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Boerne council authorizes $80,000 annual agreement with Boerne‑Kendall EDC
Summary
The council approved Resolution No. 2026‑R02 authorizing the city manager to execute a shared‑services agreement with the Boerne‑Kendall County Economic Development Corporation at $80,000 per year (a $5,000 increase); council emphasized the EDC's facilitator role and that much local development outside city limits is governed by county authority.
Boerne City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2026‑R02 to authorize the city manager to enter into and manage a shared‑services agreement with the Boerne‑Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), funding the EDC at $80,000 annually — a $5,000 increase from the prior year.
City staffer Christie told the council the updated agreement, included in the FY‑26 budget, refines the EDC’s role as a connector and facilitator between prospective businesses and city departments, aligns EDC work with the city’s master plans and incentive policies, and requires monthly coordination and quarterly financial reporting. Christie said the partnership has been in place since 2006 and summarized the funding approach: “this provides $80,000 in annual funding and, this is a conservative increase of $5,000 from last year.”
Councilmembers praised the EDC’s small staff and targeted mission while correcting misconceptions circulating online about EDC activity. One councilmember noted many EDCs receive dedicated tax revenues but said the Boerne‑Kendall EDC is funded mainly by a small city stipend, a smaller county stipend and private contributions; the EDC’s core work is recruiting businesses that fit Boerne’s infrastructure and master‑plan goals rather than pursuing large industrial projects. Council also pointed out development occurring in county jurisdiction (for example, a cleared site across from Home Depot) is not controlled by the city.
Dr. Mac moved to approve the resolution and Bateman seconded; the motion carried 5–0. Amy Storey, president and CEO of the EDC, was introduced as present for the presentation; board chair Dakota Durden was acknowledged for assistance but was not in attendance.
The agreement calls for continued collaboration between EDC staff and city departments and periodic reporting to ensure alignment with city strategy.
