City Council Meeting | August 11, 2026

The City Council meeting of Kerrville, Texas, held on August 11, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a residential rate increase proposed by KPUB, based on a cost of service study, to take effect in November 2026. This rate adjustment was necessary due to increased labor and material costs and was supported by a $3.4 million use of rate stabilization funds. Additionally, the council considered and approved multiple ordinances adopting the 2024 International Building Codes and related fire and safety codes, which will impact future construction and development projects. A conditional use permit was granted for daycare services at 813 Clay Street, involving facility upgrades and compliance with city codes. The council also adopted a resolution related to employee benefit plans for fiscal year 2027. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about surveillance cameras, but no contracts or procurement actions related to these cameras were reported by the city. Overall, the meeting addressed utility rate adjustments, building code updates, and community service permits, with motions passed unanimously on these procurement and budget items.