Welcome Interim City Manager

Brad Stafford

The City of Nassau Bay Welcomes Brad Stafford as the Interim City Manager.

Brad’s first day as Interim City Manager was Wednesday, February 22nd. Brad brings with him over 30 years of Municipal Government experience and is currently the Client Services Director at Bleyl Engineering. Brad received his bachelors degree from Texas Tech University and is a Certified Public Manager.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Mary, and two grown children. If you can’t find Brad anywhere, check the lake because he’s probably fishing.

You can contact Brad Stafford at brad.stafford@nassaubay.com.

Welcome to Nassau Bay, Brad! We are glad to have you.

Welcome Acting City Secretary

Zina Tedford

The City of Nassau Bay Welcomes Zina Tedford as the Acting City Secretary

Zina was hired the as Acting City Secretary for the City of Nassau Bay at the end of February 2023. Prior to joining our community, Zina embraced many paths in her public service career including employment with a law firm that focused on public finance and city secretary for several Texas cities.

Zina began her public service career with the City of Kirby in 1986 as a water billing clerk, promoted to the position of City Secretary in 1988, and officially appointed City Manager 2001.

After 11 years as City Manager, Zina retired and was recruited as Interim City Clerk for the City of La Marque and has served as City Secretary/ Clerk for the Cities of La Marque, Shavano Park and Castle Hills.

Nassau Bay Nauticats

The Nassau Bay Nauticats Swim Team will have open Registration (online) through April 14th, followed by inperson on April 15th in the lobby of the NBHA Building @ 1322 Space Park Dr, Suite C, for our Summer Swim Season, for swimmers ages 5-18. Registration is a two-step process; both online and inperson are needed. We are a fun, family-friendly team, rooted in the Nassau Bay community for almost 60 years.

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Zina holds a BA in Criminal Justice- emphasis in law enforcement from the University of Texas San Antonio. Her certifications include Certified Public Manager and past Texas Municipal Clerks' certification and recertification. Zina is an active member of the Texas City Manager’s Association (TCMA), TCMA Ethics Commission, Texas Women’s Leadership Institute and Texas Municipal Human Resources Association.

Zina is a proud mom of 3 children and 8 grandchildren.

Canbe Corner

CANBE would like to thank all those who came out to support the Roscoe Lee Salute and a big thank you to Texas Wealth Management, Griffin Partners, and Indy & Liberty for being top sponsors. The event was a wonderful success!

Looking for a unique gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or that special graduate?! Check out our Legacy Bricks or Legacy Benches, a perfect way to honor your loved one. Please visit www.NassauBayCANBE.org for details.

We compete against other teams in the Clear Creek Swim League, with Swim Meets on Saturday mornings, in June and early July. For registration and more information, visitwww.Nauticats.org.

HAPPY 15-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER VELASCO!

Officer Moses Velasco celebrates fifteen years with the City of Nassau Bay

Welcome Officer

BENJAMIN BEDFORD!

Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful Curb

Number Painting Project

The Parks & Recreation and Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful Curb Number project has begun! The Sub Committee, led by Chase Waterwall and Michelle Barecky, will send volunteers to repaint curb numbers over the next several months. You will get a flyer on your door so keep an eye out! This project is a free service to residents. Paint and supplies provided by the City of Nassau Bay, while volunteers from KNBB and the Parks and Recreation Committee will perform the painting. If you have any questions or concerns, or would like to become a volunteer, reach out to Michelle Weller at michelle.weller@nassaubay.com or 832-868-8663.

By The Numbers

Police

THANK YOU!

The Parks & Recreation committee worked with the Nassau Bay Rocks ladies Janis Basalmo & Angie Chivers who donated two picnic tables in honor of Mediterraneo Market & Cafe owner Sonia Kotb and the late Magdy Kotb who passed on March 22, 2022. Mayor Phil Johnson made a proclamation to honor Magdy Kotb by making March 22, Magdy Kotb Day.

ST. THOMAS SUMMER CAMP

Summer Camp at St. Thomas is stacking up to be an amazing adventure! This year we are offering themed weeks for all ages including, Camp Invention, chess, archery, fencing, art, cooking, pre-k playtime and more. Registration is open now at this link. https://stesnb.org/summer-camp-2023/

Garden Club Upcoming Events

The Nassau Bay Garden Club will hear about using native plants for pollinator gardens. Speakers Patty Steinke and Virginia Pierson have been members of the local Native Plant Society since the mid 2000s where they have both served as officers.

