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FY2016 Annual Budget
OVERVIEW
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FY2016 Annual Budget
OVERVIEW
Transmittal Letter ........................................ 9
Community Profile ..................................... 15
Georgetown: Then and Now ..................... 18
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FY2016 Annual Budget
October 1, 2015
To the Honorable Mayor Ross, Members of the City Council, and Citizens of Georgetown:
We are pleased to present the City of Georgetown Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2016. The Annual Budget outlines
the programs and services provided to our citizens during this fiscal year. The document details the City’s plans
relating to development, capital improvement, and enhancement in service levels. Furthermore, the Annual Budget
process builds upon the foundation for enhancing the City’s vision for the future, as outlined within the
Georgetown 2030 Plan.
FY2015 YEAR IN REVIEW
Economic Activity & Growth
Over the past 24 months, the Austin MSA has been one of the more robust and healthy economies in the nation.
Many cities in the region have seen tremendous growth in property values, single family housing permits, sales tax
revenue, and population. Georgetown is no exception.
Over the past year, Georgetown’s total assessed value has grown by nearly $600 million, which represents an
increase of over 10% from last year. This year’s increase marks the 2nd year in a row in which the City has seen a
double digit percentage increase in total assessed value. The average home value in the City has risen to $234,785.
This represents an increase of 11.5% relative to last year. Permits for single family residential housing totaled over
1,300 in 2015, which continues a three year growth trend.
US Census data showed Georgetown was the second fastest growing city in America in 2015, with a population
over 50,000. On average, over 11 people a day moved to the City to make Georgetown their home. This level of
growth is unseen before in this city and makes this an exciting time to live in Georgetown.
However, with the growth comes the reality of increased demands for fundamental City services like public safety,
transportation, and utilities. Throughout the budget process, it was our goal to help mitigate the impact growth has
on service demands through sound financial investments in key service areas and infrastructure.
Council Focus Areas: Accomplishments in FY2015
Transportation: In May of 2015, voters approved a $105 million
Transportation Bond. The successful bond election will provide
the City the capital to invest in key transportation projects over
the next decade.
Council formed a bond committee, and approved a bond
package which seeks to address the following eight
transportation issues:
Reduce traffic on Williams Dr. and improve circulation
in the gateway area.
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Reduce traffic on SH 29.
Repair sidewalk ADA and safety issues.
Reduce congestion and improve traffic flow on Leander Rd.
Improve intersection management.
Improve accessibility to GISD facilities from Austin Ave. and FM 971.
Improve safety and access from SH 29 to Sam Houston Ave.
Improve capacity and safety of eastern SH 29.
The 2015 bond referendum passed on May 9 with 75% approval. Included with the bond package is a contract with
the voters that provides guidelines for the maximum property tax impact resulting from bond debt in a given year.
The contracts clarifies that property tax rate increases related to these bonds will not exceed two-cents annually, or
exceed ten-cents cumulatively. The FY2016 budget includes the first $10 million tranche to build the Southwest
Bypass, a north – south corridor designed to address mobility concerns and ensure connectivity.
Public Safety: The City opened the Public Safety Operations and
Training Center in FY2015. The 76,000 square foot building is
home to the Police Department, Fire Administration, Emergency
Dispatch, and the City’s Emergency Operations Center. The
campus features a first rate training center with movable
partitions and observation catwalks, an outdoor classroom, and
a slow-speed driving track. It is expected the facility will be able
to serve the current needs and future of public safety.
Investments in Public Safety also included the expansion of the
Emergency Medical Service (EMS) program. Through a mid-year
budget amendment, the City Council approved the purchase of
two additional ambulances and the hiring of a six additional
firefighter/paramedics.
Beginning on Oct. 1, 2015, the City of Georgetown Fire Department will be both the first responder to emergency
calls, as well as transporter of the injured to hospital facilities. Currently, over 75% of the emergency calls
responded to by the Fire Department are medical emergencies. This move to expand the EMS program will allow
the Fire Department to operate more efficiently and ensure that advanced care is only minutes away. Moving
forward, the department plans to staff both fire engines and ambulances with Paramedics and Emergency Medical
Technicians that are cross-trained as firefighters to better deliver a high level of service for our community.
