Fact Check: Was a pregnant dog tied up outside in the freezing weather Jan. 16, 2018?

Fact: On Jan. 16, local media commented on a video sent to them by a viewer. Call logs show that an Animal Control officer visited the residence at 6:30 p.m. that evening. The dog was tethered to a tree with a small cord, but that was not preventing the d...

Rumor: The City of San Marcos has enacted new regulations that caused the Hitch to close

Rumor: The City of San Marcos has enacted new regulations for Mobile Food Vendors that caused the Hitch to close.

Fact: Beginning in January of 2017 the Health Department began working with mobile food vendors to ensure they were able to be mobil...

Rumor: The City of San Marcos is anti-pet and won’t allow animals at eating establishments & bars.

Rumor:  The City of San Marcos is anti-pet and won’t allow animals at eating establishments and bars.

Fact: Texas State law within the 2006 Texas Food Establishment Rules, which the city has adopted, prohibits animals on the premises of food estab...

Rumor: The City of San Marcos is charging fees for entry into the San Marcos River.

Fact: The City is not charging for access to the river or river parks, and has no plans at this time to implement park user fees.

The Parks Advisory Board and City staff made a presentation to the City City during the February 21, 2017 City Council meeting...

Rumor: A scary clown hoax has made it to San Marcos.

Fact: At this time, the San Marcos Police Department has no active cases involving clowns as suspects, witnesses, or victims.

The department is aware that there is at least one spurious clown social media account in San Marcos.  

While there have b...

Rumor: Resident are concerned about what appeared to be a kidnapping or hostage situation.

Fact: We looked into the concerns and our police department tells us the incident took place Monday night after patrons and employees of IHOP saw a man and woman arguing near a vehicle next to the Old CiCis pizza in Springtown Center. There was also anoth...

Rumor: The City of San Marcos has hiked the minimum wage to $15 an hour plus benefits.

Fact: The City of San Marcos and the State of Texas adopts the federal minimum wage rate.

The San Marcos City Council voted on Feb. 2. 2016 to amend the City of San Marcos Economic Development Policy to require all jobs calculated or counted for economic d...

San Marcos Fire Department Open House was a success!

Open house is a free, annual event held on the first Saturday in October. The goal is to learn about fire prevention with fun interactive events and demonstrations with fire truck rides, vehicle rescue, and more.

9-11 Remembrance Ceremony Was Held

9-11 Remembrance Ceremony Was Held on Wednesday, September 11, 2019.The San Marcos Fire Department held a remembrance ceremony to commemorate the heroes and victims of 9-11 near the Fire Bell at San Marcos City Hall.

The program opened with a welc...

Swearing In Ceremony held at City Hall

A badge pinning ceremony took place at City Hall on Monday, August 19, 2019.  Two firefighters, Rudy Blasich & Joshua Jahns, took their oath of office as a solemn promise to defend the Constitution of the United States. Firefighter badges wer...

Successful Fan Drive

The San Marcos Fire Department has had a successful donation drive for the annual Family Eldercare Summer Fan Drive.  These will be donated to area seniors, people with disabilities, and households with children that are in financial need. Thanks...

SMFD Jr. Fire Academy

This summer's Jr. Fire Academy Summer Camp was a huge success. The kids learned about the various aspects of being a firefighter, life-saving techniques, fire safety and fire equipment. The SMFD hosted 48 children as part of their free summer camp program...

State Farm Donation for SMFD Junior Fire Academy

State Farm generously donated $4000 towards the San Marcos Fire Department Junior Fire Academy. The Fire Department is grateful for their support and generosity in offsetting expenses and helping to make this free summer camp possible for so many children...

Annual SMFD Awards Ceremony

The Annual SMFD Awards Ceremony was held on May 31, 2019. Here are some highlights below: 

(From left to right) Fire Marshal, Kelly Kistner with Captains Clint Foehner and Jonathan Henderson, who received their Peace Officer badg...

Fire Station #1 Wins Main Street’s “Partner of the Month” Award

The distinction, formerly “Business of the Month,” is a new label that has been expanded to encompass both hardworking small businesses and non-profit or public service organizations

Fire Station #1 has served San Marcos from its current location since 196...

SMFD and PD Donated Funds to 5th Graders

San Marcos Fire Department and San Marcos Police Department presented a check in the amount of $2,783.00 to Travis Elementary School fifth grade students on the morning of April 12, 2019.

SMFD and SMPD learned about a program at Travis Elementary School th...

In Honor of Jana Green's Retirement

Jana Green joined the City of San Marcos as an Administrative Secretary on September 19, 1984 and retired on January 31, 2019 after 34 years and 4 months of service.

Jana Green was promoted to a Planning Technician in May 1988; a Planning Assistant in Octo...

Valentine Lunch at Mendez

“Let’s Heat Up The Week With Our Community Fire Departments” at Mendez Elementary School. The afternoon kicked off with a special invitation to First Responders to attend a “Be My Valentine” lunch with students at Mendez Elementary School on February 11, ...

Fire Chief Les Stephens Appointed to One-Call Board of Texas

In mid-December 2018, San Marcos Fire Chief Les Stephens was appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the One-Call Board of Texas, a seven member board with authority over “Call Before You Dig” systems that notify the underground facility ...

Stuffed Animal Donation to SMFD

The San Marcos Fire Department received a donation of 30 new plush animals on December 19, from JB Goodwin Realtors based in New Braunfels to provide comfort to children at the scene of incident calls. Brittney Herbelin, a City employee in the police depa...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Cat of the Week:  Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles is a beautiful two-year-old domestic short hair with piercing eyes. He’s a sweet boy who loves to be scratches behind the ears and plenty of pampering! He can be a little nervous around other cats, so he w...

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation department is hosting its third annual Mother & Son Bowling Night on Thursday, May 9 at Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 TX-123. This event is for children ages two and ol...

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

Rachel Ingle

San Marcos Emergency Management Coordinator, Rachel Ingle is the newest elected m...

Spring Break and Other Upcoming Library Events

Spring Break and Other Upcoming Library Events

Spring Break Library Events

Monday, March 18

Scratch & Snap Coding

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon - Registration required.

Code Ninjas bring hands-on projects which teach the principles of coding in a fun way. For a...

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

The City will hold its third Workforce Housing Task Force meeting on Thursday, Mar. 14, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Rec Hall, 298 Jowers Dr.

