
NOVEMBER 2025
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION










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NOVEMBER 2025
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION

































City of College Station offices and facilities will close for the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28.
The Gary Halter Nature Center, Southwood Community Center, and Meyer Senior and Community Center will be closed Nov. 27-30.
Thursday’s solid waste and recycling routes will be collected on Friday, and Friday’s routes will be collected on Saturday.
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial Board’s Veterans Day Ceremony is Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 5:30 p.m. under the American Pavilion, at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex.
Activities will commence with the “Honor Wall Roll Call,” a reading of military veteran names recently

added to the memorial’s Wall of Honor. Musical renditions, remarks and presentations to follow include: National Anthem, special recognition of Brazos Valley Heroes (Service Medley), Rifle Salute by the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets Ross Volunteers, Taps and more.
Leadership is built on experience, integrity, and a commitment to service. On Oct. 2, the College Station Police Department celebrated the promotion of five officers whose dedication and accomplishments have earned them new leadership roles.
During the promotion ceremony, each officer’s badge was pinned by someone significant in their life, and Chief Billy Couch presented each with a certificate of promotion. In his remarks, Chief Couch highlighted the officers’ awards, commendations, specialized training, and years of distinguished service as the foundation for their advancement.

Lt. Vinal began his career with CSPD in 2009. Over the years, he has served as a patrol officer, field training officer, recruiting coordinator, and sergeant in multiple divisions, including Patrol, Recruiting & Training, and Criminal Investigations (CID). His background in instruction, weapons coordination, and air operations has contributed greatly to departmental training and innovation. Vinal holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston State University and a graduate certificate in advanced international affairs from the Bush School at Texas A&M University. He now serves as the Night Shift Commander in the Uniformed Patrol Division.

Lt. Pritchett joined CSPD in 2009 and has served in a wide range of assignments, including Patrol, Motors, Criminal Investigations, and the College Station Tourism and Entertainment Policing (CSTEP) Unit. His experience also includes supervisory roles in Patrol and CID (Property Crimes), as well as service on the SWAT team. Pritchett is a two-time recipient of CSPD’s Supervisor of the Year award and has received more than 40 commendations. A graduate of Texas A&M University, he now commands the 4th Shift in the Uniformed Patrol Division, overseeing the CSTEP, K-9, and Air Operations Units.

Sgt. Marty has served with CSPD since 2012 and is known for her work in crisis response and peer support. She spent nearly a decade as a detective investigating crimes against children and is an assistant team leader on the Hostage Negotiation Team. Marty has deployed across the state to assist first responders during major incidents, including the Santa Fe and Uvalde school shootings. She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and is pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. She now supervises a Patrol Shift in the Uniformed Patrol Division.

Sgt. Morgan brings a diverse background in military and investigative work to CSPD. Before joining the department in 2021, he served in the U.S. Army and with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). He later taught criminal justice at the high school level. At CSPD, he has served in Patrol and Criminal Investigations, applying his expertise in crime scene investigation and leadership training. Morgan holds a master’s degree in counterterrorism studies and now supervises an evening shift in Patrol.

Sgt. Moore began his CSPD career in 2017 and has worked in Patrol and the College Station Tourism and Entertainment Policing (CSTEP) Unit. A SWAT operator and field training officer, he has received multiple Life Saving and Outstanding Service Awards. Known for his leadership and commitment to mentoring new officers, Moore now serves as a first-line supervisor in the CSTEP Unit.
These promotions reflect years of professional growth, leadership development, and dedication to service. The College Station Police Department congratulates these officers as they step into their new roles, continuing to ensure the community remains in capable hands.


Recently, five members of the College Station Fire Department graduated from the TEEX paramedic program. They began paramedic training on Jan. 6 and completed a rigorous nine-month, 1,268hour program comprising didactic and clinical training in advanced life support.
Paramedic training incorporates advanced-level knowledge and skills, including clinical patient assessment, pharmacology, and cardiology, among many other core areas. Although graduation is a significant
accomplishment, their journey to becoming functioning paramedics is far from over. They must now pass the national registry paramedic written exam, then complete a rigorous three-month field internship program before being fully credentialed as paramedics.

Becoming a credentialed paramedic is an intense year-long program. We're proud of the time, effort, and dedication these members have shown to improve their capacity to serve the community as advanced life support practitioners.

