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In the City of Blanco, we are defined less by boundaries on a map than by the sense of shared values our residents hold dear. Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes City of Blanco a wonderful place to call home.
Water cutoffs continue to happen on the 21st of every month at noon unless it falls on the weekend. Please note that if the 21st falls on a Friday and your bill is unpaid by noon, the water will not be turned on until Monday.
Featured News
Drought Contingency Stage 4
7/9/2024
The City of Blanco has moved into Stage 4 of our Drought Contingency Plan effectively immediately.
For more information see our website, government/public works and utilities: https://cityofblancotx.gov/documents/383/Drought_Management_Plan-Stages_4.pdf
Thank you!
Waterline Repair in Process
6/24/2024
Waterline Repair In Process
South bound traffic from Buggy Barn south to 13th Street is down to one lane as the Inframark utility crew is fixing a water leak near US 281.
We expect these repairs to take most of the day. Please drive carefully.
Pecan Bottom Park
6/17/2024
The Pecan Bottom is a property that was given to the City and has been designated as a park. Every year the City is asked to allow vendor parking for the Lavender Festival which lasts an extended weekend with vendor parking lasting about a week. As the park develops the City will stop allowing...
Congratulations to our new Chief of Police, Jerry Thornhill
6/12/2024
Please join us in congratulating our new Chief of Police, Chief Jerry Thornhill.
Folks in our community will recognize Chief Thornhill as a dedicated law enforcement professional who has served in the Blanco Police Department since 2011.
Through his tireless service, he has earned the trust...
Message from Mayor Mike Arnold
5/15/2024
OFFICIAL WRITTEN STATEMENT:
“I have reviewed the opinions of three attorneys, the Secretary of State and Texas Municipal League, and consulted other experts. The answer is obvious: The issue is not properly before me, the will of the voters is clear, Mr. Moore is eligible to serve, and I must...
City Election Information and Update
4/23/2024
The City encourages all registered voters to participate in the City elections. Early voting is underway through April 30, with election day on Saturday, May 4. Voting locations are posted on this website as well as on the Blanco County website. As a reminder, the City has contracted with...
Police Department Update
4/22/2024
City of Blanco Lift Station Project
4/12/2024
Dear Residents of Blanco:
I am pleased to report that the City’s new lift station is now in operation. The lift station handles and transfers 100% of the City’s wastewater to our treatment facility. These events culminate and mark the end of a multiyear project. I want to thank the current...
Drought Contingency Stage 2
1/19/2024
Effectively immediately the City of Blanco has moved back to Stage 2 of our Drought Contingency Plan.
Customers shall be required to comply with all Stage 1 and Stage 2 requirements and restrictions.
See link below for more information:
Boil Water Notice Rescinded
1/18/2024
Boil Water Notice Rescinded
City of Blanco
January 18, 2024
On January 16, 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Blanco public water system, TX0160002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which...
Utility Rate Increase
10/18/2023
Rate Increase effective October 1, 2023
The City Council passed Ordinance 2023-O-013 which raises rates effective on October 1st,
2023. Customers will see the rate increase for the October bill in November. The City passed the
rate increase because costs to purchase water from our provider and to...
Blanco's Annual Lighted Holiday Parade Entry Form Information
11/17/2022
Scenic City Announcement
10/7/2022
We are so excited to announce that the City of Blanco has achieved Gold Status for Scenic City Certification! "The Scenic City Certification Program (SCCP) was developed and implemented to establish a foundation of cohesive scenic standards and land planning practices that advance sustainability...
Relief Route Feasibility Study Documents
9/30/2022
If you were unable to attend last night's TxDOT public meeting and want more information regarding the relief route feasibility study, there are copies of the fact sheet and comment form at City Hall! There will be more opportunities for input on this project in the future, but TxDOT kindly...
Mayor's Update: TXDot Public Meeting Information
9/7/2022
As many of you have heard, there will be an in-person TxDOT public meeting on Sept. 29, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at the Blanco High School cafeteria (1215 4th Street) regarding the US 281 Blanco County project. In addition, TxDOT will also be having a virtual public meeting for the project on Sept....
Stage 2 Water Restrictions
9/1/2022
As of Sept. 1, 2022, the City of Blanco has implemented Stage 2 water restrictions for all customers of the City of Blanco.
UPDATED Revised Stage 3 Water Restrictions
8/16/2022
Mayor's Update: HWY 281 Expansion Pt. 2
8/11/2022
I understand there is a growing concern regarding the recently announced TxDot HWY-281 expansion. You are not alone; this is concerning to us as well. I love our town's history and charm and will work diligently to protect it. I promised to be transparent during my campaign and will continue this...
Stage 3 Explanation by Mayor Pro Tem Barron
8/1/2022
Hello, Neighbors,
First, thanks to you all for understanding the tough water situation the drought is placing on us and doing all you can to help conserve this precious resource. I received questions about why Blanco went to Stage 3 drought management when Canyon Lake Water System (CLWS)...
Stage 2 Water Restrictions
6/22/2022
As of June 22, 2022, the City of Blanco has implemented Stage 2 water restriction for all customers of the City of Blanco.
2021 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT (CCR)
6/15/2022
In 2021, the City of Blanco detected 8 contaminants in the drinking water and 1 of them were above the EPA accepted level for drinking water. Please go to https://cityofblancotx.gov/documents/383/2021_CCR_-_Blanco.TX.pdf to view your 2021 annual water quality report and learn more about your...
Blanco Attains International Dark Sky Community Status
4/27/2022
We are so excited to finally announce that after 15 years of work, the City of Blanco has earned the designation by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) as an International Dark Sky Community (IDSC)! As of Jan. 2022, there are only 195 designated IDA Dark Sky Places in the world and now...
Brush Disposal Update
1/25/2022
At this time, the City will not be accepting brush disposal. The yard is currently at capacity and the burn ban is enacted until Mar. 22, so we are unable to burn brush at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience and will let citizens know when they can drop off their brush again.
4-Way Stop Signs
10/6/2021
TxDOT installed the 4-way stop signs at the corners of 4th Street and Pecan Street this morning.