During a recent government meeting, commissioners discussed updates on various site plans and personnel changes within the planning department. Notable projects currently under review include a tattoo studio at 504 Fow Road, a multifamily development named Dorado Multifamily, and a new animal shelter at 108 Cibolo Drive. Additionally, a gas station is proposed for the Cibolo Creek Center.

The meeting highlighted that there are no recently approved site plans, but several plats are under administrative review, including minor plats at 504 Fow Road, 304 South Main Street, and 102 Short Street. The commissioners also noted that the final plats for Homestead Cibolo units 1 and 2 were on the agenda for discussion.

Recent Planning and Zoning (P&Z) recommendations that received city council action included the old Wiederstein self-storage facility, which was tabled for further discussion at the upcoming October 15 meeting. Conversely, Buffalo Crossing 2 and Knights Crossing phase 2 received council approval during the September 24 meeting, along with Saddle Creek grama unit 9.

In personnel news, Kelsey, a key staff member, announced her resignation, with her last day set for October 18. Another resignation was also submitted, with the individual’s final day being October 25. Aaron Spencer, who previously managed the comprehensive sign program, has been appointed as the new assistant planning director, while the search for a new planning director is underway.

The meeting concluded with a discussion on communication preferences, indicating that inquiries can be directed to Aaron Spencer as the most senior member of the planning team moving forward.