Friday Update 1-3-2025

FRIDAY UPDATE

JANUARY 3, 2025

Upcoming Meetings

City Happenings Join us for “City of Nac” Night at William R. Johnson Coliseum this Saturday, January 4, for an SFA Basketball doubleheader ! Tickets can be purchased for a reduced rate of just $8 per ticket at this link.

Planning & Zoning Commission Monday, January 13, 2025 - 5:00 p.m - City Hall Monday, February 10, 2025 - 5:00 p.m - City Hall

City Council Tuesday, January 7, 2025 - 5:30 p.m - City Hall Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - 5:30 p.m - City Hall Tuesday, February 4, 2024 - 5:30 p.m. - City Hall Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - 5:30 p.m. - City Hall

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City Council Notice is hereby given of the Deadline to File Applications for a Place on the Ballot, for the May 3, 2025, Regular Election. City Council seats up for election are: Northeast Ward, Northwest Ward, and At Large Mayor. Applications will be accepted starting January 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. to February 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

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Staff contact: Rhonda Lewis City Secretary 936-559-2506

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Friday Update Convention & Visitor’s Bureau The CVB Board will meet for its regularly scheduled Board Meeting next Wednesday, January 8th at 4:00pm in the Visitor Center Basement.

Visit Nac staff is busy planning for the upcoming year and gearing up for the redesign of visitnacogdoches.org! Stay tuned for updates.

Staff is currently working on a calendar of major events for the year, we expect to release it in the next week or so once dates are finalized.

Here are some upcoming events in January to look forward to!

Theresa and Les Reeves Lecture Series: Monarch Migration | Thursday, January 9th 7:00pm Brundrett Conservation Education Building at 2900 Raguet Street Mark Scott & The 88's Live at Old Tyler Road Cafe featuring Gina Maree | Saturday, January 11th 8:00pm Comedian Greg Warren Live at SFA | Thursday, January 30th 7:30pm W.M. Turner Auditorium, Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts

Staff contact: Ashley Morgan CVB Director 936-564-7351

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Friday Update Human Resources Current Open Positions Administration- Chief of Staff Airport- Part-Time Airport Lineman Police- Police Officer Police- Police Recruit Sanitation Collection- Laborer Water Utilities- Office Assistant II

To apply, visit https://nactx.applicantpro.com/jobs/ The City of Nacogdoches is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and promotes a drug and alcohol free workplace.

Staff contact: Lane Semien HR Generalist 936-559-2527

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Nacogdoches Main Street Soup-er Bowl Mark your calendars for the 2nd annual Nacogdoches Main Street Soup-er Bowl in February! This event celebrates the culinary creativity of our downtown restaurants and offers a variety of amazing soups for you to enjoy and vote for your favorite! For more event information, visit the Main Street Facebook page!

Save the Date The 2025 Wine Swirl is scheduled for Saturday, April 12th.

Join us for the 13th annual Nacogdoches Wine Swirl on Saturday, April 12th from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in Downtown Nacogdoches! This year we are celebrating our 13th anniversary and are looking back at past Wine Swirl themes. Enjoy a fun evening with wine tastings from Texas vineyards, food samples from local restaurants, vendor and downtown merchant shopping, live music and more! Tickets go on sale February 7th with VIP and General Admission options available. Sponsorship opportunities are also available - contact the Main Street office for more details on how you can support this unforgettable event!

Staff contact: Tori Huddleston Main Street Manager 936-559-2562

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Friday Update Nacogdoches Historic Sites TICKETS ON SALE NOW for the Nacogdoches Beefsteak Dinner!

The Nacogdoches County Historical Foundation, in partnership with Nacogdoches Historic Sites, is hosting the eighth annual Nacogdoches Beefsteak Dinner on Friday, January 24th at Mast Hall.

This event is reminiscent of beefsteak dinners of the early 1900’s, when friends of politicians would throw dinners full of meat, beer, and bread, in an effort to raise money for their friends' campaigns. The dinners were rowdy and unsophisticated with no plates, cutlery, or napkins.

The Nacogdoches Beefsteak Dinner is a fun event that directly benefits the continued care of the Historic Zion Hill Baptist Church.

