Part of WS Young to be closed starting today

Closure is for asphalt overlay and milling services

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 27, 2022) The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation Division will be closing WS Young Drive from Central Texas Expressway (I-14) to Bacon Road Ranch starting Thursday, Jan. 27 throug...

City of Killeen announces funding for North Killeen/downtown, small businesses

ARPA grants available for new start-ups and existing small businesses

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 20, 2022) – The City of Killeen has announced grants available for start-up businesses in north Killeen and downtown, as well as for existing, small businesses throughout the city. $1 million has been allocated to the North ...

No major interruptions for passengers during filming at Killeen-Fort Hood Airport

Network to film on Jan. 25

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 24, 2022) – Officials at the Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) confirm there will be no disruptions during a filming that is set to occur at the site on Tuesday, Jan. 25.

Limited scenes will affect the lobby area, tick...

City of Killeen participates in annual homeless count program this week

City partners with group for survey to improve understanding of their needs, circumstances

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 24, 2022) – The City of Killeen will take part in an annual, coordinated effort to measure homelessness across Texas on Thursday, Jan. 27. In association with the Texas Homeless Network, volunteers from the community will co...

Multiple road closures scheduled for Jan. 24 – Jan. 28

Lane closures are apart of an ongoing project

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 21, 2022) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing several roads next week, weather permitting, as part of an ongoing project to install a 20-inch natural g...

Moss Rose Center to Open as Warming Center Friday and Saturday

City partners with group to provide relief from cold

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 21, 2022) – The City of Killeen has partnered with the Killeen Housing Authority, to provide an increased services warming center for those in need on Friday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 22.

Dinner will be served at the Moss R...

Killeen Flag to be lowered to half-staff to honor former mayor Sidney E. Young

Young served the city for more than 10 years

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 20, 2022) – Mayor Jose Segarra has ordered the City of Killeen flag to half-staff from Friday, Jan. 21 - Sunday, Jan. 23, in honor of former mayor Sidney E. Young, who died Jan. 16.

Young was mayor from 1986 &nd...

Community Center to Open as Warming Center

Center offers temporary relief from cold

The City of Killeen will open the Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.) as a warming center Thursday, January 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning. 

City warming centers are set up to offer temporary r...

Part of Pershing Drive to be closed Wednesday

Closure is for asphalt work

Pershing Drive between Fort Hood Street and Old FM 440 will have temporary lane closures Wednesday, Jan 19.

Crews will be performing asphalt work in the area and will need to close parts of the road for access.  

The road will remain open but tempo...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for several properties

Notice was issued due to fire hydrant being hit

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 16, 2022) - A boil water notice issued effective Jan 14, 2022 for properties located at 1001-1007 Jackson Street, 1601-1709 Wood Avenue, 1501 Rancier Avenue, 1102 Toliver, and 1101-1103 Jacqueline Street is lifted effective i...

Moss Rose Center to Open as Warming Center

City partners with group to provide relief from cold

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 14, 2022) – The City of Killeen has partnered with the Killeen Housing Authority, the League of United Latin American Citizens District 17 (LULAC), LULAC-Herencia #4297 Killeen and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Texas District 14 to pro...

COVID19 Service Sites to continue starting Jan. 18

City partners to offer rapid testing and vaccines

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 14, 2022) – The City of Killeen has again partnered with Killeen Independent School District (KISD) and other area partners to provide free rapid COVID19 testing and vaccines to the public at two service sites opening Tuesda...

Boil Water Notice Issued for several properties

Notice issued due to fire hydrant hit

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Jan 14, 2022 immediately for properties located at 1001-1007 Jackson St., 1601-1709 Wood Ave., 1501 Rancier Ave., 1102 Toliver, and 1101-1103 Jacqueline St.

Due to a fire hydrant being hit, water crews will...

Killeen’s Upcoming Trash Collection Trash Collection

Monday and Tuesday collections to run a day late

The City of Killeen’s trash collections will run on an amended schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The City of Killeen Offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, therefore there will be no collection services on Martin Luther King Jr....

Killeen mayor recognizes MLK “Dream Weekend” organizers, events

Several local groups unite to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this weekend

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 12, 2022) – Mayor Jose Segarra is recognizing several, local organizations who are uniting to remember Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in celebrations from Friday, Jan. 14 – Monday, Jan. 17 with the theme, &ld...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for properties on Pepper Mill Hollow

Notice issued due to break in water line

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 11, 2022) - A boil water notice issued Jan 8, 2022 for properties located on 5003 - 5019 Pepper Mill Hollow is lifted effective immediately.

Water crews had to isolate a water main due to a break in the water line. Crews remained on si...

Boil Water Notice Issued for properties on Pepper Mill Hollow

Notice issued due to break in water line

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 8, 2022) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Jan 8, 2022 immediately for properties located on 5003 - 5019 Pepper Mill Hollow.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to isolate the water main. Water cre...

Westbound lane of Stephen Drive to be closed next week

Closure is for sewer service repair

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 7, 2022) – Stephen Drive between Fort Hood Road and Old FM 440 will have westbound temporary lane closures Monday, Jan. 10 to Wednesday, Jan 12.

Crews will be repairing a sewer in the area and will need to close parts of the ...

Three road lane closures planned for next two weeks

Closures are fore asphalt overlay and milling services

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 7, 2022) The City of Killeen's Public Works Transportation Division will be closing the following roads beginning Monday, Jan. 10 through Friday, Jan. 21:

• East Trimmier Road from Stagecoach Road to County Maintenance ...

Resurface work at SH 201 and Bunny Trail rescheduled

Work is part of new traffic signal being installed

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 7, 2022) – Asphalt resurfacing work on the east and westbound lanes of State Highway 201 (Clear Creek Road) at the intersection of State Highway 201 and Bunny Trail scheduled for Friday has been rescheduled due to cold weath...

Killeen Flag to be lowered to half-staff to honor former City Manager Connie Green

Green served city for more than 20 years

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 6, 2022) – Mayor Jose Segarra has ordered the City of Killeen Flag to half-staff Friday, January 7, through Sunday, Jan 9, in honor of former city manager Connie Green, who died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021.

Mr. Green was hired b...

Community Center to Open as Warming Center

Center offers temporary relief from cold

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 6, 2022) – The City of Killeen will open the Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.) as a warming center tonight (Thursday, Jan. 6), from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning.

City warming centers are set up t...

COVID Service Sites to open Thursday

City partners with Killeen ISD, Texas Military Department to provide testing, vaccines through next week

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 5, 2022) – The City of Killeen is again partnering with Killeen Independent School District (KISD) and Texas Military Department to provide free rapid COVID19 testing and vaccines over the next two weeks at two COVID Service...

Resurface work at SH 201 and Bunny Trail to resume Friday

Work is part of new traffic signal being installed

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 4, 2022) – Crews that began resurfacing asphalt on the east and westbound lanes of State Highway 201 (Clear Creek Road) at the intersection of State Highway 201 and Bunny Trail on Tuesday will resume that work to Friday.&...

Surveyors to be performing site assessment on Gilmer Street

Three-day survey for reconstruction project

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 3, 2022) – Engineers will be conducting a site assessment of Gilmer Street from West Veterans Memorial Boulevard to W. Rancier Avenue from Tuesday, Jan 4 through Friday, Jan. 7. Crews will be onsite from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m. each...

Warming center to open tonight

Center will be at Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.)

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 3, 2022) – The City of Killeen will open the Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.) as a warming center on Monday, Jan. 3, from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning. 

City warming centers a...

Crews to resurface SH 201 at Bunny Trail

Work is part of new traffic signal being installed

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 3, 2022) – Crews will be resurfacing asphalt on the east and westbound lanes of State Highway 201 (Clear Creek Road) at the intersection of State Highway 201 and Bunny Trail on Tuesday, Jan. 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.&nb...

Free COVID19 Rapid Testing Available Today and Tuesday

City partners with Killeen ISD to provide testing

KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 3, 2022) – The City of Killeen has again partnered with Killeen Independent School District (KISD) to provide free rapid COVID19 testing to the public. Testing will take place today, Monday, Jan. 3, and Tuesday, Jan. 4, from...

New Year's Fire Safety

Celebrate safely and remember fireworks are illegal in the city

The City of Killeen hopes that the entire community has an amazing New Year celebration. In order to be considerate of the community, your neighbors, pets and veterans we would like to remind the community that fireworks of any kind are not permitted in t...

Community Center to Open as Warming Center

Center offers temporary relief from cold

The City of Killeen will open the Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.) as a warming center on Saturday (1/1/2022) and Sunday (1/2/2022) from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning. 

City warming centers are set up to off...

Patton Road and Stone Avenue intersection to be closed starting Friday

Closure is for drainage improvements

The northern intersection of Patton Road and Stone Avenue will be closed from Friday, Dec. 31, 2021 through Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, including overnights. Stone Avenue and the southern intersection of Patton Road and Stone Avenue will both remain open to tra...

Boil Water Notice for properties on Charisse Street and Zephyr Road lifted

Notice was issued due to break in water line

A boil water notice issued effective beginning Dec. 27, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on 1101 - 1210 Charisse St., and 4003, 4100, 4103, 4201, 4302, 4306 and 4310 Zephyr Road is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water line, wate...

Boil Water Notice for properties on Rev. R A Ambercrombie Dr. lifted

Notice was issued due to break in water line

A boil water notice issued Dec. 27, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on 703 - 807 Rev. R A Abercrombie Dr. is lifted effective immediately. 

Due to a break in the water line, water crews had to isolate the water main. Water crews remained o...

City monitoring incoming cold front

Residents urged to take precautions ahead of potential freeze

The City of Killeen Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management has been actively monitoring the incoming cold front and coordinating with city leaders and partners since Monday, December 27. The city expects to open a warming center both Satur...

Killeen’s Special Holiday Trash/Bulk Collection, Tree Recycling

Thursday and Friday collections to run a day early

The City of Killeen’s trash collections will run on an amended schedule during the New Year’s holiday.

The City of Killeen Offices are closed Friday, Dec. 31, therefore there will be no collection services on New Year’s Eve, D...

Boil Water Notice Issued for properties on Charisse Street and Zephyr Road

Notices issued due to break in water line

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Dec. 27, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on1101 - 1210 Charisse St., and 4003, 4100, 4103, 4201, 4302, 4306 and 4310 Zephyr Road.

 Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to...

Boil Water Notice Issued for properties on Rev. R A Ambercrombie Dr.

Notice issued due to break in water line

 A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Dec. 27, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on 703 - 807 Rev. R A Abercrombie Dr.

 Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to isolate the water main. Water crews will...

Holiday Contest Winners Announced

Christmas parade and house decorating contest a festive hit

The City of Killeen is pleased to announce the winners of the annual Christmas Parade and outdoor decorating contest. More than 2,000 votes were cast in the outdoor decorating contest creating a nice competition between the seven house entries, w...

Boil Water Notice lifted for properties on E. Veterans Memorial Blvd., Jefferis Ave.

Fire hydrant replacement completed

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 19, 2021) – A boil water notice issued effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021 at 8a.m. for properties located from 3300 to 3716 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard and expanded to 700-710 Jefferis Avenue is lifted effective ...

Boil Water Notice lifted for E. Central Texas Expressway properties

Valve installment completed

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 19, 2021) – A boil water notice issued effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at 8 a.m. for properties located from 3620 to 3806 E. Central Texas Expressway is lifted effective immediately.

Contractors install...

Patton Road and Stone Avenue intersection to be closed starting Saturday

Closure is for drainage improvements

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 16, 2021) – The northern intersection of Patton Road and Stone Avenue will be closed from Saturday, Dec. 18 through Friday, Dec. 31, including overnights. Stone Avenue and the southern intersection of Patton Road and Stone A...

Boil Water Notice area expanded to Jefferis Avenue properties

Fire hydrant replacement to interrupt service.

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 15, 2021) – A boil water notice is issued effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at 8 a.m. for properties located from 3300 to 3716 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard as well as 700-710 Jefferis Avenue.

