4-18-19 Volunteers Needed for Emergency Training

The City of Killeen is conducting a regional emergency exercise May 7 to allow personnel to practice emergency response. Volunteers are needed.

The exercise will involve an emergency scenario that personnel must respond to and manage. To make the simulatio...

4-18-19 Killeen Election Early Voting Starts Monday

Early voting for the City of Killeen municipal election is scheduled April 22 through 30. Election Day is Saturday, May 4.

Killeen voters will elect city council seats for Districts 2, 3 and 4. Only voters who live in each district may vote for that distri...

4-16-19 Gilmore Senior Center Operations to Remain at Community Center

City Manager Ron Olson provided a status update regarding Bob Gilmore Senior Center at tonight’s City Council Workshop and received Council’s support to pursue developing a plan to construct a new facility.

The Gilmore Center was closed...

4-15-19 Killeen Community Center Extending Hours

Killeen Community Center is extending its hours to give the public more access to the facility for meetings, activities and events. Beginning April 29, hours will be Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The facil...

4-15-19 Mayor to Proclaim Bob Gray Day Thursday

Mayor Jose Segarra will proclaim Bob Gray Day Thursday at 2:30 p.m. at a ceremony at Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport.

The mayor will present an official proclamation to a Gray family member during the ceremony.

Captain Robert “Bob” Gr...

4-15-19 Spring Adoption Special at Killeen Animal Shelter

Killeen Animal Shelter is encouraging adoptions in April. The shelter has dogs and cats of all ages, breeds, sizes and temperaments in need of forever homes.

Through April, adoptions are $25 for all animals. This includes microchipping and vouchers for ste...

4-12-19 Online Payment Center Unavailable Tonight

Online payments for utility bills, court fees and permits will be unavailable tonight, April 12, from 7 p.m. to midnight. The work was rescheduled from earlier in the week.

A scheduled electrical upgrade will be performed, and online payment services must ...

4-11-19 Municipal Offices Closed April 19

City of Killeen offices will be closed Friday, April 19, in observance of Good Friday. All offices will reopen for normal business hours April 22.

Emergency services and garbage collection will operate without interruption.

Killeen Recycling Center and Kill...

4-11-19 Easter Bunny Invites Community to Participate in The Great Hunt April 20

Killeen’s annual community Easter egg hunting event is scheduled Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Killeen Athletic Complex. The event is free and open to children and families.

The City of Killeen has partnered with Destiny World Out...

4-10-19 Regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday

Killeen residents are invited to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Hamilton April 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jayson Harris Pavilion, 1007 Park Road.

Accepted materials include paints, pesticides, herbicides, household...

4-10-19 Volunteer Orientation Saturday

Volunteer Killeen will host volunteer orientation April 13 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Killeen Community Center, 2201 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard.

The free, two-hour session will introduce the concept of volunteerism, highlight community volunteer progra...

4-9-19 Online Payment Center Unavailable Wednesday

Online payments for utility bills, court fees and permits will be unavailable Wednesday, April 10, from 7 p.m. to midnight.

A scheduled electrical upgrade will be performed, and online payment services must be interrupted to complete the work.

Utility payme...

4-5-19 City Offers Election Webpage

The City of Killeen has called a municipal election May 4 to elect district city council seats. The City has created a webpage to assist voters.

District 2, 3 and 4 seats will be decided on Election Day. District 1 incumbent Shirley Fleming was unopposed, ...

4-4-19 Speed Limit Changes on Western Elms Road

City crews have begun replacing speed limit signs on Elms Road between SH 195 and Clear Creek Road. The full stretch will now be a consistent 35 miles per hour rather than variable speed limits. School zones will remain 20 miles per hour when active.

The n...

4-2-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Addresses in North Killeen

A boil water notice issued March 31 for properties located at the following addresses has been lifted effective immediately:

• 1103 to 1115 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard
• 202 to 904 N. Fort Hood Street
• 811 to 1129 York Avenue
• 503 to 514 Rhode Island Avenue
• 504 t...

4-1-19 City Opens Fee Comment Period through April

City Manager Ron Olson has published the proposed fee schedule to take effect in Fiscal Year 2020 which begins October 1, 2019. The fee schedule includes rates for a variety of services such as recreation leagues, City facility rentals and building permit...

3-31-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Addresses in North Killeen

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at the following addresses:

• 1103 to 1115 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard
• 202 to 904 N. Fort Hood Street
• 811 to 1129 York Avenue
• 503 to 514 Rhode Island Avenue
• 504 to 511 Utah Avenue
• 500 t...

3-29-19 Killeen to Participate in Texas Trash Off April 6

The Don’t Mess with Texas Trash Off is Saturday, April 6, and volunteers are needed for the local Keep Killeen Beautiful effort.

Volunteers may register online at KilleenTexas.gov through the events calendar. Advance registration is encouraged bu...

3-28-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Wood Avenue

The boil water notice issued March 26 for properties located at 1902 to 2006 Wood Avenue has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water main repair and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the water is safe...

3-28-19 Free Spring Curbside Trash Collection Next Week

The City of Killeen is offering a free additional solid waste service the first week of April to help residents dispose of bulky items and prevent illegal dumping. Items such as furniture, appliances, building materials and tires will be picked up at curb...

3-26-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Wood Avenue

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 1902 to 2006 Wood Avenue.

A water main break has caused a drop in water pressure, and crews are repairing the break to restore service. All water at these addresses should be boi...

3-25-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for N. WS Young Drive

The boil water notice issued March 21 for properties located at 609 to 609B, 807 and 809 N. WS Young Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water main repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, an...

3-25-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Watercrest Road and Wales Drive

The boil water notice issued March 21 for properties located at 2301 and 2303 Watercrest Road and 1411 Wales Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed fire hydrant replacement and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been...

3-25-19 Lane Closure on Westbound Little Nolan Road

The westbound lane of Little Nolan Road between Cunningham Road and Saul Drive will be closed tomorrow and Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The eastbound lane will remain open to through traffic.

The lane closure is for installation of a fire hydrant.

Traffi...

3-21-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for 609-609B, 807 and 809 North W.S. Young Drive

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 609-609B, 807 and 809 North W.S. Young Drive.

City crews are repairing a section of damaged pipe. Once service is restored, all water should be boiled prior to consumption.

Affect...

3-21-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for 2301 & 2303 Watercrest and 1411 Wales

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 2301 and 2303 Watercrest Road and 1411 Wales Drive.

Replacement of a fire hydrant will cause a water outage. Once service is restored, all water should be boiled prior to consump...

3-21-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Grove Drive and Meadow Lane

The boil water notice issued March 18 for properties located at 183, 216, 357, 359 and 405 Grove Drive and 103, 120 and 275 Meadow Lane has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have ...

3-19-19 Free Spring Trash Collection First Week in April

The City of Killeen is offering a free additional solid waste service the first week of April to help residents dispose of bulky items and prevent illegal dumping. Items such as furniture, appliances, building materials and tires will be picked up at curb...

3-18-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Grove Drive and Meadow Lane

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 183, 216, 357, 359 and 405 Grove Drive and 103, 120 and 275 Meadow Lane.

A water main break caused a water outage. Once service is restored, all water should be boiled prior to c...