Tickets are $50 each or $400 for a table of 8 and can be purchased at the Nacogdoches CVB, Zion Hill Baptist Church Historic Site, C.L. Simon Recreation Center, from a member of the Nacogdoches County Historical Foundation, or online at eventbrite.com.

We would love for you to attend. See you there!

Staff contact: Veronica Amoe Historic Sites Manager 936-560-4441

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Friday Update Nacogdoches Public Library The library staff is offering Tech Heroes on Monday, January 6th from 12-2pm. Library staff will help customers learn to use their new (or not new) devices. The session is first-come, first-serve. Customers will also learn about the free digital products available through the library. This program is funded (in part) by grants from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and Texas State Library and Archives Commission (Grant # LS-253655-OLS23).* (2024) Fiber Arts Club returns to the library on a new schedule. The group will meet the first Monday of each month from 5:00-6:30pm. Anyone interested in crocheting, knitting, sewing, or embroidery is welcome to gather with fellow fiber crafters once a month to enjoy the cozy comradery of a craft group, be inspired with new project ideas, and get help with learning new skills and fixing mistakes. The group is for ages 19+ years and no registration is required.

A FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Workshop will be held on January 8th at 5:30pm for anyone who will be enrolled in college or vocational school in the 2025-2026 school year. Library staff will provide instruction in completing the application and offering tips for first-year college students. The session is free, but registration through eventbrite.com is requested.

The library is offering a free introductory lesson to the ukulele on Saturday, January 11th from 2:00-3:00pm. Participants will learn basic chords and get a chance to practice with an instructor. The event is for ages 12+ years.

Registration through eventbrite.com is requested. Students should bring their own ukulele.

Staff contact: Mercedes Franks Public Library Manager 936-560-4441

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Friday Update Public Works Public Works crews are currently clearing the leaf route in zone 15 and brush in zone 12.

Citizens can still haul their brush and bagged lawn debris for unlimited free dumps to the City Landfill located at 4602 N.W. Stallings Dr., with their City of Nacogdoches issued water bill and ID/DL showing proof of residence.

Brush & Yard Waste Pickup • Tree limbs and brush shall be stacked on street right-of-ways, or within 3 to 6 feet of the curb or street. o Stacks shall not exceed 6'L X 4'W X 4'H and be limited to three piles. o The maximum diameter of the largest limb shall not exceed 12 inches in diameter. o Brush must be stacked in front of the residence that generated the brush. o Brush placed on vacant lots or in the streets will not be picked up. o Limbs should not extend into the roadway.

Bagged yard waste o Bagged yard waste collection is "ONLY" available for residential addresses. o Bagged yard waste shall be placed within ten feet of the edge of the roadway for collection.

Yard waste must be properly bagged. o The city will only collect 20 bags per residence per week. o Bagged Yard Waste may also be disposed of at the City landfill, for no charge, provided that the: -Resident provide current copy of water bill & drivers license as proof of residence.

Staff contact: Kim Garner-Rodgers Services Coordinator 936-559-2583

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Police Department Nacogdoches Police Department Police Officer Testing Date

Citizen’s Police Academy The Nacogdoches Police Department is set to host a Citizens’ Police Academy. Feb 3May 12. This 14-week program aims to provide citizens with a comprehensive understanding of the Nacogdoches Police Department and the field of law enforcement.

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE NEXT TEST DATE WHICH IS JANUARY 28TH 2025!

WE ARE HIRING The Nacogdoches Police Department is accepting applications for certified and non-certified officers.

Sgt. Brett Ayres, the program coordinator, stated, “The initiative offers a thorough examination of law enforcement, focusing specifically on the policies and procedures of the Nacogdoches Police Department. It seeks to inform citizens about the rationale behind our decisions and the methods we employ in various situations.”

Apply today at the city of Nac website Starting salary of $60,043!

The program will commence on February 3rd, with the graduation ceremony planned for May 12th. Classes will take place at the police department every Monday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Attendance is free of charge, but enrollment is limited to 24 participants.

Step pay!

Interested individuals can obtain applications at the police station or by emailing ayresb@nactx.us to request one.

Plus many more benefits and assignments!

