider approval of the July 14, 2026
Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
26-1172
A)
4.
RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
October Recognitions and Announcements
26-1173
A)
5.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Park and Recreation Advisory Board on issues and
items of concerns not on this agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
6.
PRESENTATIONS
Summer Programming Wrap-Up
26-1174
A)
Field and Facility Allocation Policy
26-1176
B)
7.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss and consider approval of the Northwest Park
Master Plan.
26-1175
A)
8.
AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
9.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 10/1/2026 4:02:27PM
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Agenda
October 13, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that ap …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Roadway Impact Fee Committee
Committee to consider roadway impact fee rates and land use assumptions
The Roadway Impact Fee Committee will discuss and potentially recommend changes to land use assumptions and the capital improvement plan. The body may also recommend a maximum assessable impact fee, a collected fee rate, and an effective date to City Council.
- Recommendation on land use assumptions and roadway impact fee capital improvement plan
- Recommendation on maximum assessable impact fee
- Recommendation on collected fee rate and effective date
- Establishment of the committee's regular meeting schedule
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City Hall - TEJAS ROOM
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
ROADWAY IMPACT FEE COMMITTEE
MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of the October 1, 2026 meeting.
26-1228
A)
Brenadette Faust, Capital Projects Manager
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee on any
issues or items NOT on the agenda. It is a violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act for the
Committee to address, discuss or take action on any items not on the agenda. In addition to
this venue, citizens may also email any comments to TCS@newbraunfels.gov. Emailed
comments will be distributed to the Committee.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEM
Presentation,
discussion
and
possible
action
on
a
recommendation
to
City
Council
regarding
an
amendment to land use assumptions, roadway impact
fee
capital
improvement
plan,
maximum
assessable
impact fee and a recommendation for the collected fee
rate and effective date.
26-1229
A)
Jeff Whitacre, Kimley-Horn & Associates
Discuss and consider action to establish the date and
time of the next meeting and to establish the committee’s
regular meeting schedule.
26-1232
B)
Brenadette Faust, Capital Projects Manager
6.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
Page 1
Posted On: 10/7/2026 9:20:39AM
Roadway Impact Fee Committee Agenda
October 13, 2026
I hereby certify the abo …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 7:45 AM
Regional Workforce Education Alliance
Regional Workforce Education Alliance to discuss workforce study and CTTC tenancy
The Regional Workforce Education Alliance will meet to discuss the RWEA Bylaws and a workforce study for Comal and Guadalupe Counties. The body will also discuss tenancy for the CTTC building and receive updates from educational and industry partners.
- Discussion and clarification on the RWEA Bylaws
- Update on the Workforce Study for Comal and Guadalupe Counties
- Discussion on upcoming CTTC building tenancy
- Update from the Workforce and ISD’s Committee
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NLC AT NB - BOARD ROOM
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
REGIONAL WORKFORCE EDUCATION
ALLIANCE MEETING
NLC AT NB - BOARD ROOM
2193 FM 758
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 at 7:45 AM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL AND ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
3.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Committee on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Committee action at this time.
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval
of
the
August
11,
2026 regular
meeting
minutes.
26-1219
A)
5.
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION
Discussion and clarification on the RWEA Bylaws.
26-1220
A)
Discussion
and
update
on
the
Workforce
Study
for
Comal and Guadalupe Counties.
26-1221
B)
Discussion on upcoming CTTC building tenancy.
26-1239
C)
6.
COMMITTEE UPDATES
Discussion and update from the Workforce and ISD’s
Committee.
26-1222
A)
7.
REPORTS AND ESSENTIAL UPDATES
Updates and upcoming initiatives from:
-
ISDs
-
Post-Secondary Educational Institutions
-
FAME Lone Star Chapter
-
Chamber of Commerce
-
Workforce Industries
-
Cities
26-1223
A)
8.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
Page 1
Posted On: 10/7/2026 1:34:14PM
Regional Workforce Education Alliance Agenda
October 13, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for p …
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council considers $1.125 million for entrepreneurship incubator project
The City Council will discuss funding for a multi-year entrepreneurship incubator and potential changes to residential solid waste rates. The body is also considering speed limit reductions near Lake Front Avenue and staffing levels for police and fire departments.
- Proposed expenditure of up to $1,125,000 to Gener8tor for an entrepreneurship incubator project
- Ordinance to lower speed limits in residential areas off Lake Front Avenue
- Ordinance establishing position counts for New Braunfels Fire and Police Departments
- Contract amendment for Landa Park Golf Course Bunker Renovation Project
- Contract modification for Solms Road Improvement project design services
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✓ Decided: City Council approves various infrastructure and administrative updates
Council approved several contract amendments for park and road projects and lowered speed limits in residential areas off Lake Front Avenue. The council also authorized the installation of a motto in council chambers and established the size of the Charter Review Commission.
