Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Georgetown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
15 issues with medium priority
Southwestern University 560 & Customer Service Center Groundbreaking
The city is marking the start of a new development project involving Southwestern University and a new customer service center. This event celebrates community growth and improves future access to city services.
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.
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. Graves during the KKK trials—will benefit from removing the failing 1970s structure.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parks and Recreation Director Appointment
Georgetown just named Eric Numer as the new Parks and Recreation Director. He's stepping in to run all the city's parks, trails, and rec programs.
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.
Police Shooting
A man was killed in a police shooting right in the middle of Georgetown’s town square. This tragic event is raising serious questions about how our local police handle high-stakes situations and what it means for our safety downtown.
Historic Siding Replacement at 1305 S Elm Street
A homeowner in the Old Town Historic District received approval to replace rotted wooden siding with modern cement fiber siding because the original material was too damaged to repair and was letting pests into the house.
Staff Activity and Workforce Development Initiatives
Staff updated the board on business visits, upcoming events like Launch GTX, and military transition programs to connect veterans with local employers.
Street Lighting Service Fee
The board reviewed proposed changes to the street lighting service fee, including a move to a flat monthly fee for all customers to reflect the system-wide benefit of streetlights.
Economic Development
Georgetown leaders are mapping out the city's economic future, which will directly impact local jobs, business growth, and what you pay in taxes. It's high-level planning today that shapes what our town looks like tomorrow.
Database Access and Public Shredder Request
A patron requested the return of specific databases and the addition of a public shredder. The library is looking into alternatives for databases and considering the shredder request.