Wimberley, TX

Board of Adjustment

The Wimberley Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one for interior side yard setbacks on Meridian Drive (Lot 27 & 28, Paradise Hills, Section 2) and one for a sign at 14700 Ranch Road 12. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve minutes from February 23, 2026, and take public comments.

• Public hearing on variance BA-26-002 for interior side yard setback encroachment on Meridian Drive (Lot 27 & 28, Paradise Hills, Section 2)
• Public hearing on sign variance for property at 14700 Ranch Road 12
• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson with terms ending June 30, 2027
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2026 meeting

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving the final draft of the 2025-2045 Resilient Community Program Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map. The council will also discuss a request for Hotel Occupancy Tax grant reimbursement for the Willow Lake Chili Fest and Music Festival. Additionally, the council will enter an executive session for the annual salary and performance review of City Administrator Tim Patek.

• Public hearing on Resolution 17-2026 to accept the final draft Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
• Discussion of Hotel Occupancy Tax grant reimbursement for Willow Lake Chili Fest and Music Festival
• Executive session for annual salary and performance review of City Administrator Tim Patek
• Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Parks and Recreation Board

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Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations, and discuss a resolution to terminate the temporary moratorium on such applications. The council will also consider a two-year extension of a Texas General Land Office grant for the Comprehensive Plan, an update to the Emergency Operations Plan, and formation of a committee to evaluate the Community Center's future use. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes, a revenue and expenditure report, and the FY2026/2027 holiday schedule.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-07 amending Chapter 9 zoning regulations for short-term rentals
• Resolution No. 16-2026 to terminate temporary moratorium on short-term rental conditional use permit applications
• Two-year extension request for Texas General Land Office Resilient Communities Program grant
• Update to Emergency Operations Plan
• Formation of committee to evaluate Community Center use and improvements

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the final draft of the Resilient Communities Program Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map, and consider recommending its acceptance to the City Council. They will also hold hearings on a certificate of appropriateness for exterior modifications at 13904 Ranch Road 12 and on proposed amendments to zoning regulations for short-term rentals. Additionally, the commission will discuss a replat of Lot 3, Block 1, Brookshire Brothers Subdivision.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on final draft of Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map for submission to Texas General Land Office
• Public hearing on certificate of appropriateness for exterior modifications at 13904 Ranch Road 12
• Public hearing on amendments to Article 9.03 - Zoning related to Short-Term Rentals
• Discussion and possible action on replat of Lot 3, Block 1, Brookshire Brothers Subdivision
• Presentation from Langford Community Management Services on Resilient Communities Program Comprehensive Plan

Parks and Recreation Board

The Wimberley Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, approve prior minutes, and receive staff reports. Key discussions include fundraising for the Martha Knies playground, an aquatic feasibility study update, and the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan. No final decisions are listed on the agenda except officer appointments and minutes approval.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary with terms ending June 30, 2027
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2026 meeting
• Update on fundraising for Martha Knies playground
• Update on aquatic feasibility study
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending zoning on River Road from Rural Residential to Commercial Low-Impact. Members will also select a bidder for the 2026 Roadway Maintenance Project and consider several Hotel Occupancy Tax grants.

• Proposed zoning change for properties along River Road from Rural Residential (R-3) to Commercial Low-Impact (C-1)
• Selection of a bidder for the 2026 Roadway Maintenance Project (MAINT-2026-002)
• HOT grant reimbursement for Wimberley Village Library mural project up to $6,420
• HOT grant reimbursement for Wimberley Film Festival up to $3,000
• HOT grant reimbursement for Jacob's Well Classic Cycling Event up to $1,000

