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TABLEOFCONTENTS
QUARTERLY MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER
ANNIVERSARIES & SERVICE AWARDS
DEPARTMENT RECOGNITIONS
BECOMING A BUFFALO
JULY BIRTHDAYS
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
POLICY HIGHLIGHT & LENDING LIBRARY
GALLUP
WEBINARS & SURVEY
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
Team Cibolo,
As we move into the third quarter of 2026, I am filled with immense gratitude and pride for the dedication this team displays every day. Summer in Cibolo brings its own unique pace, but it also highlights the incredible resilience and work ethic of our staff across all departments.
Connecting with you is always a priority for me, and I recently wrapped up my annual departmental visits. I want to personally thank everyone for taking the time to sit down, share your stories, and talk through how we can continue to support one another. These visits are truly one of my favorite things to do each year. I am always deeply impressed by the quality of your questions and the genuine engagement from employees who want to stay informed and connected with the happenings of our organization. Your insights from the front lines of service delivery are invaluable.
While we connect internally, our planning for the city's future continues to move forward. Our Fiscal Year 2027 budget season is well underway, and departments have already successfully submitted their base budgets to Finance Director Anna Miranda. We conducted our initial budget workshop on Monday, June 16th. Our success as a city relies on a shared commitment to transparency and alignment. Any employees who wish to attend the upcoming workshops in person are more than welcome to do so. The budget is fundamentally about our commitment to provide exceptional service and is the tool that allows us to invest in our greatest asset our people
Our commitment to service has been especially vital over the past two months, which brought an extraordinary amount of rain to our area. I want to extend a special thank you to our public safety personnel and all staff members who acted om a support role for their exceptional efforts during our recent flood events. Your swift actions and dedication kept our community and our students safe during some very challenging conditions. You exemplify what it means to serve with professionalism and respect.
That dedication to our community is also evident in how we celebrate Cibolo. Our "Cibolo Summer Nights" program is officially underway. This busy summer season is a reminder of the collaborative effort required to keep our signature community traditions alive, with a focus on preparation for Cibolofest.
This summer marks a truly historic milestone as we prepare to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our Nation this July 4th. Reaching a quarter-millennium milestone as a country is a special moment. This year marks Cibolo’s 60th birthday as you already know. We are proud to honor it by celebrating our own history and local heritage. Thanks to the hard work and excellent collaboration of our Parks and Historical Committees, our new downtown mural is complete. This beautiful project adds vibrant new energy to our historic district. If you haven’t had a chance to see it yet, I encourage you to stop by Old Town, check out this great beautification project, and snap a photo
Thank you for your continued dedication, your excellent questions, and your commitment to serving Cibolo with excellence. Our progress is never the work of a single individual, but a team united by a shared purpose.
Please stay safe and stay hydrated during these hot summer months!
Anniversaries
JULY
LEIGHANNROGERS-14YEARS
MAURICECOOPER-12YEARS
KAYLACASTILLO-11YEARS
JONATHANGARZA-9YEARS
RAMONGOMEZ-7YEARS
RYANNOUSSAIRI-7YEARS
GERARDOPUENTES-7YEARS
BRANDONLOSOYA-6YEARS
DIANAGUZMAN-6YEARS
WAYNEREED-5YEARS
BRYCEGEORGE-5YEARS
JACOBO PADILLA- 4 YEARS MARIA NEWELL- 4 YEARS
THOMAS HOLLICK- 4 YEARS
JESSICA DONOHO- 3 YEARS
JANETTE WILSON- 3 YEARS
BRIAN POE- 2 YEARS
DEPARTMENT RECOGNITIONS
THIS YEAR, PPD WILL BE CELEBRATING ONE DEPARTMENT EACH MONTH. IN JUNE, WE RECOGNIZED FINANCE AND UTILITY BILLING FOR ALL OF THEIR HARD WORK. THANK YOU!
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE PROFESSIONALS MONTH
IN JUNE, WE RECOGNIZE CODY AND SEAN FOR THEIR EXPERTISE THAT KEEPS ALL CIBOLO CITY VEHICLES RUNNING SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. THANK YOU!
