Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Comal County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
28 issues with medium priority
Emergency Services District Board Nomination Policy
The court will address leadership changes on local Emergency Services Districts #1 and #3 by accepting resignations and appointing new commissioners to unexpired terms.
Sheriff's Office Vehicle Fleet Expansion
The court approved funds to upfit five replacement patrol vehicles following accidents and upgrade their in-car camera DVR systems.
Truancy Prevention and SAFE Program Grant
The county accepted a $30,000 state grant to continue counseling and support services for families and students.
Subdivision Plat Corrections and Cancellations
The court addressed plat amendments and set a public hearing to cancel lots in Stallion Springs, helping property owners combine parcels and clear up historical zoning or septic issues.
Executive Recruitment for County Administrator
The county is moving forward with hiring a recruitment firm to find a replacement for the outgoing County Administrator.
Independence Day Road Closures and Public Safety
The county approved temporary road closures for the 4th of July holiday, including a section of Sattler Road for the VFW celebration and traffic management for lake fireworks.
Mayfair Parcel E-9N Road Acceptance
The county accepted Mayfair - Maytown Drive roads into the county road system for maintenance after inspections and city close-out documents were received.
Public Health Clinic Security Upgrades
The county approved funding to install automatic door closures on six badge-access doors in the public health clinic to improve building security and protect clinical operations.
Pre-Trial Release Bond Supervision Program Impact
Adult probation officials reported that the pre-trial bond program successfully supervised 524 defendants in 2024, saving taxpayers millions in jail incarceration costs while maintaining community safety.
Seasonal Law Enforcement Agreements with WORD
The county approved annual agreements with the Water Oriented Recreation District to fund supplemental law enforcement patrols on waterways and recreation areas during peak visitor seasons.
Restructuring Veteran Services Supervision
The county amended the Veteran Services Director job description to report directly to the County Administrator rather than the Commissioners Court.
Animal Control Services
The county renewed its annual animal control facility agreement with the Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area, shifting to a shared-cost operations model with the city.
Right-of-Way Fence Encroachments and Permit Appeals
A homeowner appealed the county engineer's denial of a permit for a fence built in the public right-of-way. Because a motion to grant a variance failed, the county's strict enforcement against right-of-way fences remains in place.
County Website Migration to .gov Domain
The county IT department received approval to apply for a secure .gov domain name (comalcounty.gov) to improve cybersecurity and branding.
Meyer Ranch Unit 13 Road Acceptance
County officials accepted newly constructed roads and drainage in Meyer Ranch Unit 13 into the county maintenance system, releasing the developer's letter of credit. Residents expressed ongoing traffic concerns regarding access to Highway 46.
Gatehouse Unit 2 Infrastructure Surety Extension
Developers working on Gatehouse Unit 2 received a one-year extension to finish roads and stormwater drainage. This ensures financial backing remains in place while construction wraps up.
Rural Broadband Expansion Support
Resound Networks requested a letter of support from the county to apply for federal and state BEAD program funding to expand high-speed internet in unserved rural areas of the county.
Watson Lane East Connector Study
The county is funding a $271,000 study for Watson Lane East to help manage traffic and improve connectivity between Highway 1101 and I-35.
Mulch and Brush Facility Operational Policy Updates
The court adopted new rules for the rural recycling facility that prohibit green waste bags and tie brush drop-off permissions directly to on-site mulch inventory levels to prevent fire hazards and improve mulch quality.
Election Precinct Boundary Realignment
The county is splitting and absorbing several smaller election precincts into larger ones to streamline voting administration ahead of the 2026 elections.
Return of Unobligated Federal ARPA SLFRF Funds
The county must return $272,387.08 in unspent federal COVID-19 relief funds to the U.S. Treasury because they were not obligated by the December 31, 2024 deadline.
Sheriff's Office Mobile App Development
The county is funding and launching a free mobile app for residents to access Sheriff's Office resources, report tips, and receive real-time emergency and traffic alerts.
Digital Evidence Management System Funding
The county reallocated contingency funds to cover upfront multi-year subscription costs for a digital evidence management system used by law enforcement.
Police Conduct Litigation
A local man is suing the New Braunfels Police Department over a messy traffic stop that he claims led to a wrongful arrest. This case is putting a spotlight on police conduct and raising questions about how much taxpayer money the city might lose in legal fees.
Road Department Fleet Safety and CDL Training Software
The county is investing in dashboard cameras and GPS tracking software to coach road crew drivers, reduce accidents, and improve CDL training.
Mental Health Evaluations in County Jail Releases
The District Attorney's office is implementing mandatory psychiatric evaluations for certain inmates with ongoing mental health issues upon jail release, prompting funding adjustments in court budgets.
Johnson Ranch South Road and Drainage Sureties
The county accepted letters of credit to ensure road and drainage improvements are properly completed in Johnson Ranch South Units 7 and 8.
County IT and Equipment Budget Adjustments
The court approved shifting contingency funds to cover rising costs for computer hardware upgrades and copier lease renewals across multiple departments.