Utilities: The merger between the City and the Chisolm Trail Special Utility District (CTSUD) was completed in in
FY2015. The consolidation with CTSUD, now branded as the City’s “Western District,” ensures a clean, reliable
water supply for one of the City’s strongest growth corridors.
Additionally in FY2015, the City finalized a solar electric deal with SunEdison and saw the Spinning Spur Three wind
farm come online. The solar project is expected to be operational by Jan. 1, 2017. With all of the purchased power
contracts in place, the City of Georgetown is poised to be only the second municipally owned utility to be 100%
green by 2017 and the first to do so using zero emissions. The investments in these purchased power contracts
ensure the City can provide our growing community with sustainable, renewable, and cost effective energy for
decades to come.
Council and Staff at the opening of the
Public Safety Operations and Training Center.
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Economic Development: In FY2015, the City of Georgetown
continued to target Data Centers, the Life Sciences, and Clean
Manufacturing as potential economic development prospects.
The department also expanded its efforts related to existing
business retention and expansion.
In 2015, the Summit at Rivery, a 222-room Sheraton Hotel and
Conference Center, broke ground, and is scheduled to be
completed in the summer of 2016. Texas Outdoor Power
Equipment constructed a 60,000 square-foot speculative
building by the Georgetown Airport, and Inner Visions built
another 60,000 square-foot speculative building in south
Georgetown. The groundwork was laid for new development in
the South Georgetown TIRZ, with potentially 1,000,000 square-
feet of Class A office space to be constructed over the next several years. In the northern gateway, the City is
working with developers interested in constructing a retail center east of the Airport and along Interstate 35.
Signature Destination: The City of Georgetown works continuously to develop itself as a signature destination in an
effort to make our home a special place to live with a high-quality of life. In FY2015, the Parks Department
completed the Master Plan for San Gabriel Park, constructed a new splash pad in San Jose Park, replaced the
Creative Playscape, and developed an operations and maintenance plan for Garey Park. Capital improvements for
the historic downtown included rehabilitating 8th and 9th
Streets, a new 140 space parking lot, and a comprehensive
downtown parking study, with recommendations to ensure the
Square remains an effective and relevant economic touchstone
in Georgetown. Downtown Georgetown was recognized for
having the Best Marketing Campaign and Best Public
Improvement by the Texas Downtown Association for the Most
Beautiful Town Square in Texas campaign and the completion of
the Georgetown Art Center. Finally, the Public Communications
department completed a redesign of the City’s website, and
received an award from Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) for the 1st annual Popular Annual Financial
Report.
FY2016 BUDGET OVERVIEW
The $282 million FY2016 Annual Budget capitalizes on the expanding local economy and the successful efforts of
the FY2015 goals and projects. This budget addresses Council’s Strategic Goals as well as the needs of a rapidly
growing community. Increased expenditures for FY2016 are driven by new capital improvements, public safety,
debt service, and the Georgetown Utility System (G.U.S.), including bring water and wastewater operations in-
house. It is important to note that the general fund only grew by 2.52% over last year, which is less than the
percentage increase of population growth plus inflation.
Tax Rate Impact
The budget is based on an approved tax rate of $0.434 per $100 dollars of valuation which is the same rate as
FY2015. High property values allow the City to deliver in this fiscal year enhancements to programs and services,
investments in capital improvements, and additions to personnel and employee compensation and benefits
Construction continues that the Rivery Hotel
and Convention Center.
San Gabriel Park trail.
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without raising the tax rate. The tax rate for the City of Georgetown remains the 2nd lowest in the greater Austin
MSA.
Utility Rates: The FY2016 budget includes no changes in water, sewer, electric, or sanitation rates. Impact fees
were reviewed in 2015 and the increased impact fees for new development will be effective in October of 2015.
The stormwater drainage fee will also increase by $1.25 per month to fund Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4) mandates. The permit was approved by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as an alternative to listing
the Georgetown Salamander on the endangered species list.
Service Level Enhancements
General Fund: In FY2016, the City’s General Fund has several
one-time expenses including funding for City Council goal setting
sessions, the completion of the historic resource survey, and a
new Parks and Recreation software. Additionally, this year’s
budget will include one-time funding for a citizen satisfaction
survey, an Animal Shelter Master Plan, and a corridor study for
Williams Drive.
