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Posted on: April 8, 2020

City accepting public comments for April 9 council meeting

Galveston City Council will meet via video conference on Thursday, April 9 at 1:15 p.m. for a special-called meeting. The City is accepting public comments in advance of this meeting at https://forms.galvestontx.gov/forms/publiccomment. The agenda is available at galvestontx.gov/agendacenter

⇐Previous City facilities closed in observance of Good Friday Next⇒ City monitoring potential severe weather

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Island Transit, trash services update

Posted on: September 20, 2020

City issues voluntary evacuation for West End, low-lying areas

Posted on: September 19, 2020

With forecast still uncertain, storm expected to bring high tides, rain

Posted on: September 18, 2020

Emergency declaration, certain Covid orders extended through January

Posted on: September 18, 2020

Galveston City Council approves property tax rate

Posted on: September 17, 2020

Sanitation Service Update: Thursday's route

Posted on: September 17, 2020

Sanitation service notice: Wednesday's route delayed

Posted on: September 16, 2020

Fitch assigns an ‘AA’ rating, citing stability and resilience

Posted on: September 14, 2020

Online billing payment system down for routine maintenance

Posted on: September 10, 2020

Lasker Park pool operating on fall schedule

Posted on: September 9, 2020

Public hearing on FY 21 proposed budget tomorrow

Posted on: September 9, 2020

Paving complete on 45th Street as project nears finish line

Posted on: September 9, 2020

Online permitting system down

Posted on: September 3, 2020

GLO approves expedited emergency beachfront construction permits

Posted on: September 2, 2020

City launching new, redesigned utility bill

Posted on: August 31, 2020

Work beginning on Bermuda Beach Drive

Posted on: August 31, 2020

Debris clean up underway this weekend

Posted on: August 28, 2020

Reminder: Beachfront construction permits required

Posted on: August 28, 2020

Boddeker Road closed for clean up

Posted on: August 28, 2020

Survey: Report any storm damage sustained in Hurricane Laura

Posted on: August 27, 2020

Trash services resume Friday

Posted on: August 27, 2020

Hurricane Laura Update: No damage, evacuation and curfew lifted

Posted on: August 27, 2020

Hurricane Laura Update

Posted on: August 26, 2020

City of Galveston implements nightly curfews

Posted on: August 25, 2020

Bus evacuation update

Posted on: August 25, 2020

Storm damage update

Posted on: August 25, 2020

Emergency services during the storm

Posted on: August 25, 2020

City issues mandatory evacuation, city services to be suspended at 12 p.m. Tuesday

Posted on: August 25, 2020

NWS afternoon update regarding Tropical Storm Laura

Posted on: August 24, 2020

City issues voluntary evacuation of west end, low-lying areas ahead of TS Laura

Posted on: August 24, 2020

Tropical Storms Laura and Marco update

Posted on: August 23, 2020

City monitoring Gulf activity, encourages residents to secure low-lying properties

Posted on: August 22, 2020

Notice: Upcoming water service interruptions along 55th Street

Posted on: August 19, 2020

Time's running up: Complete the Census

Posted on: August 19, 2020

Galveston City Council proposes tax rate, sets public hearing for FY 21 budget

Posted on: August 18, 2020

Join us in the Census challenge

Posted on: August 13, 2020

Intersection closure for water line project

Posted on: August 11, 2020

Water service interruptions along 55th Street this week

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Applications open for short-term rental assistance program

Posted on: August 7, 2020

Intersection closure on 25th beginning next week

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Planning Commission accepting nominations for design awards

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Applications open for more than a dozen city boards, commissions

Posted on: August 4, 2020

Galveston Fire Department civil service exam set for Sept. 18

Posted on: August 3, 2020

Local artist creates "Hope" sculpture honoring Galveston's history

Posted on: August 3, 2020

Council approves plan for Lasker Park pool deck

Posted on: July 29, 2020

TXDOT to host virtual hearing on I-45 work

Posted on: July 27, 2020

City monitoring weather for the weekend

Posted on: July 22, 2020

Galveston under Flash Flood Warning until 9:30 a.m. Tuesday

Posted on: July 21, 2020

Free Covid-19 testing available this week

Posted on: July 20, 2020

Water off near 49th and Avenue S

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Water service interruption for Pirate's Beach water line project

