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July 4 Celebration at San Gabriel Park
The 40th annual Sertoma Club Family July 4 Celebration and fireworks display will be held at San Gabriel Park Tuesday, July 4. The event is sponsored by the Georgetown Sertoma Club with assistance from the City of Georgetown.
Activities begin at 11 a.m. at San Gabriel Park and will include live entertainment starting at noon. The festival also includes arts and crafts vendors, food vendors including a beer and wine vendor, a petting zoo, classic and antique cars, games, and rides for children and adults. The event concludes with a fireworks show at about 9:30 p.m.
Admission to the event is free; however, there are fees for some activities.
“The Sertoma Club of Georgetown and the City of Georgetown invite you to join us in the beautiful San Gabriel Park located on the San Gabriel River,” Sertoma Club President Bill George said. “This year’s 40th celebration sponsored by Sertoma is partnering with FREEDOM FUN to bring you new and exciting experiences in games, a petting farm, train rides, and many activities, plus more and affordable pricing in wrist bands and individual rides. With an increase in the number of food and craft vendors, we have something for everyone. Classic car displays and other, new items to be announced. Our stage will have entertainment after our kids’ parade starting at 11 a.m. Bring your chairs, enjoy the fun, and stay for the fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m.”
Hometown parade
The July 4th Hometown Parade in San Gabriel Park begins at 11 a.m. at the low water crossing near the College Street bridge and ends at the large pavilion. Participants should gather at 10:30 a.m. at the low water crossing. Kids are encouraged to decorate their wagons or bicycles for the parade. Motorized vehicles and pets are not permitted in the parade. The annual parade is sponsored by the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce.
The fireworks display begins at about 9:30 p.m. Fireworks will be launched from the McMaster Athletic Fields on North College Street. Fireworks can be viewed from San Gabriel Park, VFW Park, and other areas in Georgetown. The best entrance to San Gabriel Park for the event is via Morrow Street on North Austin Avenue. Please do not bring dogs to the fireworks show.
Parking
There is limited parking in San Gabriel Park. The Sertoma Club has arranged a free shuttle from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 4. Guests can park in Georgetown ISD’s stadium parking lot, behind the Richarte School District. Please bring water.
Alternatively, attendees also are encouraged to park at Georgetown High School and carpool to San Gabriel Park. Limited handicapped parking is available in the designated area on the south side of San Gabriel Park.
Both the McMaster Fields parking lot and the Parks and Recreation Administration parking lot at North College Street and W.L. Walden Drive will be closed on July 4 due to their proximity to the fireworks fall zone.
College Street and McMaster Fields closure
Due to the fireworks fall zone, North College Street will be closed from about 9 to 11 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, between the traffic circle and Holly Street. Parking, standing, or sitting along that segment of North College Street will not be permitted during this time.
The McMaster Athletic Fields will be closed all day Tuesday, July 4.
Personal fireworks prohibited
By City of Georgetown ordinance, fireworks are not allowed in the city limits of Georgetown or within 5,000 feet of the city limits, unless they are used in a permitted display authorized by the Georgetown Fire Department. This area outside city limits includes, but is not limited to, the neighborhoods of Cedar Hollow, Crystal Knoll, Escalera, Fountainwood, Indian Creek, Logan Ranch Road, Lost Rivers, Oak Crest, Olde Oak Estates, Serenada, Shady Oaks, Turtle Bend, and Woodland Park, and areas along D.B Wood Road.
Violations can lead to fines of up to $2,000 per firework. To view a map showing the 5,000-foot boundary, go to Georgetown fireworks ban area map.
Also, please ensure your dog is secure inside your home, particularly during the evenings of the holiday weekend. Georgetown animal control officers pick up several loose dogs around the Fourth of July and New Year’s holidays, many of whom are never reunited with their owners.
