Officers and medics provided immediate emergency care to the occupants at the scene. At this time, speed is expected to be a factor in the crash as well as a blown tire. Read on...
On Saturday, May 23 at 10 a.m., the San Marcos Discovery Center is opening its brand-new online store to the public and offering curbside plant pickup. Read on...
The San Marcos City Council is seeking comments on proposed programs and projects to be added to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)... Read on...
On Friday, May 22, the Hays Co Task Force responsible for testing County nursing facilities will complete testing for all residents and employees across six facilities... Read on...
The suspect in a fatal hit and run accident in February turned himself in to authorities over the weekend after SMPD obtained a warrant for his arrest. Read on...
“We are thrilled to accept this award and put it to good use continuing to offer a safe and compassionate space for local animals during this crisis,” Read on...
The City of San Marcos recently installed artist-designed banners throughout downtown as part of a placemaking initiative led by the Main Street Program. Read on...
At 8:53 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, a San Marcos Police Officer suffered a medical issue while driving and crashed into a gas main and nearby manufacturing building.. Read on...
Starting this Friday, May 22, the City of San Marcos will reopen riverfront parks to active recreation seven days a week. Park visitors are expected to use caution... Read on...
San Marcos residents can now divert leaves and grass clippings from the landfill by donating it to compost, with a convenient drop-off location open through June 12. Read on...
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of San Marcos and local stakeholders will commemorate Memorial Day virtually with a video ceremony. Read on...
City of San Marcos staff working in municipal offices and virtually will observe a holiday on Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. Texas Disposal Systems will... Read on...
The San Marcos City Council will hold two Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) virtual public hearings at their regular meeting on Tues., May 19, at 6 p.m. Read on...
The San Marcos Police Department is hosting an entrance exam for certified applicants on Saturday, June 6 that includes a potential $3,000 hiring incentive... Read on...
The Texas Rangers have positively identified Jose Alfredo Perez DeLaCruz (DOB 01/13/1974) as the person who shot and killed Officer Justin Putnam and wounded... Read on...
San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter is celebrating the highest live-release month in its history with a 98.2% live-release outcome reported for the month of April. Read on...
The City of San Marcos Planning and Development Services Department is seeking community input on downtown design through an online Kickoff Survey. Read on...
With the Hopkins Street improvements project moving into the construction phase, the City and CARTS are preparing public transit service detours to start as early as... Read on...
The City adopted a temporary parklet program in downtown San Marcos, allowing businesses to temporarily convert on-street parking spots into outdoor seating. Read on...
The City is accepting qualified applications from for-profit entities, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and City departments for funding through... Read on...
Bids and proposals submitted to the City of San Marcos and contracts entered by the City of San Marcos must acknowledge their business does not discriminate.. Read on...
The San Marcos City Council seeks comments on proposed amendments to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan incorporating the new $425,261 Community Development... Read on...
In honor of the second anniversary of the reopening of the remodeled, inclusive Children’s Park Playscape, the City of San Marcos is inviting community members... Read on...
The City of San Marcos brush drop off and community cleanup for residential garbage customers will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 and... Read on...
Testing will also be increased across the state in order to monitor public health as some restrictions are lifted. A helpful FAQ related to Executive Order (GA 18) is... Read on...
The City of San Marcos continues to conduct inspections utilizing personal protective equipment and offering video inspections for applicable projects. Read on...
This Sunday, April 26, Tacos Flor Taco Stand at 15091 TX-123 HWY 123, is hosting a fundraiser for San Marcos Police Officer Paul Beller who was struck by a car... Read on...
Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on April 25, Texans may purchase qualifying items online or in-person during the 2020 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday. Read on...
The City of San Marcos and Hays County continue to update and add new features to the informational dashboard that was jointly launched in March.... Read on...
?Donation funds have been set up for the officers and their families, as well as for fallen Officer Putnam. Online donations can be made at... Read on...
The public is encouraged to pay respects to City of San Marcos Police Department hero Justin Putnam today as he is transported to Thomason Funeral Home... Read on...