BECOMING A BUFFALO
HUNTER JUBELA: PUBLIC WORKS UTILITIES
WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS 3
JACOB STEINHAUER: PUBLIC WORKS DRAINAGE
CDL
YVETTE PACHECO: FIRE DEPARTMENT
SGT. NICK RUSSO: POLICE DEPARTMENT
GRADUATED FROM THE 28TH TEXAS SERGEANT ACADEMY HOSTED BY THE INSTITUTE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT/HOMELAND SECURITY
BECOMING A BUFFALO
FAO BEN VELEZ: FIRE DEPARTMENT
TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE
PROTECTION MASTER STRUCTURE
FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION
CAITLIN COLLINS: PPD
ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES CERTIFICATION
MELISSA ORTIZ
JONATHAN GARZA
NATALIE DAHLSTEIN
MONIQUE MORA THOMAS MEEKER MARY
EDDIE GONZALES
TYLER PEARSON
JENNIFER PINEDA 31
STEPHEN HOOVER
SHANNON HALL
THELMA GONZALES
KALYANDJIAN
JORGE CASIAS
MARIAN ARNOLD
ARMANDO CADENA
health&wellness
July is UV Safety Month
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Most cases of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. The sun’s rays can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes. While there are several steps you can take to limit your exposure to the sun, proper sunscreen selection and application are critical.
Remember that not all sunscreens are created equal, so it’s about finding the one you need for the specific weather and activity.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) analyzed more than 2,200 sunscreens available for purchase in 2025. The EWG report revealed that just one-fourth o sunscreens on store shelves provide safe and effective protection.
Sunscreen labels must follow specific guidelines, so here’s what they exactly mean:
Broad-spectrum protection works against UVA (skin cancer and premature aging) and UVB (sunburn rays).
SPF is the level of protection against UVB rays. Experts recommend using sunscreen with an SPF value of at least 30. Water-resistant sunscreen needs to be reapplied, depending on the brand, after 40 or 80 minutes of swimming or excessive swimming.
Sunscreens maintain their full strength for three years but always check the expiration date.
Did you know that your FSA or HSA card can be used to purchase select suncare items? Shop FSA/HSA eligible sun protection at the links below:
FSA Store: https://fsastore.com/personal-care/suncare
HSA Store: https://hsastore.com/personal-care/suncare
PolicyHighlight
Leave Without Pay (LWOP) Form
Beginning July 1, a new Leave Without Pay (LWOP) Request Form will be available for employees who wish to request LWOP. Employees are encouraged to complete the form, preferably before using LWOP, to help ensure accurate payroll processing and leave documentation. The form provides a consistent process for requesting and City Manager approval for Leave Without Pay. If you have any questions about when or how to use the form, please email hrservices@cibolotx.gov for assistance.
LendingLibrarybookhighlight
New to the City’s Lending Library! Feeling stretched thin, mentally exhausted, or running on empty? Win the Battle Against Burnout is a powerful and encouraging read to navigate the demands of public service Chad Wright shares practical tools for recognizing burnout, building resilience, and rediscovering the energy and purpose behind our work, including workbook-style sections at the end of each chapter for readers to analyze their own workload for potential burnout For City employees who give so much to serve others, this book is a reminder that taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of the community Whether you’re looking for renewed motivation, healthier work habits, or simply a fresh perspective, this is a must-read! Stop by the Lending Library and check it out today!
The Lending Library is available for Team Cibolo!
Located at the City Hall Annex (in the PPD hallway)
Stop by, check out a book, and continue your journey of growth and learning, just be sure to return your book within three weeks of the checkout date!
This Gallup question measures whether employees receive regular feedback and meaningful conversations about their growth and progress at work. It reflects communication, support, and ongoing development between employees and managers. When people receive constructive feedback and guidance, they feel more engaged, valued, and confident in their growth.
Quick Connect Conversation
A Quick Connect is a one- to 10-minute conversation to stay connected with employees and their short-term work.
Questions to Ask
How do you feel about what you are working on?
What are you proud of that you’ve been working on?
Do you think that the two of us get an opportunity to talk enough?
How often should we get together to talk about your progress?
Sharpen Your Approach
Listen for what your employees need from you Consider whether you can meet with them as often as they want. If you cannot meet with them often enough, think about how you could work with each person to determine a realistic schedule.
��Progress Check-In Challenge: Have one conversation this week focused on progress, growth, or goals, not just daily tasks.
Team Check-In Conversation
A team Check-In is a 10- to 30-minute conversation to discuss team successes and current needs while still keeping a focus on the team’s future work
Questions to Ask
What were our team’s greatest accomplishments this past year?
How do you think we are doing as a team? In which areas do we excel? In which areas do we need some help?
What topics should our team address at our midyear review?
How often should we get together as a group to talk about progress?
Check out this video from Gallup for
Sharpen Your Approach
Listen for ways the team can work together to create a great workplace culture that is supportive, collaborative and helps each team member receive, process and implement new ideas
https://www.gallup.com/workplace/356045/q12-question-summary.aspx
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