Anticipating needs of eclipse travelers

Large number of out-of-towners could overwhelm city resources, officials say

City Manager Finley deGraffenreid makes a budget presentation to Lampasas City Council members on Monday during their workshop session. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
City Manager Finley deGraffenreid makes a budget presentation to Lampasas City Council members on Monday during their workshop session. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas City Council members are continuing to make progress in planning for next year’s solar eclipse event, which now is less than nine months away.

During Monday’s City Council workshop session, members discussed viewing areas, portable restrooms and community engagement. The number of travelers expected to come to Lampasas for this total eclipse on April 8, 2024, remains in question.

“Some of t…