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Posted on: August 10, 2021

Proposed FY 2022 budget now online

The proposed FY 2022 budget is now online! The proposed budget for the year beginning Oct. 1 and the proposed five-year Capital Improvement Plan are posted at galvestontx.gov/financialtransparency.
The Galveston City Council will discuss the budget at its meeting Thursday beginning at 9 a.m. and streamed live on Facebook!

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Seawall overnight parking rules for the first weekend of Mardi Gras

Posted on: January 21, 2022

Online utlility billing portal down for maintenance Jan. 22

Posted on: January 20, 2022

Galveston City Council filing period open for May 7 election

Posted on: January 20, 2022

20th Street mill and overlay project beginning Monday

Posted on: January 20, 2022

Reminder of neighborhood parking rules

Posted on: January 19, 2022

GCHD opens free COVID-19 testing site

Posted on: January 18, 2022

City of Galveston launches new GIS hub

Posted on: January 14, 2022

Two new outdoor fitness courts opening in public parks

Posted on: January 4, 2022

Light the Night: Leave a porch light on this winter

Posted on: December 10, 2021

Contractor boring incident leads to sewage spill

Posted on: November 29, 2021

Short-term rental registration deadline approaching

Posted on: November 10, 2021

Lone Star Rally statistics

Posted on: November 8, 2021

Planning Commission recognizes island projects for annual design awards

Posted on: November 2, 2021

Sandhill Crane community meeting tomorrow night

Posted on: September 28, 2021

Information for beach-related work post Hurricane Nicholas

Posted on: September 28, 2021

Galveston Police Chief announces resignation for late October

Posted on: September 27, 2021

Work beginning tonight at Broadway, 18th Street

Posted on: September 27, 2021

Galveston’s rail trolley service beginning October 1

Posted on: September 23, 2021

Sign up for the Citizen's Police Academy

Posted on: September 23, 2021

City’s Animal Services Unit helps in study of local coyote population

Posted on: September 22, 2021

Ball High homecoming parade returning Wednesday

Posted on: September 21, 2021

Businesses: Were you affected by Hurricane Nick?

Posted on: September 21, 2021

Voters elect Sharon B. Lewis to represent District 1

Posted on: August 28, 2021

City accepting affidavits for master-planned communities

Posted on: August 20, 2021

Galveston City Council bans balloon releases due to environmental concerns

Posted on: August 20, 2021

Notice of city tax rate

Posted on: August 19, 2021

Public notice: Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report published

