New Braunfels, TX

Planning Commission

The New Braunfels Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three land-use requests and one design appeal. The body will consider rezoning a 11.44-acre property for manufactured homes, rezoning a 0.17-acre lot for short-term rentals, and approving a deviation from design standards for a car dealership. No final decisions are made until the Commission votes on these specific items.

• Appeal by Kahlig Enterprises, Inc. to deviate from articulation requirements for a proposed automobile dealership at 283 IH-35 South in the C-3 Commercial District.
• Rezoning request by Sun Communities Operating Limited Partnership to change approximately 11.44 acres at 141 Rueckle Road from C-3 to C-3 SUP to allow manufactured homes.
• Rezoning request by Yesica Monrreal to change approximately 0.17 acres at 839 Oasis Street from R-2 to C-O SUP to allow short-term rental of a residence.

Downtown Board

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss and potentially approve an alternative scoring methodology for the Police Deputy Chief promotional examination held in May and July 2026. This decision is based on the interpretation of the Meet and Confer Agreement. If a new scoring method is approved, the Commission will also consider certifying revisions to the promotional eligibility list. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2026, and July 24, 2026 meetings
• Discussion of alternative scoring methodology for Police Deputy Chief promotional exam
• Consideration of certification for revised Police Deputy Chief promotional eligibility list

Notice of Possible Quorum

Board of Adjustment

The New Braunfels Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance requests: an oversized American flag sign at 936 Loop 337, a corner-side setback encroachment at 307 North Guenther Avenue, and an accessory structure height exceedance at 31 Guada Coma Drive. The board will also approve minutes from June 25, 2026, and may enter executive session to discuss legal matters.

• Alternative Sign Plan for flag exceeding max size at 936 Loop 337 (C-1B district)
• Variance for 25-foot corner side setback encroachment at 307 North Guenther Avenue (R-2 HL district)
• Variance for accessory structure 10 ft 1 in above main dwelling height at 31 Guada Coma Drive (R-1A-6.6 district)
• Approval of June 25, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Citizens' communication period for agenda items

Cemetery Committee

The New Braunfels Cemetery Committee will meet to approve the July 23, 2026 minutes and discuss two agenda items: 2026 Soul Searching and Field of Graves. No other substantive actions are listed; the meeting includes standard items like call to order, roll call, and citizen communications.

• Approval of July 23, 2026 minutes (item 26-968)
• Discussion and action on 2026 Soul Searching (item 26-970)
• Discussion and action on Field of Graves (item 26-969)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and take action on two items: a review of Policy 2.12 on device circulation and approval of the NBPL Bylaws. The agenda also includes routine reports from the Library Director, the New Braunfels Public Library Foundation, and the Friends of the Library, plus a public comment period.

• Review of Policy 2.12 Device Circulation (Item 6A)
• Approval of NBPL Bylaws (Item 6B)
• Monthly operations updates from Library Director, Foundation, and Friends

Reinvestment Zone No. 4 - Zipp Park

The Reinvestment Zone No. 4 (Zipp Park) board will discuss estimated project costs and consider approving a draft Project and Finance Plan to recommend to the New Braunfels City Council for final adoption. The meeting also includes approval of July 6, 2026 minutes and a public comment period.

• Discussion and direction on estimated TIRZ 4 project costs (26-946)
• Possible action to approve the TIRZ #4 Project and Finance Plan draft and recommend to City Council (26-947)
• Approval of July 6, 2026 regular meeting minutes (26-937)

City Council - Executive Session

This is an executive session agenda, so the City Council will meet behind closed doors to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters. No final votes are expected in this session; any action would be taken later in open session. The agenda lists only these two discussion items and is otherwise procedural.

• Deliberate litigation in Cause No. 2026CV0238, City of New Braunfels v. Lynn K. Wohlfahrt
• Discuss appointment and employment of a City Attorney and City Manager, including candidate search and selection

Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly recommend changes to the Downtown Managed Parking Program for the Downtown Board's consideration. They will also hear a presentation on parking reinvestment projects for FY27 and receive an update on the Curb Management Study. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on Downtown Managed Parking Program changes (item 26-879)
• Presentation on upcoming parking reinvestment projects and potential FY27 projects (item 26-1025)
• Update on Curb Management Study (item 26-1007)
• Approval of August 11, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-866)

Arts Commission

The New Braunfels Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and consider an update to the Arts & Heritage Grant Guidelines and to deliberate the 2027 Heritage HOT Grant process. The commission will also review staff updates on 2026 applicant quarterly reports. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period, but no action will be taken on citizen communications.