The Wimberley City Council approved several items, including a $239,414.50 road maintenance contract for Riverbend and Blanco Drives, three hotel occupancy tax grants, and two interlocal agreements. The council also directed staff to proceed with a rezoning proposal for properties on River Road, with a formal hearing set for September. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Ethics Review Commission appointment (4-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with rezoning three River Road properties from R-3 to C-1 (consensus, no formal vote)
• Approved $6,420 HOT grant for Wimberley Village Library mural (4-0)
• Approved $1,500 HOT grant for Wimberley Film Festival (4-0)
• Approved $1,000 HOT grant for Jacob's Well Classic Cycling Event (4-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for water supply cooperation (4-0)
• Awarded $239,414.50 roadway maintenance contract to Brook Paving (4-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for Blue Hole Nature Center funding (4-0)

General

The Wimberley City Council will hold a budget workshop to receive a staff update and discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, fee schedule, and proposed goals. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal decisions scheduled.

The Wimberley City Council held a budget workshop and directed staff to include a 5% cost-of-living salary increase for all 16 full-time employees in the final FY 2026-2027 budget, up from the initially proposed 3%. The council also discussed a wastewater fund capital addition for a backup pump at the Blue Hole lift station, offset by a wastewater fee increase from $430 to $440, with no objections raised. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus and will be reflected in the budget to be formally adopted in September.

• Directed staff to incorporate 5% salary increase for all 16 full-time employees in FY 2026-2027 budget (consensus)
• Discussed wastewater fund addition of backup submersible pump for Blue Hole lift station, offset by fee increase from $430 to $440 (no objections)
• Clarified community center rental fee schedule: three-hour minimum applies only to Johnson Hall, Blanco Cypress, and Senior Lounge; kitchen and gallery hourly
• Discussed potential workshop to improve community center utilization, but no formal next steps scheduled

City Council

The City Council will receive a staff update regarding the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The meeting includes discussion of the proposed fee schedule and city goals.

• Preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget discussion
• Proposed Fee Schedule review
• Proposed City Goals discussion

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the preliminary FY 2026-2027 budget, fee schedule, and proposed goals. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was for discussion and staff direction. Council directed staff to prepare a salary comparison spreadsheet for possible cost-of-living increases above the proposed 3%, and to research comparable community center kitchen rental rates.

• Directed staff to prepare salary comparison spreadsheet for 3%, 3.5%, 4%, 4.5%, and 5% COLA increases
• Directed staff to research comparable community center and commercial kitchen rental rates
• Directed staff to review and remove zero-balance line items from budget document
• Directed staff to spell out RACI acronym in goal-setting document
• Directed staff to communicate road construction schedule to affected residents

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning amendment and conditional use permit for 14306 Ranch Road 12. The meeting also includes discussions on roadway maintenance bidding, short-term rental regulations, and regional water resource management.

• Zoning Amendment (ZA-26-001) for 14306 Ranch Road 12
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-26-001) for eating establishments at 14306 Ranch Road 12
• Amendments to City Code regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Hotel Occupancy Tax grant reimbursement up to $2,000 for local music groups
• Selection of a bidder for the 2026 Roadway Maintenance Project (MAINT-2026-001)

The Wimberley City Council approved a rezoning and a conditional use permit for 14306 Ranch Road 12, awarded a $238,099.69 road maintenance contract to Brook Paving, approved a $2,000 hotel occupancy tax grant for a community concert, and passed a resolution supporting Hays County's water entity exploration. A public hearing on short-term rental regulations was held with no formal action taken. The council also approved a settlement agreement related to the Meeks Easement in executive session.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 rezoning 14306 Ranch Road 12 from C-1 to C-2 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 Conditional Use Permit for on-premise alcohol sales at 14306 Ranch Road 12 (5-0)
• Awarded 2026 Roadway Maintenance Project Phase 1 contract to Brook Paving for $238,099.69 (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 HOT grant for Wimberley Community Chorus and Hill Country Community Band (4-0, Cohen recused)
• Approved Resolution 15-2026 supporting Hays County regional water entity exploration (5-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for Q3 FY2026 (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement related to Meeks Easement (5-0)
• Held public hearing on short-term rental regulations; no action taken