- Approved Landa Park Golf Course Bunker Renovation contract amendment (Unanimous)
- Approved Solms Road Improvement project design services modification (Unanimous)
- Authorized FAA grant application for New Braunfels National Airport (Unanimous)
- Approved police and fire department position classifications (Unanimous)
- Lowered speed limits in residential areas off Lake Front Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved installation of 'In God We Trust' motto in council chambers (Unanimous)
- Approved reimbursement resolution for NBU Capital Improvement Projects (Unanimous)
- Postponed $1.125M Gener8tor incubator project expenditure to Nov 9 (Unanimous)
City Hall - Council Chambers
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Hello, everyone. I want to thank everyone for coming Back in the room. He got Carrie Isaac right there. As he carry. I called this regular meeting in New Braunfels City Council to order. Today's date is OCTOBER 12, 2026 in the time is 06:00pm. We request of all cell phones and other devices again silent except for emergency on call personnel. >> MADAM Secretary can please call roll. >> Yes, Councilmember Carter here, Mayor Pro tem could pz here. Councilmember Edwards, hair councilmember spradling here, Councilmember Love, asking here, Councilmember Shaw. Here they are. French. >> I am PRESIDENT. We have a quorum and we will now proceed. Please join me in the vacation. Brought to you by Mayor Potemkin Peasy and followed by the 2 pledges of allegiance. Heavenly father. >> Thank you for the opportunity serve this great community. Got hearts and minds tonight. Give us wisdom in our decision. Patients that are differences and humility to remember that we are here to serve others, not ourselves. Bless our city, our citizens and those who work every day to make the Broncos a better place. We asked things in your name. A man. >> U.S. >> All right. Ladies and gentlemen, we have some proclamations is going I loved about the nation's is fun. So the first one we're going to do. We have 3 living legends here tonight. The first one has Hopefully up an or less end up at your last name right angle Engel come up here. All right, ladies and gentlemen. City of New Braunfels proclamation. The st …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Michael French, Mayor
Toni L. Carter, Councilmember (District 1)
Michael Capizzi, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2)
D. Lee Edwards, Councilmember (District 3)
Lawrence Spradley, Councilmember (District 4)
Mary Ann Labowski, Councilmember (District 5)
Nikki Shaw, Councilmember (District 6)
Robert Camareno, City Manager
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
REQUEST
ALL
PHONES
AND
OTHER
DEVICES
BE
TURNED
OFF,
EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
INVOCATION: MAYOR PRO TEM CAPIZZI
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
PROCLAMATIONS:
Living Legends of New Braunfels
26-1089
A)
R.O.A.D Ready Recognition (Parks Dept. / Solid Waste
Dept.)
26-1078
B)
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
City of New Braunfels, Texas
Page 1
Posted On: 10/6/2026 4:12:50PM
City Council Agenda
October 12, 2026
We will now open Citizens Communications, our public comment period where our citizens are
heard. In the interest of time and structure, this period is specifically for individuals to address the
City Council on issues and items of concern that are not listed on this agenda. There will be no
City Council action at this time. Citizens will be provided with the right to speak on posted …
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OF THE NEW BRAUNFELS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
FINAL - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
Councilmember Toni Carter, Mayor Pro Tem Michael Capizzi,
Councilmember
D.
Lee
Edwards,
Councilmember
Lawrence
Spradley, Councilmember Mary Ann Labowski, Mayor Michael
French, and Councilmember Nikki Shaw
Present:
7 -
REQUEST ALL PHONES AND OTHER DEVICES BE TURNED OFF, EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
INVOCATION: MAYOR PRO TEM CAPIZZI
Mayor Pro Tem Capizzi provided the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
Mayor French led the Pledge of Allegiance and the Salute to the Texas
Flag.
PROCLAMATIONS:
A)
Living Legends of New Braunfels
Mayor
French
read
the
aforementioned
proclamations
for
Benno
Engel.
Benno Engel accepted the proclamation and addressed council.
Mayor French read the aforementioned proclamation for David Lamon.
David Lamon accepted the proclamation and addressed council.
Mayor
French
read
the
aforementioned
proclamation
for
Teresa
Johnson.
Teresa Johnson was not present at the time of the reading.
B)
R.O.A.D Ready Recognition (Parks Dept. / Solid Waste Dept.)
Mayor French read the aforementioned proclamation.
Monday, October 12, 2026 New Braunfels City Council Regular Meeting
Members
from
the
New
Braunfels
Solid
Waste
Division
and
Parks
Department
accepted
the
proclamation
and
Randy
Garza,
a
member
from the T …
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-1053 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1155 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1171 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1177 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-833 — postponed
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1123 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1184 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1209 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1238 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1181 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved the Consent Agenda
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council - Executive Session
City Council to hold executive session on personnel and legal matters
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss personnel and legal issues. Any final actions or votes resulting from these discussions will be taken in an open session.
- Appointment and employment of a City Attorney and City Manager
- Pending or contemplated litigation and settlement offers
- Code of Conduct for members of Boards and Commissions and the First Amendment
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✓ Decided: City Council took no action during October 12 executive session
The City Council met in a closed executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters. The council did not reconvene in open session, and no action was taken.
