Georgetown public meetings in 2025
64 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider the approval of minutes from a November 3rd Finance and Audit Sub Committee meeting. Additionally, the IT Director will present a project to modernize the city's IT datacenter as part of the new Customer Service Center building.
- IT Datacenter Modernization Project presentation
- Approval of November 3rd, 2025 Finance and Audit Sub Committee meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council is holding an informational town hall meeting to discuss the city budget, water demand, transportation, growth, and the Texas Legislature. No official or legislative action will be taken at this meeting.
- Discussion on City budget
- Discussion on water demand
- Discussion on transportation and growth
- Discussion on the Texas Legislature
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the FY26 Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Plan, library planning, and electric utility rates. The regular session includes votes on several utility infrastructure contracts and ordinances regarding industrial sewer standards and wastewater surcharge rates.
- Proposed FY2026 Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Plan discussion
- Contract for North Lake Water Treatment Plant Zebra Mussel Mitigation Project: $656,975.00
- Contract for Park Plant PFAS Study: $345,156.00
- Contract for Wolf Ranch Lift Station Rehabilitation Project: $341,300.00
- First reading of Industrial Pretreatment Program and Wastewater Surcharge Rates ordinances
The Georgetown City Council held a workshop and regular session on April 22, 2025. They discussed the proposed FY2026 Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Plan, with projected costs of $157.4 million for water and $325.7 million for wastewater projects, but took no formal action on it. In regular session, the council approved several items, including property acquisitions, salary increases for city officials, and multiple bond ordinances.
- Approved authorization to negotiate acquisition of 208 W. Morrow St. property (7-0)
- Approved condemnation settlement for Rockride Lane right-of-way acquisition (7-0)
- Approved electric line easement acquisition for Shell Road Feeder Line Extension (7-0)
- Approved 3% market and 4% merit salary increase for City Secretary (7-0)
- Approved 6% market and 5% merit increase for City Manager David Morgan (7-0)
- Approved 2% market and 5% merit increase for City Attorney Skye Masson (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including multiple contracts and agreements (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Industrial Pretreatment Program Ordinance (7-0)
City Council
The Georgetown City Council will hold a joint workshop with the Electric Utility Advisory Board to discuss the process for developing an Energy Resource Plan. The council may also discuss a power purchase in closed session under the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Presentation and discussion on developing an Energy Resource Plan
- Possible closed session under Sec. 551.086 regarding power purchase
The Georgetown City Council and Electric Utility Advisory Board held a joint workshop to discuss a proposed process for developing an Energy Resource Plan (ERP). The presentation covered the city's power portfolio, ERCOT market conditions, and future energy needs. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
City Council
The City Council will canvass the votes from the May 3, 2025 General Election to declare the results official. The meeting includes swearing-in ceremonies for newly elected and re-elected council members and the election of a Mayor Pro Tem.
- Canvass May 3, 2025 General Election results
- Swear in new Council Member Ben Butler (District 3)
- Swear in re-elected Council Member Ron Garland (District 4)
- Swear in re-elected Council Member Ben Stewart (District 7)
- Elect Mayor Pro Tem
The Georgetown City Council canvassed the May 3, 2025 general election results, declaring them official. Ben Butler (District 3), Ron Garland (District 4), and Ben Stewart (District 7) were sworn in, and Kevin Pitts was elected Mayor Pro Tem. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved resolution canvassing May 3, 2025 election results (7-0)
- Swore in Ben Butler as Council Member District 3
- Swore in Ron Garland as Council Member District 4
- Swore in Ben Stewart as Council Member District 7
- Appointed Kevin Pitts as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss water utility agreements, downtown parklets, and the FY2025 year-end budget. The body is also considering several high-value contracts for water transmission lines and wastewater treatment facility upgrades.
- Construction contract for Daniels to Hoover 24-inch Waterline project: $16,891,148.50
- Professional services agreement for Three Forks Reclamation Facility: $16,827,477.00
- Service contract with AquaMetric Sales Company for Sensus products: $6,643,129.82
- Annual appropriation for electrical material and warehouse services with Texas Electric Cooperatives Inc: $20,000,000.00
- Purchase of a Tymco Model 600 Street Sweeper: $381,320.00
City Council
The City Council will discuss parking garage schematics, industrial development, and the City Center project. The body is also considering several high-value contracts for wastewater rehabilitation, water meters, and infrastructure projects.
- Contract for EARZ Wastewater System Rehabilitation Area 3 to Texas Pride Utilities, LLC for $2,331,000.00
- Contract for Master Meter water meters with HydroPro Solutions, LLC not to exceed $2,500,000.00 for the first year
- Curb and Gutter replacement project contract to Texas Road, LLC for $808,605.00
- Task Order KPA-22-006 for EARZ Wastewater and Smith Branch Lift Station Rehabilitation for $632,720.00
- Purchase of six F-150 Pickup Trucks from Mac Haik Ford not to exceed $262,014.00
City Council
The City Council will consider approving minutes from a November 3rd Finance and Audit Sub Committee meeting. The body will also receive a presentation and discuss a project to modernize the city's IT datacenter as part of the new Customer Service Center building.
