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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Georgetown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Financial Sustainability Study and Cost Recovery Plan
The city is reworking how it prices parks and rec programs, moving from a pyramid to a continuum model and replacing the 100% non-resident surcharge pilot with a flexible differential. Resident priority registration proved the best tool for getting residents into high-demand programs.
FY2027 GTEC Budget and Administrative Services Contract
The board is set to elect its Vice Chair and Secretary, alongside reviewing its regular meeting schedule.
Solid Waste Disposal Rate Adjustments
The city is reviewing adjustments to solid waste and recycling rates for residents and businesses to cover operational costs and maintain service quality. These changes will impact monthly utility bills across different customer tiers.
FY 2026 Third Quarter Financial Review
The board reviewed budget revenues, sales tax collections, and capital improvement expenditures for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026.
North Georgetown TIRZ Infrastructure Reimbursement and Budget
The board scheduled consideration of an amended infrastructure reimbursement agreement and final project plan supporting industrial development near SH 195 and IH 35. These agreements involve tax increment financing to help offset major utility construction costs, such as sanitary sewer interceptors.
Rivery Park TIRZ FY2027 Budget and Financial Report
The board reviewed the annual financial report and the proposed FY2027 budget, which outlines revenues, administrative expenses, and debt service for the zone. Managing these funds ensures that tax increments are properly allocated toward public improvements and debt obligations in the district.
Street Maintenance Sales Tax Renewal
The city is asking voters to renew a 1/4 cent sales tax that funds road repairs. This tax is the main way the city pays for keeping our streets in good shape.
Electric Rate Ordinance Update
Georgetown is proposing a major modernization of its electric rate ordinance — clearer definitions, standardized rate classes, a new Power Pedestal rate for temporary event power, and updated large commercial rates. Changes aim at transparency and cost recovery, and could affect bills for large commercial customers.
GTEC FY2026 second-quarter finances
The corporation's $19.2 million revenue budget is mostly sales tax driven, and its $73 million expense budget is dominated by capital projects. Sales tax revenue is tracking slightly ahead of last year.
FY2026 second-quarter financial report
The EDC's main funding source is sales tax, and collections are tracking about 1% ahead of last year — a modest but positive signal for the local economy. The corporation's big spending item is economic development agreements, budgeted at $3.3 million.
May 2026 General and Special Elections
The City Council cancelled the May 2, 2026, general election for Mayor and District 2 after both candidates ran unopposed. Mayor Josh Schroeder and Council Member Doug Noble were automatically declared elected to another term.