Friday Update 2-14-2025

FRIDAY UPDATE

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Upcoming Meetings

City Happenings Happy Valentine’s Day to all! Please consider one of our lovely local dining establishments for your Valentine’s Dinner!

Planning & Zoning Commission Monday, March 10, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - City Hall Zoning Board of Adjustment February 20, 2025 - 4:00 p.m - City Hall (Canceled) Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. - City Hall

City Council Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - 5:30 p.m. - City Hall Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 5:30 p.m. - City Hall Tuesday, March 18, 2025 - 5:30 p.m. - City Hall Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. - City Hall

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Friday Update The election is set for Saturday, May 3, 2025.

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.

As of 5:00 p.m. on February 13, 2025, the following candidates have filed an application for a place on the May 3, 2025, General Election ballot for City Council Member for the City of Nacogdoches. The filing period will end today, February 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Early voting will begin April 22, 2025, through April 25, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and April 28, 2025, through April 29, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Nacogdoches County Courthouse Annex at 203 West Main Street, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961.

Please contact the County of Nacogdoches for further voter information.

For questions regarding the City election, please contact the City Secretary’s office at (936) 559-2506.

NORTHWEST WARD Brad Maule (Incumbent) Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 (936) 559-2506 NORTHEAST WARD Kathleen Belanger (Incumbant) Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 (936) 559-2506 AT LARGE MAYOR Randy Johnson (Incumbant) Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 (936) 559-2506 AT LARGE MAYOR Brigette Kozash (Challenger) Nacogdoches, Texas 75961

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

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

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Friday Update Convention & Visitor’s Bureau TThe CVB Board Meeting previously scheduled for this past Wednesday, February 12th was postponed due to staff illness and scheduling conflict. The meeting will now be next Wednesday, February 19th at 4:00pm in the Visitor Center Downstairs Basement.

This weekend there are lots of fun Valentine's Day activities! For a complete list of events, check out visitnacogdoches.org/events Coming up: March 28th: Nac Snack Friday April 4th: Flatland Cavalry & Randy Rogers Band live at WJR Coliseum April 12th: Wine Swirl & Living History of Oak Grove Cemetery Tour

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

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

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Water Utilities PROTECT OUR WATER RESOURCES Our stormdrain system channels untreated rainwater into La Nana and Bonita Creeks, eventually reaching the Angelina River and the Sam Rayburn reservoir. Substances entering the stormdrain system other than rainwater pose a risk to wildlife, ecosystems, and water resources. Human activities often worsen stormwater runoff and can contain nitrogen and phosphorus pollutants from fertilizers, and pet and yard waste. Here are some important tips to follow to protect our resources.

Dispose of hazardous waste properly · Reduce pesticide and fertilizer use · Prevent lawn irrigation runoff · Clean up spills immediately · Pick up pet waste · Keep storm drains clear of debris · Maintain vehicles responsibly Help protect storm drains and preserve the quality of our environment and waterways.

Remember, NAC WATER is ours to protect!

Only rain down the stormdrain.

Staff contact: Jacqueline Ramos Environmental Coor.

936-564-2204

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Friday Update Municipal Court Warrant Forgiveness Program The Nacogdoches Municipal Court is offering a warrant forgiveness program.

Through this program, all warrant fees will be removed when a citizen voluntarily contacts the court to pay a minimum of onehalf the total amount due and start a payment plan for the balance owed. Anyone that chooses to pay their fine and court costs in full will save an additional 20% off the fine amount. The court will also offer assistance to individuals that may not be able to pay half down or pay in full to work out an agreeable action plan. This program will be available February through April.

Anyone that comes to the court to resolve their outstanding warrants will be given safe harbor.

To take advantage of the warrant forgiveness program, please contact the court by telephone (936-559-2641), by email (mcourt@nactx.us), or visit the court in person at 217 W. Hospital St

Staff contact: Judge Heather Watts Main Court Line 936-559-2641

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Friday Update Human Resources Current Open Positions Fire-Firefighter Police-Police Office Police-Police Recruit Utility Meter Technician Water/Wastewater Operator or Trainee 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 Manager 936-559-2527

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Nacogdoches Main Street Tickets for the 13th annual Wine Swirl are on sale now!

The Wine Swirl is scheduled for Saturday, April 12th, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in downtown Nacogdoches.

Online Ticket sales are open and can be purchased by clicking the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025nacogdoches-wine-swirl-tickets-1138501802539? aff=oddtdtcreator Tickets are also sold in person at The Shop at the Fredonia, Rhinestone Rifles Boutique, Red House Winery and Well Body Solutions.

This year's theme is "In My Wine Swirl Era" - 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!

We are thankful to Excel ER for being one of our amazing sponsors! Sponsorship opportunities are still available - contact the Main Street office for more details on how you can support this unforgettable event!

Soup-er Bowl The 2nd Annual Nacogdoches Main Street Soup-er Bowl is running until February 16th. The spotlight is once again on our downtown restaurants as they compete for the title of best soup! Purchase their special signature soups, and cast your vote to crown this year’s champion.

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

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

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Friday Update Nacogdoches Historic Sites Tickets on Sale for Down East Boys Concert February 28th.

Tickets are on sale now for the Down East Boys Gospel Concert at Zion Hill on Friday, February 28th.