3-15-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Rebecca Lynn Lane and Taylor Renee Drive

The boil water notice issued March 11 for properties located at 700 Rebecca Lynn Lane and 9910 to 10203 Taylor Renee Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been complete...

3-15-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for 3502, 3504, 3602 & 3620 E. CenTex Expressway

The boil water notice issued March 11 for properties located at 3502, 3504, 3602 and 3620 E. Central Texas Expressway has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed work and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and t...

3-12-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Rebecca Lynn Lane and Taylor Renee Drive

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 700 Rebecca Lynn Lane and 9910 to 10203 Taylor Renee Drive.

A water leak repair requires turning off service to complete work. Once service is restored, all water should be boile...

3-11-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Western Killeen

The boil water notice issued March 8 for properties located in western Killeen in the area bounded by Fort Hood Road on the east, Clear Creek Road on the west, Watercrest Drive on the north and State Highway 201 on the south has been lifted effective imme...

3-11-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for 3502, 3504, 3602 & 3620 E. CenTex Expressway

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 3502, 3504, 3602 and 3620 E. Central Texas Expressway. Affected properties were notified directly.

Commercial construction at 3504 E. Central Texas Expressway has caused the relo...

3-11-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Belt Loop

The boil water notice issued March 8 for properties located from 2600 to 2909 Belt Loop has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the water is safe to drink a...

3-8-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Belt Loop

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located from 2600 to 2909 Belt Loop.

A water main break caused a water outage at approximately 12:30 a.m. today. Crews are actively working to restore service. Once service is restored, all...

3-8-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Western Killeen

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located in western Killeen in the area bounded by Fort Hood Road on the east, Clear Creek Road on the west, Watercrest Drive on the north and State Highway 201 on the south.

A water sensor ...

3-5-19 Online and Phone Payment Center Interruptions Tomorrow and Saturday

Online utility, permits and accounts receivable payments will be unavailable tomorrow from 5 to 9 a.m. Payments will still be accepted in person and through phone in systems.

Online and phone in payments for utility bills, permits and accounts receivable w...

3-5-19 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Killeen Community Center will be open tonight from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. as a warming station for those needing relief from freezing weather.

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

3-5-19 City Seeks Students to Fill Summer Jobs

The City of Killeen has opened more than 100 summer jobs, and students ages 16 and older are encouraged to apply.

Each year, the City expands its staff to keep up with the demands of summer programs between May and August. The schedule for most summer hire...

3-4-19 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Killeen Community Center will be open tonight from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. as a warming station for those needing relief from freezing weather.

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

3-4-19 Killeen Senior Centers to Host Senior Health Fair

Killeen senior centers will host a free Senior Health Fair Monday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lions Club Park Senior Center. Admission is free, and attendees do not have to be senior center members.

A variety of businesses and agencies that offer p...

2-28-19 Killeen Public Library Brings Brain Blast Event to Town

Killeen Public Library is bringing Brain Blast, a new interactive learning event, to Killeen Special Events Center Saturday, March 9, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Brain Blast is designed to showcase math and science in e...

2-28-19 City Asks Public to Refrain from Using Heritage Oaks Trail

The City of Killeen is actively constructing Heritage Oaks Hike & Bike Trail in southeast Killeen. The public is advised to refrain from using the trail until construction is complete next year.

The active construction area has unfinished site work and...

2-25-19 Retirement Reception for Dennis Baldwin Thursday

The City of Killeen will host a retirement reception for Assistant City Manager Dennis Baldwin Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center. The public is invited to attend.

Baldwin joined the City of Killeen in 1984 as a police offic...

2-25-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Stetson Avenue and Hillside Drive

The boil water notice issued February 22 for properties located at 701 to 927 Stetson Avenue and 2701 to 2807 Hillside Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have ...

2-22-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Stetson Avenue and Hillside Drive

A boil water notice is issued effective February 22 for the following properties:

• 701 – 927 Stetson Avenue and 2701 – 2807 Hillside Drive.

Maintenance is required to repair a water main break. Crews are actively repairing the issue and w...

2-21-19 Audit of Information Technology Operations Released

The City of Killeen engaged the services of Centex Technologies in 2018 to conduct an audit of the operations of the Information Technology (IT) Department. The report has been finalized and is now available for public review.

“This audit was con...

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

The City of Killeen Community Development Department and the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will host a second community planning meeting Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Human Resources Building, 718 N. 2^nd Street, Suite B, Killeen Arts and Act...

2-19-19 Annual Father Daughter Dance this Friday

The annual Father Daughter Dance is scheduled Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Killeen Civic and Conference Center.

The event is intended for fathers and their daughters ages five to 12. Guests are treated to an evening of dinner, dancing and memory-making throu...

2-19-19 Judge Kimball Warns Public to Clear Warrants

Killeen Municipal Court and Killeen Police Department will focus on clearing outstanding warrants through a warrant roundup. Anyone with a Killeen Municipal Court warrant should go to the court immediately to resolve citations and avoid being arrested.

Cit...

2-15-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Shoemaker Drive

The boil water notice issued February 5 for properties located at 1701 to 1910 Shoemaker Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the water ...

2-14-19 Household Hazardous Waste Collection February 23

Killeen residents are invited to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Copperas Cove February 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Copperas Cove Solid Waste Transfer Station, 2605 South FM 116.

Accepted materials include paints, pe...

2-13-19 Bob Gilmore Senior Center Operations Relocated

Bob Gilmore Senior Center is closed effective immediately. Center operations will be offered at the Lions Club Park Senior Center tomorrow through Tuesday. Beginning Wednesday, programs will be relocated to Killeen Community Center until further notice.

Pl...

12-12-19 Lane Closure on Southbound Trimmier Starts Tomorrow

The southbound outside lane of Trimmier Road near the intersection of Stan Schlueter Loop will be closed beginning tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The inside lane will remain open to through traffic.

The lane closure is for asphalt repair, which should be c...

2-12-19 Lane Closure on Westbound Rancier Tomorrow

The westbound outside lane of Rancier near the intersection of 38^th Street will be closed tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The inside lane will remain open to through traffic.

The lane closure is for asphalt repair, which should be completed by end of day.

Tr...

2-12-19 Municipal Offices Closed Monday

City of Killeen offices will be closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day. All offices will reopen for normal business hours Tuesday.

Emergency services and garbage collection will operate without interruption.

Killeen Recycling Center and Killeen Trans...

2-12-19 City of Killeen Flag to be Lowered in Honor of Former Councilman

Mayor Jose Segarra has ordered the City of Killeen flag to half-staff Wednesday in honor and memory of former Councilman Hiram Reynolds.

Reynolds served three terms on Killeen City Council from 1995 to 2001 representing Ward 2. His service is commemorated ...

2-12-19 Public Prayer Invited at Killeen City Council Meetings

Killeen City Council has adopted a policy for invited prayer at City Council meetings. Ministers of Killeen churches or individual Killeen residents of any faith wishing to offer a prayer or invocation at the start of a meeting may register their interest...

2-11-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Shoemaker Drive

A boil water notice is issued effective February 12 for the following properties:

• 1701 - 1910 Shoemaker Drive.

Maintenance is required to repair a water main leak. Crews are actively repairing the issue and will restore service as soon as possible. Once ser...

