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Toni Carter

Councilmember, District 1 (District 1)
City of New Braunfels

Elected Councilmember, District 1 for City of New Braunfels.

tcarter@newbraunfels.gov(618) 531-1935
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 39.8/100▲ +0.4 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #29289 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
38.1/100
Regulatory Restraint
38.2/100
Lone Dissents
7

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 3, 2025 General and Special Elections — City of New Braunfels (2025-05-03)
CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 1 (DISTRICT 1)
ELECTED / WON
TONI L. CARTER 51.2% (419 votes)
ANDRÉS CAMPOS 41.3% (338 votes)
GEORGE GREEN 7.5% (61 votes)
Early Voting: 260Election Day: 138Mail Ballots: 21

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
1745
Yes Votes
1512 (87%)
No / Dissenting Votes
16 (1%)
Abstentions
133

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful
#1VOTED: YES-9.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Barbarosa Road and Saur Lane to meet the existing and future needs of the City, in the event negotiations are unsuccessful: a. a 0.4592-acre ROW and 0.158-acre Utility Easement out of the Antonio Maria Esnaurizar Survey, Abstract 20, Guadalupe County, Texas, out
#2VOTED: YES-9.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2026-07-27
Approval of a resolution giving consent to the issuance of Contract Revenue Bonds (Road Facilities), Series 2026, by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3 Master District (Mayfair).
#3VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-09-28
Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the City of New Braunfels, Texas combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation, series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax and pledging certain surplus revenues in support
#4VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Barbarosa Road and Saur Lane to meet the existing and future needs of the City, in the event negotiations are unsuccessful: a. a 0.4592-acre ROW and 0.158-acre Ut
#5VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of New Braunfels, Texas Tax Notes, Series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax in support of the notes; awarding the sale of the notes; approving an official statement, a paying agent/registrar agreement and other agreements relating to the sale and issuance of the notes; and ordaining other matters relating to the issuance of the notes.
“In Favor”
#6VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution authorizing proceeding with issuance of Certificates of Obligations and further directing the publication of Notice of Intention to issue City of New Braunfels, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026.
“In Favor”
#7VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-05-11
Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of “City of New Braunfels, Texas, Utility System Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2026A (Texas Water Development Board - Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line Replacement Program)”; Pledging the Net Revenues of the City’s Waterworks, Sanitary Sewer and Electric Light and Power Systems to the Payment of the Principa
#8VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-08
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Kohlenberg Road t
#9VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-09-08
Public hearing on the FY 2023 Operating Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
#10VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-11
Discuss and consider possible action regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and the proposed 2022 tax rate and announce public hearings.
#11VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (4-2)
2026-09-28
Approval of a resolution giving consent to the issuance of Unlimited Tax Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1A, Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1D, and Unlimited Tax Road Bonds by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 1F.
#12VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution authorizing proceeding with issuance of Certificates of Obligations and further directing the publication of Notice of Intention to issue City of New Braunfels, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026.
#13VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and consider approval of the second reading of an ordinance adopting the 2026 ad valorem tax rates.
#14VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-09
Discuss and consider possible action regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and the proposed 2022 tax rate and announce public hearings.
#15VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-08
Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of City of New Braunfels, Texas General Obligation Bonds, Levying of An Ad Valorem Tax in support of The Bonds; Approving a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement, an Official Statement, and
#16VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-08
Discuss and Consider approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of City of New Braunfels, Texas Tax Notes, Series 2022; Authorizing the levy of an ad valorem tax in support of the notes; approving a paying agent/registrar agreement, an official sta
#17VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Barbarosa Road an
#18VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of New Braunfels, Texas Tax Notes, Series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax in support of the notes; awarding the sale of the notes; approving an official statement, a paying
#19VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Discuss and consider scheduling the public hearings on the 2026 tax rate and the FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
#20VOTED: YES-8.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Kohlenberg Road t
#21VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-15
Discuss and consider possible action regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and the proposed 2022 tax rate and announce public hearings.
#22VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-06-27
Approval of a preliminary design contract for the Faust Street / Nacogdoches Avenue Drainage Improvements project under consideration for the proposed 2023 Bond.
#23VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-05-02
Presentation, discussion, and possible action for the approval of projects to take forward to preliminary design for the proposed 2023 Bond.
