Bond Election History

About the 2022 Bond Election


City of Boerne Bond 2022 Logo with Gazebo outline

On Aug. 16, 2022, the Boerne City Council called for a Quality of Life Bond Election to be held in conjunction with the General Election on November 8, 2022. The $36 million bond program was comprised of two propositions. Prop A ($23 million) addresses Streets and Mobility and Prop B ($13 million) addresses Parks and Open Space. 

Election Results

Both propositions were approved by voters and the results are as followed:

City of Boerne, Proposition A

  • For: 4,486 (60.28%)
  • Against: 2,943 (39.72%)
  • Total: 7,711

City of Boerne, Proposition B

  • For: 4,431 (58.91%)
  • Against: 2,978 (40.19%)
  • Total: 7,711

On Nov. 15, 2022, the Boerne City Council formally received and canvassed the election results during a specially-called City Council Meeting. With the propositions approved, the City will now develop a project bid schedule with the first bonds likely to be issued in early 2023 to allow projects to start as soon as possible.

Public Outreach

The City held two in-person Boerne Open Neighborhood Discussion (B.O.N.D.) Meetings for the upcoming Bond Election. If you were up able to attend, click here to watch a recording of the presentation given on October 12.

Potential Tax Rate Impact

From the City's latest projections, for every one cent of tax rate, the City estimates being able to fund approximately $6 million in bond debt. With a $36 Million Quality of Life bond election, the average $380,000 home in Boerne could see an increase of up to 5.5 cents per $100 of taxable value, or $17 per month. These numbers are based on certified tax rolls from Kendall County. If voters approve the propositions, no tax rate increases would be considered until the City's Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget process which is finalized in September 2023. At that time, the City would determine if an increase in the tax rate would be required to fund the issued debt.

Bond Propositions


bond graphic mobility circle

Prop A: Streets and Mobility | $23 Million

This proposition, as approved by voters, will provide funding for improvements to the City of Boerne's roadway infrastructure, turn lanes, intersections, and traffic signals. Potential projects may include but are not limited to the reconstruction of Adler Road and other streets, as well as improvements to intersections.

bond graphic open space circle

Prop B: Parks and Open Space | $13 Million

This proposition, as approved by voters, will provide funding for the development and improvement of City of Boerne parks, trails, and open space. Potential parks and recreation projects may include but are not limited to the development and equipment of Northside Community Park and the improvement of other existing parks.

Prop A: Streets and Mobility


Click on the tabs below to learn about some of the priority projects for Prop A: Streets and Mobility. These projects could be included in the General Obligation Bond package.

  1. Adler Road

Adler Road

The Adler Road project calls for a major reconstruction of the pavement along Adler Road from Esser Road to Main Street. Other improvements include:

  • The addition of a two-way center left turn lane
  • A widening of the road
  • Drainage improvements.

The condition of this road was regularly noted in the 2021 Citizen Survey. The City of Boerne has assessed Adler Road a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) rating of 22 out of 100, indicating a poor pavement condition.

A graphic rendering of Adler Road upgrades showing one lane in either direction and center turn lane

(Pictured above: A concept rendering of improved Adler Road.)

Aerial shot of Adler Road looking west from intersection of Esser Road

(Pictured above: Adler Road looking west from intersection of Esser Road.)

aerial shot of Adler road near Parks and Recreation Office looking west

(Pictured above: Adler Road looking west near Parks and Recreation Office at 1017 Adler.)

  1. Other Street Projects
  1. Traffic Signal and Intersection Improvements

Prop B: Parks and Open Space


Click on the tabs below to learn about some of the priority projects for Prop B: Parks and Open Space. These projects could be included in the General Obligation Bond package.

  1. Northside Community Park

Northside Community Park

Located at 524 Adler Road, near the intersection of N. Plant Avenue/Topperwein Road and Adler Road, the 35 acres of land was purchased after the voter approved Quality of Life Bond Election in 2007. Since that time, few improvements have been made to the property. The development of Northside Community Park as identified on the Parks Master Plan is listed below and preliminary designs call for the following park features:

  • All-abilities playscape
  • Additional flexible open space
  • Challenge course
  • Community room
  • Covered pickleball courts
  • Covered Basketball Pavilion
  • Dog park
  • Expanded skate park
  • Multi-use soccer and football fields with lights
  • Splashpad
  • Stormwater features
  • Walking trail

Graphic design rendering of Northside Community Park.

(Pictured above: A concept rendering of developed Northside Community Park. Click here to see larger version.)

  1. Other Park Improvements

How The Bond Propositions Were Developed


Council and Community Collaboration

Drawing on community input from the 2021 Citizen Survey – as well as the 2018 Master Plan, Mobility Master Plan, and Parks Master Plan – City Council focused on critical needs of the City while drafting a list of potential projects for the bond package. The areas of focus included streets, intersections, parks, and open space.

The Boerne City Council held several meetings and workshops prior to calling for the bond election. The list of potential projects was narrowed to include the two propositions that appear on this page.

Guiding Principles

City Council and staff identified the following principles to guide the bond development process:

  • Implementing the City's Master Plans
  • Improving Mobility and Quality of Life for Residents
  • Achieving Council and Community Input
  1. Council Meetings and Workshops

City Council Bond Meetings and Workshops

Boerne City staff have presented potential bond projects to City Council at several meetings and workshops. Catch up on the workshops below.

Initial Bond Presentation to Council - Jan. 20, 2022

Parks and Open Space - Feb. 22, 2022

Facilities - March 8, 2022

Streets and Sidewalks - March 22, 2022

Prioritization Workshop - April 12, 2022

Bond Presentation to Council - June 14, 2022

City Council calls for November Bond Election - August 16, 2022

  1. Election Information
  1. Press Coverage
  1. Public Meetings

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