Tweetalong with Georgetown Public Works street crews
This week to celebrate National Public Works Week, we decided to join Public Works Streets Foreman Anthony Aquilino for a tweetalong to learn about his job, the streets crew, and to see a day in the life of our Public Works Department in Georgetown.
We started the day prepping for sidewalk repairs in the Pinnacle neighborhood in southeast Georgetown and then got to visit with crews putting in new no-parking signs, prepping for street maintenance, picking up a damaged tree that had fallen in the right of way, and ended our morning pouring concrete for the same sidewalk repairs. That’s just the tip of the iceberg of the work these crews do every day to keep Georgetown running smoothly. Other duties include picking up dead animals from city streets, trimming trees and mowing, and drainage maintenance. Aquilino said no two days are ever the same in Public Works, and sometimes you never know where the day will take you.
Aquilino said the best part of his job is serving the residents of Georgetown through Public Works projects and helping solve problems.
We joined Aquilino on Thursday, May 25, for the morning. You can relive the day with us here.
Here are some highlights from our day:
Public Works crew install framing and rebar for sidewalk repairs.
A crew pours concreate for a sidewalk improvement project in the Pinnacle neighborhood.
Public Works street crew prepares new no-parking signs to install in Old Town.
A public works employee installs a new no-parking sign in Old Town.
Public Works employees prepare a street for maintenance.City facility closures June 19
City of Georgetown offices will be closed Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. There will be normal solid waste and recycling collection on June 19.
The Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association will celebrate Juneteenth with two events June 16-17. More details are available here.
City offices closed June 19
City offices and facilities closed Monday, June 19, for Juneteenth include the following:
- 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 St.
- Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Ave.
- Grace Heritage Center, 817 S. Main St.
- Parks and Recreation Administration, 1101 N. College St.
- Planning Department, 809 Martin Luther King Jr. St.
- Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St.
- Public Safety Operations and Training Center, Police Records, and Fire Support Services offices, 3500 D.B. Wood Road
- Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave.
- Tennis Center, 400 Serenada Drive
- Visitors Center, 103 W. Seventh St.
Facilities open June 19
- Airport Terminal, 500 Terminal Drive
- Garey Park, 6450 RM 2243, will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Collection Station, 250 W.L. Walden Drive, will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pools Schedule for June 19
Both the Recreation Center and the Williams Drive pools will be closed. The River Ridge and Village pools will be open 1-7 p.m. Outdoor splash pads will be operating.
GoGeo paratransit bus service
There will be service Monday, June 19.
Regular solid waste and recycling collection
There will be regular solid waste and recycling collection for City of Georgetown customers Monday, June 19. For questions about trash or recycling collection, call Texas Disposal Systems at 512-930-1715.
The Collection Station at 250 W.L. Walden Drive will be open normal hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, June 19.
Red Poppy Festival in downtown Georgetown on April 28-30: Updated
For weather updates about the festival, go to the Visit Georgetown Facebook page.
Celebrate the City’s signature event on the most beautiful town square in Texas at the 24th annual Red Poppy Festival. The festival kicks off on Friday night and runs through Sunday with three days of music, entertainment, family fun, and features more than 100 artisan vendors.
The City is offering a variety of options for visitors to get to this year’s Red Poppy Festival. Several free public parking lots are available throughout downtown, as well as a shuttle option Saturday.
“It our favorite time of the year in Georgetown, Red Poppy Festival time,” Tourism Manager Cari Miller said. “We have a great lineup, lots to do, and we can’t wait to see everyone. I do want to remind people to plan to arrive early, be patient, and be prepared to be amongst hundreds of people, especially Saturday night.”
Volunteers needed
Each year, thousands of people attend the Red Poppy Festival. And each year, attendees generate more than 10,000 pounds of waste. Georgetown wants to recover as many recyclable materials as possible to reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill and to keep the Square beautiful. To do this, the City is asking for volunteers who want to make a difference in our community.
