The Cresson Bypass will be closed Tuesday, March 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. while the Texas Department of Transportation performs maintenance work.

Beginning March 2, a City contractor, Water Company of America, will conduct one-time checks of selected water meters at businesses and residences. Personnel will be clearly identified and WILL NOT enter homes or businesses. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the City of Granbury at 682-205-1777, option 7. Thank you for your cooperation.

The next Great Granbury Cleanup is Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at Granbury City Hall, 116 W Bridge Street.

The "Great Granbury Cleanup" is a semiannual community event where volunteers gather to pick up trash from roadsides and other public areas to beautify Granbury. 

Volunteers, who must be at least seven years old, form teams and meet at City Hall on the event day to receive maps, safety instructions, trash bags, and vests, with teams being responsible for leaving filled trash bags at their cleanup sites for city staff to collect. 

The event is organized by the City of Granbury and takes place in the spring and fall. 

How the Great Granbury Cleanup Works

Team Up: Form a team of four or more people, ensuring everyone is at least seven years old. 

Meet Up: On the morning of the event, meet at City Hall. 

Gear Up: You'll be provided with safety instructions, trash bags, and a safety vest. 

Clean Up: Go to an area you choose or be given an area that needs litter picked up. 

Gather Up: Once your area is clean, leave the filled trash bags about 10 feet off the road for City Staff to pick up.

Granbury High School students and staff also have twice-yearly cleanups at the school. The goal is to collect trash and litter, creating a cleaner and more beautiful Granbury for residents and visitors.

Bulk Trash Pickup is Saturday, April 11  Have your trash curbside by 7 a.m.

Acceptable items for bulk trash pick-up include mattresses, refrigerators, freezers, and a/c units—which must have certification of Freon reclamation. Tree limbs will be picked up if they are bundled and less than four feet long. There is a six-item limit per household. Items that will not be picked up include tires, paint, oil, liquids, construction and masonry materials. Bulk trash day does not affect normal residential pick-up.

Shred It Instead is Saturday, April 11 at 9 a.m., until the shredding truck is filled, or noon at American Town Hall, 220 N. Travis Street.

The event is free for Granbury residents. You may bring up to three "Bankers Boxes" of paper only. No binder clips, staples, or paper clips, please. Volunteers will be available to unload your vehicle. A drive-through option is available, but you can also choose to park and watch your paper get shredded. This is a secure way for Granbury residents to dispose of sensitive documents such as bank statements, old bills, and tax returns. 

For more information, email pio@granbury.org

Having a Granbury mailing address or ZIP code does not always mean a property is located within the City of Granbury city limits. ZIP codes and mailing addresses are assigned by the U.S. Postal Service and often extend beyond city boundaries into non-city areas of Hood County.

The four easiest ways to determine if you live within Granbury city limits:

1) Use the City’s Interactive Map

Go to www.granbury.org

Hover over “Residents”  Under “Services,” click “Interactive Maps”

Click “here” in the sentence: “To access the City of Granbury GIS Web Tool click here”  A map will appear showing areas inside city limits shaded in green

Enter your address in the “Find address or place” box in the upper-left corner

Press Enter

If your address is within the green shaded area, you live inside the Granbury city limits

2) Review your trash and utility services

If your residential trash is picked up curbside weekly by Waste Connections and the service is included on your City of Granbury utility bill, this is a strong indicator you live within the city limits.

3) Check your property tax statement

If your property is inside city limits, your tax bill typically lists the City of Granbury as a taxing entity. Properties outside city limits will not include a city tax. You can review your property tax information at: https://hoodcad.net/

4) Contact the City for confirmation

Email pio@granbury.org with the address in question, and City staff can help confirm whether the property is located within the Granbury city limits.

Living inside the Granbury city limits offers enhanced services, infrastructure, and civic involvement, balanced by city taxes and local regulations designed to protect public safety and community standards.

City Services

• Police and fire protection
• City water, wastewater, and curbside trash service
• Street maintenance managed by the City
• City-managed utilities overseen locally by elected officials, providing local accountability and public input.
• Code enforcement to help maintain neighborhood safety and property standards

Civic Participation

• Eligibility to vote in City of Granbury elections
• Ability to run for City office or serve on City boards, commissions, and committees
• Direct representation by the Granbury City Council

Parks, Facilities, and Programs

• Access to city parks, trails, and recreational facilities
• Opportunities to participate in City-sponsored events and programs
• Investment in community amenities that support quality of life

Planning and Development Oversight

• City zoning and development standards that help guide orderly growth
• Local review of land use, building permits, and neighborhood compatibility
• Permits and inspections are required for many construction or remodeling projects

City Taxes

• Residents pay City of Granbury property taxes in addition to county and school district taxes

Regulations and Ordinances

• Properties must comply with city ordinances, including zoning, building codes, and property maintenance standards

At the January 20 City Council meeting, councilmembers appointed and reappointed people to serve on Boards, Commissions, and Committees. These volunteers play a vital role in shaping our community. The City sincerely thanks each of them for their time, expertise, and dedication to public service. Reappointed members are noted with (I).

