Georgetown signs agreement to reserve groundwater supply
Project reserves water from the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer for future water service agreement To address the long-term demands of population growth and secure additional raw-water supply, City Council on Aug. 9, 2023, entered an $11.8 million, two-year reservation agreement with EPCOR to reserve water from the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer in Robertson County while the parties negotiate a … Continue reading “Georgetown signs agreement to reserve groundwater supply”
City purchases land for southeast park
The City of Georgetown has acquired 35 acres of parkland near the intersection of SE Inner Loop and Southwestern Boulevard for a future park on the southeast side of the city. A park on the southeast side of Georgetown was identified as a priority in both the 2009 and 2022 Parks Master plans. “Creating a … Continue reading “City purchases land for southeast park”
City asks for residents’ feedback about next year’s budget
The City of Georgetown is asking the public to share comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget through an online comment box, which will be up through Aug. 20. Members of the public also can attend any of the public hearings through the budget adoption process. Public comments and feedback will be provided to … Continue reading “City asks for residents’ feedback about next year’s budget”
Street resurfacing work starts
Street resurfacing projects, including a high-performance surface sealant treatment and hot-in-place recycling, will be completed this summer and fall with work starting Aug. 7. The work schedule can be affected by weather conditions, mechanical issues, and product availability. For updates on the paving schedule and a complete list of projects, visit https://transportation.georgetown.org/2023-street-maintenance-projects/. Streets are selected … Continue reading “Street resurfacing work starts”
Georgetown lifeguards help test new American Red Cross training tool
The City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department was selected as one of only two cities in the U.S. to participate in beta testing for the American Red Cross’s new Lifeguard VR Training App in early 2023. Virtual reality technology addresses the challenges of drowning prevention and revolutionizes how lifeguards practice surveillance, delivering a more … Continue reading “Georgetown lifeguards help test new American Red Cross training tool”
I-35 mainlanes to close for Williams Drive bridge deck pour
At 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, July 28-29, the northbound and southbound I-35 mainlanes will close to traffic between Lakeway Drive and Hwy. 29. Northbound I-35 traffic will detour to the frontage road at the Williams Drive exit (262) and re-enter the mainlanes north of Northwest Boulevard. Southbound I-35 traffic will use the Williams … Continue reading “I-35 mainlanes to close for Williams Drive bridge deck pour”
Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10
The popular event Kittens in the Library returns Aug. 10 to the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St. Kittens from the Georgetown Animal Shelter will turn up the charm to play, snuggle and purr their way into a new family. Kittens will be available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adoption fees … Continue reading “Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10”
Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2023 Round II
The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board approved $14,944 in grants in July to local arts and culture organizations to help with funding local arts and culture programming that includes orchestra performances, theatre performances, and a cultural festival in Georgetown. The funding is for events in Georgetown taking place between Oct. 1, 2023, and March 31, … Continue reading “Georgetown Arts and Culture Board awards grants for 2023 Round II”
Georgetown expands outage texting service to water customers
Beginning Aug. 1, Georgetown water utility customers will receive a text message letting them know they are now enrolled in the City’s real-time, water outage texting service. Once launched, enrolled customers will be able to receive real-time updates via text message to and from 512-930-3640. Water outages must still be reported by phone by calling … Continue reading “Georgetown expands outage texting service to water customers”
Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo provides feedback, learning opportunities for multiple City projects, plans
The City of Georgetown is hosting the Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo on Aug. 3 to give residents and business owners the chance to help shape our community’s future, as well as to share what you love about Georgetown, ideas, and concerns. Bring your family from 6-8 p.m. to City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King … Continue reading “Gather Round Georgetown Project Expo provides feedback, learning opportunities for multiple City projects, plans”
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