Volunteers will walk through the event to pick up litter, assist vendors with breaking down and stacking cardboard, and provide recycling information to attendees. No experience is needed. Sign up for a two-hour shift here.
Event schedule
Jamestown Revival is the headliner Saturday night and takes the stage at 9:30 p.m. The Walburg Boys and Wynn Williams will open for Jamestown Revival at 6 p.m. and 7:45 p.m., respectively. Longtime festival favorite Dysfunkshun Junkshun is back for the Friday night concert at 7 p.m. There is no admission charge for the concerts or other festival activities. Feel free to bring your own chair and cooler if you are coming for the day.
Other festival highlights include the Red Poppy Parade at 10 a.m. followed by the Car Show at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Wrap up the weekend on Sunday, April 30, with three special BMX Stunt Shows at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., along with the Red Poppy Festival Pet Parade at 11:30 a.m.
The Red Poppy Kids Zone is open 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The Kids Zone is free and includes an obstacle course, carnival games, basketball, peddle carts and so much more!
The City will also be celebrating its 175th anniversary during the festival at the South Main Arts District, including family activities and opportunities for the public to give feedback on several City initiatives. If you are interested in volunteering for the 175th celebration, sign up here.
Event parking
The Williamson County parking garage at Rock and Fourth streets and the public parking lot on Austin Avenue between Fifth and Fourth streets (next to The Monument Cafe) will be open during the festival. Public parking lots on Martin Luther King Jr. Street at West Eighth and West Sixth streets are also available. There is no charge for parking.
Attendees are asked to be courteous when parking on neighborhood streets and avoid blocking driveways or parking in No Parking Zones. No Parking Zone restrictions will be enforced. Parking in a No Parking Zone can result in a citation as well as your vehicle being towed.
Handicap parking is available at the parking lot at 10th and Main streets.
The City parking lot at Sixth and Main streets will be closed starting at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 27.
Free shuttles on Saturday
Free shuttles will run 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29.
Shuttles will run from the First Baptist Church, 1333 W. University Ave. and drop off at the Sunflower Parking lot located between Seventh and Eighth Streets and Rock and Martin Luther King Jr. streets, a block from the Red Poppy Stage.
Street closures
Austin Avenue closes Friday morning: Starting at 6 a.m. Friday, April 28, Austin Avenue will be closed from Sixth to Ninth streets. Traffic will be detoured to Rock Street. This is to allow the placement of the main festival stage. Austin Avenue will be closed through 11 p.m. Sunday, April 30.
Other streets around the Courthouse Square will close at 6 a.m. Friday, April 28, to allow for vendor set-up. Streets around the Square will remain closed through 10 p.m. Sunday, April 30.
Where are the poppies?
For a map showing the locations of red poppies in Georgetown, stop by the Visitors Center at 103 W. Seventh St. Or see a map at poppy.georgetown.org/things-to-do/red-poppy-tour.
For a complete schedule and more details, including information on parking and road closures, visit RedPoppyFestival.com.
Water conservation ordinance changes now in effect
New ordinances for water conservation are in effect starting April 26, 2023. These ordinances contain key elements for the continued conservation of the City’s available treated drinking water and will affect all property types across the entire City of Georgetown Water Utility.
“Georgetown is located in an area of Texas that is prone to droughts,” Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder said. “By focusing on water conservation, the City can help to ensure there is enough water to meet the needs of its residents and businesses, even during times of drought.”
Water conservation holds a key role in responsibly managing the City of Georgetown’s available water. The ordinance changes were made to promote and encourage conservation efforts across all account types within the City of Georgetown Water Utility.
“It is important that we preserve our natural resources and that when we do use them, we are doing so in a responsible and efficient manner,” Georgetown Water Utility Director Chelsea Solomon said. “The conservation ordinance is a time- and condition-based approach that considers local conditions and evaporation as a guide to make educated decisions on how to efficiently and effectively use our available water resources.”
