TEAM TEMPLE
Needafreshheadshot?Employeeheadshot sessionsoccurbimonthlyintheTemplePublic LibraryBoardRoomonthe3rdfloor.Seeupcoming datesandtimesandsignupforaslotonthebrand boxorbyclickingthebuttonbelow. OUR NEXT SESSION: Thursday,August20,2026•9:30-10:30am TemplePublicLibrary BoardRoom,3rdFloor 100W.AdamsAve.
LEGACY RUN
COMMUNITY CONNECT
DigIt!FamilyDay Railroad&HeritageMuseum•10AM
TRACKSIDE CINEMA: THESECRETLIFE OFPETS
Everwonderwhatyourpets dowhenyouleave?
TracksideCinemawrapsup thesummerwithagoodone
JoinusThursday,August6at theSantaFePlazain DowntownTempleforafree screeningofTheSecretLife ofPets thefinaleofour summerseries.
Bringyourlawnchairs, blankets,andyourwhole crewforonelastnightout underthestars Foodtrucks on-site,funfrom6PM,movie atdusk.
It'sbeenagreatsummer, DowntownTemple.Let's finishitright
Saturday |August1
FirstFriday DowntownTemple•5PM
CommunityTalks-Homelessness 1516WAveH•5:30PM-6:30PM
Friday|August7
Friday|August7
KiddoCards-TexellCreditUnion 7083MembersParkway•9AM-12PM
Saturday|August8
RunforCharlie CrossroadsPark•8-10AM
AdaptiveShowcase WilsonParkRecreationCenter•12-2
Saturday|August15
Saturday|August15
BACKPACK BUDDIES
HELPING LOCAL STUDENTS START THE SCHOOL YEAR WITH CONFIDENCE
DELIVERIES TO STUDENTS: Mid-August
WE RE ACCEPTING SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS!
Temple Fire & Rescue is proud to support the annual Backpack Buddies program, helping students in Temple and Belton start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed.
BUC-EE‘S VISITOR KIOSK DISCOVER TEMPLE DEBUTS
Discover local attractions and museums
New interactive experience encourages travelers to explore and stay longer in Temple
Explore restaurants, breweries, and shopping destinations
Discover Temple has launched a new interactive visitor kiosk inside Buc-ee’s in Temple, creating a unique opportunity to connect millions of travelers with local attractions, restaurants, events, shopping, and overnight accommodations
THE INTERACTIVE KIOSK ALLOWS VISITORS TO:
According to Placerai data, Temple’s Buc-ee’s welcomed approximately 7.5 million visitors over the past 12 months, with visitors spending an average of 21 minutes at the location This hightraffic destination as an ideal location to engage travelers
Unlike traditional tourism marketing efforts that focus on attracting visitors before they arrive, the Bucee’s kiosk captures travelers who are already in Temple and encourages them to extend their stay and explore the community
Visitors can access the kiosk at Buc-ee’s in Temple, or learn more about local attractions and experiences at DiscoverTemple.com
BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE
DownloadtheApporvisitdoctorondemand.com/health-
Beginning July 28, the People Operations Department will officially relocate to the City Annex.
A TEMPLE GUIDE
WEST AVENUE G AND WEST AVENUE H TEMPORARY CLOSURES
AspartoftheCityofTemple'sJonesPark Project,temporaryroadclosureswillbein placetoallowforutilityimprovements. TemporarylaneclosuressettobeginJuly 20.
WestAvenueGwillbeclosedfrom approximatelyJuly20throughJuly31to allowcrewstoinstallastormsewercurb inlet.WestAvenueHwillbeclosedfrom approximatelyJuly20throughJuly22for theconstructionofasanitarysewer manhole.
PUBLIC BIDDING PROCESS
Let'sTalkTemple!Haveyoueverwondered howtheCityofTempleselectscontractors formajorprojects?Inthisepisode,we're takingyoubehindthescenesoftheCity's sealedbidprocurementprocess.
Learnhowprojectsmovefromsolicitationto award,therolesofPurchasing,Citystaff, andCityCouncil,andthesafeguardsin placetoensureeveryprocurementisfair, competitive,andtransparent.
TolearnmoreaboutCitybidding opportunities,procurementethics,and conductingbusinesswiththeCity,visit templetx.gov/purchasing.
