City News

Most City of College Station offices and facilities will be closed Monday for Labor Day. Solid waste and recycling collections will operate on schedule, and Adamson Lagoon is open from noon-6 p.m.

In this week's special episode of "What's Up, College Station?," Economic Development and Tourism Marketing Coordinator JohnConner Haverkamp discusses the impact of Aggie football game days, offers tips for visitors to the Heart of Aggieland, and describes the rigors of training with the Power Rangers.

Navigating alternative transportation in our community is easy thanks to the Brazos Valley Council of Governments' 2025 Transportation Resource Guide. It offers a comprehensive look at funding sources, planning efforts, and options such as buses, shuttles, taxi services, and app-based transportation services.

Are you looking for ways to relax, recharge, and connect with nature? The City of College Station’s Gary Halter Nature Center offers a variety of free classes, from family yoga and meditation to holistic health sessions and guided forest walks.

In this week's special episode of "What's Up, College Station?," Director of Fiscal Services Mary Ellen Leonard discusses the City’s budget processes and priorities, factors impacting the proposed property tax rate, and why the Texas Comptroller says College Station is a trailblazer in financial transparency.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Aug. 14. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19.

College Station Parks and Recreation is gearing up for a full slate of fall and winter programs for first-time athletes, seasoned players, and fans who prefer to watch. Programs are open to all skill levels, and you don’t have to live in College Station to register.

With August being National Traffic Safety Month and school starting this week, we encourage College Station residents and visitors to stay alert, informed, and responsible while navigating our city streets. Here are 10 reminders to help you make our community safer when on the road.

The College Station City Council meets at City Hall after 6 p.m. on Thursday. The meeting will be streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19.

The College Station City Council considered new property tax rate calculations at a special meeting on Tuesday after receiving lower valuations than expected from the Brazos Central Appraisal District. The valuations resulted from high litigation settlements.

The College Station City Council will have a special meeting about the City’s proposed FY 26 budget, tax rate, and capital improvement plan on Tuesday at 4 p.m. at City Hall.

In this week's special episode of "What's Up, College Station?," College Station Utilities Energy Programs Advisor Ethan Falcon discusses the best ways to trim your electric bills, including properly maintaining your AC, requesting a free energy audit, and taking advantage of CSU’s rebates for LED lighting, thermostats, and efficient air conditioners.

The Parks and Recreation Department invites you to explore the latest Recreation Connection, which is packed with programs and events for all ages and interests. The guide offers something for everyone, including youth sports, teen activities, adult programs, senior socials, and family-friendly fun.

Our recent citizen survey revealed what most of us already knew – College Station is a clean, safe, well-run City that stacks up well against our state and national peers. City leaders also acknowledge that we have many areas that need improvement, making that feedback even more valuable than the feel-good stuff.

Glenn Gavit has been named the director of the City of College Station’s electric utility, City Manager Bryan Woods said Friday. Gavit has served as interim director since Timothy Crabb retired in May. Gavit joined College Station Utilities as the electric substation and metering superintendent in 2019 and was elevated to assistant director in 2020. He was promoted to deputy director in 2024.