During the Boerne City Council meeting on June 24, 2025, significant discussions centered around two key ordinances aimed at enhancing city infrastructure and water management practices.

The council unanimously approved Ordinance Number 2025-07, which includes several contingencies related to urban planning and development. These contingencies cover essential aspects such as plan conformance, secondary access, deceleration lanes, directional signage, landscaping, HVAC systems, rainwater collection, and handicapped parking. This approval reflects the council's commitment to ensuring that new developments align with community standards and safety regulations.

In a separate agenda item, the council considered the first reading of Ordinance Number 2025-08, which amends the city's drought management plan. This update is primarily a response to requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA). The amendments aim to establish clearer criteria for initiating and terminating drought response stages, which are crucial for effective water conservation during shortages.

Andrea Snoffer, presenting the updates, emphasized that these changes are largely procedural and intended to enhance regulatory consistency. The ordinance now includes quantified targets for water use reductions during drought periods and designates a drought coordinator to oversee compliance. Additionally, the council reiterated its commitment to maintaining monthly water distribution levels without changes to the annual allotment from GBRA.

Councilman Scott raised concerns about whether the new modifications would trigger a shift to Stage 3 drought conditions, given current lake levels. However, it was clarified that the city's approach to drought stages is based on production capabilities rather than solely on lake levels, indicating that the city remains well-equipped to manage its water resources effectively.

Overall, the meeting underscored the council's proactive stance on urban development and environmental management, ensuring that Boerne is prepared for both growth and potential water shortages. The next steps will involve further discussions and potential adjustments to the drought management plan as the city continues to align with state regulations.