City Hall - Council Chambers
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>> And everyone. I call this executives meeting of the New Braunfels City Council to order. Today's date is OCTOBER 12, 2026 and time is 5 o'clock. MADAM Secretary, please call Roll. Yes, sir. >> Councilmember Carter's not present at this time. Mayor Pro tem could pc here. Mayor Pro Tim Edwards air Mayor Pro I'm Councilmember Edwards, Councilmembers Bradley. I'm here. Councilmember Love. Ask e. Council member shot here and they are French. >> I am here. We have a quorum. We will now proceed. Executive session in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas government code chapter 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 1, The city council MAY convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below. Final action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open session. When you talk about item a deliberate matters related to the duties of the city manager pursuant to Texas government Code 5, 5, 1, Dash, 0, 7, 4, Personnel matters. B, deliberate deployment in the employment of a city attorney and city manager, including matters related to the search and selection of candidates pursuant to the Texas Government Code Section 5, 5, 1, Dash, 0, 7, 4, and see deliberate pending contemplated litigation settlement offers and matters concerning privileged and and cleavage client information deemed confidential by rule. 1.0 5 of the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct in accordance with Section 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 1, of the Texas government code specifically code of conduct for me …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL - EXECUTIVE SESSION
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
1.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Ch. 551.071, the City
Council may convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below. Any final
action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open session.
Deliberate matters related to the duties of the City
Manager pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074
(personnel matters)
26-1224
A)
Deliberate the appointment, and employment of a City
Attorney and City Manager, including matters related to
the search and selection of candidates, pursuant to
Texas
Government
Code
Section
551.074 (Personnel
Matters).
26-1210
B)
Deliberate
pending/contemplated
litigation,
settlement
offer(s),
and
matters
concerning
privileged
and
unprivileged
client
information
deemed
confidential
by
Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional
Conduct in accordance with Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code specifically:
·
Code
of
Conduct
for
members
of
Boards
and
Commissions and the First Amendment
26-1208
C)
2.
IF
NECESSARY,
RECONVENE
INTO
OPEN
SESSIO …
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OF THE NEW BRAUNFELS CITY COUNCIL - EXECUTIVE SESSION
REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
FINAL - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
Councilmember Carter arrived at 5:01 p.m.
Councilmember
D.
Lee
Edwards,
Councilmember
Lawrence
Spradley, Mayor Pro Tem Michael Capizzi, Councilmember
Toni
Carter,
Councilmember
Mary
Ann
Labowski,
Mayor
Michael French, and Councilmember Nikki Shaw
Present
7 -
1.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Ch. 551.071,
the City Council may convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed
below. Any final action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open
session.
A)
Deliberate matters related to the duties of the City Manager pursuant
to Texas Government Code 551.074 (personnel matters)
B)
Deliberate the appointment, and employment of a City Attorney and
City Manager, including matters related to the search and selection of
candidates, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074
(Personnel Matters).
C)
Deliberate
pending/contemplated
litigation,
settlement
offer(s),
and
matters
concerning
privileged
and
unprivileged
client
information
deemed confidential by Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct in accordance with Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code specifically:
·
Code of Conduct for members of Boards and Commissions and th …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board
Board to consider traffic calming on Walnut Heights Blvd between Broadmoor Drive and McQueeney Road
The Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board meets Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Tejas Room at 550 Landa Street. The board will hear a presentation and possible direction on amendments to Chapter 138, Vehicles for Hire, covering pedicabs, general shuttle services, and horse-drawn carriages. It will also discuss and consider a recommendation to City Council for traffic calming on Walnut Heights Boulevard between Broadmoor Drive and McQueeney Road. The agenda also includes approval of the September 10, 2026 minutes and a citizens' communications period with no board action.
- Possible direction on amendments to New Braunfels Code of Ordinances Chapter 138, Vehicles for Hire, regarding pedicabs, general shuttle services, and horse-drawn carriages (item 26-1214)
- Recommendation to City Council on traffic calming for Walnut Heights Boulevard between Broadmoor Drive and McQueeney Road (item 26-1187)
- Approval of minutes from the September 10, 2026 board meeting (item 26-1215)
- Citizens' communications period for issues not on the agenda, with no board action
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Tejas Room
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
TRANSPORTATION & TRAFFIC ADVISORY
BOARD MEETING
TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of the September 10th, 2026
Transportation and Traffic Advisory Board meeting.
26-1215
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Transportation and Traffic Advisory Board on issues
and items of concerns not on this agenda. There will be no Transportation and Traffic
Advisory Board action at this time.
5.
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation,
discussion,
and
possible
direction
on
amendments to the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 138, Vehicles for Hire, related to pedicabs,
general shuttle services, and horse-drawn carriages
26-1214
A)
6.
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Discuss and consider a recommendation to City Council
for traffic calming on Walnut Heights Boulevard between
Broadmoor Drive and McQueeney Road.
