Councilwoman Escorted Out of Kirby City Meeting Amid Budget Debate

San Antonio, TX, September 25, 2026 —

A Kirby City Council meeting reached a contentious end Thursday evening, resulting in Councilwoman Susan Street being escorted from the premises. The incident occurred as Street persistently questioned city leaders regarding several key fiscal matters, including the proposed budget, compensation for firefighters, and a proposed administration fee.

Councilwoman Street’s departure followed a prolonged exchange where she reportedly sought detailed explanations and assurances on the financial planning and allocation presented by city officials. The specific details of the proposed budget, the status of firefighter pay negotiations or adjustments, and the justification for the potential administration fee were central to her line of questioning.

Eyewitness accounts suggest that the atmosphere in the council chambers grew tense as Councilwoman Street continued to press for answers. The exact reasons for her eventual escort from the meeting were not immediately specified, nor was the identity of the individual(s) who escorted her. The meeting adjourned shortly thereafter.

Further details regarding the specific figures in the proposed budget, the current firefighter pay scale, or the projected revenue and purpose of the administration fee were not provided in the immediate aftermath of the meeting. The contractor’s name, if applicable to any financial proposals, was also not provided.

City officials present at the meeting have not yet released a formal statement detailing the events leading to Councilwoman Street’s removal or addressing the substance of her budget and pay concerns. The outcome of the discussions on the proposed budget, firefighter compensation, and the administration fee remains pending further deliberation or clarification.

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