Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burnet County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues
CAMPO Regional Transportation Plan & Committee Appointments
The county is looking at adopting a comprehensive transportation plan to guide future road improvements and traffic management. This plan helps map out where infrastructure dollars will go as the area continues to grow.
Low-Water Crossing Engineering Work Order on CR 403
Commissioners will consider approving an engineering work order for hydraulics and design at a low-water crossing on CR 403 at Flat Rock Creek to improve safety during heavy rains.
Rural Ambulance Grant Procurement
The county will consider purchasing a new rural ambulance using state grant funds without needing a local financial match. The vehicle will be operated and maintained by the City of Burnet.
Golf Course Fee Increases
Going for a round at the city-owned Delaware Springs golf course is about to cost a buck or two more starting October 1st. The Burnet City Council just approved small bumps to twilight and private cart fees to squeeze a bit more revenue out of the links.
Subdivision and Replat Requests
The court approved the purchase of a new distributor truck for road maintenance and reviewed multiple subdivision replats and final plats across the county.
Courthouse Renovation
The court reviewed long-term building use, potential land acquisitions, and maintenance for parks and historical sites.
FY27 Property Tax Rate Adoption
The county is moving ahead with its budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year by proposing a tax rate of 0.3541. Commissioners also discussed departmental requests, fund balances, and salaries.
FY27 Indigent Defense Grants and Regional Contracts
The county is considering accepting over $1.7 million in state grants for the regional public defender's office and renewing various jail housing and task force agreements.
Tourism Promotion and Holiday Lighting Contracts
The county is distributing hotel/tax occupancy funds to local chambers of commerce for tourism promotion and approving a contract for holiday lighting.
Utility Rates
Burnet just approved a yearly 3% rate hike on your water, sewer, and electric bills starting this October and lasting until 2031 to pay for fixing up local infrastructure. Expect your monthly utility bills to slowly creep up every year for the next several years.