The Lead Live Podcast: Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country CEO Austin Dickson and Chief Strategy Officer Greg Richards discussed the long-term flood recovery.
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country CEO Austin Dickson and Chief Strategy Officer Greg Richards discussed the long-term flood recovery.
Professor Chris Distel, a conservation and ecology specialist, previewed the upcoming Texas Water Symposium, set for Thursday,
The hosts highlighted a busy week in Kerr County, including events like Bubbles and Beads, a protest, a bike festival, and the Field of Honor.
Kyla Gesell of SouthStar Bank warned about rising AI scams, including AI imagery with hazardous links, fake online listings, and voice cloning used to trick victims. She advised individuals to "think twice and double-check."
Financial advisor Andrew Gay discussed the Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate decision, with markets expecting a 0.25 percent cut.
Sports highlights included local high school football rivalry games and a visit from San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who was "mobbed" by children from Hunt Middle School. Shriner University is launching the Shriner Alliance membership program, and Ingram Warrior Homes is hosting a raffle.
Rice addressed local tax rates and federal funding, clarifying a 2-cent increase per $100 of assessed value. He warned of potential delays in FEMA payments for flood recovery if federal funding is not secured past Sept. 30.
The city council approved a temporary disaster tax rate increase of 7.98 percent, expected to generate an additional $336,000 for flood recovery. City leaders are also addressing significant financial challenges, including borrowing for new police vehicles and fixing an employee health insurance issue.