Georgetown Edition | December 2023

Government

WilCo voters approve $884M bond package Voters approved a bond package to fund road and parks projects in Williamson County. The overview With all votes from the Nov. 8 election tallied, Proposition A received 62.23% of votes supporting the measure, while Proposition B passed with 59.88% of votes cast in favor. The two bond proposals totaled $884 million, making it the largest bond package brought to voters in Williamson County. Of that, $825 million is designated for road projects and the remaining $59 million for parks projects. What they’re saying “I think the voters have overwhelmingly confirmed the direction that we’re going here in Williamson County,” County Judge Bill Gravell said. “I think our residents want roads so they

Higher solid waste rates now in effect City officials are now applying a 4.5% increase to solid waste rates for Georgetown residents and commercial customers. What you need to know Monthly bills for in-city residents went from $21.71 to $22.69, a $0.98 increase. Commercial customers using the typical once-per-week service with an 8-yard dumpster are experiencing a monthly bill increase from $174.50 to $191.08, which is $16.58 more per month. The increases went into effect Nov. 1. The background The revenues generated by Georgetown’s former rates were not able to support the fees associated with the solid waste system, according to city documents.

Results breakdown

For: 42,398 votes Against: 25,733 votes Proposition A, $825 million for roads For: 40,852 votes Against: 27,366 votes Proposition B, $59 million for parks

SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT/COMMUNITY IMPACT

can be home with their families in time for dinner, and parks so they can enjoy their leisure time together outdoors.” What’s next? County officials have said that given the voter-approval, work on the listed projects will begin quickly. Commissioners Court will select an engineer to begin the design process for projects by the end of the year, Gravell said.

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