A TEMPLE GUIDE
DISTRICT 1 WITH MAYOR
PRO TEM JESSICA WALKER
Let'sTalkTemple!Everwonderwhat makesyourCityCouncildistrictuniqueor whatroleyourcouncilmemberhas?
Inthisnewseries,MayorProTemJessica WalkershareswhatmakesDistrict1 special,theroleofacouncilmember, currentprioritiesforthedistrict,andhow residentscangetinvolvedinshapingtheir community.Watchthefullepisodeand discoverwhatmakesDistrict1agreat placetocallhome!
CITY OF TEMPLE HOSTS SANTA FE SUMMER MUSIC SERIES
TheCityofTempleisexcitedtowelcome gueststotheSantaFeSummerMusicSeries, alivemusicexperienceheldatSantaFe PlazaonFridaynightsinJuneandJuly.
WHAT:SantaFeSummerMusicSeries
WHEN:7:30-9:30p.m.onJune5,June26, July10andJuly24
WHERE:SantaFePlaza,locatedat301W AvenueA
If you have a need for purchasing training, please reach out to schedule a one-on-one, group, or
Wewouldliketoremindyouthattherearemorethan100activeannualcontractsavailableto supportyourpurchasingneeds.Thesecontractshelpstreamlinetheprocurementprocess, ensurecompliance,andsavevaluabletimeandresources.Pleaserememberthatannual contractsshouldbeusedforallapplicablepurchaseswhenacontractexistsforthegoodsor servicesyouneed.
Allannualcontractinformation,includingpricingtabulations,specifications,andawarded vendordetails,canbefoundbyvisiting:EmployeeInformationPortal → EmployeeResources → AnnualContracts Oraccessthepagedirectlyhere.
Weencourageyoutoreviewthesecontractsandtheirsupportingdocumentsbefore initiatingnewpurchaserequests
The City Swap Shop is an interdepartmental resource exchange designed to help City staff share unneeded items, reduce waste, and make better use of the resources we already have.
The City Swap Shop allows departments to rehome unneeded apparel, office items, furniture, and other usable resources so they can be utilized by another department instead of being auctioned or discarded. Likewise, staff can browse available items and “shop” for things their department may need, at no cost. Visit the Empl on Portal to view available item wap Shop online.
HOW IT WORKS:
SUBMIT UNNEEDED ITEMS
Departments can submit items like Citylogo apparel, furniture, shelves, and other usable goods to the Swap Shop
REVIEW AVAIL ITEMS
Items are posted for all departments to review in the Purchasing Warehouse
REQUEST AND PICK UP
If your department needs something listed, request it and arrange to pick it up. First-come, first-served
AugustSafetyTopic: Back-to-SchoolMeansSlowingDown
Asstudentsheadbacktoschoolthismonth,ourstreetsbecome muchbusierwithschoolbuses,crossingguards,bicyclists, parents,andchildrenwalkingtoandfromschool.Whetheryou're drivingaCityvehicle,commutingtowork,ortravelingthroughout theday,afewextramomentsofcautioncanmakeallthe difference.
SchoolZoneSafetyTips
Slowdown.Schoolzonespeedlimitsareinplacetoprotectchildren,whomaynot always be aware of traffic. Pay close attention to posted speed limit signs and flashingbeacons.
Stay alert. Avoid distractions such as texting, adjusting your GPS, or eating while driving.Childrencanbeunpredictableandmaycrossthestreetunexpectedly.
Watchforschoolbuses. Be prepared to stop when a school bus extends its stop arm and activates its flashing red lights. Following school bus laws helps protect studentsastheyboardandexitsafely.
Yield to pedestrians. Always stop for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and be mindfulofcrossingguardsdirectingtraffic.
Leaveearly. Back-to-school traffic often adds several minutes to your commute. Leavingalittleearliercanreducestressandhelppreventspeedingorriskydriving decisions.
ForEmployeesOperatingCityVehicles
EmployeesdrivingCityvehiclesshouldremainespeciallyvigilantinneighborhoods, schoolzones,andareasnearparksandcampuses.Maintainsafefollowing distances,minimizedistractions,andrememberthatyourepresenttheCityof Templeeverytimeyou'rebehindthewheel.
