Welcome to City of Blanco, Texas City of Blanco… A Great Place to Live!
In the City of Blanco, we are defined less by boundaries on a map than by the sense of shared values our residents hold dear. Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes City of Blanco a wonderful place to call home.
Water cutoffs continue to happen on the 21st of every month at noon unless it falls on the weekend. Please note that if the 21st falls on a Friday and your bill is unpaid by noon, the water will not be turned on until Monday.
Conserve Water
It's our most precious natural resource. Every drop counts...
Shop Local
Whether it is a local farmer's market or main street shops, shopping local sustains our community and supports local merchants. A win-win for all!
Live Music
Enjoy live music around Blanco weekly!
Featured News
City Election Information and Update
4/23/2024
The City encourages all registered voters to participate in the City elections. Early voting is underway through April 30, with election day on Saturday, May 4. Voting locations are posted on this website as well as on the Blanco County website. As a reminder, the City has contracted with...
Police Department Update
4/22/2024
City of Blanco Lift Station Project
4/12/2024
Dear Residents of Blanco:
I am pleased to report that the City’s new lift station is now in operation. The lift station handles and transfers 100% of the City’s wastewater to our treatment facility. These events culminate and mark the end of a multiyear project. I want to thank the current...
Drought Contingency Stage 2
1/19/2024
Effectively immediately the City of Blanco has moved back to Stage 2 of our Drought Contingency Plan.
Customers shall be required to comply with all Stage 1 and Stage 2 requirements and restrictions.
See link below for more information:
Boil Water Notice Rescinded
1/18/2024
Boil Water Notice Rescinded
City of Blanco
January 18, 2024
On January 16, 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Blanco public water system, TX0160002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which...
Utility Rate Increase
10/18/2023
Rate Increase effective October 1, 2023
The City Council passed Ordinance 2023-O-013 which raises rates effective on October 1st,
2023. Customers will see the rate increase for the October bill in November. The City passed the
rate increase because costs to purchase water from our provider and to...
Blanco's Annual Lighted Holiday Parade Entry Form Information
11/17/2022
What's New at the City!
10/20/2022
Coming up in November 2022, the City of Blanco will no longer be mailing post cards for the water bills, the water bills will be coming on a paper format in envelopes. Also our credit card system, will be changing from PSN to Fastgovpay. We will also be offering our customer auto draft for their...
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...
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...
Mayor’s Update: HPO and Gateway Monument
9/22/2022
Historic Preservation Officer Vacancy
The City is currently looking for a new Historic Preservation Officer (HPO) who administers the historic preservation ordinance and advises the historic preservation commission on matters submitted to it. The following are the duties and responsibilities of...
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....
Mayor's Update: Community Compliance Officer
9/7/2022
I have heard and read about some concerns with the City’s code compliance work. In the past, the City has had virtually no code compliance program. The City hired a part-time Community Compliance Office, Jonathan Wheeler. He was hired at the request of a couple of council members and some...
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...
Stage 3 Explanation by Mayor Pro Tem Barron
8/1/2022
Hello, Neighbors,
First, thanks to you all for understanding the tough water situation the drought is placing on us and doing all you can to help conserve this precious resource. I received questions about why Blanco went to Stage 3 drought management when Canyon Lake Water System (CLWS)...
Historic Preservation Officer Vacancy
7/29/2022
Our longtime Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), Mr. Rudy Nino, has officially retired from this role and the City is looking for his replacement. We'd like to express our sincere appreciation for all the hard work Mr. Nino’s contributed over the past five years as our HPO. This officer shall...
Town Hall: HWY-281 Updates PowerPoint
7/20/2022
A town hall took place on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at the Gem of the Hills. The City provided a brief update on the future of HWY 281 and representatives from TxDot were there to answer questions. The presentation from the Town Hall can be found below.
Stage 3 Water Restrictions
7/20/2022
As of July 20, 2022, the City of Blanco has implemented Stage 3 water restrictions for all customers of the City of Blanco.
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.
Temporary Street Closure
6/20/2022
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...
STR ordinance
5/19/2022
On May 10, 2022, the City Council passed a short-term rental ordinance.
May 7, 2022 Unofficial Election Results
5/7/2022
Deda Divine - 93
Mike Smith - 134
Ryan Moses - 60
Rodney Thrailkill - 72
Total number of voters: 190
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...
City of Blanco General Municipal Election
4/26/2022
For more information click here or call City Hall at 830-833-4525.
Mayor Update: Bindseil Park Reservations and Brush Disposal Update
4/21/2022
Bindseil Park Reservations
Ronald and Viola Bindseil City Park (aka Bindseil Park) is a small, tree-shaded public park offering picnic areas, benches, and a quarter-mile accessible trail located next to Blanco City Hall. Keep Blanco Beautiful’s Beautification Committee helps water and maintain...
Brush Disposal Update
1/25/2022
At this time, the City will not be accepting brush disposal. The yard is currently at capacity and the burn ban is enacted until Mar. 22, so we are unable to burn brush at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience and will let citizens know when they can drop off their brush again.
City Closures
12/17/2021
The City offices will be closed on Dec. 23, Dec. 24, and Dec. 31 for the holidays. We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday season!
Mayor's Update: Holiday Parade and Dec. Meeting
12/2/2021
By: Mayor Rachel Lumpee
Join us for the annual lighted holiday parade on Saturday, Dec. 11! Businesses, organizations, and individuals are all invited to participate in the parade. There will be an announcer so you can promote your business, organization, or event while having a great time....
Blanco's Annual Lighted Holiday Parade
11/16/2021
Blanco's Annual Lighted Holiday Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. The registration/entry form deadline is December 8, 2021. Citizens can register online here or download the form here. Staging at Blanco High School will begin at 5 p.m. and the parade will begin at 6 p.m....
Mayor's Update: New Website, P&Z Vacancies, and City Employment Opportunities
11/10/2021
By: Mayor Rachel Lumpee
Website
The City of Blanco has a new website, cityofblancotx.gov! Dot Gov domains are only available to genuine U.S.-based government organizations. This domain will be more secure and will make it more difficult for scammers to co-opt our website. It also lets visitors...
4-Way Stop Signs
10/6/2021
TxDOT installed the 4-way stop signs at the corners of 4th Street and Pecan Street this morning.