Council approves Minutes of the August 13, 2026 Meeting

Minutes of the August 13, 2026 Meeting

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Nominations and Election of the Vice-Chairman of the Georgetown Water Utility Advisory Board

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Discussion of Meeting Dates and Times of the Georgetown Water Utility Advisory Board

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Construction Contract with Lupe Rubio Construction for the Cedar Hollow Waterline Improvements

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212 W. 7th Street Facade Grant

212 W 7th St, Georgetown, TX 78626

Exterior maintenance including stucco repair and wood window restoration for a downtown commercial building.

still pending

Attached Garage + Addition at Olive St and 15th

1409 Olive Street

Request to demolish a 1970s addition and construct a new garage addition and deck at 1409 Olive Street.

still pending

Zoning Board Member Training and Procedures

City planning staff trained local board members on how to handle zoning cases, public hearings, and conflicts of interest. The session ensures that volunteers making decisions on Georgetown's growth understand the legal and procedural rules.

What it means: The entire community benefits from well-trained board members who make consistent and legally sound land use decisions.

Raised 2 times this week

Housing Advisory Board Annual Orientation and Program Review

New and returning board members will receive training on affordable housing goals, the Home Repair Program, and how federal CDBG grants are used in Georgetown.

What it means: Board members and city residents benefit from well-informed officials guiding affordable housing policies.

Raised 2 times this week

Commission Training and Education

Georgetown is preparing its advisory board and commission members with essential training on local land use codes, public meeting rules, and the ongoing Unified Development Code rewrite. These sessions ensure that volunteers making recommendations on growth and development are fully equipped to handle complex zoning cases.

What it means: Board members and local residents benefit from transparent, well-informed decision-making on community development.

Historic Commission Board Training and Procedures

HARC members will undergo training on how to evaluate changes to historic structures, ensuring consistent application of design guidelines across Georgetown's historic districts.

What it means: Property owners and residents in historic districts benefit from transparent, consistent application of preservation rules.

Cedar Hollow Waterline Replacement Project

The city is moving forward to replace about 44,500 feet of aging waterlines in the Cedar Hollow subdivision to cut down on leaks and improve service reliability. Lupe Rubio Construction was selected for the $5.72 million project, which will upgrade lines to modern 8-inch PVC pipes.

What it means: The contract is valued at $5,721,013.59, funded through the FY 2026 CIP budget.

Historic Home Expansion and Demolition at 1409 Olive Street

Property owners at 1409 Olive Street want to tear down an unpermitted 1970s addition and a shed to build a new garage and expand the historic 1885 home. The Demolition Subcommittee reviewed the plans and recommended approval, noting the original 1885 structure—once home to Judge Harry N.

What it means: The property owners, who will be able to modernize and expand their family home for retirement while addressing structural and drainage issues.

City Financial Strategy

The board is reviewing updates to the department's cost recovery process, which helps determine user fees and program pricing for public recreation services.

What it means: City taxpayers and program participants by ensuring sustainable, transparent funding for recreation services.

Parks Capital Improvement Program

The advisory board will review ongoing capital projects across Georgetown's park system, keeping residents informed on facility upgrades and new park developments.

What it means: Georgetown residents, families, and recreational visitors who utilize city parks and facilities.

Facade Grant Fund

Property owner Tom Guyton is seeking Main Street facade grant assistance to repair historic stucco and wooden window frames on his building at 212 W. 7th Street. The project aims to preserve the historic exterior character of the downtown commercial property ahead of a planned November start date.

What it means: Downtown visitors, local business patrons, and property owner Tom Guyton benefit from maintained historic infrastructure.

Police Promotional Examination Appeals

Candidates for police lieutenant and sergeant positions are appealing specific questions from recent written promotional exams, which will impact promotion eligibility lists.

What it means: Police officers participating in the promotional process who seek fair and accurate exam scoring.

2026 Holiday Ornament Pricing and Distribution

The advisory board will discuss pricing and sales strategies for the 2026 municipal holiday ornament program, which supports local holiday traditions and downtown promotions.

What it means: Local shoppers, collectors, and the Main Street program benefit from community engagement and fundraising.

Downtown Facade Improvements at 212 W. 7th Street

Property owner Tom Guyton is seeking Main Street facade grant assistance to repair historic stucco and wooden window frames on his building at 212 W. 7th Street. The project aims to preserve the historic exterior character of the downtown commercial property ahead of a planned November start date.

What it means: Downtown visitors, local business patrons, and property owner Tom Guyton benefit from maintained historic infrastructure.