COVID-19

For the most up-to-date information on how to protect yourself and your community, please visit our COVID-19 page on our website, we are regularly updating information regarding City of Elgin Updates, local businesses updates, resources for people and businesses, and more
City of Elgin here information for Bastrop County here and Travis County here

Shop Local Dine Local

Restaurants are offering to go, curbside delivery and drive thru check the list here for delicious choices! Many businesses have added online shopping options, curbside pick up, and businesses are offering services via online streaming. Check out the updates for Business operations updates here

City Council

SPECIAL VIRTUAL MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2020 6:00 PM
CITY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 310 NORTH MAIN STREET
In accordance with social distancing guidelines, the City Council meeting will not be open to the public. Council Members will attend virtually. The meeting will be streamed live at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA and there will be an opportunity for the public to submit written comments prior to the meeting on agenda items.

Members of the public wishing to submit their written comments on a listed agenda item must submit their comments by emailing the city secretary at asanchez@ci.elgin.tx.us or by calling 512-229-3222 by 6:00 pm April 22, 2020.

Census 2020

Take time complete the census. You can respond online at this link. Do you need access to WiFi to complete the Census? The Elgin Public Library provides free WiFi and Advocacy Outreach located at 202 Depot Street has a free hot spot. Advocacy Outreach provides assistance with the Census by appointment Call 512-281-4180. The Census is confidential and safe. It impacts the number of congressional seats we have in Texas as well as funding for roads, schools, services, and impacts future business locations. The Census only occurs every ten years so be sure to count everyone in your house. Get Counted today!!

City of Elgin Utilities

The City will work with those needing extensions or payment plans on a case-by-case and demonstrated needs basis. To apply for an extension click here.

Elgin Public Library

. To find out what they have for you view their facebook page Look for Virtual story time every Tuesday and Thursday with Ms. Melinda. Check out E books so that you can continue reading while the library is closed for COVID19. Tax forms and magazines area available for free at the library. The windows that face the main parking lot have been converted into a bulletin board for COVID 19 updates and Census news. Visit the library webpage for their newsletter and online book options.

Main Street Business
Advertising Grant

The Elgin Main Street program announced a business advertising grant for downtown businesses. The grant targets businesses that are retail or service and have been negatively impacted by COVID19. the online application is available here - Follow the latest updates for downtown on Instagram and Facebook @vistelgintx

City Election

Elgin City Council postponed the May 2 election until November, for additional information about the election and drawing for placement on the ballot visit this link

Parks and Recreation

Visit the Elgin Parks Rec Facebook page (@ElginTXParks) for weekly events and prompts for fun activities to keep you engaged while we stay physically distant from one another! Currently we are playing iSPY and other exploration games!

Shake stress and share the love! Elgin Parks and Rec will send a FREE packet of seeds to everyone who shares something positive on our Facebook page! (Every Friday through Monday)
What do you need to do? Just post a comment to Elgin TX Park's (@ElginTXParks) Facebook page with:
1. Your favorite flower picture
2. What you're thankful for or words of affirmation
3. #ElginTXParks and #PositiveParksETX
4. Tag a friend

NEW BLOGS!
The Elgin Recreation Staff takes care of our community at the Elgin Recreation Center and now they have a Blog to take care of you while you’re at home! Check out the Elgin Rec Staff Blog at: http://elgintx.com/1066/Parks-Rec-Blog. This blog includes recipes, workouts, crafts and more!

Friends of Elgin Parks
Want to get involved in the Parks System? The Friends of Elgin Parks is a fundraising organization that assists in providing Music in the Park series every Spring and parks improvements. In cooperation with the Elgin Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, funds from the Friends of Elgin Parks are used to beautify current park and recreation facilities, expand park facilities and assist in long range plans for the Parks' system in Elgin. For more information on the Friends of Elgin Parks and how to join, email friendsofelginparks@gmail.com.

Municipal Court

Elgin Municipal Court is closed to the public until further notice due to COVID-19 emergency declaration. Click here to read the full notice.

Public Works

The Public Works team is committed to continuing to serve Elgin Residents throughout the COVID19 Pandemic. In an effort to practice social distancing our crews are working alternate shifts. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our wastewater system operating – only flush toilet paper, never use the toilet as a trash can. Wipes, paper towels, napkins, hygiene items, diapers and other objects clog the pipes and will result in damage and functional delays to the system. Parks are crews are making rounds to each park, but normal routines may take a little longer with a limited staff. During this growing season you can expect the parks grass to be a little taller, but we will make our way to your neighborhood park soon. Park Restrooms and sport courts are closed until further notice.

Large street improvement projects have been deferred until normal operations can resume. Emergency call outs are a high priority for our Streets division, such as removing this tree on East Alamo Street.

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin EDC is developing a Business grant offering $2500 per business. Updates for this program will be available here.

Police Department

The Elgin police department installed a new officer recently. Officer Todd Johnson joined the force this week. Keep up with all the latest information with their facebook page

Development Services

During the COVID19 situation we continue review plans, conduct inspections, issue permits, and issue Certificates of Occupancy. This is expected to continue unless our third-party reviewers stop plan reviews and/or inspections. It is highly encouraged that customers utilize the main Department e-mail planninganddevelopment@ci.elgin.tx.us or contact City Hall at 512-281-5724 to conduct business. Due to limited staffing, instant answering of phone calls may not be possible so please leave a message and you will be contacted back at the earliest convenience. In-person interactions are occurring through the utility services drive-thru from 9 A.M. through 3 P.M.

It is highly encouraged that payment of permit fees and/or inspections be conducted by credit card by contacting City Hall at 512-281-5724 and providing the necessary information to the attendant. Please do not leave messages with your credit card information. We are still excepting check payments or money orders through the postal mail or at utility services drive-thru. Cash payments are discouraged at this time.

Human Resources

The City of Elgin Human Resources Department lists job openings online and utilizes an online application. Check here for current information about job postings for the city.

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