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”
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. … Continue reading “July 4 Celebration at San Gabriel Park”
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 … Continue reading “Tweetalong with Georgetown Public Works street crews”
Updated: No mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown last week
Update, June 5, 2023—Last week no mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown. Williamson County and Cities Health District continues weekly monitoring and testing across the County. Protect yourself by following the 3Ds: Defend with EPA-approved insect repellent Dress in long sleeves & pants Drain standing water — A mosquito trap sample … Continue reading “Updated: No mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown last week”
Census: Georgetown is again fastest-growing city in U.S.
For the second year in a row, Georgetown is the fastest-growing city in the U.S. for cities with a population above 50,000, according to data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Georgetown’s growth rate was 14.4 percent from July 1, 2021, through July 1, 2022, resulting in a population estimate of 86,507. Georgetown added … Continue reading “Census: Georgetown is again fastest-growing city in U.S.”
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 … Continue reading “City facility closures June 19”
Updated: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible this weekend (May 13-14)
Update: Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9 a.m.—The National Weather Service is predicting up to another 1 inch of rain in Georgetown today. Watch for flooded roads and avoid crossing any flooded low-water crossings. Periods of heavy rain are still possible through Monday. — Georgetown residents should be prepared for heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding … Continue reading “Updated: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible this weekend (May 13-14)”
Special-called City Council meeting May 16
The Georgetown City Council will have a special-called meeting to discuss bills currently working their way through the Texas Legislature, to canvass the election, and to swear in the newly reelected members. The special-called meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, in council chambers, 510 W. Ninth St. The meeting will start with … Continue reading “Special-called City Council meeting May 16”
Election results for Mayor and Council Districts 2 and 6
Final, unofficial results have been posted by the Williamson County Elections Department for the City of Georgetown election with 28 of 28 polling locations reporting, including early votes. Mayor Percent Votes Jonathan Dade 14.40 898 Josh Schroeder 85.60 5,340 District 2 Shawn Hood 100 576 District 6 Jake French 100 280 To see complete May … Continue reading “Election results for Mayor and Council Districts 2 and 6”
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