Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off
The City of New Braunfels offers City and Comal County residents the opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste (such as chemicals, oil, and cleaners) safely.
Electronics Recycling Drop-Off Event
The City of New Braunfels offers City residents the opportunity to securely recycle their electronics, free of charge!
Bulky Goods Drop Off
Bulky Goods Day is a free service offered once a quarter at four sites throughout the City where residents can dispose of large, bulky trash items like furniture, mattresses and car tires.
Sno Cones With SROs
Join School Resource Officers for Sno Cones With SROs at Bahama Buck’s! Wear your school colors, grab limited-edition flavors, and chill with your local officers.
Maintaining more than 955 lane miles of roadway is an ongoing priority for the City of New Braunfels and one of the most visible services the City provides... Read on...
Beginning on February 16, 2026, the City of New Braunfels will begin construction on the Divine Way Rehabilitation Project, a $980,000 project approved by voters in the 2023 Bond election as part of the Citywide Street Program... Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library has been selected to receive the 2025 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association... Read on...
On today’s date (01-30-2026) at approximately 9:15am, the New Braunfels Police Department responded to a report of a gun on campus at Canyon Middle School... Read on...
On January 14, 2026, at approximately 1:15pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the Comal County Republican Headquarters... Read on...
On December 19, 2025, at approximately 8:15 p.m., New Braunfels Police and Fire departments were dispatched to the 1400 block of IH35 N for a report of a traffic accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) were recently awarded funding for several projects by the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) Transportation Policy Board... Read on...
Applications are being accepted through January 5th, 2026, for residents that are interested in volunteering to serve on a number of City boards and committees. Positions are currently open on the following boards:.. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to attend an Open House to provide input on the design for the future Southeast Branch Library... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to help update the community’s Comprehensive Plan, known as Envision New Braunfels, by sharing their ideas for the future of New Braunfels... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has officially launched the process to update the community’s Comprehensive Plan, known as Envision New Braunfels... Read on...
Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels will once again play host to the official kickoff of the holiday season when thousands of twinkling lights are turned on and Santa makes his arrival in New Braunfels! Read on...
On today’s date (11-07-2025), at approximately 8:30am, the New Braunfels Police Department responded to a residence in the 800 block of Porter Street for reports of an armed individual making threats... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to honor local veterans at this year’s Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony in downtown New Braunfels, beginning at 10am on Saturday, November 8th, 2025... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels’ Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) program was recognized by the Texas Municipal League with a Municipal Excellence Award for its innovative approach to improving public health and emergency response... Read on...
During the 2025 Texas Municipal League (TML) Annual Conference and Exhibition in Fort Worth, the City of New Braunfels received a 2025 Municipal Excellence Award in public safety for cities over 25,000 in population... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is warning local property owners about an email fraud scheme targeting those currently doing business with the City’s Neighborhood and Community Planning Department... Read on...
At their meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, New Braunfels City Council finalized approval for an economic development agreement with Aumovio to support a major expansion of its existing manufacturing and research facility on Kohlenberg Road... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and Comal County are once again urging residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals on the heels of a confirmed case of rabies... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is now accepting applications from tax exempt, non-profit arts and heritage organizations for funds collected through the local Hotel Occupancy Tax... Read on...
On September 10, 2025, at approximately 12pm, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department were called to the Chase Bank location in the 1600 block of State Highway 46 West for a report of a bank robbery... Read on...
On September 2, 2025, at approximately 2:30pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 2900 block I-35 North in the northbound main lanes for a report of a rollover motor vehicle accident... Read on...
On Thursday, September 11th, 2025, the City of New Braunfels will hold a ceremony marking the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks on New York City, Washington D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is proud to announce the opening of Alligator Creek Trail, a new 1.1-mile hike and bike trail designed to provide residents and visitors with a safe, scenic, and accessible outdoor recreation experience... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is has officially opened Willard Canyon, the city’s newest park, offering a peaceful and natural wooded hiking experience... Read on...
As budget discussions begin for the 2025/2026 budget cycle, the City’s Public Works Department is seeking input from the public on which of the city’s 955 lane miles of city roads need to be addressed in the coming year... Read on...
On today’s date (08-17-25), at approximately 12:10am, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department, the Comal County Sheriff’s Office, and Texas DPS were called to Legends Dance Hall in the 5400 block of I-35 South (near Rusch Lane)... Read on...
