Jarrell

Construction crews on April 23 set up the Atlas Ranch Phase 1 project, outside of Jarrell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Construction crews on April 23 set up the Atlas Ranch Phase 1 project, outside of Jarrell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

4,000 homes, golf course head to Jarrell area

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, May 5, 2025
Nearly 4,000 homes will spring up in North Williamson County as part of the new Atlas Ranch Municipal Utility District in the coming years.Located outside of Jarrell’s extraterritorial jurisdiction on County Road 344, the MUD will be developed in eight phases over the next decade.
The Hunter Glen Subdivision in Jarrell will get a 2,000 square foot splash pad. Illustration courtesy of Hunters Glen Subdivision.

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
Friday, April 18, 2025
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.
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.
Cole Benson, 14, and Astin Carrillo, 12, carry a board that will soon be part of a bed for a boy or girl in the Georgetown area. Both young men volunteered their time for Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Cole attends Meridian World School in Round Rock and Astin is home schooled.

Cole Benson, 14, and Astin Carrillo, 12, carry a board that will soon be part of a bed for a boy or girl in the Georgetown area. Both young men volunteered their time for Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Cole attends Meridian World School in Round Rock and Astin is home schooled.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace serves hundreds of children each year

Brad Stutzman
Sunday, October 13, 2024
Cars lined each side of the narrow country lane. Parked along the wide-open spaces they stood out, serving as locating markers outside a sprawling Logan Ranch Road property. In the distance, buzzing sounds broke the Saturday morning silence.
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.
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