26-1187
A)
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
Page 1
Posted On: 10/2/2026 9:23:52AM
Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board Agenda
October 8, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary
aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
New Braunfels Planning Commission weighs four rezoning requests, three for short-term rentals
The New Braunfels Planning Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 550 Landa Street. The Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to City Council on four rezoning requests, including three that would add a Special Use Overlay to allow short-term rental of a residence. The agenda also includes approval of the September 1st, 2026 regular meeting minutes and a possible closed executive session with its attorney under the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- PZ26-0302: Rezone about 2.6 acres at 1283 State Highway 46 South from R-2 AH and APD AH to C-O AH (Commercial Office, Airport Hazard Overlay); requested by Quintin Santiago for the Estate of Carolyn A. Miller
- SUP26-266: Rezone about 0.32 of an acre at 1330 Fieldcrest from R-1 to C-O SUP to allow short-term rental; requested by Schumann Consulting for Fieldcrest Moose Lodge, LLC
- SUP26-287: Rezone about 0.16 of an acre at 242 East Austin Street from C-1 to C-1 SUP to allow short-term rental; requested by Jeremy Coburn
- SUP26-313: Rezone about 0.21 of an acre at 1064 Comal Avenue from C-3 to C-3 SUP to allow short-term rental; requested by Blackbird Development Group, LLC for James Fritsch
- Approval of September 1st, 2026 regular meeting minutes; possible closed executive session with the Commission's attorney under Government Code Ch. 551.071
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City Hall - Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 52m
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>> Welcome >> to the New Braunfels Planning Commission meeting. We write nine-member commission appointed by City Council to make recommendations on a variety zoning land use and development related request. To provide comments for the allotted citizens communications for for any item posted on the agenda. We'd like all individuals to sign in in the entryway. Sign your name so you can. Speaking when you speak. Tell us whether you're resident or nonresident. Like to request everyone turn off their cell phones except for emergency on call. People. Could we get a roll call, please. >> Commissioner Nulty. Commissioner And when you speak, we will have the button looks like a little person and will click that. And so Commissioner Taylor here. Commissioner Mathis here. Commissioner here. Commissioner heading here. Commissioner PRESIDENT Vice Chair Elsa here Winterson you here. We have a point. Thank you. >> Everyone is like that. They managed to we have approval or a motion to approve the minutes. I make a motion to approve the minutes as written. Have a motion and second all in favor. Aye. Aye. >> All opposed. >> This is time for says Citizens Communications. To address the planning Commission and any issues items not on the agenda is a violation of Texas Open meeting. Acts. The commission to address, discuss or take action on any items on the agenda. Please note each speaker is limited to 3 minutes state their name and whether they are a resident. For our records, anyone whose wis …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Jerry Sonier - Chair
Chase Austin Taylor - Commissioner
Vicky Rudy - Commissioner
John Mathis - Commissioner
Randall Allsup - Vice Chair
Chad Nolte - Commissioner
Karen Brasier - Commissioner
Angela Allen - Commissioner
Will Henry - Commissioner
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
REQUEST
ALL
PHONES
AND
OTHER
DEVICES
BE
TURNED
OFF,
EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
In the interest of protecting the City's network and data, the City is not accepting flash drives or
electronic files for use during the meeting. Please use hard copies, the overhead projector, or
send your digital file to the case manager at least two (2) hours prior to the meeting.
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval
of
September
1st,
2026,
Regular
Meeting
Minutes
26-1091
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Planning Commission on any issues or items not on the
agenda. It is a violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act for the Commission to respond to, ask
questions about, or discuss any items that are not on the agenda.
5.
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
PZ26-0302 Public hearing and recommendation to City
Council, requested by Quintin Santiago, on behalf of the
Estate of Carolyn A. Miller, in the care of Robert L. Miller,
Jr., to rezone approximately 2.6 acres out of Subdivision
No. 111 of the A.M. Esnaurizar Eleven …
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-1091 — approved
8 present · 1 absent
Angela Allen present · Randall Allsup present · Vicky Rudy present · Karen Brasier present · Will Henry present · Chase Taylor present · Jerry Sonier present · Chad Nolte absent · John Mathis present
26-1092 — approved
8 present · 1 absent
Angela Allen present · Randall Allsup present · Vicky Rudy present · Karen Brasier present · Will Henry present · Chase Taylor present · Jerry Sonier present · Chad Nolte absent · John Mathis present
26-1101 — denied
8 present · 1 absent
Angela Allen present · Randall Allsup present · Vicky Rudy present · Karen Brasier present · Will Henry present · Chase Taylor present · Jerry Sonier present · Chad Nolte absent · John Mathis present
26-1102 — approved
8 present · 1 absent
Angela Allen present · Randall Allsup present · Vicky Rudy present · Karen Brasier present · Will Henry present · Chase Taylor present · Jerry Sonier present · Chad Nolte absent · John Mathis present
26-1103 — approved
8 present · 1 absent
Angela Allen present · Randall Allsup present · Vicky Rudy present · Karen Brasier present · Will Henry present · Chase Taylor present · Jerry Sonier present · Chad Nolte absent · John Mathis present
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Civil Service Commission
New Braunfels Civil Service Commission to weigh police and firefighter hiring rule changes
The New Braunfels Civil Service Commission meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM at City Hall, 550 Landa Street. The commission will discuss and consider approving amendments to its Rules and Regulations covering the psychological examination for beginning police officers and drug-use disqualifications for entry-level firefighters. It will also approve minutes from its September 1, 2026 meeting and hold a time for citizens to speak on items not on the agenda, with no action taken then.
- Consider amendments to Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations on the minimum eligibility psychological examination for beginning police officers (Chapter 143, Section 143.023(e))
- Consider amendments clarifying drug-use disqualifications for entry-level firefighters (Chapter 143, Section 143.023(3)(c))
- Approval of the September 1, 2026 meeting minutes
- Citizen comment period on non-agenda items, with no action to be taken
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City hall - Council Chambers
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the September 1, 2026 meeting minutes.