- IT Datacenter Modernization Project presentation
- Approval of November 3rd, 2025 Finance and Audit Sub Committee minutes
City Council
The City Council will meet on December 15, 2025, for the Annual Employee Holiday Lunch. The agenda is procedural boilerplate and no legislative action will be taken.
City Council
The City Council meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025. The agenda states that no legislative action will be taken.
City Council
The City Council will discuss transportation projects, park master plans, and electric utility policies. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts, zoning amendments, and a proposal to increase the City Manager's contract signature authority.
- Construction contract for SH-138 Waterline with Bell Contractors, Inc. for $12,840,889.37
- Proposed increase of City Manager contract signature authority from $50,000 to $100,000
- Resolution denying Oncor Electric's proposed revenue and rate increases
- Zoning map amendment for 15.92 acres at 3990 North IH-35 to General Commercial (C-3)
- Contract for 2026 EARZ Wastewater Rehabilitation with Kasberg, Patrick and Associates for $812,150.00
City Council
The Audit and Finance Subcommittee will consider recommending an ordinance that revises residential and nonresidential utility deposit requirements and repayment plan terms, and removes the repayment plan administrative fee. The subcommittee will also consider approving minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting.
- Proposed ordinance amending Title 13, Chapter 13.04, Article VII of the Code of Ordinances regarding utility account policies
- Revisions to Residential and Nonresidential Deposit requirements
- Revisions to Repayment Plan terms
- Removal of the Repayment Plan Administrative Fee
- Approval of minutes from the September 9, 2025 Audit and Finance Subcommittee meeting
The Finance Audit Sub Committee approved minutes from September 9, 2025, and recommended to Council an ordinance amending utility account policies, including revised deposit requirements and repayment plan terms, and removing the administrative fee. All votes were unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from September 9, 2025 (3-0)
- Recommended to Council utility account policy ordinance (3-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Berry Creek Trail West feasibility study and ADA transition plans. The body is deciding on several service contracts, airport fees, and a resolution regarding gas utility rates.
- Resolution to deny Texas Gas Service rate changes
- Contract for fuel card services with Corpay Technologies not to exceed $2,500,000.00
- Contract for manual meter reading services with TMD Services up to $750,000.00
- Contract for HVAC repairs with Tempset Controls not to exceed $101,500.00
- Ordinance update to Chapter 13.04 regarding utility billing deposits and repayment plans
City Council
The Georgetown City Council will hold a workshop and regular session to discuss regional safety plans, public safety updates, and legislative matters. The council will also vote on multiple contracts and grants, including a FEMA hazard mitigation grant for electric system improvements.
- Ratify $53,318 purchase of two wastewater cameras from CLS Sewer Equipment
- Approve $70,000 agreement with Professional Coating Technologies for pavement preservation
- Vote on $3.7M FEMA grant application for electric hazard mitigation improvements
- Consider $622,167 playground equipment purchase for Garey Park Phase 2
- Approve $167,319 purchase of sewer line camera from CUES, Inc.
The Georgetown City Council approved the consent agenda (6-0), which included numerous contracts and purchases, and approved first readings of a UDC text amendment and two rezoning requests (6-0 and 5-0). The meeting also included workshop presentations on transportation safety, fire department operations, the AskGTX portal, and legislative updates, but no decisions were made on those items.
- Approved consent agenda with 20+ items (6-0)
- Approved first reading of UDC text amendment (6-0)
- Approved rezoning at 606 W 18th St from Office to Residential Single-Family (5-0)
- Approved rezoning at 604 W 18th St from Office to Residential Single-Family (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code and proposed changes to police-related ordinances. The regular session includes a consent agenda with numerous routine items such as contracts, purchases, and agreements. An executive session is scheduled for legal, real property, and economic development matters.
- Presentation and discussion on Unified Development Code (UDC) update and recommendations from UDC Steering Committee
- Presentation and discussion on proposed ordinance changes for Police Department
- Executive session includes deliberation on property at Forest Street and West 8th Street, and property near SW Blvd and Hwy 29
- Consent agenda includes tax abatement agreements with GPP Projects, LLC, SL 6 LP and VTC, L.L.C., and an economic development agreement with VTC, L.L.C.
- Consent agenda includes purchase of 15 Super Duty Trucks for $1,581,406.40 and 25 Light Trucks for $1,292,251.59
The Georgetown City Council held a workshop on UDC updates and police ordinance changes, then in regular session approved a letter of intent with GPP Projects, LLC for the city manager to negotiate. The council also approved a 30-item consent agenda, including tax abatement agreements, contracts, and purchases, and passed first readings for several zoning changes and ordinances. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved authorization for City Manager to negotiate and sign letter of intent with GPP Projects, LLC (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including tax abatement agreements, contracts, and purchases (7-0)
- Approved first reading to rezone 737 County Road 152 to Business Park (7-0)
- Approved first reading to rezone 1306 Hart Street to Residential Single-Family (7-0)
- Approved first reading to zone 13.673 acres near Shell Road and Shell Spur as Residential Single-Family (7-0)
- Approved first reading to rezone 24.744 acres near Shell Road and Shell Spur to Residential Single-Family (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance on standards of care for youth recreation programs (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance assigning annexed areas to Traffic Impact Fee Service Areas (7-0)
City Council
The Georgetown City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates on San Gabriel Park Phase 4, the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application, the five-year Electric Utility CIP plan, and the proposed Atkinson Ranch MUD. The regular session will include votes on contracts, grants, and agreements, including a $10.8 million FEMA hazard mitigation grant for electric system improvements.
