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The city of New Braunfels has seen a large amount of new land acquired by developers and applications to form new subdivisions and stand-alone municipal utility districts, or MUDs, and other types of special-purpose districts within the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, or ETJ.
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City is guiding development with utility districts In the past three years, at least nine municipal utility districts, or MUDs, were presented to New Braunfels City Council for consideration within the city’s extraterrito- rial jurisdiction, or ETJ, the majority of which had been put forth since December 2021. nance utilities and infrastructure for new subdivisions and other developments. More than 2,700 acres of pro- posed new development just outside the city limits have led to the requests to create such entities. MUDs tend to be used for the purpose of creating developments outside of a city’s limits where utilities might not be readily available, and create a taxing or fee CONTINUED ON 38 BY ERIC WEILBACHER MUDs are one of many special-use districts cities or counties can authorize within the ETJ for developers to
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The scal year 2022-23 budget, totaling more than $134.9 million, was adopted by the Comal County Commissioners Court on Aug. 18. The largest portions of the budget will go toward public safety, gen- eral government funds, and corrections and rehabilitation. However, Kevin Webb, Comal County commissioner of Precinct 3, said one of the main goals in this year’s budget was to invest in employees. About $9 million, or more than 9%, of the more than $97 million general government funds from the budget is going toward pay raises and CONTINUED ON 40 Comal County aims to solve sta ng struggle BY SIERRA MARTIN
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The Comal County Commissioners Court has made room in its FY 2022-23 budget to provide pay increases for county employees. This comes as the result of the county working to improve employee retention and ll open positions.
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of the 2022 23 Comal County general fund budget is going toward pay raises and salaries for new and existing county positions that include:
GENERAL FUND BUDGET $97.02M
A PAY INCREASE OF 8% for all county employees excluding elected o cials An additional $5,000 PAY INCREASE for county employees in January 2023
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The general budget is part of the total expenditures in a city budget. Funds are used for public safety, general government opera- tions and other regular expenses.
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Experience the history, tradition and beauty of the Comal Cemetery. Established in 1869, the Comal Cemetery is the burial ground for some of New Braunfels's founders and notable citizens. the Cemetery Tour is a unique, educational and entertaining family event. Participants will visit select graves to experience the stories of these illustrious souls as they are portrayed by actors, Friday, October 14, Tours starting at 6pm Saturday, October 15, tours starting at 5:30pm october 14 & 15, 2022
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began offering its services to the New Braunfels community in September. The business offers door-to-door transpor- tation for seniors and accommodates wheelchair transportation 24/7 includ- ing holidays. NB Mobility will also take clients to doctor appointments in San Antonio and Austin. 830-283-7433. www.newbraunfelsmobility.com A new service for pet friends has come to New Braunfels with Dr. Missy’s Vet Mobile . The business brings veterinary services including dental, house calls, microchipping, nutritional counseling and an on-board pharmacy to customers’ homes. Dr. Missy’s Vet Mobile began offering its services to the New Braunfels area in August 1. 830-730-3712. www.drmissyvetmobile.com COMING SOON 6 A new Guitar Center is set to open in New Braunfels on Oct. 20 at 233 Creekside Crossing. The music retailer will sell instruments, music accessories, sound equipment and offer lessons. Guitar Cen- ter also sells instruments and purchases used gear for resale. 866-498-7882.
