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Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (March 23)
03/23/2023
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, March 23. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.
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5 things to watch at Thursday’s city council meeting
03/22/2023
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.
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What’s Up? Video: Bond discusses simple ways to inspire neighborhood harmony
03/17/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Neighborhood Services Coordinator Michelle Bond discuss ways to keep your neighborhood clean and inspire harmonious relations with your neighbors.
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Celebrate the monarch’s spring migration on March 25 at the Halter Nature Center
03/14/2023
In celebration of the return of the monarch butterflies, the Parks and Recreation Department hosts its annual Monarch March event on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Gary Halter Nature Center. The free, family-friendly, come-and-go event features educational booths, games, and handy tips for creating a home waystation or butterfly garden.
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What’s Up? Video: Brown discusses Monarch March and other nature center events
03/10/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Recreation Supervisor Laurie Brown discuss Monarch March, Seniors Night Out, and other events at the Gary Halter Nature Center this month.
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Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (March 9)
03/09/2023
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, March 9. The meeting is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.
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5 things to watch at Thursday’s city council meeting
03/08/2023
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.
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What’s Up? Video: Waldon discusses aquatics programs, jobs, and pool rentals
03/03/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Aquatics Supervisor Ashley Waldon discuss the city’s aquatics programs, facilities, summer jobs, and how to rent a pool for parties and other events.
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The arrival of warmer, sunnier days means our super cool splash pads are open!
03/01/2023
Slip on your swimsuits and slather on the sunscreen — the City of College Station’s splash pads in Central and Tarrow Parks are open for the season!
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Beware of scammers demanding utility payments and threatening service
03/01/2023
Scammers targeting businesses are calling College Station Utilities customers demanding immediate payment and threatening to cut off services. CSU never demands immediate action or threatens disconnection without considerable notice.
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Gov. Abbott Announces Music Friendly Texas Workshop In College Station on March 7
02/28/2023
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office, the City of College Station, and Visit College Station will co-host a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Tuesday, March 7.
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Lick Creek Park’s history revisited during Gary Halter Nature Center dedication
02/28/2023
The dedication of the Gary Halter Nature Center in Lick Creek Park on Feb. 22 provided an ideal opportunity to revisit the history of the extraordinary crown gem of the City of College Station's outstanding park system. Dr. John Crompton, a two-term former city councilman and world-renowned parks and recreation scholar, laid out the park's story in his comments.
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All Up In Your Business Podcast: Trends in economic development and retail markets
02/28/2023
In this episode of the All Up In Your Business podcast, Aaron Farmer of The Retail Coach joins Economic Development's Natalie Ruiz and Brian Piscacek to discuss trends and the challenges presented by continued inflation, supply chain issues, and staffing shortages.
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City launches engagement site for Wellborn Plan Update before Tuesday’s public meeting
02/27/2023
The City of College Station is launching a virtual engagement website for the Wellborn District Plan Update and will conduct another area-wide meeting on Tuesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at Wellborn Middle School. We encourage you to take advantage of the interactive site and hope you join us for Tuesday’s meeting.
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Tarrow lanes reduced from University to Lincoln on Tuesday-Wednesday
02/24/2023
Tarrow Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction between University and Lincoln, and its intersections with Pearce and Banks streets will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday while crews repair a water line.
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Spring Loop lane closures will be in place at University for two weeks starting Monday
02/24/2023
North or southbound lanes of Spring Loop at University Drive will be closed at various times for the next two weeks because of road work. The southbound lanes will be closed for a week starting Monday. The closure shifts to the northbound lanes beginning Monday, March 6.
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What’s Up? Video: Johnson discusses the Women’s Empowerment Luncheon
02/24/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?”, Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Lincoln Recreation Center Supervisor Cheletia Johnson discuss the upcoming Women’s Empowerment Luncheon on Thursday, March 9, at the Lincoln Recreation Center.
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Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (Feb. 23)
02/23/2023
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council's meeting on Thursday, Feb. 23. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.
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5 things to watch at Thursday’s city council meeting
02/22/2023
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.
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5 reasons to take up tennis as a lifetime sport that enhances your body, mind, and spirit
02/22/2023
Whether you’ve never picked up a tennis racquet or yours has collected dust over the years, it’s never too late to experience the potent benefits of playing tennis. College Station Parks and Recreation offers programs to help you become an active tennis player.
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Your handy guide to enjoying our dog-friendly parks with your furry best friend
02/20/2023
The best way to explore the outdoors is with your best friend. But when your best friend is furry and has four legs, you need to find dog-friendly places. We have 54 parks with 1,791 beautiful acres to experience. That means you can explore a new park every week for an entire year!
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New water tower nears completion on State Highway 6
02/17/2023
The City of College Station’s new water tower near the Baylor Scott & White hospital on State Highway 6 is nearing completion. Starting next week, water customers may notice discolored water and changes in pressure as the new tower is placed into service.
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College Main closures scheduled through Thursday
02/17/2023
College Main Street will be closed Thursday through Sunday from Church Avenue to Cross Street while construction crews disassemble a crane.
