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
Protect Your Pets this Fourth of July Published on June 25, 2024 Take a moment to read over these safety tips and make a plan for your pets so they can also have a safe and happy Fourth of July! Tagged as: , Latest Information
Get the latest City Limits eNewsletter! Published on June 25, 2024 City Limits eNewsletters are sent out twice a month to share City of Waco events and programs.Topics this week include:• Annual Fourth on the Brazos Celebration• Reminder: Fireworks are Illegal in Waco!• George Chase Sworn in to Council• CDBG & HOME Federal Spending Plan Tagged as: , Latest Information
Downtown Master Development Roadmap Published on June 25, 2024 On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Waco City Council adopted a Strategic Roadmap guiding the future of development of over 100 acres in downtown Waco. The project is planned to take shape in phases over the next 12 to 20 years, allowing a flexible approach over time that stays true to Waco's fundamental vision. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Waddle to Waco: Penguins Coming Soon Published on June 21, 2024 Join our little penguin friend as he pops up around town while making his way to the zoo to join the South African penguins at our new Penguin Shores Exhibit! Tagged as: , Latest Information
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
George Chase Sworn In to City Council Published on June 18, 2024 The City of Waco is seeking to fill the vacant District V City Council seat. Applications are currently closed. The remaining members of City Council will interview the applicants on Thursday, June 6 and will select the applicant by majority vote to fill the vacant District V seat for the unexpired term. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Model Cities Program: Waco Urban Renewal Published on June 18, 2024 The Model Cities program was a federal initiative in the 1960s to revitalize struggling urban neighborhoods. Waco was selected for the program and received millions of dollars in funding. The money was used for various projects including community centers, public safety, transportation, infrastructure, and parks. Evidence of the Model Cities program's impact can still be seen in Waco today. Tagged as: , 175th Anniversary