Posts by Colin Killian, Public Communications Director

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Assistant Director of Economic Development Brian Piscacek discusses the City’s new “Shape College Station” survey campaign. The interactive survey lets residents vote for and submit their preferred new businesses — starting with restaurants — and updates live every 24 hours to help guide local retail recruitment.

In case you missed it: At its Sept. 10 meeting, the College Station City Council discussed the anticipated impact of the Terafab project in Grimes County and College Station’s readiness to address associated opportunities and challenges. Chief Development Officer Michael Ostrowski’s presentation highlighted regional growth trends, development and infrastructure capacity, and housing needs.

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” University and Community Relations Manager Barbara Moore discusses the upcoming College Station Christmas Parade on Dec. 5. The event offers a feel-good opportunity for residents and local organizations to showcase their community spirit and celebrate the holiday season together.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19, YouTube, and cstx.gov/cstv19. Topics of interest include the impacts of the planned Terafab facility in Grimes County, an annual update from CSU-Electric, and a closer look at the Bass Pro Shops and Corinth Group agreements.

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. We also encourage you to follow our live meeting blog at blog.cstx.gov. Topics of interest include the impacts of the planned Terafab facility in Grimes County, an annual update from CSU-Electric, and a closer look at the Bass Pro Shops and Corinth Group agreements.

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Parks and Recreation Activities Assistant Patrick Lewis spotlights family-friendly outdoor activities at the Gary Halter Nature Center and Lick Creek Park, including free wildflower seed giveaways, camping, and a beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons campaign.

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.

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.

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.