Building Standards, Plumbing, Adjustments & Appeals Board Phillip Benson, Tony Callaway (I) and Randy Emerson

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee Paul Cornell (I), Richard Hoefs (I) and Mickey Parson

Charter Review Commission John Grace, Terri Johnson, Tony Mobly, Ronnie Hurd, Terry Louvin and Paul Parker

Granbury Cultural Arts Commission Mickey Parson (I), Mary Ella Riley (I) and Alison Ullom (I)

Granbury Parks Board Phillip Benson, Jayme Cornwell (I), Kali Kuban (I) and Kay Wasielewski (I)

Granbury Regional Airport Board Kyle Michaelis, Greg Moore and John Roberts (I)

Historic Preservation Commission Mary Hattox, Claudia Southern (I), Kay Wasielewski (I) and Carol Walton (I)

Planning & Zoning Commission Jayme Cornwell, Richard Hoefs (I), Tony Mobly and Randall Moore (I)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Ronnie Hurd (I), Terry Louvin and Dwayne Opella

Ethics Commission: Lewis James

Thank you to all who serve. Your commitment helps make Granbury a stronger community.

The City has recently been made aware of scam emails circulating that falsely claim to be from the City of Granbury. These messages may request payment, include invoices, or ask you to reply for wire instructions.

Some things to know:

The City will never request payment via wire transfer or unsolicited email attachments

Official City of Granbury emails only come from addresses ending in @granbury.org

Emails from look-alike addresses, such as “@usa.com” or similar, are not from the City

If you receive a suspicious email:

Do not click links or open attachments

Do not send payment or personal information

If something doesn’t look right, trust your instincts and check with City staff first.

Sharing this post can help protect our neighbors and local businesses from scam attempts. Thank you for helping keep Granbury informed and secure.

The City of Granbury congratulates four members of the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department recognized as Members of the Year for their outstanding service and dedication to our community:

Firefighter of the Year: Brian Serratelli

Rookie of the Year: Eric Fleckenstein

Officers Award: Ami Bush

Chief’s Award: Carter Chance

These firefighters were honored for going above and beyond, on calls and behind the scenes, to help keep Granbury safe. We are grateful for their commitment and proud to recognize their service.

The City of Granbury is proud to announce that our community has been awarded Platinum Scenic City Certification by the Scenic City Standards Review Commission. That is the highest honor given through the Scenic City Certification Program. It recognizes Granbury’s dedication to excellence in city planning, design, and beautification, and it highlights the collective efforts of our residents, leaders and City staff who work every day to make Granbury a more beautiful, sustainable, and welcoming place to live, work, and visit.

Through a rigorous review process, Granbury stood out among cities across Texas for its commitment to protecting and enhancing the scenic qualities that define our community’s character; from thoughtful development standards and public spaces to long-term investments that enrich quality of life.

City Manager Chris Coffman shared his appreciation for the recognition. “This achievement reflects years of dedication by our City staff, elected officials, and residents who care deeply about preserving what makes Granbury special. The Platinum Scenic City Certification isn’t just a mark of excellence, it’s a symbol of how our community comes together to plan wisely, build beautifully, and protect the character that makes Granbury shine,” said Coffman.

Earning Platinum Certification places Granbury among an elite group of Texas cities recognized for setting the highest standards in visual appeal, community planning, and civic pride. Thank you, Granbury, for making our city shine!

The City of Granbury’s proactive leadership and commitment to securing outside funding have resulted in one of the largest financial boosts in the City’s history. The Texas Water Development Board has approved a $57.8 million drinking water emerging contaminants grant to the City. It goes directly toward improving the quality, capacity, and reliability of Granbury’s drinking water.

This funding will cover a large portion of the planning, design, and construction of a new $100 million water treatment facility while also adding advanced treatment capabilities at the existing plant. Together, the two facilities will ensure Granbury continues to deliver clean, safe, great-tasting water that meets the community’s needs.

“These improvements strengthen our entire water system and protect our future,” said City Manager Chris Coffman. “This grant saved every man, woman, boy, and girl in Granbury about $5,000. It’s one of the biggest financial awards our community has ever seen. It pays for the technology that enables clean, safe drinking water, without putting the burden on local taxpayers.”

The ten-year Capital Improvement Plan for water and sewer infrastructure is priced at approximately $250 million. With this $57.8 million grant, Granbury is investing in clean water, system reliability, and real savings for every resident, both today and for generations to come.

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Hood County Emergency Sirens sound for weather warnings, an emergency at the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant near Glen Rose, or a test at noon on the first and third Monday of each month, except major holidays.

If you hear a siren AT ANY OTHER TIME, please go indoors. Turn on your TV to local news or radio to WBAP 820 AM.

You can find more information at: https://hoodcounty.texas.gov/departments/emergency_management/emergency_notifications/index.php and https://www.cpnppemergencyinfo.com/

The City of Granbury congratulates Lowell Ercanbrack, chaplain and active firefighter with the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department, on his election as statewide chaplain for the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas.

