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A state construction filing lists a planned P. Terry’s Burger Stand No. 41 at 10990 Hwy. 29 in Liberty Hill. The filing gives a January 2027 construction start and a July 2027 target completion; no opening date has been announced.
The Liberty Hill community celebrated the 50th anniversary of the 1976 International Sculpture Symposium during its Oct. 10 Sculpture Festival at Lions Foundation Park, according to an Oct. 16 report.
The county polling list includes one early-voting location and four Election Day locations in its Liberty Hill listing. Early voting is scheduled for Oct. 19-30, and Election Day is Nov. 3.
World Population Review's Liberty Hill page estimates the city's 2026 population at 15,377. It reports 15.47% annual growth and a 317.85% increase from the 3,680 recorded in the 2020 census.
Liberty Hill ISD eighth graders are taking a new General Employability Skills course in 2026-27, replacing the former Leadership class. The course earns one high school CTE credit and covers workplace skills, career exploration, interviewing and professionalism.
An Oct. 9 report published in partnership with Liberty Hill ISD describes the Panther and Wrangler Pit Crews, whose Friday night tailgates raise money for student organizations across the district.
The City of Liberty Hill named Traci Anderson its executive director of strategic development, an Oct. 9, 2026 report said. Anderson, who assumed the role Sept. 30, previously led economic development corporations in Jarrell and Buda.
An Oct. 4, 2026 opinion column marked National Newspaper Week and said The Liberty Hill Independent has helped keep a record of the community for nearly four decades. The column said the paper's owners purchased it in 2023.
Liberty Hill ISD said Sept. 30, 2026 that no new policy for students with negative meal balances had been approved, after incorrect information circulated about a $25 limit and cheese sandwich meals. The district said it ended last fiscal year with more than $70,000 in unpaid balances and has begun reviewing procedures, with no timeline set.
Crazy Falafels, a family-run Mediterranean food trailer, recently opened in Liberty Hill. Noubar Ishak and his daughter Kylie run it, offering kebab plates and wraps, falafel and a vegetable plate.
A Sept. 25, 2026 Liberty Hill Independent report said the new Whataburger at 12925 Hwy. 29 in the Heritage Ridge development is set to open Oct. 19. The report also said the restaurant is adjacent to an under-construction Panda Express.
A Sept. 21, 2026 Liberty Hill Independent report said the City of Liberty Hill is seeking resident feedback on the next phase of its Liberty Hill 2030 Strategic Plan. The city proposed six strategic pillars and invited residents to participate through an online survey.
A Sept. 16, 2026 Liberty Hill Independent report said the Liberty Hill Public Library has secured a permanent Main Street site for a larger building. The library signed an architect contract Sept. 1, but no construction timeline or cost is set.
Liberty Hill ISD received the 2025-26 District of Distinction designation from the Texas Art Education Association for its visual arts program, according to a Sept. 16, 2026 Liberty Hill Independent report. The report described the program's growth alongside the district, including an annual district art show and participation in the Liberty Hill Sculpture Festival.
FiiZ Drinks plans to open a specialty beverage shop at 15050 Hwy. 29 in Liberty Hill, occupying the former Tea2Go location. The franchisee-owned store is expected to open in late fall or early winter 2026, pending construction.
A Target spokesperson said the new 148,000-square-foot store in Liberty Hill is scheduled to open October 11, 2026. The location at 351 N. U.S. 183 is expected to create more than 200 jobs and include a Starbucks, CVS Pharmacy, and Apple section.
Liberty Hill City Council filled its Place 5 vacancy with Lacy Scott and named members to a new legislative subcommittee ahead of the 90th Texas Legislative Session.
Liberty Hill City Council approved a $1.47 million professional services agreement with Griffin-Swinerton to serve as owner's representative for the first phase of the Downtown District project. The six-month phase will refine the 2024 Master Plan, conduct market and infrastructure studies, and develop a Concept Master Plan, with the overall process projected to extend through 2029.
A Grewal RE Group Liberty Hill page reviewed Aug. 9, 2026 lists a typical price range of $350,000 to $900,000-plus and gives July 31, 2026 as the end of its data period.
QuesaLab co-owner Victor Meza confirmed the restaurant is targeting a January 2027 opening at 13900 W. State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill, pending permits. The family-run concept focuses on reimagined quesadillas with non-traditional fillings.
U.S. Dermatology Partners announced the opening of a new office in Liberty Hill, Texas, led by Certified Physician Assistant Brandi Egizio. The location provides dermatological services to the community at 14001 W State Hwy 29.