2-8-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for Athens Street and Tyler Street

The boil water notice issued February 5 for properties located at 2200 to 2401 Athens Street and 2200 to 2307 Tyler Street has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have be...

2-5-19 Killeen City Council Rates City Manager's Second Year as Excellent

Killeen City Council went into executive session at tonight’s workshop to review City Manager Ron Olson’s performance in his second year as the head of City staff and operations. Olson was appointed City Manager February 7, 2017.

&l...

2-5-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for Athens Street and Tyler Street

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for the following properties:

• 2200-2401 Athens Street and 2200-2307 Tyler Street.

Complications arose during routine maintenance to a water main. Crews are actively repairing the issue and will restore ser...

2-5-19 Downtown Streetscaping Project will Close Avenue D

Avenue D will be closed from 8^th Street to 10^th Street beginning Wednesday. All traffic will be detoured for approximately six months.

This project is Phase II of the Downtown Streetscaping Project. It will extend the street, sidewalk, lighting and landsca...

2-4-19 Volunteer Orientation February 9

Volunteer Killeen will host volunteer orientation Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at Killeen Community Center, 2201 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard.

The two-hour session will introduce the concept of volunteerism, highlight community volunteer programs and conne...

2-4-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for 1700 S. WS Young Drive

The boil water notice issued February 2 for properties located at 1700 S. WS Young Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

 City crews completed fire hydrant repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the ...

2-4-19 Community Invited to Assist in Prioritizing Use of Federal Funds

The City of Killeen Community Development Department and the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) will host community planning meetings in February to gain public input in development of the Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action Plan.

The Annual Action...

2-4-19 Boil Water Order Lifted for 4400 Clear Creek Road and 5303 John David Drive

The boil water notice issued February 1 for properties located at 4400 Clear Creek Road and 5303 John David Drive has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been comple...

2-1-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for 1700 South WS Young Dr.

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 1700 South WS Young Drive.

A fire hydrant that was damaged by a vehicle is responsible for the water outage. Crews are actively repairing the leak and will restore service as soo...

2-1-19 Boil Water Notice Issued for 4400 Clear Creek Rd. and 5303 John David Dr.

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 4400 Clear Creek Road and 5303 John David Drive.

A water main leak caused a water outage. Crews are actively repairing the leak and will restore service as soon as possible. Once...

1-29-19 Solid Waste Facility Hours Abbreviated Wednesday

Solid Waste facilities will have abbreviated hours Wednesday to allow staff to complete quarterly training. This will not affect regular collection schedules.

Solid Waste Main Office closed 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; open 12:30 to 5 p.m.

2003 Little Nolan Road

Ki...

1-28-19 Daisy Drive Closure

Daisy Drive, from Marigold Drive to Zinnia Drive, will be closed January 29 and 30 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The road will be reopened to through traffic at the end of each day.

The closure is for emergency repairs to a sewer line that must be accessed through...

1-24-19 Mayor Jose Segarra Releases State of the City Address

Mayor Jose Segarra released his 2019 State of the City Address to the public today. The videoed address is available on the City’s website and social media outlets.

The Mayor’s report provides a financial snapshot of the current year&am...

1-24-19 City Launches Map to Help Understand Street Maintenance Fees

Killeen City Council voted December 11 to adopt a street maintenance fee to fund annual maintenance of Killeen’s 564 miles of public roads. The fee will be applied to monthly utility bills beginning in July.

A street maintenance fee is a source o...

1-23-19 Priest Drive Closure

Priest Drive, from S. 2^nd Street to W. Hallmark Avenue, will be closed to through traffic Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The closure is for asphalt replacement following installation of a new sewer service line earlier this week.

Traffic will be detoured duri...

1-22-19 Rowdy Drive Closure

Rowdy Drive, from Kaitlyn Drive to Diana Drive, will be closed Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road will be reopened to through traffic at the end of each day.

The closure is to repave the roadway following installation of a storm drain ...

1-22-19 Priest Drive Closure

Priest Drive, from S. 2^nd Street to W. Hallmark Avenue, is closed to through traffic today and tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road will be reopened at the end of each day.

The closure is for installation of a new sewer service line.

Traffic will be deto...

1-18-19 Killeen Community Center to Open as Warming Station

Killeen Community Center will open as a warming station for those needing relief from freezing weather Saturday at 8 p.m. and remain open until Sunday at 8 a.m.

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

1-14-19 Municipal Offices Closed Monday

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 and garbage collection will operate without interruption.

Killeen Recycle Center and Ki...

1-11-19 City of Killeen Recognizes Dedicated Service

The City of Killeen honored 146 employees at its Dedicated Service Awards today. Awards were given to each employee who reached a five-year increment of service in 2018.

Longest tenure honors went to Fire Chief Brian Brank for 40 years of service to Killee...

1-10-19 Father Daughter Dance Tickets on Sale Now

The annual Father Daughter Dance is scheduled Friday, February 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Tickets are limited and on sale through February 15.

The City of Killeen organizes this unique recreation event each year to provide...

1-10-19 Rescheduled Wreath Retrieval Time January 12

Wreath Retrieval will start at 3 p.m. Saturday at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 SH 195. Volunteers are needed, and o registration is required to participate.

Wreath Retrieval had been scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., however, event organizers ...

1-4-19 City Manager Selects Assistant City Manager

Killeen City Manager Ron Olson has announced his intent to appoint David Ellison as assistant city manager. Ellison has accepted a conditional offer of employment to start work February 4.

Ellison’s appointment will be discussed at the January 8 ...

1-3-19 Wreath Retrieval January 12

Volunteers are needed for Wreath Retrieval Saturday, January 12, 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 prepared and...

1-2-19 Killeen Community Center Open as Warming Station

Killeen Community Center has been opened as a warming station for those needing relief from near-freezing weather. Warming station operations are expected to continue until Friday morning when temperatures are predicted to rise.

The warming station is set ...

12-28-18 Christmas Tree Recycling January 5

Free Christmas tree recycling is scheduled Saturday, January 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 South W.S. Young Drive.

Keep Killeen Beautiful works with City staff in an annual effort to recycle live Christmas trees and ke...

12-28-18 Maker Day Creativity Showcase Event January 4

Killeen Public Library and Killeen Civic & Conference Center are hosting Maker Day Friday, January 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the conference center. The event is free, and all ages are welcome to attend and participate.

A variety of hands-on crafting...

12-26-18 City Offices Closed Tuesday in Observance of New Year's Day

City of Killeen offices will be closed Tuesday in observance of New Year’s Day.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Regular trash collection scheduled Tuesday will be delayed to Wednesday.

All city offices will reopen for normal b...

12-23-18 Boil Water Order Lifted for 800 N. 46th Street

The boil water notice issued December 21 for properties located at 800 N. 46^th Street has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the water is safe t...

12-21-18 Boil Water Notice Issued for 800 N. 46th Street

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located at 800 N. 46^th Street.

A water line break caused a water outage. Crews are actively repairing the break and will restore service as soon as possible. Once service is restored, affec...

12-20-18 Holiday Contest Winners Announced

The Celebrate Killeen Committee is pleased to announce the winners of the 56^th annual Killeen Christmas Parade and the annual outdoor decorating contest. Awards were presented today at the Killeen Volunteers Incorporated holiday open house event.

