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”
City seeks feedback on Unified Development Code diagnostic report
The City is seeking comments on a diagnostic report of the Unified Development Code (UDC) as part of the UDC update process. The report assesses the existing UDC and provides recommended changes and updates based on best practices, stakeholder interviews, and community input from a January 2023 online survey. Residents and stakeholders will be able … Continue reading “City seeks feedback on Unified Development Code diagnostic report”
San Gabriel Park Phase 3 improvements broke ground June 6
The City broke ground on Phase 3 of improvements to San Gabriel Park on June 6. Phase 3 of the San Gabriel Park improvements project includes a large multi-use performance pavilion, a splash pad plaza, entry monuments, roadway and parking improvements, shade shelters, a new restroom building and a new skate park. The $7.5 million … Continue reading “San Gabriel Park Phase 3 improvements broke ground June 6”
City facility closures for July 4
City of Georgetown offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. There will be normal solid waste and recycling collection on July 4. The annual Sertoma Club Family July 4 Celebration starts at 11 a.m. July 4 in San Gabriel Park. Fireworks will start about 9:30 p.m. More details … Continue reading “City facility closures for July 4”
Georgetown Bark Park improvements, dedication
Visitors to the Georgetown Bark Park, 151 Holly St., now have $25,000 in additional and improved equipment to use. The improvements are dedicated to the dogs who lost their lives in the Sept. 18, 2021, fire at a pet boarding facility. Improvements to the park include new dog agility equipment in the small-dog park, replacing … Continue reading “Georgetown Bark Park improvements, dedication”
Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer
As temperatures rise, the City wants to remind you to protect your family and pets against hot temperatures and heat-related illnesses on local summer excursions. Protect pet paws In hotter temperatures, it becomes increasingly dangerous for your dog to go on walks on concrete and asphalt. Asphalt absorbs heat throughout the day and stays hot … Continue reading “Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer”
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