SATURDAY, DEC. 6
8 - 10 A.M.
800 KRENEK TAP ROAD • COLLEGE STATION POLICE DEPARTMENT

Celebrate the holiday season at Breakfast with Blue Santa! Come by the College Station Police Department on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8-10 a.m. for a morning of festive fun for the whole family!
Enjoy donuts, milk, and juice, pictures with Santa, bounce houses for the kids, and plenty of holiday cheer! Kids 12 and under will receive a wrapped gift (one per child, while supplies last).
This event is free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children.

The holiday season will soon be coming to College Station, highlighted by the enchanting College Station Christmas Parade. Be dazzled by beautifully decorated floats, cheerful music, and the spirit of Christmas in Aggieland!
The parade starts at Post Oak Mall, heads west on Holleman, south on Dartmouth, across Southwest Parkway, east on Krenek Tap, and ends at Beachy Central Park.
• Beautiful Floats: Marvel at the creative and enchanting floats adorned with dazzling lights and holiday-themed decorations.
• Marching Bands: Enjoy the sounds of the season as local marching bands serenade you with your favorite Christmas carols.
• Santa's Grand Arrival: Don't miss the parade's highlight – Santa Claus’s grand entrance to spread holiday cheer!
• Community Spirit: College Station's community spirit will be fully displayed as groups, organizations, and schools come together to participate in a joyful city-wide event.
View photos from previous parades! >> Register to participate in the parade by Friday, Nov. 14!
The parade will follow the same route as last year, starting on Holleman Drive near Post Oak Mall, going down Dartmouth Street, turning onto Krenek Tap Road, and finishing at Beachy Central Park. With prime viewing locations throughout the route, families can come early, claim a spot, and soak up the festive holiday cheer.


It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park!
College Station’s captivating Christmas in the Park displays began in 1984 when a local family funded a couple of light panels. Since then, the collection has grown to more than one million lights and has become a holiday mainstay.
Our crews work diligently around fall leagues and events to transition the park into a lighted winter wonderland. They toil in the heat, cold, and rain to ensure a radiant and festive glow when we flip the switch on Thanksgiving Day.
The lights will burn from 6-11 p.m. each night from Nov. 27 through New Year’s Day. As you stroll or drive through the park, you can tune in to Willy 97.3 FM to enjoy Christmas music by Bryan Broadcasting. Admission is free, and parking is available.
The centerpiece is the Tower of Power, a 90-foot-tall Christmas tree adorned with 14,000 shimmering lights. We encourage you to take a festive family drive through the 60 strands of lights framing Santa’s
Lane, walk through the 36 snowflakes in Snowflake Forest, take pictures in front of the 36-foot lighted paddleboat, and wander along the tunnel on the back trail. The only night you cannot drive through the park is Dec. 6, when preparations take place for the Christmas in the Park event. The drive-thru closes at 7 a.m. to keep everyone safe during setup for visits with Santa, hayrides, and plenty of cookies and hot cocoa.
Here are two special ways to enjoy the timeless holiday tradition:
• Lights On: Nov. 27 - Jan. 1, 6-11 p.m.
• Event: Dec. 6, 6-10 p.m.
And don’t forget to bring your wish list for Santa. Our staff has arrangements with his elves to accept letters for Santa in our North Pole mailbox outside the Central Park Office. Drop your letter off by Christmas Eve to ensure safe delivery.

Saturday, Dec. 6 | 3-4 p.m.
810 Holleman Drive East
y r sp ! Run along the parade route ahead of the College Station Christmas Parade.

SATURDAY, DEC. 13, 5 P.M.
Get ready to roll into the holiday spirit! The Jingle Bell Ride is a festive new cycling event inviting riders of all ages to pedal through the city’s dazzling Christmas light displays and scenic parks.
Starting at Central Park at 5 p.m., this merry ride offers a joyful way to celebrate the season on two wheels — surrounded by twinkling lights and plenty of holiday magic. Ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free, but registration and a signed participation waiver are required.
Stay tuned for more details!

