The Sachse City Council is inching toward revamping its pay and benefits schedule for city employees. During its regular meeting June 16, council members received a detailed report from Sarah Towne, a representative of consulting firm Baker Tilly. Towne outlined...
In an industry regarded as high turnover, one school district is trying to combat its turnover rate and staffing shortage at the same time. Throughout January, Garland ISD had a shortage of drivers fueled by the local spike in COVID-19 cases, which created delays in...
Winter storm Uri was on the minds of many Texans as last week’s storm impacted North Texas, and while there were reports of power outages and felled trees, the winter weather did not pummel the state as it did a year ago. As the temperatures dropped, all indications...
Sachse councilmembers got a clearer idea of the potential composition of a Charter Review Commission. During the Monday, Feb. 7 combined council meeting, Assistant City Manager Lauren Rose briefed council on the research staff and City Attorney Joe Gorfida did. Rose...
Sachse residents who wish to receive a COVID-19 booster shot will have a local opportunity in mid-February. The city announced Tuesday, Feb. 8 it would be hosting a booster shot vaccination clinic Friday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. in conjunction with the Garland...
As school districts jockey with one another to attract in-demand substitute teachers, they continue to increase the pay and incentives to ensure their schools are fully staffed. The Garland ISD Board of Trustees considered a $50 pay increase per day to incentivize...
Finding more entertainment options was atop the several Sachse Economic Development Corporation directors’ agendas. Following discussions during the joint workshop meeting with council earlier that evening, board members debated different entertainment ideas they hope...
To review or not review; this is the question the Sachse City Council finds itself contemplating because its last charter review took place in 2013. Several councilmembers expressed their support for forming a charter review commission, citing that nearby cities...
Although COVID-19 delayed the true 100th anniversary of Northplace Church, it will take the chance to celebrate its rich history in its 101st year of existence. The church, located at 2800 Pleasant Valley Road, will celebrate its heritage during the first three...
