3. Public Comments Four members of the public commented, all expressing concern about a proposed limestone quarry (McCar Quarry) near Highway 281 and FM 473 in South Blanco County. Speakers raised concerns about water usage — citing estimates of 25,000 to 37,500 gallons of groundwater consumed per hour for dust suppression — as well as noise, vibration, and potential contamination of nearby private wells. Blanco City Mayor Cargill urging the Board to take a firm stand against unchecked development and over-exploitation of the Hill Country's water resources. A written comment from Rachel Halliday was also submitted and read into the record.

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