Schertz City Council Meeting - September 15, 2026

The Schertz City Council meeting held on September 15, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions involved the approval of economic development incentives, including a resolution authorizing funding for Lost Peace Schertz Operations and another for Hollingsworth Logistics Group LLC, both passed unanimously. The council also discussed the acceptance of the fiscal year 2027 MVCPA grant award to fund the police department's BLPR camera program and a drone first responder program, although funding for new cameras is currently frozen by the governor. Budget deliberations were extensive, focusing on the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and tax rate. The council approved a no new revenue tax rate of 0.5296, which funds four new police dispatchers but not four additional patrol officers, with motions to approve the budget and ratify the property tax increase passing with majority votes. Staff presented options for budget cuts, but deep cuts were not recommended. Additionally, the council reviewed annexation ordinances and zoning changes, including denial of a zone change request for a business expansion due to incompatibility with the comprehensive plan. A workshop on future water demand and supply highlighted challenges with water rights leases and potential partnerships to manage water resources efficiently. Overall, the meeting balanced fiscal responsibility with public safety and infrastructure planning priorities.