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Atmos Energy installing infrastructure along Lincoln
02/17/2023
Atmos Energy is installing new infrastructure along the south side of Lincoln Avenue from just north of Grand Oaks Drive to Texas Avenue. The line replaces existing infrastructure along University Drive serving the Texas A&M campus. The new alignment is needed due to significant encroachments over and around the pipeline, making access and maintenance difficult.
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What’s Up? Video: Jessica Amaya discusses Lick Creek’s Star Party and Park in the Dark events
02/17/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?”, Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Parks and Recreation Facility/Program Supervisor Jessica Amaya discuss upcoming events at beautiful Lick Creek Park, including the Nature Center’s Star Party and the always-popular Park in the Dark.
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This summer, take a stand, be a hero, and take your place as a lifeguard ($12 an hour!)
02/16/2023
We're hiring lifeguards for our pools, instructors for swim lessons, and coaches for the Tsunami Swim Team. Pay starts at $12 an hour!
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City unveils more ways to offer input on Texas & University Area Redevelopment Plan
02/13/2023
The City of College Station launched an interactive virtual engagement site for the Texas Avenue & University Drive Redevelopment Plan on Monday, with another public Zoom meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Feb 21.
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Amnesty period provides a simple path to pay outstanding warrants and avoid jail time
02/10/2023
The winter warrant amnesty period for the City of College Station and Brazos County starts Tuesday and runs through March 3. If you have an outstanding warrant, you can avoid paying a $50 per case warrant fee if you pay the fine in full.
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What’s Up? Video: Prescott discusses the spring youth and adult sports programs
02/10/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Recreation Supervisor Casey Prescott discuss the city’s energetic spring lineup of youth and adult sports programs and leagues.
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Municipal Court’s Lucy Coronilla named city’s 2022 employee of the year
02/09/2023
Municipal Court Administrator Lucy Coronilla was named the City of College Station's 2022 Employee of the Year in a ceremony before Thursday night's city council meeting. The City Manager's Office also presented city impact and leadership awards.
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Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (Feb. 9)
02/09/2023
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council's meeting on Thursday, Feb. 9. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.
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Killian named City of College Station's public communications director
02/09/2023
The City of College Station has named Colin Killian as director of public communications, City Manager Bryan Woods said Friday. Killian had served as interim director since former director Jay Socol retired in May.
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5 things to watch at Thursday’s city council meeting
02/08/2023
The College Station City Council meets Thursday after 6 p.m. at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Suddenlink Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are five items to watch.
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The Nature Center’s Star Party can help you unlock the wonders of the universe
02/07/2023
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!
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What’s Up? Video: Williamson discusses the city's spring lineup of senior programs
02/03/2023
In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Senior Services Coordinator Kari Williamson discuss the scintillating spring senior programs at the city’s three recreation centers and the Gary Halter Nature Center.
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Back by popular demand, here are the most popular local baby names (and our favs) of 2022
02/01/2023
A decade ago, we launched our initial blog post featuring local birth statistics and College Station’s most popular baby names. The annual review consistently ranks among our most-read posts – especially after we started listing our favorites. After all, who doesn’t adore babies? Drum roll, please ...
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Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (Jan. 26)
01/26/2023
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council's meeting on Thursday, Jan. 26. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Suddenlink Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.
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5 things to watch at Thursday’s city council meeting
01/25/2023
The College Station City Council meets Thursday after 6 p.m. at city hall. The meeting is streamed live on Suddenlink Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Here are five items to watch.
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Parks and Rec’s spring sports and event schedule appeals to first-time athletes and adults
01/25/2023
If the new year has you or your child hankering for something new, the Parks and Recreation Department's spring sports lineup appeals to first-time athletes and adults alike. If you prefer to spectate, we also have a packed tournament schedule. Here's a list of our spring sports programs.
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Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation
07/13/2022
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.
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Notice Of Public Hearing On Tax Increase
08/05/2021
A tax rate of $0.534618 per $100 valuation has been proposed by the governing body of City of College Station.
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Winter Storm Information
02/19/2021
College Station is not under a boil water notice. The Cities of Bryan and College Station have rescinded their call for water conservation.
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What you can do, what the city is doing ahead of freezing conditions
02/11/2021
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.
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College Station names new Parks & Recreation director
11/13/2020
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.
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Veterans Day Ceremony & Light of Freedom Activation
11/06/2020
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.
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CS names new director of Planning & Development Services
11/06/2020
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.
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CSU-Electric contractor to perform preventative maintenance until fall 2021
10/02/2020
Residents and businesses within a large portion of College Station may soon see utility-related preventative maintenance performed on or near their property.
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COVID-19: What we are doing
03/17/2020
View the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) information regarding the City of College Station’s facilities, services, events, programs and meetings.
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TxDOT to switch traffic Wednesday night on FM 2818 from Holleman to Wellborn
01/01/1800
Beginning Wednesday at 7 p.m., TxDOT’s contractor will shift a small part of southbound FM 2818 between Holleman Drive and Wellborn Road. The inside lane will be open to traffic, but the outside lane must exit to Wellborn Road.
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