Posted on: December 6, 2019
The City’s contractors will begin street repairs on the eastbound inside lane of Grand Park Drive beginning Monday, Dec. 9. Commuters may only use the outside lane to access Texas Parkway until the construction is complete.
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Posted on: December 4, 2019
At their Monday, Dec. 2 Regular Meeting, Councilmembers amended the Comprehensive Financial Policy for the City of Missouri City by revising the Fund Balance Policy; approved the submission of a grant application for the Community Outdoor Outreach Program...
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Posted on: November 21, 2019
As part of the reconstruction of Independence Boulevard Segment 2, the City’s contractors began alternate lane closures along the roadway from Moore Road to South Revolution Way on Monday, Nov. 25.
Motorists should expect delays and are advised t...
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Posted on: November 5, 2019
MCTX City Manager Anthony J. Snipes recently achieved the “Credentialed Manager” designation from the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) in recognition of his extensive public administration service and expertise.
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Posted on: September 20, 2019
MCTX City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has been selected by the National Academy of Public Administration (the Academy) for inclusion in its 2019 Class of Academy Fellows, in recognition of his years of public administration service and expertise. Induction ...
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Posted on: September 12, 2019
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Missouri City residents will vote in the 2019 General Election at polling stations citywide; early voting will take place from Oct. 21 through Nov. 1. Local races this year include the following positions: Districts A, B, C and D.
Recen...
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Posted on: October 11, 2019
In their recent official actions to unanimously approve the 2019 property tax rate of $.630000, the Fiscal Year 2020 General Fund Budget and the sale of $14 million in general obligation and refunding bonds, Missouri City Councilmembers focused on the mun...
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Posted on: October 30, 2019
One of the reasons MCTX is recognized as a Platinum Scenic City is its ongoing commitment to innovative planning initiatives that have resulted in the “Show Me City”:
- Proactively updating the Comprehensive Plan every five years;
- Enacting...
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Posted on: November 1, 2019
What: Missouri City cordially invites all residents, stakeholders, area veterans, project donors, media outlets and municipal partners to join the groundbreaking ceremony for the City’s future Veterans Memorial, paying tribute to our military fo...
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Posted on: September 26, 2019
To improve efficiencies and customer service, the Development Services Department is changing the hours of operations for the Planning/Inspections/Permits front office where development applications/other documents and alarm permit payments are submitted ...
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Posted on: September 20, 2019
Missouri City is once again among an “elite group” of U.S. cities honored for their exceptional fiscal stewardship.
In awarding the “Show Me City” its 31st consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, the Gov...
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Posted on: September 20, 2019
Due to an emergency power outage caused by the recent severe weather, facilities in the MCTX City Hall Complex, 1522 Texas Pkwy., will not be open today (Friday, Sept. 20).
This includes:
- City Hall, 1522 Texas Pkwy.
- Inspections & Permits, 1522 Texas Pkwy...
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Posted on: September 13, 2019
Over the past several days, citizens and media outlets have contacted MCTX officials and staff about a foul odor in the vicinity of the intersection of Fort Bend County Toll Road/Texas Parkway.
The incident, which happened outside of the City’s j...
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Posted on: September 9, 2019
The “Show Me City” has been named one of the “Lone Star State’s safest communities” in a comprehensive study conducted by Background Checks.org, using recent FBI crime statistics.
MCTX is one of only two Fo...
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Posted on: September 4, 2019
In a 7-0 record vote at their Tuesday, Sept. 3 Regular Meeting, Missouri City Councilmembers approved a 2019 proposed tax rate of $0.63000 per $100 valuation for the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget year.
State law requires that two public hearings be held before f...
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Posted on: July 17, 2019
In accordance with the Texas Election Code, the City will hold a General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and the positions on the ballot are for Districts A, B, C and D Councilmembers.
The first day to file for a place on the ballot is this Saturday, July 20; ...
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Posted on: July 15, 2019
The City’s contractor will be closing the bridge on Glenn Lakes Lane near Highland Lakes Drive to all traffic on Monday, July 29 for a reconstruction project.
This project will reconstruct the bridge using current engineering design standards, an...
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Posted on: July 1, 2019
Missouri City was named to the list of the “Best Cities to Live in Texas, 2019” by Chamber of Commerce, an online organization that assists with the longevity of small businesses. Missouri City came in at number 13 on the list, which i...
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Posted on: June 14, 2019
City Manager Anthony J. Snipes, in collaboration with the Parks & Recreation Department, is excited to roll out a new “Show Me City” initiative—#PlayItForward—that is being put in place to not only celebrate the outdoors, but to also build the future ...