Crews are replacing a fire hy...

Advance Boil Water Notice issued for properties on E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard

Fire hydrant replacement to interrupt service.

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 14, 2021) – A boil water notice is issued effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at 8 a.m. for properties located from 3300 to 3716 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard.

Crews will be replacing a fire hydrant. Crews...

Boil Water Notice Issued for several Central Texas Expressway properties beginning Dec. 15

Valve installment to interrupt service.

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 14, 2021) – A boil water notice is issued effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at 8 a.m. for properties located from 3620 to 3806 E. Central Texas Expressway.

Crews will be installing a valve and lowering the water main. Crews...

Killeen’s Special Holiday Trash/Bulk Collection, Tree Recycling

Thursday and Friday collections to run a day early

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 13, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s trash collections will run on an amended schedule during the week of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

The City of Killeen Offices are closed on Thursday, Dec. 23, Fr...

Lane closure on North Roy Reynolds Drive planned Tuesday through Thursday

Closure is part of ongoing natural gas installation work

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 13, 2021) – The outside northbound lane of North Roy Reynolds Drive from East Rancier Avenue to Greengate Drive will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 14 through Thursday, Dec. 16, including overnights.

The closure is to allow acces...

Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold

The City of Killeen’s Emergency Management Service will open the Killeen Community Center (2201 E. Veterans Memorial Blvd.) as a warming station from 8p.m. today through 8 Sunday morning for those who require overnight relief from freezing tempe...

Boil Water Notice issued Dec. 8 lifted

Fire hydrant replacement interrupted service

– A boil water notice issued Dec. 8, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 1507 to 1610 N. Gray Street, as well as 205 Hoover Avenue and 208 Anderson Avenue is lifted effective immediately.

 Crews replaced a fire hydrant and ...

Public invited to hear results of surveys to improve the city at three-day workshop

Community asked to continue to provide feedback, ideas in Killeen’s Comprehensive Plan

The City of Killeen is inviting citizens to hear the results of surveys completed by the public this year to improve our city. It will take place from Monday, Dec. 13 – Wednesday, Dec. 15 at the Killeen Utility Collection Conference Room through...

City of Killeen begins installing thousands of new smart meters

Public Works will replace mechanical water meters throughout the city

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 10, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works has begun replacing mechanical water meters with 5,000 smart water meters across the city.

This is apart of a ten-year program that will replace the curre...

Several road closures planned through Dec. 15

Closures are for ongoing project for installation of natural gas line

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing several roads the next few days, as part of an ongoing project to install a 20-inch natural gas line in north east Killeen.

 The scheduled c...

Dozens of groups participating in Killeen’s Christmas Parade tomorrow

Appropriate security will be enforced, parade route updated

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 10, 2021) – The City of Killeen invites the community out to the 58^th annual Christmas Parade tomorrow, Saturday, December 11th at 1 p.m. in Historic Downtown Killeen. 

The parade will begin on Avenue D and 2^nd Stree...

Killeen Public Library forgives fees in exchange for Animal Shelter donations

Annual overdue fee amnesty program helps shelter collect much-needed items

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 8, 2021) – The City of Killeen Library is continuing its annual program to erase citizens’ overdue fees and reset library account balances to $0, by helping the Killeen Animal Shelter.

From now through Dec. 22, citi...

Public invited to provide feedback, ideas at three-day workshop

Killeen’s Comprehensive Plan takes next step forward

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 7, 2021) – The City of Killeen is inviting citizens to join us in our next steps in shaping the future of our city, through a series of interactive workshops from Monday, Dec. 13 – Wednesday, Dec. 15.

This is all a ...

Killeen Police Department, community partner to hold blood drive

The City of Killeen is working with Baylor Scott and White on Friday, Dec. 10

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 7, 2021) – The City of Killeen and the Killeen Police Department, in cooperation with Baylor Scott & White Blood Center will hold a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 10 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the police department, located at...

Community invited to Town Hall on City of Killeen Proposed Charter Amendments

Citizens are asked to provide feedback

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 7, 2021) – The City of Killeen is inviting citizens to a Town Hall meeting to discuss proposed Charter Amendments.

The public forum will be Monday, Dec. 13 at 6p.m. at City Hall (101 North College Street). Citizens are invited to offer...

Boil Water Notice Issued for several properties beginning Dec. 8

Fire hydrant replacement to interrupt service.

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 6, 2021) – A boil water notice is issued effective Dec. 8, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 1507 to 1610 N. Gray Street, as well as 205 Hoover Avenue and 208 Anderson Avenue.

Crews will be replacing a fire hydrant wil...

“On Ice” theme for this year’s Christmas Parade on Dec. 11

Killeen has held the parade for 58 years

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 6, 2021) – The 58^th annual Killeen Christmas Parade will be held this Saturday, December 11th at 1 p.m. in Historic Downtown Killeen. 

The parade will begin on Avenue D and 2^nd Street and feature Santa Claus on a fir...

Ruiz Drive and Savage Drive closed through Tuesday

Closures are for ongoing project for installation of natural gas line

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 6, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Ruiz Drive, from Willowbend Drive to Shoemaker Drive, and Savage Drive, from Westcliff R...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Sherman Drive

Crews complete water main break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Dec. 2, 2021 at 10:30a.m. for properties located at 2001-2106 Sherman Drive is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews had to isolate the ruptured section of the water main to comp...

Lane closures on El Dorado Drive and Alta Mira Drive starting Monday

Closures are for sanitary sewer services

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 3, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing the westbound lane of El Dorado Drive, from Chestnut Drive to North WS Young Drive, on Monday, Dec. 6 and ...

Several road closures planned for next week

Closures are for ongoing project for installation of natural gas line

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 3, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing several roads this week, as part of an ongoing project to install a 20-inch natural gas line in north east...

Reminder: ‘Holiday Under the Stars’ kicks off tomorrow

The three-day event will be held in Historic Downtown Killeen

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 2, 2021) – A piece of Christmas will be in Historic Downtown Killeen all weekend long during the annual ‘Holiday Under the Stars’ event. This will be feature three days of activities for the public to enj...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Sherman Drive

Notice for water main break

KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 2, 2021) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Dec. 2, 2021 at 10:30a.m. for properties located at 2001-2106 Sherman Drive.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to isolate the water main. Water crews wi...

Donations needed for Killeen Animal Services

Animals are in need of blankets, towels, linens, etc.

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 30, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Animal Services division is requesting the community’s assistance with keeping their pets warm. The animals in their facility are in need of blankets, towels and linens. Other items that can be used a...

Several road closures planned this week

Closures are for ongoing project for installation of natural gas line

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing several roads this week, as part of an ongoing project to install a 20-inch natural gas line in north east Killeen.

The scheduled closures ...

Jim Avenue Structure Fire

No injuries reported

On November 25, 2021 at approximately 1709 hours, the Killeen Fire Department was dispatched to 5703 Jim Avenue for a structure fire.  The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time while it is under investigation.  The fire originat...

Lazy Ridge Drive to be closed Nov. 27, 29 and 30

Closures are for ongoing project for installation of natural gas line

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 24, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Lazy Ridge Drive from Westlcliff Road to Whitmire Drive on Saturday, Nov. 27, Monday, Nov. 29 and Tuesday...

Several road closures planned for last two weeks in November

Closures are part of ongoing project to install natural gas main

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 19, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing several roads during the last two weeks of November, as part of an ongoing project to install a 20-inch n...

City of Killeen works with community partners for more rounds of COVID-19 vaccinations

Partners include KISD, the Bell County Public Health District and the Texas Military Department

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 17, 2021) – For the second week, the City of Killeen is partnering with the Killeen Independent School District, the Bell County Public Health District, and the Texas Military Department to provide free COVID-19 rapid testin...

Annual Christmas Parade to be held Dec. 11

Parade entries being accepted through Nov. 30

The 58^th annual Killeen Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, December 11th at 1 p.m. in Historic Downtown Killeen. The deadline for parade entries will be Nov. 30.

 The parade theme is, “On Ice,” and participants are encouraged to incorporate i...

‘Holiday Under the Stars’ to be held Dec. 3-5

Annual event will be held in downtown Killeen

Killeen’s annual Holiday Under the Stars event will be held Downtown and will feature three days of activities for the public to enjoy from Dec. 3-5.

The free event begins on Friday at 7 p.m. with a tree lighting and snow show. There will also be...

Road closures on multiple streets from Nov. 17 - Nov. 19

Closures are for installation of utilities

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 15, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Hunt Drive from Chase Circle to Mountain View Drive, Schwertner Drive from Wood Hollow Drive to Whitmire ...

Road closure on Rosewood Drive extended through Nov. 19

Street closure is for asphalt overlay and milling

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation Division is extending its current closure on Rosewood Drive from Parkwood Drive to Riverstone Drive through Friday, November 19. Work on the road began Nov. 2. The closur...

Road closures on Hunt Drive and Kirk Avenue

Closures are for installation of natural gas main

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Hunt Drive from Chase Circle to Mountain View Drive, Thursday, Nov. 11, and Kirk Avenue from Willowbend Drive to Sierra Drive, Monday, Nov. 15 throu...

Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 site ends, partners offering vaccines & tests for all approved ages

Bell County Public Health District and KISD will host sites

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 9, 2021) – The City of Killeen has suspended its free COVID-19 drive-thru for vaccines and tests amid a drop in demand and is now working with community partners to continue helping the public. The City will now assist the B...

City of Killeen participates in National Young Readers Week, Children’s Book Week

Mayor, councilmembers, police officers and firefighters read to KISD students

KILLEEN, Texas (Nov. 9, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s mayor Jose Segarra, councilmembers, police officers and fire department personnel are spending the week meeting in classrooms within the Killeen Independent School District to greet...

Preliminary data available for water flushing totals during Killeen’s city-wide boil water notice

City officials working to confirm final totals by next week

The City of Killeen’s Public Works Department says preliminary data shows an estimated 39 million gallons of water was flushed during the city-wide boil water notice issued Oct. 19-29 and estimates it cost $28,470. City officials say those are i...

Road closures on Hunt Drive and Schwertner Drive from Nov. 8 - Nov. 10

Closures are for installation of natural gas main

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Hunt Drive from Chase Circle to Mountain View Drive, and Schwertner Drive from Wood Hollow Drive to Whitmire Drive beginning Monday, Nov. 8 through ...

United Airlines to suspend service at Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport

Airline cites pandemic-related shortages, leaves door open for return

United Airlines has announced it will suspend service to the Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK), along with seven other regional airports in the United States, effective Jan. 4, 2022. The airline cited pandemic-related shortages, including limited r...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue this Wednesday and Thursday

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Wednesday, Nov. 3 and Thursday, Nov. 4 this week. The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. Booster shots are ...

Road closure on Rosewood Drive from Nov. 2 - Nov. 12

Street closure is for asphalt overlay and milling

The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation Division will be closing Rosewood Drive from Parkwood Drive to Riverstone Drive beginning Tuesday, Nov. 2 - Friday, Nov. 12. The closure will be from 7a.m. – 7p...

Annual Veterans Day Parade to be held in Killeen on Nov. 11

Annual parade returns after being canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19

The annual Central Texas Community Veterans Day Parade will march through historic downtown Killeen on Thursday, November 11 at 11 a.m. The Grand Marshal will be Brig. Gen. Monté L. Rone, who is Deputy Commanding General for Maneuver at Fort Ho...

Killeen announces Boil Water Notice is lifted throughout entire city

TCEQ confirms water test results are above acceptable level

The City of Killeen has received approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to lift the city-wide boil water notice (BWN) for the entire city. This follows lab samples that have returned after a 24-hour testing process. On. Oct. 28...

Killeen Boil Water Notice lifted in eastern parts of the city

After 8 days under city-wide BWN, TCEQ confirms water test results are acceptable in portions of Killeen

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 28, 2021; 9:30a.m. Update) – The City of Killeen has received approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to lift the city-wide boil water notice (BWN) in the eastern portion of the city. This follows ...

