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GISD trustees approve budget despite deficit

GISD trustees approve budget despite deficit

Garland ISD trustees approved the district’s 2026-27 budget Monday, adopting a spending plan that projects a General Fund deficit of more than $28 million while also recognizing several award-winning departments and honoring longtime Purchasing Director Mark Booker...

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City shares plans for Woodbridge Parkway upgrades

City shares plans for Woodbridge Parkway upgrades

Sachse city officials updated residents earlier this month on planned improvements to Woodbridge Parkway, outlining the scope and timeline of a roadway project that is nearing the bidding phase. The update was shared during a come-and-go public meeting held Dec. 11 at...

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Council OKs expansion of emergency charges

Council OKs expansion of emergency charges

The Sachse City Council on Monday voted to expand the services from which the city can collect revenue for emergency responses. The council received a lengthy presentation from Assistant Fire Chief Adam Kroviak, who said the city can develop a “new revenue stream” by...

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Recycle art winners honored at council meeting

Recycle art winners honored at council meeting

Mayor Jeff Bickerstaff presented proclamations and certificates to the young Cox Elementary School artists, during the Monday, Nov. 17, City Council meeting. He was joined in presenting the awards by Angela Clark, assistant principal at Cox Elementary. Sachse...

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City urges residents to join STEAR registry

City urges residents to join STEAR registry

Kyle Potraza is responsible for ensuring Sachse residents receive the best possible protection in an emergency. As the city’s emergency management analyst, his job is to identify residents who may need extra help during disasters and encourage them to register with...

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Council adds $7M to long-running Merritt Road project

Council adds $7M to long-running Merritt Road project

Sachse City Council, addressing rising costs of a long-running street improvement project, on Monday approved a budget amendment that projects a $7 million increase in the project. At issue is work known as the Merritt Road Project, which is being done in conjunction...

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Council approves new donation bin ordinance

Council approves new donation bin ordinance

Sachse now has a municipal ordinance governing the placement, number, upkeep and penalties associated with non-compliance of the rules related to donation bins. The City Council approved a staff recommendation calling for an ordinance at its Oct. 6 meeting. The vote...

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City Council OKs budget, tax rate

City Council OKs budget, tax rate

In a series of recorded votes requiring each member to state their vote publicly, Sachse City Council has approved the city’s budget for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1. Council cast the votes at its Monday, Sept. 15 regular meeting, approving all items unanimously...

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