City Offices Closed for Labor Day Published on August 18, 2025 City of Waco offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 for Labor Day. Some City of Waco services, departments, and contracted partners have alternate schedules. Tagged as: , Announcements, Latest Information
Citizen's Fire Academy Registration Published on August 14, 2025 The application for the 2025 class is now closed. The Waco Fire Department is excited to host its fifth annual Citizen's Fire Academy! McLennan County residents will learn about being a firefighter through classroom instructions and hands-on demonstrations. The academy will be held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. from September 4 through October 2. Tagged as: , Announcements, Latest Information
City of Waco Submits Proposed 2025-2026 Budget to Waco City Council Published on August 08, 2025 The proposed budget for fiscal year 2025–2026 is now available. The new budget maintains the current tax rate and includes a modest 0.1% increase over the previous year. The average City of Waco homeowner and utility bill customer can expect to see an increase of $11.18 for City services. Waco City Council will adopt the final budget at a public meeting on September 2. Tagged as: , Announcements
Meet Bodhi the New Giraffe at Cameron Park Zoo Published on August 08, 2025 A new face has joined the giraffe herd at Cameron Park Zoo. On July 25, proud parents Ellie and Dane welcomed Bodhi to the world. He was born at 112 pounds and is already adapting well to his life at the Zoo. Come on down to Cameron Park Zoo to meet Bodhi! Tagged as: , Announcements
Waco Breaks Ground on New Fire Station #4 Published on August 07, 2025 On Thursday, August 7, the City of Waco and the Waco Fire Department celebrated a major milestone in public safety with a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Fire Station #4. The state-of-the-art facility will replace the current station and is strategically designed to enhance emergency response capabilities and better serve the growing needs of the City. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Get the latest City Limits eNewsletter! Published on August 04, 2025 City Limits eNewsletters are sent out twice a month to share City of Waco events and programs.Topics this week include:• City of Waco Career Opportunities• Apply to Serve on a Board or Commission• Download the Waco Library App• Apply for Waco Youth Council• And more! Tagged as: , Latest Information
Work for Waco: Big City Services Are Powered By People Like You Published on August 01, 2025 Are you looking for rewarding work and want to make a difference in your community? Work for Waco! The City of Waco is responsible for providing essential municipal services and enhancing the quality of life for all its residents. Working for the City of Waco means joining a team dedicated to public service and professional growth. Tagged as: , Latest Information
Serve the City You Love: Apply for a Board, Commission, or Committee Published on August 01, 2025 Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? The City of Waco is now accepting applications for volunteers to serve on a variety of Boards and Commissions. We welcome applications from residents of all backgrounds, professions, and experience levels. Tagged as: , Announcements
Help Us Cool Down Our Community with a Fan Donation Published on July 31, 2025 Donate fans at your nearest fire station! With temperatures increasing and Waco officially hitting the 100-degree mark, the need for heat relief is more critical than ever. Waco Fire Department is accepting fan donations at all Fire Stations and have partnered with Mission Waco to distribute the fans to individuals and families who need them most. Tagged as: , Announcements, Latest Information
A New StoryWalk® Begins at Dewey Park Published on July 28, 2025 On Monday, July 28, the summer camp kids at Dewey Community Center helped us unveil the brand-new StoryWalk® book at Dewey Park! The book, "Clarence's Birthday Wish," was written and illustrated by Waco Library's very own children's librarian James and the amazing summer camp kids. The celebration included a lively read-aloud of the new book, songs, movement activities, and plenty of bubbles. Tagged as: , Latest Information