• Possible update to Arts & Heritage Grant Guidelines (item 26-972)
• Deliberation of 2027 Heritage HOT Grant process (item 26-973)
• Approval of December 15, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-974)
• Staff update on 2026 applicant quarterly reports (item 26-975)

City Council

The New Braunfels City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on two rezoning requests, consider a second reading on drought surcharge adjustments, and discuss a resolution authorizing eminent domain for right-of-way needed to improve Barbarosa Road and Saur Lane. The council will also consider issuing tax notes, a contract for a live fire training facility, and several consent agenda items including construction contracts and an interlocal agreement with the Joshua Independent School District.

• Rezone 0.3 acre at 1038 and 1042 Seidel Street from M-1 to R-2A
• Rezone 2.7 acres at 2009 South Walnut Avenue from APD SUP to C-1A
• Eminent domain resolution for 0.4592-acre ROW at 2241 Westmeyer Road
• Contract with BRW Architects for live fire training facility
• Ordinance authorizing Tax Notes, Series 2026

City Council - Special

The New Braunfels City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services, including the proposed 2026 tax rate. They will also receive a presentation on the charter review committee's application, composition, and selection process. The agenda includes an executive session and possible action on items discussed.

• Discussion of FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Proposed 2026 tax rate of $0.408936 per $100 of value
• Taxpayer impact statement: median Comal County homestead tax bill estimated at $1,150 (proposed rate) vs $1,169 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Taxpayer impact statement: median Guadalupe County homestead tax bill estimated at $971 (proposed rate) vs $987 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Presentation and possible direction on charter review committee

Roadway Impact Fee Committee

The Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from May 4, 2026, and to hear a presentation and discussion on the Roadway Impact Fee Program and the 2026 Roadway Impact Fee Study, led by Pete Kelly of Kimley-Horn & Associates. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the fee study discussion is the main substantive item. Citizens may address the committee on non-agenda items during the communications period.

• Approval of May 4, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-990)
• Presentation and discussion on 2026 Roadway Impact Fee Study (item 26-992)
• Citizens' communications period for non-agenda items

City Council - Special

The New Braunfels City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services, along with the 2026 tax rates. The agenda includes a presentation by the City Manager and a discussion on approving the proposed 2026 tax rate. The meeting may also go into executive session, but no final action is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Consider approval of Proposed 2026 Tax Rate of $0.408936 per $100 of value
• Taxpayer impact statement: median Comal County homestead tax bill estimated at $1,150 (proposed rate) vs $1,169 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Taxpayer impact statement: median Guadalupe County homestead tax bill estimated at $971 (proposed rate) vs $987 (no-new-revenue rate)

Reinvestment Zone No.3 - Downtown TIRZ

The Reinvestment Zone No.3 (Downtown TIRZ) board will meet to discuss the estimated FY26 fund balance and possibly designate FY27 allocations. They will also review the status of Downtown Business Improvement & Preservation Grants and consider applications received as of August 3, 2026. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizens' communications.

• Discussion and possible action on FY27 allocations (item 26-872)
• Status review of Downtown Business Improvement & Preservation Grants (item 26-873)
• Consideration of grant applications received as of August 3, 2026 (item 26-874)
• Approval of March 30, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-871)

City Council - Special

The New Braunfels City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and tax rate, including a taxpayer impact statement showing estimated property tax bills for median-valued homes. They will also receive updates on the Westside Community Center and the 2026 Roadway Impact Fee Study. The meeting may include an executive session, but no final votes are listed on the agenda.

• FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and 2026 tax rate discussion
• Taxpayer Impact Statement: median Comal County homestead tax bill estimated at $1,150 (proposed rate) vs $1,169 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Taxpayer Impact Statement: median Guadalupe County homestead tax bill estimated at $971 (proposed rate) vs $987 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Presentation and update on the Westside Community Center
• Presentation and discussion on the 2026 Roadway Impact Fee Study

Economic Development Corporation

The New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation will consider adopting its 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and approving an annual administrative services contract with the City. The board will also discuss a proposed expenditure to acquire 6.7 acres on Gruene Road and may reschedule its September meeting. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations involving several named projects.

• Adoption of 2026-2027 fiscal year budget (26-943)
• Annual contract with City of New Braunfels for administrative, professional, and asset management services (26-941)
• Proposed acquisition of 6.7 acres on Gruene Road (26-945)
• Rescheduling September 2026 NBEDC Board Meeting (26-944)
• Executive session on economic development negotiations: Gruene 16, Project Shoot, Project Thread, Project Casa, Project Sherpa (26-868)

Heritage Commission

The New Braunfels Heritage Commission will meet to consider an update to the Arts & Heritage Grant Guidelines and deliberate the 2027 Heritage HOT Grant process. The commission will also receive a staff update on 2026 applicant quarterly reports. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and citizens' communications.