Changes include updates to water use restrictions when the City is not in Drought Contingency (the City is currently in drought stage 2), a new fee structure, developer requirements, inspection requirements for commercial and HOA irrigation systems, and new watering timeframes for all irrigation methods. Drip, soaker hoses, and hose-end sprinklers also must adhere to the new set times for irrigation—hand watering is still allowed on any day.
The new ordinance also includes updated watering schedules across all drought phases, as well as times when the City of Georgetown is not in a stage of drought contingency. Reducing irrigation times can help conserve water and cut down on water waste. Over-irrigation can result in excess water runoff, which not only wastes water but can also lead to soil erosion, nutrient leaching, and contamination of water sources. The new ordinance will also help with the reduction of irrigation in the middle of the day during peak times, which in turn will cut down on the amount of evaporation due to high temperatures.
New DCP 2 Watering Schedule
(The City of Georgetown is currently in this phase)
| Automatic Irrigation Systems, Soaker Hoses, Drip and Hose-End Sprinklers | ||
| Last digit of property street address | Allowed watering day(s) | Allowed watering hours |
| 1 | Tuesday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| 2 or 6 | Wednesday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| 0 | Thursday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| 5 or 9 | Friday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| 4 or 8 | Saturday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| 3 or 7 | Sunday | Midnight-7 a.m. 7 p.m.-Midnight |
| |
Monday | None |
Developers, builders, and irrigation-system installers will now be required to provide instructions on the irrigation system’s design and functionality. Additionally, they must provide information to homeowners on where to find the City’s watering schedule and how to properly maintain their irrigation systems.
Council also approved an automatic irrigation system audit ordinance that requires homeowner associations and nonresidential customers to have irrigation systems inspected every two years.
The violation process and associated fee structure also were adjusted. Residential and nonresidential customers are on a different violation and fee structure, and fees will be based on the drought stage the City of Georgetown is in at the time of the violation.
At the first occurrence of a violation, customers will receive a courtesy notice. (Customers will only receive one courtesy notice in a 12-month period.) They will have 10 days to move into compliance. If there is no proof of change after the courtesy notice, a violation will be issued to the customer. If customers need more than 10 days to make repairs after the first violation has been received, up to an additional 20 days may be granted. Customers can appeal and request an administrative hearing within the first 10 days of a violation, as well. If no contact is made, an administrative fee will then be added to the customer’s account on the 11th day.
Residential Violation Structure
| Single Family Residential Violations | First Occurrence | Second occurrence in 12 month Period | Third occurrence in 12 month period | Fourth occurrence in 12 month period | Fifth and subsequent occurrence(s) in 12 month period |
| Non-DCP | Courtesy Notice | $50 | $75 | $100 | $250 |
| DCP1 | Courtesy Notice | $50 | $75 | $250 | $400 |
| DCP2 | Courtesy Notice | $75 | $150 | $300 | $450 |
| DCP3 | Courtesy Notice | $150 | $300 | $450 | $600 |
| DCP4 | Courtesy Notice | $200 | $350 | $500 | $650 |
| Administrative Hearing Cost | N/A | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee |
Non-Residential Violation Structure
| Non-Single Family Residential Violations | 1st Occurrencer | 2nd Occurrence in 12 month Period | 3rd Occurrence in 12 month period | 4th Occurrence in 12 month period | 5th and subsequent occurrence(s) in 12 month period |
| Non-DCP | Courtesy Notice | $250 | $400 | $500 | $750 |
| DCP1 | Courtesy Notice | $250 | $400 | $500 | $750 |
| DCP2 | Courtesy Notice | $500 | $600 | $800 | $800 |
| DCP3 | Courtesy Notice | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| DCP4 | Courtesy Notice | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Administrative Hearing Cost | N/A | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee | $25 or 10% of fee |
For more information about the City of Georgetown water utility, visit water.georgetown.org.
