Jarrett Whitener

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Fair Oaks Community Center funding terminated

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

The Project Funding Agreement for the Fair Oaks Ranch civic center has been terminated following a June 19 decision from City Council. Before the termination, $1.2 million was allocated towards the project from the Municipal Development District. This decision follows a June 5 decision to indefinitely postpone the project. What’s happening?
New principals, balanced budget: Here are the top stories from Boerne ISD in May, June

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

As school is out, Boerne ISD trustees remain busy preparing for the upcoming school year. Here are six Beorne ISD stories from May and June. Danya Comley named principal of Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary SchoolFair Oaks Ranch Elementary School will have a new principal at the start of the 2025-26 school year, following a June 16 decision from the Boerne ISD board of trustees. Danya Comley, current assistant principal at Voss Middle School, will serve in the new role.
Dollar Tree, Nail spas, Sushi: Check out 7 new Boerne area businesses

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

Carlson Law FirmBased in Texas, The Carlson Law Firm has locations nationwide. The Boerne location is led by Boerne local Edna Elizondo. The firm focuses on civil litigation, including personal injury, family law, birth injury, car accidents and premises liability. The firm is also fully bilingual, offering services for Spanish-speaking clients.
Check out these 7 Boerne area events in July

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

From block parties to live music, check out these seven July events in the Boerne area. Black Rifle Coffee Independence Day Block PartyBlack Rifle Coffee is hosting a block party in celebration of Independence Day, featuring a car show, live music by the Drew Brown Band and other activities. VIP Taco will offer street tacos while Kona Ice offers a selection of shaved ice. Black Rifle Coffee will be open during the event, providing coffee and other beverages.
New development featuring restaurants, Kiddie Academy planned off Herff Road in Boerne

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

A new retail development is under construction off Herff Road in Boerne, bringing in restaurants and an early childhood education facility. The detailsThe Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce on June 12 celebrated the groundbreaking of the new development, which will feature two new restaurants, Meet Me Outside and 12 Herff Steakhouse. Kiddie Academy is a tuition-based program for children between six weeks and twelve years of age.
Danya Comley named principal of Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary School

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary School will have a new principal at the start of the 2025-26 school year, following a June 16 decision from the Boerne ISD board of trustees. Danya Comley, current assistant principal at Voss Middle School, will serve in the new role. The detailsCurrent Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary School principal Jessica Shults earlier in June was appointed as the principal of Voss Middle School, leaving the seat open.
Fair Oaks Ranch implements Flock Safety Cameras to aid Police Department

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

While not fully functional or live at this time, the system is being installed and tested, with the expectation to be operational in August. What it meansFlock Safety Cameras are license plate reading devices that capture an image of a vehicle's plate as it passes. According to the business website, the cameras do not capture any identifying information about the driver or passengers in the vehicle, and the cameras do not record video.
Boerne ISD approves balanced budget, plans for tax rate election

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

The budget for fiscal year 2025-26 was approved by Boerne ISD trustees June 16. Approved unanimously, the budget this year does not have an anticipated surplus or shortfall. However, the district intends to pursue the first-ever voter approval tax rate election in November, which will help support teacher salaries and provide funds for capital improvements outside of bonds and other funding mechanisms. What’s happening?
Papa Nachos Cantina plans relocation near Ralph Fair Road

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

Papa Nachos Cantina will relocate to a nearby new construction by the end of summer. What’s happening? For over 20 years, Papa Nachos has served food off Boerne Stage Road, and in by the end of July or August, the restaurant will be moving into a new location slightly north of Ralph Fair Road on I-10, near Two Creeks. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering a selection of Mexican dishes. Catering services are also available.
ICYMI: Fair Oaks Ranch Community Center postponed, Kendall County pass water conservation resolution

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Jarrett Whitener

Check out these four stories from local government meetings in Kendall County, Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch. Kendall County approves water conservation resolutionWater conservation has been a recurring topic of discussion among local leaders, who are evaluating low lake levels and drought conditions. While recent rain has improved drought conditions, leaders continue to take a proactive approach to water management.