Jarrell City Council
Stephan Putsejovsky, Jarrell’s water superintendent (center), presents the proposal for the City of Jarrell to gain nearly 1,300 acres from Georgetown's CCN, May 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Jarrell places bid for Georgetown CCN
Nalani Nuylan
Jarrell is obtaining more than 1,000 undeveloped acres of Georgetown’s water territory, and has submitted official paperwork to the Public Utility Commissioner of Texas to complete the transfer.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Jarrell City Manager resigns
Nalani Nuylan
Jarrell’s City Manager Jorge Hernandez — who joined the city in December 2024 — has resigned. After seeking counsel from the city attorney, Jarrell City Council accepted Mr. Hernandez’s resignation Tuesday, April 7. Mr. Hernandez was placed on administrative leave on February 19.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Georgetown’s Walmart is the closest major grocery story for many in Jarrell and northeast Williamson County. Jarrell’s future Walmart would start to serve those residents once built. Sun Archive.
Jarrell finalizes terms for Walmart infrastructure
Nalani Nuylan
Still pending a signature, the City of Jarrell discussed the final terms and conditions for an incentive and development agreement for Walmart during its February 19 city council meeting.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Courtney McWhorter, real estate attorney for Land Sale TX, explains her client's frustration in the lack of progression on a property in Jarrell during the January 6 city council workshop. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Developer asks for agreement after two years of negotiations
Nalani Nuylan
After two years of no progress, land developers for the Tonn Tract project on County Road 305 presented Jarrell City Council with an ultimatum — sign an official development agreement or face the property disannexing from the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, left, and Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, right, ask questions on construction specifics during the November 4 Jarrell City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Coming down the pipelines: Jarrell makes strides with infrastructure grant projects
Nalani Nuylan
With two American Rescue Plan Act projects and one Community Block Development Grant up for consideration, Jarrell City Council approved steps regarding federally grant-funded projects during its November 4 meeting.
Friday, November 14, 2025
The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Services to set up shop in Jarrell. From left: Commissioners Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Williamson County okays tax incentives for food distributor in Jarrell
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County commissioners approved a tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Service, LLC during the October 21 meeting. According to the company's website, Labatt Food Service is headquartered in San Antonio and is the 10th-largest food service distributor in the nation.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Jarrell City Council discusses the tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Services to begin operations during the July 1 council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Hungry for more: Food distribution company gets tax incentives to build $45 million project in Jarrell
Nalani Nuylan
A new food service distributor is coming to Jarrell. During the July 1 City Council meeting, officials unanimously approved the contract and the dates for Labatt Food Services to begin the process to set up shop within the city.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
The Hunter Glen Subdivision in Jarrell will get a 2,000 square foot splash pad. Illustration courtesy of Hunters Glen Subdivision.
Jarrell adds splash pad to growing subdivision
Nalani Nuylan
Jarrell officials approved the city’s third parkland during the April 15 city council meeting in a 3-2 vote, n a 3-2 vote, with Mayor Patrick Sherek casting the tie-breaking vote. Located in the Hunters Glen Subdivision, the 7.
Friday, April 18, 2025
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
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.
Friday, April 4, 2025
CR 305 bond project area.
Jarrell paves way for county bond project
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Friday, March 21, 2025