Updated: Two Step Inn Festival in San Gabriel Park on April 15-16
The City looks forward to welcoming music fans to San Gabriel Park on April 15-16 for Two Step Inn and encourages festival attendees to consider the following guidance for the best possible experience.
This page has been updated to include lane closures on Austin Avenue. Please see the street closures section below or the interactive map for more information.
Georgetown residents
- For questions about access to San Gabriel Park during the festival or to provide general feedback, please fill out this form. Select “Two Step Inn” from the dropdown menu.
- To voice a concern about noise, parking, traffic, or other issue related to the festival, please call police dispatch at 512-930-3510.
- See this map for street, lane, and facility closures, as well as where event parking is prohibited. See below for details about these festival-related closures.
- Follow the City social media platforms below for additional information for residents.
- Georgetown Police and Fire departments will be on-site to ensure all safety and fire code requirements are met.
- Georgetown Emergency Medical Services will provide on-site medical resources at the festival.
Two Step Inn attendees
- There is no event parking in the neighborhoods surrounding San Gabriel Park. Parking in front of homes, on the grass, or on unauthorized park grounds will result in a large fine during special events.
- Park rules:
- Glass is not allowed in the park.
- Do not swim in the San Gabriel River.
- Smoking is not allowed at the festival.
- Vending at the park site without a permit will result in a fine.
- Visit the Two Step Inn website to learn about:
- Bags, water bottles, and other allowed/prohibited items
- Shuttle, parking, and rideshare options
- Safety recommendations
- Submit questions to info@twostepinn.com or use the chat feature on the website by clicking the “Help” button in the lower right-hand corner.
- Follow Two Step Inn on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for live updates.
- Follow the City social media platforms below for additional and emergency-related communications during the event.
- If you or someone you’re with experiences a medical emergency and can make it to the medical tent, please do so. If unable, call 9-1-1 and provide as many details about where the medics need to go to reach the patient as quickly as possible.
Street closures
Many of the streets surrounding San Gabriel Park will be completely closed for the festival. See this interactive map for a full list of festival-related closures.
Updated April 12: The center and northbound lanes of North Austin Avenue from northeast of Morrow Street to southwest of Northwest Boulevard will be closed from 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 15, through 5 a.m. Monday, April 17. North Austin Avenue will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Please expect delays.
Full street closures start with Morrow Street from Chamber Way to the roundabout at College Street from 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, through 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 18. Chamber Way from the second Recreation Center parking lot entrance to Morrow Street will close at 12:01 a.m. Friday, April 14, to allow access to the Recreation Center and Georgetown Chamber of Commerce until 5 p.m. Friday, April 14. Chamber Way from North Austin Avenue to East Morrow Street will be closed from 5 p.m. Friday, April 14, through 6 a.m. Monday, April 17.
Additional street closures from 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 15, through 6 a.m. Monday, April 17, include:
- North College Street from Holly to College streets
- College Street from North College Street through the roundabout
- Riverhaven Drive from Weir Road, through the roundabout
Several roads surrounding the park and leading to neighborhoods will be open to local traffic only Saturday and Sunday, including:
- North Church Street
- East Spring Street
- West Valley Street
- North Myrtle Street
- East Morrow Street from Saguaro Trail to Weir Road
Event parking is prohibited in several locations around San Gabriel Park. These areas are denoted by the orange-shaded areas on the map and include North Old Town, Katy Crossing, and Parkview Estates neighborhoods.
Be aware of a large volume of pedestrians sharing the roadway in the area around the festival. If there is an emergency response to the area, please give right-of-way to allow emergency vehicles access.
Park and facility closures
Festival staging, which includes safety fencing, will begin Wednesday, April 5, and continues through Friday, April 21. This interactive map outlines impacts to the grounds and surrounding area: Click the boxes in the left-side navigation to learn how the park will close during different phases.
The Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave., will be closed from 5 p.m. Friday, April 14, through 5:30 a.m. Monday, April 17. There will be no event parking at the Recreation Center.