26-1216
A)
4.
COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Civil Service Commission on issues and items of
concerns not on this agenda. There will be no action at this time.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss and consider approval of amendments to the
City of New Braunfels Firefighters and Police Officers
Civil
Service
Commission
Rules
and
Regulations;
Minimum
Eligibility
Requirement
for
Beginning
Police
Officer, Chapter 143, Section 143.023 e) (e) revising the
parameters regarding the psychological examination.
26-1217
A)
Discuss and consider approval of amendments to the
City of New Braunfels Firefighters and Police Officers
Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations; Cause
for Rejection for Entry Level Firefighter; Chapter 143,
Section
143.023 (3)
(c)
clarifying
the
drug
use
disqualifications.
26-1218
B)
6.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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Posted On: 9/30/2026 8:51:40PM
Civil Service Commission Agenda
October 6, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Roadway Impact Fee Committee
New Braunfels roadway impact fee committee to review 2026 collected fee rate
The City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the Tejas Room at City Hall, 550 Landa Street. The main item is a presentation and discussion, with possible action, on the 2026 Roadway Impact Fee collected fee rate, presented by Pete Kelly, PE, of Kimley-Horn & Associates. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its September 15, 2026 regular meeting and will hear citizens' communications on items not on the agenda. No specific fee amounts or rate changes are stated in the agenda.
- Presentation and discussion, with possible action, on the 2026 Roadway Impact Fee collected fee rate (item 26-1192)
- Approval of September 15, 2026 regular meeting minutes (item 26-1191)
- Citizens' communications period; comments may also be emailed to tcs@newbraufels.gov
- Meeting held at City Hall, Tejas Room, 550 Landa Street, New Braunfels, TX
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
ROADWAY IMPACT FEE COMMITTEE
MEETING
CITY HALL- TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the September 15, 2026 regular meeting
minutes
26-1191
A.
Brenadette Faust, Capital Projects Manager
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee on any
issues or items NOT on the agenda. It is a violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act for the
Committee to address, discuss or take action on any items not on the agenda. In addition to
this venue, citizens may also email any comments to tcs@newbraunfels.gov. Emailed
comments will be distributed to the Committee.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEM
Presentation
and
discussion
on
the
2026 Roadway
Impact Fee collected fee rate.
26-1192
A.
Pete Kelly, PE, Kimley-Horn & Associates
6.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
City of New …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Other Public Meetings
City to discuss firefighter contract amendments
The City of New Braunfels and the New Braunfels Professional Firefighters Association (NBPFA), IAFF Local 3845, will meet to discuss proposed amendments to their Meet and Confer Agreement. This is a meet and confer session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Discussion of proposed amendments to the Meet and Confer Agreement between the City and NBPFA, IAFF Local 3845 (item 26-1130)
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
OTHER PUBLIC MEETINGS MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Notice of Meet and Confer Meeting of the City of New Braunfels and the New
Braunfels Firefighters Association.
1.
Call To Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
3.
Items for Consideration
Discussion of proposed amendments to the Meet and
Confer Agreement between the City of New Braunfels
and
the
New
Braunfels
Professional
Firefighers
Association (NBPFA), IAFF Local 3845.
26-1130
A)
4
Adjournment
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 5:30 PM
New Braunfels Development Authority
Authority to consider FY 2027 funds and financial projections
The New Braunfels Development Authority will hold a joint meeting with Reinvestment Zone No. 1 to consider approval of the FY 2027 proposed funds and discuss financial projections for FY 2027-2032. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 14, 2026, and a citizens' communications period.
- Consider approval of FY 2027 Proposed Reinvestment Zone No. 1/New Braunfels Development Authority Funds (26-1161)
- Presentation and discussion of FY 2027-FY 2032 financial projections (26-1162)
- Approval of minutes from May 14, 2026 (26-1124)
- Citizens' communications for items not on the agenda
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
NEW BRAUNFELS DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 at 5:30
PM
JOINT MEETING WITH REINVESTMENT ZONE NO.1
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes from May 14, 2026.
26-1124
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Board on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss and Consider approval of the FY 2027 Proposed
Reinvestment Zone No. 1/New Braunfels Development
Authority Funds.
26-1161
A)
6.
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation and Discussion regarding the FY 2027-FY
2032 financial projections of the Reinvestment Zone No.
1/New Braunfels Development Authority.
26-1162
A)
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
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New Braunfels Development Authority Agenda
September 30, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of NB
Zone board to approve FY 2027 funds, hear 6-year projections
The Reinvestment Zone No. 1 board, meeting jointly with the New Braunfels Development Authority, will consider approving the FY 2027 proposed funds for the zone and authority. Members will also hear a presentation on FY 2027-2032 financial projections. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizens' communications.
- Approval of FY 2027 Proposed Reinvestment Zone No. 1/New Braunfels Development Authority Funds (26-1161)
- Presentation and discussion on FY 2027-FY 2032 financial projections (26-1162)
- Approval of minutes from May 14, 2026 (26-1124)
- Citizens' communications period for non-agenda items
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CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
REINVESTMENT ZONE NO. 1, CITY OF NB
MEETING
CITY HALL - TEJAS ROOM
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 at 5:30
PM
JOINT MEETING WITH THE NEW BRAUNFELS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes from May 14, 2026.