New on-going obligations for the General Fund include two
combination inspectors. With the growth the City is
experiencing, these inspectors are needed to ensure new
developments meet the standards set forth in the unified development code (UDC). New personnel costs also
include two part-time ballfield maintenance techs in parks and a mid-year hire of a cataloging librarian. These
additional personnel costs are a direct response to increased usage and desire to continue a high level of service in
both Parks and the Library.
The City will add two positions in public safety, an Emergency Management Coordinator and a School Resource
Officer. The Emergency Management Coordinator position is scheduled to be a mid-year hire and will focus on
developing and implementing strategies and goals relating to the City’s Emergency Operations Center (E.O.C.). The
School Resource Officer costs are shared in a 50/50 partnership between the City and Georgetown Independent
School District.
Electric Fund: The Electric fund has several one-time
improvements in FY2016 including a new customer billing and
information system and the replacement of the Emergency Radio
System. Additionally, for the first time, the Electric Fund will be
sponsoring the City’s annual Downtown Holiday Lights.
On-going expenditures include a new Electric Operations
Maintenance Crew, three new employees in System Control and
an Electric Service Planner/Scheduler.
Water Services Fund: One-time improvements in the Water Services fund include meter audits in the Western
District and implementation of SharePoint software to assist in operational efficiency and reporting. On-going
services include bringing water and wastewater plant operations in-house. It is anticipated this move will result in a
$5 million savings over 5-years.
Downtown Georgetown during the holidays.
City Manager and City Council showing their
support for the Shop Small campaign.
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Internal Service Funds: The City has established internal service funds to fund needs related to facilities, vehicles,
and information technology (IT). The enhancements for FY2016 included leasing a vertical lift for building
maintenance, resources to relocate the planning department, transitional response vehicle (TRV) maintenance
funds, as well as security and technology upgrades for IT. Additionally, the City will be adding a new mechanic to
service Western District vehicles and TRVs. As a result of the Western District merger, the City increased our fleet
by 12 trucks, 8 trailers, 2 backhoes, and 1 tractor.
Enterprise, Joint Service, and Special Revenue Funds: Several other funds will see service enhancements in FY2016.
These include adding a customer service representative in the Joint Service Fund, two positions in System Engineer
to support asset management and inspections, and two part-time positions in the City’s Visitors Center. The
Visitor’s Center will also expand its advertising efforts, purchase a new vehicle, and fund special event shuttle
service in conjunction with the Sheraton Conference Center. The Airport fund will see funds allocated for pavement
condition management and foreign object removal equipment. Finally, the street maintenance fund, which is
funded by a ¼ cent sales tax approved by the voters, will expend accumulated fund balance in FY2016 on various
maintenance projects.
Capital Improvement Projects: The FY2016 budget includes $20 million to implement the first phase of the
Transportation Bond. Bond proceeds will fund the construction of the Southwest Bypass from Leander Road to
Wolf Ranch Parkway, as well as the repair and replacement of
sidewalks within the pedestrian network.
Parks capital improvements include $2.7 million for Phase 1 of
the San Gabriel redesign, as well as $3.0 million for Garey Park.
Both of these projects are voter approved bond funded projects.
Capital Improvement dollars will also fund the City’s American’s
with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan. Over half a million
dollars is programmed in the FY2016 Budget to address ADA
compliance. The budget also funds design work for the Austin
Avenue Bridges and the construction of the Downtown West
Project.
Utility capital improvements include $1.8 million in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
improvements for the electric department, $2.5 million in water pump station improvements in the Western
District, and $5.5 million for wastewater interceptors at Berry Creek and Pecan Branch.
Employee Compensation and Benefits: The FY2016 budget
includes a compensation and benefits package that will allow
the City to recruit and retain quality employees. This budget
funds police and fire steps pay increases, as well as an average
2% merit pool increase for non-civil service employees. The
merit program is the primary mechanism to implement salary
increases.
The FY2016 Budget also funds salary market adjustment
increases. As part of their FY2015 work plan, the Human
Resources Department completed a comprehensive salary
A view from Garey Park.
City of Georgetown Annual Health Fair
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comparison analysis. The analysis compared employee salaries with corresponding employee salaries of our 12
benchmark cities. The City Council approved funding to increase the salary for jobs wherein the current pay scale
was determined to be behind the market of the comparison cities.
