City of College Station

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and University and Community Relations Manager Barbara Moore discuss the details of the inaugural College Station Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 2.

The Rock Prairie Road East Widening Project from State Highway 6 to Town Lake Drive is scheduled to begin on Monday. The project will transform the two-lane asphalt roadway into a four-lane concrete road with a median and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2025.

This weekend, the holiday spirit sweeps through College Station with a whirlwind of joyful events, including our community's inaugural Christmas Parade. But the weekend is not just about holiday revelry – it's an opportunity to foster community spirit, make unforgettable memories, and spread joy by making a difference in the lives of others.

The Salvation Army's annual Mayor Ring-Off has become a holiday tradition in our community. On Saturday from noon-1 p.m., College Station Mayor John Nichols will man the iconic red kettle at the College Station Walmart. You can also donate online.

As part of the 2022 bond election, College Station voters approved Lincoln Recreation Center area improvements, including a restroom. If you use the LTRC’s outdoor amenities (basketball court, splash pad, etc.), please take this quick survey about your preferred restroom location.

The College Station Police Department recently received reaccreditation awards in law enforcement and public safety communications. CSPD strives to serve our community with excellence by following established best practices and through constant communication with our community.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 20. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

City of College Station offices and facilities are closed Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Thursday’s solid waste and recycling routes will be collected on Friday, and Friday’s routes will be picked up on Saturday.

Representatives from Texas A&M's Big Event will accept job requests from noon-4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, at city hall.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Recreation Supervisor Luis Perez discuss Lights on at Christmas in the Park on Thanksgiving Day and the Christmas in the Park event weekend on Dec. 1-2.

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

Thanks to our city leaders' steadfast support and vision, the College Station Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division provides quicker and more effective response times when our residents need us most. The significant changes are a direct result of proactive investment in public safety by the College Station City Council and city management.

Saturday marks the 24th anniversary of the bonfire tragedy at Texas A&M. Everyone knows about the magnificent Bonfire Memorial on campus, but did you know another set of memorials is located in College Station's beautiful Brison Park?

Whether a youngster is taking their first dribble or already sinking three-pointers, the Parks and Recreation Department’s Winter Youth Basketball League is perfect for new or experienced players from six to 13 years old. Registration ends Dec. 1.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Parks and Recreation Athletics Coordinator Casey Prescott discuss the Dec. 2 Jingle Bell Fun Run and the approaching winter youth basketball season.

In College Station, one of the highlights of the holiday season is always Christmas in the Park event weekend. With the addition of the first College Station Christmas Parade, this year’s event promises to be better than ever. The two nights of fun and activities are Dec. 1-2 at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park.

A non-hazardous chemical leak from a northbound Union Pacific train passing through College Station on Friday posed no threat to the community, College Station Emergency Management Coordinator Tradd Mills said.

The public is invited to participate in an open forum meeting about revising Brazos County’s Hazard Mitigation Action Plan on Monday from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Brazos Center at 3232 Briarcrest Drive in Bryan.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station Events Coordinator Casey Barone discuss the city’s annual Christmas in College Station campaign and the full schedule of festive activities.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 9. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

Visit College Station invites residents, Aggies, and visitors to the season's final SEC Hometown Tailgate from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Saturday at the College Station Visitors Center. The free event features food from Willie's Grill & Icehouse, beverages, live music, and games!

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

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park! College Station’s captivating Christmas in the Park collection of one million lights will burn from 6-11 p.m. each night from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day.

The holiday season is fast approaching, and College Station is set to transform into a winter wonderland filled with dazzling lights, festive events, and the unmistakable spirit of Christmas. Unwrap the season's magic with this captivating line-up of Christmas activities and events in College Station.

This year's 33rd Jingle Bell Fun Run has a new twist by starting after the College Station Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 2. The one-mile race isn't timed and is intended to be an entertaining, light-hearted way to kick off the popular Christmas in the Park event at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park.

The City of College Station and Brazos County fall warrant amnesty period ends on Friday, and the warrant roundup begins on Saturday. During the amnesty period, people with outstanding warrants will have their warrant fee per case waived if they come to court. During the warrant roundup through Nov. 12, law enforcement will arrest those with Class C warrants.

On Thursday, College Station takes its place alongside other Texas music hubs with an official Texas Music Friendly City designation. Representatives from the Governor’s Texas Music Office will present the certification to Visit College Station at 6:30 p.m. at The Tap. The free celebration features entertaining performances from some talented area standouts.

From Saturday through Tuesday, two dozen classic and vintage horror films from 1922 to 1964 will be featured on the city’s cable channel 19 (119 HD. For a complete broadcast schedule, go to cstx.gov/boo.

The city’s new Occupancy Difference Map helps users understand where the various occupancy restrictions exist. For properties with approved Shared Housing use, users can click on the map point to find out when it was approved, the authorized number of bedrooms, and the minimum required parking spaces.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Deputy City Secretary Ian Whittenton discuss how residents can become actively involved with city committees, boards, and commissions.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

The Aggies have an early 11 a.m. on Saturday, and you know what that means – free breakfast tacos at Visit College Station's SEC Hometown Tailgate party! We invite everyone to welcome the South Carolina Gamecocks to town from 8-10 a.m. at the College Station Visitors Center at 1207 Texas Ave.

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

The city will conduct a public meeting about building more baseball fields on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at city hall to gather input about whether the community needs additional ballfields and for what age ranges.

Rising rents and home prices have made affording a home difficult for many. The City of College Station is developing a Housing Action Plan to help the city identify ways to implement the Comprehensive Plan's housing goals to create more affordable housing.

Since the City of College Station began our warrant amnesty/warrant roundup program in 2007, we’ve cleared over 7,000 warrants valued at over $2 million. The fall warrant amnesty period for the City of College Station and Brazos County is underway through Nov. 3.

On Friday, The City of College Station invites you to learn how wastewater is transformed into clean water when we dedicate the $39 million expansion of Lick Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant at 11 a.m. After the ribbon cutting, we’ll take interested residents on a tour of the largest capital project in our city’s history.

Area residents are invited to participate in the fall Household Hazardous Waste and Computer Collection Event on Saturday from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Texas A&M University General Services Building. The entrance to the facility is on Harvey Road, next to Veterans Park and Athletic Complex.

The Arts Council of Brazos Valley's Rev up the Arts Aggieland Mural Festival – presented by the City of College Station – is happening through Saturday at locations across town. Brace yourself for an awe-inspiring week of fresh energy and inspiration that turns College Station into a vibrant canvas filled with color and expression.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Municipal Court Judge Ed Spillane discuss the fall warrant amnesty period that begins on Monday, Oct. 16 and runs through Nov. 3. Those with outstanding warrants can avoid paying a $50 warrant fee if they pay the fine in full.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 12. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

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 five items to watch.

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell, Recreation Supervisor Laurie Brown, and Taekwondo instructor Jose Aponte talk about the self-defense classes for all ages at the Southwood Community Center.

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.

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.