The Task Force is comprised of 19 community leaders charged with assisting the San Marcos City Council...

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San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

Online registration is open for the San Marcos Youth Commission’s “Live Your Best Life” Leadership Conference, Saturday, April 6, 8:45 am to 2 pm, at the San Marcos Activ...

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

San Marcos Emergency Management Coordinator, Rachel Ingle is the newest elected member of the Board of Directors for the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT). 

The EMAT is dedicated...

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation department is hosting its third annual Mother & Son Bowling Night on Thursday, May 9 at Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 TX-123. This event is for children ages two and ol...

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

The City will hold its third Workforce Housing Task Force meeting on Thursday, Mar. 14, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Rec Hall, 298 Jowers Dr.

The Task Force is comprised of 19 community leaders...

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

The deadline for the You(th) Can Do It! pageant is just over a week away on Friday, Mar. 15. The pageant will be hosted by the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at the San Marcos Ac...

San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

Online registration is open for the San Marcos Youth Commission’s “Live Your Best Life” Leadership Conference, Saturday, April 6, 8:45 am to 2 pm, at the San Marcos Activ...

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

San Marcos Emergency Management Coordinator, Rachel Ingle is the newest elected member of the Board of Directors for the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT). 

The EMAT is dedicated...

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation department is hosting its third annual Mother & Son Bowling Night on Thursday, May 9 at Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 TX-123. This event is for children ages two and ol...

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

The City will hold its third Workforce Housing Task Force meeting on Thursday, Mar. 14, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Rec Hall, 298 Jowers Dr.

The Task Force is comprised of 19 community leaders...

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

The deadline for the You(th) Can Do It! pageant is just over a week away on Friday, Mar. 15. The pageant will be hosted by the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at the San Marcos Ac...

San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

San Marcos Youth Commission Hosts Leadership Conference

Online registration is open for the San Marcos Youth Commission’s “Live Your Best Life” Leadership Conference, Saturday, April 6, 8:45 am to 2 pm, at the San Marcos Activ...

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

Emergency Management Coordinator Elected to EMAT Board

San Marcos Emergency Management Coordinator, Rachel Ingle is the newest elected member of the Board of Directors for the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT). 

The EMAT is dedicated...

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

Mother and Son Bowling Night Set for May 9

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation department is hosting its third annual Mother & Son Bowling Night on Thursday, May 9 at Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 TX-123. This event is for children ages two and ol...

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

Draft Housing Study Presented at Task Force Meeting

The City will hold its third Workforce Housing Task Force meeting on Thursday, Mar. 14, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Rec Hall, 298 Jowers Dr.

The Task Force is comprised of 19 community leaders...

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

You(th) Can Do It! Pageant Registration Deadline March 15

The deadline for the You(th) Can Do It! pageant is just over a week away on Friday, Mar. 15. The pageant will be hosted by the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at the San Marcos Ac...

Environmental Health staff available for one-on-one assistance to restaurants renewing food permits

City of San Marcos Environmental Health department wants to make it as easy as possible for local businesses to do business. 

Food permits can be renewed from the computer, over the phone or even in-person,

Businesses can receive one-on-one assista...

2019 Bobcats Give Back Final Numbers Tallied

Over the course of the summer collection effort, the 2019 City of San Marcos Bobcats Give Back program successfully diverted 6,006 pounds of material from the landfill by donating it to local non-profits. Materials were collected from 13 apartment complex...

Recognition Program to Launch at National Night Out

The City of San Marcos Keep San Marcos Beautiful initiative is launching the “Kudos Coin” giveaway on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at National Night Out in recognition of people who perform good deeds in the community.

Kudos Coins can be redeemed fo...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter 'Pets of the Week'

Ursala

If you are looking for a cat who will give you all the love, meet Ursala. Ursala is a one-year-old domestic short hair, who is strikingly beautiful. She adores attention and will politely ask for a few more pets by reaching her paw out to touch you....

City Lifts Evacuation Order, Allows Occupancy of Vie Lofts

The City of San Marcos lifted the evacuation order for Vie Lofts, 817 Chestnut St as of 5:10 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 27 and issued a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for a portion of the building. This allows occupancy of the building and residents wi...

Neighborhood Conversation Scheduled for October 10

The City of San Marcos Neighborhood Commission is hosting a Neighborhood Conversation for Sector 2, including Westover, Oak Heights, Castle Forest, Southwest Hills and La Cima, on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 6 p.m. at Crockett Elementary School, 1300 Girard St. ...

City Code Amended for New “Dining with Dogs” Law

At their Sept. 30 meeting, the San Marcos City Council repealed section 18.120 of the San Marcos Code of Ordinances in response to a new state law (Senate Bill 476) regulating dining with dogs that passed during the recent 86^th Texas Legislative Session.

&...

New rules for mobile food units

Mobile Food Units that utilize propane must have an annual propane pressure test before being able to renew their Mobile Food Unit Permit.  Mobile Food Units currently permitted by the City who have grills, gas stoves, fryers, or other food equip...

Activity Center Renovations

Interior construction work will begin on Monday, Sept. 30, at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins, to remodel the locker rooms and restrooms/showers attached to the natatorium and to replace the carpet in the entire building.

The pool may be clo...

Holiday Camp registration opens November 1st

Registration for the 2019-2020 Holiday Camp, hosted by San Marcos Parks & Recreation, will open on Friday, November 1st. Program dates for 2019-2020 are December 30th, 2019 and January 2nd, 3rd, and 6th, 2020. Our program includes lots of gam...

Construction to begin on ADA trails in Purgatory Creek and Prospect Park Natural Areas

Construction will begin Wednesday, September 11, 2019 to make several trails ADA accessible at Purgatory Creek and Prospect Park Natural Areas. There will be various trail closures. Construction is expected to be completed Spring 2020. The public is asked...

Farmer Fred's Harvest Fall Carnival

Fall is here, and it’s time to celebrate at the annual Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival. The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department invites community members and visitors of all ages to join them on Fri., Oct. 2...

Harvey E. Miller Named Outstanding Senior Volunteer

Notice of Demolition Review - 221 North Street

The Planning & Development Services Office received a demolition application for the carport at 221 North Street (Permit 2019-29699). The application is subject to the emergency demolition delay ordinance (Ordinance 2019-19) as the carport is part of ...

