Special election called for City Council District 1 on Nov. 5
A special election to fill the District 1 seat on the City Council was called by the council at its meeting yesterday. Anna Eby resigned from the council on Aug. 2 after announcing her decision to move out of District 1 and live at her nonprofit animal sanctuary north of Georgetown. The candidate elected to … Continue reading “Special election called for City Council District 1 on Nov. 5”
Watch school zones as classes start on Aug. 15
The first day of classes for schools in Georgetown ISD is Thursday, Aug. 15. The Georgetown Police Department reminds drivers to slow down in school zones. As students go back to school, police will be monitoring school zones throughout the city. “This is one of the most exciting times in the school year, and we … Continue reading “Watch school zones as classes start on Aug. 15”
Georgetown PD earns statewide accreditation
The Georgetown Police Department will be presented with the Texas Police Chiefs Association’s Recognized Law Enforcement Agency award during tonight’s City Council meeting. The department earned the award from the TPCA’s Law Enforcement Recognition Program in May after a more than two year application process that included a critical review of the agency’s policies, procedures, … Continue reading “Georgetown PD earns statewide accreditation”
Senior Dance at Georgetown Community Center on Aug. 23
The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation department is hosting a Senior Adult Dance on Friday, Aug. 23, from 6-9 p.m. at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. The event is designed for, but not limited to, adults age 55 and older. Dress is casual and light refreshments will be served. Advanced registration … Continue reading “Senior Dance at Georgetown Community Center on Aug. 23”
Animal Shelter joins Clear The Shelters event on Aug. 17
The Georgetown Animal Shelter is teaming up with KXAN for the fifth annual Clear The Shelters pet adoption drive Aug. 17 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Clear The Shelters is an annual national adoption event spearheaded by NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations. During the event, the shelter, 110 W.L. Walden Drive, will waive adoption fees for dogs … Continue reading “Animal Shelter joins Clear The Shelters event on Aug. 17”
City budget for FY 2020 focuses on public safety and quality-of-life
Maintaining the safety and quality of life of our community are key themes of the proposed fiscal year 2020 budget plan for the City of Georgetown. Population growth remains an important factor, evident in Georgetown’s status this year as the seventh-fastest growing city in the U.S. with more than 50,000 residents by the U.S. Census … Continue reading “City budget for FY 2020 focuses on public safety and quality-of-life”
City asks water utility customers to cut back on water use
Due to an increase in outdoor water use, the City has reached 85 percent of water treatment capacity and is enacting Stage 1 of the Drought Contingency Plan. During Stage 1 of the DCP, customers may not water their lawns between the hours of noon and 7 p.m. What can you do to help? Reduce … Continue reading “City asks water utility customers to cut back on water use”
Anna Eby resigns District 1 council seat
District 1 City Council Member Anna Eby resigned from her position on the council on Friday. “With regret, I am announcing my resignation from the Georgetown City Council,” said Eby. “I have unexpectedly had the opportunity to fulfill my dream of moving out to the nonprofit animal sanctuary in north Georgetown that I have built … Continue reading “Anna Eby resigns District 1 council seat”
Kittens at the Library on Aug. 8-9
Kittens from the Georgetown Animal Shelter will take over the lobby of Georgetown Public Library on Aug. 8-9 with the goal of playing, snuggling and purring their way into a new family. Kittens will be available for adoption from the library, 402 W. Eighth St., from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. Visitors may … Continue reading “Kittens at the Library on Aug. 8-9”
City begins street maintenance projects this summer
Street resurfacing on city streets with hot-in-place recycling has begun and is expected to continue through the summer. Additional street resurfacing projects include a high-performance surface seal treatment, which is expected to begin in late August. The work schedule can be affected by weather conditions, mechanical issues, and product availability. For updates on the paving … Continue reading “City begins street maintenance projects this summer”
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