Posted on: August 17, 2021

Updated golf cart inspections list

Posted on: August 2, 2021

Rental assistance applications due by July 30

Posted on: July 19, 2021

Golf cart inspection provider list

Posted on: June 29, 2021

New golf cart regulations in effect

Posted on: June 25, 2021

City, TAMUG collaborate with coastal resources project

Posted on: June 23, 2021

Galveston celebrating Independence Day with parade and fireworks

Posted on: June 22, 2021

Free Covid-19 vaccines available July 9 at Wright Cuney

Posted on: June 21, 2021

Juneteenth to become a federal holiday

Posted on: June 17, 2021

City monitoring activity in the Gulf

Posted on: June 16, 2021

Flamingo Fest Golf Cart parade returning to Postoffice this Saturday

Posted on: June 8, 2021

Juneteenth recognized as official city holiday

Posted on: June 4, 2021

Tips for preventing catalytic converter theft

Posted on: June 3, 2021

Update on the 24" waterline project

Posted on: June 2, 2021

Hurricane preparedness fair scheduled for June 12

Posted on: June 1, 2021

City to begin enforcement towing trailers, boats parked on public streets

Posted on: May 28, 2021

Galveston summer band concert series returns Tuesday

Posted on: May 28, 2021

How to report water leaks to the City of Galveston

Posted on: May 28, 2021

Special election scheduled for August 28 for District 1 council position

Posted on: May 28, 2021

Galveston Launches Newest Beach Nourishment Projects

Posted on: May 27, 2021

Summer watering and conservation tips

Posted on: May 27, 2021

City seeking applications for transit operator

Posted on: May 26, 2021

Parks and recreation department hiring for various roles

Posted on: May 26, 2021

City requesting August special election for District 1 vacancy

Posted on: May 26, 2021

Memorial Day closure next Monday

Posted on: May 24, 2021

Trolley safety reminder

Posted on: May 21, 2021

Public hearing next week on CDBG, HOME program funding

Posted on: May 21, 2021

$179 million granted by GLO for disaster mitigation projects in Galveston County

Posted on: May 21, 2021

Weather update: Galveston under coastal flood advisory

Posted on: May 18, 2021

City launching new coyote sighting tool

Posted on: May 14, 2021

Regional flood planning group appoints City Manager as coastal representative

Posted on: May 13, 2021

City hosting hurricane preparedness fair June 12

Posted on: May 12, 2021

City preparing for possible influx of traffic for Jeep Weekend

Posted on: May 12, 2021

Harborside Drive closure on May 17

Posted on: May 7, 2021

City Manager's Report now online

Posted on: May 6, 2021

City accepting applications, interviewing for Galveston Park Board trustees

Posted on: May 4, 2021

City hosting Shred Day on May 8

Posted on: May 4, 2021

The Grand Kids Festival returns this weekend

Posted on: April 30, 2021

Rail trolleys testing now downtown

Posted on: April 29, 2021

GPD hosting Blood Drive

Posted on: April 22, 2021

Keep fats, oils and grease out of the sanitary sewer system

Posted on: April 21, 2021

FEMA offering assistance to residents applying for aid

Posted on: April 19, 2021

Free COVID-19 vaccines available Thursday in GALVESTON

Posted on: April 13, 2021

Reminder: Harborside closure April 12-30

Posted on: April 12, 2021

IRONMAN Texas Triathlon returns this weekend

Posted on: April 7, 2021

Help migrating birds by participating in Lights Out Texas

Posted on: April 7, 2021

City accepting comments for CDBG, HOME programs

Posted on: March 31, 2021

Rubber-wheel trolleys will begin Seawall, downtown routes Easter weekend

Posted on: March 30, 2021

Major 18th Street drainage project beginning Monday; work requires Harborside closure

Posted on: March 26, 2021

Parade honoring Mike Evans this Friday

Posted on: March 24, 2021
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Lasker Park Community Pool now accepting part-time lifeguard applications

Posted on: March 19, 2021

Look for pedestrian traffic and practice safety

Posted on: March 16, 2021

Spring break reminders for residents, visitors

Posted on: March 11, 2021

'Leave no trace' ordinance in effect

Posted on: March 11, 2021

Changes to COVID-19 regulations beginning today

Posted on: March 10, 2021

STR owners: Please inform guests of existing rules, regulations

Posted on: March 9, 2021

City to host recycling clean-up events April 10 – May 1

Posted on: March 8, 2021

Free household waste disposal this Saturday

Posted on: March 8, 2021

Power update

Posted on: March 5, 2021

City update regarding state COVID-19 policy

Posted on: March 4, 2021

Virtual hearing for I-45 expansion project

Posted on: March 4, 2021

Lasker Park Community Pool update

Posted on: March 3, 2021

Masks required on Island Transit

Posted on: March 3, 2021

Supply drive, distribution this Friday for residents affected by freeze

Posted on: March 2, 2021

City implementing utility billing changes to address freeze-related water leaks

Posted on: March 2, 2021

Seawall parking rate increase goes into effect March 10

Posted on: March 2, 2021

City accepting applications, interviewing for Galveston Park Board, Planning Commission

Posted on: March 1, 2021

Report freeze-related damage

Posted on: March 1, 2021
GPD Virtual CPA Poster FINAL v3

GPD is now accepting applications for 2021 Virtual Citizens Police Academy

Posted on: February 26, 2021

Mask order extended through March 2021

Posted on: February 25, 2021

Caring for freeze-damaged trees

Posted on: February 24, 2021
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SBA ready to assist Texas businesses and residents affected by the severe winter storms

Posted on: February 23, 2021
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Signed up for emergency alerts by phone or text

Posted on: February 22, 2021
Registered Plumbers

City facilities are operating during normal business hours.

