Kendall County · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kendall County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Grant Funding for Law Enforcement and Victim Services
The court approved four grant applications totaling about $693,000 — an ambulance grant, a JAG grant, and two victim-services grants — that bring outside money into the county instead of raising local taxes.
Wildfire Preparedness and Building Code Adoption
Kendall County is one of the most wildfire-at-risk counties in Texas, and residents are getting insurance non-renewal letters. The court heard how adopting parts of the Wildland Urban Interface Code into its fire code could make new homes safer and insurable, while the IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home program offers a retrofit path for existing homes.
EMS Medical Director Procurement
Kendall County is re-evaluating its selection for EMS Medical Director to ensure proper coverage and coordination across all county fire departments.
Flock Camera Program
The Kendall County Fair bleachers are officially safe to use again after passing recent inspections. You can now enjoy the events without worrying about the structural issues that caused last year's collapse.
Emergency Declaration
Boerne’s mayor just updated local emergency rules, which could mean new restrictions popping up in your day-to-day life. It’s worth keeping an eye on these changes to see how they might impact your routine.
Public Health Emergency
Kendall County just confirmed its first COVID-19 case, so get ready for some changes to how local services and public events are handled. Officials are shifting gears to keep things safe, which likely means new rules for gatherings are on the way.