Kerrville City Council Meeting – June 9, 2026

The City Council of Kerrville, Texas met on June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 701 Main Street. Mayor Joe Herring, Jr. called the meeting to order. Following the invocation and pledge, the Council made community interest announcements, recognized participants in the Citizens Academy, commended a retiring board member, and proclaimed June as Great Outdoors Month. The Council then heard public comments, approved consent agenda items, conducted public hearings on four first‑reading zoning changes, approved a major waiver for on‑site sewer systems, authorized a park design contract, and appointed a member to the 911 Board.

Community Interest Announcements

Councilmember McKinney announced upcoming events, including a library tea party (June 12), a genealogy workshop (June 13), a cornhole tournament (June 13), a public meeting on the Elm Creek Pipeline Project (June 17), and movies in the park (June 20). Another member highlighted events honoring women veterans (June 12) and the annual military appreciation dinner (July 1).

Presentations

• Citizens Academy Recognition: Mayor Herring and Director of Innovation and Technology Charlie Tork recognized program graduates. Participants described learning about city operations and becoming more engaged.
• Commendation for Cal Bond: The Council recognized Cal Bond for his service on the Economic Improvement Corporation, which administers the 4B sales tax.
• Proclamation: Great Outdoors Month: The Mayor proclaimed June 2026 as Great Outdoors Month, encouraging residents to enjoy Kerrville’s parks and trails.

Consent Calendar

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 18 special‑called meeting and the May 26 regular meeting.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Tori Lewis (resident, 1618 Mule Shoe Drive) expressed strong concerns about a proposed 500‑home development on Town Creek. She cited stage‑two water restrictions, potential flooding from increased pavement, dangerously congested intersections, insufficient electrical capacity at the Holt substation, displacement of deer herds, and home prices above $325,000. She asked the Council to thoroughly study these issues.
• William Whitson announced that HEB Corporation has provided an additional $2.5 million for Louise Hayes Park renovations (on top of $8.4 million already received) and $100,000 for a drone show on July 4. He also praised the Kerr Together recovery effort.
• Eric Maloney (speaking on behalf of the fire department) thanked outgoing Police Chief McCall for his service.
• George Buridi (166 Glenn Road) spoke multiple times during the meeting:
  • During the citizens forum, he argued that the recent County Commissioner Precinct One election functioned as a referendum against city council policies, with nearly 70% of voters rejecting a candidate associated with the council’s direction. He urged the Council to listen to a broader set of voices.
  • During public hearings on the zoning items (5B and 5C), he questioned the consistency of granting zoning changes that expand non‑conforming uses.
  • During the hearing on Resolution 26‑2026, he questioned the wisdom of allowing septic systems inside the city limits as a workaround for sewer capacity shortages and warned against setting a precedent. He also asked the city to address the underlying capacity problem west of Knapp Road.
• Mayor Herring noted that the 500‑home development will be considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission, which will hold a public hearing, and encouraged residents to attend.

Discussion Items

• Zoning Changes (First Reading)
  • Ordinance 2026‑09 (3400 Block TX 534 Loop): Change from Light Commercial (C‑2) to Multifamily Residential (R‑3). Applicant Sarah Andre described a proposed 40‑unit affordable housing project (one‑, two‑, and three‑bedroom apartments) with rents ranging from $800 to $1,345 per month. The ordinance passed unanimously.
  • Ordinance 2026‑10 (404 Crawford Street): Change from Medium Density Residential (R‑2) to Industrial Manufacturing (IM). Applicant Craig Leonard plans to expand his family‑owned contracting business. Neighbors voiced support after receiving assurances about noise and visual impacts. Passed unanimously.
  • Ordinance 2026‑11 (3020 Memorial Boulevard): Change from Light Commercial (C‑2) to Residential Mix (RM). Applicant Marty Rosen intends to replace a dilapidated mobile home with a double‑wide manufactured home and renovate the front structure. Passed unanimously.
  • Ordinance 2026‑12 (3030 Memorial Boulevard): Same zoning change for the adjacent lot. The property experiences flooding; the applicant will replace existing structures with a raised manufactured home. Passed unanimously.
• Resolution 26‑2026 – Major Waiver for On‑Site Sewer: The Council granted a waiver from the subdivision code requirement to connect to city sewer for a new four‑lot subdivision near Goat Creek Road and Coronado Drive. Because the city lacks sewer capacity west of Knapp Road, the developer will use on‑site septic systems (meeting Kerr County OSSF requirements) and must install a sewer main and stub‑outs for future connection. The resolution passed unanimously. Applicants Judy Jarquet and Sam Darko stated they would prefer to connect to city sewer if capacity becomes available.
• Professional Services Contract – Whirlix Design, Inc.: The Council authorized a contract not to exceed $165,900 for landscape architecture design services for Louise Hays Park and Lehman Monroe Park. Parks Director Jay Brimhall explained that the contract covers design work for improved playgrounds and other features.

Key Outcomes

• All four first‑reading ordinances (2026‑09, 2026‑10, 2026‑11, 2026‑12) were approved unanimously. They will return for second reading on June 23, 2026.
• Resolution 26‑2026 was approved, granting a conditional waiver for on‑site sewer systems in one subdivision.
• Cathrine “Cat” Larson was appointed to the Kerr 911 Board of Managers, filling the seat vacated by the retiring Lieutenant Mary Krebs.
• A Councilmember requested that a future meeting agenda include an executive session to discuss the departure of several city employees.
• The meeting adjourned at 7:15 PM.