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Posted on: November 10, 2020

City facilties closed for Veterans Day

City facilities will be closed in observation of Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11. Both recreation centers will be closed and Island Transit will operate a Saturday route (7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.) Trash services will run a day behind the usual schedule. Wednesday's route will be collected on Thursday, and Thursday's route will be picked up Friday.

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67th Street at Heard’s Lane to Victory Lane

Posted on: October 15, 2021

Upcoming events and weekend road closures

Posted on: October 12, 2021

Press Run, Galveston Island Brewing race returns this weekend

Posted on: October 6, 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

Deadline extended: Holiday artist tree program

Posted on: September 24, 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

Parks for Pollinators event gets underway this weekend

Posted on: September 21, 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

TXDOT, city partner on plan for landscape development along Broadway, Ferry Road

Posted on: August 17, 2021

Proposed FY 2022 budget now online

Posted on: August 10, 2021

Pop-up recycling events beginning August 14 and throughout fall

Posted on: August 3, 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
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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

City facilities closed to public; City will continue providing services online, by phone

Posted on: January 5, 2021

COVID-19 testing on January 6 at Fire Station 1

Posted on: December 31, 2020

City to offer curbside Christmas tree collection

Posted on: December 31, 2020

Apply online for residential parking permits

Posted on: December 29, 2020

City services schedule for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

Posted on: December 22, 2020

New COVID-19-related restrictions in effect per governor’s order

Posted on: December 22, 2020

Voters decide Galveston City Council positons

Posted on: December 16, 2020

Texas Supreme Court grants City’s request for oral argument

Posted on: December 14, 2020

Free drive-thru COVID-19 testing on Friday, Dec. 18

Posted on: December 8, 2020

McGuire Dent Recreation Center closed Thursday afternoon

Posted on: December 3, 2020

Early voting begins for December 15 runoff election

Posted on: December 3, 2020

Scholes International Airport publishes draft master plan

Posted on: November 19, 2020

IRONMAN Texas Triathlon returns this weekend with pandemic precautions

Posted on: November 18, 2020

City Council adopts temporary tax exemption for TS Beta

Posted on: November 12, 2020

Lane closures on Broadway

Posted on: November 6, 2020

Free, walk-up COVID-19 testing available Thursday in Galveston

Posted on: November 6, 2020

Voters elect City Council positions, some races head to runoffs

Posted on: November 4, 2020

Galveston election information

Posted on: November 4, 2020

Planning Commission recognizes island projects for second annual design awards

Posted on: November 3, 2020

Utility department/Xfinity opens to public with coronavirus precautions

Posted on: November 2, 2020

Water services restored on 61st Street after water line break

Posted on: October 29, 2020

City to host ‘Drive-Thru Boo!’ trick-or-treating event this Friday

Posted on: October 29, 2020

City accepting applications for public art grants

Posted on: October 27, 2020

City monitoring temporary bypass sewer line during water line construction

Posted on: October 26, 2020

Road closures during formerly-scheduled Lone Star Rally

Posted on: October 23, 2020
Drug Take Back Flyer

GALVESTON POLICE DEPARTMENT HOSTING ANNUAL DRUG TAKE BACK

Posted on: October 22, 2020

GPD publishes draft policy manual, invites community feedback

Posted on: October 9, 2020

City accepting applications for Planning Commission

Posted on: October 7, 2020

City of Galveston under Tropical Storm Watch

Posted on: October 7, 2020

GFD to promote kitchen fire safety

Posted on: September 25, 2020

Understand your flood hazards and what to do

Posted on: September 24, 2020

Urgent: Census deadline is fast approaching

Posted on: September 24, 2020

Online billing payment system down for routine maintenance

Posted on: September 10, 2020

Debris clean up underway this weekend

Posted on: August 28, 2020

Boddeker Road closed for clean up

Posted on: August 28, 2020

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

Posted on: August 25, 2020
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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