26-1124
A)
4.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
This time is for citizens to address the Board on issues and items of concerns not on this
agenda. There will be no Board action at this time.
5.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION
Discuss and Consider approval of the FY 2027 Proposed
Reinvestment Zone No. 1/New Braunfels Development
Authority Funds.
26-1161
A)
6.
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation and Discussion regarding the FY 2027-FY
2032 financial projections of the Reinvestment Zone No.
1/New Braunfels Development Authority.
26-1162
A)
7.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
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September 30, 2026
I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New
Braunfels City Hall.
_____________________________________
Board Liaison
NOTE: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large
print, are requested to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (830) 221-4010 at least two (2) work
days prior to the meeting so that appropriate a …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council - Special
Council to weigh $1.2M Gener8tor incubator, ALPR program, parking code changes
The New Braunfels City Council is holding a special meeting with a workshop covering several items: a presentation on the Police Department's Automated License Plate Reader program, a proposed expenditure of up to $1,200,000 for a Gener8tor entrepreneurship incubator, and possible direction on code amendments regarding parking on unimproved surfaces, sidewalk installation, drainage plans, and vehicles for hire (pedicabs, shuttles, horse-drawn carriages). The council will also discuss proposed changes to solid waste residential service rates and may enter executive session to deliberate the Interim City Attorney's employment terms.
- Proposed $1,200,000 expenditure to Gener8tor for multi-year entrepreneurship incubator (26-859)
- Presentation on Police Department's Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program (26-1009)
- Possible code amendments on parking on unimproved surfaces, sidewalk installation, drainage plans (26-1060)
- Possible code amendments to Chapter 138, Vehicles for Hire (pedicabs, shuttles, horse-drawn carriages) (26-1030)
- Discussion on proposed modifications to solid waste residential service rates (26-1121)
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City Hall - Council Chambers
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>> Everyone, thank you so much for for showing up tonight. I call this special meeting to the new what the new bubble City Council to order. Today's date is SEPTEMBER 30 in the time is 603. MADAM Secretary please call roll. Councilmember Carter. >> Mayor Pro Tem Cup easy here. Councilmember Edwards here, council members badly Here, Councilmember Lebowski here, Councilmember shot here and Mayor French, I am here. >> a quorum is present and we will proceed. Please join me in the indication brought to you by council in Carter, followed by the pledges of allegiance. >> Our community, we ask that you guide this council and everyone gathered here with wisdom, patients, respect and civility. Help us listen to one another's peak with purpose and keep the needs of our citizens at the center or work. As strong thunderstorms approach. We ask for your protection over our community. Keep our residents, families city, stay safe and especially our police, fire, ems and all first responders safe as they serve and protect others. I meant. Will. >> for all. >> We have a one proclamation and that's national night out. All right. Thank you. Thank you. Or for being here. Can guys hear me? So we have your proclamation. The state of Texas come out City, New Braunfels. National Night out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes strong police community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer. More caring places to live and whereas the first national nig …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 at 6:00
PM
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
INVOCATION: COUNCILMEMBER CARTER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
PROCLAMATION
National Night Out
26-1144
A)
WORKSHOP
Presentation
on
the
Police
Department’s
Automated
License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program.
26-1009
A)
Osbaldo Flores, Police Chief
Presentation
and
discussion
on
a
New
Braunfels
Economic Development Corporation project expenditure
for
up
to
$1,200,000 to
Gener8tor
for
a
multi-year
entrepreneurship incubator project, pursuant to 505.102
of the Texas Local Government Code.
26-859
B)
Jonathan Packer, President & CEO, New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce
Presentation,
discussion,
and
possible
direction
on
amendments to the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances
related
to
vehicle
parking
on
unimproved
surfaces,
sidewalk
installation,
and
drainage
plans
at
building
permit application.
26-1060
C)
Garry Ford, Transportation & Construction Services Director
Gwen Estrada, Transportation & Construction Services Assistant Director
Presentation,
discussion,
and
possible
direction
on
amendments to the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances,
2 …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council - Executive Session
City Council to hold executive session on legal matters and personnel
The City Council will convene in a closed session to discuss legal briefings and personnel matters. This session includes discussions regarding the Open Meetings Act, the Public Information Act, and the terms of employment for the Interim City Attorney.
- Legal briefing regarding the Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act
- Deliberation of employment terms for the Interim City Attorney
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✓ Decided: City Council took no action during executive session
The City Council met in a closed session to discuss legal briefings and the employment terms of the Interim City Attorney. The council did not reconvene in open session and no action was taken.
City Hall - Council Chambers
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>> time is 405. We'll call this executive session. To order. Is that we call roll? >> Councilmember Card. Mayor Pro Tem Cup here. Councilmember Edwards is not present. Councilmember Spradley here councilmember the Bosque here Councilmember shot I have year and Mayor French is not present. We have a quorum. >> In accordance with the Open meetings that Texas government code chapter 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 1, The city council MAY convene a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below any final action or vote on any executive session item. We'll be taking open session. Item, a deliberate, pending contemplated litigation settlement offers in matters concerning privilege. And I'm privileged client. Information. Confidential. I rule 1.0 5 of the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct in accordance with Section 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 1, of the Texas government code specifically legal briefing regarding the open meetings at the public information that rows of counsel and charter officers decorum and the First Amendment. Item b deliberate, the terms of employment of the interim city attorney pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 5, 5, 1, 0, 7, 4 personnel matters. If necessary, will reconvene into open session to take any action relating to the executive session as described above. Times 406, leaving open session, going into closed
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL - EXECUTIVE SESSION
MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 at 4:00
PM
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
1.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Ch. 551.071, the City
Council may convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed below. Any final
action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open session.