Take 5 Oil Change and Gerber Collision & Glass are currently under construction at a commercial development along State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill. A proposed Waffle House at the same site remains in the permitting phase.
Liberty Hill's City Council approved a $2.48 million project on July 8, 2026, to pave and expand the City Park parking lot, including a $2,196,119 construction contract and a $285,000 contingency; construction is underway, with completion expected in February 2027.
Liberty Hill held its Independence Day Spectacular on July 3 to mark the 250th anniversary of America. The event featured food, a performance by Caleb Young, and a fireworks display.
According to a July 10, 2026 report, Vintage Church in Liberty Hill was to host the Compassion Experience, a free, family-friendly immersive exhibit presented by Compassion International, scheduled for July 10-12, 2026. The display was described as featuring interactive rooms and real-life stories of children living in poverty, highlighting Compassion's work with local church partners.
Recent Liberty Hill High School graduate Paityn Nash interned at the Liberty Hill Museum, organizing materials and researching local history. She found that Liberty Normal and Business College operated in Liberty Hill from 1884 to 1910.
As of a June 18, 2026 report, the Liberty Hill Public Library District was in the midst of its annual dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program, "Red, Roar & Explore," scheduled to run through July 15 with free events planned across June and July.
According to reporting published May 22, 2026, the City of Liberty Hill announced plans for the former Parker's Corner Market property to serve as "Parker's Mercantile," a temporary downtown activation space while long-term redevelopment continues. Under a lease agreement, the city partnered with Mike Farr, owner of Wish Kitchen & Bar, on the community-focused venue. The report said Parker's Mercantile was expected to open on weekends later in summer 2026.
A May 15, 2026 preview announced that Whimsy & Wonder was set for downtown Liberty Hill on May 16, 2026, 6–10 p.m., with art, music, food, shopping and interactive activities.
Eighth grader Avery Hefner served as Liberty Hill's Mayor for the Day, shadowing city officials and opening the City Council meeting.
Terrie Chambers and Jim Wofford finished as the top two vote-getters in the May 2 Liberty Hill Public Library District Board race, taking the two available seats ahead of Bob Calvisi, according to the Liberty Hill Independent's May 2 report. That report said the results were unofficial until canvassed.
An April 24, 2026 What Now Austin report described plans for a La Tequila Jalisco location in Liberty Hill at 13800 W State Hwy 29, based on a TDLR filing. The report said the filing covered new construction of a 3,400-square-foot restaurant, with work expected to run from July 30, 2026, until March 19.
Liberty Hill City Council approved a fiscal year 2026 budget amendment at its March 25 meeting to fund the city's first in-house engineering department. Pritchett said bringing the position of city engineer in-house will save money, improve efficiency and align projects with the city's broader plans.
Toll Brothers is now offering three new home collections — Maravilla, Sierra, and Tesoro — in the Eldorado village of the Santa Rita Ranch master-planned community in Liberty Hill. Three new model homes are open for tours at 131, 132, and 136 Modello Way in Liberty Hill. Homes in the collections range from approximately 2,248 to over 4,700 square feet, with Eldorado village pricing starting in the low $500,000s.
Liberty Hill ISD's board approved 2026-27 attendance zones as it prepared to open four new campuses over two school years. February reporting said Lariat Trails Elementary and Legacy Ranch Middle School were slated to open in August.
Ace Square is a planned retail center in Liberty Hill, anchored by Walmart and proposed for the northwest corner of State Highway 29 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard. In January 2026 reporting, a RESOLUT RE leasing flyer said delivery was expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. Proposed tenants listed for the center include Longhorn Steakhouse, Olive Garden, Bubba’s 33, PetSmart and Ross.
Mercado Libertad, a new Latino grocery store, officially opened in Liberty Hill on January 5, 2026. Owner Samuel Velez states the store offers authentic Mexican and Central American products to serve the local community.
A T.J. Maxx store is planned for the Liberty Hill Crossing Shopping Center, where a Target is also under construction. At the time of the January report, work on the 25,304-square-foot space was set to begin in March 2026, with an August completion anticipated.
The Liberty Hill Pro Rodeo website listed a PRCA-sanctioned, three-night event with a May 14, 2026 start date at Harvest Ranch Arena. It advertised 5 p.m. doors, a 6:30 p.m. rodeo and nightly mutton bustin' sign-ups.
