City of Georgetown seeks applications for Civic Leadership Academy
The City of Georgetown’s Civic Leadership Academy, which was established in 2021, seeks to educate, connect, and inspire leaders to develop a strong commitment to community service for the greater good of Georgetown. The academy provides a learning experience for existing and emerging leaders to understand City services and functions while building the skills and … Continue reading “City of Georgetown seeks applications for Civic Leadership Academy”
Labor Day closures
City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 4., for the Labor Day holiday. This includes these locations: Airport Terminal, 500 Terminal Drive Animal Shelter, 110 Walden Drive Art Center, 816 S. Main St. City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. St. Council and Courts Building (including Municipal Court), 510 W. Ninth … Continue reading “Labor Day closures”
City purchases land for southeast park
The City of Georgetown has acquired 35 acres of parkland near the intersection of SE Inner Loop and Southwestern Boulevard for a future park on the southeast side of the city. A park on the southeast side of Georgetown was identified as a priority in both the 2009 and 2022 Parks Master plans. “Creating a … Continue reading “City purchases land for southeast park”
City asks for residents’ feedback about next year’s budget
The City of Georgetown is asking the public to share comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget through an online comment box, which will be up through Aug. 20. Members of the public also can attend any of the public hearings through the budget adoption process. Public comments and feedback will be provided to … Continue reading “City asks for residents’ feedback about next year’s budget”
Georgetown lifeguards help test new American Red Cross training tool
The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department was selected as one of only two cities in the U.S. to participate in beta testing for the American Red Cross’s new Lifeguard VR Training App in early 2023. Virtual reality technology addresses the challenges of drowning prevention and revolutionizes how lifeguards practice surveillance, delivering a more … Continue reading “Georgetown lifeguards help test new American Red Cross training tool”
Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10
The popular event Kittens in the Library returns Aug. 10 to the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St. Kittens from the Georgetown Animal Shelter will turn up the charm to play, snuggle and purr their way into a new family. Kittens will be available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adoption fees … Continue reading “Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10”
Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2023 Round II
The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board approved $14,944 in grants in July to local arts and culture organizations to help with funding local arts and culture programming that includes orchestra performances, theatre performances, and a cultural festival in Georgetown. The funding is for events in Georgetown taking place between Oct. 1, 2023, and March 31, … Continue reading “Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2023 Round II”
Georgetown expands outage texting service to water customers
Beginning Aug. 1, Georgetown water utility customers will receive a text message letting them know they are now enrolled in the City’s real-time, water outage texting service. Once launched, enrolled customers will be able to receive real-time updates via text message to and from 512-930-3640. Water outages must still be reported by phone by calling … Continue reading “Georgetown expands outage texting service to water customers”
Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo provides feedback, learning opportunities for multiple City projects, plans
The City of Georgetown is hosting the Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo on Aug. 3 to give residents and business owners the chance to help shape our community’s future, as well as to share what you love about Georgetown, ideas, and concerns. Bring your family from 6-8 p.m. to City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King … Continue reading “Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo provides feedback, learning opportunities for multiple City projects, plans”
South San Gabriel Trail expansion opened June 22
A new section of the South San Gabriel Trail, connecting University Avenue to the Wolf Ranch subdivision, opened June 22. The 0.7-mile trail was designed by Halff and Associates and constructed by Lone Star Site Works. The construction cost for the project was $1.2 million and was paid for by the 2008 voter-approved parks bond. … Continue reading “South San Gabriel Trail expansion opened June 22”
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