Christmas...

12-20-18 Special Holiday Trash Collections

The City of Killeen is offering free excess waste collection to help residents clean up after the holidays. Excess trash will be picked up curbside on the first regular collection day following Christmas according to the following schedule:

Regular day&...

12-19-18 City and Fort Hood Sign Partnership Agreement for Airfield Maintenance

Killeen City Manager Ron Olson and Fort Hood Garrison Commander Colonel Henry Perry executed an intergovernmental support agreement at a signing ceremony at Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport today. The agreement contracts the City’s aviation st...

12-18-18 City Offices Closed Monday and Tuesday in Observance of Christmas Holidays

City of Killeen offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday in observance of Christmas holidays.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Regular trash collection scheduled Monday will continue as scheduled. Regular Tuesday collection will be del...

12-13-18 Craft with the Library Monday

Killeen Public Library is hosting a final Make & Take Monday December 17. Adults are invited to learn to make a round bauble and take it home as a decoration or gift.

The session is from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Killeen Arts & Activities Center Bui...

12-13-18 Killeen Citizens Academy Accepting Applications for 2019 Class

The City of Killeen is now accepting applications for the 2019 Killeen Citizens Academy. Applications are due January 10.

The academy is a nine-week session designed to give citizens an inside look at their municipal government. Each class details a differ...

12-13-18 Vote Now for Favorite Display in Annual Outdoor Decorating Contest

Voting in the annual Celebrate Killeen Outdoor Decorating Contest is now open online.

Each year, homes across Killeen are decorated with incredible light displays. Seven homes have entered to win the title of best in town, and it is now time for the public...

12-12-18 City Manager Announces Intent to Seek Proposals for Golf Course Management

City Manager Ron Olson announced at last night’s City Council workshop that he intends to seek proposals from outside companies to take over golf course management at Stonetree Golf Club.

Stonetree Golf Club is a well-used quality of life amenity...

12-11-18 Rowdy Drive Closure

Rowdy Drive, from Kaitlyn Drive to Diana Drive, will be closed from December 17 through 21.

The closure is to complete a project addressing a significant storm drain failure in the Cosper Ridge Estates neighborhood. The storm drain crosses under the road n...

12-11-18 Killeen Assistant City Manager Finalists Announced, Invited for Interview

Five finalists have been selected in the search for a new assistant city manager. City Manager Ron Olson has invited David Ellison, Glenn Irby, David Olson, Mark Rohr and Mark Van Vleck to Killeen for interviews December 14.

“I am looking for a h...

12-7-18 Community Invited to H-E-B Feast of Sharing

The City of Killeen and H-E-B will host the 11^th annual Feast of Sharing Tuesday, December 11, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center, 3601 S. WS Young Drive. The community is invited.

The Feast of Sharing highlights the ongoing effort t...

12-6-18 Crafting Continues Monday with Killeen Library

Killeen Public Library is hosting Make & Take Mondays in December for adults to learn to make some holiday crafts and take them home as decorations or gifts.

The next session is December 10 when participants will make a snowman. The final creation will...

12-6-18 Enter Your Home in the Holiday Decorating Contest by December 10

Killeen residents are invited to show off their festively decorated homes in the annual Outdoor Decorating Contest. The public will select favorites.

The Celebrate Killeen Committee hosts the competition each year to foster neighborhood and community pride...

12-6-18 Killeen Christmas Parade Saturday

The 56^th annual Killeen Christmas Parade will make its merry way through historic Downtown Killeen December 8 at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy this free holiday tradition.

The parade will be led by co-grand marshals BG Miles Brown, 1st Cavalry D...

11-30-18 Killeen Library Getting Crafty at Make & Take Mondays

Killeen Public Library is hosting Make & Take Mondays in December for adults to learn to make some holiday crafts and take them home as decorations or gifts.

The first session is December 3 when participants will create a snowflake ornament. A snowman ...

11-30-18 56th Annual Christmas Parade December 8

The 56^th annual Killeen Christmas Parade will make its merry way through historic Downtown Killeen December 8 at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy this free holiday tradition.

The parade will be led by co-grand marshals LTG Paul Funk, Commanding Gen...

11-30-18 Road Closure on Edgefield Street

Edgefield Street, from the Cody Poe Road to John Haedge Drive, is closed for emergency repairs. The closure is expected to remain into next week.

Crews are repairing a section of failed pavement and have closed the street to complete the work.

All traffic w...

11-28-18 Killeen Christmas Parade Entry Deadline Extended to December 5

The annual Killeen Christmas Parade is accepting parade entries through December 5. Applications are available online at KilleenTexas.gov/Volunteer or at Killeen Community Center.

Entries can be floats, decorated vehicles or performing groups. Entries may ...

11-27-18 Lane Closures on Rosewood Drive

Northbound Rosewood Drive, between Riverstone Drive and Sulphur Springs Drive, will experience intermittent lane closures beginning November 28. Work will take place weekdays between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. until complete.

Crews will begin installing a sidewalk ...

11-21-18 Killeen Celebrates the Season at Holiday Under the Stars

Killeen is welcoming the holiday season with its annual Holiday Under the Stars event December 1 and 2 at the Community Center Complex. The public is invited to enjoy the festivities.

Saturday, December 1, is packed with activities starting with Breakfast ...

11-20-18 Family Rec Center Hosting Parents’ Day Out Friday

The Family Recreation Center at Lions Club Park is hosting a day camp Friday from 8 a.m. to noon to give parents a day off for holiday shopping or other errands.

Kids ages 6 to 12 will have the run of the center for a morning filled with activities and piz...

11-20-18 Public Invited to About Town Event November 29

The City of Killeen will host its second About Town community engagement event November 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Haynes Elementary School, located off Bunny Trail at 3309 W. Canadian River Loop. The public is invited to participate.

About Town is a new...

11-19-18 Community Invited to Lay Wreaths at Veterans Cemetery

The Friends of the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will lay more than 8,000 holiday wreaths at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery Saturday at 10 a.m. The public is encouraged to participate.

The event will begin with a ceremony at the assembly are...

11-16-18 City Offices Closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving Holiday

City of Killeen offices will be closed Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule. Killeen Transfer Station will be closed Thursday and open Fri...

11-16-18 Killeen Police Department Starts Safe Christmas Program

Killeen Police Department will be out during the holiday season to provide extra patrols of major shopping areas. From November 16 through January 1, shoppers will see the Mobile Command Center at different locations each weekend.

The Mobile Command Center...

11-16-18 Internal Audit of Animal Services Shows Operational Improvement

City Auditor Matthew Grady has completed his independent examination of the Killeen Animal Services Unit and published his findings for public review.

Grady’s overall findings showed marked improvement in the past 10 months under interim manageme...

11-7-18 City Manager Provides 100-Day Report to Council

Killeen City Manager Ron Olson presented his sixth 100-day report on organizational accomplishments to Killeen City Council in executive session at Tuesday’s workshop. The body then discussed his performance for the period of June 23 through September 30....

11-7-18 Volunteers Needed for Wreath Project November 17

The Friends of the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will lay more than 8,000 holiday wreaths at the veterans cemetery this year. The annual Wreath Project depends on volunteers.