A City of Liberty Hill notice made the FY 2027 recommended budget available for inspection and listed a recommended total tax rate of $0.494268 per $100 valuation. It said the budget would raise $937,656.04, or 16.6%, more total property taxes than last year's budget; $531,904.60, or 56.7%, of that amount is revenue from new property.
A City of Liberty Hill service-line inventory table lists local locations and fields covering system-owned and customer-owned portions, material classifications and installation dates. The document also says water providers are required to maintain an internal record of addresses for every service line.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for a Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation special meeting on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building. The agenda listed discussion and possible action on the EDC's fiscal year 2026-2027 budget.
An undated Liberty Hill webpage describes mayoral proclamations as ceremonial, lists eligibility limits, and links to a request form and guidelines with submission instructions.
The Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation posted an agenda for a board meeting on Jan. 21, 2026, at 5 p.m. at the Municipal Court council chamber. Listed items included a Parks Master Plan budget adjustment and approval of the board's December 2025 minutes.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court's August 2026 Appointments and Fees Report, citing Texas Government Code 36.004, recorded no appointments and no approved fees for the listed roles: attorney ad litem, competency evaluator, guardian, guardian ad litem, or mediator.
A Liberty Hill ISD webpage explains how students in special education prepare for education, employment and independent living after high school. The page says Texas ARD committees consider transition needs and add transition planning to a student's IEP by age 14.
The Lariat in Liberty Hill website lists model homes for builders including Ashton Woods, Drees Custom Homes, Chesmar, Highland Homes, Perry Homes and Tri Pointe. It invites visitors to tour the models in the Liberty Hill neighborhood.
City of Liberty Hill annexation documents describe how landowners may petition to bring property into the city limits, including a $550 application fee. A municipal services agreement must be signed before annexation can proceed.
A City of Liberty Hill zoning guide describes the C2 Downtown Commercial/Retail district and its permitted uses and lot standards. It lists eating establishments, bars or taverns, retail sales and service, and several dimensional rules.
A Liberty Hill ISD Police Department page says traffic citations it issues may be processed through Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 or Liberty Hill Municipal Court. It advises recipients to contact the applicable court with questions about payment or procedures.
Liberty Hill ISD's Success Academy page describes a virtual program for eligible high school students that combines online coursework with district support. It lists full-time virtual and hybrid pathways and says the academy is currently housed at Liberty Hill High School.
Liberty Hill ISD's substitute page describes up to $2,000 in semester stipends and a Friday premium for the 2026-27 school year, plus daily pay rates.
A Liberty Hill ISD human resources page outlines Texas teacher-certification pathways for people starting careers, changing professions or already certified elsewhere, and links to state and alternative certification resources.
Liberty Hill ISD's new-hire page describes the path from application and supervisor recommendation through a Red Rover offer, required paperwork, fingerprinting and background checks, HR onboarding and final clearance to start.
Liberty Hill ISD's history page traces local education from an 1854 log-cabin schoolhouse to a district it says serves more than 10,000 students in a community spanning 100 square miles.
A Liberty Hill ISD human resources page describes $2,000 referral and $2,000 new-hire incentives for eligible special education teacher, pre-K teacher and athletic trainer positions. The page says the combined potential is $4,000 per eligible filled position, subject to program requirements.
Lariat Trails Elementary, a Liberty Hill ISD elementary campus, opened for the 2026-27 school year and welcomed its first students Aug. 12, 2026. The prekindergarten-through-fifth-grade campus is at 3086 County Road 214 in Liberty Hill.
The City of Liberty Hill's Community Support Funding page lists a $45,000 allocation in the 2025/2026 budget for 501(c)3 organizations. The application collects organization and prior-funding details, and the policy sets a $500-$20,000 request range, a March 1-April 1 window and priority service areas.
Liberty Hill's LHTX Connect page explains how residents can report a concern with a category, location and optional photo. It lists weekday monitoring hours, a business-hours phone number and after-hours water and wastewater contacts, and says police, fire or medical emergencies should go to 911.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Department maintains a page titled "Recently Approved Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)." The page lists eight examples by name, including Liberty Center PUD and Liberty Hill RV Resort PUD.
The Liberty Hill City Secretary's Office handles records, elections, public information and TABC permit reviews; its City Hall office is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The City of Liberty Hill's Human Resources Department describes its role supporting city employees and helping departments maintain workplace compliance. The page also links to current job openings.
The City of Liberty Hill's New Customers page explains that a Liberty Hill address does not always mean city water and sewer service. It shows residents how to verify their providers and how city-limit customers apply for both services.
