BY HALEY MCLEOD & ZACHARIA WASHINGTON
Georgetown’s west side moves back to Stage 2 water restrictions Water customers in the western portion of Georgetown—defined as the area west of DB Wood Road and southwest of Williams Drive—moved from Stage 3 water restrictions to Stage 2 starting Sept. 29. The overview Officials announced Sept. 28 that all Georgetown utility customers would return to the assigned, once-per-week watering schedule in addition to other restrictions under Stage 2. The Stage 3 restrictions were lifted due to cooling temperatures and declining usage, per the Sept. 28 news release. The city of Leander is also now providing more water to Georgetown. Put in perspective The western side of Georgetown has been under
Waste rates may rise Georgetown residents and commercial customers may see higher rates on their solid waste bills starting Nov. 1, if given final approval by City Council. What you need to know The potential rate increases come from the city’s cost-of-service study that has been in progress over the past year, Assistant Public Works Director Jack Daly said at the Sept. 26 City Council meeting. Revenues generated by Georgetown’s current rates can’t support the cost of the solid waste system, per city documents.
Drought contingency plan Stage Description
Outdoor watering is allowed once a week on designated day.
2
No outdoor watering with an irrigation system or hose-end sprinkler is allowed.
3
SOURCE: CITY OF GEORGETOWN/COMMUNITY IMPACT
Stage 3 water restrictions since mid-July, and officials had planned to lift them by Sept. 4. However, restrictions were extended due to a drawn-out drought period and continued issues with water supply. On Sept. 1, Georgetown officials installed a temporary pump to pull additional water from the city’s connection with the city of Leander, according to the release. The Southside Water Treatment Plant also passed initial regulatory testing Sept. 22, giving the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality 60 days to clear the plant for water delivery.
Potential bill increases Old rate
New rate
Residential Commercial
$21.71
$22.69
$174.50
$191.08
SOURCE: CITY OF GEORGETOWN/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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