Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Georgetown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in business jobs
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.
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.
9th and Main Street Parking Garage Retail Space
Council discussed strategies for leasing or selling the ground-floor retail space in the upcoming downtown parking garage, favoring an open RFP to find a private master developer.
LaunchGTX Entrepreneur Platform Introduction
The economic development team is rolling out a new online portal called LaunchGTX to help local startups and small businesses access market data, financial calculators, and coaching resources.