SafetyStartsWithAllofUs
Thebeginningoftheschoolyearisanopportunitytorenewourcommitmentto safedriving.Byslowingdown,stayingalert,andexercisingpatience,wecanhelp ensureeverystudent,parent,crossingguard,andfellowmotoristarrivessafelyat theirdestination.
SafetyReminder:Themostimportantstopyou'llmaketodaycouldbeforachild crossingthestreet.Slowdown.Stayalert.Savealife.
Rosieisa3-year-oldDachshund,whodoesn'tknowa stranger.Anyonearoundherwillbecomeherbestfriend.
Lovedby:LeandraKilpatrick-ExecutiveAssistantI
Sheisaserialsnuggle-erwhowilleasilyturnyourfrown upsidedown. Thisisnotnormalbehaviorforthebreed, butherparentsloveit. SheishardheadedwhichISnormal forthebreed;mostmorningsshepreferstobecarriedout totheyardandplacedeversogentlyintothegrass.
Sheisonlyonedogof4inthefamily,butyouwouldnever knowit. Shegetsherdesiredattentioninfull,daily.
EMPLOYEE PET OF THE MONTH: REGGIE
CAPTION
TEAM TEMPLE Moments
From on-the-job laughs to community fun, here’s a look at some of the moments that make working for the City of Temple so special
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Creativity on Canvas
My mother, Maria, and I attended Painting with Suzanna on June 20th at the library. Everything was prepared and we enjoyed ourselves.
-Melisa Laboy
CSI Stephenson and
Suited up for a late-nigh than sanitary. Thank you a
Getting Ready to Welcome Future City Leaders!
The team put the finishing touches on our booth before welcoming families for Bring Your Kid to Work Day From giveaways to activities, every detail was prepared to help make the day memorable for our youngest visitors
Making Waves All Summer Long
Behind every great day at the pool is a team committed to safety, service, and fun Thank you to our Aquatics Team for everything you do to make summer a success
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Getting Ready for a StarSpangled Celebration
Flags in hand and excitement in the air!
HAVE A TEAM TEMPLE MOM
The team was all smiles as they prepared for the All American 4th of July Block Party in Downtown Temple.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
ONE TEAM, ONE TEMPLE
SUBMITREQUEST
DON’T MISS OUT ON RECOGNITION
AWARDCO
ThePeopleOperationsDepartmentisexcitedtosharethat AwardCo,ourrecognitionandrewardstool,isLIVE! ��
Logintodaytostartrecognizingyourteammatesand celebratingexcellenceacrossourorganization.Getstartedand learnmoreabouthowyoucanmakeadifferencethrough recognition.
Let’smake2026ayearfullofappreciationandconnection! ��
DAYFORCETEXTING
Don’tforgettologintoDayforceandupdate yourcellphonenumbertoreceiveimportant updatesthroughtexts!
SHOUTOUTS EMPLOYEE
HEAVY LIFTING, LASTING IMPACT
BY: KELSIE AUMUA
Ahugeshout-outtoMelissa RestoandMichaelBushfor takingontheenormoustask ofclearingoutyearsof storageatSummit Recreation.Thiswasaproject thatnotmanypeoplewould bewillingtotackle,butthey steppedupwithouthesitation andfarexceededevery expectation.
Theirdedicationwasevidentfromthestart,workingearly4:30a.m. shiftsandputtinginthehardworktomovecountlesslarge,heavy items;includinghaulingequipmentupanddownstairs.Their commitment,teamwork,andpositiveattitudemadeanincredible differenceandhelpedtransformalong-overdueprojectintoa success.
Alongtheway,theyevenuncoveredsomefunpiecesofSummit's history,likethecostumeintheattachedphoto,whichgave everyoneagoodlaughandremindedusofjusthowmuchhad accumulatedovertheyears.
Onbehalfoftheleadershipteam,thankyou,MelissaandMichael, foryouroutstandingeffort,resilience,andwillingnesstotakeon oneofthetoughestjobs.Yourhardworkhasnotgoneunnoticed, andwetrulyappreciateeverythingyouhavedoneforSummit Recreation.
BEHIND EVERY GREAT EVENT...
BY: LINDSAY FRANCIS, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR | COMMUNICATIONS
Canwetakeaminutetocelebrate thisincrediblecrew?!
Whileeveryoneelseisenjoying summer,thisteamhasbeen workingbehindthescenestomake ithappen.
