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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...

Stage 1 Activation Initiates Voluntary Water Conservation

Sugar Land, TX – Governor Greg Abbott’s drought disaster declaration for Fort Bend County combined with increased local water demand has caused Sugar Land to activate Stage 1 of its Drought Contingency Plan, which includes voluntary water conservation to ...

Make Way for Sugar Land’s First Ever Park(ing) Day!

Sugar Land, TX ¬– The Sugar Land Parks and Recreation Department is leading the first-ever Park(ing) Day Event in the Sugar Land Town Square Plaza, 2700 Town Center Blvd North, on Friday, Sept. 15, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

The global Park(ing) Day p...

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...

Dog, Cat Shelter Facing Possible Closure Due to Over Crowding

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land’s animal shelter has exceeded capacity, a crisis that may soon prevent the facility from accepting more pets.

Should the situation continue, the city will be forced to close the shelter for any new animals.

The shelte...

Sugar Land Unveils Extension to Mosaic Artwork on Brooks Street Bridge

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land recently unveiled a major extension to Natural Rhythm by Houston-based artist Katy Antill. 

The mosaic is located on Brooks Street between State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 90. The extension adds a total of 3...

Sugar Land Sets Fall Community Event Lineup

Sugar Land, TX - “Fall” into some of Sugar Land’s most anticipated events that are on the horizon! All of the events are festive, family friendly and are sure to be fun for the Sugar Land community.

First up is the Parks Event Series: Bikes and Brews on Th...

Serve City Government through Service on Boards and Commissions

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land is looking for volunteers interested in giving their time, energy and expertise to serve as members on the Sugar Land 4B Corporation and Independent Ethics Review Board.

The deadline for applications is Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. Applica...

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...

Joint Workshop on Mixed-Use Code Updates Set for July 19

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss recommended updates to a draft mixed-use zoning code and review community feedback.  

No action will be taken during the meeting,...

Sugar Land Continues to Invest in a Life Better than Imagined

Sugar Land, TX – Trust for Public Land’s (TPL) data-driven analysis of their “best cities” for parks is a big win for Sugar Land. 

The city of Sugar Land landed one of the top scores in Texas in a national index of local park systems in the 100 la...

Second Phase of Improvements Continues at Cullinan Park

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved a donation of $90,000 from the Cullinan Park Conservancy for improvements at Cullinan Park.   

The donation of cash and in-kind donations will help fund the second phase of improv...

Sugar Land Appoints Redistricting Committee, Solicits Public Input

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently appointed a Redistricting Advisory Committee to ensure the city’s single-member districts comply with Federal law.

The release of the 2020 U.S. Census triggered the need for a redistricting process. The U.S...

SLPD Releases Mid-Year Performance Report

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Police Department’s focus on proactive enforcement and high visibility has contributed to significant decreases of more than 50 percent in burglaries this year.

Property crimes have been a focus of SLPD&a...

Sugar Land to Celebrate Fourth of July with Annual Red, White and Boom

Sugar Land, TX ¬– The city of Sugar Land’s Red, White and Boom Celebration is scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, from 5-9 p.m. at The Crown Festival Park, 18355 Southwest Freeway. Fireworks will close out the event at approximately 9 p.m.

Attendees will be abl...

Sugar Land’s City Facebook Page Lands Meta Award

Sugar Land, TX – Meta recently selected the city of Sugar Land for its Facebook Favorite Award during the 2023 Government Social Media Conference.

Sugar Land’s social media team includes Assistant Communications and Community Engagement Director Kayla Herr...

Sugar Land Animal Shelter Considers Extending Adoption Hours

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Animal Shelter will offer extended hours to the public on June 1 and June 8 to make adoptions more convenient for working families.  During this trial period, the shelter will be open for adoptions from 10 a.m. to ...

Sugar Land’s Memorial Day Ceremony to Salute Fallen Soldiers

Sugar Land, TX -- The city of Sugar Land will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, at Sugar Land Memorial Park, 15300 University Blvd., to commemorate soldiers who died in active military service. Admission is free and open to the publ...

Sugar Land Animal Services Partners with Petco Love to Help Pets

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land Animal Services will use a $10,000 grant from Petco Love to help care for and save the city’s pet population.

The partnership with Petco Love provides funding to purchase supplies necessary to care for pets housed at the city’s ...

New SLPD Team Tasked with Focus on Mental Health

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Police Department recently launched an innovative, community-based approach to improve outcomes for mental health encounters.

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the lack of mental health crisis serv...

Dog Shelter Facing Possible Closure Due to Over Crowding

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land’s dog shelter has exceeded capacity, a crisis that may soon prevent the facility from accepting more pets.

