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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Schertz public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Urban SDK software for traffic counts
The Commission will consider buying Urban SDK software to run traffic counts. Better data could mean better-targeted safety fixes across the city.
Establishment of Donation and Sponsorship Evaluation Criteria
The committee is working on creating a transparent set of rules to decide how to handle future funding and sponsorship requests from community organizations.
Monthly Drainage Fee Increase
To fund vital infrastructure expansions like the CCMA south sewer plant and maintain aging water lines, the city is proposing an 8% water and sewer rate increase and a drainage fee increase from $8 to $11 per month.
Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendment
The council approved adjustments to the city budget to account for unexpected costs, land purchases, and grant-funded projects.
Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption Revenue Impact
City officials addressed the growing financial impact of state-mandated disabled veteran tax exemptions, which reduce city property tax revenues by millions while state aid remains capped.
First Quarter Financial Review and Annual Audit
City finance staff and outside auditors presented strong first-quarter revenue numbers and a clean annual audit report for fiscal year 2024-25, showing healthy general fund reserves and growing sales tax revenues.