North Old Town
The amended future land use map shows majority single-family zoning designations for the North Old Town neighborhood, as well as some medium-density mixed housing and office zonings near the outskirts of the neighborhood. City council approved the amended map during its Tuesday, April 11, meeting.
Georgetown approves future land use plan amendment for North Old Town
Brigid Cooley
The Georgetown City Council voted Tuesday, April 11, to amend the city’s zoning designations earmarked for the North Old Town neighborhood as laid out in the future land use map — an action marking a long-sought victory for neighborhood residents.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
A map displays what types of development are currently located in the North Old Town neighborhood. Georgetown city staff and neighborhood residents used the map to write notes about future land use in the area during a meeting November 17. BRIGID COOLEY
City receives future land use plan feedback from North Old Town residents
Brigid Cooley
Residents of the North Old Town neighborhood met with Georgetown city staff members November 17 to discuss changes to the city’s future land use plan for the area.
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Georgetown residents Larry Olson, Penny Bland and Shelley Blans speak with District 1 Council Member Jake French, right. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JEN BRADAC
Block party promotes community in North Old Town neighborhood
Brigid Cooley
Dozens of neighbors gathered Sunday, November 13, for the second annual North Old Town Block Party.
During Sunday’s event, North Old Town residents and neighbors enjoyed games, lunch and conversation.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
North Old Town residents work to preserve neighborhood, collaborate with city
Brigid Cooley
Georgetown resident Shelley Bland’s one-acre residence on East Morrow Street, which is located in the North Old Town neighborhood, is more than just a home: it’s a piece of family history.
“My great great grandpa, John Kimbrough, had a blacksmith shop over on the property next door to mine,” Ms.
Thursday, August 18, 2022