Summary
Kerrville is considering raising and restructuring its stormwater fees to fix a budget shortfall and pay for crucial drainage projects after recent floods. The new model would charge residents based on home size tiers and businesses based on their total hard surface area.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 8, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Generates an estimated $393,864 in annual revenue under the initial tier compared to the current $156,600, while addressing a $110,662 operational deficit.
Residents and business owners who experience chronic flooding will benefit from prioritized drainage upgrades and expanded maintenance.
Commercial property owners and large businesses will face significant increases in monthly utility fees.
Mentions & discussions (7)
General - Oct 23, 2026
The city is exploring a new stormwater utility fee to help fund essential drainage improvements and infrastructure maintenance. Residents will be able to learn about the proposal and ask questions about how the fee is calculated and where the money goes.
General - Sep 22, 2026
Kerrville is moving forward with a new stormwater utility fee set at $2 per equivalent residential unit starting in January 2027. The fee will create a dedicated fund to maintain and upgrade stormwater systems across the city.
City Council - Sep 8, 2026
The city is reviewing potential increases to its stormwater utility fees to address ongoing budget shortfalls and fund millions of dollars in necessary flood mitigation projects. Officials noted that recent heavy rains highlighted vulnerable spots across town that require updated master planning and reliable revenue sources.
General - Sep 8, 2026
Kerrville is considering raising and restructuring its stormwater fees to fix a budget shortfall and pay for crucial drainage projects after recent floods. The new model would charge residents based on home size tiers and businesses based on their total hard surface area.
City Council - Apr 28, 2026
City staff presented a tiered stormwater utility fee structure designed to generate sustainable revenue for drainage maintenance and future capital improvement projects.
City Council - Mar 10, 2026
Council reviewed stormwater utility fee options and financial projections to address a growing budget deficit for drainage maintenance and future capital improvement projects totaling around $15 million.
City Council - Feb 10, 2026
The city is reviewing potential changes to stormwater utility fees to fund major drainage master plan projects and debt service. Consultants outlined three rate scenarios ranging from flat percentage increases to tiered impervious area models.
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