Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fredericksburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in water utilities with medium priority
Electric and Drainage Utility Rate Increases
A water/wastewater rate study is underway with a mid-year rate adjustment likely, and a small electric rate increase is planned. Council also flagged the governor's push on municipally owned utilities, which could threaten the ~9% of electric revenue that flows to the general fund.
Water and wastewater facility security
The Council met privately to discuss the vulnerability of the city's water and wastewater treatment facilities under the critical infrastructure exception to the open meetings act.
LCRA Wholesale Power Supply Agreement Amendment
An amendment to the city's wholesale power supply contract with LCRA was discussed behind closed doors; no action resulted yet.
North Llano Waterline Replacement
A 1936-era cast iron waterline under North Llano will be designed for replacement before TxDOT repaves US 16 in 2028 — a smart bit of timing to avoid tearing up new pavement.
JM Pipeline contract renewal
The city is in year five of replacing old, undersized two-inch water and sewer mains in older neighborhoods — better pressure, and new fire hydrants for emergency response.