City Of Pflugerville: Key To The City May 28, 2021

Press release from the City of Pflugerville:

05/28/2021 10:00 AM

Key to the City May 28, 2021
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City of Pflugerville City Council discussed resuming in-person city council meetings in City Council Chambers Suite 500 starting with the June 8 meeting.  Everyone is encouraged and welcome to use a mask, but they are not required. Work sessions begin at 6 p.m. and the Regular Meeting is at 7 p.m. Persons wanting to continue to watch the Council meeting virtually are encouraged to watch online at pflugervilletx.gov/pftv.

We're kicking off summer this Saturday as city pools and splash pads open for the season!

Scott Mentzer Pool will be closed for a little longer for repairs from Winter Storm Uri. Learn more about hours, entry cost and rules at pflugervilletx.gov/pools.

The Charter Review Commission concluded their service and submitted eight recommendations for changes to the City of Pflugerville’s home rule charter, the legal governing document that defines the organization, powers, function and essential procedures of our city government. This document is reviewed at least every five years, and recommendations are submitted to City Council. While the recommendations cannot be modified by City Council, they can propose additional propositions to be considered by voters in November 2021. Thank you to the Pflugerville residents who volunteered their time over the last six months to review the document. For more information on the Charter Review Commission visit Charter Review Commission.

City Council approved the first reading of a budget amendment, which included additions to the FY 21 General Fund, Utility Fund, and Capital Improvement Fund. This reflects funding sources from sales tax revenue in excess of projections, increased Utility revenue from increases in consumption, and Capital Project Propositions A, B, and C, which include transportation projects, park improvements and a recreation and senior center, that were approved by Pflugerville voters in November 2020, after the FY 21 budget was finalized. Also added to the proposed list of projects is a new City Hall. At this time, a funding source and location for a new City Hall have not been decided, and this ordinance will return for a second reading on June 8. 

The City of Pflugerville wants to hear from you for the 2021 Resident Survey. Every two years a survey is conducted to see how we're doing and measure feedback from our community. Surveys were mailed to a random sample of Pflugerville residents starting in April and more than 500 have been received. The results will be presented to City Council in June. Anyone interested in providing additional feedback may take the survey online.  Visit pflugervilletx.gov/survey to take the survey today.

The Youth Advisory Council met virtually in 2020 providing an opportunity for Pflugerville youth to learn about City government.  In addition to social activities, the committee volunteered with the Library drive thru trick or treat event, Blue Santa gift wrapping and landscaping at Heritage Park. They participated in virtual events including the 2021 MLK Youth Summit, Teens Speak Black Lives Matter Online Discussion, they participated in the Aspire 2040 Comprehensive Plan survey and participated as focus group for the plan. The group learned a lot about city government, their community and local politics.  They encouraged other youth to get involved. Thank you to the YAC for your citywide contributions over the past year. The City continues to celebrate this program which engages youth with city government.  Find out more about the Youth Advisory Council and apply to be a member for the 2021-2022 school year here.

Music in the Park returns to Pfluger Park this summer, on June 25, July 30, August 27 and September 24. Music in the Park is an outdoor concert series hosted at Pfluger Park (515 City Park Rd.) on Friday nights from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. The series host a variety of diverse acts including jazz, Tejano, blues and classic rock.  
2021 Schedule

 Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Pets are welcome and alcohol (no glass bottles) is allowed. For more information on Music in the Park, visit pflugervilletx.gov/musicinthepark. 

There's a lot of rain in the forecast and it's also Flood Awareness Week with the Texas Floodplain Management Association. Remember to stay informed about ongoing weather forecasts. Watch for water over roadways. Turn Around, Don't Drown. Follow the National Weather Service for local updates and consider signing up for text and email weather alerts at WarnCentralTexas.org. Many resources are available to help you prepare for a flood. The TFMA recommends you take pictures of valuables inside your home so you have them on hand if an emergency or flood were to occur. Store important paperwork and documents in a waterproof container. Create digital versions of files and save to a portable hard drive. Consider flood insurance so you are protected against a flood. Be prepared.  

The library’s Summer Reading competition is back! Join in a friendly competition to see which team can rack up the most reading hours this summer. This year, the competition is virtual and you can choose to compete on the same team as your family or go solo.  

Join the Adult Summer Reading Challenge! Read books in at least eight categories to get a library tote bag with a branded tumbler, a $5 gift card to a local business, a book, and other goodies. Four winners will be randomly selected to win a $25 gift card to Out of Print. The challenge starts on June 5 and entries will be accepted through July 31. (18 and up)  

Visit pflugervilletx.gov/SummerReading for details. And join us for the Summer Reading kickoff with Maker Pfest, featuring take-home activities for all ages this year.  

Whether during Memorial Day weekend or the high heat of summer, grilling is a popular way to celebrate the season in Central Texas. Before you light it up, Travis County ESD #2 wants to be sure you know how to keep your family and guests safe around a grill.

Follow these basics for all gas, charcoal and wood-burning grills:

This press release was produced by the City of Pflugerville. The views expressed here are the author’s own.