Dallas County Commissioner J.J. Koch Visits Sachse

Last week, Dallas County Commissioner J.J. Koch met with Mayor Mike Felix and City Manager Gina Nash. The purpose of his visit was to tour the Michael J. Felix Community Center, tour the Sachse Road construction project, and look at the forthcoming Merritt Road overlay project. The Merritt Road overlay project was made possible through a 50/50 cost-share with Dallas County. The project is expected to start in the next three weeks and should be completed in April.

COVID-19 Response

The City of Sachse announced several changes in its operations due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. In an effort to help flatten the curve and limit the spread of the virus, the City closed City Hall and the lobby of the Public Safety building to the public until April 3. City staff are still available to assist residents by appointment, phone, or email. The City of Sachse prepared a comprehensive COVID-19 page on its website that contains daily updates. To view, visit www.cityofsachse.com/COVID19. For additional information about the virus, visit cdc.gov/covid19.

Right Time, Right Now!
Submit Your Application for
Sachse Scholarship

Applications are available for the Sachse Scholarship! The deadline sneaks up quicker than you imagine. Students must submit their application by
Tuesday, March 31, 2020 by mail or in-person to:
Melinda Bartram
City Manager's Office
Sachse City Hall
3815-B Sachse Road
Sachse TX 75048.

The $1,000 Sachse Scholarship is a partnership with CWD. Applications are reviewed in April, then a recipient is selected at the first city council workshop in May. Requirements include: student must live in Sachse and be a senior in public high school (Garland ISD or Wylie ISD), private school or homeschool. Get your application and sample scoring sheet on our website.

We All Count at Census Time

Choose the best way for your family to complete the 2020 U.S. Census. Keep it simple by completing your questionnaire online (at 2020census.gov) or by phone beginning March 22.

City Council Meeting

The Sachse City Council held a special City Council meeting on Thursday, March 19. The purpose of the meeting was to ratify the local disaster declarations from Dallas County and to discuss the operational changes due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. To view the meeting agenda or watch the meeting visit: cityofsachse.com/CityCouncilMeetings.

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