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”
Georgetown seeks public input on Hazard Mitigation Plan draft
The City is seeking feedback on the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan, which was updated using feedback from residents. The plan, which is updated every five years, aims to minimize, or eliminate the long-term risk to human life and property from known hazards, such as droughts floods, tornadoes, wildfires, and other major disasters. Hazard mitigation efforts … Continue reading “Georgetown seeks public input on Hazard Mitigation Plan draft”
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”
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”
Historic district design guidelines update
The City of Georgetown has drafted initial revisions to the City’s Downtown and Old Town Overlay Design Guidelines based on City Council direction and public, stakeholder, consultant and staff recommendations, and is ready to present the proposed updates to the public for another round of public review and discussion. “We are grateful for the community’s … Continue reading “Historic district design guidelines update”
City to host household hazardous waste collection event May 12
The City will host a free household hazardous waste collection event from 3-6 p.m. May 12 at the former 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 collection event May 12”
Updated: Tree limb cleanup for city residents + FAQ
[Updated at 4 p.m. April 2, 2021] We finished collecting debris from the remaining areas as well as from areas submitted for pick up through the online form. Through Thursday, April 1, we collected nearly 14,000 cubic yards of debris from homes within City limits If you still have debris, here are some options: Georgetown … Continue reading “Updated: Tree limb cleanup for city residents + FAQ”
Updated: Mural at Art Center to reflect diversity
Update, April 19: This project is not proceeding at this time due to an access issue with the property owner of the alleyway below the mural. *** A mural is planned at the Georgetown Art Center, 816 S. Main St., as part of the larger vision of the Downtown Georgetown Cultural District. The Georgetown Public … Continue reading “Updated: Mural at Art Center to reflect diversity”
Arts and Culture Board mural artists selected, work begins
The City’s Arts and Culture Board has two new murals underway in Georgetown. Animal Shelter—”Pick Me” mural The “Pick Me” mural is expected to be completed March 28 at the Georgetown Animal Shelter, 110 W.L. Walden Drive. The Georgetown Animal Shelter and Georgetown Arts and Culture Board selected artist Jason Tetlak of Jacksonville, Florida, in … Continue reading “Arts and Culture Board mural artists selected, work begins”
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