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The City of Stafford’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023 Budget is available to view on our website. “The budget meets the elements of what we know are important, protecting the health, safety, and welfare of our great city and its citizens,†said Mayor Willis in his 2022-2023 budget message. "Stafford is a complete City where we can live, work, play, and have a great educational opportunity. More opportunities are developing in all areas. We have the advantage of being located in one of the fastest growing counties in America. We are also a very diverse community in a diverse country. In my opinion, each of these elements supports the other. I'm proud to state for the 2nd year, my administration has met and exceeded these principles and goals.â€
To read the full message, visit https://bit.ly/2022-23MessageBudget
To view the City’s proposed budget, visit https://bit.ly/22-23ProposedStaffordBudget
To view SEDC proposed budget, visit https://bit.ly/FY23SEDCProposedBudget (please note this is part of the budget Mayor Willis submitted for the FY 2022-2023).
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Wow, this summer and fiscal year has flown by. The city of Stafford engaged in budget workshops for our new fiscal year. City council will vote on the 2022-23 proposed budget on September 28, 2022 at 7 p.m. Again, the mayors budget is focused on sound principles.
. Balanced budget
. No diminished services
. Enhanced and streamlined operations
. Rebuilt fund balance
These concepts continue to serve us well as we move the city forward together.
Included in the mayors budget are seven new or modified positions. We are proposing to add new equipment in a multitude of departments. We are also including new software and hardware to increase efficiency in some of our programs. I feel that all of these additions will improve our efficiency.
SMSD is looking forward to a great year with classes being back in session. SMSD's budget was approved August 29, with a 14-0 vote for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
Again I wish to thank everyone for your contributions to our great city. I also want to acknowledge our tremendous staff for what they do for each and everyone of us daily.
Best,
Mayor Cecil Willis
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National Night Out
National Night out is Tuesday, October 4, 2022, and the Stafford Police Department is a GO! "National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie." All participants will need to fill out the Application here and return it to Officer Shanklin-McCartney.
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Stafford Fire Department
Our Fire Department participated in a TIFMAS deployment to central Texas. This deployment has already seen extensive fire duty in the Williamson County area where crews made initial fire attack and coordinating for aircraft water drops. Follow along here.
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Stafford Historical Society
"The Stafford Historical Society keeps the records straight on our city’s history, and recently held their monthly meeting in one of the city’s best kept secrets AND with a surprise guest."
Watch video here.
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IT Department
The City of Stafford IT department is working hard on implementing different projects, including the implementation of a permits records system and a code enforcement records system. Recently they had a team building exercise where they enjoyed some time bowling at Bowlero in Stafford. Way to go team!
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Stafford Police Department Receives “Accredited Law Enforcement Agencyâ€
Hedwig Village Police Chief Gott, representative of The Texas Police Chief Association, presented the Stafford Police Department, Texas with the Texas Law Enforcement Best Practices Accreditation certificate at yesterday's city council meeting. Congratulations to our police department!
Read all about it here.
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During the city council meeting on July 6th, we held the swearing-in ceremony for our elected council members William Bostic Position 3 and Don Jones Position 4. Councilman Jones was named Mayor Pro Tem. We would like to thank our out going council member Virginia Rosas, thank you for all your service to our community.
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Stafford Economic Development Corporation News
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My fellow Stafford Citizens great things are happening in Stafford. The Grid continues to develop and evolve; Kelsey Seybold will be opening this fall and we recently had Lazy Dog open.
I am also excited about the premier 7-Eleven gas station coming to The Island with two restaurants.
Best Regards,
Wen Guerra, SEDC President
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Recap of We are One & First Day
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We had a great Spartan crowd show up on Saturday, August 6 as we welcomed around 2,000 attendees to the second annual Party on the Plaza. Our Educational Plaza was filled with families, staff, and community ready to close out the summer and embark on the 2022-23 school year together. For the first time in school history, we have over 3,600 students enrolled from grades PK-3 to 12th grade.
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"A" Rating for Stafford STEM magnet Academy
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Congratulations to the Stafford STEM Magnet Academy teachers, staff, and students! During their first school year, our #StaffordSTEM campus received an A rating and 7 distinction designations from the Texas Education Agency. Earlier this month, TEA released accountability ratings and the district received a B overall.
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As progress continues, the Bond Oversight Committee will become the Community Center Operating Committee. This committee will propose rules, regulations and operating procedures to the SMSD Board of Trustees for approval. The brand-new facility will eventually offer Stafford residents access to the following: Fitness Center, Meeting Spaces, Event Rooms |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- SMSD Early Dismissal: Fri 9/2
- Labor Day: Mon 9/5 – No classes
- SMSD September Board Meeting: Mon 9/12 @ 6:30 p.m.
- SMSD Super Seniors 55+ Community Breakfast: Fri 9/16 @ 8:30 a.m. in the SHS Culinary Dining Room
- SHS Homecoming Parade & Game: Fri 9/16
- SHS Blood Drive: Thu 9/22 @ 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the SHS Gym
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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.
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City offices will be closed
Monday, September 5th
Trash collection will be running as normal Monday, September 5th.
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