Wreath Preparation is Saturday, November 17, at 10 a.m. at Killeen Specia...

11-5-18 Volunteers Needed for H-E-B Feast of Sharing

The City of Killeen and H-E-B will host the 11^th annual Feast of Sharing Tuesday, December 11. Volunteer registration is open now at KilleenTexas.gov/Volunteer.

Dozens of volunteers are needed to make this event possible. There are two shifts and a number ...

11-5-18 City Surplus Auction Saturday

The City of Killeen will hold a surplus auction Saturday at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive. Public viewing begins at 9 a.m. The live auction starts at 10 a.m.

Used vehicles and accessories, computers, office equipment, furn...

11-2-18 Road Closure on Old FM 440 Starts Monday

Old FM 440, from Wheeler Avenue to Pershing Drive, will be closed beginning Monday. The closure is expected to last through Thursday.

Crews will be repairing a section of pavement and must close the street to complete the work.

Traffic will be rerouted for ...

11-2-18 City Redevelops Website to Increase Public Access to Information

The new version of KilleenTexas.gov made its public debut today bringing modern design and features to Killeen’s online city hall.

More than six months of work has gone into the complete reconstruction of the City’s website, and while the address remains t...

11-1-18 Mayor Segarra Proclaims Municipal Court Week

Mayor Jose Segarra has proclaimed Municipal Court Week in Killeen November 5 through 9. An excerpt from his proclamation reads, “Killeen’s municipal judges and clerks strive to continually improve the administration of the court in ord...

10-31-18 Airport Master Plan Public Meetings Scheduled

Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport is developing an airport master plan to set the course for the future of local air service. Funded through a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant, the master plan will provide a guide for airport development over ...

10-26-18 Killeen Veterans Day Parade November 12

The Central Texas Community Veterans Day Parade will march through historic downtown Killeen Monday, November 12, at 11 a.m. Retired Lieutenant General H.G. “Pete” Taylor will serve as grand marshal.

This year’s parade theme i...

10-25-18 English and Spanish First Time Homebuyer Education Classes November 3

The City of Killeen will host free First Time Homebuyer Education classes with sessions in English and Spanish Saturday, November 3. Both sessions will take place in the Community Development Training Room, 802 N. 2^nd Street, Building E. The Spanish sessi...

10-25-18 City Wishes Trick-or-Treaters a Safe Halloween

Halloween is Wednesday, and the City of Killeen recommends trick-or-treating door-to-door between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m. Children should always be accompanied by an adult.

Households that wish to distribute candy should turn the front porch lights on to...

10-25-18 Boil Water Order Lifted for Shoemaker Drive and Sherman Drive

The boil water notice issued October 22 for the following properties has been lifted effective immediately:

• 1701-2202 Shoemaker Drive and 1702-2106 Sherman Drive

City crews repaired three water valves that service the area and restored water service.

Valves ...

10-24-18 Mickey’s Dog Park to Reopen November 3

Mickey’s Dog Park will reopen to the public November 3.

The park closed October 6 for seasonal maintenance and was expected to reopen October 27; however, excessive rain pushed reopening back one week.

Seasonal lawn preparation takes place each fa...

10-24-18 Road Closure on 28th Friday

28^th Street, from East Avenue G to Greenwood Avenue, will be closed to through traffic Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

BNSF Railway will be performing emergency repairs to the railroad crossing and must restrict access to complete the work.

Traffic will be rer...

10-22-18 Killeen Fall Festival Saturday

Killeen Parks and Recreation and McLane Children’s Hospital invite kids and their parents to a Fall Festival Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 South W.S. Young Drive. The event is free.

Planned activities include a Candy Land...

10-22-18 Volunteers Needed for Make a Difference Day

Make a Difference Day is Saturday, and Killeen Volunteers, Inc. needs individuals and groups to volunteer for projects that will make a positive impact throughout our community.

More than 150 people have registered to take part in 80 community service proj...

10-19-18 Advance Boil Water Notice Issued for Shoemaker Drive and Sherman Drive

A boil water notice is issued beginning Monday, October 22, at 8 a.m. for the following properties:

• 1701-2202 Shoemaker Drive and 1702-2106 Sherman Drive

Water service will be unavailable until work is complete. Once service is restored, affected residents ...

10-15-18 Lions Club Park Senior Center to Reopen October 16

Lions Club Park Senior Center will reopen tomorrow at 8 a.m. following a three-month closure for repairs. A waterline break in July created damage throughout the facility forcing its closure and relocation of senior programs.

Minor repairs and replacements...

10-5-18 Mickey's Dog Park to Close for Maintenance

Following Barktoberfest Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mickey’s Dog Park will close for seasonal maintenance.

This closure is for seasonal lawn preparation including seeding and establishing winter grass.

The park will reopen October 2...

10-4-18 Boil Water Order Lifted along Avenue C

The boil water notice issued October 1 for properties located on West Avenue C between Gilmer Street and Root Avenue has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed water line repairs and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been com...

10-1-18 City Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus Day

City of Killeen offices will be closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule, but Killeen Transfer Station and Killeen Recycling Center will be closed.

L...

10-1-18 Boil Water Notice Issued along Avenue C

A boil water notice is issued effective immediately for properties located on West Avenue C between Gilmer Street and Root Avenue.

A water line break has left residents with low water pressure or without water service. Crews are actively repairing the brea...

9-28-18 Volunteers can Make a Difference in Killeen

Make a Difference Day is Saturday, October 27, when volunteers will give their time to complete projects that positively impact our community. Volunteer registration and project adoption are open now.

Dozens of projects have been proposed by orga...

9-28-18 Barktoberfest Returns October 6 at New Location

Barktoberfest, Killeen’s signature dog event, is back October 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at a new location, Mickey’s Dog Park. The event is free and open to the public.

Free activities will include off leash play areas for large...

9-26-18 Street Restriping Project begins Monday

The City of Killeen will be restriping a number of area streets October 1 through November 14. The project will replace pavement markings to improve mobility and safety.

The following street segments are scheduled for improvement:

Elms Road &n...

9-26-18 Killeen Receives National Financial Awards

The City of Killeen has earned two national awards from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The awards are the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its 2017 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) and t...

9-24-18 Solid Waste Facility Hours Abbreviated Wednesday

Solid Waste facilities will have abbreviated hours Wednesday to allow staff to complete end of year training. This will not affect regular collection schedules.

Solid Waste Main Office         closed 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m....

9-20-18 CANCELED: City Surplus Auction September 22

Due to predicted inclement weather Saturday, the City surplus auction has been canceled. The auction will be rescheduled at a future date. 

Previous Release issued 9-11-18

The City of Killeen will hold a surplus auction September 22 at Killeen Spec...

9-18-18 City Council Adopts Balanced FY 2019 Budget

Killeen City Council adopted the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2019 and voted to maintain the current tax rate at a special meeting tonight. The new budget goes into effect October 1.

The adopted budget is balanced with $181 million in planned revenue and ...

9-17-18 Lions Club Park Senior Center to Host Senior Health Fair

Lions Club Park Senior Center will host a free Senior Health Fair Thursday, September 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free, and attendees do not have to be senior center members.

A variety of businesses and agencies that offer products and services ...