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for terms ending June 30, 2027. The meeting includes public hearings regarding short-term rental regulations and zoning changes at 14306 Ranch Road 12. Additional items include a certificate of appropriateness request and a lot replat in Paradise Hills.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Amendments to Article 9.03 - Zoning regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Zoning Amendment for 1.61 acres at 14306 Ranch Road 12 (ZA-26-001)
• Conditional Use Permit for eating establishments and alcohol sales at 14306 Ranch Road 12 (CUP-26-001)
• Exterior modification certificate of appropriateness for 103 Oak Dr

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for terms ending June 30, 2027. Discussion items include the Martha Knies Community Playground, the Cypress Creek Nature Preserve Erosion and Trail Improvement Project, and the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion regarding Martha Knies Community Playground
• Discussion regarding Cypress Creek Nature Preserve Erosion and Trail Improvement Project
• Update on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan

The Wimberley Parks and Recreation Board deferred all officer elections to the next meeting due to three absences, and unanimously approved corrected minutes from May and June. Staff reported strong summer park usage and revenue, and the board discussed playground removal timing and erosion study next steps, but took no formal action on those items.

• Deferred officer elections (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary) to next meeting (consensus)
• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved June 10, 2026 minutes as corrected (unanimous)

City Council

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding zoning updates, mobile food vendors, and short-term rental regulations. Additionally, the council will review multiple budget amendments involving fund transfers and a voluntary annexation request.

• Ordinance 2026-03: Zoning notice requirement updates
• Ordinance 2026-04: Repeal of temporary structures and addition of mobile food vendors/courts
• Amendments to short-term rental regulations
• Voluntary annexation request for two acres near 215 Leveritts Loop
• Resolution 09-2026: Extension of moratorium on certain short-term rental applications

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, two zoning‑related ordinances, a resolution extending the short‑term rental moratorium, a $2,000 donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, and a $250,000 budget transfer for playground equipment at Martha Knies Community Park. No formal action was taken on the voluntary annexation request, but staff was directed to proceed with the next steps. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-03 updating zoning notice requirements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 repealing temporary structures article for food trucks (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-2026 extending short‑term rental moratorium (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 donation to Society of St. Vincent de Paul (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2026 transferring $250,000 for playground equipment (5-0)
• Discussed voluntary annexation of two acres; staff directed to proceed (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will participate in a workshop focused on strategic and goal planning for fiscal year 2026-2027. This meeting is designated as a workshop session.

• Strategic Planning/Goal Planning Workshop for FY2026-2027

The council and staff attended a facilitated workshop to discuss community priorities and draft goals for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. Topics included water conservation, emergency preparedness, walkability, and community facilities. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the facilitator will compile outcomes for future consideration.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several proposed changes to the City of Wimberley Code of Ordinances. These items include amendments to short-term rental regulations, new rules for mobile food vendors, and updates to zoning notice requirements.

• Amendments to Article 9.03 - Zoning related to Short-Term Rentals
• Repeal of Article 4.04 Temporary Structures and addition of Mobile Food Vendors and Mobile Food Courts to Chapter 9
• Amendments to Article 9.03, Division 7 regarding zoning regulation notice requirements

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss several departmental items including the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The board will also receive a presentation on the Patsy Glenn Refuge and review findings from an aquatic feasibility survey.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2027 Parks and Recreation Department Budget
• Presentation regarding updates at the Patsy Glenn Refuge
• Discussion of Aquatic Feasibility Master Plan Community Survey findings
• Update on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan

The Wimberley Parks and Recreation Board met on June 10, 2026, but could not approve the May minutes because two members recused themselves, leaving no quorum. The board received updates on Blue Hole swimming, camp registration, the aquatic feasibility survey, and the FY 2027 budget, but took no formal action on these items. The board directed staff to address erosion at Cypress Creek Nature Preserve and to relay survey feedback to the consulting firm.