Photo by Robert Petrovic
Millions of birds travel through Texas each fall along the Central Flyway, but bright lights or unsafe windows can put them at risk.
Most bird species are unable to see glass, and the glare from lights exacerbates the danger at night. During the day, birds can mistake window reflections of trees, bushes, or other objects as safe places to land.
The College Station Parks and Recreation Department is encouraging businesses, schools, and residents to support Lights Out and Bird City Texas efforts, which aim to reduce window collisions during migration.
By taking simple actions, such as turning off lights and painting windows, you can protect birds both during the day and at night. These actions are easy to implement and can make a big difference.

Here are two easy ways you can help:
During fall and spring migration, bright lights can confuse birds flying at night, causing them to stray off course or collide with windows. Turning off non-essential lights from 11 p.m.-6 a.m. helps keep migrating birds on track.
Decorate windows with Texas fall bird migration–themed designs through Nov. 30. To prevent bird strikes, designs should use solid patterns with gaps no larger than two inches. The artwork adds seasonal color while protecting birds.
To enter, submit a photo of your painted window to parks@cstx.gov by Nov. 30.
Top designs will be featured on the city’s social media pages for community voting, and winners will be announced Dec. 8. Participants are encouraged to keep their artwork up through Thanksgiving to protect migrating birds.
Over a billion birds perish from window collisions nationwide each year. Your simple actions can have a meaningful impact on bird conservation.
For more information or to get involved, contact the Gary Halter Nature Center at 979-764-6216 or parks@cstx.gov.

Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate family, friends and tons of tasty food! But Thanksgiving can also present preventable hazards quicker than your leftovers can get cold.

Here are some simple prevention reminders from the College Station Fire Department to ensure a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
Î Prep your kitchen area and remove built-up food or grease from the stovetop and oven.
Î Remain in the kitchen when you are cooking. Do not let guests distract you.
Î Keep children at least 3 feet away from a heat source.
Î Ensure the floor is clear to prevent tripping over items, especially while transporting food.

Î Never use a turkey fryer indoors, in the garage, or on covered patios.
Î Never use water to extinguish a grease fire.
Î Make sure working smoke alarms are installed on every floor of your home.
Î Rolling up your sleeves reduces the chance they will catch fire.
Î If you see smoke or grease start to boil, turn the heat source off.
Î If an oven fire occurs, keep the door closed and turn the oven off until it cools down.
We wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
Report non-emergency issues such as potholes, streetlights, or code violations directly to the City of College Station.

• Submit requests anytime, anywhere
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• Track the progress of your request
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Quickly find the solid waste, recycling, and bulk/brush pickup collection schedule for your address and set the free app to remind you of your collection days.
College Station Police Chief Billy Couch discusses his history with the CSPD, the evolution of the Northgate district over that time, the introductions of high-rises in the district, the changing customer base, common crimes, CSPD's approach to policing Northgate, conditional use permits for new bars in the city, issues in other areas of the city, and police department staffing and recruiting.



Brazos Matters is a podcast hosted by Jay Socol and a variety of guests discussing issues that affect residents and businesses in and around Aggieland.


On Oct. 20, the City of College Station
Historical Marker was unveiled at City Hall! The marker, located on the west side of the building opposite the existing dedication plaque, commemorates our community’s rich and inspiring history.
The Texas State Historical Commission granted the marker following a request from a citizen group led by Sherry Frisk and Anne Boykin, who began the effort in 2022. The plaque officially arrived in July and now stands as a lasting tribute to the people and stories that shaped College Station.














• Boards and Commission members’ ideas often catalyze innovative programs and improved services.
• We will use your expertise, knowledge, and interests to improve policies and programs.
• Our city simply could not function as well as it does without your dedicated services.
OUR BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
• AGGIELAND HUMANE SOCIETY • ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE • AUDIT COMMITTEE
• B/CS LIBRARY COMMITTEE • BICYCLE, PEDESTRIAN, AND GREENWAYS ADVISORY BOARD
• CDBG PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCY FUNDING REVIEW COMMITTEE
• CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS & BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS COMMISSION
• DESIGN REVIEW BOARD • HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE • HOUSING PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
• PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE • PLANNING AND ZONING COMMITTEE • ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Applications for Committees, Boards, and Commissions are open through December 28, 5 p.m.
The City Council will consider the applications and make appointments during the January 2026 regular meetings.
For more information, visit: onboard.cstx.gov
Contact City Secretary’s Office
Email: cso@cstx.gov or call 979.764.3541

The CSPD team raised nearly $3,000 for Scotty’s House in October at the 12th annual Back the Badges fundraiser at Row House College Station. CSPD took first place in a rowing competition against other area law enforcement agencies.
The event featured activities for both children and adults, including auctions, vendors, a car show, and more. Thank you to Row House for hosting the competition and to all who donated to this tremendous cause.


