Waste management in Boerne is planned to change in January.

The details: In 2024, the city entered an agreement with Waste Management, with new rates taking effect in January 2025. The rates increased to $19.79.

In January 2026, these rates are expected to increase, and the company will switch to same-day trash and recycling pickup, Operations Manager Nick Montagno said. The new rates will go from $19.79 to $21.82.

Montagno said after the 2026 increase, the only increases will be for the consumer price index and fuel adjustment factors. The same-day trash and recycling service will be applied to all residents who utilize waste management services. Residents of Herff Ranch will have their trash pickup days moved to Thursdays.

Montagno said residents should put their trash and recycling receptacles three feet apart. While pickup for both will occur on the same day, the receptacles will be collected at different times during those days. Changes to waste management will go into effect Jan. 5.

A new model building store has opened its doors in Boerne, offering a selection of historic models, gaming models and other products for hobbyists.

A closer look: Owner of The Model Box, Stan Spooner, told Community Impact that the store focuses on providing a social setting for hobbyists.

Spooner said one goal for the business is to bring in modeling experts to share techniques and host seminars for beginners to the hobby.

Seminars will include live videos and tutorials from known modelers around the world, Spooner said. The goal is to have more events following the start of the new year, with updates being posted to the business's social media pages. While offering a space for people invested in the modeling hobby, the business also offers a place for kids to get involved or have parties.

• 1022 N. Main St., Boerne

As part of the Transportation Improvement Program, the San Antonio City Council approved an $800,000 advanced funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for a multimodal planning study of Harry Wurzbach Road Dec. 4.

The gist: Located in districts 2 and 10, the study will provide design planning concepts for either high-capacity transit or traditional transit services with multifaceted aspects,which will include vehicle safety, pedestrian mobility, mobility access and relieving traffic congestion. The study on Harry Wurzbach Road will stretch from I-410 to Fort Sam Houston Gate on San Antonio Boulevard.

The background: In anticipation of the city growing by 1 million people by 2040, the city initiated the SA Tomorrow Multimodal Transportation Plan, which is a multifaceted planning initiative designed to accommodate this growth and ensure transportation corridors are properly prepared, according to city documents.  

A new shift in Northside ISD's schedule and dining updates highlight Community Impact's coverage of the San Antonio Metro the week of Dec. 8-12.

• Northside ISD closing campuses during high school lunch periods
• A new all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant open in New Braunfels
• Texas Roadhouse debuts in New Braunfels
• Other dining updates like a new McDonald's and Topgolf
• NBU begins work on $7 million project