NRH Vision, Mission & Goals Updated

At a work session earlier this month, the City Council updated the City’s vision and mission statements and developed new goals that will guide decision-making at all levels of City government. The goal-setting process is done every two years to build Council consensus and provide a clear direction for the future. The City Manager and staff will use the City Council’s vision, mission and goals to set priorities, direct work activities, and allocate staffing and resources in the coming months and years. The work session, which was held over two days, is available for the community to watch online. The City's new vision, mission and goals are:

Vision 

To be the standard for transparent, resident-focused, fiscally responsible, business-welcoming municipal government in Texas.

Mission

To promote an exceptional quality of life for our community by being resident-focused, fiscally responsible, and business-friendly.

Goals

• Drive operational excellence into every area.
• Become easier to do business with.
• Steward the public’s money well.
• Be a great place to work.
• Revitalize neighborhoods and commercial corridors.
• Engage residents to enhance connection with the city and their neighbors.
• Improve safety, security, and infrastructure every day.

Main Street Work Begins Next Week

Motorists should slow down and watch for workers on Main Street between Smithfield Road and Amundson Drive, starting next week. Contractors for Atmos will begin work to relocate a gas line on the south side of the roadway. Main Street is expected to remain open to traffic in both directions during their work. After Atmos’ project is completed this fall, the City will reconstruct Main Street, between Amundson Drive and Amundson Road. Text Main to 888777 to receive project updates. 

During their July 22 meeting, the City Council awarded a contract to XIT Paving and Construction Inc. for the reconstruction of Main Street between Amundson Drive and Amundson Road. The existing roadway will be replaced with reinforced concrete pavement and sidewalks will be added where currently missing. Underground utility and drainage improvements will also be made. A portion of Main Street will be closed during the street reconstruction project, which will allow the contractor to work more efficiently and finish in 8 months, instead of 12. During the closure, traffic will be detoured via Amundson Drive and Amundson Road.

The upcoming improvements to Main Street are part of the Street Bond Program that was approved by voters to reconstruct 27 streets. Learn more at www.nrhtx.com/2020bond. The City is also planning to reconstruct Main Street between Smithfield and Davis. That project is currently in the engineering design phase. 

Join Us for the NRH Budget Roadshow

The proposed annual City budget will be presented and discussed with the City Council during a day-long work session on Friday, Aug. 2. The work session will begin at 8 a.m. in the Grand Hall at the NRH Centre, 6000 Hawk Ave., and is open to the public. Following the work session, City staff will host a Budget Roadshow for the public to learn about the proposed budget and tax rate, ask questions and provide input. We hope you will stop in for a visit:

• Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Community Room at City Hall, 4301 City Point Dr.

• Saturday, Aug. 17 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at PJ’s Coffee, 5555 Rufe Snow Dr., #100

• Thursday, Aug. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. at False Idol Brewing, 7924 Maplewood Ave. 

Public hearings will also be held during City Council meetings on Aug. 26 and Sept. 5. The Council received information on the annual budget process and timeline, as well as an overview of the City’s different budget funds and how they are used, during their meeting this week. You can watch the discussion online. Please note the Aug. 2 work session will not be live-streamed, but it will be recorded and made available by the following Friday. 

Upcoming Events

🍿 Play Tonight NRH & Family Movie Night

Help us celebrate July as National Parks & Recreation Month with an evening of outdoor games, activities and the movie Kung Fu Panda 4 shown on the NRH Centre Outdoor Plaza. This free family event will take place from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 25. Feel free to bring a picnic, but please no glass containers.

🎅 Christmas in July Drone Show

Feel Christmas joy in July with a special drone show at NRH2O Family Water Park on Saturday, July 27! Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with a DJ, vendors selling Christmas items and custom food items, plus a visit from a Summer Santa and the Grinch! The drone show will start at dusk. A daily admission ticket or season pass is required for this event. Tickets can be purchased on NRH2O's website.

😎 Copsicles

Officers from the NRH Police Department will be at the NRH Library on Wednesday, July 31 to hand out free popsicles and visit with the community! Stop by to chill with them between 10 and 11:30 a.m.!

📚 Behind the Book with Shari Lapena

Shari Lapena, internationally bestselling author of The Couple Next Door, will be at the NRH Library on Wednesday, July 31 to celebrate the release of her gripping new thriller, What Have You Done? A 6 p.m. ticketed reception is sold out. The free book talk begins at 7 p.m.



🚲👟 Round the Town Bike & Hike

The August Round the Town monthly bicycle ride and hike will take place Tuesday, Aug. 6 starting at 6:30 p.m. at Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Road. NRH Parks & Recreation will lead the community in a 11.6-mile bicycle ride and a 1-mile hike. Everyone is welcome to bike or hike. Bring your water bottle and if riding a bike, please wear a safety helmet during the ride.

Crosswalk & School Zone Maintenance Work

In preparation for the upcoming school year, NRH Public Works is repainting crosswalks, stop bars, and school zone indication lines around the 18 school campuses in NRH. This work will continue over the next few weeks. When you see our Public Works team or contractors working, please slow down to help keep everyone safe. 

Don't Fall Victim to Real Estate Scams

Whether buying, renting, or investing in real estate, NRHPD encourages you to protect yourself with these tips:

• Research Thoroughly - Verify the legitimacy of the property and the seller/landlord. Visit in person if possible.
• Beware of Unrealistic Prices - If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. Scammers often lure with low prices to attract victims.
• Use Reputable Agents - Work with licensed real estate agents or trusted platforms to ensure transactions are safe and legal.
• Inspect Contracts Carefully - Read every detail of contracts before signing. Don't hesitate to ask questions or seek legal advice.
• Never Wire Money in Advance - Avoid wire transfers or sending money before verifying the authenticity of the transaction.

Stay vigilant and protect your investments! Share these tips with friends and family to raise awareness. Together, we can keep real estate transactions secure.