College Station's heritage is firmly rooted in honoring military service, and the City proudly upholds that legacy by hiring veterans as a valued part of our workforce. The City remains committed to supporting veterans through our Veteran Recruiting and Employment Initiative, helping them successfully transition to civilian employment.
We aim to be an employer of choice for veterans by actively fostering connections with local veteran services and national programs to support our veteran community.

The City of College Station’s Information Technology department is dedicated to driving business transformation and elevating the efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of public services in support of the City’s mission. They leverage executive leadership and cutting-edge solutions to deliver secure, reliable, and userfriendly IT infrastructure, strategic service management, and seamless project execution.
By fostering digital inclusion, prioritizing cybersecurity, and embracing data-driven decision-making, they enable continuous improvement, sustainable growth, and technology enablement. Through collaboration and adherence to best practices, IT delivers exceptional value and lasting results for our community and all stakeholders.
The IT Cybersecurity Team's goal is to establish an intelligent Cybersecurity Program that defends and controls the risks to the city's information assets from theft, compromise, or attack.
• Govern: The organization's cybersecurity risk management strategy, expectations, and policy.
• Identify: Ensure the organization's cybersecurity risks are understood, communicated, and monitored.
• Protect: Design, implement, and manage the organization's safeguards that address cybersecurity risks.
• Detect: Identify cybersecurity attacks and compromises.
• Respond: Take appropriate actions in response to a detected cybersecurity incident.
• Recover: Restore assets and operations affected by a cybersecurity incident.
The Project Management Office oversees various technology projects through initiation, planning, execution, and closing phases while ensuring they meet the scope, schedule and budget. Their mission is to:
• Facilitate the successful execution of Business Transformation projects for the City of College Station while delivering projects in Scope, on Schedule and within Budget
• Improve efficiency and minimize risks.
• Promote transparency within Technology projects.
• Foster collaboration within the City and align with the City’s and IT strategic goals.
• Focus on stakeholder satisfaction.
GIS Day is an annual event celebrating geographic information systems-based technologies on Nov. 19. This theme celebrates the expanding influence of GIS and the professionals who solve complex, real-world challenges using spatial insight. College Station's maps and data files are a free resource for you to use and enjoy. Our maps are updated by us, and YOU!
Interactive mapping services are available and reflect the most recent data updates. The Planning and Development Map shows platting, subdivisions, zoning, and property information. Tip: Click on the Layers icon in the upper right corner to select various GIS layers in the map.
Printable maps have also been created and are available below for download. These static maps are updated every six months.
For general planning and development questions, please call 979.764.3570 or email cspds@cstx.gov.
This City of College Station Open Data site provides public access to various datasets managed by the City of College Station municipal government.
Access our full catalog to explore all of the current City of College Station Datasets.
Budgeting is essential in municipal government. This site offers a visual interface to explore and share city budget information.
This site is the next step in providing open and transparent government to our citizens and taxpayers. You can browse check register payment information by department, vendor, and expenditure type.



Fats, oils, and grease OH MY!
As the weather cools down, FOG, along with flushable and nonflushable rags and wipes, merge in our sewers to form solid, immovable blockages known as fatbergs. They are worse in winter when cooler temperatures make it easier for the FOG to solidify.
It goes without saying that these unsightly blobs can significantly impact water quality and the environment after sewer overflows.
When a big grease blob sticks to the ultraviolet light used to disinfect our wastewater, the light can't do its job. Our courageous operators must manually remove the disgusting balls of grease, wads of wipes, paper towels—and even underwear—to prevent the expensive equipment from being damaged.
FOG and trash in the sewer system can also increase wastewater rates. For the Lick Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion, a $150,000 preliminary screening station was added to remove wipes, rags, cotton and plastic hygiene products, and trash.
Manually removing the grease at our wastewater plants costs an average of $600 weekly.
• Scrape food scraps into the garbage and let grease solidify in pans before placing it in the trash. Pour oil and grease into a can, and after it hardens, put the sealed container in the regular trash.
• Avoid placing paper products, even those marked as flushable, down the drain or in the toilet.
• You can help protect your sewer system by remembering to only flush the 3 P's – Pee, Poop, and toilet Paper.
College Station Water Services – especially our valiant wastewater operators – appreciates your assistance in reducing fatbergs.



