San Marcos
Texas
City of San Marcos
About
San Marcos, Texas is an exciting, historic community in the heart of Central Texas midway between Austin and San Antonio. Founded in 1851 along the spring-fed San Marcos River, the city has actually attracted human beings for more than 12,000,years. Archaeologists have found artifacts of ancient native Americans who lived, fished and hunted along the banks.
Today, San Marcos is home to Texas State University, (alma mater of LBJ) the famous San Marcos outlet malls (largest in the Southwest) an historic downtown with many live music venues, Our residents come from diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to an exciting variety of civic, educational, cultural, sports, outdoor and religious activities.
Recent News
City of San Marcos Encourages Survey Participation
City of San Marcos Encourages Survey Participation The City of San Marcos has launched the National Community Survey to gather feedback from residents on an array of issues including housing affordability, transportation, education, recreational…
Read More »City Approves Economic Development Agreement To Support Film Production Studio Project
A vote by the San Marcos City Council on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, approved a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Hill Country Group, LLC. The agreement provides a tax rebate incentive to support construction of a film production studio in…
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