Lab says additional monitoring needed, TCEQ unable to lift Killeen boil water notice Wednesday night

Samples will be re-tested Thursday morning, clock resets for results

The City of Killeen has just received confirmation that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is not able to lift the city-wide boil water notice (BWN), pending additional monitoring of select samples.

Yesterday city officials anno...

First set of test results due back from lab tomorrow night amid boil water notice

Leaders announce hopes to lift order in portions of the city once safe results are returned

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 26, 2021; 7:30p.m. Update) – During tonight’s City Council meeting, city officials announced that the first set of samples have been sent to a lab for a 24-hour testing process, amid a boil water notice (BWN) that ...

City of Killeen invites community to City Council meeting for water system updates

Tonight WCID, the City will provide information about chlorine conversion, boil water notice

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 26, 2021; 11:30a.m. Update) – The City of Killeen is reminding all citizens that they’re invited to tonight’s weekly City Council meeting at 5p.m. at City Hall (101 N. College Street, Killeen).

The boil water notice (BWN) tha...

City of Killeen releases video update on latest WCID water system concerns

“We’re going to fight together…trust the process” amid boil water notice

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 25, 2021; 4p.m. Update) – Please see video update from the City of Killeen’s Executive Director of Public Works, Jeffery Reynolds.

https://youtu.be/XvPAeSPdAvY 

*New Information*

-“We’ve s...

Road closure on Onion Road from Oct. 26 - Oct. 29

Street closure is for asphalt overlay and milling

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 25, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Transportation Division will be closing Onion Road from Elms Road to Stagecoach Road beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 26 - Friday, Oct. 29. The closure will be from 7a.m. &nda...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue this Wednesday and Thursday

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Wednesday, Oct. 27 and Thursday, Oct. 28 this week. The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. Booster shots a...

WCID shifts focus to flushing, sampling Killeen water distribution system

Killeen Water and Sewer crews worked through weekend with TCEQ assisting water conversion process

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 25, 2021; 11:30a.m. Update) – The Bell County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) has shifted its water chlorine conversion focus from the City of Killeen’s five elevated storage tanks (ESTs), to points f...

WCID moves focus of chlorine conversion to City’s elevated storage tanks

Killeen Water and Sewer crews continue flushing system through the weekend amid boil water notice

(11:30a.m. Update) – The Bell County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) has been working with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), City of Killeen and surrounding cities throughout the weekend on a chlorine conversion...

City crews work overnight flushing water system, WCID’s chlorine conversion takes effect in Killeen

Water and Sewer crews will continue working through the weekend

11a.m. Update –The City of Killeen started to see chlorine conversion occurring in its water system take points early this morning, following the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District’s (WCID) implementation of a temporary...

TCEQ meets with WCID, City of Killeen and surrounding cities for water system review

Around-the-clock flushing of system to begin today and last through the weekend

(Oct. 22, 2021; 1p.m. Update) – The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has arrived in the Killeen area to review water issues presented by the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) and advise on the next steps.

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City of Killeen partners with annual Stand Down event

Operation Stand Down supports homeless community

The City of Killeen is proud to assist Operation Stand Down Central Texas at the 8^th annual Fall Stand Down and Community Triage.

The event is this Saturday from 9a.m. -3p.m. at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center (3601 South WS Young Drive, ...

WCID provides updates on its water system amid boil water order

They will implement temporary disinfectant conversion from chloramines to free chlorine

(6p.m. Update) – The Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 (WCID) is providing an update on the issues occurring within its water system and announcing their next steps amid the city-wide boil water notice in Killeen.

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Tests, sampling continue in city-wide Boil Water Notice for Killeen customers

TCEQ team headed to Killeen, limited bottled water supply available

The Public Works Department of the City of Killeen went through a massive flushing of the water system yesterday and are working with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Bell County Water Control and Improvement ...

Update to city-wide Boil Water Notice Issued for all City of Killeen Customers

Water samples currently being tested

The Public Works Department of the City of Killeen now has updates to the city-wide boil water notice that was issued on Oct. 19, 2021 at 5:30p.m. for all City of Killeen water customers.

The notice was issued due to quarterly water samp...

Boil Water Notice Issued for all City of Killeen Customers

Water samples indicate chlorine residuals below guidelines

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Oct. 19, 2021 at 5:30p.m. for all City of Killeen water customers.

Due to quarterly water samples taken from six sites indicating chlorine residuals below TCEQ guidelines, effective immediately th...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue this Wednesday through Friday

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Wednesday, Oct. 20 - Friday, Oct. 22 this week. The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. Booster shots are n...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Hallmark Avenue, Dimple Street and Safady Avenue

Crews installed new fire hydrant

 A boil water notice issued effective beginning Oct. 13, 2021 at 7a.m. for properties located at 711-819 Hallmark Avenue, 505-608 Dimple Street and 801-809 Safady Avenue is lifted effective immediately.

Water crews installed a new fire h...

Road closure on Schwertner Drive from Oct. 18 - Oct. 20

Street closure is for installation of natural gas main

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 15, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Department of Public Works’ Engineering Division will be closing Schwertner Drive from Wood Hollow Drive to Whitmire Drive beginning Monday, Oct. 18 through Wednesday, Oc...

City of Killeen’s annual Fall Festival to be held Oct. 30

Hayrides, games, crafts and more will be available

The City of Killeen’s Recreation Services Division is holding its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 5-9p.m. at the Stonetree Golf Club (1600 Stonetree Drive).

Activities include games, crafts, hayrides, selfie stations, a h...

Road closures on Hunt Drive and Schwertner Drive Oct. 12 and 13

Closures are for installation of natural gas main

The City of Killeen will have two road closures over the next, two days. 

First, Hunt Drive from Chase Circle to Mountain View Drive, will be closed to through traffic on Tuesday, Oct. 12 and 13 from 7a.m. - 5p.m., weather permitting. Al...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on South Fort Hood Road

Crews complete water line break repairs

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 10, 2021) - A boil water notice effective beginning Oct. 7, 2021 at 7p.m. for properties located at 6101-6701 South Fort Hood Road is lifted effective immediately.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line, causing a b...

City of Killeen will be open on Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day

All services will be available

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 8, 2021) – All City offices will be open on Columbus/Indigenous People’s Day, Monday, Oct. 11.

All services will be available, including Recreation Services, libraries and the animal shelter. Garbage collection will...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on South Fort Hood Road

Crews repairing water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Oct. 7, 2021 at 7p.m. for properties located at 6101-6701 South Fort Hood Road.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line, causing a break in the line. Water crews will need to isolate the...

Killeen Municipal Court Judge Mark Kimball to retire in February 2022

Kimball has served the City since 2014

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct.7, 2021) – Judge Mark Kimball, Presiding Judge of the City of Killeen’s Municipal Court, has announced he will retire in February 2022.

Judge Kimball was sworn in on Feb. 24, 2014 and says he has enjoyed his time working for the City.

“W...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Hallmark Avenue, Dimple Street and Safady Avenue

Crews installing fire hydrant

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 7, 2021) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Oct. 13, 2021 at 7a.m. for properties located at 711-819 Hallmark Avenue, 505-608 Dimple Street and 801-809 Safady Avenue.

Water crews will be installing a new fire ...

Free bulk trash collection for Fall ‘Killeen’ Up next week

Annual fall cleanup event scheduled for Oct. 11-15

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 7, 2021) – The City of Killeen will be conducting a fall cleanup event (“Fall Killeen-Up”) during the week of Oct. 11 – Oct. 15. The City was unable to provide the Spring Cleanups in 2020 and 20...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Yates Road, Laura Drive, Burk Drive and Reese Creek Road

Crews complete water line break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Oct. 4, 2021 at 8p.m. for properties located at 123-479 Yates Road, 168-580 Laura Drive, 103-481 Burk Drive, and 293-711 Reese Creek Road is lifted effective immediately.

A contractor working in the area hi...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on West Stan Schlueter Loop

Crews complete water line break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 29, 2021 at 12:30p.m. for properties located at 3902-4003 W. Stan Schlueter Loop, as well as 4201, 4301, 4303, 4401 and 4501 W. Stan Schlueter Loop is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water l...

Drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 5, 2021) – The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Wednesday, Oct. 6 - Friday, Oct. 8 this week, as well as next Wednesday, Oct. 13 and Thursday, Oct 14. The site will b...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Yates Road, Laura Drive, Burk Drive and Reese Creek Road

Crews repairing broken water line

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Oct. 4, 2021 at 8p.m. for properties located at 123-479 Yates Road, 168-580 Laura Drive, 103-481 Burk Drive, and 293-711 Reese Creek Road.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line, causing a break ...

Boil Water Notice Lifted

Broken angle stop repaired

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 4, 2021) - A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 29, 2021 at 10:30a.m. for properties located at 3200-3322 E. Rancier Avenue, 501-800 N. 46^th Street, 501-814 Lisa Lane, 501-808 Colonial Lane, 3400-3414 Victoria Circle...

Killeen Fire Department hosts Open House event during Fire Prevention Week

Opportunity to meet and greet with firefighters and explore fire safety activities

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 4, 2021) – The Killeen Fire Department is inviting the community out to an Open House event to discuss fire safety and prevention tips and participate in demonstrations.

The event falls during Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 9 f...

Trick-or-Treating in the City of Killeen will be held on Oct. 30

Halloween is Sunday, Oct. 31 and door-to-door celebrations will be Saturday from 6-9p.m.

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 4, 2021) – The City of Killeen is recommending residents observe Trick-or-Treating on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 6-9p.m. The City also encourages everyone to take the proper precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Halloween is on Sund...

Boil Water Notice lifted for Property on Lowes Boulevard/Walmart Supercenter

Crews complete water line break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 28, 2021 at 4:30p.m. for the Walmart Supercenter property located at 1400 Lowes Boulevard is lifted effective immediately.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line...

Road closure on Dean Avenue on Oct. 4 and Oct. 5

Street closure is for sanitary sewer services

KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 1, 2021) – Dean Avenue from 4^th Street to 2^nd Street will be closed to through traffic on Monday, Oct. 4 and Tuesday, Oct. 5 from 7a.m. - 5p.m., weather permitting. All lanes will reopen after normal business hours.

Sanitary ...

Road work to begin on Cunningham Road Monday, Oct. 4

Road closures, asphalt overlay and milling services expected through midweek

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 30, 2021) – Beginning Monday, Oct. 4, the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department will be working with Lone Star Paving to complete the asphalt overlay and milling services on Cunningham Road from Little Nolan...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Fort Hood Road

Crews complete water line break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 27, 2021 at 4p.m. for properties located on 6101-6701 S. Fort Hood Road is lifted effective immediately.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line. Water crews isol...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on West Stan Schlueter Loop

Crews repairing broken water line

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 29, 2021) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 29, 2021 at 12:30p.m. for properties located at 3902-4003 W. Stan Schlueter Loop, as well as 4201, 4301, 4303, 4401 and 4501 W. Stan Schlueter Loop.

Due to a break in...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Rancier, 46th, Lisa, Colonial Victoria, Atkinson, Esther

Crews repairing a broken angle stop

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 29, 2021) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 29, 2021 at 10:30a.m. for properties located at 3200-3322 E. Rancier Avenue, 501-800 N. 46^th Street, 501-814 Lisa Lane, 501-808 Colonial Lane, 3400-3414 Vic...

Killeen Police to wash Fire Department vehicles, following Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

KFD received more votes than KPD during August “Boots vs. Badges” event for a good cause

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 28, 2021) – The City of Killeen Police Department personnel will be washing vehicles of our Killeen Fire Department this Thursday, Sept. 30, following the City’s Battle of the Badges blood drive in August.

The City...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Property on Lowes Boulevard/Walmart Supercenter

Crews repairing water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 28, 2021 at 4:30p.m. for the Walmart Supercenter property located at 1400 Lowes Boulevard.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line. Water crews will nee...

