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TRAIL EXPANSION UPDATE
The trail expansion project is about 50% complete, and should be finished by the end of the summer. 4 steel pedestrian bridges are being fabricated, 3 trail heads are underway, and about 50% of the 10' wide concrete trail is currently installed.

The current expansion project will connect the Trails of Herff Ranch neighborhood and schools to City Park, and will connect the Patrick Heath Public Library to the Old No. 9 Trail.
RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE RATES INCREASING SLIGHTLY
City of Boerne residential customers that have their garbage and recyclables collected through the City’s contract with Waste Management will see a slight increase (just over 2%) in their monthly garbage bill.
Attention City of Boerne Garbage Customers: It's almost time for spring bulky item pick-up! The deadline to get your address on the list is April 20, and crews will begin curbside pick-ups on April 23.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to sign up over the phone, please contact Customer Service at (830) 249-9511, Option 1.
Utilities customers that choose to pay their bill over the phone with a credit/debit card will now be charged a $1.25 Technology Fee as part of a new automated secure payment system to prevent credit card fraud and identity theft. The Fee will appear as a separate transaction on your credit card/bank statement.

Click below to learn more about the Technology Fee and take a look at other options for paying your Utility bill.
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
Get your Easter basket ready and head out to Boerne City Lake this Saturday, March 24 at 10:30 am for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt! This FREE community event offers egg hunts for different age groups (ages 3 & under, 4-6, 7-9 and 10+), and entertainment for all, including a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

All entrance fees at Boerne City Lake will be waived until noon.
Registration is open for Get Fit Boerne! Sign up today and get access to over 500 free fitness classes throughout the month of April.

This program is organized by our  Boerne Parks & Recreation Department and includes some great seminars from the  Patrick Heath Public Library !
Enjoy a girls' night out at the Hill Country Mile's Spring Diva Night on March 29! Your favorite shops will be open until 9 pm, and many will offer exclusive discounts, raffles, and freebies.

Come early for or stay late for an evening of fun, friends, and fantastic finds! Click below for more info.
GOOD FRIDAY CLOSURE
In honor of Good Friday, the City of Boerne offices will be closed on Friday, March 30. Garbage and recycling pick-ups will stay on the normal schedule.

If you have a Utilities-related issue during this time, you can call our after-hours hotline at (830) 248-1633.
MAYOR'S CORNER
Don't miss the Mayor's monthly message for March, which includes lots of great info for spring.

Also, be sure to like the Mayor Mike Schultz Facebook Page , and join Mayor Mike for his next Facebook Live on March 29.
HEROES FOR THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
March is Red Cross Month, and the Hill Country Chapter has a goal to raise $150,000 for local programs and services. Your contributions will ensure future assistance to disaster victims and to the armed forces.
We ❤️ Our Community Partners!

The City of Boerne is proud to support the following partner organizations. Visit their websites to see how you can get involved in the Boerne community.

CITY OF BOERNE

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Boerne, TX 78006

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