The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on August 4, 2025, featured significant public concerns regarding the proposed Buc-ee's development. Residents voiced their apprehensions about potential impacts on property values, neighborhood safety, and traffic congestion.

During the meeting, several community members expressed fears that the Buc-ee's project could lead to a decline in property values and alter the character of their neighborhoods. One resident highlighted the importance of limiting the store's expansion to prevent it from becoming a megastore, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to development that considers long-term implications.

Christy Ackerman, a local resident, shared her worries about the proximity of Buc-ee's to residential areas, recalling a previous development that negatively affected her neighborhood. She raised concerns about light pollution, increased transient populations, and the safety of children playing outside. Ackerman urged the commission to ensure protective measures, such as a block wall between the store and nearby homes, to mitigate these issues.

Another resident, Denise Brookmiller, focused on traffic congestion, particularly how increased traffic from the store could affect local neighborhoods and a senior center. She questioned the relevance of traffic studies conducted since the project's initial approval in 2016, suggesting that changes in the area over the years may not have been adequately considered.

The discussions underscored the community's desire for careful planning and consideration of the potential consequences of new developments. As the commission continues to evaluate the Buc-ee's project, residents hope their concerns will be taken seriously to protect the character and safety of their neighborhoods.