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Public Safety is the Top Topic for U.S. Mayors
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is attending the U.S. Conference of Mayors 91st Annual Meeting, where the nation’s mayors are learning how much they have in common. “Public safety is the number one issue...
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City of Killeen likely to continue HOP funding, Cagle says
As officials from the Hill Country Transit District prepare to pay the Killeen City Council a visit Tuesday, City Manager Kent Cagle is anticipating a budget ask for the upcoming fiscal year as the public transportation organization is briefing area...
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City Secretary’s Office earns award
The Colony City Secretary's Office has earned the Achievement of Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Clerks Association (TMCA). The Colony is one of only 24 cities out of 595 TMCA members to earn the recognition. The Colony City Council...
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City of Odessa getting close in search for new city manager
During a specially scheduled meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, T2 will provide the council summaries on the top candidates and discuss their qualifications in executive session before coming out of executive session to set interview dates for the finalists.
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City Council to again consider adding Greenbelt project to city's tax increment reinvestment zone
The Greenville City Council is scheduled to meet in a special session Tuesday morning, to again consider including a major planned development along Monty Stratton Boulevard as part of the TIRZ No. 1.
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Flower Mound Mayor’s Message — June 2023
Trotter Park was on hold for the tennis center, but there are funds available to move forward with a site-specific master plan for a park on that land. There is not currently a timeline for that project, and the process would involve public input,...
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Around Argyle — June 2023
As I sit down to write my first column as the new mayor of Argyle, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and excitement. It is truly an honor to serve this wonderful community, and I am committed to working tirelessly to make...
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City of Amarillo to run temporary pump at Greenways Lake as much as possible
The excess water from storms will pump into McDonald lake that will be monitored. The city began pumping rainwater from the playa this morning. Officials say pumps will have to be turned off during rainfall to prevent water overload.
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City of Laredo discusses 30-million dollar bond proposal for several projects
During this week’s special city council meeting, members discussed the potential bonds that would target projects involving upgrades to the solid waste department, public transportation such as El Metro, the Laredo Airport, and our international...
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El Campo's new Police Chief, David Marcaurele, sworn in
El Campo's new police chief, David Marcaurele, was sworn in on Thursday, June 1. The El Campo Leader-News reports he is a 30-plus year law enforcement veteran who has spent a lifetime calling El Campo home. The chief was hired in May by the El Campo...
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Rio Grande International Study Center responds to Laredo’s river road project agreement
Laredo City Manager Joseph Neeb discussed some of the many terms and agreements they had requested from U.S. Customs and Border Protection; one of which was that the river road project would not cause harm to our environment.
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Plenty of summer fun planned in Nederland; plus streets upgrades outlined
This month, the City staff began the fiscal year 2023-24 budget process. In early July, the City Manager will hold a budget workshop with the City Council, and in August, the proposed budget and proposed tax rate will be discussed.
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New running events planned for Orange, Pleasure Island
Registration is expected to open sometime next week for an Orange County 5K, the latest effort by a running company bringing awareness to local cities across Southeast Texas. Plans are also up and running to bring a 5K to Pleasure Island in Port...
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Disaster declaration signed by Amarillo Mayor due to severe weather, prolonged flooding
The disaster declaration was issued due to severe weather and prolonged flooding throughout the city. The declaration states that the city has experienced dangerous conditions and severe property damage with the potential to endanger lives and damage...
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Missouri City officials promote development, beautification efforts on major corridors
Missouri City continues to gain interest in its initiatives aimed at attracting new businesses and improving existing structures along Cartwright Road and Texas Parkway. The Texas Parkway/Cartwright Corridor Development Advisory Committee met June 1...
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San Jose Community in need of donations after flooding
The City of Hereford is working to set up a disaster assistance center next week on Tuesday and Wednesday to help with some long term needs they may face. “I just really think the important thing for people to know is for the San Jose community, we...
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Monument in Gatesville being built with state funds
The monument is the result of Gatesville being recognized through the Governor's Community Achievement Awards in 2021 for multiple efforts made by Keep Gatesville Beautiful to enhance the community. Those initiatives included the city's recycling...
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces Third Make Music Day Celebration in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner encourages Houstonians to participate in the annual Make Music Day (MMD) in Houston again this year. This day-long celebration takes place on Tuesday, June 21st, the longest day of the year - the summer solstice.
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Houston Public Works to use goat herds to save money on drainage basin, ditch maintenance
Houston Public Works is poised to expand its use of goat herds to clear detention ponds and ditches, after two rounds of tests proved the grazing beasts could be cheaper and more effective than hiring landscaping crews.
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Conroe pursues pedestrian projects
According to the plan, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure is a top concern for Conroe residents, ranking second after traffic congestion. As such, the city is pursuing efforts to provide pedestrian connectivity throughout Conroe, including adding...
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General Dynamics to bring 125 new jobs to Mesquite area by early 2024
General Dynamics announced its plans to launch a defense industry plant after an unanimous Mesquite City Council vote. While the 240,011-square-foot Mesquite 635 building will be occupied, the development still has two buildings awaiting tenants for...
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Shenandoah donates 3 acres for $21M Tamina water, sewer project
Shenandoah is donating 3 acres for the location of a new water distribution facility as part of a $21 million project to provide water and sewer service to the south Montgomery County community of Tamina.
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Leander now requires radar display signs in new school zones
Public and private schools within the Leander ISD boundaries will now be required to install radar display signs in all new school zones after Leander City Council approved an ordinance at the June 1 meeting.
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San Antonio is buying new police helicopters
San Antonio will shell out $23.2 million to replace three of its police helicopters over the next few years. The City Council was unanimous in greenlighting this budget allocation Thursday. The costs to the city will be spread out over fiscal years...
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City of Wilmer will host its 3rd Annual Sparks Firework Show
“We are excited to have our residents and visitors join us for our 3rd Annual Sparks 4th of July celebration! Last year’s event was a tremendous success, and this year we are even more poised with excitement. I am looking forward to a day filled with...
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Sherman leaders hope to lessen tax impact on residents
Sherman city leaders hope to fill the city’s needs over the next year with minimal additional impact to residents. Members of the city council gathered Thursday to discuss capital improvement the city may pursue over the next year and how it will...