Fire department seeks resident feedback with survey

The Galveston Fire Department is asking residents to complete a survey in an effort to assess the quality of service the department provides and make any needed changes.

 The Galveston Fire Department has put an increased emphasis on both interna...

City releases Lone Star Rally public safety statistics

The Galveston Police Department had another busy special event with the just completed Lone Star Rally 2019. While attendance figures are still being compiled, below are some of the statistics for the event. The Galveston Police Department would like to t...

Join us for Senior Bingo on November 18

The City of Galveston's Parks and Recreation Department is hosting Senior Bingo on Monday, November 18th sponsored by Better Parks for Galveston. Doors open at 10 a.m. and bingo begins at 11 a.m. at the Wright Cuney Recreation Center at 718 41st Street.&a...

Auctions scheduled Thursday for abandoned vehicles

Dozens of vehicles abandoned and now owned by the City of Galveston will be auctioned off on Thursday, October 31.

The auctions will be held beginning at 8 a.m. and throughout the day at different wrecker locations. The City of Galveston routinely auctions...

No overnight parking on Seawall Blvd

Lone Star Rally visitors and residents, remember that City ordinance restricts overnight parking on Seawall Blvd.Parking is not allowed between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Seawall Blvd from 6th to 59th streets, from 63rd to 89th streets and from the 9300 block o...

Lone Star Rally rolling into town this week

Galveston, TX – October 28, 2019 – The annual Lone Star Rally returns to the island this week with a line-up of events. The four-day motorcycle rally will take place Thursday to Sunday, Oct -31-Nov 3. 

The rally is con...

Fleeing Suspect Injures Jamaica Beach Officer

At approximately 1230 AM, the Lake Jackson Police Department requested the assistance of the Galveston Police Department in apprehending a suspect in a white Ford truck that had been eluding capture for some time at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour....

Road closures announced for numerous fall events

Galveston, TX – October 22, 2019 – The island will be the host of many special events this week, including Ball High School homecoming parade, Oktoberfest and The Daily News Press Run.

BALL HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE&nbs...

City Council confirms new Fire Chief

The City of Galveston is proud to announce that Charles Olsen, Sr. is the new Fire Chief.

Chief Olsen joined the Galveston Fire Department in 1991 and most recently served as an Assistant Fire Chief. City Manager Brian Maxwell appointed Olsen the interim c...

Man killed in car crash involving Island Transit trolley

Galveston, TX – October 21, 2019 – A 30-year-old man died Sunday night after a vehicle collision involving an Island Transit trolley bus.

On Sunday at approximately 10:00 p.m., dispatch received a report of a major accident involving an...

City ready to assist customers whose utility bills were affected by mail delay

Galveston, TX – Oct. 17, 2019 – A storm-related roof collapse at a Houston Post Office processing center in mid-September caused delays and other possible problems with mail, including utility bills from the City of Galveston....

GPD identifies officer involved in Oct. 12 shooting

October 16, 2019 – Galveston, TX – On the evening of October 12th, 2019, a Galveston Police Officer was involved in a shooting while conducting a traffic stop near 9 Mile Road and Stewart. The case is being investigated by the Galvesto...

Water leak near 6100 block of Seawall

Disturbance Call Leads to Officer Involved Shooting

Galveston, TX - Sunday, October 13, 2019- Saturday night, October 12^th, at approximately 8:30pm Galveston Police were dispatched to a disturbance in the 2900 block of Sunny Ln.  As the first officer arrived, he observed the suspect vehic...

City receives strong credit ratings, ensuring low interest rates for public improvements

Galveston, TX – October 9, 2019 – Two of the top financial rating firms assessed the City of Galveston this month and assigned strong credit ratings, citing the City’s prudent financial management and low debt burden.

Moody&am...

City releases body camera footage of August 3rd arrest

Galveston, TX – October 2, 2019 – The City of Galveston and the Galveston Police Department have received the administrative review of the August 3rd arrest of Donald Neely conducted by the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office. ...

TxDOT to begin Broadway project this weekend

GALVESTON, TX – September 27, 2019 – A Texas Department of Transportation project to repave and improve drainage on Broadway between 59^th Street and the Seawall begins Sunday, September 29.

For the next month, there will be alternating ...

Galveston Island Shrimp Festival returning this weekend

Galveston, TX – Sept. 26, 2019 – Galveston Island Shrimp Festival is returning this weekend and we want residents to be aware of road closures to plan their weekend driving.

The tenth annual Galveston Island Shrimp Festival wil...

Public Works offices temporarily moved to new location

As we prepare to demolish the annex off City Hall, the Public Works offices have moved across the street to 2508 Ball Street. All phone numbers for Public Works contacts remain the same.

People needing to visit Public Works for santiation services, dumpst...

City property for sale near beach

(Galveston, Tx.) September 26, 2019 - The City of Galveston is currently selling real estate property located at 2604 Avenue Q (aka 2001 26^th St) in Galveston, TX 77550. Consisting of a building and land, the property is for sale on the online government ...

City of Galveston employee luncheon next Friday

Please join us next Friday (Oct. 4) for lunch and to learn more about United Way and how you can help an organization that serves the community. Stop by McGuire Dent Recreation Center between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. next Friday. See you then!

2019 Tax Year Adopted Tax Rate For City of Galveston

The City of Galveston, Texas, adopted a tax rate that will increase taxes for maintenance and operations for Tax Year 2019. The Tax Rate will effectively be raised by 7.63 percent and will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 by approx...

