Kerrville City Council Meeting Summary - February 10, 2026

The Kerrville City Council met on Monday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The 95-minute meeting featured community presentations, public comments, consent agenda approval, a public hearing, and discussion on several resolutions. Annual police awards and community kindness awards highlighted the meeting. Key actions included approval of support for an affordable housing tax credit, denial of a utility waiver request, and a decision to use internal resources for the city attorney recruitment with a two-councilmember committee.

Announcements of Community Interest

• Crystal (staff) announced upcoming events: a special dance at the Happy Bank Expo Hall, ribbon cutting for the Kerr Together Disaster Relief Center, the new parks activity guide, introduction of Animal Control Officer James Lee, volunteer opportunities with Rooted in the Guadalupe and UGRA river projects, President's Day office closure, and the Citizens Government Academy (applications due February 28).
• Councilmember Delayne Sigerman highlighted the Smithsonian exhibit (May 16 - June 28) at the Kerrville Arts and Cultural Center and invited participation in the Citizens Police Academy.
• Councilmember (Sigerman) also promoted performances by local theaters and upcoming shows.

Presentations

2A: Police Department Employee of the Year Awards (Chief C McCall)

• Chief McCall presented three awards: Civilian Employee of the Year to Riley Gordon (dispatcher), Supervisor of the Year to Sergeant Tyler Cottonware, and Officer of the Year to Officer Trevor Fletcher. All honorees were recognized for their exceptional performance, particularly during the July 2025 flood. Gordon was cited for crisis management and innovation during the flood; Cottonware for leading rescue efforts in an inaccessible area; and Fletcher for proactive work and leadership during search and recovery operations.

2B: Kerrville Kindness Award (Mayor Joe Herring)

• The award was presented to Bobby and Peggy Krutsinger of Operation Texas Strong and Doug Hetzler of Gibson's for donating 65 RVs to flood victims, including 28 in the Junction and Kerrville area. Bobby Krutsinger (Operation Texas Strong) stated they have given away 847 RVs in four years and approximately $15 million in RVs in Kerr County alone. He expressed that the community still needs assistance and said their organization facilitates donor connections ('Adopt a Family') and relies on volunteers.

2C: Main Street Advisory Board Commendations

• Mayor Herring issued certificates of recognition to former board members for their contributions to downtown revitalization.

2D: Playhouse 2000 Services Summary (Jeffrey Brown, Executive Director)

• Brown presented a detailed report on 2025 operations. He stated that the building closure and July flood caused a $68,000 deficit (larger than the 2024 deficit by $12,000). Despite challenges, they had strong programming, including a world premiere play ('Bombshells'), record attendance for 'Into the Woods,' and a grand reopening in October that contributed to over 3,000 people in downtown. Total 2025 campus attendance was 17,000; ticket sales were $384,000, and direct playhouse income was up 36% from 2024. In December 2025, attendance reached 3,800 and ticket sales $79,000 (both above December 2024). Brown projected a 2026 budget of $812,500 with 55% earned income and 45% from public support. He listed upcoming programming including 'Broadway's Leading Ladies,' 'Bee Gees Gold,' flamenco, and a new fundraiser 'A Night to Unite' on May 30.

2E: Arcadia Live Services Summary (Stacey Leparati, Executive Director)

• Leparati reported 88 events from March 2025 to March 2026, a 70% increase in free community events, $174,000 in musical talent spending, and $5,800 in movie rights for the free film series. She stated total foot traffic was over 16,000 across all events. Arcadia served as a reunification center following the July 4 flood and converted flood relief sponsors into a 'Rise and Rebuild' free concert series. She emphasized efforts to promote local hotels, and plans for six weddings in 2025 (goal of eight in 2026). Upcoming highlights include a centennial celebration (March 7, 'Speakeasy' fundraiser) and continued free community events.

2F: KPUB Generation Plant Project Update

• The presentation was not given; the speaker was not present.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Haley Hooser (Kerr County CARES Foundation) introduced the organization, a newly approved 501c3 providing food, hygiene items, and household necessities to families in need without government assistance. She stated that they served approximately 200 families between October and December 2025 and an additional 107 through a single food distribution. The group focuses on fresh foods and personalized care. Hooser expressed a desire for community partners and referred inquiries to the organization's Facebook page. Their next distribution is planned for March 14 (location pending).

Consent Calendar

• Items 4B (body-worn camera grant), 4C (throw phone grant), and meeting minutes (4D, 4E) were approved unanimously in a single motion after no items were removed.
• Item 4A (Resolution appointing special municipal court prosecutors) was pulled for clarification. A councilmember requested confirmation the hourly rate was $180. Interim City Attorney William Tatsch confirmed the lowest local rate was $180. A motion to approve 4A passed unanimously.

Public Hearing: Housing Tax Credit Support (Resolution 09-2026)

• Director of Development & Planning Dan Paxton presented the resolution supporting Kerrville TXHP, LP's application for a 9% Housing Tax Credit to construct the Stoneledge Flats affordable rental housing. The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comment. A motion to approve the resolution passed unanimously.

Discussion Items

6A: Commercial Building Plan Review Fees

• Assistant Director of Building Services T. Sanchez presented Resolution 10-2026, amending the fee schedule to align with an existing contract for third-party plan review. A motion to approve passed unanimously.

6B: Stormwater Fee Amendment

• Discussion was tabled at a councilmember's suggestion without a vote.

6C: Water and Sewer Extension Waiver Request

• Director Paxton requested a waiver to allow utility connections outside city limits on a .5-acre tract without annexation. Councilmembers expressed opposition, stating they would require annexation. A motion to deny the waiver passed unanimously.

6D: City Attorney Recruitment Process

• Assistant City Manager Katie Meismer presented two options: internal recruitment (minimal cost, 4-6 weeks) or professional external search firms with options ranging from $3,000 to $24,949 and timelines up to 12 weeks. Council Discussion: Several members voiced preference for internal recruitment to save costs and maintain control. External firms' expertise in city attorney searches was questioned. Council decided to use internal resources. Councilmembers Delayne Sigerman and Kent McKinney were appointed to a two-person committee to assist with the recruitment process. Councilmember (Harris) requested that the job description consider a single attorney without an automatic assistant position, with details to be brought back. A motion to approve internal recruitment and committee appointments passed unanimously.

Items for Future Agendas

• Councilmember requested the final report of the Resiliency Committee be distributed to all members.
• Councilmember requested that Resolution 91-144 (adopted 1991) be placed on a future agenda for review of fees and structure.

Key Outcomes

• Awards: Police Employee of the Year, Kindness Award, Main Street Board commendations.
• Consent agenda approved (with item 4A clarified).
• Resolution supporting affordable housing passed.
• Commercial plan review fee amendment approved; stormwater fee amendment tabled.
• Utility waiver denied; annexation required for connections outside city limits.
• City Attorney recruitment: internal process, two councilmembers on selection committee.
• Future agenda item: review of Resolution 91-144.
• Meeting adjourned at 7:28 PM.