- San Gabriel Park Phase 4 Master Plan presentation and discussion
- 2025 CDBG funding application discussion and approval
- Purchase of Motorola radio replacement for Fire Department ($2,050,000)
- Hazard Mitigation Grant application for Gabriel View ($10.8 million)
- Facility Development Agreement with LCRA for Aviation Substation
The Georgetown City Council approved a consent agenda with several purchases and contracts, including $2.05 million for Motorola radio equipment for the Fire Department, $527,129 for a Vactor catch basin cleaner, and a $450,000 utility bill printing contract with DataProse. They also approved a 6-0 vote to retain attorney Sandy Gomez with Husch Blackwell LLP and waive conflicts of interest. The meeting included workshop discussions on the San Gabriel Park Phase 4 Master Plan, CDBG applications, the Electric 5-Year CIP, and a proposed MUD for Atkinson Ranch, but no final decisions were made on those items.
- Approved $2.05M Motorola radio purchase for Fire Department (6-0)
- Approved $527,129 Vactor 2100i Catch Basin Cleaner purchase (6-0)
- Approved $450,000 DataProse utility bill printing contract (6-0)
- Approved $500,000 T. Morales on-call electrical services contract (6-0)
- Approved $144,000 Crescent Power consulting amendment (6-0)
- Approved $10.8M FEMA hazard mitigation grant application (6-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (6-0)
- Approved authorization to retain Sandy Gomez with Husch Blackwell LLP (6-0)
City Council
The Georgetown City Council will hold a workshop to discuss governance, trends, and strategies. No official action will be taken at this meeting; any decisions will be formally adopted on a later regular meeting.
- City Council Goal Setting Session
- Discussion of Council governance and government trends
- Workshop facilitated by consultant from Forward Partners
City Council
The City Council will consider awarding contracts for wastewater system rehabilitation and curb replacement, along with renewing software and equipment agreements. The meeting also includes a workshop on a parking garage schematic and updates on city center development.
- Award contract for Edwards Aquifer Wastewater System Rehabilitation Area 3 ($2,331,000)
- Award contract for 2021 Curb and Gutter replacement ($808,605)
- Renew Omnia Cooperative contract with Amazon ($300,000)
- Purchase Stryker Power Load System ($195,000)
- Purchase Cardiac Heart Monitors ($145,000)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting will be held as regularly scheduled.
Unified Development Code Advisory Commission
The Unified Development Code Advisory Commission will discuss penalties for dangerous structures and mothballing standards. The body will also receive a presentation on the progress and timeline of the UDC Rewrite Project.
- Discussion on dangerous structure penalties and mothballing standards
- Presentation on UDC Rewrite Project progress and timeline
- Approval of May 14, 2025 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning requests. These include a large-scale rezoning for a Planned Unit Development and a zoning change for the Historic Jail property.
- Rezoning of 84.584 acres at 700, 750, and 800 SH 195 from Agriculture to Planned Unit Development (MF-1 and C-3)
- Rezoning of 1.3223 acres at 102 W. 3rd Street (Historic Jail) to Mixed Use Downtown
- Special Use Permit request for fuel sales at 350 SH 195
- Approval of October 21, 2025, meeting minutes
The Georgetown Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning map amendment to rezone 84.584 acres at 700, 750, and 800 SH 195 from Agriculture to Planned Unit Development with base districts of Low-Density Multi-Family and General Commercial. The approval included a proviso for an 8-foot perimeter fence and a restriction that the maximum 45-foot building height be limited to the area immediately adjacent to the C-3 zoning. The commission also approved a rezoning for the Historic Jail property and a special use permit for fuel sales at 350 SH 195.
- Approved PUD rezoning for 84.584 acres at SH 195 with 8-foot fence and height limit proviso (6-1)
- Approved rezoning of 1.3223 acres at 102 W. 3rd Street to Mixed Use Downtown (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for fuel sales at 350 SH 195 (7-0)
- Approved minutes from October 21, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Motion to postpone PUD item failed (1-6)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The November 18, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission for November 13, 2025, is cancelled due to a posting discrepancy. All items will be moved to a future agenda.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission for November 4, 2025, has been cancelled.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will hold public hearings and a conceptual review for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body is considering requests for new construction, height exceptions, and architectural changes at specific city addresses.
- 1401 E. 15th Street: Request for a new porch, patio, or deck and replacement of a historic feature
- 904 Walnut Street: Request for new building construction and a 15-foot street-facing garage setback reduction
- 701 S. College: Conceptual review for new infill construction and a building height exception up to 31 feet
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new porch, patio, or deck at 1401 E. 15th Street, with a condition that the applicant paint the posts and deck. They also approved a COA for new construction and a setback reduction at 904 Walnut Street. A conceptual review for new infill construction at 701 S. College was discussed but no formal action was taken.