Deliberate
pending/contemplated
litigation,
settlement
offer(s),
and
matters
concerning
privileged
and
unprivileged
client
information
deemed
confidential
by
Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional
Conduct in accordance with Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code, specifically
·
Legal briefing regarding the Open Meetings Act, the
Public Information Act, Roles of Council and Charter
Officers, Decorum and the First Amendment.
26-1169
A)
Deliberate the terms of employment of the Interim City
Attorney, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section
551.074 (Personnel Matters).
26-1186
B)
2.
IF
NECESSARY,
RECONVENE
INTO
OPEN
SESSION
AND
TAKE
ANY
ACTION
RELATING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
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CERTIFICATION
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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OF THE NEW BRAUNFELS CITY COUNCIL - EXECUTIVE SESSION
REGULAR MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
FINAL - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Capizzi called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
Mayor
French
arrived
at
4:07 p.m.
and
Councilmember
Edwards
arrived at 4:09 p.m.
Councilmember
D.
Lee
Edwards,
Councilmember
Lawrence
Spradley, Mayor Pro Tem Michael Capizzi, Councilmember
Toni
Carter,
Councilmember
Mary
Ann
Labowski,
Mayor
Michael French, and Councilmember Nikki Shaw
Present
7 -
1.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Ch. 551.071,
the City Council may convene in a closed session to discuss any of the items listed
below. Any final action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open
session.
A)
Deliberate
pending/contemplated
litigation,
settlement
offer(s),
and
matters
concerning
privileged
and
unprivileged
client
information
deemed confidential by Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct in accordance with Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code, specifically
·
Legal
briefing
regarding
the
Open
Meetings
Act,
the
Public
Information Act, Roles of Council and Charter Officers, Decorum and
the First Amendment.
B)
Deliberate the terms of employment of the Interim City Attorney,
pursuant
to
Texas
Government
Code
Section
551.074 (Personnel
Matters).
Mayor
Pro
Tem
Capizzi
read
the
aforementio …
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council to consider bond issuance, rezoning, and Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan
The New Braunfels City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on two rezoning requests, consider approving the Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan and the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and discuss an ordinance authorizing the issuance of combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation, series 2026. The consent agenda includes approvals for right-of-way acquisitions for the South Kowald Lane and Conrads Lane Improvements Projects, a Microsoft enterprise agreement, and several other routine items. The council will also enter executive session to discuss litigation, the Municipal Court Judge, and the City Attorney and City Manager positions.
- Public hearing and first reading to rezone 0.17 acre at 839 Oasis Street from R-2 to C-O SUP for short-term rental
- Public hearing and first reading to rezone 11.44 acres at 141 Rueckle Road from C-3 to C-3 SUP for manufactured homes
- Ordinance authorizing issuance of combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation, series 2026
- Approval of expenditures up to $300,000 for South Kowald Lane and $150,000 for Conrads Lane right-of-way acquisition
- Approval of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Software One for citywide software licenses
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✓ Decided: City Council approves infrastructure projects and drought ordinance revisions
The City Council approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including right-of-way acquisitions for the South Kowald and Conrads Lane projects and a revised drought ordinance. Council members also approved the Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan and the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. A rezoning request for 141 Rueckle Road was postponed until the October 26 meeting.
