County News and Events

Court Approves Road Bond Refinancing

cwatson@wilco.org — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:18:00 GMT

Interest rates have fallen, and the Williamson County Commissioners Court is once again taking advantage of market conditions to refinance road bond debt at a lower interest rate. The Court authorized County Auditor David Flores to refinance $132 million in road bonds over the next twelve months. The County is anticipating a net interest rate of 2.45% for a savings of $9.4 million over the time of the debt.

Rock Out and Raise Funds for WCRAS

cwatson@wilco.org — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:24:00 GMT

Music fans and animal lovers will unite for two musical showcases to benefit the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. Critical Sun Recordings is heading from Seattle to South by Southwest 2012 and will be performing in Austin and Georgetown to raise funds for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. A $10 admission donation for these events will benefit the shelter.

Changes at Fleet Division

cwatson@wilco.org — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:04:00 GMT

Mike Fox, director of Williamson County Fleet Division, retired on January 31 after 18 years of service to Williamson County. Randy Rodgers, who has served as the assistant Fleet Manager for the past three years, has been appointed to serve as the interim division director of the Fleet Division in the Department of Infrastructure. Rick Bolton, a senior service technician in the Fleet Division, received certification to become an Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

County Opposes Emergency Listing of Salamander

cwatson@wilco.org — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:07:00 GMT

On January 31, the Williamson County Commissioners Court unanimously agreed to send a letter to US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) opposing efforts to declare an emergency to list the Jollyville Plateau salamander as an endangered species as requested by the Save Our Springs Alliance and the Center for Biological Diversity. These groups requested that the USFWS consider an emergency listing of the species as endangered due to the ongoing construction of the City of Austin’s Water Treatment Plant 4. Several known locations of the Jollyville Plateau salamander are located in the southwestern portion of Williamson County. An emergency listing would affect every location where the species is found.

Williamson County Under Fire Weather Watch on Sunday

cwatson@wilco.org — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:55:00 GMT

A Fire Weather Watch is in effect Sunday for Williamson County according to the National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Although Williamson County currently is not under a burn ban, outdoor burning is not recommended on Sunday due to these weather conditions. For updated weather warnings, visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/.

Registration Opens for WILCO Spring Softball Leagues

cwatson@wilco.org — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:31:00 GMT

Registration for spring softball leagues in Williamson County is currently open through January 30. League play begins on Monday, February 20, at the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park in Leander, and at the Cedar Park Athletic Complex fields.

Adopt Your Forever Companion at WCRAS Valentine Events

cwatson@wilco.org — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:21:00 GMT

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is planning a special Valentine’s “Pawty” and promotion for pet adoptions during the week of February 12 to 18.

Property Tax Deadline January 31

cwatson@wilco.org — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:11:00 GMT

The Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector’s office reminds property owners that Tuesday January 31st, 2012, is the state mandated deadline to pay 2011 property taxes.

WCCF Funds Study of Salamanders

cwatson@wilco.org — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:54:00 GMT

On January 11, the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) Board of Directors approved funding for enhanced studies of the Georgetown and Jollyville Plateau salamanders. Requests for Proposals to conduct research will be posted and evaluation of proposals and contract awards will be made soon. U.S. Fish and Wildlife (FWS) is considering listing these species as endangered under a August 2011 lawsuit agreement which included the salamanders in a list of 251 species nationwide.

Car Seat Safety Inspections Jan. 19

cwatson@wilco.org — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:02:00 GMT

Williamson County Emergency Medical Services will be conducting a car seat safety event by appointment for area residents on Thursday, January 19, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The safety seat check will take place at the Leander Central Fire Station located at 201 Brushy Street North. Children will need to be with a parent or other adult caregiver during the inspection.