City of Jarrell

Accountant Phil Vaughan, front right, presents the city’s annual financial report to Jarrell City Council, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Accountant Phil Vaughan, front right, presents the city’s annual financial report to Jarrell City Council, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

City of Jarrell reviews financial status

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, April 4, 2025
The City of Jarrell is in good financial standing, according to a Fiscal Year 2024 report by third-party accountant Phil Vaughan. During Jarrell’s April 1 city council meeting, Mr. Vaughan reported that the city increased its general fund and utility revenues.
CR 305 bond project area.

CR 305 bond project area.

Jarrell paves way for county bond project

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, March 21, 2025
Jarrell City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Williamson County for the County Road 305 bond project during the March 18 meeting. The agreement will have Williamson County pay for the construction on the road, while the city will maintain and reimburse the county.
Jarrell City Council, from left to right Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Klepac, Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, Interim City Manager Jorge Hernandez, Mayor Patrick Sherek and Alderwoman Place 3 Tanya Clawson discuss the first city council meeting of the year, January 7. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jarrell City Council, from left to right Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Klepac, Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, Interim City Manager Jorge Hernandez, Mayor Patrick Sherek and Alderwoman Place 3 Tanya Clawson discuss the first city council meeting of the year, January 7. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Implementing efficiency

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Kicking off the new year with new changes, the City of Jarrell will modify development procedures as the city continues to grow. During the January 7 City Council meeting, officials approved new ordinances for future developers who want to build in the city and the extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Director of Development Services Jorge Hernadez explains the Community Development Block Grant projects to Jarrell City Council at the December 3 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Director of Development Services Jorge Hernadez explains the Community Development Block Grant projects to Jarrell City Council at the December 3 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Construction Junction: Jarrell City Council approves grant-funded projects

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
 The City of Jarrell will use Williamson County block grants to fund two infrastructure projects. City council on December 3 accepted funds for the installation of a water line along County Road 305 and the reconstruction of Fifth Street with West Avenue A.
Mayor Patrick Sherek, left, Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, center, and Place 2 Alderwoman Lori Allen take their oaths to serve November 19.

Mayor Patrick Sherek, left, Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, center, and Place 2 Alderwoman Lori Allen take their oaths to serve November 19.

New Jarrell council member take oaths

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Photos by Nalani Nuylan.Jarrell’s mayor and city council members were sworn into office on Tuesday night, November 19. Officiated by Judge Scott Matthews, incumbent Mayor Patrick Sherek and Alderman Daniel Klepac renewed their oaths to the city. Newcomer Lori Allen took her oath for the first time.
The City of Jarrell’s Town Hall located at 161 Town Center Boulevard. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The City of Jarrell’s Town Hall located at 161 Town Center Boulevard. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jarrell terminates city manager

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 14, 2024
 Jarrell City Council terminated former City Manager Danielle Singh during the October 8 city council meeting. The motion was made by Alderman Jeff Seidel and seconded by Alderman Daniel Islas.The motion passed 3-2, with Aldermen Jeff Seidel, Daniel Islas, and Adam Marsh in favor.
Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes appears at Jarrell City Council to explain the potential effects if the city council passes the tax rate on September 30. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes appears at Jarrell City Council to explain the potential effects if the city council passes the tax rate on September 30. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Tax rate slashed: Jarrell budget approval comes down to wire

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Hours before the official start of the new fiscal year, Jarrell City Council approved the city’s budget with a 3-2 vote during a special meeting on September 30. Alderman Jeff Seidel and Daniel Islas voted against the budget.
Jarrell’s Director of Planning and Development Jordan Cantu, left, is joined by City Engineer Jorge Hernandez, right, to discuss agenda items during the July 2 city council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jarrell’s Director of Planning and Development Jordan Cantu, left, is joined by City Engineer Jorge Hernandez, right, to discuss agenda items during the July 2 city council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jarrell Briefs: City of Jarrell adds new wastewater contractor

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The City of Jarrell will enter a new contract with Crossroads Utility Service for its wastewater service after terminating its previous contract with Inframark.
Library Director Susan Gregurek gives an update about the Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center to the Jarrell City Council on June 4.

Library Director Susan Gregurek gives an update about the Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center to the Jarrell City Council on June 4.

Nonprofit library provides Jarrell with resources, community

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Photos by Nalani Nuylan. Nestled off Interstate Highway 35 near Sonterra Boulevard is the Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center. The playful teal and salmon logo invites Jarrell residents and families living in the Sonterra Municipal Utility District into the nonprofit library.
Jarrell residents wait in line to have their children take photos with Anna, Elsa and Olaf in front of Jarrell’s Christmas Tree during A Very Merry Jarrell on December 16.

Jarrell residents wait in line to have their children take photos with Anna, Elsa and Olaf in front of Jarrell’s Christmas Tree during A Very Merry Jarrell on December 16.

Jarrell kicks off the holidays with its first jubilee

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Photos by Nalani Nuylan The City of Jarrell held its first Christmas festival — a Very Merry Jarrell — December 16 on Fifth Street.   Events included ice skating, train rides, photos with Williamson County Emergency Service District No.
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