- Approved drought ordinance revisions (4-3)
- Approved Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan (7-0)
- Approved ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (7-0)
- Postponed 141 Rueckle Road rezoning to Oct 26 (5-2)
- Approved $300k South Kowald Lane right-of-way acquisition (7-0)
- Approved $150k Conrads Lane right-of-way acquisition (7-0)
- Approved Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (6-1)
- Approved Waterway Lane Hike and Bike Trail agreement (6-1)
City Hall - Council Chambers
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gentleman. I want. Thank everyone so much for showing up tonight. It's going to be a pretty busy night. I called this regular meeting in the New Braunfels City Council to order. Today's date is SEPTEMBER. 28. And it's 6 o'clock. We requested all cell phones and other devices. The on silent except for emergency on call personnel. MADAM Secretary Gail Kim, please call role yes, Councilmember Carter. >> Here, Mayor Pro Tem could pc here. Councilmember Edwards chair Councilmember Spradley Here, Councilmember Lebowski here, Councilmember shot here and Mayor I'm here. And we have a quorum. A quorum is present and we will now proceed. Please join me in the indication brought to you by COUNCILMAN Schaab followed by the 2 pledges of Allegiance. Thank you. Let us pray. >> Your Lord, I thank you for this opportunity to be here together with my fellow council members and the Citizens of New Braunfels and staff has worked. Don't diligently and h# # # o# this agenda and its main tonight. I ask that we all keep an open mind and are willing to discuss fairly and kindly with each other and come to decisions that for the best of all citizens. I asked you, give wisdom and discernment as we work through this very long agenda this evening. I pray that you keep our firefighters, first responders, military, our police officers safe as they stand ready to respond in any given moment. I also ask that you keep our plea military home and abroad safe as they stand ready to guard our nation. I ask you th …
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CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
550 LANDA STREET
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Michael French, Mayor
Toni L. Carter, Councilmember (District 1)
Michael Capizzi, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2)
D. Lee Edwards, Councilmember (District 3)
Lawrence Spradley, Councilmember (District 4)
Mary Ann Labowski, Councilmember (District 5)
Nikki Shaw, Councilmember (District 6)
Robert Camareno, City Manager
OUR MISSION
The City of New Braunfels serves the community by planning for the future, responding
to community needs, and preserving our natural beauty and unique heritage.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
REQUEST
ALL
PHONES
AND
OTHER
DEVICES
BE
TURNED
OFF,
EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
INVOCATION: COUNCILMEMBER SHAW
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
PROCLAMATIONS:
Concrete Pipe Week
26-1042
A)
Flocktober
26-541
B)
Ava Cooper and Julia Cooper Celebration
26-1016
C)
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
City of New Braunfels, Texas
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City Council Agenda
September 28, 2026
We will now open Citizens Communications, our public comment period where our citizens are
heard. In the interest of time and structure, this period is specifically for individuals to address the
City Council on issues and items of concern that are not listed on this agenda. There will be no
City Council action at this time. Citizens will be provided with the right to speak on posted
agenda items …
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OF THE NEW BRAUNFELS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
FINAL - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
Councilmember Toni Carter, Mayor Pro Tem Michael Capizzi,
Councilmember
D.
Lee
Edwards,
Councilmember
Lawrence
Spradley, Councilmember Mary Ann Labowski, Mayor Michael
French, and Councilmember Nikki Shaw
Present:
7 -
REQUEST ALL PHONES AND OTHER DEVICES BE TURNED OFF, EXCEPT
EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
INVOCATION: COUNCILMEMBER SHAW
Councilmember Shaw provided the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
Mayor French led the Pledge of Allegiance and the Salute to the Texas
Flag.
PROCLAMATIONS:
A)
Concrete Pipe Week
Mayor
French
did
not
read
this
proclamation
and
announced
the
individuals that requested this proclamation were not present tonight.
B)
Flocktober
Mayor French read the aforementioned proclamation.
Members from the Pink Warrior Advocates accepted the proclamation
and addressed council.
C)
Ava Cooper and Julia Cooper Celebration
Mayor French read the aforementioned proclamation.
Ava
Cooper
and
Julia
Cooper
accepted
the
proclamation
and
addressed council.
CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
Monday, September 28, 2026 New Braunfels City Council Regular Meeting
We will now open Citizens Communications, our public comment period where our
citizens are heard. In the interest of time and structure, this period is specifically for
individuals to …
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-951 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-982 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1057 — postponed
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1112 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1119 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-846 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1037 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1059 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1096 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1099 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1115 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1122 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1128 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1113 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1145 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1151 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1149 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1148 — approved
6 present · 1 absent
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley absent · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1026 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
26-1159 — approved
7 present
Toni Carter present · Michael Capizzi present · D. Lee Edwards present · Lawrence Spradley present · Mary Ann Labowski present · Michael French present · Nikki Shaw present
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 299 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $32.1M | DECATUR CONSTRUCTION, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY PH 5 EXPANSION |
| $21.0M | THE OUTFIT INC. Department of Defense · DATABASE SUSTAINMENT SPECIALIST -BASE YR |
| $15.9M | HASEN JV Department of Defense · B1212 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AT JBSA-LACKLAND AFB TEXAS, REFER TO SOW AN |
| $11.7M | HASEN GLOBAL, LLC Department of Defense · CONSTRUCT CORROSION CONTROL FACILITY |
| $11.1M | TEAM HOUSING SOLUTIONS, INC. Department of Defense · SHORT TERM LODGING SOLUTION SOUTHERN BORDER |
| $10.0M | EAGLE TG, LLC Department of Defense · TEAMS-MPS |
| $8.8M | EAGLE TG, LLC Department of Defense · DISTRIBUTED ANTENNA SYSTEM FOR BAMC, COTO AND CAMP BULLIS. |
| $7.7M | AR6-CRAM ROOFING JV LLC Department of Defense · NRP FY24 PROJECT #02 AS001 AND AS004 FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR ROO |
| $7.6M | OWYHEE AIR RESEARCH LLC Department of Agriculture · AIRCRAFT AND CREW TO PROVIDE SENSOR ENHANCED FIRE MAPPING - BOISE |
| $7.4M | EAGLE TG, LLC Department of Justice · NDCAC - IT NETWORK AND DATA SERVICES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Guadalupe County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+6,471 people (+$424.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Flood": 6, "Fire": 6, "Hurricane": 5, "Severe Storm": 3, " · last Sat Jul 18, 2026)
Traffic fatalities8 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,951 (65,657 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,501/mo (566 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.7% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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879
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$391.9M
Spending$460.6M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$631.1M
Debt-to-revenue1.61×
Debt-load index74 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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