More walkability and less parking around the courthouse
Sun City residents and council members debated downtown parking and sidewalk upgrades, warning that removing on street parking could reduce visits. They urged preserving parking while expanding sidewalks, noting ADA needs and a new 315 space garage with 11 ADA spaces, plus relocation of affected spots.
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Steve Fought
Sun City
Mike Triggs
Ron Garland
Garland
Sun
Triggs
the Sun
Fought
Mr. Fought
South Main Street
David Morgan
Downtown Georgetown eyes growth through diverse development
Downtown Georgetown officials and business owners emphasize diverse development to boost foot traffic and tax revenue. They predict the Downtown Master Plan and Unified Development Code will weave new shops, eateries, and experiences around the Square, attracting visitors and supporting small local businesses.
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Cody Hirt
Golden Rule
Mesquite Creek Outfitters
River & Ranch Provisions
Mr. Hirt
Schroeder
Kim McAuliffe
Ms. McAuliffe
UDC
McAuliffe
Height Rules Shape Downtown Square Revival Debates
City and Old Town leaders weigh taller building allowances to balance preservation with growth. Mayor Schroeder argues a 52 foot limit outside the nine square blocks preserves the historic character while enabling development, with three major hotel developers cited as attracted if limits eased.
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Unique
Larry Olsen
Old Town Neighborhood Association
Raising Heights
Josh Schroeder
the Sun
Schroeder
D.W. Legacy Design
Rock Street
Blue Hole Park
TIRZ revenues fund master plan for downtown redevelopment
The plan targets property value growth and tax base expansion within the downtown TIRZ to finance projects. By enabling denser development and repurposing catalytic sites like parking lots and government facilities, the strategy aims to boost revenues and trigger a positive, self reinforcing cycle of redevelopment. If results lag, officials will reassess and adjust.
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Tirz
Downtown Master Plan funding sources and incentives
The article outlines financing options for downtown projects including TIRZ revenues debt instruments GO bonds private funds and hotel occupancy tax collected from Georgetown lodging venues at 7 percent. It notes capital projects spanning four to ten years and topics like public private partnerships and tax incentives to attract private investment.
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