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Comal County
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Road Improvement Program

Summary

Comal County is moving forward with an engineering study to prepare a comprehensive road improvement plan. With population projections far outpacing original estimates, officials want to establish clear transportation priorities and explore funding alternatives.

At a glance

Total mentions
8
Last 30 days
0

Last discussed Apr 30, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Will incur engineering consulting costs to be determined through the RFQ process, potentially laying groundwork for future bond initiatives.

✅Who benefits

Comal County motorists and residents experiencing severe traffic congestion and rapid suburban growth.

⚠️Who could be affected

The county's ability to manage the new jail facility effectively if positions remain unfilled.

Mentions & discussions (11)

MeetingApr 30, 2026approved

Commissioners Court - Apr 30, 2026

The county is advancing phase two of its road improvement study with HNTB to address severe traffic congestion and identify priority infrastructure projects across all precincts.

MeetingMar 12, 2026approved

Commissioners Court - Mar 12, 2026

County Engineer Robert Boyd presented the upcoming 2026 paving schedule targeting an aggressive 70 miles of road repairs across the county, utilizing GIS tracking and fixed asphalt pricing.

MeetingDec 30, 2025

Commissioners Court - Dec 30, 2025

Comal County is moving forward with an engineering study to prepare a comprehensive road improvement plan. With population projections far outpacing original estimates, officials want to establish clear transportation priorities and explore funding alternatives.

Community ImpactDec 29, 2025

Check out 4 transportation updates in Comal County

Check out 4 transportation updates in Comal County Community Impact

MeetingDec 11, 2025

Commissioners Court - Dec 11, 2025

The county is finishing a new bridge on Wald Road to replace a low-water crossing, which will improve safety and traffic flow. This is part of a larger effort to upgrade aging infrastructure to handle increased local traffic.

MeetingOct 2, 2025approved

Commissioners Court - Oct 2, 2025

The county is ensuring the repair of the Vogel Dam spillway berm after it was damaged during waterline installation. This project is critical for maintaining the dam's safety and structural integrity.

MeetingJul 31, 2025

Commissioners Court - Jul 31, 2025

The county and Comal ISD are renewing their agreement for law enforcement services, including school resource officers.

KSATJul 17, 2025

Comal County invested $1.9 million in new sirens along Guadalupe River to replace aging flood alert system

Comal County invested $1.9 million in new sirens along Guadalupe River to replace aging flood alert system KSAT

MeetingFeb 6, 2025approved

Commissioners Court - Feb 6, 2025

The county is investing $97,000 to upgrade its network security and data protection systems to better defend against modern digital threats.

MeetingJan 9, 2025approved

Commissioners Court - Jan 9, 2025

The county is updating its inmate phone system contract to comply with new federal regulations regarding service fees.

Community ImpactOct 19, 2021

Comal County establishes Child Safe Exchange Zone for custody pickup, drop-off | New Braunfels

Comal County establishes Child Safe Exchange Zone for custody pickup, drop-off | New Braunfels Community Impact

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