Georgetown
President of the World Trade Council of Central Texas Ben Ramirez, front, accompanied by Dave Porter from the Williamson County Economic Development Corporation Partnership explains the Memorandum of Understanding of a Sister City Agreement during the July 2 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
County Briefs: Williamson County, South Korean city now united
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County officials entered a Sister City Agreement with Yong-in City, South Korea, during the July 2 commissioners court meeting.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
New city programs encourage saving electricity
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Georgetown will be implementing a new energy efficiency and conservation program for electric utility customers starting October 1. The program will promote customer education and offer chances for residents to manage bills and energy usage, according to the city.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
City reevaluates approval process
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Development code standards and infill development processes will see some changes in Georgetown’s historic neighborhoods as the city continues to update its Unified Development Code.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Texas counties reporting mosquito virus activity, week 26 of the 2024 season. Illustration courtesy of the Texas Department of Human Health Services.
West Nile mosquitoes detected in Williamson County
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The Williamson County Cities and Health District has notified the City of Georgetown and Taylor that mosquito trap samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus.
Monday, July 8, 2024
Engineer Paul Hahn, right, speaks to residents about the details of business access and lane closures during a Meet the Contractor event on June 27. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)
Contractors detail future bridge work and traffic impacts
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Construction on the two Austin Avenue vehicular bridges over the San Gabriel River will start this summer, and residents can expect lane closures and traffic detours as the bridge undergoes a bond-approved rehabilitation. Construction is expected to end in fall 2025.
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Georgetown looks at capital projects, debt for next five years
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Ahead of budget season for the 2025 fiscal year, Georgetown City Council were presented with a five-year outlook related to debt service and capital improvement project funding.
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Marcia Waston from Citizens Defending Freedom, left, joined by resident Cathy Jaster speaks to Item 24 regarding the Secretary of State Advisory during the July 2 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Williamson County approved new ballots ahead of November election
Nalani Nuylan
After lengthy discussions with the public about election integrity, Williamson County will incorporate consecutively numbered ballots in upcoming elections.
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
July 4 brings city, county closures
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. All county operations will resume on Friday, July 5. According to the news release from the county, residents may utilize online services that are offered by various departments at www.wilcotx.
Monday, July 1, 2024
New Georgetown YMCA property brought into city
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The future home of Georgetown’s YMCA has been brought into the city limits and zoned to general commercial, paving the way for the bond-supported facility and gym on the city’s northwest edge.
Monday, July 1, 2024
Lifeguards Katie Vasquez, left, and Alison Jaen work together to promote safety and fun at Georgetown’s public pools. (Photos courtesy City of Georgetown)
Lifeguards provide summer safety
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The public pools in Georgetown serve as a cooling place for residents during the scorching Texas summers. A common character seen at public pools are the city lifeguards.
Monday, July 1, 2024