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In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Deputy City Secretary Ian Whittenton discusses the role of local government committees, boards, and commissions, as well as the upcoming election season. He highlights how resident involvement provides essential input to the City Council on key community issues, ranging from solid waste management to housing initiatives.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Aug. 27. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19, cstx.gov/cstv19 and YouTube. The main topics include the tax rate public hearing, adoption of the FY 27 budget and tax rate, and land use and rezoning changes related to a regional sports complex in Midtown.

College Station City Council provided direction to finalize two separate purchase and economic development agreements that will bring a 14-acre Bass Pro Shops, along with an additional 14-acre mixed-use development by Dallas-based Corinth Properties to one of the city's fastest-growing corridors.

After a relatively mild start to the summer, water use across the Bryan and College Station water systems has increased rapidly due to recent triple-digit temperatures. While water-use restrictions are not in place, residents are encouraged to take the following steps now to reduce water use and help ensure that an adequate supply remains available for essential needs.

The College Station City Council meets on Thursday after 6 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting will be streamed live on Optimum Channel 19, cstx.gov/cstv19 and YouTube. The main topics will be the tax rate public hearing, adoption of the FY 27 budget and tax rate, and land use and rezoning changes related to a regional sports complex in Midtown.

Have you ever wanted to be more directly involved in local government decisions? How about volunteering to serve on a City board, committee, or commission? We encourage you to attend the Committee, Board, and Commission 101 seminar on Monday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. in the Bush 4141 Community Room at City Hall. 

Beginning Thursday, northbound Dartmouth Street will be closed at Krenek Tap Road for two weeks for rehabilitation work. Northbound traffic will detour east onto Krenek Tap toward SH6. Southbound Dartmouth will remain open with one lane of thru traffic.

The College Station Parks and Recreation Department invites you to tell us what you want to experience at future Starlight Music Series events — from genres (country, rock, jazz, pop, R&B, and more) to performers, activities, and event schedules. Take the brief survey today!

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Visit College Station Events Coordinator Sadie Martinez discusses the launch of the inaugural College Station Restaurant Week, running Aug. 24-30. Featuring eight local restaurants, the event offers diners a special three-course Prix Fixe menu at set prices to showcase the area’s diverse culinary scene.

College Station is growing — new businesses, new development, and new opportunities. But growth works best when it reflects what the community wants. That's the vision behind Shape College Station, a quarterly survey that gives residents a direct say in our city's future. First up: What restaurant brand would you like to see next?