Comal County

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics such as approving claims, accepting a donation for the Jr. Deputy Academy Camp, and addressing citizen comments regarding railroad track safety. Approvals were granted for the final plat of Meyer Ranch, the completion of construction in Kyndwood, and waiving permitting fees for Homes for Our Troops projects. The court also discussed policies for the Mulch and Brush Operation, amendments to the Facilities Use Agreement with Canyon Lake Girls Softball, and donations for batting cage relocation. Additionally, the Tax Assessor-Collector's Monthly Collection Report and interlocal agreements for tax services were approved. The annual service plan updates for The Grove and The Crossings Public Improvement Districts were also approved. The court also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Texas Cybersecurity Clinic, an interlocal agreement with New Braunfels Utilities for fiber optic lines, and a resolution adopting fees for various county offices in 2026. Revisions to the Comal County Purchasing Policy and the appointment of a Reserve Deputy Constable were also approved. Finally, a public hearing was held on proposed salaries for Elected Officials for 2026.

The Comal County Commissioners Court meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. Claims were approved, and reports were given by county staff and elected officials. The court discussed and received a presentation on the proposed Comal County Local Regulations of Wrecker Towing Services Order. An extension of the surety term for construction of roads and other improvements within Kyndwood, Unit 1 was accepted. Additionally, an amendment to the Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit for construction of roads and storm water drainage improvements within Simmons Valley South Entry Road was accepted. The Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool agreements were approved. An order prohibiting all outdoor burning in the unincorporated areas of Comal County was discussed and approved. An order of special election to be held on November 4, 2025, for the purpose of voting on Constitutional Amendments was approved. Addendums to increase bond amounts for Comal County statutory county court judges and county court judges were discussed and approved. The court directed the County Clerk to record the Order of the District Court Judges reappointing the County Auditor. The designation of the Animal Control Supervisor as the Local Rabies Control Authority was approved. The court also convened in an executive session to discuss litigations and approved the Release Agreement between Tom McIver and Comal County.

The meeting included discussion and action on various agenda items such as approving claims, the Treasurer's Monthly Report for November 2024, and Resolution #2024-20 regarding the adoption of the 2025 Comal County Investment Policy & Strategies. The court also discussed and approved a grant award under the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) for the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Project. Additionally, there were discussions and approvals for reappointments to several Emergency Services District Boards, Public Official Bonds, and the acceptance of the annual certificate of completion for the Tax Assessor-Collector's continuing education credits. The purchase of a new computer workstation for the new Assistant County Engineer and line-item transfers in the Jail and District Attorney's offices were also approved.

The Comal County Commissioners Court meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. Claims were approved, and proclamations were made for Community Action Month and National Peace Officers Memorial Day/National Police Week. The court discussed and accepted computer donations for Constable Precinct 4 and a monetary donation for the Sheriff's Office. Citizens commented on housing developments and traffic concerns. The Sheriff provided an update on the transition at the Sheriff's Office and addressed comments regarding jail personnel and the radio project. Approvals were given for amendments to plats, the Tax Assessor-Collector's Monthly Report, and an economic development incentive agreement with Caterpillar Inc. An order prohibiting outdoor burning was approved, along with an order for the disposition of salvage and surplus property. The court also discussed and approved establishing a list of qualified transportation service providers for mental health facilities and the early voting polling locations for the May 24th Run-off Election. Appointments for Reserve Deputy Constables and the purchase of a label printer for Justice of Peace Pct.3 were also approved. There was no need for an Executive Session.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics, such as approving claims, proclamations for Hill Country Night Sky Month and National 4-H Week, and reports from county staff on community interests, including COVID-19 updates and flu vaccines. The court also discussed and approved road construction within Vintage Oaks, the Treasurer's Monthly Report for August 2021, a Department of State Health Services contract amendment for COVID-19 immunizations, an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Spring Branch for Animal Control Services, and a Joint Law Enforcement Operations Task Force Modification Document through the US Marshals Service. Additionally, they approved a resolution authorizing the County Grant Program Year 2022 under the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program, a Catapult Health 2021 Virtual Checkup Addendum, and several Public Health job descriptions. The court also discussed and approved the appointment of County Officials and employees to the ARPA Committee and line item transfers for additional travel costs and to cover the cost of a major transmission repair.