Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile in Georgetown

A mosquito trap sample collected Oct. 5 in north Georgetown has tested positive for West Nile virus. This testing is part of the City of Georgetown’s participation in the Williamson County and Cities Health District’s (WCCHD) Integrated Vector Management program. The positive test was indicated in lab results received Oct. 6 from the Texas Department … Continue reading “Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile in Georgetown”

Celebrate Month of the Arts in Georgetown this October

The City of Georgetown is celebrating the Month of the Arts this October with several events for our resident art lovers, including the inaugural Georgetown Autumn Art Stroll. Autumn Art Stroll Patrons are invited to come view and purchase art at various locations in the Downtown Georgetown Cultural District from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21. … Continue reading “Celebrate Month of the Arts in Georgetown this October”

Council adopts FY2022 budget that focuses on utilities, transportation, public safety

The Georgetown City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 budget Sept. 28. The adopted FY2022 budget totals $483 million and decreases the City’s property tax rate by 1.7 cents. This is the second year in a row the City has proposed reducing the property tax rate, maintaining the City’s rate as among the lowest of … Continue reading “Council adopts FY2022 budget that focuses on utilities, transportation, public safety”

Georgetown residents invited to share priorities for recreation programs, services

The City of Georgetown invites the community to attend one of a series of workshops in October that will help prioritize parks and recreation facilities, programs, and services as the Parks and Recreation Department plans for the future. Due to limited space, RSVPs to the workshops are requested. The City has engaged the services of … Continue reading “Georgetown residents invited to share priorities for recreation programs, services”

Last day for fixed-route bus service in Georgetown is Sept. 30, 2021

Paratransit services will continue uninterrupted The fixed-route bus system currently serving Georgetown residents will have its final rides Sept. 30, 2021. City Council during its July 27 meeting directed staff to negotiate a paratransit agreement with Capital Metro, without any provision for fixed-route service. City Council on Sept. 14 approved an interlocal agreement to continue … Continue reading “Last day for fixed-route bus service in Georgetown is Sept. 30, 2021”

City to host household hazardous waste event Oct. 20

The City will host a free household hazardous waste collection event from 3-6 p.m. Oct. 20 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 Oct. 20”

National Hispanic Heritage Month events in September

The City of Georgetown is hosting several events to honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Georgetown Public Library The cultural celebration will include several events from the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St., including an outdoor movie screening, take and make crafts, and a folklorico dance performance. Events kick off … Continue reading “National Hispanic Heritage Month events in September”

Northwest Boulevard Bridge opened

City of Georgetown officials opened a new section of Northwest Boulevard, including a bridge over I-35, today. The half-mile Northwest Boulevard project extended the road across the interstate with a new bridge spanning I-35 and connecting with Austin Avenue on the east side. The project connects to Rivery Boulevard via a traffic circle to the … Continue reading “Northwest Boulevard Bridge opened”

City launches performance dashboard

Georgetown residents and ratepayers can now see how the City is performing on key metrics through a public performance management dashboard. The City of Georgetown launched a public dashboard highlighting a cross-section of performance metrics that provides residents with insights into department operations and services. The dashboard tracks eight different metrics across the City relating … Continue reading “City launches performance dashboard”

Labor Day closings

City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, for the Labor Day holiday. This includes these locations: Airport Terminal and management offices, 500 Terminal Drive Animal Shelter, 110 W.L. Walden Drive City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. St. Council and Courts Building (including Municipal Court), 510 W. Ninth St. Georgetown … Continue reading “Labor Day closings”

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