Posted on: July 17, 2020

Free Covid-19 testing available in Jamaica Beach

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Keep water conservation top of mind this summer

Posted on: July 14, 2020

City to begin free Covid-19 testing for service industry workers

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Order issued requiring large event sponsors to submit COVID-mitigation plans

Posted on: July 10, 2020

City accepting applications for rental assistance program

Posted on: July 9, 2020

City announces parking changes for the weekend

Posted on: July 9, 2020

Recycling Center not currently accepting styrofoam

Posted on: July 8, 2020

City limits in-person contact at city facilities

Posted on: July 7, 2020

New smoking ordinance in effect

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Tips for mosquito control in your yards

Posted on: July 6, 2020

Galveston beaches to close for Independence Day weekend, reopen Monday

Posted on: July 1, 2020

City facilities closed this Friday

Posted on: June 29, 2020

Mask order extended through Sept. 30

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Gov. Abbott issues executive order regarding bars, restaurants

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Your FAQs on the new Galveston mask order

Posted on: June 24, 2020

Business signage for new City mask requirement

Posted on: June 23, 2020

Free, walk-up COVID-19 testing available this Saturday in Galveston

Posted on: June 22, 2020

City issues order requiring face coverings in Galveston businesses

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Galveston celebrates Juneteenth

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Closure on 25th Street next week

Posted on: June 18, 2020

Special events permitting postponed, July 4th parade canceled

Posted on: June 17, 2020

City seeking public comment on additional CARES Act spending

Posted on: June 17, 2020

City hosting Shred Day this Saturday

Posted on: June 15, 2020

City preparing for a safe, busy weekend on the island

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Summer safety items to remember

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Parking lane closure on 25th Street for water line installation

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Free, walk-up COVID testing this weekend in Galveston

Posted on: June 11, 2020

Litterers Beware – Enhanced Enforcement to Take Place in Galveston

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Mayor Yarbrough announces resignation, effective July 15

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Intersection closure on 53rd for waterline project

Posted on: June 3, 2020

Water service interruptions resuming Friday for 25th Street project

Posted on: June 3, 2020

City monitoring system in the Gulf

Posted on: June 2, 2020

Mayor, Police Chief statements regarding George Floyd death

Posted on: June 2, 2020

June 1 marks first day of hurricane season: Have a plan

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Community pool beginning phased reopening June 3

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Free parking redistributed along Seawall Boulevard

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Update regarding Lake Madeline channel

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Water off along Heards Lane next Tuesday, Wednesday

Posted on: May 22, 2020

City seeks public input on plan for CARES funding

Posted on: May 22, 2020

Court denies bar owner's request for a temporary restraining order

Posted on: May 22, 2020

City proposing changes to HOME program

Posted on: May 20, 2020

Notice: Sanitary sewer break causes release in Lake Madeline channel

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Water shutoff notice for 25th Street project

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Galveston County and UTMB to Open Mass COVID-19 Testing

Posted on: May 18, 2020

City accepting applications, interviewing for Galveston Park Board trustees

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Six beach access points to close to vehicular traffic, pedestrian traffic allowed

Posted on: May 14, 2020

McGuire Dent Recreation Center reopening to adults, by appointment

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Water service interruption this week on 25th Street

Posted on: May 13, 2020

A message regarding fire marshal inspections of restaurants

Posted on: May 12, 2020

Eight beach access points closing to vehicular traffic over weekend

Posted on: May 7, 2020

Galveston County Food Bank, Moody Gardens hosting food pick-up

Posted on: May 7, 2020

Full closure of I-45 beginning next week

Posted on: May 6, 2020

Hurricane Preparedness Week: Have a supply kit ready

Posted on: May 5, 2020

Hurricane Preparedness Week is a good time to get your plans ready

Posted on: May 4, 2020

Water service disruption this week on 25th Street

Posted on: May 4, 2020

City of Galveston issues new guidelines for reopening city

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Moody Foundation, Moody Endowment team up to support Galveston first responders

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Coronavirus-related signage templates available for businesses

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Galveston beaches to open May 1 with social distancing recommendations