CONCLUSION
The FY2016 budget strives to maintain the City’s commitment to sound financial management, and works to
manage increased demands for City services. As the central Texas region continues to grow, it is paramount that
Georgetown positions itself for sustainable, quality growth by adopting and executing carefully planned annual
budgets. Through the thoughtful efforts of staff and with the endorsement of the City Council, this document
builds upon the solid foundation already established in Georgetown, and works to execute the City’s vision for the
future as articulated in the 2030 Plan.
ALL FUNDS SUMMARY
Fund
FY2015
Ending
Fund Balance
FY2016
Revenues
FY2016
Expenses
Contingency
Amounts
Other
Reservations
FY2016
Ending
Available FB
General Fund 9,264,307 52,562,323 53,732,443 7,925,000 169,187
Special Revenue Funds - TOTAL 3,708,225 8,525,462 9,932,236 200,000 2,101,451 -
General Capital Projects Fund 5,689,710 34,562,000 37,436,549 2,815,161 -
General Debt Service Fund 1,493,107 12,854,559 12,810,464 1,537,202
Electric Fund 8,231,940 66,699,775 65,134,252 4,775,000 5,000,000 22,463
Water Services Fund 34,385,214 48,461,160 61,834,274 9,180,000 10,500,000 1,332,100
Stormwater Drainage Fund 1,013,361 3,731,620 3,975,461 250,000 500,000 19,520
Airport Fund 748,167 3,625,950 4,388,269 (14,152)
Internal Service Funds:
Fleet ISF 1,007,770 4,759,144 4,491,878 1,275,036
Facilities ISF 507,960 3,220,867 3,317,274 411,553
Technology ISF 243,397 5,221,223 5,261,377 203,243
Joint Services ISF 804,116 14,670,514 14,944,887 529,743
Self-Insurance ISF 756,904 5,354,500 5,555,760 555,644
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 67,854,178 264,249,097 282,815,124 22,330,000 20,916,612 6,041,539
Sincerely,
David Morgan Laurie Brewer
City Manager Assistant City Manager
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COMMUNITY PROFILE
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1848, Georgetown, the county seat for Williamson County, was originally the agricultural trade center
for the area. After the Civil War, reconstruction brought prosperity to Georgetown through four main industries --
cattle, cotton, the railroad, and the University. Georgetown has enjoyed consistent growth and development
through the years. The City of Georgetown’s estimated FY2016 population is 59,391 within the city limits, with an
estimated population of 85,753 in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. Georgetown is a Home Rule Charter City and
operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The Mayor and seven Councilmembers are elected
from single-member districts, with elections held the first Saturday in May.
Historic Downtown
There are four National Register Historic Districts in Georgetown. The
Williamson County Courthouse Historic District serves as the public
square. It has been the commercial and cultural heart of the city since
the original 52-blocks were marked off and offered for sale on July 4,
1848. The initial 173-acre town site has grown in all directions since
then, yet the downtown business district retains its vitality, its
architectural charm, and its symbolic significance. Georgetown’s Square
represents one of the finest collections of Victorian commercial
architecture found in the state today.
The Georgetown Main Street Program is part of the Texas Historical Commission’s Main Street Program.
Georgetown became an official Texas Main Street City in 1982 and is affiliated with the National Trust Main Street
Center. The Main Street Program uses a multifaceted approach, emphasizing historic preservation and economic
development, to keep commercial storefronts aesthetically appealing in order to attract customers. The Main
Street Façade & Sign Reimbursement Grant Program incentivizes and reviews proposed exterior work on
storefronts, as well as roof and foundation work on commercial buildings located in the Downtown. The façade
and sign grants are an economic incentive used to enhance the unique character of the downtown. Recognizing
that the Georgetown square is a touchstone in the local economy, in 2004 the City Council created a Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) in the historic downtown. The value of the zone in 2004 was $37,072,593. In 2015, the
TIRZ was valued at $88,381,374 (a 41.9% increase). The TIRZ is expected to be valued at over $125,000,000 by
2024. Even with continual growth and change, Downtown Georgetown has remained steadfast in its commitment
to historic preservation, and maintaining the beautiful Victorian Square that many have said is one of the best in
the country. Currently, the TIRZ provides over $150,000 annually for downtown improvements.
