City issues local disaster declaration
Update: For the latest information on the City’s response to Coronavirus, go to the City of Georgetown Coronavirus (COVID-19) site. Georgetown Mayor Dale Ross has declared a local state of disaster for the City of Georgetown in order to limit the development and spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the city. This follows disaster declarations by … Continue reading “City issues local disaster declaration”
City programs, activities, events canceled through March 31 due to Coronavirus concerns
Update: For the latest information on the City’s response to Coronavirus, go to the City of Georgetown Coronavirus (COVID-19) site. The City of Georgetown is canceling all City programs, activities, and events scheduled March 14 through March 31, following guidelines from the Williamson County and Cities Health District. These cancelations are because of concerns about … Continue reading “City programs, activities, events canceled through March 31 due to Coronavirus concerns”
Highway 195 and Berry Creek Drive project starts
A construction project on State Highway 195 at Berry Creek Drive is set to begin this week. The project by the Texas Department of Transportation will improve safety by closing the existing crossover and rerouting turning traffic to new turnarounds and auxiliary lanes. The $776,000 project includes the construction of a new auxiliary lane from … Continue reading “Highway 195 and Berry Creek Drive project starts”
Candidates set for May 2 election
The municipal election on May 2 for the City of Georgetown will include candidates for mayor and the District 2 and District 6 city council seats. The filing deadline was Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. Candidates for Mayor are Larry Brundidge, Jonathan Dade, and Josh Schroeder; candidates for District 2 are Shawn Hood, Lisa King, … Continue reading “Candidates set for May 2 election”
Candidate filing period begins for May election
The first day to file for candidates who wish to run for mayor or for a seat on the Georgetown City Council was Jan. 15. Candidates for mayor as well as for City Council districts 2 and 6 will be on the ballot for the May 2 election. The filing period is Jan. 15 through … Continue reading “Candidate filing period begins for May election”
Election canvass and swearing-in for District 1 on Dec. 18
The results of the District 1 runoff election will be canvassed at a special City Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18, in the Council and Court building, 510 W. Ninth St. After the election canvass, Mary Calixtro will take the oath of office as the City Council member representing District 1. Calixtro … Continue reading “Election canvass and swearing-in for District 1 on Dec. 18”
Bicycle Master Plan approved by City Council
The Georgetown Bicycle Master Plan was approved Dec. 10 by City Council on second reading. The plan, which is a blueprint for future transportation projects and educational efforts for a safe and well-connected bicycle network, was adopted by ordinance as an amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Adding to the existing 35.6 miles of off-street … Continue reading “Bicycle Master Plan approved by City Council”
Public meeting on proposed airport renaming on Dec. 19
The City of Georgetown is hosting a public meeting to collect feedback on proposed name changes to the City’s airport and terminal Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Georgetown Council and Court building, 510 W. Ninth St. At its Nov. 12 meeting, City Council reviewed a request to rename the Georgetown Municipal Airport to … Continue reading “Public meeting on proposed airport renaming on Dec. 19”
City selects Shell for energy management
At its Dec. 10 meeting, City Council approved an agreement with Shell Energy North America to provide energy management services. A request for proposals was issued in February. Twelve proposals were submitted to provide these services for the City. In August, City Council voted to proceed with contract negotiations with two finalists. Shell was selected … Continue reading “City selects Shell for energy management”
Costco plans store for Georgetown
Agreements related to a planned Costco Wholesale warehouse at the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and Lakeway Drive in Georgetown were approved by City Council at their meeting on Dec. 10. Costco is planning to open a 158,000 square-foot store at the location within five years. The business is expected to create 235 new jobs … Continue reading “Costco plans store for Georgetown”
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