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INSIDE SAGINAW CITY NEWSLETTER
C ITY OF SA G I N A W
www.SaginawTX.org
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Saginaw’s New Police Chief
In February, Assistant Chief of Police Russell Ragsdale wass
promoted to Chief of Police after the former Chief of Police,,
Lee Howell was promoted to Assistant City Manager. Chieff
Russell Ragsdale has more than 27 years in municipal law w
enforcement service, holding positions of Police Officer, r,
Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain and Assistant Chieff
of Police. He is a graduate of the Bill Blackwood Law Enforce--
ment Management Institute of Texas: Leadership Command d
College and the Command Staff Leadership Series, and is a
graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA.
Chief Ragsdale was hired into the Saginaw Police Departmentt
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in February 2009, supervising the Police Operations Division. In
2013, he transitioned to the Support Services Division, which h Chief Ragsdale Asst. Chief Badovinac
includes Criminal Investigations, Communications, Community y
Services and Professional Standards.
Prior to his time with Saginaw, Chief Ragsdale served the
Haltom City Police Department for nearly 18 years. At the time
of his leaving, he served as Lieutenant of Police Operations
(Patrol, Criminal Investigations, and Traffic) and Commander
of the SWAT team. Other areas of service in Haltom City includ-
ed Professional Standards, Community Services, Criminal
Investigations, Crime Scene Search, and Patrol.
Chief Ragsdale holds a Master Peace Officer, Instructor, and
Firearms Instructor certification from the Texas Commission on
Law Enforcement, and earned his Master of Science in
Applied Criminology from Texas A&M- Commerce in 2018.
Additional Police Department Promotions:
Lieutenant Brandon Badovinac was promoted to Assistant
Chief of Police. Sergeant Corey Burnett was promoted to Left to Right: Sgt. Matheny (Blue Mound Police), Chief Steele (Blue Mound
Police), Saginaw Chief of Police Ragsdale
Police) Ragsdale, Asst
Asst. Chief Badovinac
Badovinac, Lt
Lt. Burnett
Lieutenant.
Saginaw Garage Gabs: We’ll Meet You at Your Place
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Spring (and hopefully warmer weather) is around the corner! It is a
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perfect time to have a Garage Gab in your neigborhood.
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Garage Gabs gives you the opportunity to invite the City Manager
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Gabe Reaume and staff to meet with you and your neighbors at a
tim and place you set.
time
Thi informal setting is a great way to get an update on city
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business. Previous Garage Gabs covered topics like: 2021 Bond
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election, New Developments, and Public Safety.
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you would like to host a Garage Gab email the city at
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info@SaginawTX.org, call 817-232-4640, or checkout our website at
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SaginawTX.org
The Edition Senior Living Grand Opening Celebration
Howdy, New Neighbors!! The Edition of Saginaw hosted their Grand Opening ribbon cutting ceremony in February. The Edition of
ent senior living cottages, assisted living
Saginaw are independent g and memory care. It will also have the following amenities:
• Salon
• Private Dining Room
• Arts Room
• Activity Room
• Fitness Room
• Movie Theatre Room
• (3) Courtyards
• Chef Prepared Meals
• Private Residences
es
• Resort-quality amenities
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• Concierge-style services
• 24/7 Professional care
• And much more!
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The idea for this amazing facility was first conceptualized by our
Saginaw residents at a Citizen’s Summit in 2018. Our residents ts
felt that Saginaw had a need for Senior Living and Assisted d
Living facilities.
For more information about The Edition of Saginaw Senior
Living, please check out www.editionofsaginaw.com/.
Welcome to Saginaw!
2022 Concert Series Apply to the Citizen Police Academy
Staff is currently working with ARTSNET on the scheduling of The Saginaw Police Department is proud to announce its 16th class
our 2022 Concert Series. Our 2021 Concert Series (like all of the Citizen Police Academy (CPA). This 11-week program is
previous years) was extremely successful with the public designed to increase the understanding of the daily operations of
wanting more. Last year, we moved the concerts to the the Saginaw Police Department and explain in detail their role in our
incredibly popular Switchyard Food Truck Park and experi- community. The academy offers the student an opportunity to
enced even greater success with the addition of multiple interact with police officers in a comfortable setting.
food trucks present.
Academy Schedule
Frenchie’s Blues Destroyers will kick off our first outdoor Academy classes will be held every Tuesday night from 6:30-9:00 pm
concert of the 2022 season on Thursday, March 17 at 7pm at with 2 additional (optional) sessions. Classes include police adminis-
The Saginaw Switchyard (752 S. Knowles Dr). tration, budgeting/personnel, criminal investigations, crime scene
search, patrol, and police communications. Demonstrations will be
provided throughout the academy from members of various
specialized units such as traffic, SWAT, criminal investigations, police
communications, and bicycle patrol.
How to Apply
Citizens interested in attending class must be at least 18 years of
age, have a clear criminal history, and must work or live in the City
of Saginaw. There is no cost for participation in this program, but you
will graduate with a wealth of knowledge.
Applications may be obtained at the Police Department or
https://bit.ly/SAGTXPolice.
Questions can be directed to Roy Wederbrook at
2022 Concerts in the Park Schedule: g p
rwederbrook@saginawpolice.org g or Asst. Police Chief B. Badovinac
o March 17: Frenchie’s Blues Destroyers (Blues) at bbadovinac@saginawpolice.org or 817-230-0371
o April 21: Me & My Monkey (Beatles Tribute)
o May 19: Legacy 4 (Soul/Motown)
o June 16: Blue Clear Sky (George Strait Tribute)
o July 21 (INDOORS): To be determined
o August 18 (INDOORS): To be determined
o September 15: Zack King (Rock/Blues)
o October 20: George Dunham and the Bird Dogs (Ameri-
cana/Red Dirt Country)
o November 17 (INDOORS): To be determined
o December 15 (INDOORS): Concert Bells of Fort Worth (Hand
Bells)
For more information, check out:
https://bit.ly/SAGTXconcerts
Notes from the Economic Development Department
SALES TAX REVENUES BUSINESS DIRECTORY: Your Economic Development staff
The Saginaw Economy is Getting Stronger! Sales Tax Revenues has created a section on the City's websites
have continued to increase year after year...even during the (www.SaginawEcoDev.org and www.SaginawTx.org) listing all
COVID-19 Pandemic! Below are sales tax revenues as businesses in Saginaw. Each individual listing is by type of
reported by the Texas State Comptroller's Office: business and includes name, address, phone, map/location
o Fiscal Year 2022 (October through December 2021 ONLY) and web address. Check it out directly at
Thus far, we have received $1,873,221.61 in sales tax www.SaginawTx.org/1258/.
revenue compared to $1,596,231.52 the previous fiscal
year (a 17.35% increase = $276,990.09 difference). With NEW BUSINESSES IN SAGINAW:
fiscal Year 2020-21 being a record year for sales tax - NGC Transmission Equipment, 1008 Cook Lane
revenues in Saginaw TX, we are definitely on the right - Sar Shalom Messianic Synagogue, 716 Palomino Dr.
track (a.k.a. great news!). - The Edition of Saginaw Senior Living, 824 W. McLeroy Blvd.
o Fiscal Year 2021: Total Revenues: $7,236,582.55 - Creative Nails, 601 N. Saginaw Blvd. #120
(21.46% increase from previous year)
o Fiscal Year 2020: Total Revenues: $5,957,804.98
(6.72% increase from previous year)
BUILDING IMPROVEMENT GRANT: This Texas Economic
Development Council Award winning program (through the
o Fiscal Year 2019: Total Revenues: $5,582,848.90
Economic Development Department) provides matching
(6.73% increase from previous year)
grants to reimburse commercial property owners or business
o Fiscal Year 2018: Total Revenues: $5,257,738.16
operators for eligible enhancements made to their properties.
(3.19% increase from previous year)
o Fiscal Year 2017: Total Revenues: $5,091,389.00
Who is this program for? This visionary program is for any
(6.91% increase from previous year)
commercial business in the City of Saginaw that is looking to
enhance their existing site visually, or in ways that increase the
In non-technical language what this means is that the
viability of the property for business use. This includes uses
Saginaw economy is doing quite well. Our Saginaw residents
allowed in the zoning classifications: Community Commercial,
(and non-residents) are shopping at our local Saginaw
Neighborhood Commercial, Office Professional, Light
businesses...and that is a good thing.
Industrial, Heavy Industrial, and within Planned Developments.
o DECEMBER 2021 (Received/Reported in February 2022):
This program provides matching grants to reimburse
The sales tax revenue report from the State Comptroller’s
commercial property owners or business operators for eligible
Office just came in. In December 2021, we received the
enhancements made to their properties. The goals of this
second (2nd) largest sales tax revenue for a month in
policy are to:
Saginaw city history. Below is a comparison of Sales Tax
Revenues collected from Saginaw and some neighboring
- Enhance the commercial viability and sustainability of
communities during December 2021:
commercial properties in the City;
- Improve the physical appearance of businesses and visibly
enhance the City’s commercial corridors;
- Aid in the retention and expansion of existing businesses;
- Increase the taxable value of commercial properties in the
City;
- Enhance commercial areas through the placement of
Public Art;
- Increase the marketability and occupancy rate of
commercial buildings hindered by an outdated
appearance;
- Increase the safety of a commercial area and stimulate
more public interaction;
- Provide incentives in areas and to businesses most likely to
stimulate similar enhancements by other private entities.
There are 10 different categories of improvements that are
eligible for consideration as part of this grant program that
include: Façade Enhancements, Interior Building Renovations,
Landscaping, Lighting, Parking Areas and Driveways,
Pedestrian Amenities, Signage, Code Compliance, Demolition
and Public Art Installation.
