Elmendorf/Wilson Zoning, Development, and Government Reviews
Key Questions
What is the status of Wilson County's FY26-27 budget?
Wilson County is finalizing its $142M FY26-27 budget with a planned vote on June 30 that includes no tax hike despite ongoing reappraisal protests. The commission also reviewed a funding request from Four County Mental Health during its June 10 meeting.
How have water restrictions changed in Elmendorf?
Elmendorf has eased its water restrictions from a higher stage to Stage 2. The change comes as drought conditions show gradual improvement across the region.
What incentives support the Toyota Project Orca development?
San Antonio approved $142.8M in incentives for Ecor Global's Toyota Project Orca, projected to create 2,000 jobs. The project is part of broader economic development efforts in the area.
Why did H-E-B pause curbside and delivery services?
H-E-B implemented a self-imposed pause on curbside and home delivery ahead of the Fourth of July rush to manage high demand. The pause began Thursday afternoon and affects San Antonio-area customers including those in Elmendorf.
What conservation efforts is CPS Energy promoting this summer?
CPS Energy launched a summer conservation challenge that compares household usage to neighbors and offers rewards for lower consumption. The program aims to ease pressure on the Texas grid during record summer demand peaks.
Wilson Co budget process ongoing; $142M FY26-27 vote June 30 no tax hike amid reappraisal protests. Elmendorf water restrictions eased to Stage 2. Ecor Global, Toyota Project Orca (San Antonio approved $142.8M incentive for 2,000 jobs). CPS battery, SCUCISD bond. Bexar Co $145M deficit; FBI bribery case; CPS CEO resigns; drought improving. San Antonio sales tax drop 7%, data center regulation limits – Governor Abbott directed PUC to require data centers to fully fund electric needs. Statewide food truck permit July 1. H-E-B $700M East Side expansion confirmed. SA property tax debate. Bexar County stripped race/gender from small business contracting policy. Wilson County Commission met June 10, included budget request from Four County Mental Health. San Antonio data center pushback (Westover Hills) case study. SAWS rate hike proposal delayed by San Antonio City Council; vote postponed. Google investing $10M in Texas water projects; Midlothian facility consumes 182M gallons annually. Texas grid braces for record summer demand (92,200 MW peak); data center load growth; Abbott's directive aims to protect grid; new NRG plant in Houston. Wastewater treatment plant battle in Wilson County escalates: commission formally opposes county property location; Lebanon mayor pushes back. Gov. Abbott issued disaster declaration for Bexar County due to severe storms. Bexar County constable motorcycle request sparks budget fight. Advocacy group files incident reports over storm water runoff at Guajolote Ranch – potential Edwards Aquifer impact. Extreme heat warning in effect for San Antonio metro (heat index >110°F). Cooling sites open. Medina Lake rose nearly 6 feet but still only 5.7% full. Bexar County moves forward on new election equipment (ADA carts, automated mail-in sorter). CPS Energy launches summer conservation challenge with neighbor comparison and rewards – actionable for Elmendorf residents. University Health spending $90M to expand South Side, Northeast hospitals – improves healthcare access for Elmendorf commuters. H-E-B issues 'self-imposed pause' on curbside, delivery service ahead of Fourth of July rush – practical impact for local shoppers. Texas governor's office asked for broadband rules that help Elon Musk's Starlink – rural connectivity implications.