The City of Liberty Hill's Municipal Court of Record No. 1 page describes the court's mission and its role as a judicial branch of city government. It says the court hears Class C misdemeanor and city ordinance cases and administrative and civil matters authorized by state law.
The Liberty Hill Police Department's General Information page gives weekday business hours and a non-emergency dispatch number. It also lists the Municipal Court Clerk's office address and weekday hours at the Municipal Court Building.
The City of Liberty Hill's Backflow Prevention page explains its program to protect the public water supply from cross-connections. It says annual testing applies to certain assemblies, and residential pool units require installation testing with further testing only recommended.
Liberty Hill's Communications Department works under City Manager's Office direction on municipal communications and marketing. It handles events and festivals, newsletters, news releases, publications, graphics, social media, websites and media inquiries.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Department says it ensures development is consistent with the community's vision through the Unified Development Code and LHTX 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Its page links to those documents, Round Rock design and construction standards, and FAQs.
The Liberty Hill Police Department's Operations Services Division is commanded by Lt. Daniel Tercero, according to the city's page. It describes patrol officers as first responders and provides a phone number for residents to request extra patrols in a specific area.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court's driving safety course page lists requirements for requesting a driving safety course. It says a charge may be dismissed by taking the course, and that requests can be made online. The page also lists documents and conditions defendants must satisfy.
The Liberty Hill Police Department's Support Services Division is led by Interim Police Chief Jeff Ringstaff and covers administrative services, reserves, community services, criminal investigations, property, logistics and fleet management. Its community programs include National Night Out, Blue Santa and Stuff A Cruiser.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court's self-representation page explains that defendants may represent themselves but are held to attorney standards and must follow court procedure and evidence rules. It also notes that court staff and the judge cannot provide legal advice or present a defendant's case.
The City of Liberty Hill's Mission & Values page presents the city's stated mission, vision and core values. It describes goals for municipal services, managed growth and a neighborly community.
A City of Liberty Hill ordinance document, No. 2025-0-003, concerns adding Division 4, 'Investigations by City Council,' and Section 2.02.070, 'Investigation Procedures,' to Code Article 2.02. Section II says the new section is to read in accordance with attached Exhibit A, which the ordinance says is incorporated. The document recites Charter Section 3.11 and says the Council desires to add investigation provisions.
The Liberty Hill Police Department's Reserve Officer Division is a volunteer unit of sworn officers supervised by Sergeant Ron Cunningham. Reserve officers supplement patrol during full-time staff leave and when disasters require additional staffing.
A City of Liberty Hill Planning and Zoning Commission agenda listed a regular meeting on April 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Court council chambers. Listed items included a secretary election, subdivision fundamentals, updated bylaws and reports.
The City of Liberty Hill's Police Department page describes the department's stated mission and highlights a city ordinance restricting cell phone use while driving.
The City of Liberty Hill's Media Requests page lists the Communications Department contact block, including Director Katie Amsler and a phone number. It directs media inquiries by email.
Liberty Hill posted a City Council workshop agenda for Aug. 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The sole regular item was a presentation and discussion on Texas Open Meetings Act walking quorum requirements and applying the Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act to Council members' social media activity.
Liberty Hill voters adopted the proposed Home Rule Charter on Nov. 5, 2024, 1,422 to 643, according to the city. A Sept. 13, 2024 cover letter transmitted the charter to the mayor and City Council; Ordinance #2024-O-029 provided for its submission to voters. The city says the Council met in special session on Nov. 18, 2024, to approve the resolution with the election tabulation reports and to adopt the charter in ordinance form.
A Williamson County fact sheet updated in October 2025 describes the Liberty Hill Bypass as a two-lane roadway with shoulders and turn lanes between RM 1869 and County Road 279/Bagdad Road. It identifies the eastbound frontage road as the first portion to be built.
Liberty Hill's Pay Utility Bill page lists payment options: automated phone, online card, in person or night drop box at City Hall, and bank draft. A 10% late fee applies to bills not fully paid by the due date, and disconnection if unpaid or unarranged within 10 days; the Utility Payment Assistance page says 7 days and points to Operation Liberty Hill.
The City of Liberty Hill's Past Elections page documents the May 3, 2025 General Officers Election and lists the City Council roster as of May 15, 2025.
The City of Liberty Hill's Municipal Court forms page offers downloadable or printable PDFs for court matters. Listed documents cover defensive driving, continuances, time-to-pay affidavits, indigent and citizen complaint packets, deferred disposition and plea forms.
