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The city of Georgetown raised its library fee for nonresidents beginning Jan. 1. (Community Impact staff)

Catch up on recent city of Georgetown and Williamson County news

By Gracie Warhurst, Claire Shoop

Here's some of the latest government news out of Georgetown City Council and Williamson County Commissioners Court as reported by Community Impact.

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The West Austin Business Park property will be purchased by CesiumAstro. (Courtesy Velocis)

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This grant will help supplement the cost to replace a swift water rescue boat damaged in the July 4 weekend floods, County Judge Steve Snell said. (Gracie Warhurst/Community Impact)

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A USPS processing facility.

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Dave Porter, executive director of the Williamson County Economic Development Partnership, said that the site selection process for Pegatron was competitive. (Gracie Warhurst/Community Impact)

Published 3:49 PM | Jan 7, 2026 CST

Pegatron to start construction on Georgetown headquarters in March

Williamson County will provide almost $500,000 to support the Bluebonnet Trails Community Services programs. (Gracie Warhurst/Community Impact)

Published 4:37 PM | Jan 6, 2026 CST

WilCo renews partnership with Bluebonnet Trails for mental health, homelessness

Residents are advised to avoid river water at San Gabriel and Blue Hole parks. (Community Impact staff)

Published 2:38 PM | Jan 6, 2026 CST

Wastewater line failure leads to partial closure of San Gabriel River trail

The city pays about $100 per library cardholder for library operations, according to the news release. (Community Impact staff)

Published 12:00 AM | Jan 1, 2026 CST

Georgetown to increase library fees for nonresidents Jan. 1

Survey results help Georgetown officials when working on future city budgets, capital improvement projects, plans for individual departments and programs, the news release states. (Community Impact staff)

Published 4:19 PM | Dec 30, 2025 CST

Georgetown requests resident feedback for city survey

Published 12:52 PM | Dec 29, 2025 CST

Where residents can safely use fireworks in Williamson County

Georgetown and Williamson County residents have free options for Christmas tree recycling pickup and drop-off. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Published 3:05 PM | Dec 23, 2025 CST

How to recycle holiday lights, Christmas trees in Georgetown

Georgetown Capital Improvement Projects Manager Jennifer Bettiol cut the ribbon for the new Light & Waterworks District Plaza on Dec. 12. She was joined by elected officials, city staff and project contractors. (Claire Shoop/Community Impact)

Published 4:32 PM | Dec 18, 2025 CST

Georgetown opens outdoor event venue Light & Waterworks District Plaza

man wearing glasses and a blue blazer

Published 3:09 PM | Dec 17, 2025 CST

WilCo architect Pablo Serna plans for county growth, historical preservation

January 2025 state winter weather briefing

Published 5:32 PM | Dec 16, 2025 CST

Nearly 5 years after Uri, ERCOT says Texas power grid will be stable this winter