TheSantaFeSummerMusicSeries haswelcomedmore attendeeseachcon thecommunitytoge nightsofmusicand
“Wow,thisevent issofunandamazing” -CityofTempleResident
Theypulledoffanotherfantastic FourthofJulycelebrationthathad thecommunitymakingmemories alldaylong.
Andasifthatwasn'tenough... they'reputtingthefinishing touchesontheSantaFe CommunityMarket,whichwillbe openingsoon!
Thelonghours,weekendwork, earlymornings,latenights, countlessemails,setup,teardown, andallthelittledetailsrarelyget seen—butthey'rewhatmakethese eventslookeffortless.
Thankyouforeverythingyoudo tocreateexperiencesthatbring ourcommunitytogether.We appreciateyoumorethanyou know!
CREATING PLACES TO PLAY, EXPLORE, AND CONNECT
JulyisParksandRecreationMonth,atimetorecognizethe peoplewhohelpmakeourparks,programs,andcommunity spacesplaceswhereresidentscanstayactive,connect,and makelastingmemories.
InrecognitionofParksandRecreationMonth,theTempleCity CouncilrecognizedourParks&RecreationDepartmentforits dedicationtoservingthecommunity.ThroughoutJuly,theteam willhostavarietyofrecreationalprogramsandeventsthatgive residentsandfamiliesopportunitiestogetinvolvedandenjoy allthatTemplehastooffer.
ThankyoutoourParks&Recreationstaffforyourcontinued worktoprovidequalityprograms,maintainourparks,and createwelcomingspacesforourcommunity.
ALWAYS JUST A MESSAGE AWAY
BY: KARLA VALDEZ
Iwanttogiveashoutoutto CatherineMartinezforalways beingateamsmessageaway fromhelpingme.
Sheisalwayspatientwithme whenIhaveaquestionorneed assistancewithsomething.
Shehastrulymademytraining experienceasmoothride.
NO FLAMES, JUST GRATITUDE
BY: MJ UNDERWOOD
PoliceRecordsDepartmentStaffandFD-TheFireDepartment wascalledforaburningsmellinouroffice,thankfullynothingwas found, wewereappreciativethatFDcametotherescue.
Weaskthemtotakeapicturewithusandtheygladly participated.WeappreciateFD!!
STARS, STRIPES & TEAMWORK
BY: CHELSEA BUTLER
TheParks&RecreationEvents CrewandtheParks’ Horticulture,BallField,and MowingCrewsthatassisted witheverythingleadingupto andonthedayoftheevent. Recreationfolksforhelpingfillthoseopen volunteerspots,wegreatlyappreciatetheir supportandflexibility.
JoefromSolidWastecameoutonthe morningofthe4thandmoved2roll-offsfor usthatwedesperatelyneededmoved-and thankyouJustinBrantleyandSylvesterTaplin forhelpingusgetthattakencareof!
Streetscrewthatdroppedoffbarricadeson Saturdayafterpickingthemupfromanother event-Ernestarrangedtohavethembrought oversincewewereshortafewbarricades.
Withouttheirhelpwewouldnothavebeen abletopulloffthislevelofevent!
Truly,thankyou!!
LIGHTS, CAMERA, COMMUNITY!
BY: KELSIE AUMUA
SummitRecreationhasbeen proudtoparticipateinseveral TracksideCinemaevents throughoutthesummer, providingopportunitiesto connectwithourcommunityin afunandengagingway.
A special thank you goes to Bryanna Salas for coordinating Summit's involvementandrepresentingourteamatfourTracksideCinemaeventsso far.Bryannahastakengreatprideinorganizingeachevent,settingupour booth,andencouragingfellowstaffmemberstovolunteeralongsideher. We would also like to recognize Melanie Maxwell, Michael Busch, Cadence Avila, and Johnny Niles for volunteering their time to help make these events a success. Their enthusiasm and dedication have created memorable experiences for attendees through activities such as pull-up barchallenges,interactivegames,andourmostpopularattractiontodate, facepainting.
Theirenthusiasmanddedicationhave createdmemorableexperiencesfor attendeesthroughactivitiessuchas pull-upbarchallenges,interactive games,andourmostpopular attractiontodate,facepainting.Thank youtoeveryonewhohascontributed tomakingSummit'spresenceat TracksideCinemaapositiveand enjoyableexperienceforour community.
