Georgetown Edition | April 2025

BY ANNA MANESS

County issues burn ban Williamson County commissioners issued a burn ban lasting up to 90 days during a March 25 meeting. Two-minute impact Over the past two weeks, the county has seen elevated re weather conditions, according to county documents. In a March 20 county burn ban evalu- ation matrix, Williamson County Chief Fire Marshal Mike Lugo recommended for commissioners to issue a burn ban until the area receives an adequate amount of rain and humidity levels increase. The ban will not exceed 90 days—or go past June 23—and the county judge has the authority to lift the order if conditions improve, according to county documents. The U.S. Drought Monitor classied 90.86% of the county as being in “severe drought” conditions.

Ocials approve incentives for Total Site Solutions

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Total Site Solutions current location

On March 11, council members approved a tax abatement agreement and an economic devel- opment agreement with VTC LLC, a Maryland company doing business as Total Site Solutions in Round Rock. VTC LLC plans to relocate its headquarters and business operations to Building 1 at Georgetown Logistics Park, per city documents. The compa- ny’s relocation could create over 100 new jobs in Georgetown. What residents should know The relocation intends to create and maintain at least 150 new full-time positions in George- town with minimum salaries starting at $50,000, according to city documents. Through the relocation, SL6 Georgetown and

VTC LLC intend to make a combined capital investment—including costs from construction nish-out and nal installations—of at least $17.7 million at Georgetown Logistics Park. Also of note The economic development incentive calls for the city of Georgetown to provide a $200,000 performance-based infrastructure grant using funding from the Georgetown Economic Develop- ment Corporation. The tax abatement agreement is estimated to be valued at $354,703 over the 10-year period, per city documents.

Dell Children’s Medical Center North is now a Level III Pediatric Trauma Center, bringing more advanced emergency care close to home. As the only Level III Pediatric Trauma Center in Austin and the only Nationally Ranked Hospital, we’re ensuring the highest level of care for your child when every second counts. This achievement reflects Dell Children’s Hospital’s commitment to providing top-quality care in the communities we serve. To achieve the designation, our team underwent an in-depth verification process and demonstrated the ability to provide prompt assessment and treatment, while also maintaining a comprehensive quality assessment program. When accidents happen, we’re ready to provide your child the best care. Only in Austin. Only at Dell Children’s.

To find ER and trauma care near you, visit ascension.org/DellChildrensNorth

Dell Children’s Medical Center North achieves Level III trauma designation

If your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911.

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