• Postponed approval of May 13, 2026 minutes due to lack of quorum (recusals)
• Directed staff to engage watershed coordinator and association on Cypress Creek erosion
• Requested scenario-based public input for aquatic feasibility study
• Identified Cypress Creek erosion as future agenda item

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on the Blanco Cypress Watershed Protection Plan. The agenda includes several board appointments and a discussion regarding the cancellation of the July 2, 2026 meeting.

• Presentation on Blanco Cypress Watershed Protection Plan
• Appointments to Board of Adjustment, Ethics Review Commission, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee
• Resolution 08-2026 regarding the Local Park Grant Program
• Appointment to the Hays County Homeless Coalition Round Table
• Executive session regarding real property value and potential land acquisition for parking

The City Council approved a resolution designating the City Administrator to act on behalf of the city for a Texas Parks & Wildlife Department grant application. Additionally, council members approved several board appointments and appointed Anne Ulfelder to the Hays County Homeless Coalition Round Table. The July 2 regular meeting was canceled due to upcoming holiday events.

• Approved May 21, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Board of Adjustment appointments (4-0)
• Approved Ethics Review Commission appointments (4-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Board appointments (4-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Commission appointments (4-0)
• Approved Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee appointments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-2026 for Blue Hole Regional Park grant application (4-0)
• Appointed Anne Ulfelder to the Hays County Homeless Coalition Round Table (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a recommendation regarding the current short-term rental moratorium. Other items include potential authorization for grant writing services and an amendment to the city investment policy.

• Recommendation from Short Term Rental Subcommittee on the current moratorium
• Authorization of MHS Planning for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Indoor Recreation Grant writing
• Amendment to the City of Wimberley Investment Policy
• Appointment to the Hays County Homeless Coalition Round Table
• Approval of March 2026 Revenue and Expenditure Report

The City Council approved hiring MHS Planning for a nature center grant and updated the city investment policy. Staff were also directed to proceed with a public process regarding short-term rental zoning recommendations.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Authorized MHS Planning for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Indoor Recreation Grant services (3-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with short-term rental zoning process via Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approved amendment to City Investment Policy increasing maximum CD maturity to 365 days (4-0)
• Postponed Hays County Homeless Coalition Round Table appointment to June 4

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a discussion regarding recommendations provided by the Short-term Rental Committee. Following this discussion, the commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council.

• Discussion of Short-term Rental Committee recommendations

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will discuss regional parks, trails, and land acquisition efforts including collaboration with Hays County. Members will also consider recommendations for Martha Knies Playground paver designs and grant writing services.

• Discussion of regional parks, trails, connectivity, and land acquisition
• Recommendation for Martha Knies Playground Fundraising paver design options and pricing
• Recommendation for engaging MHS Planning for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Outdoor Recreation Grant writing

General

The City Council will administer oaths of office to Jim Chiles, Anne Ulfelder, and Sam Werner for the 2026-2028 terms. The council will also elect a Mayor Pro Tem and consider changes to city bank account signatories.

• Oaths of Office for Jim Chiles, Anne Ulfelder, and Sam Werner
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem
• Removal of Rebecca Minnick as bank account signatory
• Addition of the new Mayor Pro Tem as a bank account signatory

The City Council held a special meeting to administer oaths of office for the 2026-2028 terms. Rebecca Minnick was elected as Mayor Pro Tem by a 5-0 vote.

• Administered oaths of office to Jim Chiles, Anne Ulfelder, and Sam Werner (5-0)
• Elected Rebecca Minnick as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the annual financial report and a presentation on the 2025 Point-in-Time Count. Discussion includes resolutions for Old Kyle Road improvements and a Texas Water Development Board grant application.