Thompson/Cape Dam and Ditch Engineering Structure Agenda Update

City Council will not be considering Thompson/Cape Dam and Ditch Engineering Structure for Historic Designation in tonight’s City Council Meeting. The agenda item has been postponed until January 29, 2019, after runoff elections when a full council can be...

San Marcos Planning News

The San Marcos City Council has made Workforce Housing a strategic initiative for a second year in a row. Read below to find out more about some of the ways the City is addressing this important priority and get involved. https://cvcpl.us/f3A1NEu

New Accessory Dwelling Unit Guide Posted Online

The City’s Planning and Development Services Department has developed a comprehensive guide on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), or secondary living spaces constructed on single family lots, that is available online at www.sanmarcostx.gov/adu.

“We’ve receiv...

City Council Approves New San Marcos Development Code

“This is a day of celebration! Our new code has been in the works for four years, combining the efforts of City planners, citizens and stakeholders in a collaborative and transparent process involving numerous public meetings and presentations,” said Mayo...

Online Submittals

Online application submittals will be required moving forward. The move from paper to electronic files will also be a time saving tool for applicants. A kiosk is available in the Planning office for those applicants who do not have access to a computer, o...

Legacy Project

The Legacy Project is a hands-on community planning effort which, this year, was focused on the revitalization of Downtown Frisco. Amanda, Emilio and Craig, all undergrad students at Texas State University, competed against Grad and Doctorate students fro...

2018 Preferred Scenario Amendment Schedule Available

The schedule for the 2018 Spring Preferred Scenario Amendment Process may be found HERE. The application deadline for this twice-per-year process is January 8, 2018. All applications for amendment to the Preferred Scenario Map may be made online at www.my...

Revised Fee Schedule

The City Council provided direction to Planning and Development Services staff to research fee revenue and actual cost of service to process permits, review applications, and inspect permitted projects. Staff researched fees charged by other cities and an...

Code SMTX - Adoption Process Begins

Code SMTX, the project to update the City’s land development code, continues to make progress and has moved into the approval stage. Find out more about how the Code is implementing the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

PDD-15-01(A) (Trace PDD Amendment #1)

A PDD amendment request application has been submitted to allow for two story multifamily apartment buildings as the only required elevations without three and four-story requirements for MF-24 and P zoned tracts within a 417.63-acre tract, more or less, ...

AN-18-03 (Redwood 1 Annexation)

The San Marcos City Council will conduct two public hearings on the proposed voluntary annexation of a 92.787 +/- acre tract of land out of the Barnette O. Kane Survey, Abstract No. 281, generally located within the 1900 Block of Redwood Road between SH 1...

AN-18-04 (Redwood 2 Annexation)

The San Marcos City Council will conduct two public hearings on the proposed voluntary annexation of a 102.435 +/- acre tract of land out of the Barnette O. Kane Survey, Abstract No. 281, located at 2357 Redwood Road. The first public hearing is scheduled...

Notice of Demolition Review - 213 & 215 Pat Garrison Street

The Planning & Development Services Office received a demolition application for the building at 213 Pat Garrison Street and 215 Pat Garrison Street, respectively; Permit 2019-29751. Both buildings are located on the same parcel. The application is su...

Notice of Demolition Review - 209 Pat Garrison Street

The Planning & Development Services Office received a demolition application for the building at 209 Pat Garrison Street; Permit 2019-29750. The application is subject to the emergency demolition delay ordinance (Ordinance 2019-19) as the building was...

Notice of Demolition Review - 221 North Street

The Planning & Development Services Office received a demolition application for the carport at 221 North Street (Permit 2019-29699). The application is subject to the emergency demolition delay ordinance (Ordinance 2019-19) as the carport is part of ...

LDC-19-03 (Demolition Review for Historic Age Resources)

A Land Development Code Amendment has been proposed to amend the Development Code to include a demolition review period for historic age resources. The purpose of the ordinance is to provide criteria to prevent or minimize unnecessary damage to the qualit...

ZC-19-09

A zoning change application from General Commercial (GC) to Character District 4 (CD-4) has been submitted for approximately .72 acres, more or less, located at 1909 Dutton Drive. This property is located within a Medium Intensity Zoning District on the C...

AN-18-03 (Redwood 1) and AN-18-04 (Redwood 2)

• AN-18-03 (Redwood 1) Annexation of a 92.787 +/- acre tract of land out of the Barnette O. Kane Survey, Abstract No. 281, generally located within the 1900 Block of Redwood Road between SH 123 and Old Bastrop Highway. To track this case, click the followin...

ZC-19-07

A zoning change application from SmartCode (SC) to Light Industrial (LI) has been submitted for approximately 414 acres, more or less, located near the intersection of Centerpoint Road and Old Bastrop Highway. This property is located within a Medium Inte...

ZC-19-04 (2821 Leah Avenue)

A zoning change application from Future Development (“FD” ) to Light Industrial (“LI”) has been submitted for approximately 8.1 acres, more or less, located at 2821 Leah Avenue. This property is located within an Em...

ZC-19-06 (524 W Hopkins St)

A zoning change application from Single Family (“SF-6” ) to Single Family (“ND-3.5”) has been submitted for approximately 0.26 acres, more or less, located at 524 W Hopkins Street. The San Marcos Development Code re...

ZC-19-05 (510 W Hopkins St)

A zoning change application from Single Family (“SF-6” ) to Single Family (“ND-3.5”) has been submitted for approximately 0.2551 acres, more or less, located at 510 W Hopkins Street. The San Marcos Development Code ...

MODIFIED: ZC-18-18 (Redwood 2)

A Zoning Change Application from Future Development “FD” to Character District-4 “CD-4” has been submitted for approximately 8.534 acres, more or less, located within the 1600 Block of Redwood Road. This property is...

MODIFIED: ZC-18-17 (Redwood 1)

A Zoning Change Application from Future Development “FD” and Character District-4 (CD-4) to Single Family-6 “SF-6” has been submitted for approximately 192.951 acres, more or less, located within the 1600 Block of R...

PDD-06-02(B)

A PDD amendment request application has been submitted to allow multifamily apartments with a limit of 24 units per acre for an approximately 16.7 acre tract, more or less, within the limits of the Stone Creek PDD, known as Lot 9-B, Block 3, Stonecreek Cr...

