Mayor Willis delivered his State of the City Address on January 25th, where he highlighted last year's achievements, the progress made by each of the City's departments, and the 2023 goals for the City.

To watch the 2023 State of the City Address, click HERE.

Message from the Mayor 

Now that we have settled into a new year and are looking forward to warmer and sunnier days, let us reflect on where we started.

2+ years ago when we started our journey together, the City of Stafford, its community, and the City Staff have joined hands and continue to move Stafford forward.

The Stafford Municipal School District is excelling and continuing to accomplish great things, not only in extracurricular activities, but most importantly, academically. The new STEM Magnet Academy received an "A" rating from the State in its first year.

The annual city audit has been completed. The City of Stafford received an unmodified or "clean" opinion, which is the highest level that can be achieved. I am pleased to announce that the fund balance for the second consecutive year continues to climb after the new guidelines and procedures were implemented. As you know, the fund balance is critical for our financial stability and credit rating.

New businesses continue to open along 90A and in The Grid. Stay tuned for even more to come, as we put a fresh new face on Stafford's economy.

Let me say, none of this would have been possible without the effort put forth by the City Staff, and the community as a whole. That is why I can say with pride, in Stafford, "WE ARE ONE"!

Best, 
Mayor Cecil Willis                   
                                                                                      

City of Stafford News

Minority Business Development Agency

The Stafford Fire Department recently welcomed these new members to their department:

• Matt Cyrus
• Greg Ybarra
• Micah George

• Carson Woods
• Brady McGinnis
• Paul Perez
• Rene Bautista

Stafford Economic Development Corporation News

The SEDC is happy to report new business developments are springing up on both corridors of Hwy 90 and FM 1092. These business developments will be producing new sales tax revenue for the City of Stafford.

1. Fresh & Savory Grill - A business of 35 years, has relocated from W. Airport Blvd. to FM 1092.

2. La Birria Tacos - has opened on Hwy 90.

3. The Seven Eleven - premier gas station and food court is going to open in the next 30 days, on Ave E at Hwy 90.

4. Jack’s Grocery - on Hwy 90 at Present Street, will be opening soon.

5. The Grid – two more fast food restaurants are moving forward.

6. The Grid – multifamily home units, builder has started breaking ground.

7. A gas station and food court with an adjacent business park – on FM 1092, has recently been approved.

We are glad to report that all the new warehouse complexes are 90% leased.

The economic development, post-COVID, is looking much better. Stop and shop in our local businesses.

Wen Guerra
President, SEDC
                                                                                  

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