All of the hike and bike trails will be open during the festival except the segment in San Gabriel Park along the river. The two pedestrian river crossings on College Street and other sections of the trail will be open. This interactive map shows closures in San Gabriel Park. You can use the left navigation in the event map to select phases of closures to the park.
Due to street closures, the Georgetown Animal Shelter, 110 W.L. Walden Drive; McMaster Athletic Complex, 101 W.L. Walden Drive; and Transfer Station, 250 W.L. Walden Drive, will be closed Saturday and Sunday.
Firework show
At the conclusion of each day of the festival—about 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday—the festival will have a firework show.
Fireworks also can be upsetting for pets. Please make sure your dog(s) is secure inside your home, particularly during the evenings of the holiday weekend.
If your dog has a tendency to become anxious at loud noises, please consider staying home with the animal; playing music in the house to drown out the noise of fireworks; and/or buying a product that “hugs” the dog. Your veterinarian also may be able to provide a tranquilizer for the dog.
For more ideas on keeping your dog safe on these holidays, please see the article, “10 Fourth of July Pet Safety Tips.”
Communication during the festival
The City of Georgetown will use the following Twitter and Facebook accounts to push out relevant and time-sensitive information:
- Georgetown Police Department
- Georgetown Fire Department
- Georgetown Parks and Recreation
- City of Georgetown
- Georgetown Police Department
- Georgetown Fire Department
- Georgetown Parks and Recreation
- City of Georgetown
Two Step Inn will utilize its website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to share information with festival goers.
Community members and visitors should call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency—where there is an immediate threat to life or property—and the police non-emergency number 512-930-3510 to report a non-emergency situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Promoter/General info
Parking/Traffic
Park/Trails/Facilities
UPDATED: Cleanup for Spring events in Georgetown on May 13 rescheduled
Saturday’s cleanup events have been rescheduled or canceled due to the forecast for heavy rain forecast for May 13-15.
Community collection event rescheduled
The City’s Environmental Services team’s recycling event has been rescheduled to 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 24 at the Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Ave.
During the event, residents will be able to drop off paper for shredding, tires, mattresses, and electronics, including televisions, microwaves, computers, and cell phones. Individuals are limited to three boxes or sacks of paper for shredding and up to four tires per carload. There is no limit on electronic items. Household hazardous waste items will not be accepted.
To participate, please bring a donation to Friends of the Georgetown Public Library, which helps support the needs of the library. Accepted items include:
- Gently used books (no encyclopedias or magazines)
- Headphones
- Board games
- Arts and craft supplies
- Label makers
- Cleaning supplies
- Printer Paper
- Paper towels
- Playground/sports equipment, such as basketballs, soccer balls, yard games, hula hoops, and jump ropes.
Monetary donations will also be accepted.
Rivery Park cleanup event canceled
The May 13 riverbank cleanup at Rivery Park, 1125 Woodlawn Ave has been canceled.
Future riverbank cleanup events will be planned; however, a new date has not been selected at this time. Follow the City’s social media pages for updates: facebook.com/cityofgeorgetown and twitter.com/georgetowntx.
Household hazardous waste collection event
The City will also host a free household hazardous waste collection event from 9 a.m.-noon May 20 at the Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Ave.
The event will be available for up to 400 Georgetown solid waste customers who have solid waste service through Texas Disposal Systems. Customers must contact Customer Care at 512-930-3640 or customercare@georgetown.org to have their names placed on the list. Please include your name, address, and utility account number when emailing customer care. Customers must have their names on the list to participate.
Residents must remain in their vehicles during the no-contact collection. Staff will unload items from the back seat or trunk of the vehicle.
All items to be dropped off must be in their marked original containers. Commercial disposal and trailers are not allowed.
Acceptable items include:
- Batteries (household, hearing aids, cell phone, etc.)