• Possible update to Arts & Heritage Grant Guidelines (26-972)
• Deliberation on 2027 Heritage HOT Grant process (26-973)
• Staff update on 2026 applicant quarterly reports (26-975)
• Approval of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (26-971)

Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board

The New Braunfels Transportation & Traffic Advisory Board will hear presentations on traffic control device rules, speed limits on Mission Drive, and the Vision Zero safety plan. It will also consider approving a traffic calming plan for Pahmeyer Road and recommending parking/loading restrictions on Zipp Road, Klein Meadows, and Legend Pond to City Council.

• Traffic calming plan on Pahmeyer Road
• Recommendation to amend Code sections 126-346 and 126-369 for parking/loading bans on Zipp Road, Klein Meadows, Legend Pond
• Presentation on traffic control device authorization process
• Speed limit update for Mission Drive and surrounding streets
• Vision Zero and Street Safety Action Plan update

New Braunfels Partnership Committee

The New Braunfels Partnership Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on communications and future trips for residents to Germany, as well as future projects and possible funding opportunities for a committee budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting and a period for citizens' communications.

• Discussion and possible action on communication and future trips for residents to Germany (26-565)
• Discussion and possible action on future projects and possible funding opportunities for a committee budget (26-566)
• Approval of minutes from the April 15, 2026 Partnership meeting (26-567)

Regional Workforce Education Alliance

The Regional Workforce Education Alliance will meet to elect a chair for the term ending April 2027. The body will discuss the membership status of post-secondary institutions and review a workforce study for Comal and Guadalupe Counties.

• Election of RWEA Chair
• Discussion on ex-officio membership status of Post-Secondary Educational Institutions
• Update on the Workforce Study for Comal and Guadalupe Counties
• Debrief of the Regional Externship Program
• Review of RWEA Bylaws and Committee Purpose

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will consider two Certificate of Alteration requests for historic properties: a carport, driveway, and roof replacement at the Froehlich-Stein House, and enclosing a carport with a garage addition at the Schaeffer-Brewer House. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, citizen comments, and staff updates on Coffee with Commissioners.

• Certificate of Alteration for carport, driveway, and roof replacement at 586 W Mill Street (Froehlich-Stein House, Mill Street Historic District)
• Certificate of Alteration to enclose carport and add rear garage addition at 455 S Academy (Schaeffer-Brewer House, Sophienburg Hill Historic District)
• Approval of June 9, 2026 and July 14, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council - Special

The New Braunfels City Council will hold a budget work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and the 2026 tax rates, including the no-new-revenue and voter approval rates. They will also consider scheduling public hearings on the tax rate and budget. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement showing estimated property tax bills for median-valued homes in Comal and Guadalupe counties.

• Presentation and discussion of FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Discussion of 2026 No New Revenue and Voter Approval tax rates
• Consider scheduling public hearings on the 2026 tax rate and FY 2027 budget
• Taxpayer impact statement: median homestead in Comal County estimated tax bill $1,150 (proposed rate) vs $1,169 (no-new-revenue rate)
• Taxpayer impact statement: median homestead in Guadalupe County estimated tax bill $971 (proposed rate) vs $987 (no-new-revenue rate)

The New Braunfels City Council held a workshop on the FY 2027 Proposed Budget and 2026 tax rates, with no action taken on the budget itself. The council unanimously approved scheduling a public hearing for September 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at 550 Landa Street, and announced adoption for September 14, 2026.

• Set public hearing for tax rate and FY 2027 budget on Sept. 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Announced adoption of FY 2027 budget and 2026 tax rate for Sept. 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee will review the Downtown New Braunfels Parking Revenue Reinvestment Plan, program revenue estimates, and parking data. They will also discuss completed and upcoming parking reinvestment projects and future project ideas for FY27. The meeting includes approval of the March 23, 2026 minutes and time for citizen comments.

• Review of Parking Revenue Reinvestment Plan and revenue estimates (26-877)
• Review of managed parking program goals and parking data (26-876)
• Discussion of completed and upcoming parking reinvestment projects and FY27 ideas (26-878)
• Approval of March 23, 2026 meeting minutes (26-865)

The Downtown Parking Revenue Advisory Committee met and approved the March 23, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff presented updates on the Parking Revenue Reinvestment Plan, managed parking program, and completed/upcoming projects, but no action was taken on these items.

• Approved March 23, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council - Executive Session

This is a closed executive session agenda. The council will deliberate the appointment and employment of a City Attorney and City Manager, including candidate search and selection. They will also discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property related to a Connections Lease. Any final action will be taken in open session.

