Williamson County’s new official logo Courtesy Williamson County

The Williamson County Budget Office was awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada Monday, July 10.

Georgetown begins contract negotiations with TxDOT for Highway 29 construction

The City Council recommended approval for City Manager David Morgan to negotiate an Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT for an expansion of State Highway 29 in the July 11 consent agenda.

Texas bills to affect city zoning, annexation and land plat applications

During the July 12 Georgetown City Council workshop, council members were presented information about 12 bills signed during the Texas legislative session that will affect Georgetown when implemented.

New mosaic mural to come to San José Park

Georgetown City Council approved consideration and possible action for a grant to build a mosaic mural at the San José Park splash pad. The item was approved as part of the Tuesday, July 11, consent agenda.

Georgetown Health Foundation gives $1.6 million in grants

Georgetown Health Foundation awarded approximately $1.6 million in grants to 19 area charities on June 12.  According to a press release, Georgetown Health Foundation works with its grant partners to “achieve the common goal of improving community health.”

Williamson County Commissioners transfer $1.5 million toward Justice Complex improvements

In what was a brief, eight-minute-long special Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting Monday, June 10, commissioners took actions related to Justice Complex funding, eminent domain and held public hearings related to a reinvestment zone.

English Pub The Grumpy George opening on the Square this summer

European immigrants Karen and Jack Soeffker are creating an authentic English pub off the Square called Grumpy George. The restaurant could open in early August.   Ms. Soeffker — the owner of All Things Kids on the Square — is originally from England.