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September 28, 2026 ·6:00 PM Final

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Agenda — 70 items

  1. 1 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.
  2. 2 AGENDA
  3. 3 CALL TO ORDER
  4. 4 CALL OF ROLL: CITY SECRETARY
  5. 5 REQUEST ALL PHONES AND OTHER DEVICES BE TURNED OFF, EXCEPT EMERGENCY ON-CALL PERSONNEL.
  6. 6 INVOCATION: COUNCILMEMBER SHAW
  7. 7 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & SALUTE TO THE TEXAS FLAG
  8. 8 PROCLAMATIONS:
  9. A) Concrete Pipe Week 26-1042
  10. B) Flocktober 26-541
  11. C) Ava Cooper and Julia Cooper Celebration 26-1016
  12. 12 CITIZENS' COMMUNICATIONS
  13. 13 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, which we will recognize later when those specific items are called. In the interest of protecting the City’s network and data security, we cannot accept flash drives or electronic files at the podium. (You do need to upload your digital files to the City Secretary's online form two hours prior to the meeting). Please use hard copies on our overhead projector for the Council to view. Individuals desiring to speak, please line up behind the podium and be ready. This is your time to address your City Council. We only ask that you remain respectful and courteous to everyone in the room. When you reach the podium, please state your name and whether you are a resident of New Braunfels, a non-resident, or live within our ETJ. Thank you.
  14. 1. CONSENT AGENDA
  15. 15 All items listed below are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the City Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as part of the normal order of business. Citizens must be present to pull an item.
  16. 16 Action Items
  17. B) Approval of a recommendation by the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC) for a five-year lease with the City of New Braunfels for trail and park access. 26-1059
  18. A) Approval of the city council September 8, 2026, the September 10, 2026 special meeting minutes, and the September 14, 2026 regular and executive session meeting minutes. 26-982 approved Pass
  19. C) Approval of a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Software One for citywide software licenses. 26-1096
  20. B-1) Approval of a recommendation by the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC) for a five-year lease with the City of New Braunfels for trail and park access. 26-1059 approved Pass
  21. C-1) Approval of a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Software One for citywide software licenses. 26-1096 approved Pass
  22. D) Approval of agreements for On-Call Disaster Debris Removal and Removal Monitoring Services 26-1115 approved Pass
  23. E) Approval of a license agreement between the City of New Braunfels and Cotton Crossing Owners Association for the purpose of allowing non-conforming signs and supports to be utilized within the right-of-way. 26-1099 approved Pass
  24. G) Approval of an expenditure to Cobb, Fendley & Associates for right-of-way acquisition services for the South Kowald Lane Improvements Project. 26-1125
  25. F) Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of New Braunfels and the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool (TMLIRP), Amwins, and MetLife for participation in the House Bill 4144 Critical Illness Coverage Insurance Product for retired first responders. 26-1122 approved Pass
  26. H) Approval of an expenditure of up to $300,000 to acquire the necessary right-of-way and easements for the South Kowald Lane Improvements Project, and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents. 26-1126
  27. G-1) Approval of an expenditure to Cobb, Fendley & Associates for right-of-way acquisition services for the South Kowald Lane Improvements Project. 26-1125 approved
  28. I) Approval of an expenditure to Cobb, Fendley & Associates for right-of-way acquisition services for the Conrads Lane Improvements Project. 26-1127
  29. H-1) Approval of an expenditure of up to $300,000 to acquire the necessary right-of-way and easements for the South Kowald Lane Improvements Project, and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents. 26-1126 approved
  30. J) Approval of an expenditure of up to $150,000 to acquire the necessary right-of-way and easements for the Conrads Lane Improvements Project, and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents. 26-1128
  31. I-1) Approval of an expenditure to Cobb, Fendley & Associates for right-of-way acquisition services for the Conrads Lane Improvements Project. 26-1127 approved
  32. K) Approval of the City of New Braunfels FY 2026 Third Quarter Investment Report. 26-1148
  33. J-1) Approval of an expenditure of up to $150,000 to acquire the necessary right-of-way and easements for the Conrads Lane Improvements Project, and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents. 26-1128 approved Pass
  34. K-1) Approval of the City of New Braunfels FY 2026 Third Quarter Investment Report. 26-1148 approved Pass
  35. L) Approval of a resolution of the New Braunfels City Council designating certain officials as being responsible for, acting for, and on behalf of the City of New Braunfels in dealing with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department for the purpose of participating in the Local Park Grant Program, hereinafter referred to as the “Program”; certifying that the Applicant is eligible to receive program assistance; certifying that the Applicant matching share is readily available; and dedicating the proposed site for permanent (or for the term of the lease for leased property) public park and recreational uses. 26-1112
  36. 28 Resolutions
  37. M) Approval of a resolution setting a public hearing to be held during the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider approval to update the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, including land use assumptions and the capital improvements plan. 26-951
  38. L-1) Approval of a resolution of the New Braunfels City Council designating certain officials as being responsible for, acting for, and on behalf of the City of New Braunfels in dealing with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department for the purpose of participating in the Local Park Grant Program, hereinafter referred to as the “Program”; certifying that the Applicant is eligible to receive program assistance; certifying that the Applicant matching share is readily available; and dedicating the proposed site for permanent (or for the term of the lease for leased property) public park and recreational uses. 26-1112 approved Pass