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NOW OPEN 1 The new emergency medical care facility Methodist ER opened Aug. 30 at 1850 W. Hwy. 46, Ste. 109, New Braunfels. The facility will be a full-ser- vice emergency center equipped to treat adult and pediatric medical concerns. Among other amenities, Methodist ER will have a full-service laboratory, diag- nostic equipment and offer free transfer to Methodist Hospital Northeast or Methodist Children’s Hospital locations. 210-583-7200. www.sahealth.com 2 A yoga and movement studio called The Village opened its new location at 1750 E. Common St., Ste. 115, on Aug. 15. The studio offers a variety of classes both in person and virtually, including
yoga, barre, Pilates, a boot camp, kids classes, and prenatal and postnatal fitness. The Village also features a 1,200-square-foot outdoor patio and offers up to two hours of child watch per day while on the premises. 830-643-9216. www.thevillage.studio 3 Lupe Tortilla began the soft opening of its New Braunfels location at 2975 Town Center Drive in September, where invitational seating is open to those who call in for a reservation. The Tex-Mex restaurant chain has locations throughout Texas and offers handmade flour tortillas alongside a variety of Tex- Mex specialties. 830-214-1377. www.tex-mex.com 4 Cation on the Guadalupe , a boutique hotel located 760 E. Mather St. between
New Braunfels and Gruene, opened Sept. 2. The hotel features luxury ac- commodations in apartment-styled units and has 240 feet of Guadalupe River property. The business is locally owned and -operated and offers short-term stays for guests. 830-351-8539. www.cationontheguadalupe.com 5 The KC Luxe Life Boutique opened in June to the New Braunfels commu- nity at 2090 N. I-35. The boutique sells contemporary women’s clothing and accessories and offers casual, semiformal and business attire. Small gift items can be purchased at the store along with jewelry, shoes and other items. 888-512-1563. www.shopkcluxe.com A senior taxi and nonemergency trans- portation service called NB Mobility
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Academy , a private school for students aged preschool to 12th grade located at 220 FM 1863 in New Braunfels, has announced an expansion of its campus. This fall, NBCA plans to break ground on a new 40,000-square-foot, two-story state-of-the-art classroom building along
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with a new athletic complex, Head of School Nick Reeves said. 830-629-1821. www.nbcatx.org 8 A locally owned and independent brokerage, Reliance Residential Realty , has expanded its office located at 111 W. San Antonio St., Ste. 105, New Braunfels. The business converted the former Chase Bank into new office spaces in September to allow its real estate, property manage- ment and commercial division to share the same space. 830-629-3338. www.reliancerr.com 9 Blue Rooster: Home & Garden closed its San Marcos location Aug. 31 to expand its New Braunfels store located at 25130 N. I-35. The shop specializes in outdoor decor such as unique pottery, signs, water features and more. In the expansion, the store now offers a larger inventory of merchandise for customers. 210-388-5479. www.facebook.com/ 10 Redemption Bible Church , located at 311 FM 306, Bldg. 2A, New Braunfels, will be celebrating its five-year anniver- sary Oct. 2 by having food trucks and a rock-climbing wall along with two services at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For every person in attendance at the celebration, the church will be making a monetary dona- tion toward the nonprofit 1Hope for Kids. 830-229-7505. www.redemption.bible RENOVATIONS 11 Schlitterbahn , the popular water park located at 400 N. Liberty Ave., will blueroosterhomegarden ANNIVERSARIES
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FEATURED IMPACT COMING SOON Paige and Ellis Winstanley, the couple behind Tex-Mex restaurant El Arroyo and its accompanying merchandise line, have partnered with Justin and Sara Holliday to open a second El Arroyo restaurant at the Rockin’ R River Rides in New Braunfels. The couple purchased El Arroyo, located at 1624 W. Fifth St., Austin, in 2012 and have a history of purchasing and revitalizing “distressed, historic restaurants,” Ellis said. El Arroyo had multiple locations throughout Texas prior to their purchase of it, and they have been aiming to expand the brand once again. The Winstanleys had already been involved in the Rockin’ R business, and a partnership naturally ourished to make way for their expansion. “We want to grow the brand quickly but in a healthy way,” Ellis Winstanley said. “This timing feels right.” The home of their next El Arroyo location will be located at 1405 Gruene Road, New Braunfels. The site is an approximately 7,500-square-foot, two-story building that will require extensive renovations, which are slated
