City of College Station

In the June episode of All Up In Your Business, Chief Development Officer Natalie Ruiz and Economic Development Manager Brian Piscacek talk about why the city’s role in redevelopment is essential. Long Term Planning Administrator Alyssa Halle-Schramm also joins the discussion.

About 90% of U.S. natural disasters involve flooding, costing taxpayers more than $850 billion in the last two decades. As a follow-up to Texas Flood Awareness Week, we offer six prudent ways to begin protecting yourself, your property, and our community.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station Sales Manager Jo Beth Wolfe talk about the summer events and tournaments that will attract thousands of visitors to College Station.

On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers led by Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger landed in Galveston with news the war had ended and the enslaved were free. We invite you and your family to celebrate the Juneteenth national holiday with three free events this month.

The City of College Station is considering changing the zoning classification of some residential properties to the new MH Middle Housing zoning district. The city is hosting a series of public meetings throughout June and has a special website where you can learn more and submit questions or comments.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, May 25. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Aquatics Supervisor Ashley Waldon talk about opening city pools over Memorial Day weekend and the packed summer schedule of youth and adult aquatics programs.

Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to spruce up your landscape with water-efficient plants, repair leaks, and upgrade plumbing fixtures. The Texas Comptroller’s Office offers a sales tax holiday for water-efficient and energy-efficient products from Saturday through Monday.

Prioritize is an online tool that details some of College Station's more significant budgeting decision points. The tool allows citizens to express what they think the city's budget priorities should be in an easy format accessible by computer, smartphone, or tablet.

The College Station City Council meets after 6 p.m. on Thursday at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are four items to watch.

If you drop by Southwood or the Meyer Senior and Community Center some mornings, you might think it’s a lively dance hall. Instead, adults 55 and older pack the center on those days for line dancing. The classes start June 5 and are included in our annual senior membership.

Most City of College Station offices and facilities will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Solid waste and recycling collections will operate on the regular schedule.

The fifth area-wide meeting for residents to provide input on the Wellborn District Plan Update is Tuesday, May 30, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Wellborn Middle School. Topics include proposed future land uses, thoroughfares, and changes to bicycle and pedestrian facilities based on previous public feedback.

Most of us take for granted that our trash will be picked up on time, our drinking water will be clean, and our public facilities will be adequately maintained. But College Station's public works infrastructure, facilities, and services wouldn't be possible without dedicated public works professionals.

Have you wondered why our community still seems packed with people when most college students are gone for the summer? The reason is simple – College Station is a sports tourism hotbed, and summertime is our busiest season! The Parks & Recreation Department will host 10 tournaments from May 27-Aug. 27, attracting about 38,000 visitors.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Parks and Recreation Activities Assistant Patrick Lewis discuss upcoming summer youth and adult activities, including camps, nature and health programs, board game nights, and even self-defense classes.

Adamson Lagoon opens on May 27, followed by Cindy Hallaran Pool on May 30. Daily admission is $7 at Adamson, $4 at Hallaran, and children 2 and under are free. Discount pool passes are also available.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Monday, May 15. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

The College Station City Council meets after 6 p.m. on Monday at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are five items to watch.

When you think about it, there's nothing in your household that you pay less for that significantly impacts your quality of life more than tap water. As National Drinking Water Week ends, let's be grateful our water is inexpensive and readily available at the touch of your tap – and not ever take that for granted.

Take a break from the gym and dive into the City of College Station's Aqua Fitness classes this summer to build cardio, strength, and resistance in a cool, relaxing atmosphere. Classes begin May 30 and run through Sept. 8.

The Parks and Recreation Department celebrates World Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Gary Halter Nature Center. The free, family-friendly, come-and-go event features bird hikes, educational booths, games, and handy tips for creating bird-friendly habitats.

As part of Economic Development Week, the City of College Station joins communities across North America to celebrate and recognize the contributions of professional economic developers in creating economically vibrant and livable communities.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Water Resource Coordinator Jennifer Nations discuss Drinking Water Week, the new Rock Prairie Water Tower, and how College Station works to maintain an ample supply of clean water for residents and visitors.

National Bike Month is an ideal time to reflect on how bicycling became essential in our community. Although we’ve only celebrated National Bike Month since 2011, the city’s dedication began decades ago.

As part of National Small Business Week, we celebrate the positive contributions of College Station's small businesses and entrepreneurs. From creating jobs to enhancing city revenues and supporting civic causes, they play a vital role in making our community one of the country’s most desirable places to live.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Recreation Supervisor Laurie Brown discuss this weekend’s City Nature Challenge and Bird Day on Saturday, May 13, at the Gary Halter Nature Center.