#24VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-10
Discuss and consider approval of the first reading of an ordinance adopting the FY 2027 Operating Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
#25VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-17
Presentation and discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and the 2026 No New Revenue and Voter Approval tax rate.
#26VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-05-11
Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of “City of New Braunfels, Texas, Utility System Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2026”; Pledging the Net Revenues of the City’s Waterworks, Sanitary Sewer and Electric Light and Power Systems to the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on Said Bonds; Enacting Provisions Incident and Related to the Issuance, Payment, Sec
#27VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-10
Discuss and consider approval of the first reading of an ordinance adopting the 2026 ad valorem tax rates.
#28VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-07-27
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution authorizing proceeding with issuance of Certificates of Obligations and further directing the publication of Notice of Intention to issue City of New Braunfels, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates o
#29VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-06-27
Approval of a budget amendment in the 2007, 2012, 2015, 2018 Certificates of Obligation Funds and the 2019 Bond Fund.
#30VOTED: YES-8.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-10
Discuss and consider approval of the first reading of an ordinance adopting the FY 2027 Operating Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
“In Favor”
#31VOTED: YES-8.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-10
Discuss and consider approval of the first reading of an ordinance adopting the 2026 ad valorem tax rates.
“In Favor”
#32VOTED: YES-8.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-09-08
Public hearing on the proposed tax rate for the City of New Braunfels for tax year 2022 and announce the meeting date and time of adoption.
#33VOTED: YES-8.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of New Braunfels, Texas Tax Notes, Series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax in support of the notes; awarding the sale of the notes; approving an official statement, a paying agent/registrar agreement and other agreements relating to the sale and issuance of the notes; and ordaining other matters relating to the issuance of the notes.
#34VOTED: YES-8.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Discuss and consider scheduling the public hearings on the 2026 tax rate and the FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
“In Favor”
#35VOTED: YES-8.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2025-12-08
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Kohlenberg Road to meet the existing and future needs of the City, in the event negotiations are unsuccessful: a. Property owned by The Estate of Frederick Frueho
#36VOTED: YES-8.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-28
Discuss and consider the approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the City of New Braunfels, Texas combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation, series 2026; levying an ad valorem tax and pledging certain surplus revenues in support of the certificates; awarding the sale of the certificates; approving an official statement, a paying agent/registrar agreement and other agreeme
#37VOTED: NO-8.4 Score Impact • Opposed ReformOutcome: PASSED (4-1)
2026-04-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC on behalf of Farmers Mutual Fire, Leslie Lammers and Tom Tumlinson, Melvin Nolte, Jr, Chad L. Nolte, Sandra J. Nolte, Comal Properties, LLC, and Qdream, LLC, to rezone approximately 2.112 acres out of City Blocks 2004, 2007, and 2014, from C-2 (General Business District), M-1 (Light Industrial Distric
#38VOTED: YES-8.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-08-08
Presentation and discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services and the 2022 No New Revenue and Voter Approval tax rates.
#39VOTED: NO+8.3 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (4-1)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
#40VOTED: NO+8.3 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (4-1)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
#41VOTED: NO+8.1 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (4-3)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider approval of a Resolution recommending the New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) Board of Directors exempt capital impact and recovery fees - per the NBU Impact Fee Waiver Policy - in an amount up to $500,000 for the Park at Dogwood, a qualified affordable housing project in the City of New Braunfels.
“Opposed”
#42VOTED: YES-8.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-28
Flocktober
#43VOTED: NO-8.0 Score Impact • Opposed ReformOutcome: PASSED (4-3)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider approval of a Resolution recommending the New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) Board of Directors exempt capital impact and recovery fees - per the NBU Impact Fee Waiver Policy - in an amount up to $500,000 for the Park at Dogwood, a qualified affordable housing project in the City of New Braunfels.
#44VOTED: NO+8.0 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (4-3)
2026-08-10
Discusss and consider approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Elevate Permit Group, on behalf of Jeremy Coburn, to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of City Block 5092, southwest part of Lot 29, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 256 East Austin Street.
#45VOTED: NO-7.9 Score Impact • Opposed ReformOutcome: PASSED (4-3)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6, and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage destinations and triggers; clarify definitions and related provisions; repeal conflicting ordinance; provide a savings clause; and establish an effective date.
