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A first look at a new Kerrville neighborhood for survivors of deadly July 4 floods
By Courtney Friedman, Adam B. Higgins at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has spent $82 million on recovery as a part of the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund established July 4, 2025 — the day of historic flooding in the Hill Country. The figure includes mental health, economic recovery and environmental restoration, but ...
Key takeaway The figure includes mental health, economic recovery and environmental restoration, but ...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The new Mariposa Community in Kerrville marks a significant step in the region's flood recovery efforts, with 10 new houses built for survivors. This development is particularly noteworthy given the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's substantial investment in housing, which accounts for 43% of the $82 million spent on recovery. As the foundation's CEO Austin Dickson noted, housing is the foundation upon which every other aspect of recovery depends. The fact that 130 families have been permanently re-housed and 98 more are nearing permanent housing solutions demonstrates the progress being made. With 400 people currently in temporary housing, the completion of The Mariposa Community will bring a sense of normalcy to many families, much like Wilbur Vance, who has already moved back into his rebuilt home. As the community continues to rebuild, it will be important to monitor the long-term impact of these recovery efforts on the affected families and the region as a whole.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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