ZC-19-02 (1850 Old RR 12)

A Zoning Change Application from Future Development “FD” to Heavy Commercial “HC” has been submitted for approximately 1.108 acres, more or less, located at 1850 Old Ranch Road 12. This property is located within a ...

ZC-19-01 (102 W. Holland St.)

ZC-19-01 (102 W. Holland St.) A zoning change application from Single Family (“SF-6” ) to Single Family (“SF-4.5”) has been submitted for approximately 7.82 acres, more or less, located at 102 West Holland Street. T...

ZC-18-21 (Smart Terminal)

A Zoning Change Application from Future Development “FD” to Heavy Industrial “HI” has been submitted for approximately 933.081 acres, more or less located near the intersection of State Highway 80 and FM 1984. This ...

ZC-18-20 (Thompson/Cape Dam and Ditch Engineering Structure) Historic Landmark Designation

An Application for Historic Landmark Designation has been submitted for Thompson/Cape Dam and Ditch Engineering Structure . This property is located within an Existing Neighborhood on the Comprehensive Plan and a neighborhood presentation meeting is not r...

ZC-18-16

ZC-18-16 (1407, 1411, 1413, and 1415 Earle Street) A zoning change application from Single Family (“SF-6” ) to Neighborhood Density – 3 (“ND-3”) has been submitted for approximately 1.206 acres, more or le...

LDC-18-02

A Land Development Code Amendment Application has been submitted requesting to amend the Land Development Code to add standards for neighborhood meetings required by Table 2.1. The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear this request at the September 25,...

LDC-18-01

A Land Development Code Amendment Application has been submitted requesting to amend the Land Development Code to remove the limit to the number of times Preferred Scenario Amendments can be requested, which is currently limited to twice a year. The Plann...

ZC-18-19 (219 West MLK Drive) Historic Landmark Designation

An Application for Historic Landmark Designation has been submitted for the property located at 219 West MLK Drive. This property is located within an Existing Neighborhood on the Comprehensive Plan and a neighborhood presentation meeting is not required ...

ZC-18-14 (1520 Old RR 12) Zoning Change Request

A Zoning Change Application from “Office Professional District (OP)” to “Neighborhood Main Street (NMS)” has been submitted for approximately 0.41 acres, being lot 1-D, Highcrest Addition Subdivision. The San Marcos...

ZC-18-13 (128 Spring Road)

A Zoning Change Application from Future Development “FD” to Character District-3 “CD-3” has been submitted for approximately 4.851 acres, more or less, out of the J.M. Veramendi Survey No. 2, located at 128 Spring R...

PSA-18-04 (Lindsey Hill PSA) - Change of Location

A Preferred Scenario Map Amendment application from “Area of Stability – Redevelopment Infill” to “High Intensity – Redevelopment Infill” has been submitted for approximately 4.8275 acres, more o...

ZC-18-12 Zoning Change (Withdrawn by the applicant)

ZC-18-12 Zoning Change (Withdrawn by the applicant)

ZC-18-11 Zoning Change (Withdrawn by the applicant)

ZC-18-11 Zoning Change (Withdrawn by the applicant)

ZC-18-10 (Windmill Addition) - Revised

A zoning change application from Duplex (D) to Neighborhood Density – 3.5 (ND-3.5) has been submitted for approximately 0.78 acres, more or less, known as Windmill Addition Lot 2, located at 128 Windmill Drive. This property is located in an Exi...

ZC-18-09 (Beyond Grooming)

A zoning change application from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Neighborhood – Main Street (N-MS) has been submitted for approximately 0.997 acres, more or less, out of the Juan M Veramendi Survey, Tract 31, located at 1200 Old Martindale Road....

ZC-18-08 Zoning Change

A zoning change application from Light Industrial (LI) to Heavy Commercial (HC) has been submitted for approximately 9.61 acres, more or less, known as Lot 1A, Block 1, International Electric Corporation Addition, located at 2809 IH-35.  This pro...

ZC-18-07 Application Notice

A zoning change application from Single Family (“SF-6” ) to Neighborhood Density – 3 (“ND-3”) has been submitted for approximately 0.197 acres, more or less, legally known as the Westover Addition, Block 27, Lot 329, located at 1012 North Bishop Street. T...

ZC-18-06 Application Notice

A zoning change application from Future Development (“FD” ) to Character District – 5 (“CD-5”) has been submitted for approximately 14.14 acres, more or less, out of the Barnette O. Kane Survey, Abstract No. 281, located along the 1600 Block of Redwood Ro...

City to Host Town Hall on Mitigation Grant Oct. 29

The City of San Marcos is hosting a Mitigation Town Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins, in order to gain public input on the City’s action plan for a $24 million Housing and Urban De...

Texas State Conducts Science Outreach in Local Parks

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department and the Texas State University Department of Psychology are excited to share information on a new, ongoing partnership for child development research called Science in the Parks. 

Texas State&...

San Marcos Joins Annual “Imagine a Day Without Water”

The City of San Marcos joins elected officials, water utilities, community leaders, educators, and businesses from across the country in recognition of the fifth annual Imagine a Day Without Water, a nationwide day of education and advocacy about the valu...

Family Fun at Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival Oct. 25

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival on Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. at City Park, 170 Charles Austin Drive.

Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival is family-fr...

Survey to Help Prioritize $24 Million HUD Mitigation Funds

The City of San Marcos was awarded $24,012,000 in Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding earlier this year by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for significant 2015 flooding recovery. On Aug. 30, HUD relea...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter 'Pets of the Week'

Hiccups

This kitty knows how to get your attention! Walk by Hiccups’ kennel and she’ll loudly greet you with a very distinct meow. She is a two-year-old girl who can be a little timid when first meeting new people, but bust out the trea...

Youth Scholarships Available for City Rec Programs

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for recreational program scholarships for low to moderate-income San Marcos children.

The scholarship pays 50% of the registration fees, up to $150 per child, for any of the p...

November Parks & Recreation 50+ Programming

50+ San Marcos Game Day Club: Meets every Monday- except City Holidays!  

Join the San Marcos Game Day Club. This social club meets every Monday at the San Marcos Activity Center, Meeting Room 1, from 12:30-4 p.m. Game materials for Bridge...

Upcoming Library Events: Oct. 17 to Oct. 23

Let’s Move!

