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”
Election day is Saturday, May 6
Election day is Saturday, May 6, for Georgetown voters. Polling locations are open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on election day. Incumbent Josh Schroeder and Jonathan Dade are candidates for Mayor. Incumbent Council Members Shawn Hood (District 2) and Jake French (District 6) are both are unopposed. Georgetown ISD board of trustees candidates will be on the … Continue reading “Election day is Saturday, May 6”
Georgetown to be featured in Amazon Prime docuseries
The City of Georgetown will soon be featured in the upcoming Amazon Prime docuseries, “The Story of Art in America,” along with four local Georgetown artists and local historians. The Story of Art in America is an award-winning TV docuseries created and directed by Christelle Bois and produced by executive producer Pierre Gervois. Each episode … Continue reading “Georgetown to be featured in Amazon Prime docuseries”
City seeks input on Williams Drive enhancements, Austin Avenue corridor, Future Mobility Plan
What do you want to see as the City takes a look at improving traffic flow and safety on our busiest corridors? The City is seeking input from the public with three surveys on: 1) enhancements to Williams Drive, 2) the Austin Avenue corridor, and 3) a budgeting exercise for the Future Mobility Plan. As … Continue reading “City seeks input on Williams Drive enhancements, Austin Avenue corridor, Future Mobility Plan”
I-35 mainlane and Williams Drive bridge overnight closures May 5 and 6
From Texas Department of Transportation: On Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6, northbound and southbound I-35 between Lakeway Drive and Hwy. 29 will close to traffic at 9 p.m., as crews demolish and remove the remaining portion of the original Williams Drive bridge. Northbound I-35 traffic will detour to the frontage road at the … Continue reading “I-35 mainlane and Williams Drive bridge overnight closures May 5 and 6”
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