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Bruce Clements, director of emergency management for Wilco, explains the flood resource grant from the Texas Water Development Board during the February 10 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Bruce Clements, director of emergency management for Wilco, explains the flood resource grant from the Texas Water Development Board during the February 10 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Flood funding: Williamson County to add new flood warning systems

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, February 13, 2026
The Williamson County Commissioners Court entered into an agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for flood warning systems, with the opportunity to apply for a $1 million grant.
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, Central Texas Community Foundation executive director Amy Merida, center, and Travis County Judge Andy Brown, right, provide an update on the financial assistance to the July floods, December 1. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, Central Texas Community Foundation executive director Amy Merida, center, and Travis County Judge Andy Brown, right, provide an update on the financial assistance to the July floods, December 1. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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$8 million raised so far for flood victims

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
The Central Texas Community Foundation this year has already distributed about $3.35 million in direct financial support to more than 100 residents impacted by the July 5 floods.
Emergency Management Director Bruce Clements provides an update on clean-up efforts during the Tuesday, October 14, commissioners court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Emergency Management Director Bruce Clements provides an update on clean-up efforts during the Tuesday, October 14, commissioners court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Flood update: County tackles debris slowly, assistance still available

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
It’s been three months since the region was hit by deadly flooding in July. Although Wilco Emergency Management and partners have been removing debris from the North and South forks of the San Gabriel River, the county is still only about 10 percent done with clean-up.
Helping Hands volunteers, photo by Katherine Hamilton,

Helping Hands volunteers, photo by Katherine Hamilton,

An ‘outpour of support’ for families in need

Abbey Archer
Monday, July 14, 2025
Georgetown volunteers continue to answer the call to support residents displaced or affected by the flooding that took place across Williamson County July 5. In the Georgetown area, the heaviest damage was at two RV parks — Shady River and GoodWater — on Highway 29 west of Jonah.
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