City Manager Recognized as Distinguished Alumni

The CENTEX Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) presented San Marcos City Manager Stephanie Reyes with the Distinguished Alumni Award during its annual Public Service Recognition Week Banquet on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Reyes wa...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter

Dogs of the Week: 

James Dean (50947279)

James Dean recently completed his heartworm treatment and is now ready to relax in his forever home! When James Dean arrived at the shelter in August 2022, he was a very shy dog. Now he’s...

Residents Invited to Public Memorial Day Ceremony

On Monday, May 29, 2023, residents are invited to pay tribute to fallen military personnel from Hays County at the annual Memorial Day Ceremony. The event will take place at the Hays County Veterans Memorial, Hopkins Street and Riverside Drive, at 10 a.m....

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Dogs of the Week: Starfire (50600920)Starfire is a delightful 4-year-old Staffordshire mix who has quickly become a staff and volunteer favorite! When out in the play yards, Starfire loves lounging in the kiddie pool or playing fetch with a soccer ball. S...

Local Disaster Declaration to End, Eviction Delay Ordinance to Expire June 30 Following Council Vote

On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, the San Marcos City Council voted 4-to-2, with one councilmember abstaining, to end the declaration of a local state of disaster that was originally issued in March 2020. The declaration will be terminated effective June 30, 2023...

City to Host Public Ribbon Cutting for First Phase of Sessom Creek Improvements Project

The City of San Marcos will celebrate the completion of Phase 1 of the Sessom Creek Improvements project with a ribbon cutting Tuesday, May 23 at 9 a.m. at the Red Bus Food Park, 801 Chestnut St. The public is invited to attend the event, which will inclu...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Dog of the Week: Gallant Fox (52381743)

Gallant Fox is a stunning 6-year-old Catahoula Leopard dog mix. When she’s out in the yard, she loves to play in the pool and blow bubbles under the water with her nose. When she isn’t splashing a...

San Marcos to Host National Exhibit Honoring Veterans

On Thursday, May 18, 2023, residents are encouraged to visit a national mobile exhibit honoring veterans as it makes its inaugural stop in San Marcos. The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE) will be on display at the Veterans of Foreign ...

Christian Smith Named Economic Development Manager

The City of San Marcos has selected Christian Smith to serve as the Manager of Economic and Business Development. Smith was chosen following a nationwide search. His appointment will become effective May 15, 2023.

Smith has a range of experience in local g...

Sacred Springs Kite Exhibition Comes to San Marcos

San Marcos residents are encouraged to visit a temporary art exhibit that aims to spread awareness about water conservation in Texas. A public gallery opening for the Sacred Springs Kite Exhibition will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the San Marcos Pu...

City of San Marcos to Showcase Programs, Services at “SMTX 2023” Public Event

On Tuesday, May 9, the City of San Marcos will host its annual citywide update, SMTX 2023. The event will be held at the Pauline Espinosa Community Hall, 170 Charles Austin, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

Beginning at 5:30 p.m., Mayor Jane Hughson will sh...

San Marcos Fire Department Seeks the Best to Join its Ranks

The San Marcos Fire Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill Firefighter vacancies.

The City will hold a Civil Service Examination to establish an eligibility list for hiring Firefighters. This eligibility list will be in effect for a period of o...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Dog of the Week: Lucy (51657215)

Lucy is a 4-year-old Black Mouth Curr mix with a heart of gold! One of Lucy's favorite pastimes is hiking or visiting the local farmer's market. She loves the fresh air and the chance to explore new sights and smells. Lucy ...

City of San Marcos Accepting Summer Fan Drive Donations

City of San Marcos staff accepted a donation from Ozona Bank to kick off the SMTX Utilities Summer Fan Drive. This is the fifth year of the fan drive, which aims to benefit members of our community that do not have or cannot afford air conditioning during...

City to Host Pauline Espinosa Hall Dedication Ceremony

The City of San Marcos invites community members to the Pauline Espinosa Community Hall plaque unveiling and dedication ceremony. The event will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 27 at Pauline Espinosa Community Hall, formerly known as the San Marcos Rec H...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Dog of the Week: Collin (49853662)

Collin is one of the shelter’s longest-stay residents, but don’t let that title fool you, he is one great pup! This happy boy is a 6-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix who enjoys going on freq...

City of San Marcos to Dedicate Latest Mural April 26

City of San Marcos to Dedicate Latest Mural April 26

 The City of San Marcos will dedicate a new mural Wednesday, April 26 at 9:30 a.m. The newest artwork, located at 135 S. Guadalupe Street, is part of the San Marcos Mural Arts Program....

Educator Accused of Improper Relationship with a Student

Carl Anthony Thompson (DOB: 11/12/1996), a former staff member at San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District was arrested Monday, April 17, 2023. Thompson faces one charge of Improper Relationship between Educator and Student, which is a second-d...

City, CARTS Partner to Launch Real-Time Bus Tracker

The City of San Marcos Public Works Department and Capital Area Rural Transportation Systems (CARTS) have developed a new tool that will allow riders to track the location of the City’s municipal transit, SMTX The Bus, in real-time. The local fi...

Samuel Aguirre Named San Marcos City Attorney

On March 21, 2023, San Marcos City Council members voted unanimously to appoint Samuel J. Aguirre as San Marcos City Attorney. Aguirre’s appointment will become effective no later than May 1, 2023.Aguirre has more than 17 years of municipal lega...

Hernandez Named Director of Planning & Development Services

The City of San Marcos has selected Amanda Hernandez to serve as the Director of Planning & Development Services. Hernandez was chosen following a nationwide search. Her appointment became effective March 20, 2023.Hernandez has served the City of San ...

Main Street Honors Downtown Businesses

The San Marcos Main Street Program recognized several downtown businesses, partners, and volunteers at its 8^thannual Love Downtown Awards Friday, Feb. 24.  

The event honored the contributions of downtown merchants and volunteers who work tireless...

Shots Fired at San Marcos Apartment, Police Arrest Suspect

At approximately 3:20 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023, San Marcos Police were dispatched to The Cottages at Hillside Ranch, 1350 N. LBJ Dr., for a shots fired call. Multiple 911 callers reported that bullets had been fired into an apartment building at th...

San Marcos Police Search for Hit-and-Run Suspect

The San Marcos Police Department is asking the public for any leads in identifying a person suspected to be involved in a hit-and-run collision that injured a man.

On January 25, 2023, at approximately 5:30 a.m., San Marcos Police officers along with Hays ...

Stephanie Reyes Named Next City Manager

San Marcos City Council members voted unanimously with Councilmember Saul Gonzales absent during Tuesday’s City Council meeting to name Stephanie Reyes the next City Manager of the City of San Marcos. 

Reyes, a San Marcos native, has bee...

SMART Terminal Information

UPDATE: On May 10, 2023, the developer of the SMART Terminal declined the City’s request to negotiate additional amendments to the development agreement. In an announcement from the developers, the property has also acquired a new name and will now be kno...

Resources Available to Assist Community with Ice Storm Debris Disposal

The City of San Marcos encourages residents to utilize available resources to dispose of trees, tree limbs, or branches that were damaged as a result of the recent winter weather event. Residential garbage customers may dispose of vegetative storm debris ...