9-17-18 Killeen Senior Centers to Host Senior Health Fair

Killeen senior centers will host a free Senior Health Fair Thursday, September 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Killeen Community Center. Admission is free, and attendees do not have to be senior center members.

A variety of businesses and agencies that offer ...

9-17-18 Household Hazardous Waste Collection September 29

Killeen residents are invited to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Temple September 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City of Temple Public Works, 3210 E. Avenue H.

Accepted materials include paints, pesticides, herbic...

9-14-18 Annual Waterway Clean Up at Long Branch Park

Keep Killeen Beautiful will host a waterway clean up at Long Branch Park September 22. Volunteers are needed.

This annual event removes trash and debris that has blown or washed into the creek. Litter can contaminate the waterway and be washed do...

9-11-18 First Time Homebuyer Education Class September 29

The City of Killeen will host a free First Time Homebuyer Education Class September 29, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Community Development Training Room, 802 N. 2^nd Street, Building E.

Participants will receive valuable information regarding the home buyin...

9-11-18 City Surplus Auction September 22

The City of Killeen will hold a surplus auction September 22 at Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. WS Young Drive. Public viewing begins at 8 a.m. The live auction starts at 10 a.m.

Used vehicles and accessories, computers, office equipment, ...

9-10-18 Dinosaur George Brings Big Fun to Killeen

Dinosaur George will bring his traveling natural history museum to Killeen Civic & Conference Center Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

The museum features dozens of artifacts and replicas complete with educatio...

9-6-18 City Online Services Unavailable Friday and Saturday

Planned system upgrades will take online services offline from Friday afternoon to Saturday morning. Affected services are utility payments online and by phone and online building permit applications and payments.

Systems are scheduled to be down from 5 p....

8-31-18 Boil Water Notice Issued August 30 Rescinded

The boil water notice issued August 30 and effective today at 7 a.m. for the following addresses has been rescinded:

• 7801-7907 Tyrel Drive
• 301-408 William Tell Drive
• 7802-7908 Flanigan Drive

Water line repairs do not require water service to be turned off, so...

8-30-18 Boil Water Notice Issued

Water service will be off tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the following addresses:

• 7801-7907 Tyrel Drive
• 301-408 William Tell Drive
• 7802-7908 Flanigan Drive

Once service is restored, affected residents must boil water until further notice.

A water main break...

8-29-18 Road Closure on Priest Drive Friday

Priest Drive, from Hallmark Avenue to the 500 block of Priest Drive, will be closed Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A private contractor will be installing a sewer tap and will manage traffic control.

Traffic will be routed around the closure during work hours...

8-29-18 City Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day

City of Killeen offices will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule, but Killeen Transfer Station and Killeen Recycling Center will be closed.

Lion...

8-29-18 About Town Event Planned to Encourage Community Engagement with City Staff

The City of Killeen will host About Town, a new event to make staff available to serve the community after hours in one location. The public is invited to participate September 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Killeen Community Center.

“It is importan...

8-28-18 Budget Presentations Complete; City Council Begins Discussing Changes

City Council heard the final staff presentations of the Fiscal Year 2019 Proposed Budget at a special workshop this afternoon. They also received presentations from six community partner organizations that receive City funds each year.

The proposed budget ...

8-26-18 Terrace Area Boil Water Notice Lifted

The BOIL WATER NOTICE issued August 24 for properties in the following areas has been lifted effective immediately:

• Carrie Avenue, between Carlisle Street and Terrace Drive
• Wells Street, between Carrie Avenue and Terrace Drive
• Estelle Avenue, between Carlisl...

8-24-18 Boil Water Notice Issued in Terrace Area

Water service has been interrupted by a water main break in the Terrace Drive area. All water at the following addresses should be boiled before consuming:

• Carrie Avenue, between Carlisle Street and Terrace Drive
• Wells Street, between Carrie Avenue and Terr...

8-23-18 Citizens Encouraged to Apply for Board and Commission Appointments

Killeen City Council will be making appointments to various boards and commissions. Citizens are encouraged to apply by September 7.

The City of Killeen appoints citizens to 16 boards and commissions, each with unique duties, memberships, qualifications an...

8-21-18 Departmental Budget Presentations Resume

City Council set the preliminary tax rate for Fiscal Year 2019 at 75.75 cents, the rollback rate, at a special meeting tonight. The preliminary rate may not be exceeded when adopted with the budget.

Council deliberated three alternatives in setting the tax...

8-15-18 Scheduled Library Closures Next Week

Killeen Main Library will be closed August 22 through 27 for installation of new flooring.

Copper Mountain Branch Library will be closed August 23. Staff will be hosting Maker Day, a free crafting event for all ages, at Killeen Civic & Conference Cente...

8-15-18 Crafty New Event Comes to Killeen

The City of Killeen is hosting Maker Day, a new event focused on inspiring creativity through crafts. The public is invited to participate August 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center.

Designed with interactive activities for a...

8-14-18 Departmental Presentations begin in Proposed Budget Deliberations

Proposed budget deliberations continued tonight as City Manager Ron Olson delivered the General Fund overview to City Council then called on department heads to present their department and division budgets.

The General Fund is supported primarily through ...

8-13-18 End of Season Pool Hours Start

The Family Aquatics Center and Long Branch Pool have new hours as the end of swim season approaches. Both facilities are now closed weekdays and open weekends through Labor Day.

Special Labor Day Weekend hours are as follows:

Family Aquatics Center: &nb...

8-13-18 Boil Water Notice Lifted in Area of Zephyr Road and MLK

The BOIL WATER NOTICE issued August 10 for properties in the following areas has been lifted effective immediately:

• All properties on Charisse Street
• 3709, 3907, 4003, 4100, 4103, 4306, 4308, 4310 and 4314 Zephyr Road
• 1303, 1305 and 1309 Martin Luther King, ...

8-10-18 Killeen Fire Department is Now Hiring

Killeen Fire Department is hiring probationary fire rescue officers to train to perform the essential duties of firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous material response and fire prevention. No certifications are required to apply.

The City of Killeen offer...

8-10-18 City to Rededicate Blackburn Log House August 18

The City of Killeen will host a rededication of the Blackburn Log House Saturday, August 18, at 9 a.m. at Killeen Community Center. The public is invited.

The 155 year old historic structure was closed for almost a year while undergoing restoration needed ...

8-10-18 Back 2 School Splash Bash August 18

The City of Killeen will host its annual Back 2 School Splash Bash Saturday, August 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Long Branch Park.

Organized by Killeen Parks & Recreation and the Youth Advisory Commission, Splash Bash is a fun farewell to summer before kids...

8-8-18 Water Service to be off Friday in Area of Zephyr Road and MLK

Water service will be unavailable Friday from approximately 6 a.m. to noon for properties in the following areas:

• All properties on Charisse Street
• 3709, 3907, 4003, 4100, 4103, 4306, 4308, 4310 and 4314 Zephyr Road
• 1303, 1305 and 1309 Martin Luther King, Jr...

8-7-18 City Manager Delivers Proposed Budget to City Council

City Manager Ron Olson delivered his proposed Fiscal Year 2019 Budget and Plan of Municipal Services to City Council at tonight’s special meeting. Council received the document along with an overview of its contents before setting September 4 as...