At their meeting on August 11, 2025, New Braunfels City Council considered and approved recommendations from the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC) to provide funding for two projects totaling more than $4 million... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will conduct routine testing of its Outdoor Warning Siren System on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at approximately 12pm... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is holding its annual series of budget and tax rate public meetings as New Braunfels City Council prepares to approve the Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for Fiscal Year 2026... Read on...
The local park system in New Braunfels is in the midst of a dramatic expansion thanks to several recent land acquisitions, upcoming park openings, and ongoing enhancements to current parks, all in an effort to offer residents new outdoor experiences... Read on...
On July 28, 2025, at approximately 2:30pm, the New Braunfels Fire Department was called to the 2600 block of McCrae for reports of a structure fire... Read on...
On today’s date (07-26-25), at approximately 4:15pm, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department were called to the Sage Apartments in the 2500 block of West San Antonio Street for a report of a disturbance in progress... Read on...
As clean up from recent heavy rains continues, here is an update on City of New Braunfels river status, facility status, and road conditions... Read on...
As clean up from recent heavy rains continues, here is an update on City of New Braunfels river status, facility status, and road conditions... Read on...
Update (4:15pm): Both the Comal River and the Guadalupe River have started to recede. But please continue to monitor weather conditions and use caution. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents and visitors alike to participate in the creation of an Arts & Culture Master Plan as part of a new vision for heritage and creativity in the community... Read on...
On June 26, 2025, at approximately 4:00pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 700 block of IH 35 North for a report of a traffic accident involving a vehicle and a child pedestrian. Read on...
This July, the City of New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Department will be celebrating National Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will host a series of public meetings to share information about the drafted 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Action Plan... Read on...
Increased river flow, water clarity issues, and hidden submerged debris due to recent heavy rains will continue to keep access to the Comal River closed for Friday, June 13, 2025... Read on...
Heavy rains overnight have caused an increased flow of water in the Comal River, with the current river flow measuring more than 1800 cfs (cubic feet per second), with poor water clarity and debris along the riverbanks and at the Tube Chute dam... Read on...
On June 6th, 2025, 25-year old Marcel Ian Moreno of New Braunfels was taken into custody without incident at Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio by U.S. Marshals and the Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division after an arrest warrant... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and Comal County are urging residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals on the heels of a confirmed case of rabies... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and Matrix Consulting Group recently completed a Patrol Staffing Study for the New Braunfels Police Department (NBPD)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will host a public open house to go over the proposed plan to install a hike and bike trail segment along a portion of Waterway Lane. The open house is set for Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.. Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program kicks off on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, launching a summer’s worth of reading fun and activities... Read on...
At their meeting on May 27, 2025, New Braunfels City Council approved amending the downtown parking ordinance to officially establish paid parking areas and fees in downtown New Braunfels beginning July 7th, 2025... Read on...
Just in time for the start of the 2025 summer season, the City of New Braunfels is excited to announce the completion and reopening of two major water recreation projects... Read on...
Following the decision by Comal County Commissioners Court to amend their mulch and brush operations policy, the City of New Braunfels is now evaluating how this will affect its curbside green waste recycling program... Read on...
As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, the City of New Braunfels is reminding residents and visitors about the disposable container ordinance on the Comal River and the portion of the Guadalupe River inside the city limits... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is partnering with several local agencies to host a Memorial Day ceremony honoring those military members who lost their lives serving their country... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is proud to announce that it has once again earned a Class 1 Public Protection Classification (PPC) from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), the highest possible rating for fire protection services... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to a public workshop to showcase the latest effort in the development of the City’s Multimodal Thoroughfare Plan (MMTP), including a review of proposed changes to the City’s Thoroughfare Plan... Read on...
On today’s date the Guadalupe County Constable’s Office was attempting to serve a writ of possession at a home in the 2000 block of Carter Lane in the Voss Farms neighborhood... Read on...
Following a multi-year study that included community engagement and stakeholder feedback, the City of New Braunfels is proposing to implement upgrades to parking in Downtown New Braunfels as part of a plan to make parking more available, convenient... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Human Resources Department is once again hosting a series of free workshops designed to help residents interested in improving their career status... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels’ signature downtown festival, Saengerfest, returns for its 22nd year on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, from 12pm to 10pm in historic downtown New Braunfels... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is hosting several meetings on April 8th, 2025, to discuss and receive input on portions of the Land Development Ordinance (LDO)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels, in partnership with Gruene Shredding, is inviting residents to participate in the upcoming Shred Day event, set for Saturday, April 19th, 2025, from 8am until 12pm in the parking lot of New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
Two New Braunfels City Councilmembers recently earned the Texas Municipal League Institute (TMLI) Certified Municipal Official designation... Read on...
