Comfort Flood Mitigation and Property Acquisition
Kendall County
Summary
The county is racing to meet state deadlines on a flood siren and gauge system funded by a $1 million grant, and is pushing for after-action reports on the recent floods — though partners have been slow to respond.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 22, 2026, up from 2 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Funded by a $1 million state grant, with a possible funding extension deadline in late October.
Residents along the Guadalupe River and flood-prone areas who get earlier warnings.
Prop A committee members and critics say taxpayers and the original flood-mitigation intent are shortchanged.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Commissioners Court - Oct 27, 2026
A resident urged the court to reject a closed-session deal handing $2 million in Proposition A bond money to a developer for property held less than two months.
Commissioners Court - Oct 13, 2026
The county is racing to meet state deadlines on a flood siren and gauge system funded by a $1 million grant, and is pushing for after-action reports on the recent floods — though partners have been slow to respond.
Parks Advisory Board - Sep 22, 2026
The board was scheduled to discuss using Proposition A funds to buy 120 acres in Comfort, which could expand local park and recreational spaces.
Commissioners Court - Aug 11, 2026
The county is considering purchasing 120 acres in Comfort to help manage flooding and protect the aquifer. Residents are divided on whether to use Proposition A funds for this, with some arguing it's a vital safety measure and others suggesting the funds should be saved for other priorities.
Commissioners Court - Jul 21, 2026
Residents from River Trail raised major safety concerns after a recent flood pushed the Guadalupe River up 50 feet, washing away unattended RVs and damaging property.
'MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND': Kendall Co. sirens Comfort relocations
'MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND': Kendall Co. sirens Comfort relocations MySA
Flooding more widespread and destructive, but less deadly than 2025, Kendall County official says
Flooding more widespread and destructive, but less deadly than 2025, Kendall County official says kens5.com
Commissioners Court - Jan 13, 2026
The county is using a $1 million grant to install new flood sirens and detection tools to keep residents safe during future storms.
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