Waco Wonderland Parade Sign-Up

Join the 2022 Waco Wonderland Parade and help us spread some holiday cheer!

Entries are now being accepted for the annual holiday parade, which returns to downtown Waco on Saturday, December 3. If you know a group or organization that would be interested in this opportunity, please let them know! There is no cost to participate.

Presented by the Family of Faith WC Waco, the parade begins at 10 a.m. and travels down Austin Ave., from 11th St. to 3rd St.

Registration forms are due by Monday, November 28 and can be downloaded at wacowonderland.com/parade.

Did you Know...

Baylor University's McLane Stadium has been open for eight years. It has seen the Bears score over 2000 points, holds over 45,000 fans, and is a big part of Waco's skyline.

It would take enough water to fill the stadium more than 17 times to get Lake Waco back to 100%.

Be smart about the water you use to brush your teeth, wash your clothes, and water your lawn.

We Want Your Input

The Health District wants to know your thoughts on local health issues. If we didn’t visit you in our recent door-to-door survey, please take the opportunity to participate online.

Mars Drive and Old Hewitt Reconstruction Project Updates

The City is reconstructing/widening Mars Drive from Hewitt Drive to Texas Central Parkway and Old Hewitt Road from Mars Drive to Imperial Drive. The project consists of both roadways being widened, right turn lanes added at the intersection of Mars Drive and Old Hewitt Road, concrete pavement, drainage improvements, and new sidewalks adjacent to Midway High School along Mars Drive.  

The project started in January 2022, and the contract was awarded to Big Creek Construction, Ltd for $8,587,612.00. Since it began, this job is approximately 55% complete and is looking at a proposed project completion of August 2023.  

Reminder: Water Restrictions

We truly appreciate your cooperation as we navigate drought conditions and do our best to conserve water!

REMINDER:

👉  No watering between 8 a.m. & 7 p.m. daily.

👉  Odd number addresses may water Tuesdays & Saturdays.

👉  Even number addresses may water Wednesdays & Sundays.

👉  Business customers may water Mondays & Fridays.

👉  No watering on Thursdays.

👉  Hand watering allowed on all days of the week.

• Why Mandatory Restrictions? •

Lake Waco's (our regional water source) water level continues to decline warranting Stage 2 of our drought contingency plan to protect our water source. Under this stage in the plan, violations can reach up to $2,000.

Call (254) 299-CITY (2489) with any concerns or contact us through wacowater.com.

#WeAreWaco

We hope you’re enjoying our ‘We Are Waco’ series! Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive! With over 40 features produced and many more to come!

Enjoy a snapshot of some of our favorite comments! We think you’ll notice that the common theme is how Waco has the best community support and the most welcoming people. A sense of pride in our community comes through in every video!

Find #WeAreWaco videos at mywacotv.com

Get Your Flu Shot

Friendly reminder to get your flu shot. The best protection from the flu is getting a yearly flu vaccine. The CDC recommends getting a flu vaccine for everyone six months and older. Call the Health District at 254-750-5410 to schedule your appointment!

Outdoor Movie at the South Waco Library - November 23

Scrap Tire Day - November 19

The City of Waco Solid Waste Department is celebrating America Recycles Day by hosting a scrap tire collection on Saturday, November 19, from 7 a.m. to noon at 501 Schroeder Drive. All scrap tires will be recycled and not sent to the landfill!

Waco residents can pre-register and skip the long line!

• Online at ow.ly/g1mb50KPtPZ
• On the Waco Curbside Services App
• By phone at (254) 299-2606
• By email at soildwasteinfo@wacotx.gov

Please bring your registration confirmation page and your photo ID.

Residents must bring a current Waco water bill with residential trash service if they opt out of pre-registration.

Scrap Tire Requirements:

• Maximum of 10 tires per household
• Maximum size of 20 inches
• No tires with rims/wheels
• No tires from businesses
• No OTR, Skid Steer, Earth Movers

For more information, contact Solid Waste Customer Service at (254) 299-2612.

Road Construction

Construction on Airport Rd. from Steinbeck Bend Dr. to Lake Shore Dr. has begun and is expected to last until the Fall of 2023.

This project includes 3.3 miles of road reconstruction with bridge and drainage improvements and will require Airport Rd. to be closed down to one lane. Traffic will only be open from Lakeshore Dr. traveling to Steinbeck Bend Rd. but not in the other direction.

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve Waco's roads!

Waco Tourism Public Improvement District Launches New Website

The Waco Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) recently launched its new website, stayinwaco.org. The TPID district includes all hotels with over 75 rooms within the city limits of Waco.

Recognize An Employee

The City of Waco values our vision and mission; it reflects who we are, shapes our culture, and is at the forefront of everything we do. 

We know our City employees do extraordinary things every day – let’s celebrate when they go above and beyond! 

Use this form to recognize a City of Waco employee for living up to City values!

City Beat Weekly News

A quick summary of City stories every week with City Beat!

For the week of November 7:

• I35 Ribbon Cutting
• Grinchmobile Getting Prepare

Find City Beat and more at: mywacotv.com/program/city-beat-news-report/

Equipment Mechanic - Fleet

Under basic supervision, performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments and preventive maintenance on Fleet Services (FS) vehicles, specialty vehicles and equipment, and heavy equipment, in accordance with all safety regulations and City procedures.

Senior Internal Communications Specialist

Under general supervision, prepares and presents internal communications for assigned departments to coordinate messaging on various sections of the website and social media accounts.

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled building trades work in the repair and maintenance of City buildings and grounds, including basic plumbing and electrical, carpentry, irrigation, welding, and security systems; performs work in compliance with quality and safety standards.

Upcoming:

Neighborhood Association Meetings

November Meetings

Mountainview Neighborhood Meeting

6 p.m., Monday, November 14

Vanguard College Preparatory School, 2517 Mt. Carmel

Sanger Heights Neighborhood Meeting

7 p.m., Monday, November 14

Good Neighbor House, 2301 Colcord Ave

Austin Ave Neighborhood Meeting

7 p.m., Tuesday, November 15

St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 305 N 30th Street

Dean Highland Neighborhood Meeting

7 p.m., Tuesday, November 17

Dean Elementary School, 3300 Maple Ave

Brook Oaks Neighborhood General Meeting

6 p.m., Monday, November 28

Dewey Community Center, 925 N 9th Street

COVID-19 INFORMATION

Vaccine Information

Testing & Exposure

Dashboard

NOTICES | OPPORTUNITIES

Library Activity Calendar

Adoptable Animals

Microchip Program

MEETINGS | COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Watch the Latest Plan Commission Session

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