City of Devine

What City of Devine does

The City of Devine is a municipal government entity incorporated in Medina County, Texas, providing statutory public services to residents and businesses within its city limits. Its functional portfolio spans utilities (water, sewer, garbage collection via Republic Services and Alamo 1), public safety (police under Chief Joe Brown III, animal control, municipal court), code compliance and permitting, parks and recreation (two city parks, a community center, and the Driscoll Public Library), emergency management, and a municipal airport. Governance follows a mayor–council structure with Mayor Butch Cook and City Administrator David Jordan leading day-to-day operations.

The city's underlying technology is a stack of third-party civic SaaS platforms rather than proprietary infrastructure. Resident-facing services are delivered through five channels: walk-in City Hall at 303 S. Teel Drive, a drive-through payment window, online portals via Municipal Online Payments (utility bills and court fees), iWorQ (building permits and code enforcement reporting), and TextMyGov (24/7 keyword-based SMS at 830.455.3656). Emergency notifications flow through Facebook, the city website, and I-Info. The technology footprint is digital-modernization oriented with no documented AI/ML components.

Revenue mechanics are municipal: ad valorem property taxes, recurring monthly utility charges (water base rate $56.52 plus tiered consumption, sewer $45.11 for first 1,000 gallons plus $5.00/1,000 gallons excess effective October 2025, garbage $27.57/month), court fines, and one-time permits and licenses (Certificate of Occupancy $92.30, Temporary Sales Permit $20, Variance $50). The capital structure is supplemented by certificates of obligation, CDBG grants, and a newly established Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ). Customer segments are Residents (primary) and Local Businesses (primary), with secondary segments of Visitors and Devine ISD students/families.

Name

City of Devine

Legal name

City of Devine, Texas

Website

https://cityofdevine.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The City of Devine is a municipal government in Medina County, Texas, providing utilities, public safety, permitting, parks, library, and court services to residents and businesses within its city limits through City Hall, online portals, and SMS channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Public Finance Activities (921130), Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (926150), Sewage Treatment Facilities (22132), Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities (922)

SIC

Water Supply (4941), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Planning, Zoning, Permitting & Code Enforcement (BPAIACAE), Municipal Tax & Revenue Administration (Local) (BPAIACAD), Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), Solid Waste & Recycling Services Administration (BPAIACAH), City Clerk/Records, Elections & Civic Engagement (BPAIACAB), Municipal Wastewater Collection (Sewer Networks) (BPALAMAA)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Water and sewer utilities
• Waste collection services
• Police and code enforcement
• Business permits and licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Devine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Ad valorem property taxes levied annually to fund city operations and services.
2. Utility Billing (Water, Sewer): Monthly water and sewer service charges based on meter size and usage, with tiered rate structures for residential and commercial customers. Base rates vary by meter size from $56.52 to $1,351.05, plus per-1,000-gallon charges.
3. Garbage Collection Fees: Residential waste collection at $27.57 per month, with additional charges for extra waste wheels.
4. Municipal Court Fees and Fines: Court fees collected from citation payments and municipal court proceedings.
5. Permits and Licenses: Certificate of Occupancy fees ($92.30), temporary sales permits ($20), construction permits, and business licenses including TABC permits for alcoholic beverage sales.
6. Certificate of Obligation Bonds: Tax notes and certificates of obligation issued for capital projects and infrastructure improvements.
7. Edwards Aquifer Authority Fee: Flat fee charged to water accounts based on annual permit fees required by the Edwards Aquifer Authority.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

City of Devine is a municipal government that provides essential public services to residents and businesses within its city limits, including water and sewer utilities, trash collection, police and code enforcement, municipal court, business permits and licensing, public library, parks, community center rentals, airport, animal control, and emergency management. Revenue is generated through property taxes, monthly utility charges, permit fees, and municipal court fines, with service delivery available via City Hall walk-in, drive-through window, online portals, and 24/7 texting.

