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CITY • DeWitt County, TX
City of Cuero
Population / Scale
8,215
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.3050
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$7.9M
+3.3% YoY • +22.1% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$5.04M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.7 pts
1Y: 0.0 pts • 10Y: -1.3 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -4.1 pts
64.8 (C) → 60.7 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.3% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +3.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+22.1% (5Y)
10Y: +42.5% • Since '00: +150.6%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.0645
FY 22: $0.3695 → FY 27: $0.3050
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 64.8 (C)'10: 63.1 (C)'17: 62 (C)'22: 61.4 (C)'27: 60.7 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $3.2M'10: $4.4M'17: $5.5M'22: $6.5M'27: $7.9M
Elected & Governing Officials (6)
Charter & Enabling Framework
City of Cuero Home Rule Charter
Official Home Rule Charter of City of Cuero Home Rule Charter hosted on Franklin Legal / General Code (eCode360).
OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Cuero Home Rule Charter Source Repository: https://ecode360.com/40965004#40965004 Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.3% YoYFreedom Score: 60.7 (C)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Cuero
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($7,901,735) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.305000 per $100 valuation: $0.225000 M&O + $0.080000 I&S) for City of Cuero. Source: DeWitt County Appraisal District 2026 Tax Rate Roll.
Total Appropriation
$7.9M
General Fund
$5.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.4M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$962
Public Safety: $2.7M (34%)
0Public Works: $2.3M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $0.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.3050 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+7.7% YoYFreedom Score: 60.7 (C)• Adopted Oct 12, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ordinance No. 2026-20Budget) — City of Cuero
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($7,653,012) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.306750 per $100 valuation) for City of Cuero.
Total Appropriation
$7.7M
General Fund
$5.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.3M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$932
Public Safety: $2.6M (33%)
0Public Works: $2.2M (29%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $0.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.30675 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+2.8% YoYFreedom Score: 61 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Cuero
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($7,106,766) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.310000 per $100 valuation) for City of Cuero.
Total Appropriation
$7.1M
General Fund
$4.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.3M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$865
Public Safety: $2.4M (33%)
0Public Works: $2.0M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.4M
Administration: $0.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.3100 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.1% YoYFreedom Score: 61.1 (C)• Adopted Sep 11, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Cuero
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Cuero (DeWitt County) totaling $6,912,524. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3175 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$6.9M
General Fund
$4.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.3M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$841
Public Safety: $2.3M (33%)
0Public Works: $2.0M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.4M
Administration: $0.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.31749 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 61.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 11, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Cuero
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Cuero (DeWitt County) totaling $6,702,079. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3495 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$6.7M
General Fund
$4.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.3M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$816
Public Safety: $2.2M (33%)
0Public Works: $1.9M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.4M
Administration: $0.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.3495 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$7.90M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.2MPer Capita: $962Tax Rate: $0.3050Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$7.65M(+7.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.0MPer Capita: $932Tax Rate: $0.30675Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$6.91M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.5MPer Capita: $841Tax Rate: $0.31749Freedom: 61.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$6.70M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $816Tax Rate: $0.3495Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$6.47M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $788Tax Rate: $0.36951Freedom: 61.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$6.29M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.1MPer Capita: $766Tax Rate: $0.375422Freedom: 61.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$6.11M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $744Tax Rate: $0.379552Freedom: 61.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$5.93M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.9MPer Capita: $722Tax Rate: $0.386384Freedom: 61.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$5.70M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.7MPer Capita: $694Tax Rate: $0.39218Freedom: 61.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$5.55M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.6MPer Capita: $675Tax Rate: $0.395317Freedom: 62 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$5.39M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.5MPer Capita: $656Tax Rate: $0.396108Freedom: 62.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$5.22M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.4MPer Capita: $636Tax Rate: $0.397296Freedom: 62.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$5.04M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.3MPer Capita: $613Tax Rate: $0.399282Freedom: 62.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$4.87M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $592Tax Rate: $0.40048Freedom: 62.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$4.70M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.1MPer Capita: $572Tax Rate: $0.399279Freedom: 62.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$4.56M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $555Tax Rate: $0.396883Freedom: 63 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$4.41M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.9MPer Capita: $536Tax Rate: $0.396883Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$4.23M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.8MPer Capita: $515Tax Rate: $0.396486Freedom: 63.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$4.08M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.7MPer Capita: $497Tax Rate: $0.394504Freedom: 63.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$3.96M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.6MPer Capita: $482Tax Rate: $0.398055Freedom: 63.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$3.81M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.5MPer Capita: $464Tax Rate: $0.396065Freedom: 64 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$3.68M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $448Tax Rate: $0.393689Freedom: 64.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$3.53M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $430Tax Rate: $0.39487Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$3.44M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $419Tax Rate: $0.398029Freedom: 64.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$3.34M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.2MPer Capita: $407Tax Rate: $0.400019Freedom: 64.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$3.24M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $395Tax Rate: $0.402019Freedom: 64.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$3.15M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $384Tax Rate: $0.400813Freedom: 64.8 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Ordinance No. 2026-20Budget • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance No. 2026-20Budget Amendment.pdf
Ordinance No. 2026-20Budget Amendment.pdf...
