The first day of school in the Alamo Area is upon us. While back to school can be an exciting time for families, it can also be hectic getting back into a rhythm. Traffic will be heavier than in summer months so ensure that you plan accordingly. Safety on the roadway is a responsibility we all must share. We encourage everyone to buckle up, give driving your full attention, pull off the road entirely and come to a complete stop before you talk or text. Additionally, don't forget to observe school zones and look for pedestrians.

Check out a few back to school reminders from the San Antonio Police Department.

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. A strategic plan serves as a blueprint for the long-term sustainability of the City, its programming, services, operations and infrastructure.

The City of New Braunfels is hosting four community visioning forums to explain the Strategic Plan process and provide residents multiple opportunities to participate.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023
New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) Service Center
355 FM 306, New Braunfels, TX 78130
12 PM - 1:30 PM

Tuesday, August 29, 2023
New Braunfels Public Library
700 East Common Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
6 PM - 7:30 PM

Thursday, August 31, 2023
New Braunfels Police Department
3030 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
12 PM - 1:30 PM

Thursday, August 31, 2023
New Braunfels Civic Center
375 S. Castell Avenue, New Braunfels, TX 78130
6 PM - 7:30 PM

If you can’t make the meetings, take the survey online! Find the survey and learn more about the Strategic Plan at newbraunfels.gov/strategicplan.

Guadalupe County is proposing to update its Major Thoroughfare Plan. The plan will provide Guadalupe County with a long-term template to plan for future transportation while making short-term decisions related to roadway funding and the preservation of developing corridors. It will also identify general alignments and roadway classifications needed to accommodate ultimate transportation needs, allow proactive planning for future roadway improvements, and facilitate mobility and connectivity throughout our growing region.

Community input is needed to help guide the development of the Major Thoroughfare Plan. Now through August 31, please provide your ideas and priorities through the online survey.

The City of San Antonio is leading a visionary effort to rethink how San Antonians move around the City. The Bike Network Plan will define a network of safe and comfortable bike facilities to connect people to their favorite places. The plan will guide how trails, bike lanes, and crossings are built and will serve as a resource to help identify where they are needed most.

To make this plan a success – your input is needed. Throughout the plan development, there will be many ways for you to have your voice heard! Take the survey at SABikeNetwork.com.

The Tour de las Misiones Bike Ride, Walk, and Run will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Mission Park Pavilions (6030 Padre Drive) from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The events will include a leisurely ride ranging from 7- to 22-miles with stops at each mission and an enjoyable 5/10K walk and run through the scenic Mission River Reach and Mission San Jose.

Participants who register by August 21, 2023, are guaranteed to receive a commemorative T-shirt and other giveaways. For more information and to register, visit https://www.worldheritagefestival.org/

Owners of electric vehicles in Texas will soon pay an additional fee when registering their vehicle. Senate Bill 505, passed by the Texas Legislature during the 88th Regular Session, adds a $200 annual fee for electric vehicle registration renewals and a $400 fee at the time of new electric vehicle purchases for the initial two-year registration period.

The new fee will be collected on electric vehicle registrations processed on or after September 1, 2023, in addition to the standard vehicle registration fees for the vehicle. Texans may renew their vehicle registration up to 90 days prior to expiration. This fee will not apply to hybrid vehicles.

Furthermore, revenue collected from the fee will be deposited into the state highway fund to help pay for roadway construction and maintenance projects.

Is construction scheduled in your area? Check out upcoming highway construction closures.