Utility bills affected by Houston Post Office mail delay

Reminder: 45th Street public meeting on Sept. 24

Just a friendly reminder that the 45th Street progress meeting is tomorrow night!

The City of Galveston will host a meeting on September 24th to educate residents, businesses and property owners about the 45th Street corridor project. The project began ear...

Report damage caused by Tropical Storm Imelda

The City of Galveston is asking property owners to help us with the storm assessment by reporting real property damage in the survey form at www.galvestontx.gov/afterthestorm.

This report is designed to assist the Galveston Office of Emergency Management ...

City Council approves tax rate, budget

GALVESTON, TX – September 19, 2019 – The Galveston City Council on Thursday adopted a tax rate of $.579885 per $100 of property valuation for Tax Year 2019.

A homeowner who occupies their home valued at $235,000 would pay $1,09...

City monitoring weather system, preparing for possible flooding

The City of Galveston is preparing for potential street flooding in light of a disturbance in the Gulf.

Tropical moisture is going to spread over Southeast Texas with showers and thunderstorms increasing over the Gulf and coastal areas today, according to ...

City announces traffic plan for 25th Street project

The City of Galveston is seeking feedback from property owners and residents who live on 25^th Street about the traffic plan for the 25^th Street reconstruction project.

We anticipate construction beginning on the 25^th Street reconstruction project in late O...

Road closures announced for Sunday march (Sept. 15)

Galveston, TX – September 12, 2019 – A march planned for Sunday afternoon will necessitate street closures in downtown Galveston between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Organizers have planned a march for Sunday, September 15 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. i...

City to host second meeting on 45th Street corridor project

Galveston, TX – September 12, 2019 – The City of Galveston will host a meeting on September 24th to educate residents, businesses and property owners about the 45^th Street corridor project. The project began earlier this year and it is...

City advocates for funding for West End septic to sewer project

The City’s Legislative Coordinator Sally Bakko and City Engineer Daniel Christodoss spoke on Monday night seeking support and funding for a West End Septic to Sewer project during a public meeting conducted by TCEQ Commissioner Toby Baker on pro...

City launching new, redesigned utility bill

Galveston, TX – Sept. 6, 2019 – Residents and businesses may notice a change to their utility bills this month as the City of Galveston launches a new billing layout.

The City of Galveston redesigned its utility bills to create a more c...

City of Galveston selling decommissioned EMS building

Galveston Municipal Court announces amnesty program, beginning Sept. 3

Galveston, TX – September 3, 2019 – The Galveston Municipal Court will offer a nearly month-long amnesty period to provide an opportunity for people to pay outstanding tickets at a reduced rate and clear outstanding warrants.

The City o...

New laws going into effect this weekend

The Texas Legislature enacted several bills that could affect Galveston residents and many of those bills will go into effect this weekend on September 1, 2019. The City of Galveston has compiled a comprehensive list of bills of interest for the community...

City wants residents to be aware of upcoming road closures

As the city works to improve roads and infrastructure, there are a few upcoming road closures and water cutoffs for residents to be aware of.

Contractors will have sectional road closures on 77^th Street from Beluche Drive to Chantilly Circle in order to re...

For the next 6 months, turning lanes from Seawall to 45th Street will be closed

GALVESTON, TX – August 26, 2019 – Beginning Monday, August 26^th, the turning lanes from Seawall Boulevard to 45^th Street will be closed to traffic. The lanes are expected to re-open in early March.

Traffic will not be able to turn from ...

Vehicle Strikes Patrol Vehicles and Evades Police

The Galveston Police Department is currently conducting an investigation where a driver struck two patrol vehicles, evaded police, and struck an additional motorist in the 100 block of Sewall Boulevard.

On August 24^th2019 at approximately 4:33pm, the Galve...

Notice of proposed property tax rate

A tax rate of $0.582433 per $100 valuation has been proposed for adoption by the governing body of City of Galveston. This rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback tax rate, and state law requires that two public hearings be held by the governi...

Project underway to identify water losses in the City’s pipeline infrastructure

GALVESTON, TX – July 22, 2019 – Work will continue this week on a project to identify water losses in the City’s water infrastructure system to save money and reduce water waste.  

The City of Galveston has made repai...

Planning Commission introducing awards program, seeking nominees

GALVESTON, TX – July 12, 2019 – The Galveston Planning Commission is introducing the Planning and Design Awards, a program to recognize recent Galveston projects that provide a great benefit to the community. 

The awar...

Street closures, water shutoffs for 45th Street project

The 45th Street reconstruction project continues to run on schedule. We understand that the road closures and detours are a hassle for residents and business owners in the area, but please know that we are doing all we can to keep this moving along as swi...

City of Galveston launches new and improved website

Galveston, TX – Nov. 15, 2018 – The City of Galveston on Thursday launched a new and improved website with features designed to make staying informed and engaged simple.

The City of Galveston’s redesigned website www.galveston...

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Stay up to date on local news and events by watching G-TV. See what we've been working on here in Galveston.

Hurricane Preparedness

Helpful information on how you can be "Storm Ready" and ensure your family, friends, and pets have a plan in the event of an emergency.

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Watch Live, City Council, Audio Meetings and more with G-TV.

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City Manager's Report

Learn what the City has accomplished in the last month and a preview of what's to come in the month ahead. This report covers the work of all City departments and what they have accomplished in the past few months.

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Bicycling Galveston Island

With expansions to the bicycle network, now is a perfect time for Galvestonians to embrace the sport. Do you want to learn more about cycling safety tips and new routes on the island? Click here to learn more!