Ord. 2026-7 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Ordinance 2026-21, To Amend Chapter
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Ordinance 2026-21, To Amend Chapter...
Ord. 2026-10-12-11 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Resolution 2026-35 Utility Compliance25.61_MOU Adoption
Resolution 2026-35 Utility Compliance25.61_MOU Adoption...
Ord. 2026-10-12-10 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-35, Adopting Public
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-35, Adopting Public...
Ord. 2026-10-12-2 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Public Hearing To Consider A Request To Amend Chapter 9, Planning And
Public Hearing To Consider A Request To Amend Chapter 9, Planning And...
Ord. 2026-4 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance...
Ord. 2026-11 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance 2026-11, Amend Solid Waste/ Garbage Charge Rate Adjustment
Ordinance 2026-11, Amend Solid Waste/ Garbage Charge Rate Adjustment...
Ord. 2026-5 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance In Conflict Therewith Providing For An Effective Date
Ordinance In Conflict Therewith Providing For An Effective Date...
Ord. 2026-10 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance 2026-10, Water And Bulk Water Rate Adjustment Amendment
Ordinance 2026-10, Water And Bulk Water Rate Adjustment Amendment...
Ord. 2026-12 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance 2026-12, Amend Electric Rates
Enacted by City of Cuero in City of Cuero City Council - September 14, 2026 on 2026-09-14 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). Ordinance 2026-12, Amend Electric Rates...
Ord. 2026-13 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance 2026-13, Hauled Waste Fee Rate Adjustment Amendment
Ordinance 2026-13, Hauled Waste Fee Rate Adjustment Amendment...
Ordinance No. 2026-15 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance No. 2026-15 FY 2026-27 Budget.pdf
Ordinance No. 2026-15 FY 2026-27 Budget.pdf...
Ord. 2026-09-14-14 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Adoption Of Rules And Regulations For
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Adoption Of Rules And Regulations For...
Ord. 2026-4 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance...
Ordinance No. 2026-17Ad • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-17Ad Valorem Tax Rate.pdf
Ordinance No. 2026-17Ad Valorem Tax Rate.pdf...
Ordinance No. 2026-16 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance No. 2026-16 Property Tax Decrease.pdf
Ordinance No. 2026-16 Property Tax Decrease.pdf...
Ord. 2026-09-10-1 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM IS PRESENT BY THE CHAIRMAN.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM IS PRESENT BY THE CHAIRMAN....
Ord. 2026-08-25-4 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Action Docket: City of Cuero City Council - August 25, 2026
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of Cuero on 2026-08-25. Official agenda docket items for City of Cuero...
Ord. 2026-7 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance
Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance...
Ord. 2026-1 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Amending Proposed Tax Rate For
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Amending Proposed Tax Rate For...
Ord. 2026-16 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-13,
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-13,...
Ord. 2026-10 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-10,
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-10,...
Ordinance No. 2026-10 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Ordinance No. 2026-10 Water and Bulk Water Amendment.pdf
Ordinance No. 2026-10 Water and Bulk Water Amendment.pdf...
Ord. 2026-12 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-11,
Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-11,...