An archived City of Liberty Hill notice invited applications for volunteer board, commission and committee seats with terms beginning this October. The deadline was Sept. 15, 2026, and appointments were anticipated in October as terms expired.
The City of Liberty Hill's Administration page describes the city as a Home Rule City operating under a charter adopted in November 2024, and profiles City Manager Thomas Hunter and Deputy City Manager Brandon Pritchett. It states Hunter was appointed by a unanimous council vote on Oct. 16, 2025, and began Nov. 17, 2025, while Pritchett began Dec. 2, 2025.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Department maintains a page listing current uncodified ordinances kept outside the city code. The undated list covers topics such as street design standards, parking, landscaping, accessory dwelling units, parkland dedication, a tree ordinance and game room zoning.
The City of Liberty Hill's Municipal Court maintains a Past Court Dockets page listing a June 1, 2020 failure-to-appear alternate docket by telephone conference, plus monthly, show cause and bench trial dockets dated January 2022 through February 2023. A posted notice states the court would hold in-person dockets as of March 1, 2023, and no longer conduct virtual hearings.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Department includes a GIS division that provides public geospatial data tools, including an interactive map, an open data hub and a development activity dashboard.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court provides a deferred disposition eligibility affidavit and mail-in request form for traffic citations, listing eligibility and disqualification rules.
The City of Liberty Hill's posted Planning Intake Calendar document presents a 2024 year-at-a-glance schedule plus 2023-24 initial plat submittal and resubmittal calendars for development applications.
The City of Liberty Hill maintains a Site Development & Stormwater Permit application and checklist for developers. It requires a pre-development meeting before submittal and lists permit thresholds, review fees and approval steps.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for a City Council workshop meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The sole regular agenda item was a Capital Improvement Program presentation and department overview by City Manager T. Hunter.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning & Development Department publishes a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application and Checklist for requests to amend elements of the comprehensive plan. The checklist lists required submittals and fees of $325 filing, $5 per owner notification and $150 for newspaper public hearing notice.
Liberty Hill's Planning and Zoning Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Court House on Ranch Road 1869. It acts on subdivision matters and advises the City Council on planning, zoning and development code items.
A City of Liberty Hill Planning and Development Department fee schedule lists application and review fees for annexation, zoning, subdivision, site development and other planning approvals.
A City of Liberty Hill document for the Liberty Center Planned Unit Development outlines a roughly 34.87-acre mixed-use project with retail, office, two housing types and common open space. The PUD document, dated 11.17.21, lists General Commercial/Retail (C3) and High Density Residential (SF3) as its base zoning districts.
An undated City of Liberty Hill form explains how applicants can request a pre-development meeting with the city's Planning and Development department. The form lists the required submittals and a $250 fee, and notes the meeting is not a city review and does not grant approvals or permits.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Department maintains a Zoning Description page listing the zoning district categories used in the city. The undated page names agricultural, commercial, industrial, residential, park and public-community facility districts.
The City of Liberty Hill's website hosts an interactive dashboard for tracking implementation of the LHTX 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which the city says it adopted to guide future growth, development and investment. The city's comprehensive plan page lists a 'Current Comprehensive Plan' as adopted October 11, 2023, and separately lists the LHTX 2040 implementation dashboard. The dashboard groups plan actions by stage and highlights major initiatives, and the city presents it as a transparency tool for residents and local decision makers.
An undated City of Liberty Hill form outlines how residential projects must meet the parkland dedication and development requirements of Unified Development Code Section 5.11.
The City of Liberty Hill posts a Conditional Use Permit application form outlining what a complete request must contain. The undated form covers applicant and property information, submittal exhibits and fees, and shows no publication metadata.
A Sept. 23, 2026 City of Liberty Hill release announced that artist David Neeld had begun work that day on the 'Small Town, Big Heart' mural at Parker's Mercantile in downtown Liberty Hill. The release said completion was expected in about three weeks, weather permitting.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court of Record publishes local rules of court and decorum for its courtroom. The posted 2026 edition addresses attire, conduct, electronic devices, consent to search and possible contempt sanctions.
The City of Liberty Hill's Patrol Division page describes the police department's patrol operations, split into two squads. The page lists squad supervisors and the division's round-the-clock patrol, traffic enforcement and call-response duties.
A city notice posted July 7, 2026, announced that Liberty Hill, with neighboring cities, would temporarily switch its water disinfectant from chloramine to free chlorine Aug. 3–31, 2026, as regional maintenance. The notice, now archived, described the conversion as scheduled; whether it was carried out is not reported.
