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The city of San Marcos is asking for the public’s feedback on the Vision SMTX Comprehensive Plan using a survey that is available between Friday, February 2 and Friday, February 23. The new survey summarizes amendments made by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the San Marcos City Council throughout the Vision SMTX Comprehensive Plan adoption process and allows the public to identify concerns and propose specific changes.

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The price for home materials has risen, along with the price of everyday goods and services. Many in the community are in need of housing repairs that would address basic needs, and the city decided to heed the call by providing funding to two local nonprofits. The San Marcos City Council unanimously approved funding agreements for $400,000 each of American Rescue Plan Act Funds to go to Operation Triage and Mission Able for a total of $800,000 in order to establish a Home Repair and Rehabilitation Program to benefit local residents.

The Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2 court, located at 5458 FM 2770 in Kyle, will open to the public on Monday, Feb. 5.

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Seguin Economic Development Corporation, Schertz Economic Development Corporation and the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation are proud to announce their collaborative effort in hosting the first Regional Job Fair of 2024. This highly anticipated event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. 2 p.m. at the Mckenna Event Center 801 W San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX 78130 and will feature over 50 employers from Cibolo, New Braunfels, Schertz, and Seguin.

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Texas gained more jobs than any other state in the previous decade from businesses relocating from other parts of the country, according to a report published Friday by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.

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The Texas economy is expected to continue its expansion, even in the face of market volatility, according to retired Assistant Vice-President & Senior Economist of the Federal Reserve, Keith Phillips.

Laissez les bon temps rouler! On Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 5-7pm in the iconic Hays County Court House on the square, the Heritage Association of San Marcos will proudly host the 1st Mardi Gras Happy Hour and Silent Auction to celebrate our town and the Mistick Krewe of Okeanos parade. Our diverse culture and small town family spirit brings San Marcos together like no other hill country riverside city.

Following the Mistick Krewe of Okeanos neighborhood parade, the festivities extend into Downtown San Marcos. The Downtown Association of San Marcos (DASM) invites everyone to join in the Mardi Gras Downtown celebration during its inaugural 2024 activation. Embrace the spirit of Mardi Gras as local businesses roll out themed specials, delectable food and entertaining performances. Various Downtown Association members of San Marcos will participate in a storefront decorating contest, dressing up their facades into energized, fun and artistic displays that extend a warm welcome.