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today is celebrating the City of New Braunfels for achieving the highest levels of transparency in the Comptroller’s Transparency Stars program, which is marking its 10th year... Read on...
Mary Ann Labowski, the District 5 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a District Forum on Saturday, March 29th, 2025, from 10am to 11:30am at the Main Branch of the New Braunfels Public Library... Read on...
On today’s date (03-14-25), at approximately 3:40pm, the New Braunfels Fire Department and New Braunfels Police Department were called to the 500 block of Peace Avenue at Cypress Bend Park for reports of a possible drowning... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and Comal County are continuing to urge residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals on the heels of a recently confirmed case of rabies... Read on...
Newly hired New Braunfels Police Chief Osbaldo Flores is hosting a series of Meet and Greet events in order to introduce himself to residents and to continue the process of engaging with the New Braunfels community... Read on...
Andrés Campos, the District 1 representative on New Braunfels City Council and Mayor Pro Tem, will host a District Forum on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, from 6pm to 7pm at the Westside Library Branch Campus, inside the Westside Community Center... Read on...
As the City of New Braunfels continues efforts to implement the South Castell Visioning Plan, two Texas legislators have filed bills to help move an integral part of that plan forward... Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library has been selected to receive the 2024 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association... Read on...
After nearly nine years of dedicated service, the New Braunfels Public Library's bookmobile, the RIOmobile, has reached the end of its operational life... Read on...
D. Lee Edwards, the District 3 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a Council Connect Citizen Forum on Wednesday, February 26th at 6pm at New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is warning local property owners about an email fraud scheme targeting those currently doing business with the City’s Planning and Development Services Department... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is seeking community input on potential updates to zoning standards for the downtown area through the Downtown New Braunfels Form-Based Code Stakeholder and Preference Surveys... Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library is seeking applications from local teenagers that are interested in participating in a newly-formed Library Teen Advisory Board... Read on...
Ice and snow accumulation during the overnight hours has prompted an extension of the delayed opening for City of New Braunfels facilities and the postponement of garbage and recycling collection... Read on...
The National Weather Service is predicting winter weather conditions across South Central Texas and a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Comal County and Guadalupe County to include the City of New Braunfels, until 6pm on Tuesday, Jan. 21st. Read on...
Forecasters with the National Weather Service are predicting winter weather conditions this weekend and early next week across South Central Texas, including freezing overnight temperatures and the possibility of a mix of winter precipitation... Read on...
In the wake of devastating urban wildfires in southern California, the City of New Braunfels and New Braunfels Utilities want to reassure local residents that the local firefighting infrastructure is ready should similar fires begin here... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and Comal County are urging residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals on the heels of another confirmed case of rabies... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24th, and Wednesday, Dec. 25th, 2024, in observance of the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th, 2024, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday... Read on...
Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels will once again play host to the official kickoff of the holiday season when thousands of twinkling lights are turned on and Santa makes his arrival in New Braunfels! Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Transportation & Capital Improvements Department is hosting an open house-style public meeting on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024, in order to provide an update to residents on the Drainage Area Master Plan... Read on...
On today’s date (10-24-24), at approximately 9:15am, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department responded to the 6000 block of I-35 South for a report of a collision between an 18-wheeler and a pedestrian... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to honor local veterans at this year’s Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony in downtown New Braunfels, beginning at 10am on Saturday, November 9th, 2024... Read on...
In just its first year, the City of New Braunfels Police Department's dedicated DWI Unit has had a significant impact in making New Braunfels streets safer. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has launched a nationwide search for the next Chief of Police ahead of the departure of current Chief Keith Lane at the end of October... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has been named the winner of the 2024 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels, in partnership with Gruene Shredding, is inviting residents to participate in this year’s Shred Day event, set for Saturday, October 19th, 2024, from 8am until 12pm in the parking lot of New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is now accepting applications from tax exempt, non-profit arts and heritage organizations for funds collected through the local Hotel Occupancy Tax... Read on...
On today’s date, 10-01-24, at approximately 12:20am, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 900 block of the I-35 North frontage road for a report of a shooting in the parking lot of Applebee’s... Read on...
Beginning October 7th, 2024, the City of New Braunfels Fire Station #5 will be undergoing major renovations, prompting the temporary relocation of Fire Department personnel and equipment... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels now has five facilities that provide sensory-friendly resources for those in the community that have sensory-related needs... Read on...
The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded the City of New Braunfels a $700,000 grant through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant program to fund the completion of a citywide right-of-way assessment. Read on...