In his new role, Ercanbrack will help lead chaplain training and certification efforts across Texas, strengthening support systems for firefighters and enhancing public safety. When first responders have access to trained chaplains, they’re better equipped to manage the emotional demands of the job, which helps ensure strong, compassionate service to the community.

“At the heart of every great organization in the fire service is training,” Ercanbrack said. “As volunteers in Texas, we have done an amazing job in the operational training of our firefighters. I have a desire to see the same level of training for those who offer care for our first responders.”

Last year, Ercanbrack organized a chaplain training course that served 22 fire department chaplains from Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. The course focused on supporting both the spiritual and mental well-being of department members. That is an effort that benefits both firefighter wellness and the residents they serve.

Ercanbrack has served as GVFD’s chaplain for six years. He also serves as chaplain for the association’s District 16 and as pastor of Kingdom Life Church.

Lt. David Lowery has been honored as the 2024 District 16 Firefighter of the Year by the Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas. Recognized for his leadership, dedication, and service, Lowery received the award for his exceptional commitment to firefighter training and public safety across Hood and surrounding counties. A four-year GVFD veteran, Lowery currently leads the department’s fire academy, where he trains the next generation of firefighters. “Being a firefighter is a commitment to responding and making sure that our community is safe,” he said. Grateful for the support of his team, Lowery emphasized the importance of work ethic, teamwork, and lifelong learning in the fire service.    

Visit Granbury, the City of Granbury’s Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, is pleased to share that Granbury, Texas has been named the Best Historic Small Town in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

This marks Granbury’s fourth win in this national competition, having previously earned the top honor in 2019, 2020, and 2021. The annual contest, which features public voting from across the country, recognizes small towns that offer rich historic significance and community appeal. Granbury once again claimed the number one spot, rising to the top from a shortlist of 20 finalists selected by a panel of travel experts.  More at https://www.visitgranbury.com/

It is now official. Gov. Greg Abbott signed the joint House/Senate resolution June 11 during the 88th Texas Legislature - Designating Granbury, TX the official Celebration Capital of Texas; recognizing the wide array of special events, celebrations, both time-honored and new, that add greatly to the city’s distinctive charm and sense of community both residents and visitors have come to enjoy.

According to Tammy Dooley, “the ‘Celebration Capital of Texas’ Designation is not only an honor for the city but an invaluable marketing tool to promote and tell our story. Celebrations are our brand. Visitors come to Granbury to Celebrate everything! Festivals, history, patriotism, arts and culture, music, culinary, nature and recreation, lake activities and even monarch butterflies. But that is not all, girlfriend weekends, family reunions, weddings, conventions, car shows and more. We have become known as a place to head to for a celebration.”

She added “Congratulations Granbury! And a huge Thank You to Representative Shelby Slawson who authored the bill and Brian Birdwell for sponsoring the bill. Slawson filed House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 104) and championed the bill during their session. Welcome to the Celebration Capital of Texas, let the Celebrations begin!”

In March the Granbury City Council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution to request the Texas House of Representatives designate Granbury as the “Celebration Capital of Texas.” The action to adopt a resolution was taken at the request of Tammy Dooley, Visit Granbury Director after the tourism team worked with local stakeholders to identify Granbury’s story and heartbeat. By a unanimous recommendation the team determined “celebrations” summed up who Granbury is today. “I have so much gratitude for the support the city tourism team receives in Granbury, especially from our City Council, Mayor, Jim Jarratt, and City Manager Chris Coffman. They are amazing motivation for our efforts.”

For the Legislature to assign a “Place Designation” it must reflect a locations historical or cultural significance. No two cities may have the same designation. Approximately 90 Texas cities have a “capital” moniker, and a designation will remain in effect ten years.

Tourism is Granbury’s number one industry. Travel Texas reports 58.1M was attributed to Total Direct Travel Spending in Granbury in 2022, (purchases by travelers during their trip, including lodging taxes, and other applicable local and state taxes, paid by the traveler at the point of sale) along with 4.6M Direct Tax Receipts (taxes collected by state Counties and Municipalities as levied on applicable travel-related purchases, including lodging, food and beverage service, retail goods and motor fuel.) Last year, for the first time ever, Granbury exceeded the $1M HOT mark.

Soon Visit Granbury will be rolling out new marketing campaigns and materials specifically announcing and promoting the designation. Granbury host over 40 events annually with well over 75,000+ attendees. Some of Granbury’s showcase events include 4th of July Celebrations, Wine Walk, Harvest Moon Festival, Lone Star Street Rod Association, Hood County Stampede Rodeo, Spartan & Tough Mudder, Spooky Spectacle, LakeFest, Founder’s Day, Bulls on the Beach, Jazz Fest, Goosebump Jump and many others “Our visitors know there is always something fun going on Granbury.” Dooley said.

For event calendar and to read the entire H.C.R. 104 go to visitgranbury.com “Celebration Capital of Texas” visitgranbury.com