Welcome to the City of Bandera’s Community Engagement Portal —
a place where neighbors stay connected, ideas are shared, and community pride continues to grow.
Known as the “Cowboy Capital of the World,” Bandera is a community deeply rooted in Texas heritage, western culture, and small-town hospitality. Surrounded by the beauty of the Texas Hill Country, Bandera blends rich history, scenic landscapes, and a strong sense of community that continues to shape its future. From its historic downtown and iconic cowboy traditions to the rivers, ranches, and local businesses that define the area, Bandera is a place where tradition and progress ride side by side. Whether you are a lifelong resident or new to the community, you are an important part of what makes Bandera special.
This portal was created to help residents stay informed, engaged, and connected to the future of Bandera. Here, you can follow city projects, provide feedback, participate in community initiatives, and stay involved in the decisions that shape our city.
In Bandera, community spirit runs deep and every voice matters. We encourage you to stay involved, share your ideas, and help us continue building a city we are all proud to call home.
Review the Preliminary Draft Chapters
The preliminary draft documents below will be released as they become ready for City review. Please review each section carefully and provide any comments, revisions, or recommendations to help guide final development and ensure alignment with the City of Bandera’s vision and priorities.
Outlines the purpose and structure of the plan, providing a background and description of the city.
Describes the city's setting and identifies local hazard risks, aligning with the Hazard Mitigation plan.
Includes current estimates and distributions of the population, projections for the next 20 years, and analyses of income, education, and employment trends.
Analyzes the existing housing stock, including the number of total units, single-family homes, multi-family homes, and vacancy rates.
Analyzes existing land use covering every parcel within the city's jurisdiction. It discusses growth constraints, smart growth planning principles, and future land use and thoroughfare plans for the next 20 years.
Evaluates the current street system, pedestrian conditions, and transportation infrastructure, including airports, transit, and railroads.
Provides an overview of public facilities such as parks, trails, recreation systems, schools, libraries, health care facilities, and other public amenities.
Detailed descriptions of the city's infrastructure include the water system, wastewater system, storm drainage system, and power systems (electric and gas).
Lists projects by type and planned year of construction.
