a former school site into a mixed-used space, once again following Mayor Herring’s intention to develop with the citizens in mind. Retail expansions will also accompany these housing projects, further stimulating the local economy and providing residents with more shopping and dining options. Kerville’s local university is playing a pivotal role in the city’s development with its newly introduced programs, including an aviation program, and the establishment of a college-level football team. The aim of the city is always to ensure that the right programs fit with the outlined needs of the community. Additionally, the city has made significant efforts to address and enhance its childcare capabilities. “We’ve worked with some of our local childcare institutions and created the Kroc Center which recently launched its childcare program,” Salinas explains. These initiatives not only enhance educational opportunities but also contribute to the community’s cultural and recreational life, attracting students and visitors to Kerrville. Housing and education are important, but that is only half of the residential experience. The other half is public safety and infrastructure. Another major project underway is the construction of a new public safety building, which is expected to be completed within the next year and a half. This facility will enhance the capabilities of local emergency services, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Kerrville residents. Additionally, the city is updating its Water and Wastewater Master Plan to include new areas of development near Nimitz Lake. “It ties with the comprehensive plan, so it’ll incorporate the existing water and wastewater plan,” Paxton confirms, mentioning that the same locationfocused strategy is being integrated into master area plans for other city sectors, namely downtown. SECURING THE ECONOMIC HORIZON Kerrville is increasingly becoming a hub for corporate headquarters. Companies like James Avery, Mooney International, and the HEB Foundation have chosen Kerrville as their base of operations. 207 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08 KERRVILLE, TX
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