Ord. 2026-14 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-12,
Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-12,...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03
May 2025 City of Cuero Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 1,061 (19.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor
Emil Garza WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)Councilmember, Place 5
Charles Tounley WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)Councilmember, Place 2
Terry Glover WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)Councilmember, Place 4
Mitch Adams WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)Councilmember, Place 3
Tony Allen WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)Councilmember, Place 1
ShaNon Henson WINNER
100.0% (933 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,006 (18.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
57.0% (573 votes)David C. Morales
43.0% (433 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,061 (19.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
63.0% (668 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (393 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,173 (21.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
72.0% (845 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (328 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,508 (27.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
57.0% (860 votes)David C. Morales
43.0% (648 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,173 (21.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
66.0% (774 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
34.0% (399 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 950 (17.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
72.0% (684 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (266 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,452 (26.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
58.0% (842 votes)Michael R. Vance
42.0% (610 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 838 (15.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
68.0% (570 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
32.0% (268 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,006 (18.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
69.0% (694 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (312 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 950 (17.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
69.0% (656 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (294 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,229 (22.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
72.0% (885 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (344 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,229 (22.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
54.0% (664 votes)David C. Morales
46.0% (565 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,564 (28.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
60.0% (938 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (626 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,173 (21.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
68.0% (798 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (375 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,564 (28.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
62.0% (970 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (594 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,006 (18.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
55.0% (553 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
45.0% (453 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,173 (21.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
71.0% (833 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (340 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,620 (29.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
59.0% (956 votes)Michael R. Vance
41.0% (664 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,508 (27.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
71.0% (1,071 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (437 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,508 (27.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
56.0% (844 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (664 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,564 (28.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
58.0% (907 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
42.0% (657 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,341 (24.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
66.0% (885 votes)David C. Morales
34.0% (456 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 838 (15.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
63.0% (528 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
37.0% (310 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 City of Cuero Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 782 (14.0% of 5,586 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Emil Garza WINNER
60.0% (469 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (313 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (334)
Showing Top 25 • Search All Meeting Dockets →2026-10-12 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - October 12, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Public Hearing On The Proposed Actions Related To The City Of Cuero's11: Resolution 2026-35 Utility Compliance25.61_MOU Adoption3: Presentation And Recognitions6: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordiance 2026-8: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution No. 2026-34, Interlocal9: Resolution for fire hydrants 2026.pdf12: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-36, Awarding Bid For2: Public Hearing To Consider A Request To Amend Chapter 9, Planning And10: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-35, Adopting Public13: Resolution No. 2026-36 Friar Ag Bid Award.pdf14: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action Regarding The Investment Of Funds15: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action Regarding The Management And16: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Agreement With Golden Cresent17: Discuss, Consider And Action To Approve The Cuero Development Corporation's4: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance5: Ordinance No. 2026-20Budget Amendment.pdf7: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Ordinance 2026-21, To Amend Chapter2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - September 22, 2026
2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - September 14, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Public Hearing On The Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget For The City Of Cuero2: Public Hearing On The Proposed Tax Rate For FY 2026 -20273: Presentation And Recognitions9: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Second And Final Reading Of15: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action Regarding Proposal Submitted To DeWitt16: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action Regarding Possible Temporary Traffic14: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Adoption Of Rules And Regulations For10: Ordinance 2026-10, Water And Bulk Water Rate Adjustment Amendment11: Ordinance 2026-11, Amend Solid Waste/ Garbage Charge Rate Adjustment12: Ordinance 2026-12, Amend Electric Rates13: Ordinance 2026-13, Hauled Waste Fee Rate Adjustment Amendment4: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance5: Ordinance In Conflict Therewith Providing For An Effective Date6: Ordinance No. 2026-15 FY 2026-27 Budget.pdf7: Ordinance No. 2026-16 Property Tax Decrease.pdf8: Ordinance No. 2026-17Ad Valorem Tax Rate.pdf2026-09-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - September 10, 2026
2026-09-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - September 10, 2026
2026-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - September 09, 2026
2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - August 25, 2026
2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - August 24, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