to begin in early 2023. There will be no change in operations at Rockin R’, though the Hollidays and Winstanleys plan to build about 15-20 overnight stay cottages at the property in the next two years. “With New Braunfels growing how it is and the demand for good food in town and especially more options in Gruene speci cally, ... it kind of all worked out really well,” Justin Holliday said. The Winstanleys are aiming to open the new El Arroyo location in late 2023. “We’ve always liked New Braunfels. ... I think it’s a fantastic market. I think it’s a really beautiful place that has a lot of opportunity,” Ellis Winstanley said. 1405 Gruene Road, New Braunfels 512-474-1222. www.elarroyo.com
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be completing renovations on its proper- ty until April of next year. Schlitterbahn will begin a $4.9 million renovation at the end of October, according to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. The Festhaus, which provides dining options for guests, will undergo demolition and be replaced with new and updated restrooms. The building will undergo structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing renovations. 830-625-2351. www.schlitterbahn.com/ 12 The restaurant 1836 Grille formerly located at 111 S. Union Ave., Ste. 123, an- nounced the closure of its New Braunfels location Sept. 4. The casual family restau- rant made traditional American dishes with fresh ingredients made daily and closed due to staffing struggles and the inability to cope with demand. The owners announced they will be redirecting their focus on their first and most successful location in Seguin. 830-401-0980. www.1838grilltx.com new-braunfels CLOSINGS
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Fall events
08 THROUGH 09 CAMP OUT IN THE PARK The annual all-ages Family Fun Campout will include a tent decorating contest, hayrides, and a hot dog and s’more cookout. 3 p.m. (Oct. 8) 10 a.m. (Oct. 9). $15. Cypress Bend Park, 503 Peace Ave., New Braunfels. 830-221-4370. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org KID FOOD & DRINK 10 HAVE FUN IN NATURE Campers ages 6-10 will have the opportunity to spend time outdoors at the Fall Nature Camp. Each session features themed activities including kayaking, shing, and visiting the playground and spray ground. Preregistration is required. 7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. $25. Fischer Park Nature Education Center, 1946 Monarch Way, New Braunfels. 830-221-4378. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org KID 12 THROUGH NOV. 19 VIEW LOCAL ARTWORK The 57th annual ARToberfest Show will be on display at the New Braunfels Art League. The reception will take place Oct. 16 from 2-4:30 p.m., when awards will be presented to the winning art submissions. The show is open to all artists who would like to participate in the competition and includes ve categories: oil and acrylic, water media, drawing media, photography and digital art, and three-dimensional media. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.), noon- 5 p.m. (Sun.) Free. New Braunfels Art League, 239 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830-629-8022. www.thenewbraunfelsartleague.com FREE KID 14 THROUGH 15 TOUR THE CEMETERY Experience the history and tradition of the Comal County Cemetery. Established in 1886, the cemetery is the burial ground for some of New Braunfels’ founders and notable citizens. The Night Ramblings at the Comal Cemetery event will feature actors who portray the living history of those buried on the grounds. The tours last approximately one hour, and proceeds
There are a number of ways to enjoy fall in New Braunfels, whether checking out a family-friendly festival, facing fears at a spooky haunted house or getting out into nature to enjoy the weather. The information for each event is accurate as of press time and is subject to change.