- Automobile batteries
- Pool and spa chemicals
- Used oil/oil filters (up to five gallons per vehicle)
- Transmission fluid
- Light bulbs (including regular, compact, and four-foot fluorescent)
- Grease
- Thermometers
- Over-the-counter, residential lawn, and garden chemicals
- Aerosols
- Household cleaners and disinfectants marked caution, warning, or poison
- Art and hobby chemicals
- Paint (up to 10 gallons per vehicle)
- Over the counter one-pound disposal propane bottles
- Gasoline (up to five gallons per vehicle)
Unacceptable items include:
- Unmarked containers or unknown chemicals
- Construction, commercial, or landscape waste
- Professional, concentrated chemicals that require a professional license to mix
- Medications or pharmaceuticals
- Oxygen tanks
- Electronics
- Tires
- Explosives (including ammunition and fireworks)
- Radioactive materials
- Biological materials
For more information about the City’s solid waste and recycling services, visit recycle.georgetown.org.
Georgetown Animal Shelter reopens for Sunday hours
The City of Georgetown Animal Shelter is offering more opportunities to adopt a pet by returning to Sunday hours. Beginning April 23, the animal shelter will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.
To celebrate, the shelter will be offering free adoptions on Sunday, April 23, and April 30.
“We’d like to see Sundays become a busy day for adoptions and visitors. A lot of people are off on the weekends, and it’s a good time of year to add a new companion to your family,” Animal Services Manager April Haughey said.
The shelter has seen large numbers of surrendered dogs in recent months, along with many strays. To illustrate, 18 percent of all incoming dogs have been surrendered so far this year, compared to 14 percent last year. Also, the shelter took in 746 dogs (strays and surrenders) in Fiscal Year 2021-22, an increase of 9 percent over the previous year.
“We are entering a typically busy season and want to maximize the opportunities for potential adopters to visit,” Haughey said. “We urge you to visit and consider adopting a dog or cat this spring. Every adoption makes a difference.”
About the Georgetown Animal Shelter
The City of Georgetown Animal Shelter is located at 110 W.L. Walden Drive. The shelter is open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday; and noon-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit pets.georgetown.org.
Celebrate Earth Day in Georgetown at Family Nature Fest
The City of Georgetown is celebrating Earth Day this April with its annual event focused on nature and recycling.
Gather the family and head to Garey Park from 1-4 p.m. April 22 for Family Nature Fest. The event focuses on connecting families with nature through a variety of activities, demonstrations, and environmental education.
Activities include Story Walk, upcycled nature crafts, wild animal visitors, birding, an obstacle course, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more.
Garey Park entry fees are required, and some activities may include a fee.
For more information, visit parks.georgetown.org/family-nature-fest.
I-35 mainlanes and Williams Drive bridge overnight closures for construction work
The Texas Department of Transportation will close the northbound and southbound I-35 mainlanes to pour the bridge deck for the reconstruction of the Williams Drive bridge, weather permitting.On Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25, the northbound and southbound I-35 mainlanes will close to traffic between Lakeway Drive and Hwy. 29, at 9 p.m. nightly. Northbound I-35 traffic will detour at the Williams Drive exit (262) and re-enter the mainlanes north of Northwest Boulevard. Southbound I-35 traffic will use the Williams Drive exit (262) and re-enter the mainlanes at the Hwy. 29 entrance ramp.
The Williams Drive bridge will also be closed during this time. Eastbound traffic will detour to the southbound I-35 frontage road and use the U-turn at Hwy. 29 to access Williams Drive. Westbound traffic will detour to the northbound I-35 frontage road before turning left at the signalized intersection at Lakeway Drive to access Williams Drive. (See attached detour map.)
All lanes will reopen to traffic by 10 a.m. each morning.
Road signs will be placed to alert drivers of the upcoming closures. TxDOT asks the public to be patient and remain aware when driving through the work zone. To learn more about this project, visit My35Construction.org.