On September 22nd, at approximately 8pm, officers with the City of New Braunfels Police Department were called to the 1200 block of Roaring Falls for a report of a disturbance in progress... Read on...
Following unanimous approval from New Braunfels City Council in August, changes to garbage and recycling collection will begin the week of September 30th, 2024... Read on...
The New Braunfels Police Department and the Comal County Sheriff’s Office are teaming up to remind residents and visitors to New Braunfels and Comal County that there are three easy steps that can be taken to avoid becoming a victim of vehicle burglary...... Read on...
On September 22nd, 2024, contractors for the City of New Braunfels will begin work repairing and resurfacing Walnut Avenue from Landa Street to Business 35... Read on...
On Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, the City of New Braunfels will hold a ceremony marking the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks on New York City, Washington D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania... Read on...
On September 3rd, 2024, contractors for the City of New Braunfels will begin work on the Common Street Pedestrian Improvement Project, adding a number of pedestrian amenities along Common Street from Liberty Avenue to Loop 337... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is proud to reflect on the evolution and growth of the New Braunfels Public Library under the tenure of retiring Library Director Gretchen Pruett. Read on...
At their meeting on August 12th, 2024, New Braunfels City Council gave unanimous approval to changes affecting solid waste collection and operations... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Fire Department is proud to mark the 5th anniversary of its pioneering Whole Blood Program, which has significantly improved emergency medical services and patient outcomes since its launch in August 2019... Read on...
Each year the City of New Braunfels budget allocates funds for street maintenance projects to be completed throughout the next fiscal year... Read on...
On July 6, 2024, at approximately 5pm, the New Braunfels Police Department was dispatched to the 900 block of Pumpkin Ridge for a welfare concern about a female who had made threats to harm herself and her boyfriend... Read on...
This July, the City of New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Department will be celebrating National Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will hold an open house-style public meeting centered around the feasibility study for Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the Dry Comal Creek Trail project... Read on...
The annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular returns to the skies over Landa Park this Independence Day, starting at approximately 9:15pm on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, and longtime partner H-E-B is returning as a sponsor for this year’s event... Read on...
The National Weather Service is predicting heavy rains across much of South Central Texas, beginning Wednesday morning and lasting into Thursday afternoon, prompting concerns about the possibility of flash flooding... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels was once again recognized with the Triple Crown Award for FY 2022 from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has received word from the U.S. Department of the Interior that the Comal River has been named a National Water Trail... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will host an open house-style public input meeting to go over the preliminary designs for two projects approved by voters during the 2023 Bond Election... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is hosting a public education meeting about the ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife inside the City limits... Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library’s 2024 Summer Reading Program kicks off on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, launching a summer’s worth of reading fun and activities... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is partnering with several local agencies to host a Memorial Day ceremony honoring those military members who lost their lives serving their country... Read on...
This week, the City of New Braunfels officially began conducting Fire and EMS operations at the City’s newest fire station, Fire Station #7, located at 357 FM 306... Read on...
As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, the City of New Braunfels is reminding residents and visitors about the disposable container ordinance on the Comal River and the portion of the Guadalupe River inside the city limits... Read on...
As concerns about the deer population in New Braunfels continue, the City of New Braunfels is reminding residents and visitors that there is an established ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife... Read on...
The introduction of Squad Vehicles at the New Braunfels Fire Department has led to quicker response times and less wear-and-tear on expensive fire apparatus, making the Fire Department more efficient. Read on...
New Braunfels residents only have a few days left to take advantage of the open participation portion of the 2024 New Braunfels Community Survey, which ends on Friday, April 26th... Read on...
Andrés Campos, the District 1 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a Citizen Forum on Thursday, April 25th, from 6pm to 8pm at the Westside Branch of the New Braunfels Public Library.. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels, in partnership with Waste Management, is inviting residents to participate in this year’s Shred Day event, set for Saturday, April 20th, 2024, from 8am until 12pm in the parking lot of New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
Harry Bowers, the Mayor Pro Tem and District 3 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host the final Citizen Forum of his term on Tuesday, April 30th starting at 6pm at New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is hosting a Citywide Job Fair in an effort to fill numerous full time, part time, and seasonal positions that are currently available across several City departments... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels was recently honored by the Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS), which annually recognizes excellence and innovation in the field of parks and recreation across the state of Texas... Read on...
Two New Braunfels City Councilmembers recently earned the Texas Municipal League Institute (TMLI) Certified Municipal Official designation... Read on...
