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Sugar Land Adopts FY24 Budget, Capital Improvement Program and Tax Rate

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council adopted a $353 million budget for fiscal year 2024 and a tax rate of 35 cents after a series of workshops and public hearings.  The fiscal year begins Oct. 1. 

The adopted budget includes $291 mill...

George Foundation Land Donation to Enhance Brazos River Park

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved a donation of more than 125 acres of land from the George Foundation to expand Brazos River Park.

The undeveloped land is valued at $310,000 and is located between the Brazos River, the Brazos Land...

“Fall in Love” Adoption Set for Oct. 15 at Constellation Field

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land plans to host a multi-agency adoption event on Sunday, Oct. 15, at Constellation Field, 1 Stadium Drive, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Admission and parking are free and shelter adoption fees will be waived durin...

Sugar Land's Fall Fest Promises Day of Family Fun to Kick Off Autumn Season

Sugar Land, TX – Get ready to embrace the spirit of fall as Sugar Land presents Fall Fest on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Sugar Land Town Square plaza near U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 6.  

This year's...

City Council Approves Recommended Redistricting Plan

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved the citizen-led Redistricting Advisory Committee’s unanimous recommendation for revised single-member City Council districts in Sugar Land to comply with Federal law. 

At-large City Counci...

Technology to Allow Residents to Communicate with Local Parks

Sugar Land, TX -- Communicating with local parks may seem strange, but this is quickly becoming a reality in Sugar Land. The public will soon be able to interact with parks via text message.

Sugar Land is collaborating with Hello Lamp Post, a two-way commu...

Around The Clock at Fire Station 3 Unveiled: A Dedication to First-Responders

Sugar Land, TX -- The city of Sugar Land recently unveiled "Around The Clock," a new sculpture that pays tribute to the dedication and service of first-responders. 

The sculpture, created by artist Peter Requiam, stands as a powerful sym...

Sugar Land Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council Class Set for 2023-2024

Sugar Land, TX –Applications for the 2023-2024 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) class opened on Aug. 21 at www.sugarlandtx.gov/volunteer

The monthly meetings will be held in-person at various city facilities. Interested students should submit complete...

SLRA Runway Rehab Necessary to Ensure Strong Economy

Sugar Land, TX – City Council’s recent approval of a $1.4 million design project for the rehabilitation of Sugar Land Regional Airport’s runway is the first step in a process that will include extensive engagement with stakeholders.

The SLRA runway was bui...

Sugar Land Files Proposed FY24 Budget, Capital Improvement Program

Sugar Land, TX – City Manager Michael W. Goodrum recently submitted a proposed $353 million budget for fiscal year 2024, which begins Oct. 1. 

The proposed budget includes $288 million for operations and $65 million for capital projects. The propo...