OPENED AUGUST
BO’S RAMEN
OPENED AUGUST
DON CHENTE (S. COLLEGE STATION)
SEPTEMBER
OPENED OCTOBER
Check out the gift shop at the College Station Visitor Center, located at 1207 Texas Ave., and gift your loved ones beautiful College Station merchandise!
OPEN:
MONDAY-FRIDAY 8 A.M.-5 P.M.
SATURDAYS
10 A.M.-2 P.M.





Photography by Brody Lane McKinnon


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Municipal Court Administrator Lucy Coronilla received the prestigious Outstanding Achievement in Education Award at the Texas Court Clerks Association's Annual Conference in San Marcos. The award is one of the highest distinctions given by the TCCA, recognizing an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to court education. Notably, it is a lifetime award that can only be received once, and recipients must have previously earned the Lifetime Achievement Award. That's all a testament to Lucy’s longstanding leadership, dedication, and impact on the court community.
Over the years, Lucy has gone above and beyond in coordinating and facilitating monthly classes here at the College Station Municipal Court, welcoming our local court staff and TCCA clerks from across the state. Through in-person and online education sessions, she has created accessible, high-quality professional development opportunities that have helped raise the standard of excellence for clerks everywhere. Her commitment has been described as “super appreciated and unmatched.” The statewide recognition is richly deserved.
Congratulations, Lucy, for your exceptional achievement and for representing the City of College Station with such professionalism, expertise, and heart. We are proud to celebrate your accomplishments and are honored to have you as part of our team.
We celebrated our 3rd Quarter Star Award recipients with a special luncheon at City Hall! These outstanding individuals consistently go above and beyond, making meaningful contributions to the success of the City of College Station.

(L-R): Daniel Martinez (Water Services), Gillian Sitler (Planning & Development), Carlos Elarba (Public Communications), Kelbi Coates (Economic Development), Grace Fuentes (Planning & Development), Ben Miller (Fire), Sandy Atkinson (Information Technology), Jamarcus Stringfellow (Public Works), Courtney Watt (Capital Projects), Cheston Gray (Public Works) and Lydia Vidales (Parks & Recreation).
Fleet Services Assistant Buyer Angela Daugherty was named the FleetPros Member of the Year at the organization's annual conference recently in Glendale, Arizona. The recognition is for distinguished contributions to the fleet services industry, the promotion and operations of a state FleetPros chapter, and advancing non-profit community service goals and objectives.
She was previously recognized for her contributions on the state level. Daugherty celebrated her 30th year in the Fleet Services Division in April.


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“What’s Up, College Station?”
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Learn the latest about the City of College Station’s services, events, programs, and more as we chat with leaders and experts from across the organization.





“We’re especially grateful to the City of College Station and all of the crews working diligently to complete the repair as quickly and safely as possible.”
“A special thank you to the City of College Station for its work and communication throughout the process.”
“Y’all are awesome! When we left a message on the utility line, we got a call back, and all our questions were answered. Keep up what you are doing!”
“I want to thank you for the work the city is doing, clearing the creek at the Castle Rock Parkway bridge. This could really make a big difference should we get one of those increasingly common record-setting weather events. I appreciate the city work on this, as should all residents of Castle Rock.”
“Let me add my words of appreciation for the efforts by CS Public Works to help Southwood Forest solve the drainage issues. That retaining wall had done pretty well for 40 years but was definitely showing its age. Your willingness to continue working with us (if it ever starts raining again) is much appreciated as is the ‘can do’ attitude Peter Caler and Ronnie Loper have exhibited. I will be back in touch with you once the irrigation plan is received. Thanks again.”
KBTX-TV: (Northgate business owner) Justin Manning told KBTX that collaboration between the city and business owners is making a difference in the entertainment district. It’s something he said has a lot to do with College Station District Manager Jennifer Luna. "Being able to work with the city, and the fact that the city is extending that olive branch—like here’s Jennifer Luna and she’s bringing all this new energy—it is something that none of us have ever seen. We’re all really hopeful with this new relationship. We’re really excited for the future of Northgate as a whole."

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