October 17, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Get your body moving with stretches, music, and cooperative play! This program promotes physical literacy in a high-energy, non-competitive way. Ages 5-10.

Puppet Show! Miggs’ & Jiggs&rsquo...

Police Searching for Driver Involved in Weekend Hit and Run

A 23-year-old man is recovering from serious injuries after being hit by a car near downtown San Marcos early Sunday morning. On October 13 at approximately 2:14 a.m., San Marcos Police officers responded to the 100 block of West San Antonio Street for an...

Volunteers Collect 7,000 Pounds of Litter in City Fall Cleanup

More than 525 volunteers picked up over 7,000 pounds of trash and recyclable material during the City of San Marcos Fall River Cleanup on Oct. 5.

Volunteers worked in strategic watershed-impacting areas throughout the City to retrieve an estimated 5,400 po...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter 'Pets of the Week'

Miss Kitty

Miss Kitty is an all-around superstar! She is a three-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix who is potty trained, great on a leash, knows “sit” and “here” and makes eye contact when addressed by her name! Miss Kitty has also had many posit...

New Countywide Voting System and Polling Update

The City of San Marcos and Hays County are rolling out changes during the upcoming election cycle, including a new voting system and Countywide Polling. These changes will be in place for early voting, which starts Oct. 21, and will continue through Elect...

City Shred Day Slated for Oct. 12 at City Hall

The San Marcos City Clerk’s office will sponsor a free Shred Day for San Marcos and Hays County residents from 9 a.m. to 12 noon (or until the truck is full) on Saturday, Oct. 12 at City Hall, 630 E. Hopkins.

The limit is three boxes per vehicle....

CM Allen Roadway to Open for Traffic in December

The City of San Marcos Engineering and Capital Improvements Department is updating the scheduled roadway reopening for the CM Allen Parkway Project to mid-December. The completion of the roadway project on CM Allen Parkway between Hopkins Street and Unive...

Annual Monarch Festival & Native Plant Sale Oct. 19

The second annual Monarch Fest and Native Plant Sale will take place Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

The purpose of the Monarch Fest...

Final 2019 ‘Party in Your Park’ Oct. 11 at Eddie Durham

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the final party of the 2019 Party in Your Park series on Friday, Oct. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Eddie Durham Park, 205 Martin Luther King Dr.

Party in Your Park is a free event series that bring...

October Library Events

Storytime

When: October 1, 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Where: San Marcos Public Library

Who: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Info: Call 512.393.8200

Cuéntame Bilingual Stories...

City Code Amended for New “Dining with Dogs” Law

At their Sept. 30 meeting, the San Marcos City Council repealed section 18.120 of the San Marcos Code of Ordinances in response to a new state law (Senate Bill 476) regulating dining with dogs that passed during the recent 86^th Texas Legislative Session.

&...

Eighth Annual SMArts Awards Presentation Set for Oct. 10

In observance of National Arts and Humanities Month, the San Marcos Arts Commission will present its SMArts Advocacy Awards to individuals and organizations who are making significant contributions to the San Marcos arts and cultural scene on Thursday, Oc...

Neighborhood Conversation Scheduled for October 10

The City of San Marcos Neighborhood Commission is hosting a Neighborhood Conversation for Sector 2, including Westover, Oak Heights, Castle Forest, Southwest Hills and La Cima, on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 6 p.m. at Crockett Elementary School, 1300 Girard St. ...

October City Hall Calendar

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Human Services Advisory Board – 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., HR Training Room, 630 E. Hopkins, San Marcos, TX 78666

Wednesday, October 2, 2019 

Commission on Children and Youth – 11:30 a.m., San Marco...

New Bus Stop on Route 6 CARTS, SMTX THE BUS

The City of San Marcos and CARTS will add a new stop at the Lamar Personalized Learning Center located at 121 De Zavala Drive, effective today, Monday, Sept. 30.

Approximate stop times southbound are 7:06 and 8:06 a.m., mid-day at 11:06 a.m., and afternoon...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter 'Pets of the Week'

Ursala

If you are looking for a cat who will give you all the love, meet Ursala. Ursala is a one-year-old domestic short hair, who is strikingly beautiful. She adores attention and will politely ask for a few more pets by reaching her paw out to touch you....

City Lifts Evacuation Order, Allows Occupancy of Vie Lofts

The City of San Marcos lifted the evacuation order for Vie Lofts, 817 Chestnut St as of 5:10 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 27 and issued a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for a portion of the building. This allows occupancy of the building and residents wi...

Victory Gardens Improvements Project Meeting Oct. 2

The City of San Marcos Engineering and Capital Improvements Department will hold a neighborhood meeting to discuss the Victory Gardens Subdivision Improvements on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. at the San Marcos Senior Center, 810 Arizona St. The public is i...

Upcoming Library Events: Sept. 26 to Oct. 2

Passport to Reading Challenge & Chat 

September 26, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

September’s challenge is to read a memoir. Join us for our Book Chat. Bring your ‘Brown Bag’ lunch and chat about books. 

Creation Station

September 26, 4 p.m. to 5 p....

UPDATE: Overnight Shooting Suspect Apprehended

Update:

Davonte Miller was located and apprehended in Crowley Louisiana at approximately 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25. Miller initially attempted to evade local law enforcement with his vehicle, but was apprehended by the Crowley Police Department...

Recognition Program to Launch at National Night Out

The City of San Marcos Keep San Marcos Beautiful initiative is launching the “Kudos Coin” giveaway on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at National Night Out in recognition of people who perform good deeds in the community.

Kudos Coins can be redeemed fo...

Public Invited to Library Groundbreaking Oct. 3

The City of San Marcos is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m. to mark the beginning of the expansion and remodel of the current Public Library building at 625 E. Hopkins St. The public is invited to attend.

The library expansio...

Mandatory Evacuation Declared for Vie Lofts

In response to safety concerns about building stability and means of egress, the San Marcos Fire Marshal issued a mandatory evacuation order for Vie Lofts at 817 Chestnut St. today, Friday, Sept. 20.

City staff, along with apartment personnel, are going do...

Speed Likely a Factor in Early Morning Fatal Crash

Police suspect speed played a roll in a fatal crash early Friday morning. At approximately 12:02 a.m., San Marcos Police, San Marcos Fire and Hays County EMS were dispatched to the 300 block of West Hopkins for a major traffic collision.