2: Public Hearing For FY 2026-20273: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On Authorizing The Request For Bids For4: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-32, A Master Service5: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-32 INFOSEND AGREE.pdf6: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Resolution 2026-33, An Agreement1: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Amending Proposed Tax Rate For7: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordinance2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - August 10, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Presentation And Recognitions2: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Resolution No. 2026-30, Approving3: RESOLUTION NO 2026-30.pdf4: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Resolution No. 2026-31, For5: Resolution 2026-31 (C).pdf6: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-32, Authorizing The7: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Emergency Reading Of Ordiance 2026-19: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Set Time And Place For Public Hearing20: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Accepting Proposed Budget For Public22: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Request For Temporary Closing Of21: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Golf Fees Updates 202610: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-10,11: Ordinance No. 2026-10 Water and Bulk Water Amendment.pdf12: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-11,13: Ordinance No. 2026-11 Amend Solid Waste Collection Charge14: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-12,15: Ordinance No. 2026-12 Amend Electric Rates.pdf16: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-13,17: Ordinance No. 2026-13 Hauled Waste Fee Amendment.pdf18: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Accepting Proposed Tax Rate For Public8: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On First Reading Of Ordinance 2026-09,9: Ordinance No. 2026-09 Sewer and Wasetwater Amendment.pdf2026-08-03 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - August 03, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Consider, Discuss And Take Possible Action On Resolution No. 2026-29,2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - July 21, 2026
2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - July 13, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Presentation And Recognitions2: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-22, The Interlocal3: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-23, Revising The City Of4: Resolution and Finance Policy.pdf5: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-24, Authorizing Newly6: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-25, Authorizing7: Ordinance 2013-18; Authorizing The City Attorney And Special Counsel Davidson8: Ordinance; Declaring A Public Purpose; Incorporating Recitals; Providing For9: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-26, Authorizing And10: Resolution and Serv Agreement.pdf11: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-27, Authorizing And12: Resolution and SOW Exh A.pdf13: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-28, Authorizing And14: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On 2026 Hotel Motel Tax Funds Applications2026-06-29 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - June 29, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Reappointing Municipal Court2: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Reappointing Associate Municipal3: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-17, Municipal Court4: Resolution 2026-17 Municipal Court Judge Contract.pdf5: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-18, Associate6: Resolution 2026-18 Associate Judge Contract.pdf2026-06-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - June 08, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Certain Public Power Utilities: Competitve Matters Under Section 551.086 Texas2: A. Consider, Discuss, Deliberat, Vote and Take Final Action on competitive matter3: 1. Deliberate Regarding Economic Development Negotiations under Section 551.087(2)4: A. Consider and deliberate financial or other incentives to a business prospect2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - May 18, 2026
2026-05-11 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - May 11, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Presentation And Recognitions2: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On The Second Reading Of Resolution 2026-3: Resolution 2026-15 CDC Supercharger Proj.pdf4: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-16, Authorizing5: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Second And Final Reading On An8: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Third And Final Reading On10: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action To Approve A Charter Review Comission As11: Consider, Discuss And Take Action On The Applicaiton For Hotel Occupancy Tax7: Ordinance 2026-07 2 READING Tax Abatement Ordinance.pdf6: Ordinance 2026-07, Adopting Guidelines And Criteria For Tax Abatement In9: Ordinance 2026-04, Amendment To The Public Utility Contract With Texas2026-04-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - April 13, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Deliberation Regarding Real Property (§551.072 Govt. Code)2: A. Consider and deliberate 380 Agreement of real property owned by the City of3: 1. Deliberate regarding real property (§551.072 Govt. Code)4: A. Consider and deliberate the purchase, exchange and/or value of real property2026-03-09 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - March 09, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Presentation And Recognitions2: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-05, Authorizing And3: Resolution 2026-05 (C).pdf4: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-06, Authorizing The5: Resolution 2026-06 (C).pdf6: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-07, Electing To Become7: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-09, Keep Texas8: Resolution 2026-09 KTB Membership Agreement Approval.pdf9: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-10, Authorizing10: Resolution 2026-10 (C).pdf15: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action Request Of $106,800 From The Cemetary16: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action Regarding Proposed Modifications To14: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On First Reading On Ordinance 2026-04,13: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On Ordinance 2026-06, Renewing A11: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On An Ordinance 2026-05, Canceling12: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On An Ordinance 2026-08, Proposed2026-02-09 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - February 09, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-03, Revising The City Of2: RESOLUTION NO 2026-03 Investment policy.pdf4: RESOLUTION 2026-04 TASK.pdf5: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Request From Texas Hero Fest To6: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Extention Of Written Memorandum Of3: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-04, Task Order 62,7: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action To Amend The Membership Of The Board2026-01-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - January 21, 2026
2026-01-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - January 15, 2026
2026-01-12 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council - January 12, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Public Hearing On The Request For A Conditional Use Permit For Sale Of Alcohol2: Public Hearing On The Discussion And Citizen Input For The City Of Cuero's3: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On The Second And Final Reading Of8: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-01, Authorizing Newly9: Resolution No. 2026-01 Bank Signature Updates.pdf10: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Resolution 2026-02 Authorizing The11: RESOLUTION NO 2026-02 RFQ Friar Ag.pdf12: Discuss, Consider, And Possible Action To Approve The Cuero Development13: Discuss, Consider, And Possible Action On Directing And Authorizing The City16: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action On Funds From Wayne Addicks Estate17: Discuss, Consider And Possible Action Regarding The City Of Cuero’s Bat House6: Discuss , Consider, And Possible Action On An Ordinance 2026-01 Of The City5: Ordinance No. 2025-18 Zoning Change.pdf7: Ordinance No. 2026-01 Election ORDINANCE.pdf15: Discuss, Consider, And Possible Action On A Conditional Use Permit For Sale Of14: Ordinance Corrections.pdf4: Ordinance No. 2025-18, Amending Chapter 9, Planning And Development2025-12-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn6: Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2025-11-04 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn6: Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-10-07 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Cuero City Council Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions