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Let's Talk Temple

Ferguson Park
Let's Talk Temple! Exciting improvements are coming to Ferguson Park, including a new playground for all ages, accessible sidewalks, shaded play areas, and a ninja-style fitness feature designed to encourage active play. In addition to these upgrades, the iconic rocket f...

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Poison Oak Road Phase 2

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple is preparing for the final phase of the Poison Oak Road Improvement project, upgrading the roadway from Briar Hollow Drive to Old Waco Road.

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Midway Drive

Let’s Talk Temple! We've heard your concerns about Midway Drive, and planning is underway behind the scenes. Midway Drive will undergo a full-depth reconstruction that includes drainage upgrades, pedestrian facilities, landscaping, and a new bridge over Bird Creek.

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Downtown Parking

Let’s Talk Temple! There’s been a lot of information circulating about downtown parking, and not all of it is accurate. We want to take a moment to clarify what is.

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National Community Survey

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple wants to hear from you and has launched a community-wide resident survey to gather feedback on city services and overall quality of life.

Let's Talk Temple

Georgetown Railroad Hike and Bike Trail

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple is transforming the retired Georgetown Railroad into a 10-foot-wide hike and bike trail, connecting neighborhoods, schools, parks, and the historic MK&T Railroad Bridge over the Leon River.

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Completed Downtown City Center Project

Let's Talk Temple! After years of planning and collaboration, the City of Temple has completed the Downtown City Center Project, transforming Central Avenue from 2nd to 6th Street with improved infrastructure, pedestrian spaces, and vibrant new connections.

Let's Talk Temple

Bird Creek Interceptor

Let's Talk Temple! After 18 years of planning and construction, the Bird Creek Interceptor project is complete.

Let's Talk Temple

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Let's Talk Temple! The Fiscal Year 2026 budget has officially been adopted by City Council, and today we’re sharing how it funds essential services, supports public safety, maintains infrastructure, and invests in quality-of-life improvements across our community.

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Brush & Bulky Item Collections

Let's Talk Temple! Brush and bulky item collection is now on a monthly call-in system. That means residents can now schedule one brush pickup and one bulky item pickup each month at no extra cost. This change makes services more efficient, reliable, and sustainable. 📞 Ne...

Let's Talk Temple

Ferguson Park

Let's Talk Temple! Exciting improvements are coming to Ferguson Park, including a new playground for all ages, accessible sidewalks, shaded play areas, and a ninja-style fitness feature designed to encourage active play. In addition to these upgrades, the iconic rocket f...

Let's Talk Temple

Poison Oak Road Phase 2

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple is preparing for the final phase of the Poison Oak Road Improvement project, upgrading the roadway from Briar Hollow Drive to Old Waco Road.

Let's Talk Temple

Midway Drive

Let’s Talk Temple! We've heard your concerns about Midway Drive, and planning is underway behind the scenes. Midway Drive will undergo a full-depth reconstruction that includes drainage upgrades, pedestrian facilities, landscaping, and a new bridge over Bird Creek.

Let's Talk Temple

Downtown Parking

Let’s Talk Temple! There’s been a lot of information circulating about downtown parking, and not all of it is accurate. We want to take a moment to clarify what is.

Let's Talk Temple

National Community Survey

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple wants to hear from you and has launched a community-wide resident survey to gather feedback on city services and overall quality of life.

Let's Talk Temple

Georgetown Railroad Hike and Bike Trail

Let's Talk Temple! The City of Temple is transforming the retired Georgetown Railroad into a 10-foot-wide hike and bike trail, connecting neighborhoods, schools, parks, and the historic MK&T Railroad Bridge over the Leon River.

Let's Talk Temple

Completed Downtown City Center Project

Let's Talk Temple! After years of planning and collaboration, the City of Temple has completed the Downtown City Center Project, transforming Central Avenue from 2nd to 6th Street with improved infrastructure, pedestrian spaces, and vibrant new connections.

Let's Talk Temple

Bird Creek Interceptor

Let's Talk Temple! After 18 years of planning and construction, the Bird Creek Interceptor project is complete.

Let's Talk Temple

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Let's Talk Temple! The Fiscal Year 2026 budget has officially been adopted by City Council, and today we’re sharing how it funds essential services, supports public safety, maintains infrastructure, and invests in quality-of-life improvements across our community.

Let's Talk Temple

Brush & Bulky Item Collections

Let's Talk Temple! Brush and bulky item collection is now on a monthly call-in system. That means residents can now schedule one brush pickup and one bulky item pickup each month at no extra cost. This change makes services more efficient, reliable, and sustainable. 📞 Ne...