7-27-18 Pavement Restoration Work Begins July 30

Pavement restoration work will begin Monday on certain city streets. Work will take place in segments from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day through Friday.

Streets scheduled for maintenance are as follows:

• Lake Road, from W.S. Young Drive to Windward Drive
• Florence...

7-24-18 Killeen Fire Department Receives National Award for Cardiac Care

The American Heart Association has awarded the 2018 Mission: Lifeline^® EMS Gold Award to Killeen Fire Department for a second consecutive year. The national recognition is bestowed on departments providing the highest quality of care in the emerge...

7-24-18 Extreme Heat Leads to Increase in Water Line Breaks

The recent stretch of extreme high temperatures with no rainfall has led to water line breaks throughout the city. Crews are working diligently to make repairs and restore water services to affected areas.

Water line breaks occur when the ground becomes dr...

7-23-18 Movies in Your Park Series Finale July 27

Killeen’s free 2018 Movies in Your Park series concludes July 27 at 8:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center. The final film of the series will be CoCo, PG.

The movie is free and will start at dusk.

 ...

7-23-18 Long Branch Park Spray Pad Closed

The Junior Service League Spray Pad at Long Branch Park is closed until further notice due to a mechanical failure.

A filter break over the weekend has left the water feature temporarily inoperable. Crews are working to make the repair now.

The Sp...

7-20-18 First Time Homebuyer Education Classes in August

The City of Killeen will host a free First Time Homebuyer Education Class August 4. The session is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Community Development Training Room, 802 N. 2^nd Street, Building E.

Participants will receive valuable information regarding the...

7-20-18 Repair Work on WS Young Drive through the Weekend

Southbound WS Young Drive from Lowes Boulevard to I-14 will experience a lane closure for asphalt repair. Work will begin at 3 a.m. July 21 and last through July 24.

Crews will be removing damaged asphalt to replace it with new.

A series of traffic control ...

7-18-18 Signal Repair at Willow Springs and I-14 Thursday and Friday

The traffic signals located at the intersection of Willow Springs Road and eastbound I-14 will undergo repair Thursday and Friday. Work will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

The signal pole and mast arm were damaged by a vehicle accident and must...

7-16-18 Movies in Your Park Series Continues July 20

Killeen’s free 2018 Movies in Your Park series continues July 20 at 8:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center. The film of the evening will be Lego Ninjago.

The series schedule is as follows:

July 20  ...

7-16-18 Killeen Utility Customers have New Method to Contribute to Special City Programs

July water bills feature a new option for Killeen customers. A box has been added to the upper right corner of paper bills to allow contributions to specific City senior assistance, animal services and summer youth programs. These options are also availab...

7-14-18 First Time Homebuyer Education Class in July

The City of Killeen will host a free First Time Homebuyer Education Class July 28. The session is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center, 801 N. 4^th Street, Building E.

Participants will receive valuable information regarding the h...

7-2-18 Rosewood Drive Lane Closures begin Tuesday

Northbound Rosewood Drive, between Riverstone Drive and Sulphur Springs Drive, will experience intermittent lane closures beginning tomorrow. Work is expected to take place weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through July 17.

Crews will be removing topsoil alon...

7-2-18 Movies in Your Park Series Continues July 6

Killeen’s free 2018 Movies in Your Park series continues July 6 at 8:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center. The film of the evening will be Despicable Me 3.

The series schedule is as follows:

July 6 &nbs...

6-29-18 City Offices Closed Wednesday for Independence Day

City offices will be closed Wednesday in observance of Independence Day.

Emergency services will operate without interruption.

Garbage collection will run on its normal schedule; however the Transfer Station and the Recycling Center will be closed.

The Famil...

6-25-18 Movies in Your Park Series Premiers Friday

Killeen’s free 2018 Movies in Your Park series premiers Friday at 8:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center. The featured presentation will be Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.

The series schedule is as follows...

6-25-18 Boil Water Notice Lifted in Area of Zephyr Road and MLK

The BOIL WATER NOTICE issued June 23 for properties in the following areas has been lifted effective immediately:

• 1002-1210 Charisse Street
• 3709-4314 Zephyr Road
• 1303-1507 and 4311 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
• 1300-1501 Hammond Drive
• 3702-4002 Peaks Drive...

6-21-18 Movies in Your Park Series Premiers June 29

Killeen’s free 2018 Movies in Your Park series premiers June 29 at 8:30 p.m. at Killeen Amphitheater, located next to the Killeen Community Center. The featured presentation will be Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.

The series schedule is as follow...

6-20-18 Water Service to be off Saturday in Area of Zephyr Road and MLK

Water service will be unavailable Saturday from approximately 5 to 11 a.m. for properties in the following areas:

• 1002-1210 Charisse Street
• 3709-4314 Zephyr Road
• 1303-1507 and 4311 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
• 1300-1501 Hammond Drive
• 3702-4002 Peaks Drive...

6-19-18 City Manager Provides Fifth 100-Day Report to Council

Killeen City Manager Ron Olson presented his fifth 100-day report on organizational accomplishments to Killeen City Council in executive session at tonight’s workshop. The body then provided its assessment of his performance for the period of Ma...

6-13-18 Killeen Consumer Confidence Report Confirms Excellent Water Quality

The City of Killeen has released its 2017 Consumer Confidence Report to inform the public of the quality and safety of its drinking water. Killeen is proud to report that it had no water quality violations in the 2017 calendar year.

“Safe drinkin...

6-11-18 Lane Closures on Onion Road Begin Tuesday

Onion Road lane closures are scheduled to begin tomorrow. Work is expected to take place daily from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. through Friday.

Crews will be applying striping to Onion Road, from Elms Road to Stan Schlueter Loop.

Traffic will be routed around th...

6-8-18 Possible Interruption to Online Payment Services Wednesday

City online and phone payment services may experience interruptions Wednesday from 6 to 10 p.m.

Scheduled maintenance and upgrades may affect access to Building Permits online services, Utility Collections online and phone payment services, Municipal Court...

6-4-18 Boil Water Notice Lifted for 1500 and 1600 Blocks of Illinois Avenue

The BOIL WATER NOTICE issued May 30 for the 1500 and 1600 blocks of Illinois Avenue has been lifted effective immediately.

City crews completed fire hydrant replacement and restored water service.

Water quality tests have been completed, and the water is sa...

5-31-18 Household Chemical Collection June 9

Killeen and Harker Heights residents are invited to participate in a free Household Chemical Collection event June 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Killeen Civic and Conference Center, 3601 S. W.S. Young Drive.

Accepted materials include paints, pestic...

5-30-18 Pools and Splash Pad Open for Summer Season

The Family Aquatics Center and Long Branch Pool open Saturday for the summer.

Regular Family Aquatics Center hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The center is closed Mondays. ...

5-25-18 Water Service to be off Wednesday in 1500 and 1600 Blocks of Illinois Avenue

Water service will be unavailable Wednesday from 7 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. for properties in the 1500 and 1600 blocks of Illinois Avenue. Once service is restored, affected residents must boil water until further notice.

City crews will be repairing a...

