Watch Smithville's Census Participation Rate in real time. Thanks to all our Neighborhood Captains for getting the word out and getting the forms returned! We can't move forward until you send it back :)Read more»
I just sent back my Census form, and it was even easier than they said it would be! We're all counting on you to return your forms too. Meantime, here are some videos and other census-related stuff for your entertainment and edification...Read more»
Please read more on the Bastrop County Comprehensive Transportation Plan from Rachael Clampffer, Bastrop County Planner.Read more»
Starting February 26 and running through April 9, local resident Donna Moss will be available at City Hall in the morning and at the Chamber of Commerce in the afternoon to answer any of your questions about the U.S. Census.
FEMA has released more information about threats of wildfires in Texas. Please remember that Smithville is hosting a "firewise" workshop on Saturday, February 11 from 9AM-11AM at the Recreation Center to give you the information and tools you need to reduce the threat of wildfires near your home.
If you have a child in school in Smithville, please take our survey to let us know about how you feel about allowing students in your care to walk or bike to school. This is required through the grant we received for Safe Routes to School, and your answers will help us measure how well the program is working. Thank you for your participation in this important survey!
If you haven't seen it yet, watch the Day Tripper Episode 303 on Smithville. It features Zimmerhanzels, Tom Tierney, Main Street, Buescher State Park, and many other familiar places.
Please check out our local historian David Herrington's website about Smithville History. He and Carol Snyder literally wrote the book ("Images of America: Smithville") so he knows what he's talking about!
We always knew it, but Smithville is now officially a member of "Communities of Character" through the International Character First program. The character traits emphasized include: Loyalty, Justice, Self-Reliance, Self-Discipline, Integrity, Honor, Patriotism, Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Compassion, and Perseverance. Smithville’s participation in this program is a natural extension of its strong tradition of service. Citizens take great pride in the many programs and projects that have been accomplished as a result of tenacious and committed volunteers.
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