Winter resiliency steps for utilities
After the winter storm in February 2021, the City of Georgetown conducted an assessment and took steps to reduce cold-weather risks in the future. Below are some of the key measures the water and electric utilities have taken to winterize equipment. In addition, the City is implementing a new texting platform to increase notifications to … Continue reading “Winter resiliency steps for utilities”
New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know
Did Santa bring you a new puppy or kitten for Christmas? Here are some important things to remember when caring for your new pet. Leash your pet: Always leash your pet in public. It is against City ordinances for dogs to be at large in the City limits, and for cats that have not been … Continue reading “New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know”
City Council approves new Council District map
On Friday, Georgetown City Council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance to establish new Council Districts for the city. The process to rebalance the population in the city’s seven council districts and create a new Council District map (shown at right), which is known as redistricting, started in October. City Council was … Continue reading “City Council approves new Council District map”
Notice of Deadline to file an Application for Place on the Ballot
Applications for a place on the ballot for the May 7, 2022 election will be accepted beginning January 10, 2022 and through February 18, 2022. Elections will be held for places on the City Council for District 3, District 4 and District 7. Please contact the City Secretary’s office at cs@georgetown.org if you have any … Continue reading “Notice of Deadline to file an Application for Place on the Ballot”
Recycling Christmas trees and boxes
City of Georgetown residents are encouraged to recycle Christmas trees, boxes, and wrapping paper to reduce material going to the landfill. If you recycle your tree, please remove the tree stand and any garland, ornaments, or lights. Artificial trees cannot be recycled. Curbside pick-up: Texas Disposal Systems customers in the city limits of Georgetown can … Continue reading “Recycling Christmas trees and boxes”
Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 12
Register now for the 27th annual Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, Feb. 12. The chip-timed 5K run/walk begins at 8 a.m. in San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St. The race begins and ends in the park. To register online or for details, go to cupid.georgetown.org. Through Jan. 25, the registration cost … Continue reading “Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 12”
City to host household hazardous waste event Jan. 19
The City will host a free household hazardous waste collection event from 3-6 p.m. Jan. 19 at the old show barn site in San Gabriel Park, 425 E. Morrow St. The event will be available for up to 300 Georgetown solid waste customers who have solid waste service through Texas Disposal Systems. Customers must contact … Continue reading “City to host household hazardous waste event Jan. 19”
Ubiquity to build open-access fiber-optic infrastructure across Georgetown
City Council approved a pole attachment agreement at its Dec. 14 meeting with communications network company Ubiquity which will pave the way for the construction of an open-access fiber-optic network throughout the city. The company initially plans to invest $75 million to establish fiber connectivity across Georgetown and plans to start construction in early 2022 … Continue reading “Ubiquity to build open-access fiber-optic infrastructure across Georgetown”
Arts and Culture Brown Bag Luncheon: Putting the Fun in Fundraising
The City will host its first Arts and Culture Brown Bag Luncheon of 2022 on Jan. 13 featuring a presentation by Marissa Austin, CEO of the Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County. Austin’s presentation will focus on the basic types of revenue for nonprofits and how to diversify and develop these revenue opportunities. Prior … Continue reading “Arts and Culture Brown Bag Luncheon: Putting the Fun in Fundraising”
Adopt Don’t Shop for Christmas
Give the gift of love and companionship for Christmas by adopting a dog or cat from the Georgetown Animal Shelter. The shelter is overflowing with good dogs and cats looking for soft beds and full bellies. The best way to bring a new dog or cat into the family is to have the whole family … Continue reading “Adopt Don’t Shop for Christmas”
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