from the event support the Comal Cemetery’s preservation. Golf cart tours will begin Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. and Oct. 15 at 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.; walking tours will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14-15 and leave every 15 minutes. $20. Comal Cemetery, Business 35 at Grape Avenue, New Braunfels. 830-221-4350. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org KID 15 THROUGH 16 FIND LOCAL ART The sixth annual Fall Into Art Festival will take place on the Gruene Harley- Davidson Lawn location in New Braunfels. The festival will feature over 70 unique original artists and vendors along with kids activities and live music to raise money for the New Braunfels Arts Community. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 (includes a ra e ticket). Gruene Harley-Davidson, 1288 Loop 337, New Braunfels. 512-980-4399. www.gnbac.org KID FOOD & DRINK 22 DO A SPOOKY WORKOUT A yoga ow class called Souls and Salutations will be held at the New Braunfels Cemetery. After the yoga class, a historical tour of the cemetery will be led by Jan Kingsbury of Spass Walking Tours, when those attending can learn more about the history of New Braunfels. This event is for age 16 and up. 10-11:30 a.m. $25. New Braunfels Cemetery, Business 35 at Grape Avenue, New Braunfels. 830-221-4170. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org 22 DIVE FOR PUMPKINS Attend the Das Pumpkin Patch for a unique way to choose a Halloween pumpkin. Those attending can swim in the Das Rec pool to nd their perfect oating pumpkin to decorate for Halloween. Once the pumpkin is chosen, supplies will be provided to decorate it for the upcoming holiday. Children age 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. 4-6 p.m. $10. Das Rec, 345 Landa St., New Braunfels. 830-221-4170. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org KID
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The annual Dia de los Muertos Festival hosted by the New Braunfels Hispanic Business Alliance will be held in downtown New Braunfels. The community festival will feature kids activities, live entertainment, food trucks, arts and crafts, face painters, vendors and more. The event will also include an ofrenda, or o ering space to pay tribute to loved ones who have died in celebration of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Noon-10 p.m. Free. Downtown New Braunfels. 830-625-2385. www.chamberinnewbraunfels.com/dia-de-los-muertos
07 THROUGH 09, 14 16 AND 21 23 WATCH A PLAY A stage production called “The 39 Steps” will take place at the Circle Arts Theatre in New Braunfels on several dates. The show is a fast-paced comedy about a man who starts dating a woman who claims she is a spy. The Champagne Opening of the show will take place Oct. 7, and the Pay What You Can Night will occur Oct. 8. The recommended ages for those attending are 12 and up. Dates and showtimes vary. $23. Circle Arts Theatre, 124 Elizabeth Ave., New Braunfels. 830-837-6172. www.circleartstheatre.org FOOD & DRINK
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PARTY LIKE A MONSTER Get in the Halloween spirit by participating in Monster Mania, monster-themed activities for kids ages 3-5. Every Wednesday from Oct. 5-26, kids enrolled in the program can craft monster works of art, play monster-themed games and bake monster treats. 9-11 a.m. $45. Landa Recreation Center, 164 Landa Park Drive,
New Braunfels. 830-221-4370. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org KID FOOD & DRINK
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An evening of holiday festivities will take place in downtown New Braunfels during this year’s Wassailfest. Downtown streets will close o to vehicle tra c, and businesses will be open o ering wassail samples (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic), demonstrations and other festive activities. Local elementary school choirs will perform in various spots downtown. The Main Plaza bandstand will feature several local singing groups. Wassail is a beverage made from hot mulled cider and spices. From 5:45-11 p.m., park and ride shuttle services run from the Landa Park Aquatic Complex, 350 Aquatic Cr., to downtown. 6 p.m. Free. 500 Main Plaza, New Braunfels. 830-221-4000. www.facebook.com/nbwassailfest New Braunfels. 830-221-4370. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org FOOD & DRINK NOVEMBER 05 THROUGH 06 BRING THE KIDS FOR FUN AND FOOD The NB Kidsfest allows kids to participate in games and activities while parents discover the best resources, products and services for children. The event will also include performances, arts and crafts, and food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Nov. 5), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 6). Free (children age 3 and under), $5 (child admission), $10 (adult admission). New Braunfels Civic Center, 375 Castell Ave., New Braunfels. 830-488-7814. www.facebook.com/nbkidsfest KID FOOD & DRINK DECEMBER 08 LISTEN TO LIVE CHRISTMAS CAROLS Previously known to New Braunfels as Caroling in the Plaza, the 42nd annual Caroling in the Park event will o er kids activities; art pavilions; vendors; and performances from dancers, actors and musicians. Photos with Santa Claus and holiday train rides through Landa Park will also be available. 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Landa Park, 164 Landa Park Drive, New Braunfels. www.gnbac.org/ caroling2022 FREE KID FOOD & DRINK