Tickets can be purchased in-person (cash/check) at the Nacogdoches CVB or at Zion Hill during operational hours. Tickets are also available online at eventbrite.com.

More information about this upcoming concert can be found at nactx.us/historicsites.

Free Lecture at Zion Hill February 20th presented by Friends of Historic Nacogdoches, Inc. Dr. Sosebee will be sharing “Sam & Anna: A Love Story? The Unconventional of Sam Houston and Anna Raguet” on February 20th at 4:30 PM at Zion Hill Historic Site.

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

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Friday Update Nacogdoches Public Library Love is in the air…. for library books! Come visit the special display of Blind Date with a Book.

Books are covered so you don’t know which book you will check out. Just enough of a plot description is written on the outside cover to get you interested. The Blind Date with a Book display will be up through the end of next week.

Since AARP Tax Aide began offering the free tax service in February, they have prepared approximately 124 tax returns. They will continue to offer their services every Monday and Wednesday until April 9th by appointment only. There are no age or income limits. Please contact library staff at 936-559-2970 for an appointment or more information.

In collaboration with the Nacogdoches Senior Center, library staff will visit the center for Tech Table Tuesday to provide free one-on-one assistance with learning to use mobile devices.

Library staff visits monthly to offer tech assistance and showcase a different library program or service. This is part of the TSLAC Special Projects Armchair Adventures grant.

Another program being offered by library staff as part of the Armchair Adventures Grant is Digital Communications. While customers wait for their turn for the free tax preparation, they can get help with their mobile devices or learn a new tech shortcut. Digital Communications will be offered on February 24, March 3, March 17 and March 31 from 10am to noon. No appointments are necessary.

These programs are funded (in part) by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and Texas State Library and Archives Commission (Grant # LS-253655-OLS-23).* (2024)

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 13 and brush in zone 19.

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 EXECUTES MULTIPLE WARRANTS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL ARRESTS NACOGDOCHES, TX (February 12, 2025) The Nacogdoches Police Department executed several warrants and made several arrests earlier this week in a coordinated move with the Nacogdoches SWAT Team.

For more information about these arrests, click here.

Nacogdoches Police Department Police Officer Testing Date 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.

Apply today at the city of Nac website Starting salary of $60,043! $5,000 sign on bonus for certified officers!

Paid academy positions!

Take home vehicle!

Step pay!

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

Plus many more benefits and assignments!

Contact Sergeant Patterson at (936) 5592605 for more information

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

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Friday Update Fire Department Join us in sending warmest wishes to Battalion Chief Chris Walker on his retirement from Nacogdoches Fire & Rescue after 23 years of service! Chief Walker started February 2002 and was promoted to BC December 2020. As the BC he was in charge of taking command of an incident for the entire shift/all five stations and making sure everyone had what they needed. We will miss having him around but we wish him well in his future endeavors.

Nacogdoches Fire Department Hosts Training in Arthur Temple Forestry Building This Week Nacogdoches Fire & Rescue will be conducting training drills in and around the vacant Arthur Temple Forestry building on the SFA campus from February 14-16 and again on February 1820. The drills on February 14-16 will be conducted nightly from 6-10 p.m., while those on the 18th-20th will be from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. each day.

NFD personnel will be in full gear and will have fire vehicles on site during these exercises for training purposes, but please note that there is no need for alarm and no actual emergency taking place.

Lastly, a big thank you to Stephen F. Austin State University for their partnership and allowing NFD the opportunity to train on campus!

Staff contact: Michael Brown Fire Chief 936-559-2547

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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.

Daily Sentinel: City contracts for implementation plan downtown - City Manager Rick Beverlin quoted Daily Sentinel: City calls election as mayor draws challenger -

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

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Engineering/Public Works \Bids were received this week for the 2025 Curb and Valley Gutter Project (Bond-funded). The low bid will be presented to City Council on February 18 for consideration of contract award.

Pre-Bid meetings have been held with prospective bidders on the SWTP Filter 1 Rehabilitation Project (CIP-funded) and Ridgebrook Drive Drainage Improvements Project (ARPA-funded).

Bids for these projects will be received next week.

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

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.

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, March 10, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - City Hall Monday, April 14, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - City Hall Zoning Board of Adjustment February 20, 2025 - 4:00 p.m - City Hall (Canceled) Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. - City Hall The City Council recently approved amendments to the zoning and health and safety ordinances. You can view the amendments here.

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

936-559-2937

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

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Parks Department

Recreation Department

A massive shoutout to our amazing friends at the Parks Advocacy League (PAL) for their incredibly generous donation to our Parks Department! For years, PAL has been fundraising tirelessly to enhance our local parks, and their hard work is making a huge impact. Thanks to this donation, Robert McCrimmon Park and Ritchie Street Park will soon have brand-new shaded benches and picnic tables—creating even better spaces for our community to enjoy!

Pickles, a 3 year old female shepherd mix, spent Valentine’s Day day at the Recreation Center. She used her cupid skills to steal the hearts of everyone who met her. If you want Pickles to be your forever Valentine she is available for adoption at Animal Services.

Spring break camp is less than a month away.

There is still some space available.

Registration will stay open until full or until the first day of camp.

Girl’s youth volleyball registration ends on Sunday. These volleyball teams are still looking for more volunteer coaches. Anyone interested in coaching girl’s youth volleyball can contact the Recreation Center.

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

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