• Deliberation on hiring a City Attorney and City Manager (26-684A)
• Discussion of real property lease terms for Connections Lease (26-904B)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $1.4 million expenditure for final design of the Gruene Multimodal Improvements Project, a contract with Pape-Dawson Engineers for the same project, and first-reading amendments to drought surcharge rates and triggers. They will also hold a public hearing on parking restrictions on Divine Way and hear an appeal from Lennar Corporation regarding park development fee reimbursement. The consent agenda includes fire truck purchases, a budget amendment for special revenue funds, and a contract with the Humane Society.

• Resolution approving up to $1,400,000 from the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation for final design of the Gruene Multimodal Improvements Project
• Contract with Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. for final plans, specifications, and estimates of the Gruene Area Multimodal Improvements Project
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 130 to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges and revise drought stage triggers
• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 0.3 acre at 256 East Austin Street from R-2 to C-O SUP for a short-term rental
• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance to prohibit parking on both sides of Divine Way from Fayette Drive for approximately 165 feet

Planning Commission

The New Braunfels Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three items: aligning home occupation definitions with state law, amending the Mayfair Development Design Control Document, and rezoning 2.7 acres at 2009 South Walnut Avenue for retail development. All items require recommendations to the City Council.

• Amend home occupation definitions in Chapter 144 Zoning to comply with House Bill 2464 (ORD26-228)
• Amend Mayfair Development Design Control Document per request from Southstar at Mayfair Developer, LLC (PZ26-0199)
• Rezone 2.7 acres at 2009 South Walnut Avenue from APD SUP to C-1A for retail development (PZ26-0216) on behalf of Karma Enterprises NB LLC

Other Public Meetings

This is a meet-and-confer meeting between the City of New Braunfels and the New Braunfels Police Officers Association (NBPOA). The only substantive item is a discussion of proposed amendments to the existing Meet and Confer Agreement. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to the Meet and Confer Agreement between the City of New Braunfels and the New Braunfels Police Officers Association (NBPOA) (26-899A)

City Council - Special

The New Braunfels City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a formal investigation into the architectural design, engineering, construction, and administration of the New Braunfels Police Department Headquarters. The investigation is conducted under the city charter, and any final action will occur in open session after a possible closed-session discussion.

• Executive session to discuss New Braunfels Police Department Headquarters construction oversight
• Possible open-session vote on investigation findings regarding Police Headquarters project

The New Braunfels City Council held a special meeting on August 3, 2026, and voted unanimously to retain the law offices of Ryan Henry to conduct an independent investigation into the police department headquarters. The item was discussed in executive session and the motion was made by Councilmember Shaw, seconded by Councilmember Edwards. A related item on the agenda was withdrawn at the request of Councilmember Carter, who had placed it, and no action was taken on it.

• Retained law offices of Ryan Henry for independent investigation into police department headquarters (unanimous)
• Withdrew item regarding investigation under City Charter Article III, Section 3.12 (no action taken)

Other Public Meetings

This is a Meet and Confer meeting between the City of New Braunfels and the New Braunfels Professional Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 3845). The sole substantive item is a discussion of proposed amendments to the existing Meet and Confer Agreement. No vote or decision is scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to the Meet and Confer Agreement between the City and the New Braunfels Professional Firefighters Association (NBPFFA), IAFF Local 3845

Finance and Audit Committee

The committee will review the FY 2026 May Financial Report and the FY 2026 Annual External Audit presented by Crowe LLP. Members will also discuss a proposed public educational workshop on governmental finance.

• FY 2026 Annual External Audit presented by Crowe LLP
• FY 2026 May Financial Report
• Texas State Comptroller’s Transparency Stars Award presentation
• Proposed Finance Department educational workshop for the public
• Update on the City's Internal Audit Program

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss and vote on three items: the Board Bylaws (item 26-864), policy 2.3 Loans (item 26-862), and the NBPL Five-Year Plan (item 26-863). No other agenda items involve board action; reports from the Library Director, the Foundation, and Friends of the Library will be presented. The meeting includes a public comment period with no board decisions at that time.

• Discussion and approval of Library Advisory Board Bylaws (item 26-864)
• Discussion and approval of policy 2.3 Loans (item 26-862)
• Discussion and approval of NBPL Five-Year Plan (item 26-863)

The Library Advisory Board endorsed Policy 2.3 Loans with changes and the NBPL Five-Year Plan as presented. Bylaws changes were tabled until the next meeting. The board also received updates on the Summer Reading Program and a $5,000 donation from HEB.

• Endorsed Policy 2.3 Loans with changes (all in favor)
• Endorsed NBPL Five-Year Plan as presented (all in favor)
• Tabled bylaws changes until next meeting (all in favor)