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has informed the City of New Braunfels that they will soon begin regularly scheduled litter pickup along highways inside the New Braunfels city limits... Read on...
At their meeting on March 18, 2024, New Braunfels City Council gave final approval to two revised ordinances that are designed to increase parking for residents at popular City parks along the Guadalupe River... Read on...
At their meeting on February 26, 2024, New Braunfels City Council approved three economic development projects totaling approximately $9.4 million... Read on...
New Braunfels City Council has approved the first recipient of the Downtown Business Improvement & Preservation Grant, awarding Celebrations Bridal and Prom a grant of $5,000 that will help reimburse the business for a portion... Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library has been selected to receive the 2023 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association... Read on...
On February 15, 2024, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department were called to Resolute Hospital in the 500 block of Creekside Crossing after hospital staff reported that someone had arrived at the emergency room with stab wounds... Read on...
New Braunfels City Council has unanimously approved the purchase of two parcels of land totaling 131 acres that will become one of the City’s largest public parks... Read on...
Starting Monday, April 22, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will completely close the Landa Street Railroad Underpass in order to remove and replace the retaining wall and sidewalk in that area... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) were recently awarded over $34.5 million in construction projects by the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) Transportation Policy Board... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has contracted with Texas State University to perform an archaeological survey of an area within the New Braunfels Cemetery, located at 279 S. Grape Avenue, in preparation for the “Field of Graves” project... Read on...
Recent investments in street equipment by the City of New Braunfels highlights how City Council and City Staff work together to find ways to stretch tax dollars into better roads, better drainage, and better overall quality of life for residents. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has launched Youth City University, a pilot program for local high school students that will run concurrently with the City’s already-established City University program... Read on...
Heavy rains have caused an increased flow of water in the Comal River, with the current river flow (as of this release) measuring approximately 720cfs, with poor water clarity and minor amounts of debris along the riverbanks and at the Tube Chute dam... Read on...
A large pecan tree on the City’s Main Plaza is suffering from significant decay and a fungal infection, which has led to the decision to remove the tree over safety concerns... Read on...
On today’s date (01-16-24), at approximately 2:00am, the New Braunfels Fire Department was called to the 600 block of Creekside Way for reports of a structure fire inside an unoccupied apartment unit at the Avenues at Creekside apartment complex... Read on...
Forecasters with the National Weather Service are predicting freezing temperatures across South Central Texas starting Sunday night, with a hard freeze expected Monday and Tuesday mornings... Read on...
Looking for a new job? Or ready to apply for that promotion? The City of New Braunfels Human Resources Department is hosting a series of free workshops designed to help residents interested in improving their career status... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday... Read on...
Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 class of New Braunfels City University, a free program that gives residents a first-hand look at the inner workings of their city government... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Solid Waste and Recycling Division is offering free Christmas tree drop-off and mulch pick-up for New Braunfels residents at the City Recycling Center, located at 488 South Castell Avenue (with the entrance on Butcher Street)... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25th, and Tuesday, Dec. 26th, 2023, in observance of the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Fire Marshal’s Office is seeking assistance from the public in the investigation of a suspicious house fire that occurred on Fern Avenue at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has been awarded a $3.4 million grant from the Federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels, in partnership with the Comal Trails Alliance (CTA), is proud to announce the opening of a new trail section for Panther Canyon adjacent to Landa Park... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd, and Friday, November 24th, 2023, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday... Read on...
Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels will once again play host to the official kickoff of the holiday season when thousands of twinkling lights are turned on and Santa makes his arrival in New Braunfels! Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is hosting a public workshop to get resident input on the City's Vision Zero Action Plan, which is part of a nationwide movement trying to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and severe injuries on roadways... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is implementing a Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program, and applications are currently being accepted for the Mobile Integrated Health Specialist position... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall increase of approximately $284,000 or 7.4% in sales taxes received in October (for the month of August) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to honor local veterans at this year’s Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony in downtown New Braunfels, beginning at 10am on Saturday, November 11th, 2023... Read on...
The process of updating the City of New Braunfels’ local development-related ordinances continues with a series of upcoming workshops in order to seek input from the public... Read on...
Effective immediately (10-06-23), Union Pacific Railroad has reinstated railroad quiet zones along ten railroad crossings in New Braunfels... Read on...
New Braunfels Community Arbor Day is set for Saturday, October 21st, from 9am until 12pm, and will feature a special dedication ceremony at 11am naming Founder’s Oak an official Comanche Council Oak... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is alerting residents that FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Association, will conduct a national test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) this Wednesday, October 4th, 2023, at approximately 1:20pm... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is now accepting applications from tax exempt, non-profit arts and heritage organizations for funds collected through the local Hotel Occupancy Tax... Read on...
