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Sparks Drive Connection Now Open to the Public

The Sparks Drive Connection Project is complete, and the new road is open to motorists. The finished road significantly enhances accessibility to Cleburne's industrial park by connecting Sparks Drive to the Chisholm Trail Parkway (CTP) from both direction...

Detours and Closures for the Dec. 1 Christmas Parade

The community is invited to come out to Cleburne Chamber of Commerce’s Whistle Stop Lighted Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 1 in Downtown Cleburne.

Please plan your alternate routes in advance as the roadways throughout the area will start closi...

Filing Period Open for SMD 3 Council Seat

The filing period is now open for those interested in running in the Cleburne City Council special election. The seat on the May 4 special election ballot will be Single-Member District 3 (SMD 3).  No candidate packets were turned in for...

Give Your Input About Cleburne’s New Skatepark

A modern skatepark is coming to Cleburne, and it will be located at Hulen Park! We want to hear the community’s feedback about how the skatepark should be designed.

The design input survey is now open and will run through Nov. 30. The ideas gathe...

Cleburne City Offices Closed Nov. 23-24 for Thanksgiving

City administrative buildings will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Emergency services will operate as usual. 

Please view the schedule for sanitation services, parks and recreation faci...

The City of Cleburne Honors Our Local Veterans

The City of Cleburne is proud to recognize and celebrate military veterans, the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed annually on Nov. 11. It is a time to reflect and honor those who have served and ...

Get Involved by Joining a City Board or Commission

The City of Cleburne’s Boards and Commissions provide City Council with informed public opinions, thoughts and ideas from various viewpoints that help shape the city.

The members of city boards and commissions play a vital role in the future of C...

Senior Facilities Technician Wins City All-Star Award

The City of Cleburne's STARS program recognizes staff members who go above and beyond to help serve the community. The latest recipient of the All-Star Award is Clint Dean, the senior facilities technician.

Dean has served the City of Cleburne for more tha...

Lake Pat Cleburne Now 100% Full After Recent Rain

The recent rains have made a significant impact on Lake Pat Cleburne. The lake is now 100% full. 

Over the weekend, the lake began to overtop the spillway for the first time since July 2021. 

The City of Cleburne is now out of Stage I Drou...

All-Star Award Goes to Police Senior Secretary

The City of Cleburne's STARS program recognizes staff members who go above and beyond to help serve the community. The latest recipient of the All-Star Award is Martina Bartolowits, the senior secretary for the Cleburne Police Department.

Bartolowits has s...

City Continues Stop Sign Project to Increase Safety

What do you do when you approach a T-intersection? By law, you’re supposed to stop. To increase driver safety and understanding, the City of Cleburne is continuing its initiative to install stop signs at those intersections all across the community.

Phase ...

City to Begin Enhanced Water Disinfection Process

The City of Cleburne will begin its temporary enhanced potable water disinfection process on Monday, Oct. 16 around 8 a.m. At that time, the City will switch from disinfecting treated water with chloramine to a more potent free chlorine. The duration of t...

November Special Election Canceled

Due to there being no parties who submitted a candidate packet for the City of Cleburne’s Single-Members District (SMD) 3 seat, the City has canceled its upcoming special election. The election was scheduled for Nov. 7. 

The seat became vacant aft...

Fire Prevention Focuses on Cooking Safety

In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. That’s why it’s important for the community to understand how to stay safe in case of a fire.

Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored the...

City Amenities & Staff Named Best in County

The votes are in, and the City of Cleburne's amenities and employees finished in top ranks for the 2023 Best of the Best in Johnson County contest.

The friendly competition is presented by the Cleburne Times-Review and recognizes the best businesses, indiv...

Senior Secretary Earns City’s All-Star Award

The City of Cleburne's STARS program recognizes staff members who go above and beyond to help serve the community. The latest recipient of the All-Star Award is Cindy Moore, the senior secretary for the water department.

Moore has served the City of Clebur...

City Files Petition for Property on 14 E. Chambers St.

Update on Oct. 20: All of the necessary documentation for a demolition permit was submitted and is in order for 14 E. Chambers St. The demolition process, which will be handled by the property owner, may proceed at any time with completion no later than F...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

The City of Cleburne joins the nation in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month—a month to honor the history, cultures and contributions that Hispanic and Latino Americans have made to the United States.

Hispanic Heritage Month begins each year on Se...

Register Your Neighborhood for National Night Out

Cleburne public safety personnel are gearing up for a night of fun, unity and safety awareness. National Night Out is on Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.  

The initiative is all about strengthening community bonds, getting to know neighbors, an...

Council Adopts Budget & Lowers Tax Rate

The Cleburne City Council has approved a tax rate that is approximately 6 cents lower than it was in the last fiscal year. This is the fifth year in a row that Council lowered Cleburne’s tax rate, which totals a reduction of 22 cents per $100 of valuation...

Sign Up to Receive City Emergency Notifications

September is National Preparedness Month, an observance to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

Are you prepared for an emergency? Be sure to sign up for the City of Cleburne’s Civic...

Never Forget: Remembering the Events of 9/11

Monday, Sept. 11 marks the 22nd anniversary of largest terrorist attack on U.S. soil. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives and thousands more were injured after hijackers flew planes into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon...

Exhibit Highlights Johnson County History

The Layland Museum of History is gearing up for one of its biggest exhibits of the year. “The Mustang Foundation Collection,” featuring 47 works of art that were donated by the Mustang Foundation, will be on display at the museum from Sept. 22 through Dec...

View the City's Labor Day Weekend Hours

Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. It is held on the first Monday of September.

City administrative buildings will be closed Monday, Sept. 4 in observance of Labor Day. Sanitation routes and emer...

Cleburne Enters Stage I Drought Conditions

In response to the lack of rain and current lake levels, the City of Cleburne has transitioned into its first phase of drought response in accordance to its Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan.

The year-round, twice-a-week watering schedule is ...

Sanitation Foreman Earns City All-Star Award

The City of Cleburne's STARS program recognizes staff members who go above and beyond to help serve the community. The latest recipient of the All-Star Award is Jimmy Green, the sanitation foreman.

Green is a longtime city employee. Those who know him know...

More Cleburne Residential Streets Getting Resurfaced

In addition to the Cleburne Street Maintenance Program, the City has contracted for several residential streets to be repaired and resurfaced using hot mix asphalt overlay. The overlay provides a restored surface, which is smooth and can withstand heavy t...

Homeschool P.E. Program Launches

The Cleburne Parks and Recreation Department is starting an exciting new weekly program meant to get homeschoolers up and moving.

Homeschool P.E. will be held on Fridays at the Booker T. Washington Recreation Center, beginning on Friday, Sept. 8, at the fo...

Council Reviews Fiscal Year 2024 Budget, Considers Lower Tax Rate

The Cleburne City Council is in the process of adopting its fiscal year 2024 budget, which outlines the City’s expenditures and revenues for the fiscal year that begins on Oct. 1, 2023.

City Council held a budget workshop at its Aug. 8 meeting. The budget ...

View the City’s Memorial Day Weekend Hours

As we enter into the Memorial Day weekend, please note the hours of operation for the City of Cleburne’s municipal facilities and services.

City administrative buildings will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Emergency services will s...