Flock Safety Surveillance
Summary
A recent shootout between a suspect and a Kendall County deputy at a local motel has residents worried about rising crime. This incident is sparking a broader conversation about how safe our community really is.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
The policy shifts the timing of existing budget allocations rather than increasing total funding.
Volunteer fire departments will have better cash flow to pay annual insurance premiums.
Taxpayers may face higher costs if the county approves significant budget increases for these services.
Mentions & discussions (14)
Texas county bans controversial surveillance cameras. What’s next?
Texas county bans controversial surveillance cameras. What’s next? MySA
Commissioners Court - Aug 25, 2026
The Court debated the use of automated license plate readers. Residents and commissioners expressed concerns about privacy and the potential for mass surveillance, ultimately voting to end the program.
Kendall County Commissioners End Flock Agreement
The Kendall County Commissioners Court voted unanimously Tuesday not to renew its agreement with Flock Safety Group, ending the county’s participation in the company’s automated license plate recognition progra...
Commissioners Court - Jul 29, 2026
Fire departments are struggling with rising insurance costs and higher call volumes. The county is trying to balance a 5% budget increase with requests for more paid staff to ensure faster response times.
Commissioners Court - Jul 14, 2026
The county is moving EMS to a 48/96 shift schedule to help with hiring and reduce overtime costs.
Commissioners Court - Jul 13, 2026
The coalition is asking for a $125,000 revolving fund to help them pay for wildfire prevention work upfront while waiting for federal grant reimbursements.
13-year-old boy’s body recovered from Boerne City Lake, fire officials say
13-year-old boy’s body recovered from Boerne City Lake, fire officials say KSAT
Commissioners Court - May 12, 2026
The court decided to restrict access to county video and security systems to law enforcement only, citing security concerns.
Commissioners Court - Apr 28, 2026
The county is using a federal grant to build a digital forensics lab to better investigate crimes against children.
Commissioners Court - Feb 18, 2026
With fire conditions worsening and local departments struggling to keep up with brush fires, the county has banned all outdoor burning to keep residents safe.
KCSO: Suspect identified in connection with motel shootout involving Kendall County deputy
KCSO: Suspect identified in connection with motel shootout involving Kendall County deputy KSAT
Commissioners Court - Jan 27, 2026
The court debated how to best fund volunteer fire departments to ensure they can cover annual insurance costs, ultimately agreeing to a 40%/20% split for the current fiscal year.
Rural officials urge safety as certain fireworks are banned in Bexar and Kendall County
Rural officials urge safety as certain fireworks are banned in Bexar and Kendall County WOAI
The Boerne Brew Dec. 28: Jeff Flinn w/Fireworks Safety.mp3
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