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Posted on: May 31, 2019
The 2019 Hurricane season began, Saturday, June 1 and runs through Saturday, Nov. 30. If disaster strikes, Missouri City’s Emergency Operations Center is ready to respond.
What’s Expected this Season?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric...
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Posted on: May 13, 2019
Over the next six days, communities around the nation will salute their first responders in blue in recognition of National Police Week.
To highlight the excellence of Missouri City’s Finest and their commitment to serving the citizens, MCPD members were p...
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Posted on: May 12, 2019
Missouri City Police and Fire teams with assistance from the Houston Police Department Dive Team, Stafford Fire Department and Texas Department of Public Safety’s Highway Patrol located the body of a missing male around 10:33 p.m. tonight in a secondary l...
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Posted on: May 6, 2019
Missouri City has been named in the list of “Greenest Cities in Texas” by Just Energy, a multinational energy and gas company with its U.S. headquarters based in Houston. The “Show Me City” came in at number 17 on t...
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Posted on: April 12, 2019
Sometimes a golf Master can be found outside Augusta National Golf Club. One such pro—Richard Brown III—plays right here in the “Show Me City”.
Brown has a long-range of golf success soaring from California to New Je...
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Posted on: April 8, 2019
MCTX is proud to announce that City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has been elected to serve as National President and Board Chair on the Board of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA). At his inauguration on Saturday, April 6, 2019 during...
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Posted on: March 21, 2019
The Missouri City Police Department received a second report of a suspicious call from an individual. The report said the phone number came from the police department’s non-emergency number, which is 281.403.8700. The suspect claimed to be an MC...
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Posted on: March 20, 2019
Missouri City ❤ its businesses! Last week, the “Show Me City” was in the spotlight of success again: Billy’s Donuts made local, national and international headlines after Billy By, the namesake of the store, tweeted a picture...
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Posted on: February 8, 2019
On Thursday, Jan. 31, State leaders in the Capital introduced legislation that would require voters’ approval of any local property tax increase of more than 2.5 percent for cities, counties, school districts and other governmental bodies before...
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Posted on: February 8, 2019
Missouri City has once again been ranked among the top safest municipalities in Texas by the Home Security Advisor, an online resource website. The “Show Me City” was listed at No. 42 among all cities rated in the report and at No. 5 a...
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Posted on: January 31, 2019
The “Show Me City” is again being commended for its safe streets, earning the No. 30 rank in a list of 136 Texas cities rated by Alarms.org, the official site of the National Council for Home Safety and Security—an associatio...
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Posted on: January 24, 2019
Allena J. Portis, a fiscal veteran with more than 22 years’ experience implementing sound financial procedures and strategies, is Missouri City’s new Director of Financial Services and Chief Financial Officer.
Portis, who is a Certified...
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Posted on: December 28, 2018
2018 was another banner year for the “Show Me City” as the region’s most diverse municipality again earned prestigious awards and recognitions, engaged citizens and stakeholders in a series of strategic initiatives and electe...
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Posted on: February 26, 2019
With Spring cleaning ahead, City officials and staff have received a number of inquiries regarding the Municipal Solid Waste Program that provides regular and recycling pickup services to citizens through a contract partnership with WCA.
The FAQs below add...
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Posted on: December 20, 2018
Resting her hand on her grandfather, Rev. O.D. Ford Sr.’s heirloom Bible, Mayor Yolanda Ford was administered the oath of office at the Monday, Dec. 17 Regular City Council Meeting by Presiding Judge Debra Sinclair, signaling a historic transition of lead...
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Posted on: December 17, 2018
Missouri City marked a historical transition in leadership tonight (Monday, Dec. 17), as newly elected Mayor Yolanda Ford was administered the oath of office by Presiding Judge Debra Sinclair. Ford was elected by voters citywide in the Dec. 8 Runoff Elect...
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Posted on: November 6, 2018
In accordance with Section 3.06 of the Charter of the City of Missouri City, the District A Council position is vacant effective today (Tuesday, Nov. 6) as the current representative, Mayor Pro Tem Yolanda Ford, is a candidate in the 2018 mayoral race wit...
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Posted on: October 16, 2018
The “Show Me City” and METRO have again expanded local transportation options for residents and visitors by adding a Missouri City Flex Route (364 MCTX Flex) to connect riders of the Park & Ride routes (Fondren Park and Highway 6) with five popular de...