An undated City of Liberty Hill page describes the Municipal Court's Safe Harbor program, announced to begin Nov. 1, 2022. It says a 9 a.m. walk-in docket on regular court dates lets defendants with outstanding traffic warrants speak with the judge about resolving cases and recalling warrants.
The City of Liberty Hill's Police Recruiting/Employment page directs applicants to the Texas Municipal League Career Center for current department job openings. The page also outlines the department's officer hiring process, from application review through background checks and a chief's review. The page is undated and shows no publication metadata.
Undated City of Liberty Hill notices said Liberty Hill Christmas Festival sponsorships and vendor applications were open, linking to experiencelhtx.com/christmas-festival. One notice said the vendor application is for new vendors and that returning vendors who reserved a spot need not reapply.
The City of Liberty Hill maintains a Share Your Input page where residents can find surveys and project information for current planning efforts, including the Mobility Master Plan, Parks & Recreation Master Plan, Pure Water LHTX, Strategic Plan and Unified Development Code rewrite.
The City of Liberty Hill allows customers to request utility bill adjustments for water leaks by submitting a repair receipt and account details within 60 days of the repair. Eligible accounts may receive an adjustment equal to $100 per billing cycle for up to two consecutive billing cycles.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's meeting on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building, 2801 Ranch Road 1869. Listed items included a City Hall parking lot improvement project update with its scope and anticipated construction timeline, conference and professional development updates, and a Parks & Recreation Master Plan update. The posted agenda does not confirm whether the meeting was held.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development page lists recently annexed properties and recent annexation cases, with ordinance links. The list mixes annexations with extraterritorial jurisdiction inclusion entries and gives no dates.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development Maps and Guides page links to an interactive GIS map, city limits and zoning maps, a drainage master plan and a downtown district boundary map. It says residents may contact the city for a map of nearby water and wastewater lines, and directs zoning questions to the Planning Department.
The City of Liberty Hill's Police Department Property Division page describes the department's property and evidence room and how it categorizes property as Evidence, Found Property or Safekeeping, including how owners may inquire about items.
The City of Liberty Hill's Planning and Development page lists three properties under the heading "Pending Requests for Annexation." The page states the properties have filed applications for ETJ inclusion and/or annexation, and it gives no timing for the requests.
The City of Liberty Hill's Municipal Court page explains the three plea types and how to enter a plea and pay a citation. It also lists alternatives for people unable to pay fines or court costs in full.
The City of Liberty Hill's Municipal Court judge biography page profiles Presiding Judge Kevin R. Madison, citing more than 25 years as a municipal judge and more than 30 years as a licensed attorney. It also describes his judicial instruction and professional recognition.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Economic Development Corporation's special called meeting on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building, 2801 Ranch Road 1869. The regular agenda listed discussion and possible action on amendments to the EDC bylaws as approved by City Council at its June 24, 2026 regular meeting. The posted agenda does not confirm whether the meeting was held.
The City of Liberty Hill's Streets & Drainage page describes the Public Works Streets Division's maintenance duties and lists road projects with posted statuses, timelines and cost estimates. The listed projects include the 2025 Hwy. 29/Stonewall Realignment, shown as pending easement acquisition.
Williamson County reports that the Freedom River Parkway East project, part of the Liberty Hill Bypass, is currently in the design phase. Design completion is expected in summer 2027, with construction anticipated to begin in late 2027 and finish in summer 2029.
The City of Liberty Hill's utilities page for existing customers explains how to end utility service and reclaim a deposit. Requests go through the city's Disconnect Form, which customers can submit at City Hall or online.
The City of Liberty Hill's staff directory page for the Parks & Recreation department lists a mailing address at 1000 Main Street, Liberty Hill, TX 78642. Richard Fibish is listed as Director of Parks & Recreation with a department phone number.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Downtown Revitalization Committee's May 26, 2026 meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Court / City Council Chamber. Listed items included a new member's oath of office, approval of April 28 minutes, and presentations on the Texas Open Meetings Act and the committee's action plan. The posted agenda does not confirm whether the meeting was held.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Downtown Revitalization Committee's meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building, 2801 Ranch Road 1869. Listed items included approval of July 14, 2026 minutes, a Downtown District project update, possible action on decorative planters, and a Unified Development Code update. The posted agenda does not confirm whether the meeting was held.
The Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation posted an agenda for a March 23, 2026 meeting at 5 p.m. at the Municipal Court council chamber. Listed items included proposed demolition of Project Vintage at 202 Myrtle, board officer elections and strategic planning. The posted agenda does not confirm the meeting was held.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Downtown Revitalization Committee's July 14, 2026 meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Court / City Council Chamber. Listed items included June 23 minutes, downtown beautification projects and the committee's regular meeting schedule.
The City of Liberty Hill's staff directory page for the Municipal Court lists the court's weekday hours, its RR 1869 address, and its presiding judge, court administrator and deputy court clerk.
The City of Liberty Hill posted a July 16, 2026 agenda for its Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Listed items included June 25 minutes approval, board recruitment and department updates.
A city announcement posted Sept. 17, 2026, said Waste Connections would become Liberty Hill’s solid waste provider beginning Oct. 1, 2026, with all city-limit residents transitioning and new accounts required.
An agenda posted for Liberty Hill's April 8, 2026 council workshop listed a Finance Director presentation on the FY 2027 budget process, a presentation on FY 2027 CIP budget development, and a project intake and prioritization timeline. The record reflects the posted agenda only and does not confirm the meeting's outcome.
The City of Liberty Hill's staff directory lists the Public Works & Utilities department at 926 Main Street, phone 512-548-5529, with separate after-hours numbers for water and wastewater. Listed staff include Interim Director of Public Works James Herrera, Streets & Maintenance Superintendent Josh Carey and Water Superintendent Trey Evans.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's May 14, 2026 meeting at 10 a.m. at the Municipal Court council chamber, 2801 Ranch Road 1869. Items included approval of April 16, 2026 minutes and a director's report with a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant update and a parking lot update.
The Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation posted an agenda for a meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. Aug. 19, 2026, at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building on Ranch Road 1869. Listed items included a financial report, a Chamber of Commerce update, downtown enhancement initiatives, and executive session talks on Project Topaz and Project Gem. The posted agenda does not confirm whether the meeting was held.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Economic Development Corporation's July 15, 2026 meeting at 5 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building. Listed items included a Chamber of Commerce update, the monthly financial report, fiscal year 2026-27 budget goals and the Downtown District project.
An agenda for the Liberty Hill Parks & Recreation Board of Directors meeting on Feb. 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. listed January 15, 2026 minutes, a director's report and quotes for a splash pad and lacrosse netting.
Liberty Hill posted a March 26, 2026 Parks & Recreation Board agenda for a 10 a.m. meeting at the Municipal Court council chamber. Items included an Open Meeting Act presentation, Feb. 19, 2026 minutes, secretary election, signage, parkland fees, a director's report and TRAPS highlights.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for a special called City Council meeting on Jan. 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Municipal Court Building. Executive session items included downtown property purchase discussions, the Butler Farms Development Agreement, and personnel deliberations for the City Secretary and City Attorney.
The City of Liberty Hill's staff directory lists the Administration department, with an office at 926 Main Street and phone 512-778-5449. Listed staff include City Manager Thomas Hunter, City Secretary Beatrice Canseco, Deputy City Manager Brandon Pritchett and other department heads.
The City of Liberty Hill's staff directory lists the Building & Code Enforcement Department under Development Services, with an office at 100 Forrest Street and the phone number 512-548-5519.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Downtown Revitalization Committee's June 23, 2026 meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Court / City Council Chamber. Listed items were approval of May 26, 2026 minutes and an update on becoming a Main Street City; attached draft minutes record a new member's oath of office.
The Liberty Hill Public Works Commission's posted agenda for its January 14, 2025 meeting listed updates on the Main Street Repaving Program, Stonewall Parkway Project, and Liberty Hill Bypass Project, plus discussion of No Thru Truck signage. Attached November 2024 minutes reported street maintenance phase costs and a $1.7 million Stonewall Extension budget.
The City of Liberty Hill posted an agenda for the Parks & Recreation Board of Directors meeting on Jan. 15, 2026, at the Municipal Court council chamber. Items included $50,000 in park improvement recommendations, a Master Parks Plan finalist update and the Premier Recreation lifeguard contract.
The Market LHTX 2026 season features rotating community markets and pop-up events in Liberty Hill. The September 26 market at Liberty Hill Middle School has ended; the next listed market is October 10, 2026, at the City of Liberty Hill Sculpture Festival at Foundation Park, followed by an October 25 pop-up at McCoy's and a November 28 Young Entrepreneur & Non-Profit market.
