City Council Budget Workshop | August 6, 2026

The City Council Budget Workshop for the City of Kerrville held on August 6, 2026, focused extensively on the fiscal challenges posed by recent natural disasters, particularly flooding, and the resulting infrastructure damage estimated to exceed $55 million. Council members and staff discussed the complexities of the property tax rate calculations, including the impact of legislative changes and disaster-related exemptions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to exploring the potential adoption of a disaster tax rate, which could generate approximately $390,000 to support emergency response and recovery efforts. The council also deliberated on the city attorney's budget, debating the merits of hiring an assistant city attorney versus outsourcing legal work, with a consensus leaning toward hiring an assistant to manage increasing workload efficiently. Additionally, discussions included budget amendments, reserve fund usage for capital improvement projects, and community organization contracts. The council emphasized the need for detailed recommendations on cost-saving measures and strategic financial planning to navigate the ongoing fiscal pressures.