Contact Sergeant Patterson at (936) 5592605 for more information

$5,000 sign on bonus for certified officers!

Paid academy positions!

Take home vehicle!

Assignment Pay! 2 to 1 city match with TMRS! Health & Dental Insurance!

Staff contact: Brett Ayres Sgt. - Community Relations 936-559-2618

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Friday Update Public Information To receive the timeliest updates on severe weather situations affecting Nacogdoches, residents are encouraged to sign up for the NacWise alert system by navigating to nacwise.com and following the prompts online. Residents may also register by phone by calling 936-715-3322.

City News Stories Daily Sentinel: Beefsteak, Kid Fish among upcoming events Daily Sentinel: Applications open for Citizens' Police Academy - NPD Sgt. Brett Ayres quoted

Staff contact: Kevin Meyer Public Information Officer 936-559-2937

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Friday Update Code Enforcement --------------------------------------The City of Nacogdoches now requires property owners/managers to obtain a Sign Permit to display feather signs on certain commercial or multifamily apartment properties.

Bid Postings Local business owners that are interested in reviewing and being considered for city contracts should consider taking the following steps to stay informed of new opportunities.

1. Frequently check the Bid Postings page on the City of Nacogdoches website for an up to date list of open bids with the City.

Bid Postings Page: https://nactx.us/bids.aspx 2. Register to receive text or email alerts when new bids are posted by visiting the link below. Register for an account by clicking "Website Sign In" at the top right corner of the page, then choose an email and phone number for the account. Once signed in, locate the red text category "Bid Postings" , simply click the letter icon (for email alerts) or the phone icon (for texts) to sign up for those alerts.

Bid Postings Alert Signup Page: https://nactx.us/list.aspx?Mode=Subscribe#bids

FEATHER SIGN (aka teardrop) means a sign in a feather, flutter, square, teardrop, and half drop shape usually self-supported or supported by a flexible pole(s) and firmly affixed to the ground.

Feather signs are only allowed in the following districts: - B-1, B-2, B-3, & M zoning districts - R-4 districts (multifamily apartments only) A permit must be obtained from the City of Nacogdoches for all new or continued use.

Fees are $25.00 per permit application.

Sign Permit Applications are available online at: www.nactx.us/permit

Planning & Zoning Upcoming Meetings: The agenda and packet materials can be accessed online at the following link 72 hours prior to the meeting: https://www.nactx.us/agendas The City Council recently approved amendments to the zoning and health and safety ordinances. You can view the amendments here.

Planning & Zoning Commission Monday, January 13, 2025 - 5:00 p.m - City Hall Monday, February 10, 2025 - 5:00 p.m - City Hall

Staff contact: Aimee Cloutier Planning Coordinator 936-559-2574

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Staff contact: Case Opperman Dir. of Public Works/ City Engineer

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Parks Department

Recreation Department

The Parks and Recreation Advisory board reviewed and approved the designs for the Maroney Park Playground rebuild. The contractor, Cox Jones, is working on the construction documents and the project should commence in early 2025.

Winter break mini-camps began on Thursday. Winter break mini-camp will also be offered Monday and Tuesday.

Coming up this month, the Annual Kid Fish event will be held on January 25th 9am to noon at Lakeside Park. Kids ages 1-16 can participate in the tournament by weighing fish they caught during this time. Prizes will be offered to the winners.

Winter/ Spring activity guides are available online by clicking here. Activity guides will be solely online, but feature in depth information and clickability to registration.

Staff contact: Tommy Stanley Parks Manager 936-559-2960

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Staff contact: Joy Palmer Recreation Supervisor 936-559-2936

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Friday Update Animal Services HSNC will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025. They have done some restructuring in order to best serve our community while maintaining best practices to ensure continued funds for their programs.

Changes to their emergency aid program as well as their TNR and spay/neuter assistance programs have been made.

Applications are available on their website but will not be processed until their reopening after the first of the year.

The shelter will be closing at 4:30pm on January 7, 2025 in order to allow staff to attend the commendation presentation of one of our employees. We will reopen on January 8th for normal business hours.

See all of our pets!

Staff contact: Theresa Jordan Animal Services Manager 936-569-2821

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