• Annual Financial and Compliance Report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2025
• Mobile food truck permit request at 14200 Ranch Road 12
• Mobile food truck permit request at 14306 Ranch Road 12
• Resolution No. 06-2026 regarding Old Kyle Road Improvements redesign
• Resolution No. 07-2026 for a Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant Program application

The City Council accepted the annual financial and compliance report for fiscal year 2025. Additional actions included approving food truck permits, a road improvement redesign, and participation in a water supply grant program.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes and hotel tax committee appointment (5-0)
• Accepted annual financial and compliance audit for fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved one-year food truck permit for 14200 Ranch Road 12 (5-0)
• Approved one-year food truck permit for 14306 Ranch Road 12 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06-2026 for Old Kyle Road Improvements redesign (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 07-2026 for Texas Water Development Board grant application (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to the Blanco Cypress Watershed Protection Plan agreement (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a reimbursement grant agreement for the Chamber of Commerce Venue Crawl event and an amendment to a water reporting agreement. Discussion includes updates on city investments, financial reports, and potential land acquisition for future parking needs.

• Reimbursement grant agreement for the Chamber of Commerce Venue Crawl
• Amendment to the Water Volume Reporting and Termination Agreement with Wimberley Water Supply Corporation
• Annual Financial and Compliance Report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2025
• Quarterly Investment Report for the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2026
• Deliberation on real property value and potential land acquisition for parking

The City Council approved a $13,400 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant for the Chamber of Commerce Venue Crawl. They also approved updates to the water agreement with Wimberley Water Supply Corporation and authorized enforcement litigation for a property on Jewel Street.

• Approved March 19 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 2026 Revenue and Expenditure Report (4-0)
• Approved $13,400 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant for Chamber of Commerce Venue Crawl (4-0)
• Approved second quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Quarterly Investment Report (4-0)
• Approved amendment to water agreement with Wimberley Water Supply Corporation (4-0)
• Approved enforcement litigation for Jewel Street property (4-0)

General

The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will hold a joint workshop to discuss the latest draft of the Comprehensive Master Plan Update and make recommendations to Langford Community Services. The meeting also includes standard items such as citizen comments, announcements, and future agenda planning. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond the workshop discussion.

• Joint workshop to discuss and recommend actions on the draft Comprehensive Master Plan Update
• Citizen communications segment with a three‑minute speaking limit per participant
• Announcements and planning of future agenda items

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission held a workshop regarding the Comprehensive Master Plan Update. Discussions included resiliency goals, development constraints in the Junction area, a conceptual trails plan, and findings from the OneWater study.

• Discussed resiliency goals for the Comprehensive Master Plan Update
• Reviewed development constraints and soil suitability in the Junction area
• Reviewed a conceptual network of trails and shuttle routes
• Reviewed recommendations from the OneWater study regarding regional water management

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the design for the Blue Hole Nature Center project. The board will also consider a donor recognition feature for the Martha Knies Playground Project and receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan.

• Approval of March 11, 2026 minutes
• Discussion on Blue Hole Nature Center project design
• Consideration of donor recognition feature for Martha Knies Playground
• Update on Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan

City Council

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a contract with the Friends of Wimberley Parks. The body will also hold executive sessions regarding the Meeks Easement and the potential acquisition of land for parking needs.

• Contract between the City of Wimberley and the Friends of Wimberley Parks
• Legal consultation regarding the Meeks Easement
• Deliberation on real property value and land acquisition for future parking

The council unanimously accepted a five‑year contract with Friends of Wimberley Parks to sponsor the park concert series. It also authorized the city administrator to pursue land acquisition for future parking needs as discussed in executive session. The consent agenda, including approval of the March 5 minutes and the January 2026 revenue report, passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from March 5 and Jan 2026 revenue report) – unanimous (4‑0)
• Accepted five‑year Friends of Wimberley Parks contract – unanimous (4‑0)
• Authorized administrator to pursue land acquisition for future parking – unanimous (4‑0)
• Agreed to cancel the April 2 council meeting if no additional items arise
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous (4‑0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications. The body will also consider a recommendation to City Council concerning the General Land Office Resilient Communities Program (GLO-RCP) Comprehensive Plan.