- Approved minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Approved COA for new porch/deck at 1401 E. 15th St. with condition to paint posts and deck (4-1)
- Approved COA for new construction and 15-foot setback reduction at 904 Walnut St. (5-0)
- Conceptual review for 701 S. College: no formal action taken
Unified Development Code Advisory Commission
The Unified Development Code Advisory Commission will discuss potential new standards for mothballing vacant structures. The body will also receive a progress report and timeline regarding the UDC Rewrite Project.
- Discussion on new mothballing standards for vacant structures
- Presentation on UDC Rewrite Project progress and timeline
- Selection of Vice Chair and Secretary for the 2025-2026 session
- Approval of May 14, 2025 meeting minutes
The Unified Development Code Advisory Commission approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and selected Josh Baran as Vice Chair and Brian Carr as Secretary for the 2025-2026 session, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. The commission also discussed proposed mothballing standards for vacant structures, agreeing on several points but taking no formal action. A status update on the UDC rewrite project was presented.
- Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Josh Baran as Vice Chair for 2025-2026 (4-0)
- Approved Brian Carr as Secretary for 2025-2026 (4-0)
Electric Utility Advisory Board
The board will review an electric rate increase amendment and the monthly operating report. Members will also elect a Vice-Chair and Secretary and receive briefings on billing cycles and board membership.
- Overview of the electric rate increase amendment
- Election of Vice-Chair and Secretary
- Electric Monthly Operating Report
- Presentation on electric billing cycle, metering, and collection
- Executive session on risk management policies and cybersecurity
The board approved the August 21, 2025 minutes and elected Laura Klein-Plunkett as Vice-Chair and Sam Jones as Secretary, both unanimously. Members received presentations on billing, operations, and a proposed Electric Line Extension and Meter Connect Policy amendment effective November 1, 2025, but took no action on the rate change. The board also entered executive session for competitive and cybersecurity matters before adjourning.
- Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Elected Laura Klein-Plunkett as Vice-Chair and Sam Jones as Secretary (4-0)
- Adjourned at 4:35pm (4-0)
Economic Development Corporation
The Georgetown Economic Development Corporation will review its third-quarter financial report and discuss staff reports. The board will deliberate on economic development negotiations and take action from an executive session regarding five specific projects.
- Approval of July 21, 2025 minutes
- FY 2025 quarter three financial report
- Discussion of staff report
- Action from Executive Session
- Deliberation on Project Cardinal, Omega, Seville, Vapor 2.0, and Orchid
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation met on September 15, 2025, and approved the May 19, 2025 minutes with an amendment, voting 5-0. The board also received the FY 2025 third quarter financial report and September 2025 updates, both presented by staff. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 19, 2025 minutes with amendment (5-0)
- Received FY 2025 third quarter financial report
- Received September 2025 GTEC updates
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation will consider the nomination and election of a Vice President. The board will also review and discuss GTEC updates from October 2025.
- Nomination and election of a Vice President
- Review of October 2025 GTEC Updates
The Arts and Culture Advisory Board's regularly scheduled meeting for October 21, 2025, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.
- Cancelled October 21, 2025 meeting
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation’s regularly scheduled meeting on January 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM in City Hall (808 Martin Luther King Jr. Street) has been cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted in compliance with legal requirements.
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Transportation Enhancement Corporation for April 21, 2025, has been cancelled.
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Transportation Enhancement Corporation for June 16, 2025, has been cancelled.
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation of Georgetown, Texas, cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for August 18, 2025. The meeting was to be held at City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr Street. No decisions or discussions were held due to the cancellation.
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation will consider recommending the proposed FY 2026 budget and administrative services contract. The board will also review updates from May 2025.
- FY 2026 proposed GTEC budget
- Administrative services contract
- May 2025 GTEC Updates
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation approved the FY2026 proposed budget and administrative services contract as presented, and also approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes. The board reviewed May 2025 GTEC updates and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Approved FY2026 GTEC budget and administrative services contract as presented (6-0)
Economic Development Corporation
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Economic Development Corporation for August 18, 2025, has been cancelled.
Economic Development Corporation
The Georgetown Economic Development Corporation's regularly scheduled meeting on June 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The body will meet again at a later date.
- Meeting cancelled
- Meeting location: City Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. Street
Economic Development Corporation
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Economic Development Corporation for April 21, 2025, has been cancelled.
Economic Development Corporation
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Board for January 20, 2025, has been cancelled.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning map amendments. The body will also nominate and select a Vice Chair and Secretary for the 2025-2026 session.
- Rezoning request for 501 W 8th Street from General Commercial (C-3) to Local Commercial (C-1)
- Rezoning request for 1700 Garden Villa Drive from Residential Single-Family (RS) to Two-Family (TF)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning map amendment to rezone Lot 4, Block M of the South San Gabriel Urban Renewal Subdivision from General Commercial (C-3) to Local Commercial (C-1) at 501 W 8th Street, despite public opposition from neighborhood residents. The commission also approved a second rezoning at 1700 Garden Villa Drive from Residential Single-Family (RS) to Two-Family (TF) zoning. Both motions passed 7-0. The commission approved prior meeting minutes and selected officers for the 2025-2026 session.
