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City of Stafford Newsletter November 2022

November 2022                                      City of Stafford                                                  Vol 40 Issue 5

The Stafford Newsletter

The City of Stafford is excited to announce the return of Santa's Village! Join us at the Stafford Centre on November 29, 2022 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come on out for an evening of fun and have the opportunity to take your picture with Santa! 

For more details visit: https://bit.ly/StaffordSantasVillage2022 

Message from the Mayor 

Wow, how this year has flown by. As we approach these holiday months, I hope everyone can enjoy time with your family and friends.

The City and SMSD are moving forward and have implemented their new budgets. Included in the city budget is some new equipment, new IT programs and hardware, as well as additional employees and increased salaries. The salary adjustments for our employees were well deserved.

I believe all elements of the budget will pay favorable results for the city as we move forward.

Stafford’s economy seems to be holding up, which is a good sign for the future. However, we will stay vigilant and continually monitor the results and progress.

Please note that we will have our Santa's Village at the Stafford Centre on November 29th as well as our annual New Year’s Eve event. I look forward to seeing you all there! 

Best,
Mayor Cecil Willis

City of Stafford News

2022 Pet Pantry

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 2022 Pet Pantry in partnership with the Houston Humane Society. 

Stafford City Secretary Elected Executive Board Trustee of Municipal Clerk Association

Congratulations to our City Secretary, Roxanne Benitez, who will be serving as a trustee on the Texas Municipal Clerks Association, Inc., Executive Board. Benitez will be charged with the responsibility of accomplishing the goals and objectives of TMCA. 

IT Department 

The City of Stafford IT department is working hard on implementing different projects, including the implementation of a complete Backup / Recovery system for all on-prem City data systems. 
                                                           
Police Cadet Applications 
For the first time in many years the Stafford Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet.  The department plans on hiring 3 Police Cadets to start the Police Academy in February.  Please click here  if you are interested in applying for this position.  
 

Recruiting 
The Police Department took the first of several recruiting trips down south to recruit for the many open position that we have for police officers.  The trip was very successful and we are currently planning a second trip.  
 
Citizens Police Academy 
The police department will also kick off our Citizens Police Academy in January we will post the date when the schedule is complete.  Any City employee can sign up to take part in the Citizen police academy. If you are interested please contact Officer Shanklin-McCartney at hshanklin@staffordtx.gov. 
 

                                                      

The Stafford Fire Marshall's Office shares these Thanksgiving Safety tips from the NFPA. 

View additional tips by clicking this link https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Thanksgiving 

Stafford Economic Development Corporation News
My fellow Stafford Citizens the grid continues to develop. They have broken ground on site for future restaurants. We can't announce who yet, but there's a signature store coming in! 
  • The Chevron station on Highway 90 has gas pumps installed, it’s a matter of time before the business really starts moving forward and opening. 
  • The 7-Eleven also has its gas pumps installed and construction continues to move forward. 
  • The Lotus seafood restaurant is doing fabulous! 
  • Murphy’s Deli on FM 1092 has changed it’s name to Gus Deli.

Remember to continue supporting local businesses and we are looking forward for developments to continue to grow in 2024.

Best Regards,
Wen Guerra, SEDC President

Parent University Conference
Join SMSD for their 3rd annual Parent University Conference where the theme this year is "Building Better Together". Enjoy face-to-face sessions designed to build connections between families, schools, and communities! Please register while space is still available! See you there! 
Register Here
Stafford Education Foundation Golf Tournament 

Join our team!

We are hiring! Learn more about our open employment opportunities by clicking here. Employment with the City of Stafford offers a wealth of opportunities to serve your community while building a career.

City Updates
City offices will be closed 
Thursday, November 24th
Friday, November 25th 
Friday, December 23rd
Monday, December 26th 
Friday, December 31st

Trash collection will not be running on the following dates. 
Monday, November 28th 
Monday, December 26th
Monday, January 2nd
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