22 LEARN ABOUT BUTTERFLIES The Monarch Fall Festival is a fall-themed day with games, crafts, exhibits and activities to celebrate the state insect of Texas, the monarch butter y. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Fischer Park Amphitheater, 1946 Monarch Way, New Braunfels. 830-221-4378. www.parksonline.nbtexas.org FREE KID FOOD & DRINK 22 THROUGH 23 BUY HANDMADE POTTERY The 30th annual Texas Clay Festival will feature the work of over 80 Texas potters and clay artists and gives those attending the opportunity to view and purchase a variety of pottery by top clay artists in the state. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Oct. 22), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Oct. 23). Free. Gruene Historic District, 1724 Hunter Road, New The Bloodwood Masquerade Murder is an interactive murder mystery party. Those attending will try to solve the murder mystery around an isolated town plagued with scandals called Bloodworth Falls, where the mayor is hosting a masquerade ball in the Old Bloodwood Castle. Your character’s story will begin in the murder mystery when you receive a ticket for the ball in an unmarked envelope. Only those age 18 and up can attend. 7-9 p.m. $40. Landa Haus, 360 Aquatic Circle, Braunfels. 830-629-7975 www.texasclayfestival.com FREE KID FOOD & DRINK 28 PARTICIPATE IN A MURDER MYSTERY The 36th annual Gruene Music and Wine Fest brings wine, music, food and craft beer together for the four- day event. The festival promotes Texas and Americana music in historic downtown Gruene. Some of the live music includes the Josh Abbott Band and the Lost Gonzo Band. The Gruene Music and Wine Fest will take place Oct. 6-9 and will be hosted at both The Grapevine and Gruene Hall. The event will o er live music, wine tastings, auctions and prize giveaways. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the nonpro t United Way of Comal County. Tickets and show times are available on the website. 1601 Hunter Road, New Braunfels. 830-629-5077. www.gruenemusicandwinefest.org
From left: Alex Meixner and Miles Granzin celebrate during the opening ceremony for Wurstfest. The opening ceremony of Wurstfest in 2023 will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 4. FEATURED EVENT Wurstfest Take part in the annual festival
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highlighting German culture in the heart of New Braunfels. Guests can enjoy the food, carnival rides and games at Wurstfest. Live music and dancing along with Alpine- and Bavarian-style entertainment are among the special events at the festival. Those attending the event can indulge in German, Texan and domestic beer. The Marktplatz building will host area nonpro ts and organizations where attendees can purchase food and souvenirs. 4-11 p.m. (Nov. 4), 11 a.m.-midnight
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1 Casa of Central Texas 1619 Common St., Ste. 301, New Braunfels 830-626-2272 • www.casacentex.org Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun. 2 Comal County Habitat for Humanity 1269 Industrial St., New Braunfels 830-625-4025 www.comalhabitat.org Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun. 3 United Way of Comal County 468 S. Seguin Ave., Ste. 403, New Braunfels 830-620-7760 • www.uwcomal.org Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
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Help keep yourself, your family, and your community water supply safe by properly disposing of unused prescriptions and over-the-counter pills, tablets, and liquids at this event. Please, no insulin syringes, other sharps or needles, unused preloaded auto-injectors, asthma inhalers, compressed cylinders, other aerosol products, iodine-containing medications, or mercury-containing thermometers. Accepting these materials places law enforcement, the collectors, and employees at the facilities that destroy the substances at risk of significant harm by puncture, exposure, or explosion.
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TRANSPORTATION UPDATES Texas Transportation Commission adopts 10-year road construction plan On Aug. 30, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott totaling $117 billion statewide. Key projects outlined in the plan
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in public transportation, maritime, aviation, rail, freight and more. The UTP has 12 funding categories with each category addressing a speci c type of work, according to TxDOT. The UTP also authorizes the distribution of construction dollars to be available over the next 10 years. Texas Transportation Commission Chair J. Bruce Bugg Jr. said the UTP remains a top priority of TxDOT. “The UTP re ects a continued focus on improving transportation safety as the top priority, maintaining our current system, addressing tra c congestion and improving statewide connectivity over the next decade,” Bugg said in the release.