The Audbon Society defines a native plant as one that was naturally found in a particular area before European colonization. Native plants are the foundation of a region’s biodiversity, providing essential food sources and shelter for birds, especially those threatened by the changing climate. Since native plants are adapted to local precipitation and soil conditions, they generally require less upkeep, therefore helping the environment and saving you time, water, and money. The key to getting started is picking the right plants for your area

The monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, beginning at 9:30 a.m., with social time followed by the program and business meeting. The meetings are held at the City Hall Chambers at 1800 Space Park Drive, Nassau Bay.

The Nassau Bay Garden Club Style Show and Luncheon will host it biennial event at 11 a.m. May 12 at the Lakewood Yacht Club. The “Fashions by the Bay” event will include lunch in a coastal setting with Garden Club and leading community members modeling spring and summer fashions, announced Rhonda David and Royce Walker, co-chairs of the event.

The event is the single fundraiser for the club that provides countless philanthropy projects for Nassau Bay and surrounding communities, including scholarships for students studying horticulture, design and maintenance of six gardens, the sponsorship of the junior gardens of Robinson Elementary and St .Thomas Episcopal schools, Beautification Day, Arbor Day, monthly speakers on conservation, preservation, gardening and general education programs. The Clothes Horse Boutique, located in the historic district of League City, will provide the fashions. The event also includes silent and live auctions.

Tickets are $65 each. To secure tickets, contact Gun Frame at 281-486-5700 or agframe@comcast.net. For additional information, contact Royce Walker at rwalkeus@yahoo.com. They are accepting reservations and payment for the luncheon.

Council Meeting Recap

• Approved the first and only reading on an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget

• Approved the Audited Financial Statements and accompanying documents for Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2022 by Belt Harris Pechacek, LLLP and acceptance of same by council

• Approved second and final reading to amend Ordinance No. O2013-708 and Ordinance No. 02016-745 adopting several codes to be known as the building code, establish minimum regulations governing the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and structure by providing standards for supplied utilities, facilities and other physical conditions to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupational use, providing condemnation of buildings/structures unfit for human occupancy and use the demolition of such structures; repealing entirely ordinances previously adopted in conflict.

• Approved second and final reading to amend city ordinance No. O2013-718 at Section 8-30 and Section 8-31 by repealing these two sections entirely and replacing them with new Section 8-30 and 8-31; which will adopt the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code and provide for future adoptions of amendments, providing penalty for violation as noted in Section 8-33.

• Approved second and final reading to amend city ordinance No. O2000-511 and O2000-521 amending Chapter 8.5 of the Code of Ordinances, Flood Damage and Prevention.

• Approved the City Manager to negotiate and sign contract for the renovations of ballfield.

• Approved Resolution No. R2023-2277 Katie Frazier to replace Sarah Horton on the Parks and Recreation Committee.

• Approved the selection and search process for a City Manager and appointment of City Manager Search Committee, as discussed in Executive Session Join us for next month's Council Meeting on Monday, April 10, 2023. Visit www.nassaubay.com/CityCouncil for more details on the meeting.

City Election Notice

Contact Your City Officials

Mayor Phil Johnson

281.734.1074 | phil.johnson@nassaubay.com

Councilmember Don Matter, Position 1

832.260.4626 | don.matter@nassaubay.com

Councilmember Lucie Johannes Sommer Position 2 832.338.1828 | lucie.johannes.sommer@nassaubay.com

Councilmember Ashley Graves, Position 3

281.330.5413 | ashley.graves@nassaubay.com

Councilmember James Abbey, Position 4 979.422.2383 | james.abbey@nassaubay.com

Mayor Pro Tem Sandra Mossman, Position 5

281.333.2194 | sandra.mossman@nassaubay.com

Councilmember Michelle Weller, Position 6

832.868.8663 | michelle.weller@nassaubay.com

The City of Nassau Bay will conduct a General Election on May 6, 2023. Nassau Bay residents will have the opportunity to elected three (3) Council Members (Positions 1, 3 and 5). These positions are currently held by Don Matter, Ashley Graves, and Sandra Mossman.

Early voting will be conducted from April 24th - May 2nd. Nassau Bay residents may vote at any Harris County polling place. Dates, times, and locations will be updated on the City’s website or by visiting www.harrisvotes.com.

Election Day voting will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers. 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200, Nassau Bay, Texas 77058 from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Contact the City Secretary’s Office at (281) 336-6281 or visit the City’s website for more information.