Paul Barwick is Boerne senior planner. James Abell is Boerne regional design team leader. Their walking visit of Boerne served as a “reconnaissance mission” for Abell. Barwick says the city will begin gathering public input through meetings and focus groups.

Paul Barwick, middle, and James Abell, right, discuss city planning with Bill Zaner at Zaner’s gallery on Main Street on Saturday.

Paul Barwick and James Abell chat with Preachor Taylor of River Road Paddle Boats during Abell’s weekend visit to Boerne. Paul Barwick (right) chats with Boerne local Joe Snedden, who was fishing at Cibolo Creek.

Paul Barwick and James Abell talk to Boerne fisherman Jackie Wilson.

Photos by David Basarich