3-31-2026 CC Meeting

The City Council of Bandera held a regular meeting on March 31, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement discussions included the selection of permitting software, with council members debating the cost-effectiveness and potential labor savings of different vendor options, including Tyler Technologies and MyGov. The council requested a more detailed cost savings plan before making a decision. Additionally, the council reviewed grant opportunities for water infrastructure projects, including a potential $5 million grant from the Texas Water Development Board with no matching funds required, and discussed other grant prospects for public safety equipment such as body-worn cameras. The council also approved Resolution 2026-001 to accept water system improvements performed by Speece Construction Company. Public concerns were raised about the use of Flock surveillance cameras and privacy implications, but no contract action was taken during this meeting. The council also approved amendments to the public comment ordinance and discussed equine trail usage in city parks. Overall, the meeting focused on evaluating procurement options for software and infrastructure improvements, grant funding strategies, and contract acceptance for water system projects.