Repairs at local intersections’ traffic signals

Repairs should be complete by Wednesday Sept. 29

Today the Transportation Division of the City of Killeen’s Public Works Department began repairs on flashing traffic signals at the intersections of W.S. Young Drive and Terrace Drive, as well as Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Rosewood Dr...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Fort Hood Road

Crews repairing water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 27, 2021 at 4p.m. for properties located at 6101-6701 South Fort Hood Road.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line. Water crews will need to isolate th...

Community Walk Against Domestic Violence on Oct. 2

The Killeen Police Department hosts first of its kind event on Saturday

The Killeen Police Department will be joined by Mayor Jose Segarra and council members for a Community Walk Against Domestic Violence next Saturday, Oct. 2.

The event will be at Lions Club Park from 11a.m. - 2p.m. and is free and open to the publ...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue this Wednesday through Friday

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Wednesday, Sept. 29 - Friday, Oct. 1 this week.

The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. Please note, the COV...

Killeen residents reminded to sign up for Code Red Alerts during National Preparedness Month

New PSA shows citizens how to receive important updates on severe storms, flooding, tornadoes, etc.

The Emergency Management Department of the City of Killeen is rounding out National Preparedness Month with a public service announcement about the importance of subscribing to Code Red Alerts.

Code Red is an emergency notification system and the...

Annual Barktoberfest event is next Saturday, Oct. 2

Bring your furry friends and splash into fall

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 24, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Parks and Recreation division is asking you to come splash into Fall with your four-legged friends at our annual Barktoberfest. The event is next Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10a.m. -1p....

La ciudad de Killeen le ofrece a la comunidad hispana/latina el programa de asistencia para comprado

La clase brindará una oportunidad para aprender a ser dueño de su primera casa

KILLEEN, Texas (22 de septiembre de 2021) – El departamento para el desarrollo comunitario de la ciudad de Killeen se está asociando con Bancorp South para presentar una clase introductoria para el comprador de casa por primera vez, g...

The City of Killeen offers first-time homebuyer assistance program to Hispanic and Latino community

The class provides an opportunity to learn about owning your first home

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 22, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Community Development Department is partnering with Bancorp South to provide a free, First-Time Homebuyer introductory course that is completely presented in Spanish. This event is...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Bunny Trail

Crews complete water line break repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 18, 2021 at 6:30p.m. for properties located on 5503-5607 Bunny Trail is lifted effective immediately.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line. Water crews isolated the wate...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue this Thursday and Friday only

Vaccines, tests will be available while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site again this Thursday, Sept. 23 and Friday, Sept. 24 this week.

The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. Please note, the ...

The City of Killeen provides bulk trash drop-offs at no cost

Residents can dispose of bulk items at four locations throughout the city

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 21, 2021) – Beginning next Friday, Oct. 1, the City of Killeen’s Solid Waste Division will place roll-off containers throughout the city for residents to dispose of additional household waste and bulk trash items.

T...

Killeen Mayor to host reception in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

The community is invited to attend, proclamation will be presented

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 20, 2021) – On Tuesday, Sept. 21, Killeen mayor Jose Segarra will honor Hispanic Heritage Month during a reception at City Hall at 4p.m.

The event will take place in the City Hall foyer on the first floor (101 North College S...

Little Nolan Road Closure beginning tomorrow

Asphalt overlay and milling services to be completed

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 20, 2021) – Little Nolan Road from Bacon Ranch Road to Stan Schlueter Loop will be shut down at varying times of day beginning Tuesday, Sept. 20, as the Transportation Division of the City’s Public Works Department...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Bunny Trail

Crews repairing water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 18, 2021 at 6:30p.m. for properties located at 5503-5607 Bunny Trail.

A contractor working in the area hit a water line causing a break in the line. Water crews will need to isolate the water line for...

Killeen City Council approves $268 million budget for new fiscal year

Several improvements included in biggest budget approval for the city

The Killeen City Council approved a $268 million budget for the fiscal year 2022, which begins on Oct. 1, 2021 and ends on Sept. 30, 2022.

Updates during the Sept. 14 passage include an additional Animal Control and Code Enforcement Officer, dele...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue Thursday through Saturday

Vaccines, 500 tests will be available daily while supplies last

The City of Killeen will offer another round of free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site tomorrow, Sept. 16 through Saturday, Sept. 18.

The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a.m. – 7p.m. There are 500 t...

Lane Closure on Stagecoach Road

Westbound shutdown is for installation of water main

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 15, 2021) – The outside lane of westbound Stagecoach road, between Flanigan Drive and Tyrel Drive, will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 16, from 8a.m. – 5p.m. to install a water main.

The road will reopen to thr...

Plains Drive Road Closure on Sept. 15 and 16

Installation of sanitary sewer services

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 14, 2021) – Plains Drive from Little Nolan Road to Panhandle Drive will be closed to through traffic tomorrow, September 15 and Thursday, September 16 from 7a.m. – 5p.m. Depending on weather, all lanes will reopen ...

“Bricks Killeen” LEGO exhibit coming to Killeen this weekend

The first-of-its-kind event in the city will be on display Sept. 18-19

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 13, 2021) – The City of Killeen is working with the Killeen Convention and Visitor’s Bureau to bring a LEGO exhibit called, “Bricks Killeen” to town. The unique event will be at the Killeen Civi...

City of Killeen releases third COVID-19 PSA

Council woman and healthcare professional, Nina Cobb, featured in video

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 13, 2021) – Council woman Nina Cobb is featured in the latest COVID-19 public service announcement being released by the City of Killeen today.

Mayor Jose Segarra and Killeen City Council members have been encouraging citizen...

The City of Killeen remembers September 11th, 20 years later

Mayor, chiefs speak about heroes, tragedy

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 10, 2021) – The City of Killeen released a video today featuring Mayor Jose Segarra, Fire Chief Jim Kubinski and Police Chief Chuck Kimble remembering the courage and legacy of the fallen, 20 years after the September 11^th a...

$5.8 million road repair project wrapping up, following 2021 ice storm damage

Milling, overlay on 13 Killeen roads to be completed by tomorrow, Sept. 10

City crews are working on the final road repairs in a $5,896,323 million street improvement project, following damaged roads from February’s ice storm.

The repairs to 13 roads began on June 1 and involve milling, overlay and striping. I...

City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests continue tomorrow through Saturday

More than 100 vaccines, 1,000 tests issued during Sept. 2-4 event

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 8, 2021) – The City of Killeen will continue offering free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site tomorrow, Sept. 9 through Saturday, Sept. 11.

The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from 9a...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Mary Jane Drive, Mockingbird Lane

Crews complete water line repairs

A boil water notice effective beginning Sept. 3, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on 702,703 E. Mary Jane Drive and 1501-1802 Mockingbird Lane is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water line, crews had to isolate the water main. Wa...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Mary Jane Drive, Mockingbird Lane

Crews repairing water line break

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 3, 2021) - A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Sept. 3, 2021 at 2:30p.m. for properties located on 702,703 E. Mary Jane Drive and 1501-1802 Mockingbird Lane.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews will ha...

Road work on 10th Street continues beginning Sept. 7

Road closures, asphalt overlay and milling services expected throughout next week

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 3, 2021) – Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7, the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department will be working with Lone Star Paving to complete the asphalt overlay and milling services on 10^th Street. The work will begin...

Stonetree Golf Club opens all 18 holes today

The course is open for play at 2p.m.

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 3, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Stonetree Golf Club will fully open for play beginning today at 2p.m.

Over the last, two months, crews have revamped the greens and fairways with common Bermuda grass and tifdwarf Be...

Killeen Mayor Segarra kicks off National Preparedness Month

Videos, tips to be provided throughout September

KILLEEN, Texas (Sep. 2, 2021) – Killeen Mayor, Jose Segarra is kicking off National Preparedness Month with a public service announcement and advice to be ready and stay safe during a disaster or emergency. 

September is observed as Nati...

Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on Lansberry Court

Contractors repaired fire suppression line

A boil water notice effective Aug. 30, 2021 at 8a.m. for properties located on 1005-1106 Lansberry Court is lifted effective immediately.

On Aug. 30, 2021 at 8a.m., contractors repaired a fire suppression line that required the main water line to...

City of Killeen begins another round of drive-thru COVID-19 vaccines and tests

The site will run for five days over the next, two weeks

KILLEEN, Texas (Sept. 1, 2021) – The City of Killeen will continue offering free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at a drive-thru COVID-19 site over the next, two weeks.

The site will be at the Killeen Special Events Center from Thursday, Sept. 2 thro...

Killeen Fire Department’s EMS earns national recognition for cardiac care of patients

American Heart Association presents Gold Plus Award

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 30, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s Fire Department Emergency Medical Services has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline^® EMS Gold Plus Achievement Award for the fifth...

Boil Water Notice Lifted for Properties on Pandos Way and Cranford Avenue

Crews completed repairs

A boil water notice effective Aug. 25, 2021 at 8a.m. for properties located at 3614 Pandos Way and 3616-3628 Cranford Avenue is lifted effective immediately.

Water crews isolated the water main to do repairs on a sample station on Aug. 25, 2021 a...

Killeen City Council featured in new COVID-19 PSA, latest drive-thru results released

More than 500 tests, nearly 70 vaccines administered on Aug. 26

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 27, 2021) – Mayor Jose Segarra and Killeen City Council Members are encouraging citizens to do their part and get their COVID-19 shots in the City’s latest public service announcement.

The video can be found at this...

Killeen lowers all flags to half-staff in honor of Afghanistan attack victims

At least 13 Service members, 90 others killed in Kabul

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 27, 2021) – As a mark of respect for the U.S. service members and other victims killed in the terrorist attack on Aug. 26 in Kabul, Afghanistan the City of Killeen is lowering all flags (United States, Texas and Killeen flag...

Second weekend of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine/testing site begins

Vaccines and tests will be available Thursday-Saturday, 9a.m. -7p.m.

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 26, 2021) – The City of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine and testing site continues for its second week today through Saturday, with more than 150 vehicles in line at the start of today’s event.

Kille...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Lansberry Court Beginning Aug. 30

Contractors closing off main water line, repairing fire suppression line

A boil water notice is issued effective beginning Aug. 30, 2021 at 8a.m. for properties located on 1005-1106 Lansberry Court.

On Aug. 30, 2021 at 8:00a.m., contractors will be repairing a fire suppression line that will require the main water line to be cl...

New lighting provides more options at Mickey’s Dog Park

LED lights are energy efficient and safer for residents

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 25, 2021) – There’s a brand, new lighting system at Mickey’s Dog Park in the City of Killeen. 

Four solar, LED lights were installed and are energy efficient, vandal resistant and safer for citize...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Pandos Way and Cranford Avenue

Crews must isolate water main for repairs

A boil water notice is issued effective Aug. 25, 2021 at 8a.m. for properties located at 3614 Pandos Way and 2616-3628 Cranford Avenue.

Water crews will need to isolate the water main to do repairs on a sample station. Water crews will remain on-...

Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on Hummingbird Road and Whippoorwill Road

Normal water usage may resume immediately

A boil water notice effective Aug. 21, 2021 at 3:30P.m. for properties located at 1211-1230 Hummingbird Road and 2132 Whippoorwill Road is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews isolated the water main. Water ...

North 4th Street Lane Closure on Aug. 25 and 26

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 24, 2021) – The southbound lane of North 4^th Street, from Anderson Avenue to Hoover Avenue will be closed on Aug. 25 and 26 from 7a.m. -5p.m. All lanes will reopen after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being repaired ...

Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties for on Herndon Drive/Court, Iredell Drive and Gowen Court

Normal water usage may resume immediately

A boil water notice effective Aug. 18, 2021 at 11:30a.m. for properties located at 1901-2105 Herndon Drive, 3601-3710 Herndon Court, 3600-3710 Iredell Drive and 3700-3711 Gowen Court, is lifted effective immediately.

Due to a break in the water l...