  39. N) Approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Advanced Funding Agreement between the City of New Braunfels and the Texas Department of Transportation for the Waterway Lane Hike and Bike Trail as part of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program. 26-1037
  40. M-1) Approval of a resolution setting a public hearing to be held during the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider approval to update the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, including land use assumptions and the capital improvements plan. 26-951 approved Pass
  41. O) Approval of a resolution giving consent to the issuance of Unlimited Tax Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1A, Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1D, and Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1F. 26-1149
  42. N-1) Approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Advanced Funding Agreement between the City of New Braunfels and the Texas Department of Transportation for the Waterway Lane Hike and Bike Trail as part of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program. 26-1037 approved Pass
  43. O-1) Approval of a resolution giving consent to the issuance of Unlimited Tax Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1A, Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1D, and Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1F. 26-1149 approved Pass
  44. P) Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance Number 2015-18 by modifying the New Braunfels Downtown Board’s purpose and adopting revised Bylaws. 26-846
  45. 33 Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
  46. P-1) Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance Number 2015-18 by modifying the New Braunfels Downtown Board’s purpose and adopting revised Bylaws. 26-846 approved Pass
  47. Q) Approval of the first reading of an ordinance establishing the number of positions in each classification in the New Braunfels Fire Department and Police Department pursuant to Local Government Code, Chapter 143. 26-1145 approved Pass
  48. 35 Approval of the Consent Agenda approved the Consent Agenda Pass
  49. R) Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 and Section 126-369 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to establish prohibited parking and loading zones on Zipp Road, Klein Meadows, and Legend Pond. 26-1156 approved Pass
  50. 2. INDIVIDUAL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
  51. 38 Individuals desiring to speak to any individual item should line up behind the podium and be ready to speak when public comment is recognized.
  52. A) Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Division 7, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels revising drought stage designations and triggers and clarifying other provisions; resolving other matters incident and related thereto; repealing all ordinances in conflict; containing a savings clause; and declaring an effective date. 26-1113 approved Pass
  53. B) Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-132 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to lower the speed limit in the residential areas off Lake Front Avenue. 26-1151 approved Pass
  54. C) Discuss and consider the approval of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan. 26-1026 approved Pass
  55. D) Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Yesica Monrreal, on behalf of 839 Oasis St LLC, to rezone approximately 0.17 of an acre out of Meyer Addition, Block 5, Lot 9, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Overlay to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 839 Oasis Street. 26-1056
  56. E) Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Sun Communities Operating Limited Partnership, on behalf of Sun Silver Star LLC d/b/a Sun Retreats Texas Hill Country, to rezone approximately 11.44 acres out of the Yogi Bears Jellystone Park, Block 1, Lot 2, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use overlay to allow manufactured homes), currently addressed at 141 Rueckle Road. 26-1057 postponed Pass
  57. F) Discuss and consider the approval of the Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. 26-1119 approved Pass
  58. G) Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the City of New Braunfels, Texas combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation, series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax and pledging certain surplus revenues in support of the certificates; awarding the sale of the certificates; approving an official statement, a paying agent/registrar agreement and other agreements relating to the sale and issuance of the certificates; and ordaining other matters relating to the issuance of the certificates. 26-1159 approved Pass
  59. H) Discuss and consider action regarding the creation and implementation of a uniform Code of Conduct for City of New Braunfels advisory boards, commissions, and committees to ensure accountability, conduct expectations, and protections for members and the City. 26-998
  60. 3. PRESENTATIONS:
  61. A) Presentation and discussion on the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study and collected roadway impact fees. 26-1138
  62. 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION
  63. 50 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 on this agenda. Any final action or vote on any executive session item will be taken in open session.
  64. 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. · Regulation of data centers. 26-1168
  65. B) Deliberate the appointment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or removal of the Municipal Court Judge in accordance with Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code. 26-1146
  66. C) 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). 26-1143
  67. 5. IF NECESSARY, RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION AND TAKE ANY ACTION RELATING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
  68. 55 ADJOURNMENT
  69. 56 CERTIFICATION
  70. 57 I hereby certify the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the New Braunfels City Hall. _____________________________________ Gayle Wilkinson, City Secretary 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. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of the members will be physically present at the location noted.

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