Following the completion of road construction on West San Antonio Street between Academy Avenue and Walnut Avenue in Spring of 2020, the roadway has experienced a number of pavement failures that are not typical of a recently completed roadway... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Planning and Development Services lobby, located at New Braunfels City Hall, is temporarily closed for renovations... Read on...
At their meeting on Monday, September 11th, 2023, New Braunfels City Council approved changes to the City’s rabies vaccination ordinance that increases the period required between vaccinations... Read on...
Councilmember Andres Campos, the District 1 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a citizen forum on Wednesday, September 20th, at 6pm at the newly opened Westside Branch of the New Braunfels Public Library... Read on...
New Braunfels residents are invited to get an up close look at the essential vehicles that power our city at the Meet the Trucks event, happening Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 in Landa Park... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is seeking proposals from those interested in managing two popular Landa Park attractions, in the hopes of expanding operations and providing additional services... Read on...
On Monday, September 11th, 2023, the City of New Braunfels will hold a ceremony marking the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks... Read on...
On today’s date (08-19-23), at approximately 3:00pm, officers were called to the New Braunfels Tube Chute for a report of a missing person... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Police and Fire Departments honored two exemplary employees during a ceremony held today by the New Braunfels Noon Lions Club... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting the public to a grand opening celebration for the newly constructed Westside Branch of the New Braunfels Public Library... Read on...
Due to reduced water depth, and subsequent water clarity issues on the Comal River, the City of New Braunfels has opted to cease lifeguard operations at the City Tube Chute beginning Monday, August 14th, 2023... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will hold an open house-style public meeting about Phase 1 of the Dry Comal Creek Trail project on Thursday, August 24th, from 6pm to 7pm at New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
Gusty winds and low humidity are combining with already elevated fire dangers, creating critical fire weather conditions across South Central Texas, prompting the City of New Braunfels to ask residents to be extremely cautious... Read on...
Later this month, the City of New Braunfels will launch a permitting software improvement that will work with the City’s existing online permitting system... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $233,000 or 5.8% in sales taxes received in July (for the month of May) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has begun the process of creating its next Strategic Plan, which will lay out the City’s guiding principles, strategic priorities, mission, and vision for the future... Read on...
Each year the City of New Braunfels budget allocates funds for street maintenance projects to be completed throughout the next fiscal year... Read on...
On July 9, 2023, at approximately 2:40pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the intersection of State Highway 46 West at T-Bar-M Drive for a report of a major motor vehicle accident... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has been awarded a federal grant from FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security for the purchase of new smoke detectors and smoke detector batteries for New Braunfels residents... Read on...
House Bill (HB) 4997, which will allow Texas State Technical College (TSTC) to operate by right in Comal and Guadalupe counties, has successfully passed both chambers and has been signed by the Governor... Read on...
The annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular returns to the skies over Landa Park this Independence Day, starting at approximately 9:15pm on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, and longtime partner H-E-B is returning as a sponsor for this year’s event... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Westside Community Center will host its second annual Juneteenth Celebration this Saturday, June 17th, 2023 from 10am to 2pm. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is exploring public transportation options within the city limits as part of a Transit Development Plan that will help shape the future of transportation in New Braunfels. Read on...
The New Braunfels Public Library’s 2023 Summer Reading Program kicks off this Saturday, launching a summer’s worth of reading fun and activities. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $1.2 million or 30.6% in sales taxes received in May (for the month of March) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will be hosting an open house public meeting to go over the design plans for the proposed Alligator Creek Linear Park and Trail... Read on...
Phase 2 of the Klein Road widening project, which is part of the 2019 transportation bond program, has begun and drivers will see a complete closure of a section of Klein Road for the next several months, prompting detours around the construction. Read on...
Area veterans and residents are invited to join the City of New Braunfels in honoring our country’s veterans when the Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit makes a stop in New Braunfels on Sunday, May 21st, 2023... Read on...
The National Weather Service continues to predict heavy rains across much of South Central Texas, beginning this evening and lasting into Sunday, with the possibility of flash flooding... Read on...
The National Weather Service is predicting heavy rains across much of South Central Texas, beginning Friday evening and lasting into Sunday, prompting concerns about the possibility of flash flooding... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is partnering with several local agencies to host a Memorial Day ceremony honoring those military members who lost their lives serving their country... Read on...
New Braunfels Mayor Rusty Brockman joins other mayors from across the country in the 12th Annual National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation and asks residents to join the community challenge... Read on...