• Recommendation on the General Land Office Resilient Communities Program (GLO-RCP) Comprehensive Plan
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a new door at 13904 Ranch Road 12 Suite 2
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications at 101 Old Kyle Road

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and make recommendations to City Council regarding a contract with the Friends of Wimberley Parks. The board will also consider playground elements for Martha Knies Community Park and the design for the Blue Hole Nature Center project.

• Contract between the City of Wimberley and the Friends of Wimberley Parks
• Selection of interactive playground element at Martha Knies Community Park
• Blue Hole Nature Center project design
• Update on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will consider approving a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals, extending a previous one, and canceling the May 2026 General Election. The body will also discuss HOT grants for tourism and road improvements.

• Vote on temporary moratorium for short-term rentals requiring a conditional use permit
• Vote to cancel the May 2, 2026 General Election
• HOT Grant request for $4,000 to Wimberley Lion's Club
• HOT Grant request for $5,000 to ALS Texas
• Discussion on roads to receive improvements in Fiscal Year 2026

The council unanimously approved a $750,000 Texas Community Development Block Grant engineering contract with Gilpin Engineering. It also approved two Hotel Occupancy Tax grants ($4,000 for the Lions Club and $5,000 for ALS Texas) and extended the short‑term rental moratorium for 120 days. Additional actions included adopting a new purchasing policy, designating TxCDBG signatories, and canceling the May 2, 2026 election.

• Approved $4,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Wimberley Lions Club (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to ALS Texas (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-2026, selecting Gilpin Engineering for $750,000 TxCDBG grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-2026, designating authorized signatories for TxCDBG (4-0)
• Extended short‑term rental moratorium for 120 days (4-0)
• Accepted updates to the purchasing policy (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-02, canceling the May 2, 2026 election (4-0)
• Approved minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting (consent agenda) (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Wimberley Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request (BOA-26-001) to allow an encroachment into the dominant street setback for properties at 100 and 102 Deer Crossing. No other items requiring action are on the agenda beyond approval of minutes from July 2025.

• Public hearing and possible action on variance BOA-26-001 for encroachment into dominant street setback at 100 and 102 Deer Crossing.

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will consider possible action on the current moratorium on short-term rentals (STRs) and discuss selection of roads for FY2026 improvements. Other items include bids for an aquatics feasibility study and a playground update at Martha Knies Community Park, a food trailer application, and a heritage tree variance for WISD. The council will also hold a mid-year goals review and enter executive session to discuss a potential downtown parking lease and legal issues regarding the Meeks Easement.

• Selection of bidder for Aquatics Feasibility Study (RFP 2025-03)
• Selection of bidder for Martha Knies Community Park Playground Update (RFP 2025-04)
• Temporary structure application for food trailer at 110 Old Kyle Road
• Heritage tree removal variance for WISD at 100 Carney Lane
• Discussion of short-term rental moratorium

The council voted 3-1 to grant Wimberley ISD a variance allowing removal of a heritage red oak at 100 Carney Lane. It postponed the FY2026 road‑improvement selection to await a CDBG grant outcome (unanimous vote). The council also approved a $58,000 feasibility study for a city aquatics facility (3-1) and unanimously approved the Kompan playground bid for Martha Knies Park. Additional unanimous actions included the Paint the Drains program, a temporary food‑trailer permit for Oh My Pizza Pie, and a 120‑day extension of the short‑term‑rental moratorium.

• Approved heritage tree removal variance (3-1)
• Postponed FY2026 road‑improvement decisions pending grant (4-0)
• Approved aquatics feasibility study with Kimley‑Horn (3-1)
• Approved Kompan playground bid for Martha Knies Park (4-0)
• Approved Paint the Drains community project (4-0)
• Approved temporary structure permit for Oh My Pizza Pie (4-0)
• Extended short‑term‑rental moratorium by 120 days (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes and revenue report (4-0)