Posted on: April 29, 2020

City, Park Board to co-host State of the City Wednesday

Posted on: April 28, 2020

Reopening plans for Galveston following governor's order

Posted on: April 28, 2020

City accepting public comments for Thursday council meeting

Posted on: April 27, 2020

Extended public comment time for 2020 CDBG and HOME Programs

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Partial beach opening begins Monday

Posted on: April 23, 2020

Road closure on Chantilly Circle beginning Monday

Posted on: April 21, 2020

GCHD continues to operate COVID-19 testing site

Posted on: April 20, 2020

City accepting public comments for April 23 meeting

Posted on: April 20, 2020

Galveston beaches remain closed until April 30

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Gov. Abbott issues new executive orders related to COVID-19

Posted on: April 17, 2020

City partnering with RCC to host sexual assault prevention classes

Posted on: April 17, 2020

GCHD extends Galveston COVID-19 testing site hours

Posted on: April 17, 2020

March City Manager's Report now online

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Beginning Saturday, 45th Street will be northbound only

Posted on: April 16, 2020

Beginning Saturday, 45th Street will be northbound only

Posted on: April 16, 2020

Be aware of scams, suspicious activity

Posted on: April 15, 2020

Galveston County Health District opening island testing site

Posted on: April 14, 2020

City accepting public comments for April 16 meeting

Posted on: April 13, 2020

Water line work beginning on Heards Lane

Posted on: April 13, 2020

City accepting new water and sewer tap applications

Posted on: April 13, 2020

City facilities closed in observance of Good Friday

Posted on: April 9, 2020

City monitoring potential severe weather

Posted on: April 8, 2020

City accepting public comments for CDBG, HOMES programs

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Governor's order rules golf courses nonessential services

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Galveston City Council extends COVID-19 emergency orders until April 30

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Important upcoming events: State of the City and Virtual Town Hall

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Make sure we #CountGalveston, complete the Census today!

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Orders related to COVID-19 available online

Posted on: April 1, 2020

City accepting public comments for April 3 City Council meeting

Posted on: April 1, 2020

Available resources for businesses affected by COVID-19

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Las playas publicas de Galveston están cerradas en respuesta al virus COVID-19

Posted on: March 30, 2020

City annual financial report available online

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Orden de Permanecer en Casa

Posted on: March 29, 2020

Galveston public beaches are closed in response to COVID-19

Posted on: March 29, 2020

Three new orders in effect related to COVID-19

Posted on: March 27, 2020

Dos and Don'ts of the Galveston Stay-at-Home Order

Posted on: March 27, 2020

City taking precautions for public transportation

Posted on: March 25, 2020

City of Galveston to provide all essential services with limited staffing

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Four new orders in effect beginning Tuesday, including Stay at Home order

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Governor Abbott, Mayor urge residents to stay home

Posted on: March 22, 2020

City closing public entertainment venues and limiting food services, per federal guidelines

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Rubber wheel trolleys operating on new hours

Posted on: March 9, 2020

Lasker Park Community Pool opens for 2020 season

Posted on: March 9, 2020

Contractors moving forward on 25th Street project

Posted on: February 28, 2020

Galveston recognized as Tree City USA

Posted on: February 21, 2020

Galveston Police Department transitions to new crime reporting data system

Posted on: February 18, 2020

City Manager addresses 45th Street project in column

Posted on: December 22, 2019

City responding to issues at Compass Pointe apartment complex

Posted on: December 20, 2019

Paving beginning on 45th Street to expedite project

Posted on: December 14, 2019

Celebrate the holiday season this weekend at the annual Christmas Parade

Posted on: December 10, 2019

Strand ordinance rules explained

Posted on: December 6, 2019

City Council accepts $500,000 Moody Foundation grant for City Hall plaza

Posted on: November 15, 2019

Fleeing Suspect Injures Jamaica Beach Officer

Posted on: October 24, 2019

Road closures announced for numerous fall events

Posted on: October 22, 2019

City Council confirms new Fire Chief

Posted on: October 22, 2019

Man killed in car crash involving Island Transit trolley

Posted on: October 21, 2019

TxDOT to begin Broadway project this weekend

Posted on: September 27, 2019

2019 Tax Year Adopted Tax Rate For City of Galveston

Posted on: September 23, 2019