City hosts Economic Development Symposium on Nov. 1
The City of Georgetown is hosting the fourth annual Economic Development Symposium on Nov. 1 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel and Conference Center, 1101 Woodlawn Ave. The symposium will feature a lunch and keynote presentation by Revathi Greenwood, Americas head of research for Cushman and Wakefield. Greenwood will present a … Continue reading “City hosts Economic Development Symposium on Nov. 1”
Open house on Bicycle Master Plan Oct. 23
The City of Georgetown will hold a public open house on the draft Bicycle Master Plan from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 23 at the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St. The open house is a come-and-go format at which attendees can view the proposed bicycle network and talk with City staff. The … Continue reading “Open house on Bicycle Master Plan Oct. 23”
Chisholm Trail Special Utility District dissolved
The Chisholm Trail Special Utility District has dissolved as a governmental entity. At a public hearing on Sept. 30, the district board members voted unanimously to dissolve and adopted an order of dissolution. The district was officially and formally dissolved this week. Facing challenges with water availability and financing, the district approached the City of … Continue reading “Chisholm Trail Special Utility District dissolved”
Downtown Parking Garage Survey
The City of Georgetown is planning to build a public parking garage at the southeast corner of Main and Sixth streets on the site of an existing City parking lot. The site was selected to address the limited public parking and growing retail development on the northeast side of downtown, to provide an alternative to … Continue reading “Downtown Parking Garage Survey”
City seeks feedback on draft Bicycle Master Plan
An initial draft of a Bicycle Master Plan for Georgetown was presented to City Council at a workshop session on Tuesday. The plan presents a blueprint for future transportation projects or educational efforts to support a safe and well-connected bicycle network in Georgetown. The proposed bicycle system in the plan includes several types of bicycle … Continue reading “City seeks feedback on draft Bicycle Master Plan”
City celebrates San Gabriel Park Phase 2 completion Oct. 4
The City will celebrate the completion of Phase 2 improvements to San Gabriel Park at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 4 at the Springs Pavilion, which is near the low-water crossing and the College Street Bridge. (See Springs Pavilion 10 on the map.) Phase 2 of the San Gabriel Park improvements project included a new basketball … Continue reading “City celebrates San Gabriel Park Phase 2 completion Oct. 4”
Drain your pool safely this fall
As pool season comes to a close, many pool owners may decide to drain their pools for cleaning or necessary repairs. It’s important to remember a few tips when draining your pool to protect waterways and yards. Here’s how to properly drain your pool in three easy steps: Let your pool water sit for five … Continue reading “Drain your pool safely this fall”
Bethapudi announced as general manager of electric utility
Daniel Bethapudi will be Georgetown’s new general manager for the electric utility. After a nationwide search, Bethapudi was selected from more than 50 applicants to serve in the new role. He will be taking on responsibilities currently held by long-time general manager Jim Briggs who is retiring Sept. 30. Bethapudi currently serves as the assistant … Continue reading “Bethapudi announced as general manager of electric utility”
National Night Out on Oct. 1
National Night Out, an annual event to support safe neighborhoods, is on Tuesday, Oct. 1, in Georgetown. Block parties are being organized from 6 to 9 p.m. Last year there were more than 100 registered National Night Out events in Georgetown. Georgetown Police Department officers as well as other local law enforcement officers, elected officials, … Continue reading “National Night Out on Oct. 1”
Partnership hosts readiness fair for GISD high school students
The City of Georgetown Economic Development Department is partnering with Georgetown ISD, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce to host a Future Readiness Fair on Sept. 24 for Georgetown ISD high school students. The fair will feature colleges as well as vocational programs, representatives from military branches, careers in manufacturing, … Continue reading “Partnership hosts readiness fair for GISD high school students”
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