- Approved rezoning at 501 W 8th St from C-3 to C-1 (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 1700 Garden Villa Dr from RS to TF (7-0)
- Approved minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting (6-0)
- Approved Scott Allen as Vice Chair for 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Approved Michael Charles as Secretary for 2025-2026 (7-0)
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property at 1310 Olive Street. The body will also appoint an alternate member to the Demolition Subcommittee and conduct subcommittee training.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition and demolition of a street-facing façade at 1310 Olive Street
- Appointment of one alternate member to the Historic and Architectural Review Demolition Subcommittee for 2025-2026
- Staff presentation on HARC Demolition Subcommittee process and procedures
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition and demolition of a street-facing facade at 1310 Olive Street, with one commissioner recused. The commission also approved meeting minutes and appointed Wendy S Cash as alternate demolition subcommittee member. A training session on demolition procedures was held, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1310 Olive Street addition and facade demolition (6-0)
- Approved minutes from October 9, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Appointed Wendy S Cash as alternate demolition subcommittee member (7-0)
Water Utility Advisory Board
The Georgetown Water Utility Advisory Board will meet to consider awarding a $12.8 million waterline construction contract and an $812,150 wastewater rehabilitation task order. The board will also nominate and elect a vice-chair and discuss future meeting schedules. No public speakers signed up for this meeting.
- Construction contract with Bell Contractors, Inc. for SH-138 Waterline at $12,840,889.37
- Task Order KPA-26-001 with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for 2026 EARZ Wastewater Rehabilitation at $812,150.00
- Nominations and election of Vice-Chairman
- Discussion and possible action on meeting dates and times
- Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025 meeting
The Water Utility Advisory Board voted 4-0 to recommend City Council award a $12,840,889.37 construction contract to Beil Contractors, Inc. for the SH-138 Waterline project, including base bid and alternate 1. The board also approved a $812,150 task order with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for the 2026 EARZ Wastewater Rehabilitation, and elected Brian Birdwell as Vice-Chair. All votes were unanimous.
- Recommended awarding $12,840,889.37 contract to Beil Contractors for SH-138 Waterline (4-0)
- Recommended approving $812,150 task order with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for 2026 EARZ Wastewater Rehabilitation (4-0)
- Elected Brian Birdwell as Vice-Chair (4-0)
- Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Kept meeting dates/times at 2:00 p.m. on second Thursday of month (4-0)
UDC Update Steering Committee
The Georgetown UDC Update Steering Committee will discuss proposed changes to non-residential driveway regulations, draft residential adjacency standards, and potential penalties for dangerous structures and demolition by neglect. The meeting will also cover progress on the UDC Rewrite Project and upcoming timelines.
- Discussion on proposed changes to non-residential driveway code language
- Review of draft residential adjacency standards and land use analysis processes
- Possible penalties for dangerous structures and implementation of mothballing requirements
- Progress update and discussion on the UDC Rewrite Project timeline
- Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting
The UDC Update Steering Committee discussed several proposed code changes but took no formal votes beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. The committee reached consensus on a 3-year hold period for demolition-by-neglect cases, with an appeal process, and agreed to remove a proposed height restriction for non-residential structures near residential zones. They also discussed driveway spacing standards and cut-and-fill height measurement, but no final decisions were made on these items.
- Approved minutes from August 28, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Agreed to 3-year hold period for demolition-by-neglect cases
- Agreed to remove subsection A of height limitation code 8.03.06
- Agreed to exempt overlays from height limitation changes
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will consider approving meeting minutes, electing officers for the 2025-2026 session, and appointing members to the Demolition Subcommittee. The body will also review two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding property at 1310 Olive Street and 205 E University Avenue.
- Approval of September 25, 2025, meeting minutes
- Nomination and selection of Vice Chair and Secretary for 2025-2026
- Appointments to the Demolition Subcommittee
- Conceptual review for 1310 Olive Street (2025-21-COA)
- Pre-conceptual review for 205 E University Avenue
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission approved the September 25, 2025 minutes, selected Evan Hein as Vice Chair and Heather Smith as Secretary for 2025-2026, and appointed Linda Burns and Sydney Lemanski as full demolition subcommittee members, with Stuart Garner as an alternate. The second alternate nomination was continued to the October 23, 2025 meeting. Two conceptual reviews (1310 Olive Street and 205 E University Avenue) were discussed but no action was taken.
- Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Elected Evan Hein as Vice Chair for 2025-2026 (6-0)
- Elected Heather Smith as Secretary for 2025-2026 (6-0)
- Appointed Linda Burns as full demolition subcommittee member (6-0)
- Appointed Sydney Lemanski as full demolition subcommittee member (6-0)
- Appointed Stuart Garner as alternate demolition subcommittee member (6-0)
- Continued second alternate demolition subcommittee nomination to October 23, 2025 (6-0)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Georgetown Zoning Board of Adjustment will review and likely approve minutes from its December 17, 2024 meeting. The board will also hold a public hearing on a zoning variance request for a shed at 1105 Round Mountain Pass, allowing a 3-foot rear setback encroachment and 5-inch side setback encroachment under the Wolf Ranch Residential Planned Unit Development rules.