LEADING THE WAY: WELCOME, CHIEF PEREZ
CongratulationstoChristopherPerezonbeingsworninasFire ChiefofTempleFire&RescueonJuly6,2026!
Thismilestonemarksthebeginningofanexcitingnewchapter forTempleFire&Rescue.Leadingafiredepartmentisabout muchmorethanemergencyresponse,it’saboutservingthe community,supportingthededicatedfirefightersandstaffwho answerthecalleveryday,andhelpingshapethefutureofpublic safetyinTemple.
ChiefPerezbringsvaluableleadership,experience,andastrong commitmenttopublicservice.Weareexcitedtowelcomehimto theTemplefamilyandlookforwardtothepositiveimpacthis visionandleadershipwillhaveonthedepartment,itspersonnel, andthecommunityweproudlyserve.
PleasejoinusincongratulatingChiefPerezandwelcominghimto TempleFire&Rescue.Wewishhimcontinuedsuccessasheleads thedepartmentintothefuture!
CongratulationsChiefPerez!
LEARNING FROM THE BEST: ENGINEERING & LEGAL WORKING TOGETHER
BY: JESSICA WEBSTER
Beingnewtotheengineeringdepartmentandnewtoa wholenewposition,IhavetosaythatIhavebeenvery blessedtoworkwithsomeoutstandingandverybright individuals!
Theseguysandgalshavealwaystakentimetoshowme plansandexplainthemindetail,tomeetlandownersand addressanyquestionsorconcernstheymayhave.Their workissoimportanttothesuccessofthedevelopmentof thiswonderfulandfast-growingcity.
Also,aBIGshoutouttoJake Bandasinlegal.
Whatawonderfulexampleof professionalism,leadership, andmeticulousworkonROW projects.
STARS ON AND OFF CAMERA
BY: COMMUNICATIONS & DESTINATION SERVICES
ShoutOuttoColton&Jacob ��
BigthankstolifeguardsColtonandJacobforbeingsuch greatpartnersonourrecentreelshoot!
Theywereflexible,easygoing,andupforwhatevertheshot needed,norequesttoobigorsmall.Theirpositiveattitude madethewholeshootfun,anditreallycamethroughon camera.
Thankyoubothforgoingaboveandbeyond,youmadeour jobeasyandthefinalproductbetterforit!
OPENPOSITIONS:
CATALOGING LIBRARIAN - LIBRARY
UnderthegeneralsupervisionoftheLibrarianSupervisor,purchasesmaterials forthelibrarycollection,catalogsmaterials,andmaintainsthecollection throughinventoryandweeding.Withemphasisonteamwork,thisposition seeksinputandprovidesinformationtovariousdivisionswithinthe department,asdeterminedbythesupervisor.
IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN III - PARKS & RECREATION
IrrigationTechnicianIII,underthegeneralsupervisionoftheParksForeman, maintains,inspects,andoperatesCityirrigationsystemsandsupportsspecial events.
CUSTOMER CARE SPECIALIST
Responsibleforperformingroutineaccountsreceivabletransactionsand generalofficeduties.Performsfinancialrelatedworkandanalysisas required Providesaccurateinformationandprofessionalassistanceto customers.Research,documents,andresolvescustomeraccountissues andconcerns.Analyzescustomeraccountsandreports.
SERVICE COORDINATOR
TheServiceCoordinatorfacilitatescommunicationbetweenthepublic,utility crews,foremen,andmanagerstoensurecitizensafety,environmental protection,andcompliancewithstateandfederalregulations Thispositionis inconstantphoneandradiocontactwithutilitystafftoorderparts,secure equipment,andrequestutilitylocatesbeforeexcavationbegins.Additionally, thisroleplaysavitalpartinemergencyresponseefforts
MEETOURNEWHIRES:
WesleyDavis
EquipmentOperator
Apprentice-Streets/Drainage
ReidJenkins
HeavyDutyTruck
RockyBuoy
DirectorofFleetServices
Custodian
KashanaHollie
JessicaWebster
CesarGandara
TechnologySupportSpecialistI
CoyBrown
ExecutiveSupportCoordinator
AmberDrones ChiefPlansExaminer JessciaMcMillin
JaydenHydro
ProbationaryFirefighter
