PRESENTER: Presenter
Jeff Jewell, Economic and Community Development Director
Mandi Scott, Economic and Community Development Manager
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SUBJECT: Title
Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of New Braunfels and Comal County for the installation of special tree lighting system in downtown.
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DEPARTMENT: Economic and Community Development
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: 5
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The proposed Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between the City of New Braunfels and Comal County, Texas would allow for City to attach a wi-fi box onto a County-owned light pole that will provide a special tree lighting system in Downtown New Braunfels. The County and City would agree that constant electrical power must be provided from said light pole to secure the connection with the system controlling the lights.
Adding lights to downtown trees will enhance the downtown experience for visitors and residents. The tree lighting system will be remote programmable and be installed in the City’s right-of-way. Lights will be used for special occasions and holidays.
Exhibits A & B, attached to this agenda item, identify the location and additional details for the installation of this project improvement.
ISSUE:
Approval of an ILA between the City of New Braunfels and Comal County, Texas to install a wi-fi connection to a County-owned light pole using the existing power supply.
STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:
☐Economic Mobility ☐Enhanced Connectivity ☒Community Identity
☐Organizational Excellence ☐Community Well-Being ☐N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
The cost for this improvement is $15,000 and is included in the FY 2026 Economic and Community Development Department budget, therefore sufficient funding is available.
Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the ILA for tree lighting.