Should the situation continue, the city will be forced to close the shelter for any new animals.

The shelter i...

Sugar Land Animal Shelter Partially Reopens

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Animal Shelter will reopen Barksburg today. Whiskerville remains closed.

Cat adoptions will continue at First Colony PetSmart on Tuesdays and Thursday-Saturday from 3-5 p.m. 

The shelter was closed on April...

Sugar Land Regional Airport Installs Apiary

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Regional Airport recently installed bee hives on its undeveloped property as part of an effort to make a positive impact on the community and environment.  

Bee encounters at the airport have become more c...

Sugar Land Animal Shelter Closed Due to Dog Disease

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Animal Shelter expects to be closed for the next four to six weeks due to a recent intake of a dog that tested positive for distemper, a highly contagious disease. 

The shelter’s veterinarian has recommended the clo...

Sugar Land Partners with County to Better Meet Needs of Pet Population

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved an agreement with Fort Bend County to provide surgical veterinary care to homeless and abandoned animals. 

The partnership is intended to leverage and coordinate regional resources, utiliz...

Sugar Land Recognizes Volunteers of the Year

SUGAR LAND - Seven participants in the city’s Serve Sugar Land program have been named 2022 Volunteers of the Year. 

Each year, city departments select a volunteer who fosters an atmosphere of community, goes above and beyond and enhances the deli...

Sugar Land to Celebrate Largest Playground and Pavilion at Brazos River Park

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land will hold a grand-opening celebration for the third phase of Brazos River Park, 18427 Southwest Freeway, on April 11 at 4:30 p.m. 

The event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony and brief comments from cit...

Sugar Land Pumping out New Recreation Opportunities

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land will open a new pump track at The Crown Festival Park, 18355 Southwest Freeway, on Saturday, March 25, at 9 a.m.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony at the site will include short speeches and demos by experienced bikers. The ...

Sugar Land Approves Plans for Internet Infrastructure Among Fastest in Nation

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved an agreement for a citywide fiberoptic network that will enable Internet speeds that are among the fastest in the nation.

SiFi Networks will fund, build and operate Sugar Land FiberCity&a...

Sugar Land Celebrates Spring at the International Art & Kite Festival

Sugar Land, TX – Step into springtime, and enjoy an entertaining day of fun activities and excitement at Sugar Land’s International Art and Kite Festival as the city celebrates with a full-slate of outdoor adventures for families to enjoy on Saturday, Mar...

SLPD Searching for Convenience Store Gunman

Surveillance video at www.sugarlandtx.gov/Robbery230889

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land detectives are looking for a gunman who attempted to steal money from a clerk at WB Food Mart, 1303 block of West Bellfort Blvd., on Sunday Just after noon.

The ma...

Sugar Land’s New Budget Game Puts Citizens in Driver’s Seat of City’s Budget

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land launched a new digital budget simulator to give residents a chance to tell the city how they would organize Sugar Land’s budget based on priorities they value most.  

Sugar Land is a leader in financial management, prov...

New Program Incentivizes Residents to Enhance Single-Family Homes

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved Great Homes, a new residential reinvestment initiative that empowers Sugar Land homeowners to invest in their community by preserving, protecting and enhancing their neighborhoods.

Great Homes incl...

Chess Fest to bring chess, fun and more to Sugar Land Town Square

Sugar Land, TX – The city of Sugar Land is partnering with Chess Refinery to host Chess Fest on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Sugar Land Town Square plaza, located near U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 6. 

“We’re calling on al...

City of Sugar Land Announces 2023 Community Events

Sugar Land, TX - The Sugar Land Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce a 2023 lineup for the entire community to enjoy. 

The events are designed to specifically enhance quality of life, bring the community together, create a positi...

AMI Project to Save Money, Improve Efficiency, Enhance Real-Time Data Access

Sugar Land, TX – Sugar Land City Council recently approved a $9.4 million contract with Aclara Technologies, LLC to implement advanced metering infrastructure, also known as AMI, in Sugar Land.

The network is an integrated system of customer wate...

Murder Suspect Located in Louisiana

Sugar Land, TX – The Western District of Louisiana Violent Offenders Task Force arrested Charvas Thompson, 26, of Houston, yesterday for the murder of Wendy Duan, 28, of Sugar Land.

Sugar Land police responded to a shooting Saturday at 9:50 p.m. in the 110...

Obstruction Removal Project Set to Begin Near Airport Runway

Sugar Land, TX – The Sugar Land Regional Airport will soon comply with a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirement to remove trees that present a hazard for aircraft approaching and/or departing north of the runway. 

An aviation engineerin...