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announced the adoption of an $85 billion 10-year statewide road con- struction plan known as the Uni ed Transportation Program. The UTP is the master docu- ment for the Texas Department of Transportation that connects the state’s plans—such as the Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan, the Metropolitan Transportation Plans and the Rural Transportation Plan—to the Statewide Transportation Improve- ment Program, which is the four-year construction plan. The UTP aims to address safety, congestion, rural activity and main- taining Texas roads. According to Gov. Abbott’s o ce, the UTP funds will coincide with an additional $32 billion over 10 years for routine maintenance and project development, such as planning, professional engineering and right-of-way acquisition for more than 7,000 transportation projects
include $4.5 billion for the I-35 Capital Express Central project to expand the highway in Austin; numerous I-45 projects in Houston, including at I-10 West for over $982 million; the I-35 Northeast Expansion in Comal and Guadalupe counties totaling over $421.5 million; and US 380 in Collin County near McKinney for $807.52 million. In addition to highway projects, the UTP outlines investments
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VILLAS AT WATERWHEEL Villas at Waterwheel condominiums broke ground earlier this year and are slated to open to new owners in December. The three-story building o ers 54 two- bedroom, two-bathroom units on the Guadalupe River near Schlitterbahn, the Comal County Fairgrounds and the main branch of the New Braunfels Public Library. The resort-styled condos also feature two pools, access to the Guadalupe River and more. Space: 54 units Timeline: opens December 2022
MODERNO LUXURY APARTMENT HOMES Koontz Corp. broke ground on this 280-unit multifamily project consisting of 12 buildings in March 2021 and is expected to begin opening the apartment buildings one at a time every few weeks, according to Greystar Properties. The 28-acre site is located at 451 FM 306. More than half of the apartments will be one- bedroom, one-bathroom homes. Space: 28 acres Timeline: March 2021-23
THE VILLAGE AT BASEL Four duplex-style condominium residences feature 9- to 10-foot ceilings and come in two-bedroom, two-bathroom and three-bedroom, two-bathroom con gurations ranging from 1,000-1,200 square feet each. The development, located near the corner of Basel Street and Grant Avenue, is built on raised pillars or stilts due to its ood plain proximity, and its expected completion is within the next month. Space: 1,000-1,200 square feet Timeline: completion set for fall 2022
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The new $36 million New Braunfels Police Headquarters opened in early August. (Sierra Martin/Community Impact)
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NEW BRAUNFELS Growing with The New Braunfels Police Headquarters is over twice the size of its old facility. The building provides ample space for each department to operate and accommodates for future growth.
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houses vehicle maintenance bays, river patrol equipment and a gym. Vargas said that the new space has given o cers a renewed sense of pride in their jobs and has helped with recruiting new sta . “You get that renewed sense of enthusiasm for what you do, and so I think that impact has a ton of positive impact on our [o cers],” Vargas said. On the property of the headquarters is a new veterans memorial—visible from San Antonio Street and in front of the entrance—that pays tribute to residents of New Braunfels who have served the country. Members of the community can purchase an inscribed brick that will be permanently installed in the memorial. Residents can utilize the new police depart- ment headquarters by ling police reports and records requests at the facility. A public space to host meetings can also be reserved by groups or organizations. “I’m most excited for [our o cers] ... to see their reactions when they actually came over here and got to be in a building that has enough space and has all the amenities,” New Braunfels Chief of Police Keith Lane said. “It shows them how much the community values them.”
