Drought Irrigation Surcharges
Summary
City council adopted stricter drought stage triggers and surcharges while allowing once-a-week watering through stage five, sparking debate over water conservation and resident utility bills.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Increases potential penalty surcharges for heavy outdoor water users during severe drought stages.
Water conservation efforts and residents favoring flexible watering schedules during drought.
Residents and properties with high outdoor water usage facing increased monthly utility bills.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — September 28, 2026
City council adopted stricter drought stage triggers and surcharges while allowing once-a-week watering through stage five, sparking debate over water conservation and resident utility bills.
City Council — August 10, 2026
New Braunfels Utilities presented updates to the drought contingency plan, adjusting irrigation surcharges and maintaining once-a-week watering rules to manage water scarcity without imposing overly restrictive bi-weekly rules.
City Council - Special — July 20, 2026
New Braunfels Utilities proposed updates to the city's drought contingency plan to align with Edwards Aquifer Authority stages and increase surcharges for high-volume irrigators, while protecting essential indoor water users.
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