- Zoning variance for 1105 Round Mountain Pass shed (3’ rear setback, 5” side setback)
- Public hearing on variance under Ordinance 2018-66 (Wolf Ranch PUD Amendment)
- Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
The Georgetown Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a variance request for a shed encroaching into rear and side setbacks at 1105 Round Mountain Pass. The board found the request did not meet the required approval criteria, including lack of extraordinary conditions. The motion to deny passed 4-1, with one member voting against.
- Approved minutes from December 17, 2024 meeting (5-0)
- Denied variance 2025-1-VAR for shed encroachment at 1105 Round Mountain Pass (4-1)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Georgetown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and possible action on four zoning requests and one annexation request. Items include rezonings, a special use permit, and a planned unit development ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion items.
- Annexation of 15.92 acres at 3990 North IH-35 for General Commercial (C-3) zoning
- Rezoning of 1612 Williams Drive from Office (OF) to Neighborhood Commercial (CN)
- Special Use Permit for fuel sales at 1800 FM 971 and SH 130 Toll intersection
- Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning amendment for 68.5993 acres at East University Avenue and Smith Creek Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning map amendment for the Southwestern University Planned Unit Development (PUD) on 68.6 acres, with Commissioner MacGuire recused. The commission also approved two rezoning requests and denied a special use permit for fuel sales. The meeting minutes from August 19, 2025, were approved.
- Approved Southwestern University PUD zoning amendment (6-0)
- Approved Speedy Stop 92 annexation rezoning to C-3 (7-0)
- Approved Crisp & Chew rezoning at 1612 Williams Drive to CN (7-0)
- Denied special use permit for fuel sales at FM 971 and SH 130 (3-4)
- Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
Housing Advisory Board
The Georgetown Housing Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from its October 2024 meeting and hear presentations on the Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program Annual Report, a preliminary report on rapid value increases in neighborhoods, and follow-up discussion on Housing Element Action Items.
- Consideration and possible approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation of Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program Annual Report
- Preliminary report on Rapid Value Increases in Neighborhoods
- Follow-up discussion on Housing Element Action Items
The board approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting (5-0). They also received presentations on the Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program annual report, rapid value increases in neighborhoods, and discussed Housing Element action items including Neighborhood Empowerment Zones and a Best Neighborhood Program, but took no action on these items.
- Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for altering a historic feature at 803 S College Street. Commissioners will also discuss general updates and take public comments.
- Approve minutes from September 11, 2025 meeting
- Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 803 S College Street (2025-32-COA)
- General updates and commissioner questions
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 803 S College Street, allowing replacement of non-historic windows on street-facing facades, with conditions requiring the 6 Victorian Art Glass windows to be restored and reinstalled, and a plan and building permit application submitted within 30 days. The motion was approved 5-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting.
- Approved minutes from September 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Approved COA for 803 S College Street with conditions to replace inappropriate windows on street-facing facades, restore 6 Victorian Art Glass windows, and submit plan and building permit within 30 days (5-0)
Water Utility Advisory Board
The Georgetown Water Utility Advisory Board will review and possibly recommend approval of contracts totaling over $10 million for wastewater system rehabilitation and electrical work, as well as a rate increase for non-potable reuse irrigation. The board will also discuss findings from the 2025 Impact Fee Study and future agenda items.
- $6,987,500 contract with Texas Pride Utilities for EARZ Wastewater System Rehabilitation
- $3,104,900 contract with T-Morales for Pecan Branch Package Plant Electrical and I&C Project
- Consideration of FY2026 non-potable reuse irrigation rate increase
- Presentation of 2025 Impact Fee Study and Committee findings
- Future Water Board study and agenda items discussion
The Georgetown Water Utility Advisory Board recommended awarding a $6,987,500 contract to Texas Pride Utilities for the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone wastewater system rehabilitation project, and a $3,104,900 contract to T-Morales for the Pecan Branch wastewater package plant electrical and I&C project. The board also recommended an increase to the non-potable reuse irrigation rate for FY2026, equivalent to the water rate increase, and approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Recommended non-potable reuse irrigation rate increase for FY2026 (5-0)
- Recommended $6,987,500 contract to Texas Pride Utilities for EARZ wastewater rehab (5-0)
- Recommended $3,104,900 contract to T-Morales for Pecan Branch electrical project (5-0)
Unified Development Code Advisory Commission
The Unified Development Code Advisory Commission will receive presentations on a land use chart update and draft changes to residential landscaping. The body will also discuss the overall status of the UDC rewrite project.
- Presentation on updated land use chart, notes, and definitions
- Presentation on draft changes to the residential landscaping section of the UDC
- Status update on the overall UDC rewrite project
- Approval of March 12, 2025, meeting minutes
The Unified Development Code Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting (5-0). They also discussed updates to the land use chart, residential landscaping rules, and the overall UDC rewrite, but took no action on these items.
- Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation held a regular session with no substantive items. The board reviewed standard procedural matters, including approval of prior meeting minutes, a financial report, and September 2025 updates, but took no formal actions.
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation met on September 15, 2025, and approved the May 19, 2025 minutes with an amendment, voting 5-0. The board also received the FY 2025 third quarter financial report and September 2025 updates, both presented by staff. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 19, 2025 minutes with amendment (5-0)
- Received FY 2025 third quarter financial report
- Received September 2025 GTEC updates
UDC Update Steering Committee
The Georgetown UDC Update Steering Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Unified Development Code, including regulations for non-residential driveways, parking locations for low-density multifamily housing, and demolition by neglect penalties. The committee will also review the Downtown and Old Town code.
- Discussion on non-residential driveway code language
- Discussion on parking location for low-density multifamily
- Discussion on demolition by neglect and historic overlay districts
- Discussion on subdivision variance and plat process
- Discussion on UDC Chapter 5: Downtown and Old Town Code
The UDC Update Steering Committee met and approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0). The committee discussed several proposed UDC changes, including driveway spacing, cut and fill limits, subdivision variance process, demolition by neglect, parking location for low-density multifamily, and Downtown/Old Town code. No final decisions were made on these items; the committee agreed to review recommendations and gather more information.
- Approved minutes from May 22, 2025 UDC Steering Committee meeting (8-0)
- Agreed to attach plat as exhibit when variance is presented to Planning and Zoning Commission
- Agreed to review placing temporary hold on development and mothballing provision for demolition by neglect
- Agreed that parking location concern for low-density multifamily could be addressed by developer
- Discussed but did not finalize driveway spacing changes; will review TxDOT regulations
- Discussed but did not finalize cut and fill limitations; will review surrounding city codes
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for new infill construction. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from August 28, 2025.
- Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness (2025-30-COA) for new infill construction at 1002 S. Elm
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for new infill construction at 1002 S. Elm Street, with a 6-0 vote. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda item was a discussion on public communication.
- Approved minutes from August 28, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new infill construction at 1002 S Elm St (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning requests and a Unified Development Code text amendment. The body will also consider approving minutes from the July 15, 2025, meeting.
- Rezoning request for .16 acres at 609 S. Church St. from Residential Single Family to Mixed Use Downtown
- Special Use Permit request for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 910 Country Club Road
- Annexation and zoning of 43.13 acres at 2200 Shell Road as a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Proposed Unified Development Code Text Amendments to chapters 8, 11, 12, and 16
The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request to zone approximately 43.13 acres at 2200 Shell Road as a Planned Unit Development upon annexation, citing concerns about the waiver of a Traffic Impact Analysis, tree preservation, and lack of internal connectivity. The commission also approved a rezoning at 609 S. Church St., a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 910 Country Club Road, and a Unified Development Code text amendment. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Denied 2025-4-ANX Shell Spur Tract PUD and Annexation (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 609 S. Church St. to Mixed Use Downtown (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for ADU at 910 Country Club Road (7-0)
- Approved UDC text amendment to Chapters 8, 11, 12, 16 (7-0)
- Approved minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting (7-0)
Economic Development Corporation
The Georgetown Economic Development Corporation will consider recommending the FY 2026 proposed budget and administrative services contract. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss economic development negotiations regarding Project Valley.
- FY 2026 proposed GEDCO budget
- Administrative services contract
- Executive session regarding Project Valley
The Georgetown Economic Development Corporation approved the FY2026 proposed budget and administrative services contract as presented, and approved Project Valley as discussed in executive session. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0. The board also approved the May 19, 2025 minutes.
- Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Approved FY2026 GEDCO budget and administrative services contract (4-0)
- Approved Project Valley as discussed in executive session (4-0)
Arts and Culture Advisory Board
The Arts and Culture Advisory Board will meet to review and potentially approve public art installations and grant awards. The session includes decisions on a mural and sculpture for the parking garage.
- Approval of the Parking Garage Mural
- Approval of the Parking Garage Sculpture
- Awarding of 2025 Round II Arts & Culture Grants
The Georgetown Arts and Culture Advisory Board met in a special session on July 22, 2025, due to a lack of quorum at the regular meeting. The board unanimously approved the parking garage mural and sculpture as presented by staff, and approved the 2025 Round II Arts & Culture Grants as discussed. The June 17, 2025 minutes were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Approved parking garage mural as presented (4-0)
- Approved parking garage sculpture as presented (4-0)
- Approved 2025 Round II Arts & Culture Grants as discussed (4-0)
Arts and Culture Advisory Board
The Arts and Culture Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Arts & Culture Report and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider selecting sculptures for the Annual Georgetown Sculpture Tour.
- Selection of sculptures for the Annual Georgetown Sculpture Tour
- Approval of July 22, 2025 minutes
- Presentation of Arts & Culture Report
The Arts and Culture Advisory Board approved the sculpture selections for the Annual Georgetown Sculpture Tour as presented by staff, with a 6-0 vote. The board also approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were announcements and a staff report.