“Opposed”
#46VOTED: NO+7.9 Score Impact • Pro-Liberty Dissent (Opposed Overreach)Outcome: PASSED (4-3)
2026-08-10
Discusss and consider approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Elevate Permit Group, on behalf of Jeremy Coburn, to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of City Block 5092, southwest part of Lot 29, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 256 East Austin Street.
“Opposed”
#47VOTED: YES-7.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-1)
2026-09-28
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance Number 2015-18 by modifying the New Braunfels Downtown Board’s purpose and adopting revised Bylaws.
#48VOTED: YES+7.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-1)
2026-09-28
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance Number 2015-18 by modifying the New Braunfels Downtown Board’s purpose and adopting revised Bylaws.
“In Favor”
#49VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-28
Approval of a resolution setting a public hearing to be held during the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider approval to update the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, including land use assumptions and the capital improvements plan.
“In Favor”
#50VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-28
Approval of a resolution setting a public hearing to be held during the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider approval to update the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, including land use assumptions and the capital imp
#51VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-14
Presentation and discussion on the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, Land Use Assumptions and Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan
#52VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-14
Approval of a recommendation by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board awarding a Business Improvement and Preservation Grant to Schwarzen Walfisch, LP in an amount up to $9,255.38 for a roof repair at 367 Main Plaza.
“In Favor”
#53VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-14
Approval of a recommendation by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board awarding a Business Improvement and Preservation Grant to Schwarzen Walfisch, LP in an amount up to $9,255.38 for a roof repair at 367 Main Plaza.
#54VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-05-26
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance, of the City Council of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, accepting and approving the 2026 Amended and Restated Service and Assessment Plan and Updated Assessment Roll for the Solms Landing Public Improvement District; making and adopting findings; providing a cumulative repealer clause; and providing an effective date.
#55VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of a recommendation by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board awarding Business Improvement and Preservation Grants to Bootleggers Pizza Parlor in an amount up to $2,767.66 and to Red Stag in an amount up to $17,000.
#56VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of a recommendation by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board awarding Business Improvement and Preservation Grants to Bootleggers Pizza Parlor in an amount up to $2,767.66 and to Red Stag in an amount up to $17,000.
#57VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance in consideration of the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) assessment; approving the service plan for the district; authorizing an agreement between the City , The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc., and the New Braunfels Tourism Public Improvement District Corporation regarding the management of the district; and approp
#58VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance in consideration of the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) assessment; approving the service plan for the district; authorizing an agreement between the City , The Greater New Braunfels Cham
#59VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and approval of the first reading of an ordinance in consideration of the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) assessment; approving the service plan for the district; authorizing an agreement between the City , The Greater New Braunf
#60VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and approval of a resolution to authorize the creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID).
#61VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and approval of a resolution to authorize the creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID).
#62VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed D
#63VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (“River Mill”), naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
#64VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
#65VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing t
#66VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (“River Mill”), naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing
#67VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
#68VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-26
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee in compliance with S.B. 1883.
#69VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-26
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee in compliance with S.B. 1883.
#70VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-26
Approval of the appointments on the Water & Wastewater Impact Fee Advisory Committee of Garrett Mechler, Mark Gibson, and Hayden Fowlkes for three seats with terms expiring 11-30-2027, Michael Meek and Amber Brown for two seats with terms expiring 11-30-28.
#71VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (“River Mill”), naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing
#72VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing t
#73VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing te
#74VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-01-20
Discuss and consider possible action adopting modifications to the City’s Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Policy.
#75VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership criteria and composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee to comply with S.B. 1883.
#76VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership criteria and composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee to comply with S.B. 1883.
#77VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-24
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership criteria and composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee to comply with S.B. 1883.
#78VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-24
Approval of the format and content of the proposed petition and service plan for the potential creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District as authorized by Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code.
#79VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Presentation, discussion, and possible direction on proposed ordinance amendments concerning the composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee and Water & Wastewater Impact Fee Advisory Committee as required by Senate Bill 1883
#80VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-10
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance designating a geographic area within the City of New Braunfels as a reinvestment zone for tax increment financing purposes pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code to be known as Tax Increment
#81VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2024-06-17
Presentation and discussion on a proposed Economic Development incentive for the Top Golf project.
