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A rendering of what the side of a parklet would look like shows how the concept would work along sidewalk space, and with cars driving nearby on the street. (Rendering courtesy Covey Landscaping)

A rendering of what the side of a parklet would look like shows how the concept would work along sidewalk space, and with cars driving nearby on the street. (Rendering courtesy Covey Landscaping)

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Georgetown considers expanding downtown retail space with parklets

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Kelly Trietsch, chief development officer for the city, gathered feedback from city council about a potential downtown parklet program that would be used by restaurants.

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Georgetown works on plan to better ADA accessibility

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, November 24, 2025
Georgetown is working toward creating an Americans with Disability Act Transition Plan, which will outline goals and gather feedback aimed at improving accessibility across sidewalks, parks, buildings and digital services.

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No new trail for Berry Creek

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, November 14, 2025
A new trail that would have spanned from the future Westside Park south of Berry Creek Highlands to the county’s Berry Creek Park was nixed by Georgetown City Council during a November 12 workshop after council heard resident feedback against a trail running through their neighborhood.

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Georgetown eyes federal grants for road projects

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
The City of Georgetown will apply for four Surface Transportation Block Grants, which are federal funding opportunities for transportation projects including highway construction, pedestrian infrastructure and bridge repairs. The funds are distributed by the Capital Area Metro Planning Organization.
The final design concept for the Blue Hole Park Master Plan preserves the cemetery, creates more picnic spaces and improves parking availability. (Rendering courtesy of Halff)

The final design concept for the Blue Hole Park Master Plan preserves the cemetery, creates more picnic spaces and improves parking availability. (Rendering courtesy of Halff)

Latest plan shows $10 million in Blue Hole Park renovations

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 30, 2025
The final draft of the Blue Hole Master Plan shows updated emergency vehicle access, terraced lawns and more restroom facilities are on the way as part of the park’s redesign. The project’s estimated cost stands at $10.15 million.

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Downtown Georgetown nominated for state awards

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Four projects in downtown Georgetown are among the finalists for Texas Downtown’s 2025 President’s Awards program. The program, according to the city, recognizes “outstanding” projects, people and places of Texas downtowns.

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Taiwanese company expands tech jobs in Georgetown

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, October 27, 2025
Taiwanese electronic manufacturer, Pegatron, that specializes in making consumer electronics, computing and communications for major brands will bring hundreds of tech jobs to Georgetown, 100 of which must be filled within the first three years of operation.
Edgar Garcia

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Georgetown welcomes new planning director

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, October 20, 2025
Edgar Garcia will be Georgetown’s new planning director starting November 3. He replaces former Planning Director Sofia Nelson, whose last day with the city was July 3. She was with the city for nearly 10 years.
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