San Marcos Interim Police Chief Bob Officer Justin PutnamKlett provided additional details about the fatal shooting incident at Twin Lake Villas Apartments... Read on...
A man fatally shot a City of San Marcos police officer and wounded two others this evening at Twin Lake Villas Apartments. Police report that the suspect is deceased... Read on...
This week’s featured pets from the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter are Macy, a 5-year-old sweetheart, and Reggie, an 8-month-old cuddle bug. Learn more about both or any of our adorable adoptables. Read on...
The Texas Department of Transportation will close a section of Hopkins Street between Cheatham Street and Thorpe Lane on Tuesday, April 21 from 8 a.m. to... Read on...
On April 14, at 4:26 p.m., SMPD was dispatched to a major traffic collision involving a single vehicle that had rolled, ejecting a passenger, on the West Access of IH-35... Read on...
The San Marcos Regional Airport will receive $157,000 in disaster relief funds administered by the FAA to support continuing airport operations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on...
A remembrance garden planted by the Keep San Marcos Beautiful program, with help from the Texas State Bobcat Track Team, is blooming at the Centex Wing... Read on...
The creative and quick implementation of two highly successful programs through the San Marcos Public Library and Parks and Recreation Department is likely to influence future work as the City seeks to implement “best practices” across their programming. Read on...
To continue to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Easter weekend, the City of San Marcos will close ALL parks, playscapes, natural areas, open spaces, and trails from 11 p.m., Friday, April 10, until early Monday morning, April 13. Read on...
The City’s transit system “The Bus” is currently operating from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Beginning Monday, April 13, “The Bus” will adjust operating hours to 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read on...
With the public being asked to “Stay Home to Save Lives” and stop the spread of the COVID-19, the City of San Marcos Municipal Court will incorporate new tools... Read on...
City of San Marcos will receive $6,429,168 in disaster relief funds for public transit expenses from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and $425,281 in... Read on...
Keep San Marcos Beautiful was recognized for educational outreach efforts made on behalf of the Resource Recovery program, litter cleanups and sustainability... Read on...
Our need remains great to find immediate fosters and adopters for our shelter pets. Adoptions and fosters can be done remotely as our shelter is currently closed to the public. Read on...
With the public being asked to “Stay Home to Save Lives” and stop the spread of the coronavirus, City of San Marcos officials are offering new ways to “attend” public meetings and offer comments virtually. Read on...
San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson issued a Public Health Advisory, “Stay Home to Save Lives”, continuing to urge the public to remain at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Read on...
On Tuesday, March 31 at approximately 9 p.m., the San Marcos Police Department responded to a call for an unconscious driver in a vehicle that was stopped at... Read on...
A new online dashboard on the City of San Marcos and Hays County websites provides the public with a current count and other statistics related to COVID-19 cases in Hays County in near real-time. Read on...
City of San Marcos wastewater collection system employees have a message for San Marcos residents about flushing wipes down the toilet: please don’t. Read on...
Pets of the Week! Our need remains great to find immediate fosters and adopters for our shelter pets. We are currently offering a “Pay What you Want” promotion for adoptions, which can be done remotely as our shelter is currently closed to the public. Read on...
San Marcos continues to mobilize and collaborate in an effort to offer critical services to help our community manage the economic disruption and services crisis. Read on...
The City will accept applications for CDBG project and program funding from March 27 through May 1, 2020. Seventy percent of the funds must be designated for.... Read on...
In response to challenges presented by the recent events surrounding COVID-19, the WIC program has instituted new procedures to help safely serve clients... Read on...
To help stop the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Hays County residents will be under a Stay at Home, Work Safe Order effective March 26 at 11 p.m. and continuing until 4 a.m. on April 10, 2020. Read on...
In an effort to protect public health and to discourage social gathering, the City of San Marcos is closing all river front parks effective today, March 24, at 11 p.m. Read on...
The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter continues its urgent plea for assistance from individuals, volunteers or organizations to foster, rescue or adopt animals... Read on...
In an effort to encourage social distancing and discourage social gathering, the City of San Marcos is closing the Children’s Park Playscape, City Park Playscape, all neighborhood park playscapes, Dog Park, and Skate Park, effective March 23 at 11 p.m. Read on...