Responding units l...

San Marcos Gearing Up for National Night Out October 1

City of San Marcos residents are invited to participate in the 2019 National Night Out (NNO) on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 1, by visiting with neighbors, police officers, EMS personnel, firefighters, and City officials at select locations within the com...

Upcoming Library Events: Sept. 19 to Sept. 25

Medicare Made Easy

September 19, 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Take the guesswork out of applying for Medicare. Discover Medicare options, eligibility rules, and signup time frames at this free, educational workshop. Let Kurt Schick, Medicare and retirement solut...

SMFD Hosting “Not Every Hero Wears A Cape” Open House 10/5

In honor of Fire Prevention Week, the City of San Marcos Fire Department (SMFD) will host its annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station #5, 100 Carlson Circle. The public is invited to attend this free event.

This year&rsq...

NWS Hosts Flood Aware Training for San Marcos

The National Weather Service is teaming up with the City of San Marcos Office of Emergency Management to provide flood awareness training to residents on Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fire Station #5, 100 Carlson Circle.

“We are entering ...

City Seeks Volunteers for Third Annual Fall River Cleanup

The City of San Marcos is calling on volunteers to register for the Third Annual Fall River Cleanup in the San Marcos and Blanco River Watersheds on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Our regional river basin functions as a sensitive home...

Public Invited to Participate in San Marcos Transit Plan

On Wednesday, Oct. 2, the City of San Marcos, in collaboration with Texas State University, is hosting three community meetings to gain initial public input for the San Marcos Transit Plan, a five-year transit plan for the San Marcos community.

Pop-up info...

Downtown Road Closures for Crane Work Begin Sept. 19

From Thursday, Sept. 19 through Monday, Sept. 23, sections of Concho Street, North LBJ Drive and North Guadalupe Street will experience daily closures from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. while crews work to remove two cranes assembled at Concho Commons student housing ...

2019 Bobcats Give Back Final Numbers Tallied

Over the course of the summer collection effort, the 2019 City of San Marcos Bobcats Give Back program successfully diverted 6,006 pounds of material from the landfill by donating it to local non-profits. Materials were collected from 13 apartment complex...

Tickets Available for Sept. 28 Mother Daughter Tea

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the second annual Mother Daughter Tea on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at City Park Rec Hall, 170 Charles Austin Dr.

The Mother Daughter Tea is an event for mothers and mother figur...

Participants Invited to Veterans Day Parade

The City of San Marcos, in collaboration with the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee and local veterans’ organizations, is seeking participants for the Honoring All Who Served-themed Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, Nov. 9. The deadline for ent...

Activity Center to Begin Remodel on September 30

Interior construction work will begin on Monday, Sept. 30, at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins, to remodel the locker rooms and restrooms attached to the natatorium and to replace the carpet in the entire building.

The pool may be closed peri...

Upcoming Library Events: Sept. 12 to Sept. 18

Growing Up Wild

September 12, 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Come out to this nature experience! We’ll read books on different nature topics each month followed by a fun craft or outdoor activity. Preschool aged children are welcome to attend our 10 a.m. sess...

Registration Open for Fall Master Compost Program

Registration is open for the City of San Marcos Master Compost Certification Program, which will take place in October and November at the San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Dr. Registration is $20 and the certification requires 20 hours o...

2020 USA Racquetball Championships in San Marcos

The City of San Marcos Convention and Visitor Bureau (SMCVB) is excited to announce that USA Racquetball has chosen San Marcos to host their 2020 National Singles Championships June 3-7, 2020. This is the largest sporting event the SMCVB has helped bring ...

Construction to Begin on ADA Trails in Purgatory Creek and Prospect Park Natural Areas

Construction will begin Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019 to make several trails ADA accessible at Purgatory Creek and Prospect Park Natural Areas. There will be various trail closures during this construction.

The public is asked to not go on closed trails during...

City Announces Changes in Bulk Collection Process

Starting Monday, Sept. 16, the City of San Marcos will initiate the following changes to the bulk collection request process:

• All requests must be received by 4 p.m. two business days prior to service day.
  • Monday requests will need to be called in by the pr...

Discovery Center Offers Fall Workshop Series

The City of San Marcos is hosting a free nature and conservation workshop series from Sept. 14 to Nov. 20 at the San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive.

Workshop topics include Korean Natural Farming, Rain Gardens, Monarchs, Recycling, and many o...

Urban Forester Seeks Volunteers to Help Local Trees

The City of San Marcos Urban Forester Kelly Eby is holding monthly ‘Friends of Trees’ events for the community to come together to care for trees and promote urban park tree health during the upcoming cooler months.

“An ongoin...

First Responders Wheelchair Basketball Fundraiser 9/14

The City of San Marcos Police and Fire Departments, along with San Marcos Hays County EMS, are teaming up with South Texas Regional Adaptive and Para Sports (STRAPS) and Morgan’s Wonderland for the third annual STRAPS STARS vs First Responders W...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Leah

If you like a cat with personality, Leah is your girl! This beautiful two-year-old tabby has piercing eyes and a vibrant spirit. She is a little timid at first with new people, but once you earn her trust you’ll get all her attention and aff...

Final Workforce Housing Task Force Meeting Sept. 12

The City of San Marcos Workforce Housing Task Force will present their final Strategic Housing Action Plan at a meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St. This is the last meeting of the Wor...

SMPD Seeks Student-to-Student Safety Input

The City of San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) is welcoming Bobcats back to school with a safety campaign and they are asking for student input.

The campaign, entitled “Your Safety Starts with You,” seeks to remind students that the police department serv...

San Marcos Police Investigate Traffic Fatality

San Marcos Police are investigating a single vehicle accident that occurred on Post Road early Friday morning and resulted in one fatality.

At approximately 12:10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, San Marcos Police, Fire, and Hays County EMS were dispatched t...

City to Host Annual 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony

The City of San Marcos will hold a remembrance ceremony to commemorate the heroes and victims of September 11, 2001 at 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at City Hall, 630 East Hopkins Street.  

The program will open with a welcome from Interim Ass...

Mill Street Construction Switches Lanes This Week

The Engineering & Capital Improvements Department continues construction on Mill Street and this week the northbound lane of Mill Street and the eastbound lane of Uhland Road have closed to traffic as the drainage and roadway improvements continue.