More than 1,000 tests, 234 vaccines given during first weekend of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 site

Emergency Services hoping for more visitors as event continues

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 23, 2021) – There were 1,059 COVID-19 tests and 234 vaccines administered during the first weekend at the drive-thru COVID-19 site in Killeen. 178 tests were positive.

Killeen Emergency Services partnered with the Texas Divis...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Hummingbird Road and Whippoorwill Road

Crews are repairing a water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective Aug. 21, 2021 at 3:30p.m. for properties located at 1211-1230 Hummingbird Road and 2132 Whippoorwill Road.

Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to isolate the water main. Water crews will...

White Rock Drive Lane Closure on Aug. 23 and 24

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 20, 2021) - The northbound lane of White Rock Drive, from Glenoak Drive to Glennwood Drive, will be closed on Monday, Aug. 23 and Tuesday, Aug. 24 from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer service...

More than 300 tests, 60 vaccines given at day one of Killeen’s drive-thru COVID-19 site

Emergency Services hoping for more visitors as event continues

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 20, 2021) – There were 317 COVID-19 tests and 60 vaccines administered during the first day at the drive-thru COVID-19 site in Killeen. 54 tests were positive.

Killeen Emergency Services partnered with the Texas Division of E...

Local State of Disaster Declared by City of Killeen

Mayor Segarra signs declaration for a public health emergency

UPDATE:

The disaster declaration was re-issued for the purposes of state and federal funding eligibility. The original one ended on June 1, when Bell County terminated their disaster declaration. This will assist with pandemic-related resources and expense...

City of Killeen to offer temporary COVID-19 testing and vaccination site

Emergency Services partners with state agencies for drive-thru option

The City of Killeen will begin offering free testing and vaccines for the COVID-19 virus tomorrow, Aug. 19, 2021.

Killeen Emergency Services is partnering with the Texas Division of Emergency Services and the Texas Military Department to open a dual testin...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Herndon Drive/Court, Iredell Drive and Gowen Court

Crews are repairing a water line break

A boil water notice is issued effective Aug. 18, 2021 at 11:30a.m. for properties located at 1901-2105 Herndon Drive, 3601-3710 Herndon Court, 3600-3710 Iredell Drive and 3700-3711 Gowen Court

Due to a break in the water line, water crews will have to isol...

Road Closure on Plain Drive on August 18th

Closure is for a water install

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 17, 2021) – Both lanes of Plain Drive will be closed to through traffic between Nolan Road and Panhandle Drive tomorrow, Aug. 18. The closure is expected to last from 8a.m. – 3p.m, then all lanes will reopen.

Crews ...

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is success for community

Killeen Police Department and Killeen Fire Department bring dozens out for good cause

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 17, 2021) – The results are in from the City of Killeen’s “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive, held on Aug. 12. The Killen Police Department and Killeen Fire Department partnered with Carter Bloo...

City of Killeen takes action on increased COVID-19 threat

Leaders releasing campaigns encouraging vaccines, awareness

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 17, 2021) – Leaders within the City of Killeen have begun a campaign to help encourage more residents to get vaccinated, and to push for vaccinated individuals to remain vigilant. 

On Friday, Aug. 13, Mayor Jose Sega...

Crews prep for back-to-school traffic

Drivers should expect to see school zone warning lights flashing tomorrow

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 12, 2021) – Motorists will see school zone warning lights flashing across the city this Friday, Aug. 13, as crews perform appropriate testing and troubleshooting ahead of next week’s start of the school year.

Driver...

Florence Road Lane Closure August 12th & 13th

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 11, 2021) – The northbound lane of Florence Road between Worth Street and Rhonda Street will be closed on Aug. 12 and Aug. 13 from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being...

Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on Lansberry Court

Normal water usage may resume immediately

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 11, 2021) A boil water notice effective Aug. 11, 2021 at 10:30a.m. for properties located at 1005-1106 on Lansberry Court is lifted effective immediately.

Contractors did not have to perform repairs to the fire suppression line; theref...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Lansberry Court

Crews are replacing a fire suppression line

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive this Thursday

Killeen Police Department and Killeen Fire Department unite for good cause

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 10, 2021) – The City of Killeen is partnering with Carter BloodCare to host a “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive on Thursday, Aug. 12 from 10a.m. – 3p.m.

The event will feature ‘boots&a...

Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on Shawn Drive and Honeysuckle Circle

Normal water usage may resume immediately

KILLEEN, Texas (Aug. 3, 2021) A boil water notice effective July 27, 2021 at 2 p.m. for properties located at 4311 Shawn Drive and 3001 – 3105 Honeysuckle Circle is lifted effective immediately.

Water crews replaced a broken valve and i...

Killeen Animal Shelter hosts free adoption event this Saturday & Sunday

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated, and microchipped

KILLEEN, Texas (July 29, 2021) – The Killeen Animal Shelter remains near capacity and will offer free adoptions July 31 and Aug. 1. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated, and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to o...

Killeen-Fort Hood Regional airport receives $1,000,000 grant for new hub

Expands flight options and aims to lower ticket prices

KILLEEN, Texas (July 27, 2021) – The Department of Transportation has awarded a $1,000,000 grant to the Killeen-Fort Hood Reginal Airport (GRK), which will go toward a new, non-stop service to a Denver, Colo. hub, among other amenities.

The DoT i...

Renovations coming to Copper Mountain Branch Library

Will close for one day, Aug. 2 and reopen Aug. 3 at 12 noon

KILEEN, Texas (July 27, 2021) - The Copper Mountain Branch Library located at 3000 South WS Young Drive will be closed Aug. 2 and the morning of Aug. 3 for interior renovations. 

The library plans to reopen at 12 noon on Tuesday, Aug. 3.

We apologi...

Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Shawn Drive and Honeysuckle Circle

Crews are replacing a broken valve

A boil water notice is issued effective July 27, 2021 at 2 p.m. for properties located at 4311 Shawn Drive and 3001 – 3105 Honeysuckle Circle.

Crews are replacing a broken valve and will need to isolate the water main to complete the pr...

Citizens encouraged to apply for Board and Commission appointments

Applications due by August 19

KILLEEN, Texas (July 26, 2021) – The Killeen City Council will be making appointments to various city boards and commissions and citizens are encouraged to apply for consideration by Aug. 19.

Killeen residents have the opportunity to serve the co...

Godman Street Lane Closure July 28 & 29

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service

KILLEEN, Texas (July 26, 2021) - The southbound lane of Godman Street from Westcliff Road to Cora Avenue will be closed Wednesday, July 28 and Thursday, 29 from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services a...

Skyline Ave Lane Closure July 27 & 28

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service

KILLEEN, Texas (July 26, 2021) - The westbound lane of Skyline Avenue, from Swope Drive to Santa Rosa Drive, will be closed Tuesday, July 27 and Wednesday, July 28 from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer se...

$5,900 donation helps beautify Killeen Parks

The city’s Recreation Services department has received a donation from the Lions Club Foundation in the amount of $5,910 to help beautify Stewart Park and Lions Neighborhood Park.

This comes on the heels of Love Your Park Day, which was July 10, ...

7-22-21 Road Repairs to be completed on Florence Road on July 22

Improvements to roads damaged by February ice storm

The Transportation Division of the Public Works Department will be completing asphalt overlay and milling services affecting Florence Road from Jasper Road to Elms Road on July 22. The repairs began on July 20. There will also be closures on Old Fm 440 Ro...

7-14-21 Public Invited to Budget Briefing July 21

Entire proposed budget document is available online.

City Manager Kent Cagle delivered his Fiscal Year 2021 Proposed Annual Budget to City Council and made it available for public review July 6. He will host a budget briefing for the public July 21 at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

A special City Council Workshop to d...

7-10-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on WS Young and Bacon Ranch

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued July 3, 2021 for properties located at 2806 S. WS Young Drive and 2403, 2500, 2501 and 2502 Bacon Ranch Road is lifted effective immediately.

Repair of a water line damaged by a contractor interrupted service and necessitated a b...

7-8-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosts Free Adoption Event Saturday & Sunday

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter remains near capacity and will offer free adoptions July 10 and 11. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

Dogs and cats of different ages, breeds...

7-7-21 Family Aquatics Center Now Open Friday through Sunday

Long Branch Pool adjusts to Tuesday through Thursday only schedule.

The Family Aquatics Center at Lions Club Park will open this week. Regular hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6:30 p.m. It is closed Monday through Thursday.

Daily admission is free for children...

7-6-21 Movies in Your Park July 9 (CANCELED)

Free family film fun.

Killeen will host a free Movies in Your Park screening of Tom & Jerry Friday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center.

Viewers may bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Bring your own con...

7-6-21 Killeen City Council Meetings July 6 Rescheduled

Unexpected lack of quorum requires moving meetings to July 13.

Killeen City Council was scheduled to meet July 6 for a Special Meeting and a regular Workshop. Due to an unexpected lack of quorum, the meetings have been rescheduled to July 13.

A regular City Council Meeting will be held July 13 beginning at 3 p.m., and...

7-3-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on WS Young and Bacon Ranch

Contractor breaks water line and repair interrupts service.

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6-30-21 Signal Timing to Change at Rosewood Intersection

Signage placed today to notify motorists of changes coming July 15.

The signal timing at Rosewood Drive and Central Texas Expressway is being modified. Changes will take effect July 15.

To notify motorists of the upcoming signal timing changes, message boards were placed on eastbound and westbound Central Texas Expressway ...

6-30-21 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Open Houses at Killeen Airport July 1

Airport seeks to share program goals and ensure equal opportunity in contract awards.

The City of Killeen Department of Aviation will host two open houses July 1 at Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport for prospective Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and other companies interested in doing business with the airport. Those interested ...

6-30-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosts Free Adoption Event Friday & Saturday

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter remains near capacity and will offer free adoptions July 2 and 3. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

Dogs and cats of different ages, breeds, ...

6-25-21 East Dean Avenue Closure June 28 & 29

Closure is for installation of sanitary sewer service.

East Dean Avenue, from Mulford Drive to 8^th Street, will be closed to through traffic June 28 and 29 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being installed in the area, and personnel and equipment must...

6-25-21 Malakoff Lane Closure June 28 & 29

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service.

The northbound lane of Malakoff Street, from Central Texas Expressway to Bellaire Drive, will be closed to through traffic June 28 and 29 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being repaired in the a...

6-25-21 Neighborhood Walkshops Scheduled June 28 through 30

Planning team will visit eight locations to meet with stakeholders and gather input.

The public is invited to engage in the comprehensive planning process at neighborhood walkshops June 28 through 30. Residents and stakeholders can share their ideas and concerns for their neighborhoods with the planning team at the following sessions:&...

6-25-21 City Office Closures July 4 and 5

All offices reopen Tuesday, July 6.

City offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day July 4 and 5.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule July 5, but Solid Waste administrative offices will be closed. Killeen Recyc...

6-25-21 City of Killeen Hosting Job Fair June 30

On site interviews will be conducted for dozens of openings.

The City of Killeen will host a job fair June 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center, 3601 S. WS Young Drive. Dozens of full-time positions are available.

The City is seeking to fill vacancies in the Public Works Department. Avai...

6-24-21 City Offers Rental Assistance to Residents Affected by COVID-19

Eviction diversion assistance also available.

The City of Killeen is offering rental assistance and eviction diversion assistance to Killeen residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. An online application system opens June 25 at 9 a.m. for both programs. 

Qualified ap...

6-23-21 Volunteers Needed for Love Your Park Day Project July 10

Stewart Park improvements will include trees and a walking trail.

The City of Killeen is seeking volunteers to participate in a Love Your Park project Saturday, July 10, from 8 a.m. to noon at Stewart Park. Participants must register by July 1.

Volunteers will join Recreation department staff in planting trees and instal...

6-18-21 Killeen Mobile Rec Series Offers Ultimate Frisbee June 26

Free event at Conder Park.