In observance of National Bike Month, the College Station City Council invites residents to participate in the annual Cycle with Council bike ride on Saturday, May 6. The casual 4½-mile ride celebrates the joy of riding and promotes various bicycle facilities around town. The free event starts at 8 a.m. at the CSU Meeting and Training Facility at 1603 Graham Road.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, April 27. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

The College Station City Council meets Thursday after 6 p.m. at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are five items to watch.

Are you looking for opportunities to become physically active? The Parks and Recreation Department’s summer sports lineup appeals to all athletes, regardless of age or skill level – and you don’t have to live in College Station.

With this being National Scoop the Poop Week, it's an ideal time to remind you about why it's so essential for you to clean up after your dogs when you're out for a neighborhood stroll. A single pile of pet waste may not seem like a big deal – until you consider more than 32,000 dogs live in College Station.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Solid Waste Division Manager Caroline Ask discuss recycling, truck fires, Saturday’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection event – and talk a lot of trash.

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial with a mobile Education Center, comes to Veterans Parks & Athletic Complex from April 27-30. The free display will be open 24 hours daily, starting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 27, and closing at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 30.

As part of the ongoing planning for the Texas Avenue and University Drive redevelopment area, the city encourages residents to participate in a meeting on Wednesday, April 26, to review conceptual scenarios. The gathering begins at 6 p.m. at city hall.

More than 227,000 linemen and women install and maintain nine million miles of electric grid to meet our nation's power needs. The City of College Station joins the U.S. Congress in recognizing today as National Lineman Appreciation Day in honor of the hard-working folks who protect public safety by keeping our power on.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Recreation Supervisor Luis Perez talk about Saturday's first Starlight concert of the spring, Food Truck Wednesdays, and Movies in the Park.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, April 13. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

Preventative maintenance before activating your sprinkler system for the season can prevent surprises on your water bill while conserving our precious water resources. Now is the perfect time to spruce up your system with these five simple steps.

The College Station City Council meets Thursday after 6 p.m. at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are five items to watch.

What's more fun than heading to the beach, pool, lake, or river for a family vacation or quick getaway? But water-related activities can also be hazardous if you or your loved ones don't know how to swim. We have swim lessons available for ages six months to adults and those with special needs.

On Saturday, April 22, Bush Library and Museum invites our community to be part of its Silver Celebration event, featuring all-day free admission to the museum. The celebration starts at 5 p.m. and includes live music, free cake, food trucks, and bounce houses, then concludes with a spectacular fireworks display around 8:50 p.m. RSVP is encouraged.

Are you looking for something out of this world to do on a Friday night? Join us for the Nature Center Star Party on Friday, Feb. 24, from 7-10 p.m. The free, family-friendly, come-and-go event features space-themed booths, activities, and stargazing!

The City Council of the City of College Station will consider the passage of an ordinance or ordinances authorizing the issuance of one or more series of interest bearing certificates of obligation (the “Certificates”) in the principal amount not to exceed $78,000,000 for paying all or a portion of the City's contractual obligations to be incurred in connection with constructing, improving, acquiring and equipping the following projects: (i) streets and roads including related drainage, landscaping, signalization, lighting, pedestrian improvements and signage related thereto; (ii) designing, constructing, equipping and installing parks and recreation equipment and park improvements for Texas Independence Ballpark at Midtown; (iii) information technology and communication equipment; (iv) facilities and equipment maintenance facility relocation and improvements; (v) improvements and extensions to the City's combined waterworks, sewer and electric systems including distribution, transmission, system lines, lift stations, pumps, storage tanks, metering, wells, plant improvements, and acquisition of interests in land for such purposes; and (vi) the payment of fiscal, engineering and legal fees incurred in connection therewith.

A tax rate of $0.534618 per $100 valuation has been proposed by the governing body of City of College Station.

College Station Utilities has earned the diamond-level Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service.

College Station is not under a boil water notice. The Cities of Bryan and College Station have rescinded their call for water conservation.

With freezing temperatures in our forecast for the next several days, we wanted to share the following information to help you be prepared and to let you know that we are ready.

Due to potentially unsafe road conditions, City of College Station offices and facilities will open at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 12. No delays are expected to solid waste and recycling routes.

Steve Wright, director of Parks & Recreation for the City of Houston, has been named the new director of Parks & Recreation for the City of College Station.

The public is invited to join the Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial Board for their annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 5:30 p.m. in the Louis L. Adam Memorial Plaza of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex.

Michael Ostrowski will be the next director of College Station’s Planning & Development Services Department, Interim City Manager Jeff Capps announced Friday. Ostrowski comes to College Station after a long professional history in Wisconsin, but most recently from the City of San Marcos.

Residents and businesses within a large portion of College Station may soon see utility-related preventative maintenance performed on or near their property.