The New Braunfels Police Department moved into its new $36 million, state-of-the-art headquar- ters Aug. 8, replacing its existing facility. About 150 o cers work from the building, which has been constructed to accommodate for the pro- jected growth of the city. Assistant Chief of Police Joe Vargas said the cutting-edge upgrades in resources available at the new headquarters have expanded the capabilities of the department. “We pride ourselves on providing the absolute best service that we can in the community and meeting those expectations and providing for that quality of life,” Vargas said. “These things help us get there far more e ciently than we could in the past.” The two-story headquarters includes o ce space for all police divisions, a large break room, expanded evidence storage and training rooms. Multiple departments also have their own conference rooms in addition to an emergency operation center. A new dispatch facility with cutting-edge tech- nology houses seven sta , with the capability of expanding to 15 as the New Braunfels population trends upward. Behind the headquarters is a brand new 14,000-square-foot annex facility, which
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Maruichi Stainless Tube Texas Corp. to build $75M facility in Seguin
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industry, hydrogen gas stations, the automotive industry and structural machinery. “Maruichi is very excited to expand our manufacturing operations in Seguin, Texas,” said Takashi Onishi, president for Marui-
community.” Maruichi Stainless Tube Texas Corp.’s future Seguin facility will produce seamless stainless steel precision tube to support customers in the semiconductor industry. The demand for stainless steel precision bright annealed, or BA, tubes used for semiconductor manufacturing is signi cantly increasing due to global increase in semiconductor demand. The Seguin facility will help Maruichi further meet demand in the United States from multiple construction projects for large-scale semiconductor manufacturing plants, according to a press release from the city of Seguin. “We are delighted that Maruichi has decided to build their new man- ufacturing facility in Seguin, Texas. This project will help create excellent employment opportunities for our residents and help grow and diversify
Maruichi Stainless Tube Texas Corp. is planning to build a 125,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Seguin. The Seguin Economic Development Corp. and the city of Seguin announced Sept. 7 that Maruichi expects to break ground on the project at the beginning of 2023 and
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our economic base. We are proud that they have chosen to do business in the city of Seguin,” Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen said. Maruichi will build the Seguin facil- ity on a 33-acre site to be purchased from the SEDC. The site is situated between Eighth Street and Guadalupe Street, just south of I-10, within the Rio Nogales Industrial Park. The SEDC Board of Directors and Seguin City Council approved a purchase and sale agreement during meetings held Sept. 6.
be completed at the beginning of 2024. The project will represent a total capital investment of $75 million and
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Maruichi’s decision to locate this project in Seguin. We look forward to contributing to the betterment of the city’s economy and becoming the newest member of the business
New Braunfels Starbucks becomes eighth location in state of Texas to vote for union’s representation
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other demands. They will join seven other Starbucks locations in Texas in the unionization e ort, including locations in Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas. In a response to Community Impact , Starbucks’ press o ce said, “As we’ve said throughout, we will respect the [National Labor Relations Board’s] process and bargain in good faith with the stores that chose to be represented by Work- ers United. We hope the union does the same.” Zachary Hecker, employee and lead organizer of the New Braunfels location, said Starbucks’ values and mission were not in line with its employees. “By our con rmation with this union vote, we now have the opportunity for our voices to be heard and to make real change,” Hecker said. “We hope by unionizing a store in New Braunfels, this will encourage other stores in rural areas who feel underrepresented to speak for themselves.”
Employees of the rst Starbucks location in New Braunfels—located at 697 S. Walnut Ave.— voted 10-4 on Sept. 12 for representation from the Starbucks Workers United union, according to a release from the union and con rmation from Starbucks’ corporate press o ce. The unionization push began in June, culmi- nating in the Sept. 12 vote. Starbucks Workers United is an a liate of the Service Employees International Union. In the statement from Starbucks Workers United, employees of the New Braunfels loca- tion said they struggled to a ord to live in New Braunfels and the surrounding area despite a recent raise from $12 per hour to $15 per hour and hope to negotiate for higher wages; guaranteed hours; bargaining over changes to workplace organization and conditions; and enabling tipping for credit card transactions, along with
The Golden Ticket Awards recognize excellence in the amusement park industry.
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Schlitterbahn named world’s best water park for 24th year
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The Schlitterbahn Water Park and Resort in New Braunfels was been awarded its 24th consecutive Golden Ticket Award by Amusement Today . The park o ers a variety of river rides, pools and waterslides along with other unique attractions. This year’s award makes the popular water park in New Braunfels the longest-tenured award winner in Golden Ticket Award history. “For our park to have won this award again for the 24th consecutive time is humbling,” said Darren Hill, vice president and general manager of Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resort. The Golden Ticket Awards are calculated from an international poll conducted by Amusement Today , an Arlington-based publication that covers amusement and water park news and trends.
UNION GROWTH Employees at Starbucks locations that have recently unionized, including in New Braunfels, hope to negotiate for a number of changes.
Higher wages
Guaranteed hours
Bargaining for workplace conditions
Enabled tipping on credit card transactions
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