County News and Events

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.

County Offices Closed Jan. 16

cwatson@wilco.org — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:15:00 GMT

All Williamson County offices will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2012, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Fireworks Safety Stressed

cwatson@wilco.org — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:34:00 GMT

No restrictions are currently in place for the use of fireworks in Williamson County. Officials recommend strict adherence to fireworks safety precautions and recommended guidelines for their use.

Propane Fueling Station Ribbon Cutting

cwatson@wilco.org — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:21:00 GMT

Williamson County will celebrate the opening of its new propane fueling station with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, January 5, at 10:30 a.m. The station is located at the J.B. & Hallie Jester Williamson County Annex at 1781 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Round Rock, Texas.