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Posted on: October 11, 2018
In fewer than 30 days, Missouri City residents will vote in the 2018 General Election at polling stations citywide. Local races this year include the following positions: Mayor, At-Large Position #1 and At-Large Position #2. Recently, the City has receive...
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Posted on: August 1, 2018
The “Show Me City” and METRO officially launched the new MCTX Community Connector bus service within City limits on Monday, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. at the Community Center in the City Hall Complex, 1522 Texas Pkwy.
To help riders prepare to ...
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Posted on: September 7, 2018
A recent Verizon “Best Small Cities for Small Businesses” report positions the “Show Me City” as one of America’s best places to operate a company in, ranking the area as No. 42 in a list of the nation&...
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Posted on: August 10, 2018
In recognition of his exemplary municipal leadership, national professional networks and ongoing commitment to public service, City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has been appointed to serve on the Board of the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBT...
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Posted on: July 26, 2018
At their Monday, July 16, regular meeting, City Council Members were presented an overview of the 2018 Citizen Survey results, which showed that residents have a positive overall perception of the City, and citizen satisfaction with City services is much ...
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Posted on: July 17, 2018
The Rebuild Texas Fund has awarded Missouri City’s Office of Emergency Management a $15,000 grant to be used for emergency preparedness training and continued Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts.
The Rebuild Texas Fund was launched just days after Hurricane ...
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Posted on: June 20, 2018
Missouri City is once again among an “elite group” of U.S. cities honored for their exceptional fiscal stewardship.
In awarding the “Show Me City” its 30th consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, the Gov...
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Posted on: June 1, 2018
For the 36th consecutive year, Missouri City has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial...
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Posted on: May 3, 2018
In recent days, citizens have raised questions about the City’s mosquito control program and spray schedule. To address residents’ inquiries, staff has compiled a list of frequently asked questions in relation to this topic:
Does Missou...
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Posted on: April 9, 2018
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar recently announced that Missouri City is among a select number of local municipalities to achieve open citizen access through the Transparency Stars program.The “Show Me City” received a star in the area o...
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Posted on: February 21, 2018
City Manager Anthony J. Snipes, in collaboration with key staff members, convened a meeting with Animal Services municipal volunteers on Tuesday, Feb. 20 to provide an opportunity for staff to directly receive input and feedback from the citizen partners....
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Posted on: February 16, 2018
S&P Global Ratings, a division of Standard & Poor’s Financial Services LLC, has upgraded Missouri City’s bond rating from AA- to AA “while affirming a stable outlook” for the municipality.
The increase of the...
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Posted on: February 22, 2018
City Prepares for the Upcoming Budget Year
With the changes in the budget cycle, planning for Fiscal Year 2019 has already begun. To ensure transparency throughout this new budget process and to educate citizens, staff has prepared a few frequently asked q...
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Posted on: February 7, 2018
To further enhance Animal Shelter operations in alignment with strategic City policies and State law, City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has initiated additional measures for service improvements that were outlined for City Council Members at their Monday, Fe...
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Posted on: January 29, 2018
The State review of policies and procedures at the Missouri City Animal Shelter, involving multiple entities, is still under way. One entity, the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, has responded with a letter that outlines “several are...
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Posted on: January 8, 2018
As citizen engagement and community partnerships grow and evolve, the “Show Me City” continually strives to be a leader in municipal transparency and engagement. Across all citizen communications platforms, Missouri City is dedicated t...
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Posted on: December 29, 2017
The 52 weeks of 2017 marked as many milestones for the “Show Me City”, spanning a gamut of progress for residents, stakeholders and staff, including the City retaining its AA bond rating, maintaining its public safety status as one of ...
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Posted on: December 2, 2017
In recent weeks, citizens have raised questions about the official, trademarked City logo. To address residents’ inquiries, staff has compiled a list of frequently asked questions in relation to this topic:
When was the trademarked, official Missouri City ...
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Posted on: February 21, 2017
In the past months, citizens both inside and outside Missouri City have raised questions about the City’s limits and how the postal office assigns addresses. For clarification, certain homeowners who do not live in Missouri City may have a Misso...
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Posted on: February 15, 2016
Missouri City's Public Protection Class rating of 1/1Y, the highest rating awarded by ISO, became effective Aug. 1, 2016. The designation is through Insurance Services Office (ISO). Currently, only 26 cities in Texas and 97 cities nationwide hav...
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Posted on: September 25, 2014
This month, Missouri City launched an online and mobile smart phone application through SeeClickFix.com called “iReport” that allows citizens to report code enforcement violations. Using GPS to identify a citizen’s location, the application is also aided ...
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