While the 2019 Citizen Survey makes it apparent that College Station stacks up well with other Texas cities, we also recognize we have many areas that need improvement — and that’s even more valuable to us than the positive ratings. Continue reading Citizen survey provides valuable insight to city leaders
When Christmas shopping, you normally find yourself among enormous crowds at retail shops, malls, and grocery stores. These sizable gatherings also provide a perfect cover for those who are a little short on Christmas spirit — thieves. If you shop online, you are equally susceptible to being targeted. Don’t let the bad guys spoil your holiday season. By following these 10 simple tips, you reduce your chances of becoming a victim. Continue reading Holiday Safety: Be careful when shopping — even online
By Colin Killian, Public Communications Manager
It’s no secret that College Station is one of the country’s fastest growing small cities. Our population has increased about 36 percent in the last decade.
Over 103,000 people now call College Station home — and more are on the way. Conservative estimates say we could add another 40,000 residents in the next 10 years, with the student populations at Texas A&M and Blinn College continuing to expand.
With that rapid growth comes a demand for adequate infrastructure and core services related to public safety and parks.
City staff has spent months studying the city’s immediate and long-range needs while consulting with residents and other stakeholder groups. The result is what we consider a responsible FY2016 budget that will help us keep pace with our growth and meet the increased demand for city services we expect in the coming years.
Continue reading “Proposed FY16 Budget presented to city council”
By Lt. Chuck Fleeger, CSPD Public Information Officer
Local law enforcement agencies, emergency medical service providers and local medical facilities have seen an influx of patients this week suffering from drug-related overdoses. This has resulted in the hospitalization of several individuals and may be related to at least one death.
Since Wednesday evening, about two dozen local cases have been reported that we believe involve the ingestion of illegal synthetic cannabinoids. These substances are commonly referred to as K2, Spice, Kush, synthetic marijuana and other terms. The exact compound being ingested can vary widely in potency and actual chemical makeup.
Continue reading “Spike in drug-related overdoses leads to advisory”
With freezing weather hitting town later today, we wanted to remind you of some of the problems freezing weather typically causes in our area. Previous cold spells we’ve had this winter caused significant damage to irrigation systems and exposed pipes, as well as power outages. In addition, runoff from sprinkler systems that hadn’t been turned off caused black ice in some areas and created hazardous driving conditions.
Continue reading “Handy tips for successfully navigating freezing weather”
With as many as 40,000 new residents expected in the next two decades, College Station has a clear need to provide reliable fire and Emergency Medical Services protection to our growing community, and fulfilling that mission requires proactive planning and action. When it opens in late 2012, Fire Station No. 6 will provide responsible service and have a positive impact on citizens in north College Station for the next 50 years and beyond.
Continue reading “An Inside Look at CSFD’s Fire Station No. 6”
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