Recent News
The City of Blanco staff strive to keep you updated on all matters related to your community. If you do not find the information you need, please contact our office and we will gladly assist you! Subscribe today and receive up to the minute News and important Alerts delivered straight to your inbox.
Mayor's Open Letter to the Citizens of Blanco: State of the City, Jan. 2023
1/18/2023
As we enter 2023, I think it is important to give the citizens of Blanco an idea of just where the City is on several important issues and where we’d like to make improvements in the coming year.
Mayor's Update: TTHM
12/22/2022
If you live in the City, you have received a recent letter stating that the drinking water being supplied to customers had exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes (TTHM). Please note that you do not need to use an alternative water supply nor is the City under a boil water notice.
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 through environmental conservation, ecosystem management, and environmental education." There are currently only 91 certified Texas Scenic Cities. Big thanks to all those who helped with the application; we couldn't have done it without you!
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 requests that citizens submit comments by Oct. 14, 2022.
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. 29, 2022, at 5 p.m. through Oct. 14, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. Citizens wishing to attend the meeting can visit www.txdot.gov and keyword search “US 281 Blanco County.” TxDOT’s public meetings will provide an opportunity for the public to review and comment on project information and update and proposed alternatives. We appreciate TxDOT giving us the opportunity to provide feedback on this project. The proposed improvements cover Highway 281 north and south of Blanco throughout the county, but not within the city limits; they include:
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 throughout my term. On May 23, TxDot held a stakeholder meeting regarding the US 281 Corridor Project from US 290 to Comal County Line. TxDot provided an update on the 281 corridor study and give an update on the relief route. Blanco County Judge Brett Bray was in attendance along with Blanco Councilmember Connie Barron, Blanco City Administrator Warren Escovy, and myself. TxDot requested for the presentation to remain confidential which they are entitled to under law and policy until their Kick-Off event in the fall. However, I felt it important to provide citizens with as much information regarding this situation as possible and quickly! I began planning a Town Hall event for our citizens to learn more about the expansion. I spoke with TxDot and instead of using their presentation, they offered to develop a “roadmap” for us to share, explaining what they’ve got in the works for HWY 281 Corridor and the relief route study. A time frame for public meetings and other significant milestones was also included in the “roadmap.” TxDot did not have to share any information and did so TxDot did as a courtesy, and their early disclosure to our leadership gave us time to get organized and start prepping strategy. I created a presentation based on their “roadmap” and other public information that had been gathered and made available for the public. This fall event is tentatively scheduled for Sept. 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Blanco High School cafeteria. We appreciate the open communication that we have had thus far with TxDot and will continue to work with them to protect and support Blanco. I understand that there have been rumors in the past about an expansion and a possible “bypass.” According to TxDot, there has never been a relief route study for our town which is why we requested the study in early 2022. The results of this study are not in at this time, but as soon as I know anything new, I will let everyone know. In the meantime, I encourage everyone to work together; call and write letters to our state representatives, attend the TxDot meetings, etc. This should not be dividing us, we should be uniting to do what we can to protect our beloved town.
Heat.gov & Blue Address Sign Update
7/28/2022
The National Integrated Heat Health Information System recently launched Heat.gov which serves as the premier source of information regarding heat and health for the nation. This website will also help decision-makers and the public understand and reduce the health risks of extreme heat.
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 drinking water. This report contains important information about the source and quality of your drinking water. For a translation of the water quality report or to speak with someone about the report please call 830-833-4525. If you would like a paper copy mailed to your home, please call 830-833-4525.
HWY-281 Corridor Survey
5/31/2022
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 Blanco is one of only 37 communities in the world to have earned this distinction. The City was officially notified of the award at the Annual Gathering of the Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky at the Los Senderos Ranch on April 26th. We are so proud of this accomplishment and would like to thank everyone who helped during this long journey to become an International Dark Sky Community.
Stay Informed
Subscribe to receive news and alerts via email and SMS.