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News Flash • New Braunfels • CivicEngage
News Flash • New Braunfels • CivicEngage
Das Rec 7 Year Anniversary
We’re celebrating 7 amazing years of Das Rec!
The week leading up to the big day is Spirit Week: Each day will be packed with themed activities leading up to our 7th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, July 25th! Throughout the week, there will be chances to win prizes and raffles — it&r…
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Das Rec Events & Updates
iCode Summer Camps
We have two exciting icode summer camps coming up later this summer!
July 14th to 18th: Roblox Editor Create and Code Your Own World: This camp pairs two powerful tools together: iCode & Roblox Editor! The Roblox Editor is a special coding environment used to create complete projects in Roblox. Throughout the…
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Das Rec Events & Updates
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
The annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular returns to the skies over Landa Park this Independence Day, starting at approximately 9:15pm on Friday, July 4th, 2025, and longtime partner H-E-B is returning as a sponsor for this year’s event.
Th…
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Media Releases
Access to Recreation on Comal River Reopens
Effective at 12pm today, June 14, 2025, access to the Comal River for recreation will resume.
As of this release, the Comal River flow is at approximately 160cfs. City staff has removed moderate amounts of debris and the clarity of the water on t…
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Media Releases
Das Rec Summer Camps
We’ve got an exciting lineup of camps designed to keep kids learning, playing, and having fun throughout the rest of the summer!
Summer is in full swing in New Braunfels—have you registered your kids for camp yet?
Coming up soon:
- Volleyball Complete Skills Camp | July 7 – 11
- iCode Summer Camp (Roblox Editor) | July 14 – 18
- Cheer and Dance Camp | …
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Das Rec Events & Updates
Waterway Lane Hike and Bike Trail Open House
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, at the NBU Service C…
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Media Releases
Market Plaza to Receive Texas Historical Marker
A plaque dedicating a downtown New Braunfels park as a historic Texas site will be unveiled and dedicated during an upcoming ceremony. The Texas Historical Commission has officially recognized Market Plaza as a Texas historical site, and the City of New B…
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Media Releases
Men’s 5v5 Summer Basketball League
New Summer League! This year we will be doing a Men’s 5v5 Basketball League starting in June!
League Details
- 6-week season + 2-week playoff tournament
- Governed by TAAF and local rules
- Max 12 players per roster — due before Game 1
- Limited team spots — register by June 10
- No refunds after Game 2
- Manager meeting: Wednesday, June 11 at 6…
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Das Rec Events & Updates
April 2025 – Strategic Plan Update
One year ago, in April of 2024, City Council adopted the City’s 2024-2029 Strategic Plan using feedback and input from the residents of New Braunfels. The Strategic Plan is a roadmap that guides our city toward a prosperous and sustainable futur…
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Messages from the Mayor
Manchester School of Soccer Futsal Summer Camp
Elevate your soccer skills at our Indoor Soccer Futsal Camp! Join us for a week of intensive training, tactical drills, and fun-filled matches in the dynamic world of futsal.
Our experienced coaches will guide participants through a comprehensive program designed to enhance individual technique, foster teamwork, and ignite a passion for the game. Whether you’re a budding talent or a seasoned player, our Futsal Camp pr…
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Das Rec Events & Updates
Drowning Investigation
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.
City of New…
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Media Releases
February 2025 – Year in Review for 2024
Now that 2024 is complete, I wanted to take a moment to look back and reflect on the previous year. Across all departments, our City has worked diligently to enhance services, invest in community infrastructure, and strengthen the quality of life for resi…
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Messages from the Mayor
January 2025 – City University
As the Mayor of New Braunfels, I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand how engaged and passionate our community is. Our city thrives because of the dedication of its residents—those who volunteer, serve on boards, participate in city programs, and ta…
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Messages from the Mayor
City of New Braunfels Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Closures
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. Additionally, those facilities will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1st, 2025, in obser…
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Media Releases
City Launches Solid Waste & Recycling Mobile App
The City of New Braunfels has officially launched a user-friendly mobile app called New Braunfels Waste Wise. The smartphone app is powered by Routeware and provides residents with convenient access to their garbage and recycling collection schedules, pus…
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Media Releases
McQueeney Road Rehabilitation Project
Starting Monday, December 2, crews will begin work on the McQueeney Road Rehabilitation Project, spanning from County Line Road to the IH-35 Frontage Road. The project includes:
- Mill and overlay with base repairs
- Filling sidewalk gaps along the roadway
Durin…
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Traffic Alerts
Construction on NBEDC-Funded Projects Getting Underway
Two projects funded by the New Braunfels Economic Development Corporation (NBEDC) will soon be getting underway. The NBEDC governs the use of economic development sales tax dollars to fund projects that encourage and promote the general economic welfare o…
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Media Releases
Pedestrian Fatality on I-35
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.