#82VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-04-25
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance establishing the initial membership of the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Three (TIRZ Number Three) Board, establishing terms, and naming a chairperson.
#83VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-10-12
Discuss and consider a second and final reading of an Ordinance amending Ordinance Number 2015-18 by modifying the New Braunfels Downtown Board’s purpose and adopting revised Bylaws.
#84VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-2)
2026-09-28
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Sun Communities Operating Limited Partnership, on behalf of Sun Silver Star LLC d/b/a Sun Retreats Texas Hill Country, to rezone approximately 11.44 acres out of the Yogi Bears Jellystone Park, Block 1, Lot 2, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use overlay to allow manufactured homes), currently addressed at 141 Rueckle Road.
“In Favor”
#85VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-09-28
Approval of a resolution setting a public hearing to be held during the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 26, 2026, to consider approval to update the City of New Braunfels Roadway Impact Fee Study, including land use assumptions and the capital imp
#86VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-09-28
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance establishing the number of positions in each classification in the New Braunfels Fire Department and Police Department pursuant to Local Government Code, Chapter 143.
#87VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-2)
2026-09-28
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Sun Communities Operating Limited Partnership, on behalf of Sun Silver Star LLC d/b/a Sun Retreats Texas Hill Country, to rezone approximately 11.44 acres out of the Yogi Bears Jellystone Park, Block 1, Lot 2, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use overlay to allow manufactured homes), currently addressed at 141 Rueckle Road.
#88VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-09-28
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 and Section 126-369 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to establish prohibited parking and loading zones on Zipp Road, Klein Meadows, and Legend Pond.
#89VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-08-24
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Will Baker of Awe Be Ltd., to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of the Starlight Terrace Subdivision Unit 1, Block 2, Lot 9, from M-1 (Light Industrial District) to R-2A (Single-Family a
#90VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-24
Presentation and possible direction to staff to amend the City’s Code of Ordinances regarding data centers.
#91VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Miles Payne, on behalf of Samantha Richards, Executor of the Estate of John William Turner, to rezone approximately 2 acres out of City Block 3022, from M-1 (Light Industrial District) to M-1 SUP (Light Industrial District with a Special Use Permit for one residence with an allowance for short term rental), currently addressed at 474 North Guenther Avenue.
#92VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Miles Payne, on behalf of Samantha Richards, Executor of the Estate of John William Turner, to rezone approximately 2 acres out of City Block 3022, from M-1 (Light Industrial District) to M-1
#93VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2026-07-23
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#94VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 126, Sec. 126-381(b), related to the river area parking zones by adding exceptions to enforcement for disabled parking plates and placards.
#95VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance requested by KB Homes and Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC, on behalf of Alice Schwanz, to rezone approximately 38 acres out of the R Perez Survey 28, Abstract 460, and the J Stark Survey 277, Abstract 530
#96VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances Section 118-46(y) Traffic Impact Analysis.
#97VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-23
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#98VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to restrict parking on Willowbrook.
#99VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-132 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to lower the speed limit in the residential area bounded by Wood Road, Walnut Avenue, and Loop 337.
#100VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Sections 2-101 and 2-102, and Chapter 130-406, changing the membership criteria and composition of the Water/Wastewater Impact Fee Advisory Committee to comply with S.B. 1883.
#101VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, at the request of Walmart Stores East, LP (Joe Frederick) on behalf of Frederick Frueholz, Jr. Estate (Joe H. Tays), regarding the proposed rezoning of approximately 72.097 acres out of the A.M. Es
#102VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Presentation and discussion on proposed amendments to the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances to update Traffic Impact Analysis fees and requirements.
#103VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 126, Sec. 126-355 (c), related to the downtown parking zone by adding exceptions to enforcement.
#104VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-10
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 14, Section 14-27, International Building Code, and Sec. 14-29-International Residential Code of the City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, pertaining to fence regulations.
#105VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-10
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#106VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2025-06-03
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#107VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (8-0)
2024-06-17
Presentation and discussion on proposed modifications to solid waste services and proposed ordinance amendments.