To address a rising tide of questions and concerns about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Hays County Local Health Department, in conjunction with the City of San Marcos, has established a call center for Hays County residents. Read on...
In order to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), the City of San Marcos is closing public-facing counters and most public facilities to entry from the public beginning Fri., March 20, 2020. Read on...
San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson signed a new Order prohibiting public or private community gatherings of 10 persons. The new Order limits occupancy in common dining areas at food establishments, and affects bar operations, until April 1, 2020. Read on...
Following today’s announcement of the first presumptive positive local COVID-19 case, the City and County will be holding a joint press conference on Sun., Mar. 15 Read on...
The City of San Marcos continues to coordinate with regional government agencies to be proactive and prepared for the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Read on...
Our 'Pets of the Week' are Jamie and Madison, both of whom are ready to find their forever homes. Check out these two beauties or any of our adorable adoptable pets! Read on...
With the March 9 resignation of City Council Member Joca Marquez, Place 5, the City of San Marcos is holding a Special Election in conjunction with the upcoming May elections for local school boards. Read on...
"Because I Count" Census Art Contest, The Art of Zentangle, Long-Term Care Planning, and much more this week at the San Marcos Public Library! Read on...
The City of San Marcos Main Street Program recognized several downtown businesses, partners and volunteers at its fifth annual Love Downtown Awards on... Read on...
San Marcos Police officers arrested two suspects in the early morning hours of March 6 when they were found in a reported stolen vehicle parked at the Raceway on Highway 80 at approximately 2:14 a.m. SMPD recovered a loaded handgun, various ammunition... Read on...
On Monday, March 9, San Marcos City Council Member, Dr. Joca Marquez tendered her written resignation to the City Clerk’s office. Dr. Marquez has held the Place 5 seat since December 2018. Read on...
Park patrons will see construction along the San Marcos River as contractors begin excavation to construct a below-grade crossing at Cheatham Street. Read on...
The City of San Marcos is accepting comments on updates to the Stormwater Technical Manual through March 31. The changes reflect new data released by NOAA. Read on...
This week the City of San Marcos announced the selection of Greg Carr as the new Director of Neighborhood Enhancement. He will join the City team on March 23. Read on...
Carlie and Pepe are our "Pets of the Week" from the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter and are awaiting their new forever homes. Check out these two or... Read on...
The City of San Marcos in coordination with Hays County, Texas State University, Congressman Lloyd Doggett’s office and other local, regional and state agencies met to coordinate and discuss efforts underway to address Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Read on...
The City of San Marcos , with the assistance of SMCISD, is holding the fifth annual Miss Beautiful SMTX and You(th) Can Do It! pageants on Friday, Apr. 24 from... Read on...
The City of San Marcos is seeking comments on the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan draft, which is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban... Read on...
San Marcos Police are searching for the driver in a weekend hit and run incident that resulted in the death of a San Antonio man. On Saturday, Feb. 29 at 1:27 a.m., a caller to 9-1-1 reported seeing a man lying on the edge of the roadway... Read on...
Because of the construction of the Shared Use Pathway Project, the city had to realign parking spaces at Rio Vista Park to ensure the protection of an identified archeological area... Read on...
The City of San Marcos is hosting a free nature and conservation workshop series from Mar. 14 to May 9 at the San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive. Read on...
The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department will host the first Party in Your Park of the year on Friday, Mar. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at El Camino Real Park. Read on...
This sweet five-year-old girl is still a puppy at heart. Roxanne is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix who has lots of energy and loves to run. Read on...
The fifth and final victim of the deadly fire at Iconic Village and Vintage Pads apartments has been identified by the Travis County Medical Examiner’s... Read on...
With storm season in full swing, the City of San Marcos is reminding residents that in an emergency they can send text messages to 9-1-1 in the Central Texas area. Read on...
The San Marcos City Council approved Code SMTX, a new 434-page development code that aligns with the City’s comprehensive plan and will guide how... Read on...
