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Governor's Order Mandates Masks; Mayor's Orders Still Stand in Taylor

On Thursday, July 2, Governor Gregg Abbott issued an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions. The governor also issued a...

City of Taylor Mayor Signs Mask Order for Businesses

Taylor, Other Wilco Cities Enact Orders in Response to Rising COVID-19 Case Counts  

TAYLOR, TX—In response to the rapidly rising COVID-19 case count in Williamson County, the mayors in the cities of Taylor, Hutto, Round Rock, G...

UPDATED: City to Cancel 4th of July Events, Prohibit Large Gatherings Until Further Notice

UPDATED:

Any planned gatherings in public spaces with fewer than 100 people will need to include safety measures approved by the CDC, including the wearing of masks and social distancing. The submission of a written safety plan is no longer required.

Parks ...

GRANT WRITING AND ADMINISTRATION SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE

GRANT WRITING AND ADMINISTRATION SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Taylor is soliciting proposals for consultant/management services for grant writing services for the preparation of GLO CDBG-MIT 2015 and 2016 Floods, Hurricane Harvey and Method of Distri...

City of Taylor to Keep Parks Facilities Closed Due to Increase in COVID-19 Cases

Large Gatherings Discouraged Until County Sees a 14-day Decline in Cases

TAYLOR, TEXAS –After consulting with the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) about a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in the county, City of Taylor ...

City of Taylor Assists Businesses and Residents with Economic Recovery Efforts

TAYLOR, Texas – As residents and business owners across the United States struggle with the economic ramifications from the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Taylor has offered numerous resources to assist with the ongoing local economic r...

Taylor Public Library to Open for Grab and Go Services

TAYLOR, Texas – On Monday, June 15, the Taylor Public Library will open with limited hours and services for grab and go service.

The Library will be open:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Th...

United Way of Williamson County Offering Drop-Off Tax Preparation

The United Way of Williamson County is offering drop-off and pick-up services only for free tax preparation. IRS-certified preparers provide free tax help for households earning $55,000 or less annual and for senior citizens. No appointment is needed.

Drop...

Census Bureau to Resume 2020 Census Field Operations in Some Central Texas Counties

May 22, 2020 — The U.S. Census Bureau, in coordination with Federal, State and local health officials, will begin a phased restart of some 2020 Census field operations in select geographic areas this week, including parts of Central Texas.&n...

Taylor City Council Approves Ordinance Temporarily Suspending Portions of Ordinance NO. 2018-09

TAYLOR, Texas – On Wednesday, May 20, during a special called Council meeting, Taylor City Council voted to temporarily suspend portions of Ordinance No. 2018-09 to allow possession of an open container or consumption of an alcoholic beverage in...

City of Taylor Seeking Input from Residents for Drainage Master Plan

The City of Taylor has a history of flooding and erosion concerns due to inadequate drainage and increased urbanization. The City has contracted Halff Associates to prepare a Drainage Master Plan that will identify projects to more effectively address dra...

Taylor Police Still Seeking Information in 2004 Katara Johnson Murder

TAYLOR, Texas – The Taylor Police Department is still seeking assistance from the public in solving the August 26, 2004 murder of Katara Johnson.As the 15th anniversary of the murder approaches, Taylor Police Chief Henry Fluck stated, "We s...