Effective Immediately: Mandatory Outdoor Watering Restrictions Published on June 28, 2024 The City of Waco has issued mandatory outdoor watering restrictions effective immediately until Sunday, June 30th, at 7:00 am for all Waco water customers, including wholesale customers and their water users. Tagged as: , Announcements
Emergency Notice: Mt Carmel Water Treatment Plant Area Published on June 20, 2024 The City of Waco is addressing an incident that occurred at the Mt. Carmel Water Treatment Plant this morning. At approximately 7:24 am, an emergency response team was dispatched to the scene for a report of an unconscious person. Tagged as: , Announcements
Welcome to Our New Fire Chief Published on June 20, 2024 The City of Waco is excited to announce the selection of Scott Walker as the next Fire Chief for the Waco Fire Department! Tagged as: , Announcements
Welcome to Our New Library Director Published on June 20, 2024 The City of Waco is excited to announce the appointment of Roberto Zapata as Director of Waco-McLennan County Library! Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco Offices Closed Published on June 14, 2024 City of Waco offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday. Some City of Waco services, departments, and contracted partners have alternate schedules. Tagged as: , Latest Information, Announcements
Cool the Heat Fan Program Published on June 08, 2024 Donate fans at your nearest fire station! Waco Fire Department is accepting fan donations at all Fire Stations and have partnered with Mission Waco to distribute the fans to individuals and families who need them most. Tagged as: , Latest Information, Announcements
Donate Summer Fun for Shelter Pets at the Waco Library Published on May 22, 2024 With higher temps on the horizon, the pups waiting for their forever homes at the Waco Animal Shelter could use some items to make their summer more bearable. If you're visiting a Waco-McLennan County Library location, bring pet items with you and add them to our donation bins! We'll see that the shelter gets them and puts them to the best use for our furry friends! Tagged as: , Announcements
Bagby Traffic Impact Published on May 16, 2024 Starting Monday, May 20th, construction will begin on the Bagby Avenue bridge over Cottonwood Creek.Three lanes of traffic over the bridge will be closed, impacting those traveling between New Road and Hwy 6. Tagged as: , Latest Information, Announcements
Jim Holmes Sworn in as Mayor Published on May 15, 2024 The City of Waco welcomed former District 5 Councilmember, Jim Holmes, as the City’s new mayor on Tuesday, May 14th. Councilmembers Andrea Barefield and Josh Borderud, who were each re-elected, were also sworn in for another two-year term to represent Districts 1 and 3, respectively. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco Hires New Chief Financial Officer Published on May 14, 2024 The City of Waco is proud to announce the selection of Blu Kostelich as the new Chief Financial Officer who will also serve as an Assistant City Manager. After an extensive search process and thorough evaluation of well-qualified candidates, the selection committee considered Blu’s skills, experiences, and expertise to successfully lead our City’s finances. Tagged as: , Announcements