The Killeen Mobile Rec Series offers a unique program at a different park each month. Ultimate Frisbee is the June event.

Ultimate Frisbee will be held on the disc golf course at Conder Park Saturday, June 26, from 10 a.m. to noon. Boys and girls ages 6 to...

6-17-21 Walkshops Planned to Engage Neighborhoods in the Comprehensive Plan

Planning team will visit locations with stakeholders for firsthand look.

Neighborhood walkshops are planned at eight locations June 28 through 30 as part of the comprehensive planning process. The planning team will meet with residents and stakeholders on location to see their ideas and concerns firsthand. The walkshops schedu...

6-17-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosts Free Adoption Event this Weekend

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter remains near capacity and will offer free adoptions June 19 and 20. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

This is the fourth consecutive weekend ...

6-15-21 June is National Foster a Pet Month

Killeen Animal Services partners with Petco Love and BOBS from Skechers to celebrate local pet foster volunteers.

June is National Foster a Pet Month, and Killeen Animal Services is celebrating with Petco Love, a national non-profit working to lead and inspire change for animals, and Skechers’ charity footwear collection, BOBS from Skechers. Together, they ...

6-15-21 Stardust Drive Lane Closure June 16 & 17

Closure is for repair of sanitary sewer service.

The northbound lane of Stardust Drive, from Lake Road to Cora Avenue, will be closed June 16 and 17 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being repaired in the area, and personnel and equipment must ...

6-15-21 East Dean Closure June 16 & 17

Closure is for installation of sanitary sewer service.

East Dean Avenue, from Mulford Drive to 8^th Street, will be closed to through traffic June 16 and 17 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road will be reopened after work hours.

Sanitary sewer services are being installed in the area, and personnel and equipment must...

6-15-21 Killeen Airport Enplanements Soar Past Pre-Pandemic Level

Airport improvements progress during passenger decline.

May marked Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport’s return to pre-pandemic levels of monthly passengers. Enplaned passengers totaled 13,060, 10 percent higher than May 2019 and 340 percent higher than May 2020.

A drop in passenger levels directly rel...

6-10-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosting Free Adoption Event this Weekend

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter remains near capacity and will offer free adoptions June 12 and 13. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

Dogs and cats of different ages, breeds...

6-7-21 Movies in Your Park June 11

Free family film fun.

Killeen will host a free Movies in Your Park screening of The Croods A New Age Friday, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center.

Seating areas will be marked to allow social distancing. Viewers may bring b...

6-4-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosting Free Adoption Event this Weekend

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter is nearing capacity and will offer free adoptions June 5 and 6. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

Dogs and cats of different ages, breeds, si...

6-3-21 Comprehensive Planning Education Series Module 3 Out Now

Learn how your input will shape Killeen’s future.

The third of nine educational videos about comprehensive planning has been released, and the public is encouraged to visit the project website to tune in on demand. The Cultivate Community series aims to inform and engage stakeholders in cultivating fisca...

6-2-21 Little Nolan Road Bridge Closure

Closure is for bridge and drainage infrastructure repair.

The Little Nolan Road bridge, located near Cunningham Road, is closed until further notice to repair the bridge and drainage infrastructure.

All traffic will be detoured indefinitely. Motorists should anticipate this closure and are asked to use caution an...

5-29-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on Cavalry Lane

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice effective May 26, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 1200 to 1401 Cavalry Lane is lifted effective immediately.

Scheduled repair of a fire suppression line interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Service has been r...

5-28-21 $5.8 Million in Road Repairs to begin June 1

The public can expect major improvements to roads damaged by February ice storm.

Repairs to Killeen streets damaged by the February winter storm will begin June 1 and continue over the next three months.

City crews have been making spot repairs since the storm to keep roads passable while more involved repairs could be planned and prio...

5-26-21 Cunningham Road Closure May 27

Closure is for installation of water service.

Cunningham Road, from Elms Road to Little Nolan Road, will be closed to through traffic May 27 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road will be reopened after work hours.

Water services are being installed in the area, and personnel and equipment must enter the road...

5-26-21 Killeen District 4 Second Election Early Voting Starts Tuesday

Early vote June 1 through 8; Election Day is June 12.

The City of Killeen will hold a second election June 12 for the District 4 City Council seat following a tie in the May 1 election.

District 4 voters will choose between the two candidates who tied in the May 1 election, Steve Harris and Michael Boyd. Only...

5-26-21 Killeen Animal Shelter Hosting Free Adoption Event this Weekend

Adoption fees will be waived for all pets that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

Killeen Animal Shelter is nearing capacity and will offer free adoptions May 29 and 30. Fees will be waived for animals that are sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped. Standard rates will apply to other animals.

Dogs and cats of different ages, breeds, s...

5-24-21 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Cavalry Lane

Scheduled fire suppression line maintenance to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective May 26, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 1200 to 1401 Cavalry Lane.

Crews will be repairing a fire suppression line and must interrupt water service. Once service is restored, all water must be boiled prior t...

5-21-21 Municipal Offices Closed Memorial Day

Garbage collection will run on normal schedule.

City of Killeen offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day May 31.

Emergency services will operate without interruption

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule, but the Transfer Station and Recycle Center will be closed. Recycle trailer...

5-21-21 Killeen Mobile Rec Series Offers Volleyball May 29

Free event at Killeen Athletic Complex.

The Killeen Mobile Rec Series offers a unique program at a different park each month. Sand volleyball is the May event.

Sand volleyball will be at Killeen Athletic Complex Saturday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to noon. Boys and girls ages 7 to 17 can receive free...

5-21-21 Movies in Your Park May 28

Free family film fun.

Killeen will host a free Movies in Your Park screening of Wonder Park Friday, May 28, at 7:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center.

Seating areas will be marked to ensure social distancing. Viewers may sit in groups of...

5-17-21 Intersection Closure at Hallmark and Priest

Closure is for installation of sanitary sewer service.

The intersection of Hallmark Avenue and Priest Drive will be closed daily May 18 through May 20 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours. 

Sanitary sewer services are being installed in the area, and personnel and equipmen...

5-8-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on WS Young and Westcliff

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued May 5, 2021 at 10 a.m. for properties located at 3200 N. WS Young Drive and 2102 to 2110 Westcliff Road is lifted effective immediately.

Repair of a water main break interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.&nb...

5-7-21 Comprehensive Planning Education Series Module 2: Economics of Land Use

Learn how fiscal analysis can lead to smart development and a vibrant community.

The second of nine educational videos about comprehensive planning has been released, and the public is encouraged to visit the project website to tune in on demand. The Cultivate Community series aims to inform and engage stakeholders in cultivating fisc...

5-5-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on WS Young and Westcliff

Water main break repair interrupts service.

A boil water notice is issued effective May 5, 2021 at 10 a.m. for properties located at 3200 N. WS Young Drive and 2102 to 2110 Westcliff Road

Crews are repairing a water main break and had to interrupt water service. Once service is restored, all water m...

5-5-21 Killeen Household Hazardous Waste Collection May 15

Residents can safely dispose of toxic household chemicals.

Residents of Killeen and surrounding communities are invited to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Killeen Saturday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive.

Accepted mater...

5-4-21 Disconnections for Delinquent Water Accounts to Resume

Customers must pay in full or establish a payment plan by May 14.

Killeen Utility Collections will resume disconnections for delinquent water accounts May 15. Customers whose accounts are not current must make payment in full or establish a payment plan by visiting the Utility Collections office by May 14.

Utility Collec...

4-30-21 City of Killeen Farmers Market Opens for the Season Tuesday

A dozen vendors expected at opening day.

The City of Killeen Farmers Market will open for the season Tuesday, May 4. The market will be open Tuesdays through October from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Rosa Hereford Killeen Community Center parking lot, 2201 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard. 

Local fa...

4-30-21 Places that Thrive is First Module in Comprehensive Planning Education Series

Stakeholders are encouraged to share thoughts through a variety of online feedback functions.

Killeen’s development of a new comprehensive plan is a community-wide effort that aims to identify collective values and create a shared vision for the future. Through the involvement of stakeholders, the plan will identify long-term issues and ...

4-30-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Properties on College and Anderson

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice effective April 27, 2021 for properties located at 1401 to 1405, 1501, 1701 and 1801 N. College Street and 207 W. Anderson Avenue is lifted effective immediately.

Scheduled installation of a new water line interrupted service and necess...

4-24-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Valley, Fairview, Sissom and Evetts

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice effective April 21, 2021 is lifted effective immediately for properties located at the following addresses:

• 1002 Valley Road
• 1302, 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1406 Fairview Drive
• 907A, 907B, 907C, 907D and 909 Sissom Road
• 901, 902 and 906 Evetts ...

4-23-21 City of Killeen Recognizes Dedicated Service

Employees honored for 1,845 years of work.

The City of Killeen honored 157 employees at its Dedicated Service Awards today. Awards were given to each employee who reached a five-year increment of service in 2020.

Longest tenure honors went to Fire Captain Randy Pearson and retired director of stree...

4-23-21 Comprehensive Plan Process Adds Feedback Function

New ideas wall adds opportunity to share your thoughts and see what others are saying.

Killeen continues to solicit public input in the development of a new comprehensive plan. An online idea wall has been added to allow residents and stakeholders to post their thoughts and see what others are saying about key issues. Simply click on the to...

4-23-21 Temporary COVID-19 Vaccine Site in Killeen

Vaccinations are free, and advance registration is preferred.

A temporary COVID-19 vaccination site will be at Leo Buckley Stadium, 3409 Atkinson Avenue, tomorrow, April 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. Advance registration is encouraged to ensure supply availability, but drive-ups are welcome.

The site will reopen April 27 ...

4-23-21 Killeen Animal Services Adopts Innovative Technology from Petco Love

Petco Love Lost database uses breakthrough facial recognition technology to find missing cats and dogs.

Today is National Lost Dog and Cat Awareness Day, and Killeen Animal Services is proudly joining forces with Petco Love, in a shared mission to help reunite lost pets with their families should they go missing.

Petco Love Lost is a new searchable national ...

4-23-21 Movies in Your Park April 30

Free family film fun.

Killeen will host a free Movies in Your Park screening of Playing with Fire Friday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center.

Seating areas will be marked to ensure social distancing, and attendees will b...

4-23-21 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on College and Anderson

New water line installation to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective April 27, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 1401 to 1405, 1501, 1701 and 1801 N. College Street and 207 W. Anderson Avenue.

Contractors will be installing a new water line and must interrupt water service to c...

4-23-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Cranford and Pandos

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice effective April 20, 2021 for properties located at 3616 to 3628 Cranford Avenue and 3614 Pandos Way is lifted effective immediately.

Replacement of a water valve interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Service has been r...

4-23-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Westrim

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice effective April 20, 2021 for properties located at 3001 to 3211 Westrim Drive is lifted effective immediately.

Emergency tap repair interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Service has been restored, and water quality tes...

4-21-21 Petco Love Commits to Invest $300,000 in Killeen Animal Shelter

Grant funding will be used for preventative and emergency care of shelter animals.

Petco Love has announced Killeen Animal Services as the recipient of a $300,000 grant. The grant will provide $100,000 per year over the next three years for use in preventative and emergency care for animals at Killeen Animal Shelter.

“Today Pet...

4-20-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Westrim

Water tap repair interrupts service.

A boil water notice is issued effective April 20, 2021 at 9 a.m. for properties located at 3001 to 3211 Westrim Drive.

Crews had to interrupt water service during an emergency tap repair. Once service is restored, all water must be boiled prior to consumpt...

4-19-21 Volunteers Needed for Arbor Day Tree Planting

Mayor Segarra to issue official Arbor Day proclamation.

The City of Killeen is seeking volunteers to participate in an Arbor Day celebration at Heritage Oaks Hike & Bike Trail Friday, April 30, at 9:30 a.m.

The event will begin with a short program and presentation of the official Arbor Day proclamation by ...

