Memorial Day City Closures, Trash Reminders

All City of Bedford offices, including City Hall, the Bedford Library, Municipal Court, and Senior Center, will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services will remain in operation at all times.

Ther...

City to Undergo Traffic Signal Upgrades Beginning May 30

Beginning Tuesday, May 30, crews will begin upgrading the City’s vehicle detection systems on every traffic signal in Bedford. The new vehicle detection system will provide the City with the following capabilities:

• Ability to program and reprogra...

Police Urge Fentanyl Overdose Awareness

Over the past several weeks, police departments in the area have experienced a rise in fentanyl-related overdoses. The unregulated manufacturing of a fentanyl pill does not allow the user to know the dosage amount of the drug they are ingesting. ...

Significant Street Construction Schedules for Several Bedford Neighborhoods

Attention Bedford residents! The City of Bedford has partnered with Andale Construction to perform street maintenance that will take significant cooperation from residents on the following streets in the coming weeks:

• Arthurs Circle
• Brestol Ct. E
• Brestol Ct....

Sponsorship, Vendor Applications Now Open for Bedford Beats and Eats Fest

If you’re looking to promote your business or organization, consider becoming a vendor, exhibitor, or sponsor for Bedford Beats and Eats Fest on Saturday, September 2 at Generations Park at Boys Ranch. This inaugural and free event will feature ...

The Bedford Center YMCA Water Park to Open May 27

Summer is quickly approaching, y’all! We’re excited to announce The Bedford Center YMCA water park will open to the public for the season on Saturday, May 27. We know you’ve got questions, so here’s the rundown on t...

Roy Savage Pool to Open for Season May 27

Summer is coming! The Roy Savage Pool (1201 Central Dr.) will open for the season on Saturday, May 27. If you’re looking to spend the next few months by the pool, here’s all you need to know:

• Open swim is daily from noon to 5 p.m. and a...

Harwood JH Student Design Chosen for Next Crosswalk Painting

We’re painting the next crosswalk in Bedford! Recently, the City challenged art students at Harwood Junior High School to create a design for the crosswalk located at Martin Drive, directly in front of the school.

HJH art teacher Ashleigh Milliga...

City Purchases Former YMCA Property

On Monday, May 8, the City of Bedford purchased the former YMCA property, located at 3524 Central Dr., with the intention of turning it into an amenity for residents.

While the Mayor and Council Members have publicly spoken about turning the facility into ...

Standard & Poor’s Bond Rating Agency Issues Improved AA+ Bond Rating for Bedford

Citing economic growth, sound financial performance and policies, as well as strong management, independent bond rating service Standard & Poor’s (S&P) recently upgraded Bedford’s General Obligation bond rating from AA to AA+. ...

Bedford Park Drop-In's Return this Summer

Park Drop-Ins are back for summer 2023 and have moved to Wednesdays! Parks and Recreation staff will be dropping in with lawn games, family activities, a toddler soft play area, balance activities, sensory friendly area, and more. 

Stop by the par...

2022 City of Bedford Annual Report Now Available

We sure checked off a lot of things on our to-do list in 2022! The City’s Annual Report is now available online. 

The report covers all the accomplishments that happened in Bedford in 2022, including public safety, infrastructure, specia...

Nominations Open for Annual Beautification Award Program

Do you know a neighbor or local business that keeps a well-maintained property and deserves to be recognized? Nominations are open for the annual Beautification Award Program, which recognizes the contribution and hard work done on residential and busines...

Josh Abbott Band, Stoney LaRue to Perform at Bedford Beats and Eats Fest

The wait is over, y’all. 

The City of Bedford is thrilled to announce Josh Abbott Band will headline the first Bedford Beats and Eats Fest at Generations Park at Boys Ranch (2801 Forest Ridge Dr.) on Saturday, September 2! Hailed as one ...

City of Bedford Unveils New Signature Event

Get ready for Labor Day weekend, Bedford! Last year, we mentioned staff was planning a new “signature event” for Bedford, and we’re excited to start sharing details about it.

During the afternoon and evening on Saturday, Septe...

Help Plan Bedford's Future

What makes a community a place you want to live? Spend time in? Visit? Over the next year, residents have the opportunity to voice their opinions and be a part of a very important process that will help shape Bedford’s future – updatin...

TRA to Upgrade Murphy Drive Pump Station

The Trinity River Authority (TRA), the City of Bedford’s water supplier, will be making improvements to its system, including upgrading the Murphy Drive Pump Station in Bedford over the next 2.5 years. The Murphy Drive Pump Station was originall...

Short-Term Rental Property Owners Required to Register with City

Properly Disposing Expired or Unused Medications

Looking for a convenient way to dispose of unused or expired medications? The Bedford Fire Department has got you covered!

Just inside the main entrance at Fire Station No. 1 (1816 Bedford Rd.), there is a box filled with takeaway envelopes to grab and fil...