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Public comments (49)

OpposedApril RogersSep 28, 2026

Expressed strong opposition to the Rueckle Road manufactured home rezoning, arguing it sets a bad precedent and harms neighborhood investments.

City Council — September 28, 2026 · 3:51:45 →
OpposedJohn WachterSep 28, 2026

Urged the council to vote against the Rueckle Road rezoning to prevent unpermitted mobile homes from establishing a precedent.

City Council — September 28, 2026 · 4:04:01 →
OpposedCurtis YankeeSep 28, 2026

Questioned the applicant's timeline and permitting process for the Rueckle Road manufactured homes, urging denial of the rezoning.

City Council — September 28, 2026 · 4:00:00 →
OpposedCatherine WachterSep 28, 2026

Opposed the Rueckle Road manufactured home rezoning, questioning maintenance and expressing concern over HUD rentals next to Highland Grove.

City Council — September 28, 2026 · 3:55:30 →
ConcernedEsther SandovalSep 14, 2026

Spoke about board and commission appointments, urging council to broaden the applicant pool, announce term expirations publicly, and avoid automatically reappointing incumbents.

City Council — September 14, 2026 · 26:26 →
SupportivePatrick W. ChristensenAug 4, 2026

Representing the property owners, explained that the 2016 restrictions were too narrow and made it impossible to fully lease the shopping center.

Planning Commission — August 4, 2026 · 41:14 →
ConcernedWayne PetersJul 27, 2026

Stressed the importance of preserving railroad quiet zones and questioned proceeding with rezoning before access is secured.

City Council — July 27, 2026 · 2:11:27 →
OpposedRebecca McCoyJun 2, 2026

Opposed the project, emphasizing the negative impact of short-term rentals on neighborhood safety and stability.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:31:26 →
ConcernedRobbie WillJun 2, 2026

Raised questions about drainage, traffic studies, and the impact on the neighborhood.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:18:13 →
OpposedShawna BraceJun 2, 2026

Opposed the project due to existing traffic safety issues and lack of infrastructure.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:21:34 →
OpposedMarla SamoskiJun 2, 2026

Opposed the project due to privacy concerns and traffic congestion.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:24:38 →
OpposedTerry McCoyJun 2, 2026

A professional engineer who opposed the project, specifically the short-term rentals and parking plan.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:28:14 →
OpposedJericho McKinnonJun 2, 2026

Opposed the project due to density concerns and questioned the legality of the board members' terms.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:11:52 →
OpposedMichelle UrbanJun 2, 2026

Opposed the project, citing concerns about traffic, short-term rentals, and environmental issues related to a nearby landfill.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:14:51 →
SupportiveTom HofestottJun 2, 2026

A long-time neighbor who supports the project, preferring it over the potential for 40+ duplex units.

Planning Commission — June 2, 2026 · 1:06:33 →
ConcernedJulie KingMay 11, 2026

Raised concerns about the lack of transparent project details, high-rise building density, and flawed planning processes regarding the Dittlinger Mill project.

City Council — May 11, 2026 · 16:10 →
OpposedBen PrattMar 23, 2026

Argued that the engineer's map showing red zones for inadequate infrastructure proves the rezoning must be denied.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 2:09:56 →
OpposedRyan OutlawMar 23, 2026

Praised first responders, urged the council to vote against postponing or approving the Highway 46 subdivision, and spoke on preserving community values.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 1:46:54 →
OpposedSarah VenslauskasMar 23, 2026

Questioned why the developer needed more time and asked the council to stand with neighborhood residents who have fought the project for a year.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 3:03:40 →
OpposedSusie MitchellMar 23, 2026

Highlighted severe water conservation concerns, drought conditions at Canyon Lake, and opposed additional building permits.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 2:12:24 →
OpposedMichelle SmithMar 23, 2026

Stated that residents' opposition is rooted in practical realities like infrastructure limits rather than mere emotion.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 1:54:10 →
OpposedTeresa FisherMar 23, 2026

Urged the council to listen to local residents and deny the postponement and project.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 1:55:27 →
OpposedDon PoindexterMar 23, 2026

Urged the council to vote no on the project and stated the developer had sufficient time to present facts.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 1:58:24 →
OpposedDavid BearMar 23, 2026

