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Posted on: September 30, 2023

City, FBI Partner for 'Protecting our Communities Together' Traffic Signal Box Contest

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Earlier this year, the City partnered with the Dallas division of the FBI for submissions to cover a special traffic signal box in Bedford representing the theme “Protecting our Communities Together.” This theme was chosen to celebrate...

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Posted on: October 1, 2023

Upcoming October Events in Bedford

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Spoooky season has arrived and we’re ready for an October filled with events around Bedford! If you’re looking for a few things to do this month, we’ve got something for everyone:

  • National Night Out (October 3 from 5 to 9 p.m....
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Posted on: September 29, 2023

Chalk It Up! Chalk Art Contest Registration Now Open

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Harris Ryals Park is getting a chalk art makeover! Join us on Saturday, November 4 from noon to 3 p.m. for the City’s annual Chalk It Up! Chalk Art Contest.

Beginning at noon, participants will be assigned a concrete square to create their master...

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Posted on: September 27, 2023

Place 2 Council Member Dan Cogan Appointed Mayor

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During the September 26 Council Meeting, the City Council voted to appoint current Mayor Pro Tem and Place 2 Council Member Dan Cogan to fill the vacancy of Mayor until the next regular election in May. Cogan has served on the City Council since 2018 and ...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

NTE Overnight Frontage Road Closures

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There will be some upcoming overnight closures as North Tarrant Express crews continue to complete roadwork along portions of the westbound SH 183 frontage road. The closures will take place at the following locations, dates, and times:

  • Friday, September 2...
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Posted on: September 27, 2023

City Moves Forward with Major Projects

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During the September 26 Council meeting, Council members approved a measure signifying the first step toward an updated Animal Shelter. City staff will now work with an architecture and design firm to design the renovation and expansion of the shelter wit...

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Posted on: September 24, 2023

Paper Shred Day Returns October 21

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Have some old documents you are ready to get rid of? Dispose of them at the Bedford Beautification Advisory Board’s annual Paper Shred Day and E-Waste event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 21 at the Meadow Park Athletic Complex, 3200 Me...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Communications Division Takes Home 5 National Awards for Communication Efforts

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The Bedford Communications Division was recently recognized with five national trophies at the City-County Communications and Marketing Association (3CMA) awards luncheon. The team was honored for the following projects:  

  • First Place (Savvy Award...
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Posted on: September 17, 2023

Bedford Fire Open House Returns October 14

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We are fired up for the return of the Bedford Fire Department's annual Open House on Saturday, October 14! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Fire Station (1816 Bedford Rd.), you'll get to meet your Bedford firefighters, tour an ambulance...

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Posted on: August 6, 2023

Bedford Fall Sweep Returns November 4

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Join Keep Bedford Beautiful for the return of the Fall Sweep from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, November 4. Volunteers of ALL ages are invited to help pick-up litter and debris from City streets and parks. Check-in for individuals and groups begins at 9 a.m...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

Applications Now Open for Senior Advisory Board

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Interested in serving your community? The City of Bedford is accepting applications for seats on the new Senior Advisory Board. This board will act as the liaison for Bedford seniors, advise the City Council and staff on ways to enrich and enhance the hea...

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Posted on: September 14, 2023

Renter’s Rights and When to Contact the City

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Do you rent an apartment or home in Bedford? You have the right to live in a safe and secure home! The City’s Neighborhood Services (Code Enforcement) Division can assist residents leasing apartments or homes with situations affecting one&rs...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

Council Approves 2023-2024 Tax Rate, Budget

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During the September 12 City Council meeting, the Mayor and Council members unanimously approved a tax rate of 0.495726 per $100 assessed valuation for the upcoming 2023-2024 Fiscal Year. This is the same approved rate as the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year. In Sep...

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Posted on: September 12, 2023

Utility Billing Payment Update

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The City has started charging water customers a $2 convenience/transaction fee for payments via credit card. While the City still absorbs most of the costs of accepting credit card payments, the convenience/transaction fee will help offset the City&rs...

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Posted on: August 18, 2023

Pipeline Road Construction Update

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On August 17, crews began work on Phase 1 of a major project to replace waterlines and sewer pipes along Pipeline Road, between Cardinal Circle and Lee Drive. This phase of construction will affect the westbound lanes, causing east/westbound traf...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Help Plan Bedford's Future

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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...

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