Mot...

Disaster Recovery Program Unveils Three New Homes

The City of San Marcos Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery Program (CDBG-DR) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and key presentation at 330 Ellis St. this morning to mark the completion of three new homes built for residents impa...

City Announces Leadership Changes

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, City of San Marcos City Manager Bert Lumbreras announced three leadership changes to staff and City Council as the result of a management reorganization following the recent retirement of Assistant City Manager Collette Jamison.

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Upcoming Library Events: Sept. 5 to Sept. 11

LEGO Mania

September 5, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Grab a bowl full of LEGOs and a base plate and build your dream creation. For ages 4 and up.

Chess Night

September 5, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

All ages and skill levels are welcome. The library provides chess se...

Butterflies, Bugs & Flowers: Seeking Art for Monarch Fest!

The City of San Marcos Discovery Center is seeking art submissions for Monarch Fest on Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In an effort to celebrate the beauty of pollinators, the City is calling for five to seven artists who are interested in displaying pollina...

UPDATE: Wanted Aggravated Assault Suspect in Custody

Wanted suspect Jorge Enriquez (10/16/1985) was taken into custody at the Nueces County Courthouse this morning.

The San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) developed information that Enriquez had a scheduled court hearing Friday morning in Nu...

September City Hall Calendar

Monday, September 2, 2019

Labor Day Holiday – Office Closed

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

City Council – 3 p.m. Work Session followed by Executive Session, 6 p.m. Regular Session. Council Chambers, City Hall, 630 E. Hopkins (Televised live on Time Warn...

SMPD Involved in Two SWAT Situations Tuesday Night

Police Searching for Man Who Evaded Arrest on Bracewood Circle

San Marcos Police are searching for a man who was involved in a road rage incident in downtown San Marcos, and later ran from police.

On June 26, SMPD received a call regarding a road rage incid...

UPDATE: Veterans Park Homicide Victim’s Name Released

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, City of San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) officials released the identity of the victim in Saturday’s homicide as Charles William Lauria II (12/30/1961).

The victim’s name was previously being held until next of ki...

City Mural Dedication in Barrio del Pescado Neighborhood

The City of San Marcos invites the public to the dedication of a new mural celebrating the heritage and history of the Barrio del Pescado neighborhood Saturday, Aug. 31 at 9 a.m. at the Conoco Fast Stop Stores #6, 1101 SH 123.

The mural, entitled &ldqu...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Flounder

If you’re looking for a snuggly lovebug to be your new feline best friend, Flounder is your boy! He loves to greet visitors with a loud meow, and is so grateful for pets and scratches. He still has a bit of kitten in him and enjoys playi...

San Marcos Police Investigate Two Recent Incidents

Homicide Near Veterans Park

The City of San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) is investigating a homicide that occurred over the weekend near Veterans Park.

At approximately 10:42 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, SMPD patrol was dispatched to the area of 320 Maripo...

Upcoming Library Events: Aug. 29 to Sept. 4

English Language Learners Registration

August 28, 6:30 p.m.

English classes for adults. Clases de inglés para adultos. Classes are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:30-8:30 PM. Las clases son los lunes, martes, miércoles y jueves ...

City Offices Closed on Labor Day

City of San Marcos offices, including City Hall, Public Library, Activity Center, Animal Shelter, Municipal Court, and Utility Offices, will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day.

Texas Disposal Systems will operate its usual trash collection and recycli...

Workforce Housing to Discuss Land Banks Aug. 29

Join the City of San Marcos Workforce Housing Task Force for a Public Meeting on Land Banks with Chairman of the Houston Land Bank Nick Hall on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins.

Land banks are a potent...

San Marcos Convention & Visitor Bureau Wins Big

The City of San Marcos Convention & Visitor Bureau (SMCVB) brought four Idea Fair Awards home from the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus (TACVB) during their annual conference in Denton this month.

The SMCVB won the first place People...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Automatic Daffodil

This girl’s smile is contagious! Automatic Daffodil is a 10-year-old Shepherd mix who is loving life. She was found with a large mass on her neck that had to be removed, and she’s recovered beautifully. She still romp...

Downtown Bike Lane Striping to Begin on Guadalupe

The City of San Marcos Engineering and Capital Improvements Department announced that as part of the current Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) street overlay project underway on Guadalupe Street, the striping portion of the City’s futur...

September Parks & Recreation 50+ Programming

50+ Facebook for Seniors Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Join us for a Free Facebook for Seniors Workshop and learn how to sign up for Facebook and stay connected with friends and family members! The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation and the Sa...

Chamber of Commerce Wins Partner of the Month

The City of San Marcos Main Street Program is proud to announce the San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce as the August Downtown Partner of the Month!

Since 1903, the Chamber has provided a wealth of resources to local businesses through leadership, educatio...

Castle Forest Improvements Meeting Aug. 21

The City of San Marcos Engineering and Capital Improvements Department, along with engineering consultants from HDR Engineering, Inc., will host a public meeting regarding Castle Forest Subdivision stormwater drainage conditions at the San Marcos Activity...

Close Out Summer at ‘Party in Your Park’ Aug. 23

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the third 2019 Party in Your Park event on Friday, Aug. 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Dunbar Park, 801 Martin Luther King Dr. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

Activities wi...

Upcoming Library Events: Aug. 8 to Aug. 14

Growing Up Wild

August 15, 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Come out to this nature experience! We’ll read books on different nature topics each month followed by a fun craft or outdoor activity. Preschool-aged children are welcome to attend our 10 a.m. session, while sc...

City of San Marcos Accepting Eldercare Fan Donations

The City of San Marcos is accepting donations for the annual Family Eldercare Summer Fan Drive.

The City will accept donations of new fans at its five fire stations, including Fire Station 5 at 100 Carlson Circle; Downtown Station 1 at 114 E. Hutchison; St...

Neighborhood Conversation Scheduled for August 15

The City of San Marcos Neighborhood Commission is hosting a Neighborhood Conversation for Sector 6, including Blanco Gardens, Two Rivers East, Fairlawn, Blanco River Village and Saddlebrook, on Thursday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. at K.A.D. Korner Store, 820 Sturg...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Vera Fang

If you want a calm companion who gets along with everyone, this is your girl. Vera Fang is a two-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix who is a bit shy, but loves adults, kids, other dogs and treats! She’s also picked up a few tri...