#108VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-11-28
Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance to install an all-way stop at the intersection of Pahmeyer Road and Rain Dance.
#109VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-11-28
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance making amendments to Chapter 58 “Floods” of the City’s Code of Ordinances
#110VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-11-28
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#111VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-06-27
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#112VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-06-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance regarding the proposed rezoning from “R-2” Single and Two-Family District to “M-2A” Heavy Industrial District with a Special Use to allow outdoor music adjacent to residential zoning and land uses on approx
#113VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-04-25
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance regarding the proposed rezoning of approximately 10.57 acres out of the A.M. Esnaurizar League Grant from “R-2” Single-Family and Two-Family District to “C-1A” Neighborhood Business District located at the
#114VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2021-11-22
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#115VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-09-28
Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Division 7, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels revising drought stage designations and triggers and clarifying other provisions; resolv
#116VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-09-28
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#117VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Miles Payne, on behalf of Samantha Richards, Executor of the Estate of John William Turner, to rezone approximately 2 acres out of City Block 3022, from M-1 (Light Industrial District) to M-1 SUP (Light Industrial District with a Special Use Permit for one residence with an allowance for short term rental), currently addressed at 474 North Guenther Avenue.
“In Favor”
#118VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-1)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Elevate Permit Group, on behalf of Jeremy Coburn, to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of City Block 5092, southwest part of Lot 29, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 256 East Austin Street.
“In Favor”
#119VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Elevate Permit Group, on behalf of Jeremy Coburn, to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of City Block 5092, southwest part of Lot 29, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C
#120VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Will Baker of Awe Be Ltd., to rezone approximately 0.3 of an acre out of the Starlight Terrace Subdivision Unit 1, Block 2, Lot 9, from M-1 (Light Industrial District) to R-2A (Single-Family and Two-Family District), currently addressed at 1038 and 1042 Seidel Street.
“In Favor”
#121VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-07-13
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#122VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-05-11
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Nicolas Vargas, to rezone approximately 0.25 of an acre out of the City Block Subdivision 1073, Lot 11, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use Permit to allow a Short-Term Rental of a Residence), currently addressed at 182 Perryman Street.
#123VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance, in accordance with adopted agreements with the property owner, to annex for limited purposes Lots 1, 2, and 900, Block 2, Mayfair - South Ransom Commercial Subdivision, consisting of approximately 10 acres.
#124VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 86, Section 86-4 to prohibit public entry to the Comal River Old Channel from City owned property.
#125VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance updating Section 86-3, “Rules and Regulations for Control of Park and Recreation Areas” of the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances authorizing the city manager to set operating hours for city parks facilities and park concessions.
#126VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Tarrah Stewart, on behalf of Allen and Jillian Beck, to rezone approximately 0.2 of an acre out of City Block 4045, Lot 10, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commerc
#127VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance abandoning a 0.302-acre portion of right-of-way for a water lane, located between West San Antonio Street and Loop 337.
#128VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to City Council, requested by Henry Espinoza, to rezone approximately 2.3 acres out of the AM Esnaurizar Survey, Abstract 20, from APD AH (Agricultural/Pre-Development, Airport Hazard Overlay District) to M-1A AH (Light Industrial, Airport Hazard Overlay District), currently addressed at 1752 and 1756 Saur Lane.
#129VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-03-09
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#130VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Mark Mott, on behalf of MLM Trust, to rezone approximately 0.73 of an acre out of the Koehler Subdivision, Lot 1B, from APD (Agricultural/Pre-Development District) to M-1A (Light Industrial Di
#131VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend the City’s Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66 Historic Preservation, Section 66-57.1, Incentives.
#132VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the appointment of James Tipton and Greg Latimer for the two (2) seats on the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee with terms expiring 5-31-2028 and David Speicher with a term expiring 5-31-2027.
#133VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance to amend the City’s Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66 Historic Preservation, Section 66-57.1, Incentives.
#134VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-26
Approval of an escrow deposit in the amount of $109,056.24 in lieu of sidewalk construction along Loop 337 with the development of Lot 1, Perron Business Park Subdivision.
#135VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-12
Approval of the resolutions for the Arts Commission’s recommendations for allocating hotel occupancy tax grant funds to community art organizations and authorizing the City Manager to execute related grant award contracts.
