The City of
In 1836, Michael Menard, bought "one league and a labor of land" from
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In 1914, the Houston Ship Channel was deepened which took much of
In the 1960's and early '70s, there were forward looking innovations in
The City of Galveston is located on the upper
City accepting applications for arts and historic preservation The City of Galveston’s Arts and Historical Preservation Advisory Board is accepting applications for grant funding of projects until March 15, 2023. The Arts and…
Read More »The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $893,274.00 in Home Investment Partnerships-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) to the City of Galveston. These funds are to be used to help create affordable housing and…
Read More »The Gulf Coast Water Authority (GCWA) will temporarily change its water disinfection process April 10-24, 2023. This annual routine maintenance practice is necessary to maintain water systems operated by GCWA and the Galveston County communities it…
Read More »GPD offering $5 off safe rides for Mardi Gras weekend After the success of last weekend, the Galveston Police Department is again offering our $ 5 off safe rides program! The Lyft Pass is valid from Friday, February 17 at 7 p.m. through…
Read More »GPD launches rideshare initiative for safe rides during Mardi Gras The Galveston Police Department is excited to announce a program to ensure you get home safely. During each Mardi Gras weekend, GPD is giving you $5 towards your Lyft ride. This is…
Read More »SANITATION UPDATE: Thursday customers with alley trash pickup from 15th to 19th between Harborside and Seawall will be picked up on Friday morning. An issue with the equipment caused the delay. Delivery of our new automated alley trucks are delayed…
Read More »Galveston Island is host to dozens of large events throughout the year, and recycling may soon become a mainstay at local festivals, cookoffs and fun runs. The City of Galveston’s Recycling Division is partnering with special event…
Read More »The City of Galveston is holding a special election on Saturday, May 6, 2023, and the filing period for candidates will open January 27, 2023. The deadline to file is February 17, 2023. The current District 2 representative William Schuster is…
Read More »The 14th Annual Yaga’s Chili Quest and Beer Fest is coming up next weekend with associated road closures for residents and visitors to be aware of as they navigate the island. The event will take place Friday, January 20, and Saturday, January…
Read More »We have 10 openings in our Galveston University spring program beginning Wednesday, January 25 and continuing on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. until March 15. This program is a FREE, comprehensive overview of city operations and an…
Read More »The resurfacing at the Menard Park tennis courts is complete and the courts are now reopen! Many thanks to Better Parks for Galveston for funding the resurfacing of these courts! Next up is Lindale Park, where the tennis courts will close beginning…
Read More »The City of Galveston’s Sanitation Department will collect plant and tree waste during the regular residential service beginning this week and continuing throughout the rest of the month. Discarded Christmas trees may also be included in this…
Read More »Purchase your pool and recreation center passes now to get a jumpstart on your New Year’s Resolutions and before fees increase in February. There will be slight fee increases for the Lasker Park pool, the McGuire Dent Recreation Center and…
Read More »The annual MLK Parade is coming up next weekend (January 13-15) with associated road closures for residents and visitors to be aware of as they navigate the island. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade to honor his legacy will begin on Saturday,…
Read More »The New Year is upon us and there’s a lot to look forward to in 2023. The City of Galveston wants residents and visitors to have a safe and enjoyable New Year’s weekend on the island. There are a few things for you to know as we head…
Read More »The City of Galveston will open a warming center at the McGuire Dent Recreation Center, 2222 28th Street, on Thursday, December 22, beginning at 6 p.m. The McGuire Dent Recreation Center, which has a back-up generator, will serve as a warming…
Read More »The recreation centers will each host a Santa’s Holiday Party for local children on Wednesday, December 21. The recreation centers will have photos with Santa, refreshments, and arts and crafts. The parties will begin on Wednesday, December…
Read More »Galveston, TX – December 14, 2022 – Runners, get ready to sleigh! The Santa Hustle Half Marathon and 5K returns this Sunday, December 18. Thousands of runners dressed in their festive best will race along the Seawall and residents…
Read More »Tis the season! Tomorrow is the annual Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Galveston Municipal Police Association. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this free, family-friendly parade through downtown and celebrate the holiday season. The…
Read More »The City of Galveston is accepting applications for the mortgage assistance program until December 28. The Grants & Housing Department has funding available to assist City of Galveston residents that have been impacted by COVID-19 with…
Read More »Short-term rental operators, hotels, motels and bed-and-breakfasts are required to renew existing and register new properties by the end of the year. Following city ordinance, vacation rental owners must register their properties and display…
Read More »Public notice of comment for proposed 59th Street storage tank This notice has been posted to inform the public that the City of Galveston is preparing to apply for Community Development Block Grant – Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding for the 59th…
Read More »Dickens on The Strand, the annual Victorian holiday festival, returns to The Strand in historic downtown Galveston on Friday, December 2. The festival will run through the weekend December 2 to December 4. Dickens on The Strand is a festival…
Read More »Proposed Project: 59th Street Water Storage Tank Planned Activity Budget Amount: $17,489,505.50 CDBG-MIT Funding: $15,761,400.00 Other Funds: $1,728,105.50 Project Type: Water Facilities Scope of Work: The City of Galveston proposes to…
Read More »The latest City Manager's Report is now available online. This comprehensive report details what each department has accomplished in the last month and what's to come in the months ahead. The report is available online…
Read More »Celebrate ARBOR DAY in Galveston next weekend by picking up a free tree to plant! The Galveston Island Tree Conservancy is hosting a tree give-away on a first come, first served basis at Moody Mansion, 2618 Broadway, on Saturday, November 12, from…
Read More »Did you see a #GetHomeSafeGalveston sticker downtown? Look for the #GetHomeSafeGalveston QR code sticker if you're out and about in downtown Galveston. The QR code leads to resources for safe rides home and transit options, including numbers for…
Read More »City updated concessions, food trucks rules The next few months are packed with festivals and special events, which often means additional concessionaires and food trucks on the island. Given that, we want to make sure everyone is aware of…
Read More »The annual Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Galveston Municipal Police Association, returns to the island on Saturday, December 10. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this free, family-friendly parade through downtown and celebrate…
Read More »The public is invited to attend a sculpture unveiling in Shield Park, located at 33rd and Church streets, on Wednesday, October 26, at 5:15 PM. Better Parks for Galveston and the City of Galveston Parks and Recreation Department are excited to…
Read More »The 40th Annual Island Oktoberfest Oct 21st-22nd, 2022 -The 40th Annual Island Oktoberfest is set for Friday & Saturday, October 21st – 22nd, 2022. The festival is a fun Fall celebration of German music, sweets and drinks, and will also…
Read More »The Galveston Police Department is currently in the process of implementing a Multi-Disciplinary Response Team (MDRT). The integrated team will consist of a licensed mental health professional, a paramedic, and a police officer responding to calls…
Read More »The City is making steady progress on the new Sustainable Interactive Customer Connections project to upgrade all water meters to advanced metering technologies. The Municipal Services Department and the contractor (Utility Metering Solutions)…
Read More »The Tors will continue their homecoming celebrations this Wednesday, October 12, with a parade through midtown. The Ball High School Homecoming Parade will begin Wednesday at 5 p.m. and is expected to finish by 7 p.m. Floats will begin lining up…
Read More »There will be one rubber wheel trolley and one rail trolley running this weekend because of staffing shortages. The rail car will run its route hourly. The route maps are available online at https://www.galvestontx.gov/1209/Trolleys. Island…
Read More »Galveston, TX – The Aim Hire Policy Coalition, made up of more than twenty leading business and education organizations, urged state policymakers to strengthen funding for community colleges in Texas and drive improved outcomes in the wake of…
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