City of San Marcos

🎉 🌟 Congratulations to the City of San Marcos Main Street Department for earning national accreditation for the 25th year in a row! Since 1986, they've preserved our historic downtown and planned for its vibrant future. “Our hopes for the future are helping more people achieve their dreams of opening a business,” said Downtown Manager Josie Falletta. “As well as continuing to be a place residents and visitors enjoy for decades.” Visit bit.ly/3LrdQbK to learn more about Main Street's achievement and their amazing impact on our community.

Join us for a public hearing at the San Marcos City Council meeting on Monday, August 5 at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 630 E. Hopkins St. The hearing will discuss the use of approximately $766,063 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for housing, social services, public facilities, infrastructure, and project selection for the 2024-2025 CDBG Action Plan. After the hearing, the City Council will vote on the final allocation of funds for these projects. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gdPFfWCx. To sign up for the Citizen Comment Period, please visit https://lnkd.in/gvPpqssT.

🛴💨 Effective July 1, 2024, a six-month pilot program enhanced the SPIN Electric Scooter service in San Marcos. The pilot program introduces an expanded service area to the east side of IH-35, with new deployment zones along Aquarena Springs Drive and Uhland Road. Also, the scooters are available for rent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering greater flexibility and convenience to residents and visitors of San Marcos. Visit sanmarcostx.gov/news for more details about the pilot program and to find out how to get money off your next trip.

📍 💼 🔎 The City of San Marcos Legacy Business Program is live! The City defines a Legacy Business as a locally-owned establishment that has been open for at least 20 years and serves as a historical and cultural asset to the community. Here in San Marcos, we understand how vital our small businesses are to our community. Business owners interested in applying or wanting additional information can visit https://lnkd.in/gvJ3FmTy

📢 San Marcos, your voice matters! Public Comment is now open until Tuesday, July 9. Last week, the City Council held a public hearing at City Hall to discuss the allocation of $766,063 in CDBG funding for various community projects. To learn more and submit your comments, visit https://lnkd.in/gdPFfWCx.

🇺🇸 The City of San Marcos offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no local or Interurban transit services on this day. All routes will resume normal operations on Friday, July 5. Garbage services will resume on regular schedule.

☁ ✨ 💡 We're excited to announce our upcoming Dream Sessions next month, where we will foster discussions around vital topics such as: 🔹 Navigating systems 🔹 Accessing resources 🔹 Indicators of closing the gaps 🔹 Authentic dialogue for a more inclusive and equitable community Our goal is to continue our work towards building a more inclusive and equitable community. In-Person Dream Sessions at the San Marcos Activity Center: 🗓 Thursday, July 11 at 1:30 p.m. | Room 3 (English) 🗓 Tuesday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. | Room 3 (Spanish) 🗓 Monday, July 22 at 6:00 p.m. | Room 2 (English) Virtual Dream Session on Zoom: 🗓 Wednesday, July 31 at 12:00 p.m. | Zoom (English) To learn more about our Dream Sessions and to RSVP, visit https://lnkd.in/g6XjutnM. Let's work together to create meaningful change in our community.

⚡ Meet Ethan Lewis, a 19-year-old Idaho native whose love for the outdoors and meaningful work led him to begin a new career in linework at SMTX Utilities. Visit sanmarcostx.gov/news to read more about Ethan's story.

🚴♂️ 🌟 Join Alex Vogt in celebrating Dump the Pump Day! 🌟 🚍 With a passion for sustainable commuting, Alex has dedicated his career to enhancing public transportation. From his beginnings at Texas State University to his current role as Transit Specialist for the City of San Marcos, Alex champions eco-friendly transit solutions. On June 20, 2024, let's reduce fuel emissions, lower stress, and save costs together! Take the bus, bike, or share a ride – let's make a positive change for our community and environment. Visit sanmarcostx.gov/news to read more about Alex's story.

It’s Budget season! 📊 Hear from our Budget Manager, Trisha Patek, and learn about the six phases of budget development for the City of San Marcos. Join us at the City Council’s next Work Session on Thursday, June 27, at 3 p.m. To participate in the Citizen Comment Period, visit https://lnkd.in/gvPpqssT for more information.