- Approved Annual Georgetown Sculpture Tour selections (6-0)
- Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will hold public hearings to consider setback and height exceptions for three properties. The body will decide if proposed additions and demolitions comply with historic overlay district standards.
- 1603 S Church Street: request for setback exception for a new porch, patio, or deck
- 502 E 2nd Street: request for a new addition, side setback modification, and height increase to 28’-4’’
- 401 S. Walnut Street: request for street-facing façade demolition, new addition, setback exception, and height increase to 16’-6’’
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission denied a certificate of appropriateness for a porch encroachment at 1603 S Church Street, then approved two other COA requests: a new addition at 502 E 2nd Street and a demolition/addition at 401 S Walnut Street. The commission also discussed ethics guidance for public emails.
- Denied COA for porch encroachment at 1603 S Church Street (5-2)
- Approved COA for addition at 502 E 2nd Street (7-0)
- Approved COA for demolition/addition at 401 S Walnut Street (7-0)
- Approved minutes from August 14, 2025 meeting (6-0)
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review project team updates and BRE visits. The session includes the introduction of a spring intern and the approval of December 13, 2024 minutes.
- Approval of December 13, 2024 minutes
- Discussion on Project Teams, Partner updates, and BRE Visits
- Introduction of Spring Intern
The Main Street Advisory Board met and approved the December 13, 2024 minutes (6-0). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on staff reports and project updates, including the upcoming Swirl event, a possible change to Blazin' Beer, and a facade grant fund balance of $86,013.50.
- Approved December 13, 2024 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation will meet to approve previous minutes and review the first quarter financial report for FY 2025. The board will also discuss March 2025 GTEC updates.
- FY 2025 first quarter financial report
- March 2025 GTEC Updates
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0) and received the FY 2025 first quarter financial report and March 2025 GTEC updates. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Transportation Enhancement Corporation of Georgetown, TX is meeting to approve minutes and discuss May 2025 updates. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major items.
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation met on May 19, 2025, and approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (5-0). The board also received and discussed the May 2025 GTEC updates presented by Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Heard May 2025 GTEC updates presentation
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on two facade grant requests. The board will also review project team updates and staff reports.
- Facade grant request for 3M Square One LLC at 710 S. Austin Avenue
- Facade grant request for Gtown Jazz LLC at 708 S. Austin Avenue
- Review of Project Teams, Partner updates, and BRE Visits
The Main Street Advisory Board approved two facade grant requests: $10,000 for 3M Square One LLC at 710 S. Austin Avenue (6-0) and $20,000 for Gtown Jazz LLC at 708 S. Austin Avenue (5-1). The board also approved the June 13, 2025 minutes (6-0) and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $10,000 facade grant for 3M Square One LLC at 710 S. Austin Avenue (6-0)
- Approved $20,000 facade grant for Gtown Jazz LLC at 708 S. Austin Avenue (5-1)
- Approved June 13, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss and potentially take action on the 2025-2026 Work Plan and a facade grant request. The board will also review project team updates and volunteer activities.
- Facade Grant request for 812 S. Main Street
- 2025-2026 Main Street Work Plan
- Discussion on reviving quarterly Main Street volunteer lunches
The Georgetown Main Street Advisory Board approved a $4,996 facade grant for 812 S. Main Street and the 2025-2026 Main Street Work Plan as amended, both by 5-0 votes. The board also approved minutes from March and May 2025, and discussed reviving quarterly volunteer lunches and various downtown updates.
- Approved March 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved May 9, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved $4,996 facade grant for 812 S. Main Street (5-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 Main Street Work Plan with amendment (5-0)
Main Street Advisory Board
The Georgetown Main Street Advisory Board will hold its annual Board Retreat on May 9, 2025, at YellowTruck, LLC in Brenham, TX. This is a workshop-only session with no decisions or votes scheduled. The meeting notice confirms compliance with ADA requirements for public participation.
- Annual Board Retreat scheduled for May 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
- Workshop-only session with no action items
- Meeting location: YellowTruck, LLC, 101 E Main St, Brenham, TX 77833
The Main Street Advisory Board met for its annual retreat in Brenham, TX, on May 9, 2025. The board toured downtown Brenham and reviewed accreditation scores and the annual work plan. No formal decisions or actions were taken during the workshop.
Transportation Enhancement Corporation
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation will meet to handle administrative elections and financial reporting. The board will consider the election of a Vice Chair and review the FY 2024 fourth quarter financial report.
- Nomination and election of a Vice Chair
- Presentation of the FY 2024 fourth quarter financial report
- Review of GTEC Board Meeting start times
- Discussion of February 2025 GTEC Updates
The Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation approved a motion to set board meeting start times no earlier than 4:15 PM, and elected Kevin Cummins as Vice Chair. The board also approved the December 16, 2024 minutes and received the FY 2024 fourth quarter financial report and February 2025 updates. All votes were unanimous except the vice chair election, which recorded no votes due to a procedural issue.
- Approved December 16, 2024 minutes (6-0)
- Elected Kevin Cummins as Vice Chair (motion approved, no recorded votes)
- Approved board meeting start time no earlier than 4:15 PM (6-0)