Product overview

City of Devine is a municipal government offering a comprehensive portfolio of public services rather than a commercial product. The city's service portfolio includes core government administration (council meetings, permits, elections), public utilities (water, sewer, trash), public safety (police, municipal court, animal control), community facilities (library, community center, city park), code compliance, and emergency management. The city has implemented digital service enhancements including TextMyGov for citizen communications, iWorQ portals for permits and code enforcement, and Municipal Online Payments for utility and court fee payments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water and Sewer Utility Services Monthly water and sewer service for residential and commercial customers within Devine city limits and surrounding areas, with tiered rate structures based on meter size and usage. Water base rates range from $56.52 to $1,351.05 by meter size, plus per-1,000-gallon charges; sewer rates effective October 2025 are $45.11 for first 1,000 gallons plus $5.00 per 1,000 gallons excess.
• Garbage and Trash Collection Residential waste wheelers at $27.57 per month with additional charges ($13.24) for extra waste wheels. Includes brush and bulk pick-up on a scheduled basis.
• Police Department Services Law enforcement services led by Chief Joe Brown III, including patrol operations, criminal investigations, animal control, code compliance, and school resource officer program.
• Municipal Court Services Court services for municipal violations with online citation payment available through Municipal Online Payments.
• Code Compliance and Permits Building permits, inspections, zoning, floodplain management, subdivision regulations, and ordinance enforcement through the iWorQ portal. Includes Certificate of Occupancy ($92.30), Temporary Sales Permit ($20), and Variance applications ($50).
• Driscoll Public Library Public library services providing cultural, informational, and educational resources to the community, located at 202 E. Hondo Ave.
• Community Center Rentals Event venue rental at 200 E Hondo for meetings, conferences, trade shows, dances, banquets, fundraisers, birthday parties, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, and reunions.
• Animal Control and Pet Adoption Animal shelter services and pet adoption programs for the community.
• City Park and Recreation Facilities Two city parks with picnic tables, restrooms, sitting benches, large jungle gym, swing set, walking path, and open playing area. Used for community events and outdoor recreation.
• Municipal Airport City-owned airport with Airport Manager and advisory board oversight.
• Emergency Management Services Disaster preparedness and emergency notifications through multiple platforms including Facebook, website, TextMyGov, and I-Info.
• TextMyGov Citizen Text Service 24/7 text messaging service allowing citizens to text keywords (WATER, SEWER, CODE COMPLIANCE, ANIMAL CONTROL, REPORT A CRIME, COUNCIL MEETING INFO, UTILITY PAYMENTS, ELECTRICAL AND INTERNET SERVICES) to 830.455.3656 for city information and assistance.
• Online Utility Bill Payment Online payment system for utility bills and garbage payments available 24/7 at devinetx.municipalonlinepayments.com, with drive-through and in-person payment options at City Hall as alternatives.
• Government Administration Services Core municipal government services including council meetings, city leadership, public notices, city ordinances, annual reports, city forms, employment opportunities, and election information.
• Public Works Department Infrastructure management including water and sewer services, trash and recycling collection, streets, and municipal utilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Police Chief budget management of $2 million

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Devine Chamber of CommercecoreOthersThe City of Devine maintains a partnership with the Devine Chamber of Commerce to support local businesses, provide a business directory, and collaborate on community events including the Fall Festival.
• Devine Independent School District (Devine ISD)coreOthersThe city supports the school district through school resource officer programs and community engagement. Devine ISD provides education services for Pre-K through 12th grade across four campuses.
• Devine Market AssociationminorOthersPartner organization hosting Cactus-Fest event and potentially other market activities in the community.
• Republic ServicescoreOthersContracted waste collection provider for all refuse collection and disposal within the City. Citizens report service issues to 830-663-2804.
• Alamo 1minorOthersWaste-hauling contractor handling trash pickup and yard-waste disposal for Devine residents.
• Texas Parks & Wildlife DepartmentminorOthersThe Devine Garden Club promotes Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Program to help residents transform backyards into wildlife habitats.
• Edwards Aquifer AuthoritycoreOthersThe Edwards Aquifer Authority implements water use restrictions and stage-level critical period management. The City of Devine enforces these restrictions and collects associated fees from water accounts.
• Devine Fire DepartmentcoreOthersThe City has contracted out Devine Fire to handle fire alarm and sprinkler system plan review and inspections, annual fire safety inspections, and fireworks enforcement.
• Medina CountycoreOthersMedina County Clerk processes Assumed Name Certificates for businesses. Medina County Sheriff's Office answers utility department phone lines after hours and on weekends/holidays.
• Text My GovcoreTechnology or IntegrationText My Gov provides 24/7 text messaging technology enabling citizens to text keywords for city information including water, sewer, code compliance, animal control, council meetings, and utility payments.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• City of Seguin, Texas: Larger South Texas city with municipal utilities, police, court, permitting, and parks at greater scale. Seguin is comparable as a broader incumbent whose prior chief (Joe Brown III) is now at City of Devine, making it a meaningful labor-market and operational benchmark.

Direct peers

• City of Poteet, Texas: Small municipality in Atascosa County offering core municipal services including utilities, police, and permitting. Poteet is comparable to Devine in scale and the rural Texas municipal operating model.
• City of Jourdanton, Texas: County seat of Atascosa County providing a comparable package of municipal services to a similarly sized population. Jourdanton is a relevant operational peer for small-town Texas governance.
• City of Hondo, Texas: Medina County seat and a small Texas city offering a comparable portfolio of utilities, police, municipal court, and code compliance. Hondo is a relevant benchmark for governance structure and operational scale.
• City of Natalia, Texas: A very small Medina County municipality immediately adjacent to Devine with a comparable utility, police, and permitting profile. Natalia is among the closest direct demographic and operational peers.
• City of Castroville, Texas: Also located in Medina County, Texas, Castroville is a similarly sized small municipality providing water, sewer, police, permits, and code enforcement to its residents. It is directly comparable to City of Devine in service mix, population scale, and county-level regulatory context.
• City of Lytle, Texas: A small municipality south of San Antonio providing water, sewer, police, and permitting services to a similar population base. Lytle is comparable in geographic position and service scope to City of Devine.
• City of Pleasanton, Texas: Small South Texas municipality of similar scale operating its own utilities, police department, court, and code compliance functions. Pleasanton serves as a useful peer for service-portfolio breadth in a comparable regional context.

Others

• iWorQ Systems: Permit application and code enforcement software vendor whose portals City of Devine uses for building permits and ordinance reporting. Included as a core enabling technology partner for municipal operations.
• TextMyGov: Technology vendor providing the 24/7 keyword-based citizen texting platform currently deployed by City of Devine. Included as an ecosystem participant enabling the city's digital service delivery model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thedevinetx
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@devinenews7472
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-of-devine
• Instagraminstagram.com/devinetexas

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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