On March 30, 2023, the New Braunfels Police Department Street Crimes Unit executed two search warrants that resulted in 8 arrests and the seizure of a large amount of drugs, cash, guns, and other property... Read on...
Lawrence Spradley, the District 4 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a citizen forum on Tuesday, April 11th at 6pm at the Headwaters at the Comal... Read on...
In the coming weeks, the City of New Braunfels will be hosting a number of hiring events as part of an effort to fill more than 3 dozen full time, part time, and seasonal positions that are currently available... Read on...
Harry Bowers, Mayor Pro Tem and the District 3 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a citizen forum on Tuesday, March 28th at 6pm in the Tejas Room of New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will host a series of community presentations for residents to learn more about the propositions that are part of the upcoming bond election... Read on...
On today’s date (03-16-23), at approximately 1:45am, the New Braunfels Police Department and New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 1000 block of FM 306, near the intersection with Hunter Road, for reports of a major motor vehicle accident... Read on...
On 03-07-23, at approximately 1:15pm, an arrest warrant was served on 41-year old Bryant Shephard of New Braunfels, charging him with Improper Relationship Between an Educator and Student... Read on...
The New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Department has been honored by the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) with the 2023 Texas Gold Medal Award for cities with a population between 50,0000 and 100,000... Read on...
Beginning Monday, February 27th, 2023, the City of New Braunfels will begin work on County Line Road, from FM 1044 to FM 725. The project, which is expected to last approximately 5 months, will reconstruct that segment of County Line Road... Read on...
Registration is now open for local first responders (Police, Fire, and EMS personnel), members of the US Military, healthcare professionals, and their families to attend “Post Traumatic Purpose,” a training event led by renowned speaker Travis Howze... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is hosting a Boards & Commissions Open House from 5pm to 8pm on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023, at the Westside Community Center... Read on...
City Councilmember Christopher Willis, the District 2 representative on New Braunfels City Council, will host a series of monthly district gatherings for residents... Read on...
Following this week’s winter storm, the City of New Braunfels is offering free curbside limb and branch removal to residents for a limited time, by request... Read on...
The National Weather Service is predicting continued winter weather conditions across South Central Texas and they have extended the Winter Storm Warning for Comal and Guadalupe counties, to include the City of New Braunfels, until 6am Feb. 2nd... Read on...
The New Braunfels area, including both Comal and Guadalupe counties, remains under a Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service. Freezing rain and cold temperatures have created a potential for ice accumulation on roadways. Read on...
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 class of New Braunfels City University, a free program that gives citizens a first-hand look at the inner workings of their city government... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2023, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday... Read on...
On December 21, the New Braunfels Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents arrested a Harker Heights man on the First Degree Felony charge of Sexual Performance by a Child. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and its partners are preparing as a significant arctic blast is expected to move through the area on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed Friday through Monday, December 23rd through December 26th, 2022, in observance of the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $429,766 or 10.6% in sales taxes received in November (for the month of September) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The process of preparing for a possible bond election in May of 2023 continues with a New Braunfels City Council Workshop, set for Monday, December 5th, 2022, at 6:00pm in Council Chambers at New Braunfels City Hall... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is continuing the process of updating local development-related ordinances, and continues to seek input from the public throughout that process, including a series of upcoming workshops... Read on...
Many City of New Braunfels facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 24th, and Friday, November 25th, 2022, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday... Read on...
On 11-12-22, at approximately 8:15pm, the New Braunfels Police Department was called to the 1500 block of Lahn Road for a report of shots fired... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to honor local veterans at this year’s Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony in downtown New Braunfels... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels was once again recognized with the Triple Crown Award for FY 2020 from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $72,863 or 1.9% in sales taxes received in October (for the month of August) compared to the same month last year.. Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Transportation & Capital Improvements Department is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022, in order to provide information to residents on the Drainage Area Master Plan... Read on...
The New Braunfels Police Department has secured the arrest of a Spring Branch man on a charge of Trafficking of Persons (Texas Penal Code 20A.02), a first degree felony... Read on...
Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels will once again play host to the official kickoff of the holiday season when thousands of twinkling lights are turned on and Santa makes his arrival in New Braunfels! Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $278,978 or 6.8% in sales taxes received in September (for the month of July) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The New Braunfels Police Department has identified and detained a suspect in connection with the September 8th lockdown of New Braunfels High School... Read on...
Following a series of public input meetings held over the summer on the preliminary designs for proposed projects being considered for a possible May 2023 bond election, the Bond Advisory Committee will meet again to continue the process of narrowing... Read on...