#136VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-01-12
Approval of the resolutions for the Heritage Commission’s recommendations for allocating hotel occupancy tax grant funds to community heritage organizations and authorizing the City Manager to execute related grant award contracts.
#137VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2025-12-08
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance, in accordance with adopted agreements with the property owner, to annex for limited purposes Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, Mayfair - North Ransom Commercial Subdivision, consisting of approximately 25 acres.
#138VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-17
ORDINANCES
#139VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2025-11-10
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance regarding a proposed rezoning requested by James Ingalls of INK Civil, on behalf of Audrey Raley of HAW Properties 1863, LLC, of approximately 0.75 of an acre out of the L. Salinas Survey No. 458 Ab
#140VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-06-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance regarding the proposed rezoning to apply a Special Use Permit to allow short-term rental of a single-family residence in the "C-3" Commercial District addressed at 730 S. Mesquite Avenue.
#141VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-05-09
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#142VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2022-03-28
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#143VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2021-12-13
Ordinances (In accordance with Section 3.10 of the City Charter, a descriptive caption of each ordinance shall be read on two separate days.)
#144VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-10-12
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance establishing the number of positions in each classification in the New Braunfels Fire Department and Police Department pursuant to Local Government Code, Chapter 143.
#145VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-08-24
Discuss and consider the second reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to prohibit parking on both sides of Divine Way from the intersection with Fayette Drive southwesterly and northeasterl
#146VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-08-10
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to prohibit parking on both sides of Divine Way from the intersection with Fayette Drive southwesterly for approximately 165 f
#147VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-10
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Pamela Johnson, granting the historic rehabilitation tax incentive for a period of 10 years for the property at 941 Lee Street, a locally designated historic landmark.
#148VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (3-0)
2026-08-10
Discuss and consider the first reading amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6 and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage destinations and triggers; clarify defini
#149VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-27
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, in accordance with adopted agreements with the property owner, to annex for limited purposes Lots 1, 2, and 900, Block 2, Mayfair - South Ransom Commercial Subdivision, consisting of approximately 10 acres.
#150VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of a resolution suspending for 45 days the effective date of the gas utility rate increase under the Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program proposed by CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., d/b/a CenterPoint Energy Entex and CenterPoint Energy Texas Gas - South Texas Division; and authorizing the City’s continued participation in the Alliance of CenterPoint Municipalities.
#151VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (5-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances Section 118-46(y) Traffic Impact Analysis.
#152VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and Consider a Resolution authorizing acquisition, by use of the Power of Eminent Domain, of a 0.7402-Acre Permanent Utility Easement Out of the A.M. Esnaurizar Survey, Abstract 98, Comal County, Texas, Being All of Lot 8, Block 4, Resubdivision o
#153VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and consider approval of the second reading of an ordinance adopting the 2026 ad valorem tax rates.
#154VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and consider approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance adopting the FY 2027 Operating Budget and Plan of Municipal Services.
#155VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and consider a resolution of the City of New Braunfels ratifying the increase in revenue generated by the 2026 property tax rate included in the FY 2027 Annual Budget.
#156VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Approval of a recommendation by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board awarding a Business Improvement and Preservation Grant to Schwarzen Walfisch, LP in an amount up to $9,255.38 for a roof repair at 367 Main Plaza.
#157VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Patrick W. Christensen, on behalf of Karma Enterprises NB LLC, to rezone approximately 2.7 acres out of the Bentwood Commercial Unit Three, Lot 3, from APD SUP (Agricultural/Pre-develo
#158VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-14
Discuss and consider approval of a Resolution recommending the New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) Board of Directors exempt capital impact and recovery fees - per the NBU Impact Fee Waiver Policy - in an amount up to $500,000, for the Park at Dogwood, a qualif
#159VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-06-08
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings by New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) for the acquisition of easements that are necessary to advance and achieve the public use
#160VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-06-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, of the City Council of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, accepting and approving an Annual Service Plan Update to the Service and Assessment Plan and updated Assessment Roll for the Solms Landing Public Improvement District; making and adopting findings; providing a cumulative repealer clause; and providing an effective date.
