BUDA — After serving as a regional shelter for Hays County since 2012, the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter announced in 2024 that it will no longer make its services available to the cities of Kyle and Buda. At its Jan. 20 meeting, Buda City Council voted to further an interlocal agreement (ILA) with the city of Kyle and Hays County to shelter animals going forward.
On the same night, Kyle City Council agreed to the contract on its end. The Hays County Commissioners Court gave its approval on Jan. 6.
Under the ILA, a new shelter will be constructed on land already owned by Kyle. According to Buda Police Chief Bo Kidd, a portion will be designated for and accessible to Buda’s animal population. The design plan will be finalized during the 2026-27 fiscal year, with construction aiming to be completed in 2027.
