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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Comal County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Canyon Lake Water Quality Protection
The county is preparing to spend $30 million in Texas Water Development Board financing (including $4.4 million in principal forgiveness) to buy land over the Edwards and Trinity aquifer recharge and contributing zones. A tiered scoring system and technical advisory committee will rank applications; the public can comment online through November 9 before adoption on November 19.
Canyon Juniper Ranch Wastewater Permit and Water Quality
A local resident raised concerns about wastewater effluent discharge from the Canyon Juniper Ranch development potentially impacting private wells and the Cow Creek aquifer.
Water Levels and Park Access
Canyon Lake is filling up fast, so expect some boat ramps and park areas to close soon because of high water. Take a minute to check the latest park status online before you head out this week.
Flood Damage Prevention Violation at 29905 Bulverde Lane
Heavy rainfall caused significant flooding across Comal County, leading to approximately 15 road closures and continuous monitoring by the Emergency Operations Center. County officials urged residents to monitor real-time road conditions and river flow data online before traveling.
Boil Water Notice
Heavy flooding in Comal County has triggered a boil water notice for Canyon Lake and Bulverde residents. You'll need to boil your tap water before drinking or using it for cooking to avoid getting sick.
Park Closures Due to Flooding
Planning a lake day? Several Canyon Lake parks are suddenly shutting down because floodwaters are rising fast, so double-check conditions before you pack up the car.
County Recycling Program Changes
County staff presented a comprehensive cost analysis of nine different recycling and mulching program options. Commissioners discussed the financial realities of single-stream recycling, high contamination rates, and potential alternatives like separating cardboard and aluminum.
Flood Control Dam Performance and Maintenance
The county approved a variance for the Eikel Blank Dam spillway to save over $2 million on rehabilitation costs while keeping federal funding on track.
Water Infrastructure Investment
Texas is eyeing a massive $6 billion plan to overhaul its water supply, which is going to shake up how Comal County manages its H2O and pays for utilities. Basically, get ready for some big changes in how our water flows and how much it costs.
Mulch and Brush Facility Operational Policy Updates
The court adopted new rules for the rural recycling facility that prohibit green waste bags and tie brush drop-off permissions directly to on-site mulch inventory levels to prevent fire hazards and improve mulch quality.
Quarry and Concrete Batch Plant Regulation
Comal County is urging state lawmakers to pass stricter notification rules and wider property line setbacks for quarries and batch plants to protect nearby landowners from heavy industrial impacts.