Downtown sidewalk improvements to improve accessibility
Work starts this week on improvements to sidewalks in the downtown Square area to improve accessibility. Projects include street segments that currently do not have sidewalks or segments that do not meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Sidewalk improvements on Rock Street that start this week include improvements to the intersection at Seventh Street with … Continue reading “Downtown sidewalk improvements to improve accessibility”
City officials concerned about concrete plant near Sun City
City of Georgetown residents and officials are raising concerns about a proposed concrete batch plant on Ronald Reagan Boulevard just south of Hwy. 195. According to the public hearing notice for the plant on the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality website, the Five Star Concrete plant would be located about 1 mile from homes in … Continue reading “City officials concerned about concrete plant near Sun City”
New water rates in effect during irrigation season
Utility grows by 5,000 new customers in past year from new residents With water use for lawn irrigation increasing as the weather gets warmer, customers may see an increase in their water bills due to new water rates that went into effect on Jan. 1. For the average water customer using 10,200 gallons per month, … Continue reading “New water rates in effect during irrigation season”
Election results for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections
Final unofficial election results with 27 of 27 precincts reporting (includes early votes) posted by the Williamson County Elections Department for the City of Georgetown election. District 1 Percent Votes Mary Calixtro 39.61 183 Amanda Parr 60.39 279 District 5 Jason Norwood 18.85 315 Kevin Pitts 81.15 1,356 Mobility Bond Prop A For 66.98 5,384 … Continue reading “Election results for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections”
Election day is May 1 for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections
Election day is Saturday, May 1 for the districts 1 and 5 City Council races and the mobility bond election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Polling places are listed at wilco.org/elections. Candidates for Georgetown District 1 are incumbent Mary Calixtro and Amanda Parr. For District 5, candidates are Jason Norwood and incumbent … Continue reading “Election day is May 1 for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections”
Preservation Month events in May
In recognition of National Preservation Month in May, the City of Georgetown Planning, Public Library, and Economic Development departments are partnering with building and business owners to celebrate historic buildings in Downtown Georgetown as part of the recurring Tuesday Talks series. Other Preservation Month events include an exhibit of historic building paintings at the Georgetown … Continue reading “Preservation Month events in May”
Last day of early voting April 27 for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections
The last day to cast a ballot in the early voting period is Tuesday, April 27, for the districts 1 and 5 City Council races and the mobility bond election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on April 26-27 and on Election Day, which is Saturday, May 1. Candidates for Georgetown District 1 … Continue reading “Last day of early voting April 27 for mobility bond, districts 1 & 5 elections”
Public input sought for public spaces near the library and City Hall
The City of Georgetown is seeking public input on tentative plans to develop public spaces in downtown. The City is working to create new public spaces around several of its facilities between West, Rock, Eighth, and Ninth streets. These facilities include the Georgetown Public Library, Council and Court building, Georgetown City Hall, and the Light … Continue reading “Public input sought for public spaces near the library and City Hall”
Virtual town hall held to hear from Georgetown youth
The City of Georgetown and The Georgetown Project are hosting a virtual Youth Town Hall for community youth from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 6, via Zoom to connect with 2021 Global Youth Service Day activities worldwide. The town hall is open to all Georgetown residents in grades 8 to 12. The virtual Georgetown … Continue reading “Virtual town hall held to hear from Georgetown youth”
Earth Day celebrations in Georgetown
The City of Georgetown is hosting several events for Earth Day this year. Family Nature Fest at Garey Park This year’s Family Nature Fest will be a four-day virtual and in-person hybrid event April 22-25 at Garey Park. Different activities with different themes, including activity and craft kits, trail fitness challenges, and online materials, will … Continue reading “Earth Day celebrations in Georgetown”
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