#161VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-06-08
Approval of the Roadway Impact Fee report for the period April 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025 as recommended by the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee
#162VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-06-08
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, of the City Council of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, accepting and approving an Annual Service Plan Update to the Service and Assessment Plan and updated Assessment Roll for the Solms Landing P
#163VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-05-26
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance, of the City Council of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, accepting and approving the 2026 Amended and Restated Service and Assessment Plan and Updated Assessment Roll for the Solms Landing Public Improvement District; making and adopting findings; providing a cumulative repealer clause; and providing an effective date.
“In Favor”
#164VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-05-26
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance requested by Maria Chavez of approximately 0.2 of an acre out of the City Block Subdivision 1072, Lot 10, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use Permit to allow a Short-Term Rental of a Residence), currently addressed at 284 Perryman Street.
“Opposed”
#165VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-05-26
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance requested by Paul Paniagua of approximately 0.3 of an acre out of the City Block Subdivision 3007, Lot 4, from C-2 (General Business District) to C-2 SUP (General Business District with a Special Use Permit to allow a Short-Term Rental of a Residence), currently addressed at 1258 West San Antonio Street.
“Opposed”
#166VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-05-11
Approval of a resolution giving consent to the issuance of Contract Revenue Bonds (Water, Sewer, and Drainage Facilities), Series 2026, by Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3 Master District.
“In Favor”
#167VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-04-27
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Monica Mason, on behalf of Brett Baer, to rezone approximately 0.2 of an acre out of the City Block Subdivision 5068, Lot 5, from R-3 (Multifamily District) to R-3 SUP (Multifamily District with a Special Use Permit to allow a Short-Term Rental of a Residence), currently addressed at 226 North Liberty Avenue.
“In Favor”
#168VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance in consideration of the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) assessment; approving the service plan for the district; authorizing an agreement between the City , The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc., and the New Braunfels Tourism Public Improvement District Corporation regarding the management of the district; and appropriating $320,000 in revenue to the district for 2026; and amending the FY 2026 Adopted Budget to cre
“In Favor”
#169VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-04-13
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance, in accordance with adopted agreements with the property owner, to annex for limited purposes Lots 1, 2, and 900, Block 2, Mayfair - South Ransom Commercial Subdivision, consisting of approximately 10 acres.
“In Favor”
#170VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and approval of a resolution to authorize the creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID).
“In Favor”
#171VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Tarrah Stewart, on behalf of Allen and Jillian Beck, to rezone approximately 0.2 of an acre out of City Block 4045, Lot 10, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a Residence), currently addressed at 1329 Jackson Street.
“In Favor”
#172VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: FAILED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance requested by KB Homes and Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC, on behalf of Alice Schwanz, to rezone approximately 38 acres out of the R Perez Survey 28, Abstract 460, and the J Stark Survey 277, Abstract 530, from R-1 (Single Family District) and APD (Agricultural/Pre-Development District) to R-1A-6.6 (Single Family Residential District), located northwest of the property currently addressed at 2815 State Highway 46 West.
“Opposed”
#173VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 126, Sec. 126-381(b), related to the river area parking zones by adding exceptions to enforcement for disabled parking plates and placards.
“In Favor”
#174VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance abandoning a 0.302-acre portion of right-of-way for a water lane, located between West San Antonio Street and Loop 337.
“In Favor”
#175VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-23
Approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 86, Section 86-4 to prohibit public entry to the Comal River Old Channel from City owned property.
“In Favor”
#176VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-03-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with The New Braunfels Hotel Company
#177VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-03-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with The New Braunfels Hotel Company
#178VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with The New Braunfels Hotel Company
“Absent”
#179VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-03-09
Discuss and possible action approving the petitions received and validated for the potential creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) as authorized by Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code and announce the dates and times of the public hearings.