4-19-21 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Valley, Fairview, Sisson, Evetts

Water valve installation to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective April 21, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at the following addresses:

• 1002 Valley Road
• 1302, 1304, 1306, 1308 and 1406 Fairview Drive
• 907A, 907B, 907C, 907D and 909 Sissom Road
• 901, 902 and 906 Evetts Road

Crews wi...

4-19-21 UPDATE: Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Cranford

Water valve replacement to interrupt service.

UPDATE: A boil water notice is issued effective April 20, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 3616 to 3628 Cranford Avenue and 3614 Pandos Way.

Crews will be replacing a water valve and must interrupt water service to complete the work. Once service i...

4-15-21 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Properties on Cranford

Water valve replacement to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective April 20, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 3616 to 3628 Cranford Avenue.

Crews will be replacing a water valve and must interrupt water service to complete the work. Once service is restored, all water must b...

4-15-21 Temporary COVID-19 Vaccine Site in Killeen Next Week

Vaccinations are free, and registration is required in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 vaccination site will be at Leo Buckley Stadium, 3409 Atkinson Avenue, April 20 through 22. Dose 1 of the Pfizer vaccine is being offered free.

Registration is required in advance and will open April 16 online at https://curative.com/s...

4-14-21 Mayor to Proclaim Bob Gray Day Friday

Legacy of WWII pilot and Killeen native honored annually.

Mayor Jose Segarra will honor Bob Gray Day Friday at 2 p.m. at Gray’s grave at Killeen City Cemetery. Bob Gray Day is April 18.

The Mayor will present an official proclamation to a Gray descendant and join in laying a wreath of remembrance.

Captai...

4-13-21 Comprehensive Plan Online Forums Open

Your opinions are sought on seven topics.

Comprehensive plan development continues for the City of Killeen, and new opportunities for public engagement have been launched online. Most recently, seven forums ask you to join the conversation by submitting your comments on specific topics.

Economic D...

4-9-21 Make your Mark on Comprehensive Plan Development

Online mapping tool allows residents to give input on specific geographic locations.

The City of Killeen is developing a new comprehensive plan and soliciting public input to help shape the future of the community. An online mapping tool and Community Survey #2 are open online now, and the public is encouraged to participate.

An interactiv...

4-1-21 Rosewood Lane Closures Extended

Closures are for turn lane installation at new subdivision.

The northbound and southbound inside lanes of Rosewood Drive, from Central Texas Expressway to Glenwood Drive, will be closed daily April 5 through April 9 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Left turn lanes are being install...

4-1-21 Mayor Segarra to Deliver State of the City Address April 6

Event will air live on web and television.

Mayor Jose Segarra will host his annual State of the City address Tuesday, April 6, at 4 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The public is encouraged to attend.

Mayor Segarra’s address will provide an update on current City business and an outloo...

4-1-21 Killeen Seeks Farmers Market Vendors

Market will be open Tuesdays May 4 through October 26.

Killeen Farmers Market is accepting vendor applications through April 14. There is no cost to apply or participate. 

Local farmers, bakers and specialty makers have offered products like produce, eggs, honey, pastries, sauces, brewing supplies, wo...

3-31-21 Community Invited to Join in Comprehensive Plan Development

Online surveys gather individual insights to shape collective community goals.

Development of a new City of Killeen comprehensive plan is underway, and the public has the opportunity to help shape the future of our city. Community surveys #1 and #2 are open online now.

Survey #1 has 10 questions designed to learn more about the indiv...

3-31-21 City Opens Fee Comment Period through April

Proposed fees for Fiscal Year 2022 published for public review.

The City of Killeen has published the proposed fee schedule to take effect in Fiscal Year 2022 which begins October 1, 2021. The fee schedule includes rates for a variety of services such as recreation leagues, City facility rentals and building permits a...

3-29-21 City Offices Closed for Good Friday and Easter

Trash collection to remain on normal schedule.

City of Killeen offices will be closed April 2 in observance of Good Friday and April 4 for Easter. 

Emergency services will operate without interruption. 

Garbage collection will remain on its regular schedule. Killeen Transfer Station wi...

3-29-21 Killeen Hosting an EGGSperience Saturday

Drive through for free festive goodies.

Killeen’s annual community Easter egg event is scheduled Saturday, April 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Killeen Special Events Center. The event is free and open to children ages 12 and under and special needs youth ages 20 and under.

This year&...

3-26-21 Rosewood Lane Closures March 29 to April 1

Closures are for turn lane installation at new subdivision.

The northbound and southbound inside lanes of Rosewood Drive, from Central Texas Expressway to Glenwood Drive, will be closed daily March 29 through April 4 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work hours.

Left turn lanes are being instal...

3-25-21 Killeen Flag Lowered in Honor of Former Mayor Raul Villaronga

Villaronga served Killeen as mayor and municipal judge.

Mayor Jose Segarra has ordered the City of Killeen Flag to half-staff March 26 through April 1in honor of former Killeen mayor and municipal judge Raul Villaronga.

Villaronga served as mayor from 1992 to 1998 and as associate municipal court judge from 199...

3-23-21 Clear Creek and Golden Gate Traffic Signal to be Activated

Flashing mode begins Wednesday to prepare for full operation Friday.

A four-way traffic signal at the intersection of Clear Creek Road and Golden Gate Drive will be activated this week. Flashing mode will begin Wednesday, and full operation will begin Friday.

Flashing mode is intended to help motorists become aware of the t...

3-20-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Aspen, Mesa and Vail

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued March 16 for properties located at 4606 to 4812 Aspen Drive, 5504 Mesa Drive and 5408 Vail Drive is lifted effective immediately.

Scheduled replacement of a water valve interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Serv...

3-18-21 Community Invited to Neighborhood Parks Open House

Event is part of the Killeen Parks Master Plan process.

The public is invited to a Neighborhood Parks Open House Monday, March 22, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Park Senior Center, 1700 E. Stan Schlueter Loop. The event has no formal program, so the public may come and go when convenient. 

T...

3-17-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Chico Court

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued March 15 for properties located at 1301 to 1405 Chico Court is lifted effective immediately.

Repair of a waterline break interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Service has been restored, and water quality tests h...

3-17-21 Killeen Mobile Rec Series to Take Activities to Parks throughout Town

First event is basketball this Saturday at Conder Park.

Killeen Recreation is adding a new program aimed at making free youth activities more accessible to the community. The Killeen Mobile Rec Series will offer a unique program at a different park each month beginning this Saturday.

The first Mobile Rec event ...

3-16-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Aspen, Mesa and Vail

Water valve replacement to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective March 16, 2021 for properties located at 4606 to 4812 Aspen Drive, 5504 Mesa Drive and 5408 Vail Drive.

Crews are replacing a water valve and must interrupt water service to complete the work. Once service is restore...

3-15-21 Bunny Trail Road Closure this Week

Closure is for water service installation.

Bunny Trail is closed at Lineage Loop Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All traffic will be detoured during work hours. Lanes will be reopened each evening.

The closure is for the installation of water services to a new residential development.&a...

3-15-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Chico Court

Water line break repair interrupts service.

A boil water notice is issued effective March 15, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. for properties located at 1301 to 1405 Chico Court.

A water line break has interrupted water service. Crews are on site making repairs. Once service is restored, all water must be boiled ...

3-15-21 Community Invited to Comprehensive Plan Kickoff Meeting

Community engagement is key to successful plan development.

The City of Killeen is developing a new comprehensive plan to shape the future of our city. The public is invited to learn more at a community kickoff meeting Monday, March 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center, 3601 S. WS Young Dr...

3-12-21 Killeen to Honor Former Firefighter Patrick Bergman

Mayor Segarra orders Killeen Flag to half-staff.

Mayor Jose Segarra has ordered the City of Killeen Flag to half-staff Friday through Monday in honor of former Fire Rescue Officer Patrick Bergman.

Bergman served Killeen Fire Department from 2005 to 2020, when a medical condition, which he battled bravely...

3-12-21 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Aspen, Mesa and Vail - Update

Water valve replacement to interrupt service.

Update: New addresses added - 4606 to 4812 Aspen Drive, 5504 Mesa Drive and 5408 Vail Drive.

A boil water notice is issued effective March 16, 2021 at 8 a.m. for properties located at 4606 to 4708 Aspen Drive, 5504 Mesa Drive and 5408 Vail Drive.

Crews wil...

3-9-21 City of Killeen Facilities to Continue Requiring Masks

Social distancing measures and occupancy limits will still apply.

Governor Greg Abbott’s Executive Order 34 removes the statewide mask requirement effective March 10 and allows establishments to choose whether to require them. The City of Killeen will continue to require the wearing of face masks by all City e...

3-2-21 Community Invited to Participate in Parks & Recreation Master Planning

Community engagement is key to successful plan development.

The City of Killeen is developing a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to shape the future of recreation amenities and programs in our city. The public is invited to participate.  

Public input is vital to the plan’s development. Stake...

3-1-21 Clear Creek and Golden Gate Traffic Impacts March 2

Closures are for signalization preparation.

The northbound and southbound lanes of Clear Creek Road near the intersection of Golden Gate Drive will experience traffic flow impacts March 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All lanes will be reopened after work is complete.

A contractor will be installing traffic...

2-27-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Oak Hill and Spring Branch

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued February 25 for properties located at 408 to 906 Oak Hill Drive and 700 to 716 Spring Branch Drive is lifted effective immediately. 

Repair of a waterline break interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.&am...

2-25-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Oak Hill and Spring Branch

Water line break repair interrupts service.

A boil water notice is issued effective February 25, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. for properties located at 408 to 906 Oak Hill Drive and 700 to 716 Spring Branch Drive.

A water line break has occurred, and water service must be interrupted to complete the work. Onc...

2-24-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for All Killeen Properties

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued February 17 for all properties in Killeen is lifted effective immediately. This includes all Killeen schools and all other properties in the city.

Extreme weather conditions caused a loss of water pressure and service throughout ...

2-24-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Certain Killeen Schools

All other properties must continue to boil water for consumption.

A boil water notice was issued February 17 for all properties in Killeen. The boil order is lifted effective immediately for the following schools:

•    High Schools: Ellison, Killeen and Shoemaker

•  &a...

2-23-21 Statewide Damage Assessment Survey

Citizen participation will improve accuracy and increase available aid.

The State of Texas is calling on Texans to report the damage they sustained related to the winter weather disaster that began February 11, 2021. An online survey is available now in English and in Spanish.

The State is collecting disaster data to help offi...

2-23-21 Killeen Waiving Plumbing Permit Fees for Winter Storm Repairs

Inspection process changes will reduce wait times.

Hundreds of properties in Killeen experienced damage to water service lines and pipes because of the hard and prolonged freeze that began February 11, 2021. To speed recovery efforts, the City of Killeen is waiving plumbing permit fees until further notic...

2-22-21 City Offers Rental Assistance to Residents Affected by COVID-19

Eviction diversion assistance also available.

The City of Killeen is offering rental assistance and eviction diversion assistance to Killeen residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. An online application system is now open for both programs.

Qualified applicants for rental as...

2-22-21 Killeen Water Restrictions Lifted

Boil water order remains in effect.

City of Killeen water conservation restrictions are lifted effective immediately. Normal usage may resume, but the boil water order remains in effect. All water should be boiled prior to consumption.

The City had been in Stage 5 restrictions since February...

2-22-21 Killeen Residents May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

Federal funds may be granted to aid in recovery from winter storm.

A disaster has been declared in Bell County and Killeen due to the recent severe winter storm. FEMA has announced that Individual Assistance is available for people who sustained personal and property losses directly related to the freeze event that began...

2-21-21 City Opens Additional Water Filling Stations

Water restrictions and boil order remain in effect.

As Killeen continues to recover from the effects of the severe freeze event, many residents are experiencing low water pressure or no water service. The City has established three water filling locations for residents in need of water. The following locat...

2-20-21 Update on Killeen Water Situation

City needs residents’ help identifying and reporting leaks.