HELP SUPPORT OUR SAGINAW BUSINESSES:
Small businesses play integral parts in the Saginaw economy. For more information about this Texas Economic Development
They are the back-bone of our great community. When you Council Award Winning Program, check out
spend money at a privately owned Saginaw store, that www.SaginawTx.org/1124 or call 817-230-0331.
money goes to pay a worker in your neighborhood, who, in
turn, is likely to spend money at another neighborhood
business. The more that small businesses leverage their
We Are Reinvesting in Saginaw Texas Businesses!
potential to support each other, the greater their capacity to
create a thriving Saginaw business community.
Saginaw March Events The Farmers Market at The
Below are some, not all events that are happening in Saginaw. For
more events and information visit our calendar at SaginawTX.org
Saginaw Switchyard
or follow us on social media. Save the Date for The Farmers Market at The Saginaw
Switchyard Spring opening!!
March 2022
1: City Council Meeting, 6pm (Saginaw City Hall) The Farmers Market at The Saginaw Switchyard will be
1: Primary Elections (not Municipal Elections, For more info visit: having our first market of the 2022 season on Saturday,
TarrantCounty.com/en/elections/) March 26, 2022, from 8am-12pm. Our vendors are eager to
5: Saginaw Seasonal Job Fair, 10am-4pm (Saginaw Rec Center; get back on Saturday mornings and provide you with all of
Visit: https://bit.ly/SAGTXJobs) their quality products!
8: Planning & Zoning Meeting, 6pm (Saginaw City Hall)
15: City Council Meeting, 6pm (Saginaw City Hall)
15-18th: Spring Break Events at the Saginaw Library, For more
info visit: https://bit.ly/SAGTXLibrary)
17: Concert in the Park presents Frenchie’s Blues Destroyers,
7pm (The Saginaw Switchyard 752 S. Knowles Dr)
21: Parks Advisory Board Meeting, 6pm (Saginaw City Hall)
21: Keep Saginaw Beautiful Committee Meeting, 6pm (Saginaw
City Hall)
26: Farmers Market Opening Day, 8am - 12pm, (The Saginaw
Switchyard)
Notes from the City of Saginaw
OPTIONS FOR PAYING YOUR SAGINAW TX WATER BILL GARBAGE/RECYCLING AND OTHER NEIGHBORLY
Pay via Phone: As of October 1, 2021, you have the option REMINDERS: In North Texas, the wind occasionally blows at
to pay your water bills via telephone. an accelerated rate. Here are a few helpful reminders:
Pay in Person: The Utility Billing Department is always • Garbage/Recycling: On your scheduled pick-up date,
available for any and all customer service needs. please be sure to secure the lids to your trash cans and
Customers can make payments by cash, check, money contain your trash/recycling as to not litter your
order, credit card or debit card (Master Card or VISA only). neighborhood with blowing trash.
Simply bring both portions of your bill with you to Customer
Service at the Saginaw City Hall, 333 West McLeroy Blvd, to • Leaves: Keep your leaves in your yard raked, picked up and
expedite processing. contained so not to have them scatter and clutter in your
neighbor’s yard and your street.
Pay Online: You may pay your monthly city utility bill Online
with either VISA or MASTERCARD debit or credit cards. JOIN THE TEAM: As Saginaw continues to meet the needs of
a growing population, we are looking for service-minded
Pay by Mail: Use the return envelope included with your bill people across all disciplines to rise to the occasion and join us!
when mailing payment and enclose the return portion of Persons interested in pursuing job opportunities can either
your statement to insure proper handling. Just mail your apply online at www.SaginawTx.org or pick up an application
payment to: City of Saginaw, P.O. Box 79070, Saginaw, packet at Saginaw City Hall, 333 West McLeroy Boulevard. For
Texas 76179. Checks should be made payable to the City more information, either call Human Resources at 817-230-0330
of Saginaw. Do not pay with cash when paying by mail. or email mmcmanus@saginawtx.org.
After Hours Drop: There is a slot for payments after hours in
the window on the east side of City Hall. Please use check
or money order (no cash). SWITCHYARD FOOD TRUCK PARK: Join us for some
yummy food morsels at the very popular Switchyard Food
Truck Park in Saginaw TX! Stay tuned to
For more information about the www.SaginawTx.org/1288/ for updates to the Food Truck
payment system and help in creating calendar and for more details about the individual trucks.
an Online profile, please contact the Check out the NEW Facebook page for the Switchyard Food
Utility Billing Customer Service via Truck Park at: www.facebook.com/SaginawSwitchyard to
email or via phone at 817-232-4640. stay up to date with changes to the schedule. Like and follow!
Our hours of operation are:
- 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Monday
through Thursday
- 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Friday
- CLOSED Saturday and Sunday
City of Saginaw, Texas www.SaginawTX.org
333 West McLeroy Blvd. 817-232-4640
Saginaw, Texas 76179 Info@SaginawTx.org
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