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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Garden Ridge, TX public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Strategic Plan Priorities
The council formally adopted the city's first Economic Development Policy, letting the City Manager process requests for economic development assistance.
FY27 Proposed Budget and Water Rates
The commission was scheduled to discuss the proposed FY27 budget and water rates, which will shape what residents pay for water in the coming fiscal year. It's a discussion item at this stage, with formal decisions to come later.
City Communication and Branding Policy
The city now has an official communication policy, branding guide, and crisis communications plan — only approved green logos may be used in official communications.
Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget and Property Tax Impact
The city manager previewed the FY2027 budget — general fund, water fund, capital projects — ahead of upcoming budget workshops. Property tax estimates show an average homestead paying roughly $1,840 in city taxes.
FY2026 budget amendment and FY2027 budget planning
Council amended the current-year budget by ordinance and got an early look at next year's budget, including estimated tax impacts. The average homestead's city property tax bill is estimated to hold steady at about $1,840 under the proposed FY2027 budget.
Seating of newly elected council members
The May 2 election results were set to be made official, seating Kelly Smith, Jim Hunter, and Brian Reyes on the council. Jim Hunter won a contested race against Jesús "Jesse" Valdez, and Brian Reyes defeated Chance Boughamer.