Parks and Recreation
Georgetown offers a wealth of recreation opportunities through its award winning Parks and Recreation program.
In Georgetown, there are currently 34 city parks, comprising 481 total developed acres.
In 2004, the City of Georgetown received the largest gift in its history when Jack and Cammy Garey announced that
they will be donating their ranch to the City. Design work will start in FY2016 for Garey Park. The Gareys
bequeathed their 525-acre ranch to the City of Georgetown with the agreement that it will be developed as a
public City park. The ranch is west of the City, features scenic hill country terrain, and borders the San Gabriel
River. In addition to their ranch, the Gareys’ gift includes their estate home and a $5 million cash donation, which
will be matched by the City for the development of the park.
The Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department has nearly 9 miles of hike and bike trails along the North and
South San Gabriel Rivers. There is a 1.6 mile granite trail that loops around San Gabriel Park. The City of
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Georgetown’s San Gabriel River Trail was designated a National Recreation Trail by the U.S. Department of the
Interior in 2006.
Georgetown recently rehabilitated a historic Fire Station into an Arts Center. As part of the project, a pocket park
with a splash pad, seating and two trees was created adjacent to the new Arts Center. The two shade trees were
planted in the first Silva Cell system in Central Texas, putting Georgetown on the cutting edge of tree technology
and forward thinking about its urban forest. In all, for the Art Center project, 102 Silva Cell frames were installed
and fifty-one top decks. Two Monterrey oaks were planted in the system; both 100 gallon trees. The layout was
done in a continuous manner so that the two trees can both share the ample soil volume. A drip irrigation system
was added below the surface pavers on top of the Silva Cell decks.
The City’s Challenge Course program is an experiential approach to team-building that involves a series of physical,
mental, and emotional challenges that require a combination of teamwork skills and individual commitment. The
experiential approach is based on the idea that change and growth take place when people are active physically,
socially, intellectually, and emotionally and are involved in their learning rather than just being receivers of
information. Our facilitators engage their groups in activities that give the participants opportunities to take
ownership of their learning. We create situations that allow participants to actively explore and practice concepts
they are learning and facilitate the practice of reflection on how these lessons relate to the participant’s current
and future real-life situations.
The Georgetown Creative Playscape was entirely rebuilt in 2014. This
project was a continuation of the work that was conceived, designed,
and built by community volunteers in 1993. The goal was to build
upon the success that was started by incorporating the current
standards, regulations, and research that is driving the design and
development of public play spaces. The Creative Playscape will
remain as a “Signature Destination” for the next generation of
Georgetown families.
The Georgetown Public Library is a 55,000 square foot facility which allows for the expansion of book collections
and other materials, and includes a reference area and computer work stations, as well as, children’s areas with a
performance stage and seating area. Two large community rooms are located on the second floor. The Library also
houses the Red Poppy Coffee Company, a locally owned coffee house. In collaboration with the Friends of the
Georgetown Library, the WOWmobile (Words on Wheels) began operation in early 2012. It operates year around
and delivers library materials to residents of Georgetown who find it difficult or impossible to come to the library,
targeting three distinct population categories: seniors, residents with limited mobility, and low income children.
Education and Arts & Culture
Georgetown is the home of Southwestern University. Southwestern
University is an independent, selective four-year undergraduate college,
offering traditional liberal arts and sciences education, with a student
population of approximately 1,500. It was the first institution of higher
learning in Texas, chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1840, and has
received national recognition for its academic program and cost-
effectiveness. The 2010 Fiske Guide to Colleges lists Southwestern
University as among the top 25 small colleges and universities strong in
art or design and among the top 37 small colleges and universities
strong in business.
Georgetown Independent School District (GISD) is a Texas Education Agency Recognized school district, and serves a
diverse population of Williamson County students from pre-K to 12th grade. Georgetown ISD serves 10,400+
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students at ten elementary schools, three middle schools, three high schools, and two alternative campuses.