City to Test School Zone Flashing Lights Next Week

The City of San Marcos Public Services Transportation Division will test school zone flashing signs in the morning and afternoon on Aug. 13 in preparation for the fall semester. School zone speed limits will not be enforced during the test period.

Once the...

Northbound McCarty Exit Closed for Tax-Free Weekend

The northbound McCarty Lane exit ramp (Exit 201) on IH-35 will be closed on Friday, Aug. 9 starting at 12 p.m. to Saturday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. to accommodate increased traffic at the outlet malls during Tax-Free Weekend.

The purpose of the exit ramp closure...

Upcoming Library Events

Storytime

August 9, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Baby Storytime

August 9, 12 p.m.

An early literacy playgroup for pre-walkers. Join other babies for songs, stories, stretches and playtime!...

SMTX 4 All Open House Slated for Aug. 14

The City of San Marcos Workforce Housing Task Force is seeking input on the proposed Draft Strategic Housing Action Plan at the upcoming SMTX 4 All Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins. ...

City Accepting Applications for Arts and Cultural Grants

The City of San Marcos Arts Commission is accepting applications for 2019-2020 Arts and Cultural Grants through Sept. 15, 2019. Information and links to the online application are posted on the City’s website at www.sanmarcostx.gov/artsgrants.

Ar...

Motorcyclist Dies After Crash in Slow IH-35 Traffic

City of San Marcos emergency units responded to a major traffic accident on IH-35 northbound at Wonder World Drive Exit 202 at 4:10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2 that resulted in the death of a Hillsboro man.

According to witnesses, Martel Tamar Sanders (DOB 01/3...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Leah

If you like a cat with personality, Leah may be your girl! This beautiful two-year-old tabby has piercing eyes and a vibrant spirit. She’s had ups and downs in her life, so she has to be careful before warming up to people, but once you earn...

Harvey E. Miller Named Outstanding Senior Volunteer

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department and the San Marcos Senior Citizen Advisory Board invites the public to attend the San Marcos Community Senior Citizen Volunteer Award presentation on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. at the San Marcos Act...

Brushy Waste Drop-Off Aug. 10 at 750 River Road

The City of San Marcos will host its monthly brushy waste drop-off for residential garbage and recycling service customers on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 750 River Road.

Residents driving to the drop-off will take the San Marcos Animal Shelt...

Reward for Iconic Village Fire Increased to $110,000

Representatives from the City of San Marcos and the Houston Field Division Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) hosted a joint news conference on Friday, Aug. 2 at 10:30 a.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, Room 1, 501 E. Hopkins S...

City Seeks Women’s Hall of Fame Nominations

The City of San Marcos is seeking nominations by Aug. 30 at 5 p.m. for initiation into the San Marcos Women’s Hall of Fame, which honors women who have made meaningful contributions to the San Marcos community through personal achievement and co...

San Marcos Homecoming for D-Day Aircraft on Aug. 9

After a month-long tour in Europe to honor the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is hosting a homecoming ceremony for the iconic World War II C-47 That’s All, Brother (TAB) on Friday, Aug. 9 at 10 a.m...

Press Conference Aug 2, 10:30 a.m.

The City of San Marcos and the Houston Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) will host a joint news conference on Friday, Aug. 2 at 10:30 a.m. at the San Marcos Activity Center, Room 1, 501 E. Hopkins St. to annou...

Upcoming Library Events

Slime Rodeo

August 1, 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

San Marcos Public Library

Which slime is best? Come test them out! For ages 4 to 12. Registration required.

Chess Night

August 1, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

All ages and skill levels are welcome. Th...

Sink Creek Project Awarded U.S. Forest Service Grant

The City of San Marcos will receive a $423,500 grant from the United States Forest Service to fund the land purchase of the Sink Creek Community Forest Tract. This is the first Community Forest and Open Space Program grant awarded to a project in Texas.

Th...

Electric Utility to Begin Multiyear Tree Maintenance

The City of San Marcos Electric Utility (SMEU) will initiate tree pruning and removal in the Millview, Springtown, and Rio Vista areas on Monday, Aug. 5, in an effort to improve the reliability and safety of the electrical system in the City. McCoy Tree S...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter ‘Pets of the Week’

Erin

Look at this stunning girl! Not only is she uniquely beautiful, she’s also very sweet. Erin is a one-year-old kitty who is kind, easy-going and is used to being around other cats. She loves treats and will happily accept some scratches behin...

Police to Serve BBQ at Student Shoe Benefit Aug. 3

The City of San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) is joining forces with Hays Cares Shoes of Hope on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lehman High School at 1700 Lehman Road in Kyle, to help provide over 200 Hays County students with shoes as they ...

Fire Department Presents Awards for Achievement & Life-Saving Efforts

The City of San Marcos Fire Department recognized significant achievements by members of its department, as well as members of other organizations and our community, at its annual awards ceremony held recently at the San Marcos Activity Center.

Among the r...

Citizens Fire Academy Accepting Applications for 2019

The San Marcos Fire Department is gearing up for its ninth Citizens Fire Academy this fall. The free hands-on academy will be held from August 12 through November 4.

During the 12-week course, students will see how firefighters perform swift water rescues ...

Upcoming Library Events

Passport to Reading Challenge & Chat 

July 25, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

San Marcos Public Library

July’s challenge is to read an award-winning book. Join us for our Book Chat. Bring your ‘Brown Bag’ lunch and chat about books.  ...

Fifth Victim of Deadly Apartment Fire Identified

The fifth and final victim of the deadly fire at Iconic Village and Vintage Pads apartments has been identified by the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office in coordination with Justice of the Peace Maggie H. Moreno.

Belinda Moats of Big Wells (born Aug....

San Marcos Residents Can Text Emergency Info to 9-1-1

With storm season in full swing, the City of San Marcos is reminding residents that in an emergency they can send text messages to 9-1-1 in the Central Texas area.

The Capital Area Council of Governments deployed Text to 9-1-1 service region wide in Octobe...

City Council Approves New San Marcos Development Code

The San Marcos City Council approved Code SMTX, a new 434-page development code that aligns with the City’s comprehensive plan and will guide how the City grows in the coming years.

“This is a day of celebration! Our new code has been in the works for four...