Annexation into the City of Elizabethtown connects residents and businesses to dependable, high-quality municipal services designed to enhance safety, convenience, and overall quality of life.

The City provides professional fire protection staffed by 67 full-time personnel across three stations operating 24 hours a day. With an average response time of just 5 minutes and 36 seconds and a strong Class 2 ISO rating, property owners may benefit from reduced insurance premiums.

Police services include 110 full-time personnel delivering around-the-clock patrol and dispatch. Community-focused programs such as Neighborhood Block Watch, Vacation Home Checks, and Crime Stoppers help foster a safe and engaged community, supported by a dedicated Community Service Unit.

Public Works services are comprehensive and responsive, including brush, leaf, and junk pickup, street sweeping, snow removal, and streetlight maintenance. The City also provides sanitary sewer service and operates a municipally owned natural gas system in most areas, while water service is supplied by the local water district.

Guided by responsive leadership from the Mayor and City Council, residents benefit from accessible City departments and efficient service delivery. Annexation offers enhanced public safety, reliable infrastructure, and potential cost savings through competitive tax rates and lower insurance premiums tied to the City’s superior fire protection rating.

To learn more about annexation opportunities, contact the City Administrator at City Hall for additional information.