First res…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Shooting Investigation
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…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Officer Involved Shooting
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. Officers arrived to find a male subject who initially refused to e…
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New Braunfels Police Department
City to Hold Main Plaza Ceremony Marking Anniversary of September 11 Terrorist Attacks
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, that killed 2,977 people, including 343 fi…
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Media Releases
August 2024 – Pet Adoption at HSNBA
The Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area (HSNBA) provides a very valuable service to our community by providing food, shelter, and attention to lost, missing, and abandoned pets while the animals wait for their owners to find them or for someone to ad…
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Messages from the Mayor
Homicide/Suicide Investigation
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. Neither individual had contact with fa…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
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….
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Media Releases
June 2024 – River Recreation & Rules
The beautiful rivers we have in New Braunfels play a huge role in the identity of our city. The Comal River is spring fed from the Edwards Aquifer and is home to four endangered species, while the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels gets most of its water fr…
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Messages from the Mayor
May 2024 – Historic Preservation Month
May is National Historic Preservation Month, so this month’s article focuses on our city’s history and the role historic preservation plays in our local economy.
March 21st, 2024, marked 179 years since the first settlers crossed the Guadalupe River into w…
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Messages from the Mayor
February 2024 – Strategic Plan
Later this month, the 2024 City of New Braunfels Strategic Plan will be presented to City Council. This plan will set the foundation for the next phase of our city’s growth and development, serving as a roadmap that outlines the City’s priorities and goal…
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Messages from the Mayor
NBFD Responds to Apartment Fire
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…
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Media Releases
January 2024 – Hike and Bike Trails
It’s no secret that New Braunfels has a lot going for it – excellent food, shopping, music, and recreation that pulls people in from all over. However, there’s something missing: more ways to get around town, more ways to stay active, more ways to enjoy o…
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Messages from the Mayor
City of New Braunfels Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Closures
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. Additionally, those facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1st, 2024, in observance …
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Media Releases
Downtown Holiday Lighting and Santa’s Arrival
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!
The annual downtown lighting event is set for Friday…
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for August
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment …
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Media Releases
Meet the Trucks Event in Landa Park Sept. 23rd
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.
Meet the Trucks is a free, family event where kids and…
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Media Releases
City to Hold Main Plaza Ceremony Marking Anniversary of September 11 Terrorist Attacks
On Monday, September 11th, 2023, 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 343 firef…
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Media Releases
Drowning Investigation
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. River patrol officers were on scene immediately and began searching for the missing 16-year old male from…
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New Braunfels Police Department
City Hosting Dry Comal Creek Trail Open House
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. This meeting will give residents a chance to review the design …
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for May
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment are removed, net…
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for March
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment …
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Media Releases
Access to Recreation on Comal River Reopens
Effective immediately (05/14/23), access to the Comal River in New Braunfels for recreation is open. As of this release, the Comal River flow is at approximately 190cfs (cubic feet per second). Minor amounts of debris have been cleaned up by city staff an…
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Media Releases
City Prepares for Potentially Heavy Rains
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. A Flash Flood Watch for the entire region, including C…
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Media Releases
County Line Road Reconstruction Begins
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, including the r…
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for September
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly pay…
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for August
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment a…
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Media Releases
Downtown Holiday Lighting and Santa’s Arrival
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!