5-24-18 New Parking Regulation for Large Trucks in Effect

Killeen City Council has amended the parking ordinance to address large truck parking near residential areas. It is now illegal to park a truck with a capacity of one ton or greater within 500 feet of a residential property.

The amendment was made to assis...

5-22-18 Municipal Offices Closed Memorial Day

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

Emergency services and garbage collection will operate without interruption.

The Transfer Station and Recycle Center will be closed.

The Family Recreation Center will be open from 5...

5-22-18 Memorial Day Ceremony May 28

The Area Veterans Advisory Committee will host the Killeen Memorial Day Ceremony Monday at 10 a.m. at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 State Highway 195. The public is encouraged to attend.

Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush will be the spe...

5-22-18 Family Aquatics Center and Long Branch Pool Open Memorial Day Weekend

The Family Aquatics Center at Lions Club Park and Long Branch Pool will be open Memorial Day weekend.

The Family Aquatics Center will be open May 26 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., May 27 from 1 to 6:30 p.m. and May 28 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Daily admission ...

5-22-18 City Manager Delivers Status Report on Upcoming Budget

City Manager Ron Olson presented a status report with preliminary findings for the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget to City Council at tonight’s workshop. The presentation detailed revenue estimates and financial trends that will be factors in developing...

5-15-18 Scheduled Closure at Hilliard Road Begins Wednesday

Lane closures on Hilliard Road, in the area of Brookhaven Elementary School and Rancier Middle School, will begin Wednesday. Work is expected to take place from approximately 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for one week.

Crews will be repairing striping on Hilliard Road ...

5-15-18 College and Gilmer Rail Crossing Closures Tomorrow

BNSF Railway will close rail crossings at College Street and Gilmer Street tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for repairs.

Traffic will be detoured around the intersections, and motorists are asked to use caution and obey signage.

The City of Killeen apologizes...

5-11-18 Farewell Reception for Councilman Jonathan Okray

The City of Killeen will bid a fond farewell to City Councilman At Large Jonathan Okray at a reception Tuesday from 4 to 5 p.m. at Killeen City Hall. The public is invited.

Councilman Okray was elected to an at large seat in 2012 and won reelection in 2014...

5-11-18 Celebrate Killeen Festival and Rodeo Killeen Bring the Fun to Town

The annual Celebrate Killeen Festival and Rodeo Killeen will take place May 17 through 19 at the Killeen Special Events Center and rodeo grounds. Both events are open to the public and will provide entertainment for the whole family.

The Celebrate Killeen ...

5-8-18 Roy Reynolds Rail Crossing Closure

BNSF Railway will close the Roy Reynolds rail crossing tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for repairs.

Traffic will be detoured around the construction area, and motorists are asked to use caution and obey signage.

The City of Killeen apologizes for any inconve...

5-2-18 National Day of Prayer Observance Tomorrow

A National Day of Prayer observance will take place at Killeen City Hall tomorrow at noon. The public is invited to attend.

The program will include presentation of a mayoral proclamation and offering of prayers by citizens in the areas of government, mili...

5-2-18 Boil Water Notice Lifted for 1500 and 1600 Blocks of Illinois Avenue

The BOIL WATER NOTICE issued May 25 and effective May 30 for properties in the 1500 and 1600 blocks of Illinois Avenue has been lifted effective immediately.

Water quality tests have been completed and confirmed that water is safe to drink and use without ...

4-30-18 First Time Homebuyer Education Classes in May

The City of Killeen will host free First Time Homebuyer Education Classes May 5 and 19. Sessions are from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Development Training Room, 802 N. 2^nd Street, Building E.

Participants will receive valuable information regardi...

4-27-18 Water Conservation Plan Takes Effect May 1

The City of Killeen Water Conservation Plan is in effect each year from May 1 through September 30. The plan establishes four stages beginning with voluntary conservation and progressing to mandatory restrictions.

Killeen will automatically enter...

4-26-18 Internal Audit of Conference Center Mixed Beverage Operation Completed

City Auditor Matthew Grady has completed his independent examination of mixed beverage operations at Killeen Civic & Conference Center and published his findings for public review.

The audit focused on the contracted mixed beverage operations at the Ci...

4-25-18 Apply Now for Summer Lifeguard Jobs

The City of Killeen is accepting applications for summer lifeguards.  Students age 16 and older are encouraged to apply.

Each year, the City hires lifeguards and other aquatics staff to operate the Family Aquatics Center and Long Branch Pool, whic...

4-20-18 Repairs at Aspen and Chantz begin Monday

Road repairs at the intersection of Chantz Drive and Aspen Drive will begin Monday. Closures will be from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays for approximately two weeks.

Crews will be removing damaged asphalt and replacing it to create a smoother driving surface.

Tr...

4-20-18 Overnight Closures on Lowes Boulevard begin Monday

Lowes Boulevard from WS Young Drive to the Lowes business parking lot will experience overnight closures beginning Monday. Closures will be from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. for approximately one week.

Closing the road segment will allow crews to apply new lane marki...

4-16-18 Scheduled Closure at Main Library Saturday

The Main Library, located at 205 E. Church Avenue, will be closed Saturday. It will reopen for normal hours Monday.

This closure is for scheduled improvements to repair flooring.

Copper Mountain Branch Library, located at 3000 S. WS Young Drive, will be ope...

4-16-18 Mayor to Proclaim Bob Gray Day Wednesday

Mayor Jose Segarra will proclaim Bob Gray Day Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at a ceremony at Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport.

The mayor will present an official proclamation to a Gray family member during the ceremony.

Robert “Bob” Gray was ...

4-16-18 Killeen Home Buyer Expo Saturday

The City of Killeen will host the first Home Buyer Expo Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public.

Organized by the Community Development Department as part of its Home Investment Par...

4-9-18 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday

Killeen residents are invited to participate in a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event hosted by Milam County and Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG). The event is scheduled Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Thorndale at the Milam County Pr...

4-6-18 Killeen Home Buyer Expo April 21

The City of Killeen will host the inaugural Home Buyer Expo Saturday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Killeen Civic & Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public.

Organized by the Community Development Department as part of its Home...

4-6-18 Free Spring Trash Collection Next Week

The City of Killeen is offering a free additional solid waste service next week to help residents dispose of bulky items and prevent illegal dumping.

Items such as furniture, appliances, tires, brush and building materials will be picked up at cu...

4-6-18 City Establishes Election Webpage and Releases Voter Brochure for May Election

The City of Killeen has called a May 5 municipal election to elect a mayor and three at large city council seats and to decide two charter amendment propositions. The City has created a webpage and voter brochure to assist voters.

The election webpage is a...

4-4-18 Killeen to Participate in Texas Trash Off Saturday

The Don’t Mess with Texas Trash Off is Saturday, and volunteers are still needed for the Killeen effort.

Volunteers may still register online at killeentexas.gov/volunteer. Advance registration is encouraged but not required.

Participants will mee...

April Animal Adoption Prices Only $25

Find your new furry friend at Killeen Animal Services!

Swim programs available this summer

Register your child for swim lessons or the swim team!

Election Day May 4

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Fallen Heroes 5K April 27

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The Spray Pad is Open!

Stop by for some free, family fun!

Cen-Tex Race Series

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Find a new furry friend!

Killeen Animal Shelter has many deserving pets in need of a forever home.

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