The Georgetown cultural district includes the 40-block area of downtown included in the Downtown Historic
Overlay, centered by the Williamson County Courthouse Town Square. Arts and cultural attractions in the district
include the Palace Theatre, Williamson Museum, Georgetown Public Library, Grace Heritage Center, Georgetown
Art Center, downtown art galleries, and shops with hand-crafted items. Other artistic and cultural elements in the
district include the Victorian-era architecture around the Square and outdoor public art. Georgetown’s cultural
district application earned 930 out of 1,000 possible points from the Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA)
evaluation panel. Only one other city—Houston—earned a higher score. Evaluators commented that,
“Georgetown’s cultural assets are very rich and seem to be growing regularly. The city is building a great public art
program, and this will be important in attracting visitors and citizens to the cultural district. The community has a
reinvestment zone in place, and this is a key component for development and investment.”
The Texas Legislature recognized Georgetown as the Red Poppy Capital of Texas. Red poppies have been a part of
Georgetown’s landscape for over seventy years. During WWI, Henry Purl Compton (aka “Okra”) who served in the
American Expeditionary Forces, sent seeds from poppies to his mother. She planted the seeds at her home which
is now 507 East 7th Street. The seeds were then spread (by bees, birds, people, etc) down the river an over much of
Old Town. Red poppies now grow naturally in yards, in vacant lots, and park lands. Georgetown is one of the few
locations in the United States where red poppies reseed themselves from year to year. Each April as the poppies
bloom, Georgetown celebrates with the annual Red Poppy Festival, held on the beautiful historic downtown
Square. Festival activities include live entertainment, arts and crafts, food, a children’s center, a car show, and a
parade. Over 45,000 people attend the festival over the course of the weekend and the economic impact exceeds
$2 million.
Georgetown is also home to Inner Space Caverns. Among the wonderful natural features found in the Texas Hill
Country are incredible living caves and caverns. Discovered during the construction of Interstate 35, Inner Space is
a living cave, which means that its formations are continuing to develop and take shape. For over 80,000 years the
cavern has been constantly changing, allowing for such spectacular displays as the “Soda Straws” and the “Ivory
Falls” formations. Over 130,000 people visit the caverns each year.
Georgetown is the northern most “gateway” to the gently rolling hills of
Central Texas. While Georgetown offers the amenities and charm of a
small community, it is strategically and centrally
located in the middle of the four major
metropolitan areas of Texas. Austin is 30
minutes south, Dallas is 3-hours north,
Houston is 3-hours southeast, and San
Antonio is just one-an-a-half hours
south, placing Georgetown in a very
unique position for cultural and
economic development. Traveling to
and from Georgetown is easy along I-35.
Additionally, access to Georgetown via the
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was made
much easier with the opening of State Highway
130, the toll road from Georgetown to San
Antonio that parallels I-35.
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GEORGETOWN: THEN AND NOW
This is a comparison of Georgetown today and as it was a decade ago.
All 2016 numbers are projections for the current budget. These numbers are projected to September 30, 2016.
UNEMPLOYMENT
RATES
2006 2016
4.65% 3.92%
DEBT SERVICE
TAX RATE
2006
$0.20979
2016
$0.22684
Utility Information
City Electric Water Customer
Population Customers Customers Growth Rate
2006 41,294 18,549 17,979 7.57%
2016 59,391 24,566 33,715 4.74%
STREETS
PROJECTS
2006 2016
$2,661,640 $25,037,000
BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED
Annual Budget
& Tax Rate
2006 2016
$148,913,006 $282,815,124
$0.3463 $0.4340
AVERAGE
HOME VALUE
2006
$166,458
2016
$234,785
City of Georgetown
Then
Now
This is a comparison of
Georgetown today and as it was a
decade ago. Georgetown is the
County Seat of the fastest growing
county in the Nation, and it is our
goal to continue to focus on
improving the way of life we have
grown to appreciate.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS
GPD GFD City Population
2006 47 81 41,294
2016 56 102 59,391
Acres of
Parkland
2006 380
2016 481
SQUARE FEET OF
FACILITIES
MAINTAINED
2006 210,000
2016 492,000
# of City-owned Vehicles & Equipment
2006 2016
314 524
Total # of City Employees
2006 418.75
2016 672.75
# OF LIBRARY ITEMS IN
CIRCULATION
2006 348,114
2016 560,000
2006
1,468
2016
820
All 2006 numbers are actual. All 2016 numbers are projected out to 9/30/2016. Unemployment Rates are actuals for FY2006 and FY2015.
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