The annual downtown lighting event is set for Friday…
Read on…
Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for July
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment …
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Media Releases
City to Hold Main Plaza Ceremony Marking Anniversary of September 11 Terrorist Attacks
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…
Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for May
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment are …
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for May
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment are r…
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Media Releases
Drowning Investigation on Guadalupe River
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 for a report of a possible drowning.
First respo…
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Media Releases
Building Move Permits
Purpose: This bulletin is to provide information on Building Move Permits for existing buildings, it is not applicable to manufactured homes as defined by the International Residential Code (IRC), or pre-manufactured buildings that are certified by the St…
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Planning Department – Customer Bulletins
Engineered Details
Purpose: To clarify when engineered details for monument signs or pole signage are required.
Scope: IBC Section H105.1 Signs shall be designed and constructed to comply with the provisions of this code for the use of materials, loads, and stresses.
IBC Sect…
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Planning Department – Customer Bulletins
City Hosting Roadway Impact Fee Public Meeting
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 Roadway Impact…
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Media Releases
Sales Tax Received for April
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly payment are…
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Media Releases
2022 New Braunfels Community Survey Now Available Online
Citizens are asked to provide feedback on quality of life, livability in the community, economic health, safety, transportation, and City services such as police, fire, roads, parks, libraries, and other government functions. The survey is open to all res…
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Media Releases
Fatality Motor Vehicle Accident
On January 27, 2022, at approximately 9:57pm, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department and paramedics with the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 600 block of North Business I-35 for a report of a major motor vehicle accident.
Once o…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Sales Tax Received for September
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. When the various adjustments to the monthly pay…
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Media Releases
Homicide Investigation
On October 26th, 2021, at approximately 10:30pm, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department were called to the intersection of North Live Oak Avenue and West Mill Street for a report of shots fired. Officers arrived and found a male holding a handg…
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New Braunfels Police Department
UPDATE: Comal River Reopens for Recreation
Effective at 9am today (05-20-21), the Comal River in New Braunfels will reopen for all recreation. As of this release, the Comal River flow is at approximately 284cfs. Minor amounts of debris are being cleaned up by city staff and the clarity of the wate…
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Media Releases
Fatality Motorcycle Accident
On today’s date (04-29-21), at approximately 4:35pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 1800 block of Heather Glen Drive for a report of a single-vehicle motorcycle accident.
Officers arr…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Fatality Traffic Accident
On today’s date (04-26-21), at approximately 7:20am, the New Braunfels Police Department and New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 5200 block of I-35 North (southbound frontage road) for a report of a single vehicle accident. …
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New Braunfels Police Department
Fatality Traffic Accident
On Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at approximately 1:45pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department were called to the 2900 block of I-35 North (northbound main lanes) for reports of a major motor vehicle accident.
Off…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Fatality Traffic Accident
On December 29th, 2020, at approximately 11:45pm, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department responded to the intersection of South Business 35 and McQueeney Road for a report of a single vehicle rollover accident.
Officers …
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New Braunfels Police Department
Pursuit and Arrest
On today’s date (10-28-20), at approximately 6:15pm, a New Braunfels Police officer on patrol in the 100 block of Rosa Parks Drive spotted a white Dodge Ram pickup truck that had been reported stolen out of New Braunfels earlier in the day. &…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Fatality Traffic Accident
On October 17, 2020, at approximately 10:50pm, New Braunfels Police officers were dispatched to a disturbance in progress in the 1200 block of Gruene Road. An allegedly intoxicated male had made threats against employees of a business at that lo…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Update on Homicide
The investigation into Tuesday morning’s homicide continues by the New Braunfels Police Department Criminal Investigations Division. Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians have been interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and coor…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Homicide
On today’s date (08-25-20), at approximately 2:50am, the New Braunfels Police Department and the New Braunfels Fire Department, along with the Comal County Sheriff’s Office, responded to a report of a single vehicle accident in the 390…
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New Braunfels Police Department
Robbery
On today’s date (07-14-20), at approximately 11:45am, officers with the New Braunfels Police Department were called to the 800 block of Loop 337 for reports of a robbery that had just occurred outside of that Wells Fargo Bank location.
Officers a…
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New Braunfels Police Department
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