Challenged the notion that environmental and infrastructure impacts are irrelevant to rezoning decisions.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 2:11:57 →
OpposedColette RuppertMar 23, 2026

Argued that high-density housing does not fit the area and requested preservation of remaining Hill Country land.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 3:43:00 →
OpposedLisa La CanuMar 23, 2026

Expressed that residents moved to the outer city limits to avoid urban sprawl and farm loss.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 3:53:40 →
OpposedAngela AllenMar 23, 2026

Detailing local sewer overflows in Champions Village, traffic bottlenecks, and presented a video advocating for Hill Country preservation.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 2:21:41 →
OpposedTeresa TelleMar 23, 2026

Argued the proposal violates city charter commitments to preserve natural resources and creates traffic safety hazards.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 4:06:20 →
OpposedMarsha StewartMar 23, 2026

Reported severe local water outages and low well pressure in the surrounding area.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 2:33:16 →
OpposedAndrew ReimundMar 23, 2026

Retired military colonel questioned the original rationale for the property's split zoning and asked for factual justification.

City Council — March 23, 2026 · 4:20:20 →
ConcernedSusie Le CanoeFeb 3, 2026

Raised concerns about missing public notices and lack of required property signage for the KB Homes project.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 15:30 →
OpposedRyan OutlawFeb 3, 2026

Expressed frustration as a new homeowner over ignored resident objections and looming water shortages.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 27:35 →
OpposedTransatelliFeb 3, 2026

Argued the development violates city charter preservation goals and will turn residential streets into cut-through traffic routes.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 40:14 →
OpposedSarah VanslowskisFeb 3, 2026

Highlighted severe traffic safety risks with adding a neighborhood entrance onto an unexpanded Highway 46 near an entrance ramp.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 21:38 →
OpposedDanny ShaleFeb 3, 2026

Expressed disbelief at considering a dense subdivision given existing traffic congestion on Highway 46.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 21:02 →
OpposedColette RupertFeb 3, 2026

Argued against high-density housing, citing water capacity limits and flood concerns.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 17:46 →
OpposedRick MurphyFeb 3, 2026

Shared video footage and argued that cumulative growth across the county has reached a tipping point.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 30:26 →
OpposedCarol GreenFeb 3, 2026

Questioned the timing of traffic studies and noted existing sewer odor problems in nearby subdivisions.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 33:39 →
OpposedUnidentified ResidentFeb 3, 2026

Voiced safety concerns about children playing near neighborhood streets that would see increased cut-through traffic.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 59:40 →
OpposedJohn FrazierFeb 3, 2026

Urged commissioners to listen to the unanimous opposition of area residents.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 37:32 →
OpposedJim HolsterFeb 3, 2026

Questioned neighborhood access points and criticized city growth policies.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 40:22 →
OpposedBrooke CowartFeb 3, 2026

Challenged the commission on how continuous dense development serves current residents.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 43:20 →
OpposedKathy CameronFeb 3, 2026

Expressed disappointment as a recent homebuyer who would not have purchased in the area if development had been known.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 46:09 →
OpposedKeith HoganauerFeb 3, 2026

Raised concerns about environmental hazards, well water protection, and traffic on rural roads.

Planning Commission — February 3, 2026 · 1:06:23 →
SupportiveEdgar MilesJan 12, 2026

Spoke in favor of the Gruene Road development, stating it will enhance the area's beauty.

City Council — January 12, 2026 · 44:14 →
OpposedMelvin Nolte Jr.Jan 12, 2026

Opposed the Klingemann Street short-term rental due to narrow streets and parking problems.

City Council — January 12, 2026 · 1:04:50 →
OpposedJody McCallJan 12, 2026

Opposed the Klingemann Street short-term rental due to parking shortages.

City Council — January 12, 2026 · 1:07:44 →
OpposedJohn LaBonteJan 12, 2026

Opposed the Gruene Road hotel project due to building height and removal of mature trees.

City Council — January 12, 2026 · 42:52 →
OpposedRob MimmsJan 12, 2026

Expressed opposition to the Gruene Road project, citing the loss of local history and mature trees.

City Council — January 12, 2026 · 45:30 →

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