More than 100 people died and at least two are still missing from the flooding, which also caused extensive architecture damage.
KERR COUNTY, Texas — Kerr County Commissioners discussed several issues around the July Fourth flooding at a meeting Monday morning.
More than 100 people died and at least two are still missing. The floods also caused extensive damage to homes, business and buildings.
The meeting began with a prayer for those impacted by the flooding followed by recognition for the first responders and support flowing in from across the country.
Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly said they’re still in the search phase while one commissioner added that the primary goal is getting closure for families.
Kelly said there’s currently a methodical process they’re using to ensure massive piles of debris throughout the community are properly burned, including in the flood-affected areas.
The judge also touched on the ongoing coordination with the state and federal government as it relates to requesting funding through FEMA, which was one of the main action items on the agenda.
But there was also a sense of frustration by Kimber Malcom, who’s married to the owner of Heart O’ the Hills camp, which was torn up in the flooding.
She emphasized the need for prompt funding, noting concerns regarding property values and the overall need to assist others whose homes and businesses were caught in the floods.
“There’s no reason for any of us to be taking out loans right now. We should donate to each other of course but there’s no need to bleed ourselves when we’re already hurting. I’m just hoping everyone will get back on their feet so we can be the community that we are and we can stay strong,” Malcom said.
On Thursday, the select committee of lawmakers will convene in Kerrville to host another hearing on the flooding. It will be hosted at the Hill Country Youth Event Center at 9:30 a.m.