“Absent”
#180VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-03-09
Discuss and possible action approving the petitions received and validated for the potential creation of a Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) as authorized by Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code and announce the dates and times of the p
#181VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-03-09
Approval of the second and final reading an ordinance, requested by Colum Malcolmson, on behalf of Gladys Timmermann Koepp & Cheryl Timmermann Fonda, to rezone approximately 4 acres out of the Timmermann Subdivision, Lots AAR & ABR, from R-2 AH (Single-Fa
#182VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (2-0)
2026-03-09
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance, requested by Mark Mott, on behalf of MLM Trust, to rezone approximately 0.73 of an acre out of the Koehler Subdivision, Lot 1B, from APD (Agricultural/Pre-Development District) to M-1A (Light Indus
#183VOTED: ABSENT0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (4-0)
2026-03-09
Approval of the second and final reading an ordinance, requested by Colum Malcolmson, on behalf of Gladys Timmermann Koepp & Cheryl Timmermann Fonda, to rezone approximately 4 acres out of the Timmermann Subdivision, Lots AAR & ABR, from R-2 AH (Single-Family and Two-Family Airport Hazard Overlay District) to M-1A AH (Light Industrial Airport Hazard Overlay District), currently addressed at 1239 B
#184VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the appointment of James Tipton and Greg Latimer for the two (2) seats on the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee with terms expiring 5-31-2028 and David Speicher with a term expiring 5-31-2027.
“In Favor”
#185VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-23
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Mark Mott, on behalf of MLM Trust, to rezone approximately 0.73 of an acre out of the Koehler Subdivision, Lot 1B, from APD (Agricultural/Pre-Development District) to M-1A (Light Industrial District), currently addressed at 190 Old Engel Road.
“In Favor”
#186VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend the City’s Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66 Historic Preservation, Section 66-57.1, Incentives.
“In Favor”
#187VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-23
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance to amend Section 126-346 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of New Braunfels to restrict parking on Willowbrook.
“In Favor”
#188VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider approval of a resolution of the City of New Braunfels, Texas, authorizing the use of eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of right-of-way that is necessary to advance and achieve the public use of improving Kohlenberg Road to meet the existing and future needs of the City, in the event negotiations are unsuccessful: a. Property owned by Lynn K. Wohlfahrt, a 1.034 Acre (45,040 square foot) tract of land and a in the A.M. Esnaurizar Survey No. 98, of Comal County, Te
“In Favor”
#189VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-09
Discuss and consider the approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“Opposed”
#190VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“In Favor”
#191VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Chapter 100-20, changing the membership composition of the Roadway Impact Fee Advisory Committee in compliance with S.B. 1883.
“In Favor”
#192VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-02-09
Approval of a second and final reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (“River Mill”), naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“In Favor”
#193VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five - West End, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“Opposed”
#194VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (“River Mill”), naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“In Favor”
#195VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance appointing the initial Board of Directors to the City of New Braunfels Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four - Zipp Park, naming the place designations of the appointed Directors, establishing term dates, and declaring an effective date.
“In Favor”
#196VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-26
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, requested by Vincent Huebinger of Vincent Gerard & Assoc. Inc, to rezone approximately 0.1 of an acre out of the Oak Run School 2 Subdivision, Block 1, Lot 2B, from R-1 (Single-Family District) to R-1 SUP (Single Family District with a Special Use Permit to allow a Telecommunications Tower), currently addressed at 2212 Alyssa Way.
“In Favor”
#197VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-26
Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance, at the request of Chad Fletcher, to rezone approximately 0.2 of an acre out of the Baus Addition Subdivision, Block D, East part of Lots 1 & 2, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 385 West Faust Street.
“Opposed”
#198VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-12
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, at the request of Chad Fletcher, to rezone approximately 0.2 of an acre out of the Baus Addition Subdivision, Block D, East part of Lots 1 & 2, from C-3 (Commercial District) to C-3 SUP (Commercial District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 385 West Faust Street.
“Opposed”
#199VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-12
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, at the request of Simms Samonte, on behalf of RBHP Texas, LLC, to rezone approximately 0.18 of an acre out of City Block 5103, West portion of Lot 23, from R-2 (Single-Family and Two-Family District) to C-O SUP (Commercial Office District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 160 East Klingemann Street.
“In Favor”
#200VOTED: ABSTAIN0.0 Score Impact • ProceduralOutcome: PASSED (0-0)
2026-01-12
Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance, at the request of Phong Tien Nguyen, to rezone approximately 0.7 of an acre out of the A M Esnaurizar Survey, Abstract 1, from C-3 AH (Commercial, Airport Hazard Overlay District) to C-3 AH SUP (Commercial, Airport Hazard Overlay District with a Special Use Permit to allow Short Term Rental of a residence), currently addressed at 1092 State Highway 46 South.
“Opposed”