The process for the Castell Avenue Corridor Redesign continues, with an open house public meeting scheduled so that the community can review the proposed preliminary street designs and provide input and feedback on the conceptual plans... Read on...
On September 7, 2022, at approximately 8:45pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the area of State Highway 46 South at Krause Lane for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian traffic accident... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is seeking qualified applicants to join the Solid Waste and Recycling Division team, and two hiring events have been set to interview applicants and immediately hire for a number of vehicle operator positions... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is now accepting applications from tax exempt, non-profit arts and heritage organizations for funds collected through the local Hotel Occupancy Tax... Read on...
On Sunday, September 11th, 2022, the City of New Braunfels will hold a ceremony marking the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks on New York City, Washington D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, that killed 2,977 people, including... Read on...
Ahead of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, the City of New Braunfels is making commemorative bricks available as a lasting tribute that will forever recognize a veteran’s service to our country... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $33,000 or 0.8% in sales taxes received in August (for the month of June) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall increase of approximately $684,000 or 20.5% in sales taxes received in July (for the month of May) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
The process for the proposed 2023 Bond Election continues, with a series of public meetings scheduled for the community to review the 22 proposed projects that are currently in preliminary design... Read on...
Over the last month, the New Braunfels Police Department Street Crimes Unit has been conducting operations in Landa Park to address complaints of inappropriate activities by individuals in public restrooms... Read on...
On today’s date (07-08-2022), at approximately 2:05am, the New Braunfels Police Department was dispatched to the Rivertree subdivision for multiple Burglaries of Motor Vehicles in progress... Read on...
The next Coffee with Your Council event is set for Thursday, July 14th, 2022, at 9 a.m. at Fire Station #5, located at 1250 West County Line Rd... Read on...
Each year the City of New Braunfels budget allocates funds for street maintenance projects to be completed throughout the next fiscal year... Read on...
On today’s date (07/04/22), at approximately 5:35pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 1400 block of Gruene Road along the Guadalupe River... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels and the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC - 4B Board) will ceremonially present the Brauntex Theatre with a check representing the allocation of $1.2 million approved by City Council... Read on...
A plaque dedicating the Main Plaza in Downtown New Braunfels as part of the National Register of Historic Places will be unveiled during a ceremony July 4th, 2022... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels Transportation & Capital Improvements Department is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, June 23rd, 2022, in order to provide information to the community on potential collected fee changes associated with the ... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall decrease of approximately $221,000 or 6.1% in sales taxes received in June (for the month of April), compared to the same month last year... Read on...
On May 14, 2022, at approximately 6:05pm, New Braunfels Police and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the banks of the Guadalupe River... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is now accepting applications from local non-profit agencies for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated to New Braunfels from the U.S. Department of Treasury... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels is continuing the process of updating local development-related ordinances, and continues to seek input from the public throughout that process... Read on...
Like many organizations nationwide, the City of New Braunfels is experiencing difficulties in hiring, particularly for seasonal positions like lifeguards, camp counselors, and park rangers... Read on...
Like many organizations nationwide, the City of New Braunfels is experiencing difficulties in hiring, particularly for seasonal positions like lifeguards, camp counselors, and park rangers... Read on...
Union Pacific Railroad has notified the City of New Braunfels that they have discovered a failure underneath the railroad tracks at the San Antonio St. crossing... Read on...
In response to a continued shortage in staffing for seasonal workers, the City of New Braunfels is expanding its hiring practices for lifeguards at City aquatic facilities to include 15-year olds... Read on...
New Braunfels Mayor Rusty Brockman is joining other mayors from across the country in the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation... Read on...
Applications are now available for those willing to serve on the Advisory Board for the city’s third Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ)... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels has announced an overall increase of approximately $915,000 or 29.1% in sales taxes received in November (for the month of September) compared to the same month last year... Read on...
Effective immediately by order of the Chief of Police, access to the Comal River in New Braunfels and the portion of the Guadalupe River inside the city limits of New Braunfels is temporarily closed... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels will be hosting a public input meeting to go over the preliminary designs for the proposed Alligator Creek Trail... Read on...
As New Braunfels continues to grow, one of the city’s most powerful tools for enhancing community livability is the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC). Read on...
The New Braunfels Fire Department is now offering a free, year-round medication disposal program, funded by a grant from Texas Health and Human Services... Read on...
The City of New Braunfels was recently recognized with the Triple Crown Award for FY 2019 from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)... Read on...
