Category Archives: General City News

Ready for the Splash Pad at Lone Tree Creek Park?

Jennifer Sourdellia discusses the new Splash Pad at Lone Tree Creek Park.

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Victoria water supply is prepared for the ongoing drought.

Jerry James, Director of Intergovernmental Relations, talks about Victoria’s water resources and explains why Victoria is well prepared for the ongoing drought.

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Victoria CVB seeks volunteers for Victoria Welcome Center on US59S

Danielle Williams from the Victoria CVB discusses the new Victoria Welcome Center on US59 South and is seeking volunteers to help market travel to Victoria

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Police Chief Craig Discusses a Change in Responding to Minor Traffic Accidents

Police Chief Craig discusses a change in the way Police respond to minor traffic accidents.

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Changes to the “Limb Pick-up” Ordinance

Get your tree limbs picked up faster now by following a few simple steps. Environmental Services Director Darryl Lesak tells us how.

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New Items in the 2013 Budget for the Library

Library Director Danya Williams-Capone discusses some of the new projects budgeted for the Library this year, including exterior lighting, e-book purchases and improvements to the kids area of the library.

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“Tech Talks” at the Victoria Public Library

Katherine Henley from the Victoria Public Library discusses upcoming “Tech Talks” for anyone interesting in new technology.

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Victoria’s First Railroad Quiet Zone

Victoria’s first railroad “quiet zone” will debut in 2013. This podcast talks about the City’s first quiet zone and explains why it is not possible to create quiet zones in all of Victoria.

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Is Your Garage Sale Sign or Advertising Sign Legal?

Illegal signs abound during the holiday season. Is your garage sale sign or advertising sign legal?

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Ready for Christmas on the Square and the Lighted Christmas Parade?

Two of the most popular Christmas events in Victoria are free and scheduled for Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1. Listen to the podcast for all the details

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Bootfest – Oct 5-6 in downtown Victoria: Free entertainment and fun for the whole family

Joel Novosad talks us through all the sights and sounds of Bootfest 2012

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Partners in History – LaRue Roth – Victoria Convention and Visitors Bureau Director

LaRue Roth talks about the “Partners in History” tourism concept to market Victoria’s colorful history. (Part 1)

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Entertainers announced for 2012 BOOTFEST !!!

Joel Novosad from the Victoria Convention and Visitors Bureau discusses the featured country music acts for Bootfest 2012 on October 5-6. Remember Bootfest 2o12 is a free event

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City begins switch to automatic meter-reading system.

The City of Victoria has begun to switch from our manual water meters to an automatic meter-reading system that electronically records water usage and sends that information to the City.

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Economic Development – Understanding Tax Abatements.

Dale Fowler, President of VEDC, discusses tax abatements and how they help to bring new industries like Caterpillar to Victoria.

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Three important hurricane tips for 2012.

Jeb Lacey discusses three important hurricane tips for this years hurricane season, including getting your cell phone listed for emergency information.

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Recycling program for businesses now underway in Victoria!

Victoria businesses can now recycle through a new service from Waste Management. Listen to this podcast for more info.

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Tips for the Ozone Action Season.

Marie Lester from the Environmental Services Department will discuss this year’s Ozone Action Season and what we can do to prevent ozone from increasing in Victoria.

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A Water Storage and Recovery System for Victoria.

The City is studying a “Water Storage and Recovery System” for Victoria. This would provide another water supply for Victoria, especially during drought conditions. Other cities have done this successfully. Listen to this innovative idea as Jerry James discusses the … Continue reading

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Library’s Summer Reading Program – jump start your child’s education.

Erica Lien discusses the Victoria Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, changes to the Teen Reading Program, and how important it is to introduce infants and toddlers to reading. It’s another free program from the library!

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