The City of Liberty Hill implemented a new public comment policy effective July 8, 2026, governing speech at Council, Commission, Board, and Committee meetings. The policy limits speakers to three minutes and outlines procedures for written submissions.
According to the linked reporting, Williamson County completed the Legacy Ranch Drive project, formerly known as CR 258, in Liberty Hill. The $1.4 million project included roadway expansion, two traffic signals, a pavement overlay and right-turn lanes at Liberty Hill ISD’s Legacy Ranch High School.
An Aug. 4, 2026 Independent report described a busy period for Liberty Hill, which is developing first-time planning documents, adopted its first legislative agenda and has water and roadway projects moving forward.
The Liberty Hill Municipal Court of Record adopted a written Youth Diversion and Early Intervention Plan effective January 1, 2025, in compliance with Texas House Bill 3186. The plan sets procedures for diverting eligible juveniles ages 10-16 enrolled in public school charged with fine-only, non-traffic misdemeanors to educational and community service programs, subject to the plan's conditions.
A Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing registered July 21, 2026 lists a project named 'LHTX RV Resort Shade Structures' at 2224 Ranch Road 1869 in Liberty Hill, with a reported 16,000-square-foot scope of work and an estimated value of $230,000. The filing shows a review-complete status; it documents a registered project, not completed construction.
Liberty Hill Municipal Court outlines citation dismissal options. Registration and license offenses may be dismissed within 20 business days with proof of correction and fees. Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility citations may be dismissed upon proof by the appearance date that the driver was insured when stopped, with verification from the insurance carrier.
According to Johnson Development's November 11, 2025 announcement, the developer closed on 764 acres in Liberty Hill for a master-planned community of more than 1,900 homes. The release said builders and pricing would be announced later, with home sales expected to begin in fall 2027.
According to a meeting notice posted by the City of Liberty Hill, a Planning and Zoning Commission special meeting was scheduled for September 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM, including a joint work session with the City Council. The agenda listed a presentation by Freese and Nichols, Inc., and discussion on Module 3 of the Unified Development Code rewrite and the SH 29 Corridor Report.
The Liberty Hill Downtown Revitalization Committee meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Liberty Hill Municipal Court. Its mission statement calls it the unifying facilitator of historic preservation and economic expansion in downtown Liberty Hill. The Downtown Master Plan was adopted in July 2024.
The Liberty Hill Downtown Revitalization Committee's April 28, 2026 agenda listed consideration of the February 24 meeting minutes and election of a committee secretary. The attached February minutes show the committee recommended Terra James for appointment and heard a presentation on the UDC rewrite's downtown zoning module.
Liberty Hill ISD maintained an overall state accountability rating of 85 in the 2026 Texas Education Agency preliminary ratings. Three campuses—Legacy Ranch High School, Rancho Sienna Elementary, and Bar W Elementary—earned A ratings of 91.
The Liberty Hill City Council amended Ordinance #2023-O-003 to correct the start and end months for terms of office on city boards, committees, and commissions. The amendment establishes that terms will run from July 1st to June 30th.
The City of Liberty Hill requires mobile food vendors to obtain three specific permits to operate within city limits: a Williamson County permit, a Liberty Hill Fire Department permit if cooking onsite, and a City of Liberty Hill Mobile Food Vendor Permit.
The Liberty Hill Police Department employs Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) for search and rescue, suspect apprehension, and disaster response. Operations are conducted in compliance with federal, state, and local privacy and safety laws.
The Liberty Hill Police Department maintains a Bike Patrol Division that uses specially equipped bicycles for special events and specific crime response. Officers utilize bikes to move quickly and silently through neighborhoods when staffing allows.
Liberty Hill is currently operating under Phase 1 (Base Conditions) of its Water Conservation Plan, effective January 21, 2025. This phase restricts automatic irrigation to one designated day per week for two hours during off-peak times.
Liberty Hill City Council voted unanimously on September 9, 2026, to terminate the city's agreement with Flock Safety and remove all city-jurisdiction cameras. City staff completed the camera removal on September 15, 2026, following resident concerns regarding privacy and data collection.
Liberty Hill City Council adopted a legislative agenda on May 13, 2026, to guide advocacy during the upcoming state legislative session. The agenda prioritizes local control, opposes expenditure caps, and supports infrastructure and economic development tools.
According to the linked reporting, liberty Hill City Council approved a $1.16 million engineering agreement with Freese and Nichols to design a proposed water storage tank for the Butler Farms area. The project aims to improve water pressure and support west-side growth, with construction anticipated to begin in October 2027.