The City of Killeen is working diligently to restore water services to residents following the extreme freeze over the last week. The water supply the City is receiving from Bell County WCID#1 has increased significantly; however, private property leaks a...

2-19-21 Community Invited to Assist in Prioritizing Use of Federal Funds

Funds will be used to benefit low- and moderate-income people and neighborhoods.

The City of Killeen Community Development Department and the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will host community planning meetings February 25 and March 3 to gain public input in development of the Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Action Plan.&...

2-19-21 Some Residents without Water; City Offers Water Filling Station

Water restrictions and boil order remain in effect.

The extreme winter weather has left many Killeen residents with low water pressure or no water service. As the City works to restore water levels and services, Stage 5 water restrictions remain in place. Water usage should be limited to essential purposes...

2-18-21 City of Killeen Offices Remain Closed Due to Inclement Weather

Offices will reopen Monday.

City of Killeen municipal offices will remain closed Friday, February 19, due to inclement weather. 

Emergency services continue to operate. Call volume is high, and road conditions are making response difficult. Please only call 9-1-1 in cases of...

2-17-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for All Properties in Killeen

Severe winter weather has caused a water shortage and interruptions to water service.

A boil water notice is issued effective February 17, 2021 at 5 p.m. for all properties located in Killeen.

A water shortage caused by extreme winter weather has reduced water pressure and services. As a precaution, customers who have experienced low water ...

2-17-21 City of Killeen Offices Remain Closed Due to Inclement Weather

Offices expected to reopen Friday.

City of Killeen municipal offices will remain closed Thursday, February 18, due to inclement weather.

Emergency services continue to operate.

The City of Killeen has entered Stage 5 water restrictions due to high demand and limited supply. Water usage shoul...

2-17-21 Water Supply Low; Stage 5 Water Restrictions Implemented

Residents must reduce demand in order to preserve service.

As extreme weather continues, the City is experiencing a limited water supply from our water supplier. Winter weather related power outages have significantly impacted the water supply the City is receiving.  We must implement Stage 5 water restr...

2-16-21 City of Killeen Offices Remain Closed Due to Inclement Weather

Offices expected to reopen Thursday.

City of Killeen municipal offices will be closed Wednesday, February 17, due to inclement weather.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Road conditions will not allow safe collection of residential trash, so all collections have been cancel...

2-16-21 Trash Collection Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather

Service will resume February 22.

Residential trash collection has been cancelled for the week due to ongoing inclement weather. Normal collections will resume Monday, February 22.

Excess bagged trash may be placed curbside on your regular collection day next week to be picked up without a...

2-16-21 Water Outages Result of Frozen Pipes

Residents asked to follow diagnostic steps before calling City Water Division.

The City of Killeen Water and Sewer Division is receiving a high volume of calls from customers reporting water outages. The majority of these outages are caused by frozen water lines on private property. The prolonged harsh temperatures are freezing wate...

2-15-21 Boil Water Notice Issued in Southwest Killeen

Power outage interrupts service.

A boil water notice is issued effective February 15, 2021 at 9 p.m. for properties located in southwest Killeen in the area bounded by SH 201 (Clear Creek Road) on the west and south, Stan Schlueter Loop on the north and Bunny Trail on the east. ...

2-15-21 City of Killeen Offices Remain Closed Due to Inclement Weather

Mayor declares local state of disaster.

Mayor Jose Segarra has issued a local disaster declaration for a winter weather emergency following the Governor’s statewide declaration. 

City of Killeen municipal offices will be closed Tuesday, February 16, due to inclement weather.&a...

2-11-21 City of Killeen Offices Close Due to Inclement Weather

All offices to reopen Tuesday.

City of Killeen municipal offices closed at 2 p.m. today and will remain closed tomorrow due to inclement weather. 

Emergency services will operate without interruption. 

Friday residential trash collection will remain on schedule. Monday ...

2-11-21 Solid Waste Service Changes Due to Inclement Weather

Monday and Tuesday service impacted.

Forecasted extreme weather necessitates changing the residential trash collection schedule Monday and Tuesday, February 15 and 16. Normal Monday collections will be delayed to Tuesday, and normal Tuesday collections will be delayed to Wednesday. There wil...

2-11-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 2 p.m. today to 9 a.m. Tuesday for those relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full sheltering services. ...

2-11-21 Community Invited to Comprehensive Plan Kickoff Meeting

Community engagement is key to successful plan development.

The City of Killeen is developing a new comprehensive plan to shape the future of our city. The public is invited to learn more at a community kickoff meeting Wednesday, February 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center, 3601 S. WS Yo...

2-10-21 Boil Water Order Lifted for Brook Hollow Circle & Brookway Drive

Normal water usage may resume immediately.

A boil water notice issued February 8 for properties located at 2603 to 2613 Brook Hollow Circle and 101 to 202 Brookway Drive is lifted effective immediately.

Replacement of a fire hydrant interrupted service and necessitated a boil water order.

Service ha...

2-10-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 6 p.m. tonight to 9 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full shelteri...

2-9-21 City Offices Closed for President’s Day

Trash collection to remain on normal schedule.

City of Killeen offices will be closed February 15 in observance of President’s Day.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will remain on its regular schedule. Killeen Transfer Station will be closed. Killeen Rec...

2-8-21 UPDATED: Boil Water Notice Issued for Brook Hollow Circle & Brookway Drive

Fire hydrant replacement to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective February 8, 2021 for properties located at 2603 to 2613 Brook Hollow Circle and 101 to 202 Brookway Drive.

Crews are replacing a fire hydrant and must interrupt water service to complete the work. Once service is res...

2-5-21 Silversneakers Now Available at Lions Club Park Senior Center & Family Recreation Center

Lions Club Park Senior Center and Killeen Family Recreation Center are partnering to provide complementary memberships to members of the nationally recognized SilverSneakers^® program. Through this collaboration, Lions Club Park Senior Center and K...

2-5-21 Boil Water Notice Issued for Brook Hollow Circle

Fire hydrant replacement to interrupt service.

A boil water notice is issued effective February 8, 2021 for properties located at 2603 to 2613 Brook Hollow Circle.

Crews will be replacing a fire hydrant and must interrupt water service to complete the work. Once service is restored, all water must be b...

2-4-21 Temporary COVID-19 Test Site in Killeen February 8 and 9

Testing is free, and registration is available in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 state testing site will be at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive, Monday and Tuesday, February 8 and 9, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration opens two days prior to the testing date and must be completed in advance at ...

2-2-21 Golden Gate Closed at Clear Creek Wednesday through Friday

Closures are for street repairs.

Golden Gate Drive will be closed at Clear Creek Road Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The intersection will be reopened after work hours. 

Crews will be repairing a segment of the roadway following water main repair work. ...

2-2-21 City Offers Small Business Grant Assistance Program

Qualifying applicants may receive up to $8,000 of assistance.

The City of Killeen is offering the Killeen Small Business Grant assistance program to certain small businesses financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. An online application system will open February 3 at 9 a.m. 

To qualify, a small busines...

1-28-21 Lane Closure on Eastbound Rancier

Closures are to improve water infrastructure and services in northwest Killeen.

The eastbound outside lane of Rancier Avenue, between Jackson Street and Patton Road, will be closed February 1 through 5 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The eastbound inside lane will remain open to through traffic.

This lane closure is for sidewalk replacement at ...

1-28-21 Lane Closure on Valley Road

Progress continues on water infrastructure and service improvements in northwest Killeen.

Valley Road, from Fairview Drive to Rancier Avenue, will experience daily lane closures January 29 through February 19.

Crews will be installing water services and must enter the roadway to complete the work.

One lane will remain open to through traffic dur...

1-28-21 Temporary COVID-19 Test Site in Killeen February 1 and 2

Testing is free, and registration is available in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 state testing site will be at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive, Monday and Tuesday, February 1 and 2, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration opens two days prior to the testing date and must be completed in advance at ...

1-25-21 City Council Accepting Applications for Board Appointments

Apply for current vacancies or regular appointments to various positions.

Killeen City Council is accepting applications to fill current vacancies on the Bell County Tax Appraisal District Board, the Bell County Board of Health and the Animal Advisory Committee. Applications for these vacancies should be submitted as soon as po...

1-22-21 Temporary COVID-19 Test Site in Killeen January 25 and 26

Testing is free, and registration is available in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 state testing site will be at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive, Monday and Tuesday, January 25 and 26, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration is open now and must be completed in advance at http://honumg.info/KilleenEv...

1-22-21 City Council Accepting Applications for District 3 Seat

Applicants must be District 3 residents and must submit an application by February 12.

Killeen City Council is accepting applications to fill the District 3 Councilmember seat. 

The District 3 seat became vacant when Councilman Jim Kilpatrick passed away January 5. The unexpired term runs through the May 2021 election.  

The...

1-19-21 City Offers Rental and Mortgage Assistance to Residents Affected by COVID-19

Qualifying applicants may receive up to six months or $4,000 of assistance.

The City of Killeen is offering rental and mortgage assistance to Killeen residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. An online application system will open January 20 at 9 a.m.  

Qualified applicants must be Killeen residents, must h...

1-15-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 10 p.m. tonight to 8 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full shelter...

1-14-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 10 p.m. tonight to 8 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures. 

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer fu...

1-14-21 Temporary COVID-19 Test Site in Killeen January 19 and 23

Testing is free, and registration is available in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 state testing site will be at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive, Tuesday, January 19, and Saturday, January 23, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration is open now and must be completed in advance at http://honumg.info/K...

1-12-21 Municipal Offices Closed Monday

Some services will open for abbreviated hours.

City of Killeen offices will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All offices will reopen for normal business hours Tuesday.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will remain on its regular schedu...

1-12-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 10 p.m. tonight to 8 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full shelter...

1-11-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 10 p.m. tonight to 8 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full shelter...

1-10-21 Inclement Weather Impacts City Operations

Office openings to be delayed.

Opening of City of Killeen offices will be delayed two hours January 11 due to inclement weather. Further adjustments may be made as weather necessitates.

Killeen Animal Shelter will open for adoptions at 11 a.m.

The Family Recreation Center will open at 9 ...

1-10-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 6 p.m. tonight to 9 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures.

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer full shelteri...

1-7-21 Killeen Senior Center to Close Monday

Action taken to protect senior population following high hospitalization area designation.

Lions Club Park Senior Center will close Monday until further notice. No in-facility programs will be offered, but limited virtual and drive-through activities may be planned. 

Trauma Service Area L, which includes Killeen, has been classified a &...

1-6-21 Temporary COVID-19 Test Site in Killeen January 11 and 12

Testing is free, and registration is available in advance.

A temporary COVID-19 state testing site will be at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive, January 11 and 12 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration is open now and must be completed in advance at http://honumg.info/KilleenEvents. Partic...

1-6-21 City Announces Passing of Councilman Jim Kilpatrick

Killeen Flag to be lowered in his honor.

It is with great sadness that the City of Killeen announces the passing of City Councilman Jim Kilpatrick. He passed away Tuesday, January 5. 

Kilpatrick was elected to represent District 3 on Killeen City Council May 9, 2015 and reelected in 2017...

1-5-21 Wreath Retrieval January 9

Friends of Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery invite volunteers to participate.

Volunteers are needed for Wreath Retrieval Saturday, January 9, at 10 a.m. at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 SH 195. No registration is required to participate.

The Friends of Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery and volunteers pre...

1-5-21 Lane Closures on Valley and Sissom Roads

Closures are to improve water infrastructure and services in northwest Killeen.

Progress will continue on water infrastructure improvements in northwest Killeen over the next month. Multiple lane closures are planned.

Valley Road, from Fairview Drive to Rancier Avenue, will experience daily lane closures January 6 through Fe...

1-1-21 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Station offers temporary relief from cold.

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station from 10 p.m. tonight to 9 a.m. tomorrow for those needing overnight relief from freezing temperatures. 

The warming station is set up to offer temporary relief from cold and does not offer fu...

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