On Tuesday, February 2, the City of Lockhart will begin reopening its facilities to the public while taking precautions to ensure the safety of individuals.

The percentage of COVID-19-related cases in the hospital for TSA Region has maintained a level below 15 percent for seven consecutive days, contributing to the city’s decision to reopen.

 Per Governor Greg Abbott’s executive order, face coverings are required wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another person not in the same household. City of Lockhart employees are following strict social distancing practices and will be wearing masks or face coverings to protect the public and co-workers.

 Below is a summary of the updated operational status of city departments. City leadership will continue monitoring COVID-19 statistics locally. Future operations are subject to change:

City Hall

• Visitors to the City Hall lobby, such as utilities billing customers, will enter via the south entrance on Market Street.
• Hand sanitizer stations in the lobby for customer use are in place.
• Floor markers are in place to remind the public to observe social distancing requirements.

Utilities payments

 Utilities customer service windows will reopen, but using other available methods of payment are still highly encouraged. Wearing a mask or face covering is required.

The following options remain available:

• The drive-thru window at Municipal Court, 1914 W. San Antonio Street. Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
• By phone, toll free at 855-340-0595. Enter your information securely through an automated system and follow the prompts to access your account, make payments and hear real-time balances and due dates. This service is available to residents at no cost.
• Online via lockhart-tx.org. A link to the online payment portal is on the city’s homepage.
• A drive-thru drop box is located by the south parking lot of City Hall on Market Street

Dr. Eugene Clark Library

• The Library will resume Grab and Go service. Visitors to the library will have 30 minutes to select materials. Masks or face coverings are required.
• Access to computers in the technology center will again be available in 1-hour time increments by appointment only. Call the circulation desk at 512-398-3223 to make an appointment.
• Virtual programs and curbside service will continue. Patrons can call or reserve their material online at https://clarklibrary.biblionix.com/catalog/  or by phone.  To pick up materials, patrons will arrive at the Library, dial the main number, and remain in their vehicles. Library staff will bring their materials to curbside-designated parking spots that will be located adjacent to the library on Prairie Lea Street. 

Fire Station

• Lockhart Fire Station No. 2 at 1911 Borchert Dr. will be open for residents to inquire about burn permits or other matters. Masks or face coverings are required. For general inquiries, the public is encouraged to call 512-398-2321.
• In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.