Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kerrville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in business jobs
Downtown Parking Lot Enhancements
A board member is pushing for a parking study in the downtown TIRZ district, arguing the problem isn't a shortage of spaces but employees taking the best customer spots. The request will return on a future agenda.
Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program
The TIRZ grant programs for exterior upgrades, parking lot improvements, and mold remediation will now accept applications until the money runs out instead of closing on a deadline. Staff heard from business owners who missed the old deadline simply because they were too busy running their businesses.
Walmart Grand Re-Opening Quorum Notice
The city is letting the public know that enough council members might show up at the Walmart re-opening to technically form a quorum, even though no official business will happen.
Open Rewards Shop-Local Incentive Program
The city is exploring a cashback rewards platform called Open Rewards to encourage residents to spend money at local businesses and keep dollars circulating in the community. Board members expressed interest but requested more solid data on return on investment and actual customer retention before moving forward.
City Manager Performance Evaluation
The city council conducted its annual review of City Manager Dalton Rice's job performance in a closed executive session.