Posted on: February 22, 2021

Please check on neighbors

Posted on: February 22, 2021
Beware of

Follow these common tips to avoid a potential plumber scammer in your area

Posted on: February 22, 2021

List of registered plumbers

Posted on: February 22, 2021

City offering assistance to turn back on water service at residents’ homes, businesses

Posted on: February 22, 2021

Water distribution site opening at Sea Isle

Posted on: February 22, 2021

Boil Water Notice Rescinded

Posted on: February 21, 2021

City water update, 1:30 p.m.

Posted on: February 20, 2021

FEMA assistance

Posted on: February 20, 2021

West End water pressure notice

Posted on: February 20, 2021

Water distribution update

Posted on: February 19, 2021
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Thursday Route Trash Services

Posted on: February 19, 2021

Water service priority notice

Posted on: February 19, 2021

Galveston waiving permit fees for freeze-related damage

Posted on: February 19, 2021

City's water system remains fragile, please conserve

Posted on: February 19, 2021

Water distribution site opens Friday morning

Posted on: February 18, 2021

City remains under boil water advisory

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Galveston Marathon is canceled due to ongoing winter storm

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Actualización de la ciudad de Galveston, 1 p.m.

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Actualización del agua de Galveston, 8 a.m.

Posted on: February 18, 2021

City providing public restrooms

Posted on: February 18, 2021

City of Galveston update, 1 p.m.

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Galveston water update, 8 a.m.

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Tuesday's trash route will be picked up Thursday

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Please check on your neighbors

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Please check on your neighbors

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Warming center at McGuire Dent Recreation Center opening tonight

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Water update, 4:30 p.m.

Posted on: February 17, 2021

City beginning water distribution for Galveston residents

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.: Power, water outage update

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Boil water advisory

Posted on: February 17, 2021

City issues boil water notice, enters Stage 5 water restrictions

Posted on: February 17, 2021

Emergency water update

Posted on: February 16, 2021

What to do if you experience water line breaks

Posted on: February 16, 2021

City operations resume Wednesday, McGuire Dent will be closed

Posted on: February 16, 2021

Mayor requesting immediate assistance from Governor's Office

Posted on: February 16, 2021

Power restoration occurring across the island

Posted on: February 16, 2021

Water supply notice

Posted on: February 16, 2021

Limited information available about power situation

Posted on: February 16, 2021

City opening a warming center at McGuire Dent Recreation Center

Posted on: February 15, 2021

City update: What we know about the power outage

Posted on: February 15, 2021

City postponing trash service, transit due to inclement weather

Posted on: February 13, 2021

City to operate normal services Monday and Tuesday

Posted on: February 12, 2021

Galveston Certified as Bird City Texas Community

Posted on: February 10, 2021

City reminding Mardi Gras revelers to be mindful of COVID-19 restrictions

Posted on: February 9, 2021

City accepting applications for the Texas Emergency Rental Assistance Program (TERAP)

Posted on: February 5, 2021

Closures this weekend on I-45

Posted on: February 5, 2021

Celebrate Mardi Gras with a House Float tour

Posted on: February 5, 2021

City extends COVID-19 emergency orders

Posted on: February 1, 2021

Remains recovered during search for missing TAMUG student

Posted on: January 29, 2021

City Manager provides update during Kiwanis meeting

Posted on: January 28, 2021

Information about vaccine waitlist

Posted on: January 28, 2021

Reminder: Public art grants due Feb 1

Posted on: January 26, 2021

Public hearing for CDBG-CV program

Posted on: January 25, 2021

How to report street light outages

Posted on: January 25, 2021

Vaccine registration closed

Posted on: January 25, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine information

Posted on: January 22, 2021

Registration for COVID-19 vaccine hub now closed

Posted on: January 22, 2021

City facilities reopening to public on a limited basis

Posted on: January 21, 2021

December City Manager's Report now online

Posted on: January 21, 2021

Applications open for short-term rental assistance program

Posted on: January 14, 2021

Residents invited to vote on the next official city flag

Posted on: January 14, 2021

Notice for short-term rental owners

Posted on: January 13, 2021

COVID-19 testing on January 15 at Fire Station 1

Posted on: January 12, 2021
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Galveston City Council proposes tax rate, sets public hearing for FY 21 budget

Posted on: August 18, 2020

Water line work beginning on Heards Lane

Posted on: April 13, 2020