City Council Meeting - July 14, 2026

The City Council meeting of Kerrville, Texas, held on July 14, 2026, included several community announcements and presentations, with a significant focus on water infrastructure and park development projects. The council discussed a $21 million grant application to the Texas Water Development Board for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements, including construction of a reuse pipeline along Elm Creek, upgrades to the water treatment plant, and new clarifier installations. The grant is 100% funded and aims to address water supply capacity, treatment redundancy, and environmental concerns. Public comments raised issues about the safety and environmental impact of piping treated wastewater through public parks, potential health hazards, and the adequacy of parkland requirements in new developments. The council approved routine consent agenda items, including vehicle purchases, and unanimously passed a resolution supporting the grant application. The discussion also touched on the flexibility of the grant application to amend project scopes and the importance of addressing water loss and infrastructure looping in future plans.