City of Hays, Texas

08/26/2026

Staff will be working remotely until AC issues at city hall are resolved. Please send an email to [email protected] if you need assistance. Thank you.

08/11/2026

UPDATE: PGMS has completed work at the well sites. The low pressure should be resolved.

08/11/2026

Treasurer Harvey Davis presented the FY27 proposed budget to the council at yesterday’s city council meeting.

The FY27 proposed budget can be found here:
https://cityofhays.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/FY27-Proposed-Budget.pdf

08/11/2026

🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT

A burn ban is now in effect in the unincorporated areas of Hays County, beginning Aug. 11, 2026 and continuing through Sept. 29, 2026, unless otherwise authorized by the Commissioners Court.

🚫 During the burn ban, outdoor burning is prohibited in affected unincorporated areas. Please help protect our communities and reduce the risk of wildfires by following the burn ban and avoiding activities that could spark a fire.

Stay safe and help us prevent wildfires. 🔥

08/11/2026

The City received several reports of low water pressure.

Country Lane Well #3 has received a conditional approval from TCEQ and has been brought online. PGMS is currently servicing our wells.

We will post updates as they are received. Thank you.

08/04/2026

Our next City Council Meeting will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6 PM. The agenda can be found here:

https://cityofhays.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/08-10-2026-Regular-Agenda-1.pdf

08/04/2026

🚨 WEST NILE VIRUS DETECTED IN BUDA 🚨
Hays County Development Services (HCDS) Mosquito Surveillance Program has received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) that a mosquito trap sample collected in the 78610 ZIP code has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The positive sample was collected from a site in Buda on July 30, 2026. This is the fifth West Nile Virus-positive mosquito pool reported by Hays County during the 2026 season. At this time, no human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in Hays County.

Help protect yourself and your family by remembering the 3 Ds:
🦟 DEFEND – Use EPA-approved insect repellent.
👕 DRESS – Wear long, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing outdoors.
💧 DRAIN – Remove standing water where mosquitoes can breed.

Hays County Development Services continues to monitor mosquito activity throughout the season to help protect our community.

Learn more about mosquito surveillance and prevention by visiting the Hays County Development Services website or calling (512) 393-2150. Read Hays County's full press release: https://www.hayscountytx.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/41

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-school season is almost here! If you or someone you know could use a little extra help getting ready for the new school year, here are several community events happening across Hays County offering free food, backpacks, school supplies, health services, haircuts, and other resources for local students and families. 🎒

🥫 Saturday, July 25
Hays County Food Bank Summer Food Distribution
🕙 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 2601 Rattler Rd., San Marcos
Free drive-thru food distribution for families.

🎒 Thursday, July 30
GSMYC Back to School Fest
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 170 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos
Free school supplies, food, haircuts, vaccines, and community resources.

🩺 Saturday, August 1
2026 Back to School Health Fair
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 1301 Hwy. 123, San Marcos
Free school supplies, immunizations, health resources, and family services.

🎒 Saturday, August 1
Backpacks for Bright Futures at IDEA Kyle
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 640 Philomena Dr., Kyle
Free backpacks while supplies last. Students must be present.

🎉 Saturday, August 1
Back-to-School Pep Rally Bash at Tanger Outlet Mall
🕓 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 4015 I-35 South, in the Toys“R”Us parking lot
Family-friendly celebration featuring school spirit, activities, entertainment, giveaways, and more. Sponsored by Slim Chickens.

💇 Sunday, August 2
3rd Annual Kidz Cutz & Curlz
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 1500 W. Center St., Kyle
Free haircuts and nails for HCISD students, plus limited school supplies and shoes. Registration required.

🎉 Saturday, August 8
First Lockhart Bank Back to School Bash
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 2507 Hunter Rd., San Marcos
Free backpacks, food, games, face painting, and more.

🎒 Saturday, August 8
CarlsonCares Backpack Giveaway
🕛 Begins at 12:00 PM
📍 1310 Wonder World Dr., Suite 104, San Marcos
Free backpacks and school supplies. Students must be present.

🎈 Saturday, August 8
Barnabas Connection Back-to-School Fiesta
🕣 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 101 W. Spoke Hill Dr., Wimberley
Free backpacks, school supplies, health services, and community resources. Registration required.

🌟 Sunday, August 16
5th Annual Back to School Bash
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 1100 Patton St., San Marcos
Free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, vaccines, games, and more.

United Way of Hays & Caldwell Counties is proud to support back-to-school efforts across our community. Through our partnership with Tanger Outlets San Marcos and the annual Stuff the Bus campaign, donated school supplies will help equip local organizations serving students and families throughout Hays and Caldwell counties.

ℹ️ Event details are based on information shared by each organization. Please check their website or social media pages for the latest updates and any registration or eligibility requirements.

💬 Know of another back-to-school event? Drop the information in the comments so more families can learn about these great community resources! 📚🎒

07/18/2026

The broken pipe on Country Ln has been repaired by PGMS. Water service has been restored.