City of Schertz News

 
Schertz represented on Randolph AFB flight
Thu Sep 2 2010

 Pictured: Schertz Public Affairs Department Staffer Chuck McCollough sits at a console on a T-43 "Gator" aircraft during a news media flight over West Texas and New Mexico on Wedn...More



Most Schertz offices closed Labor Day
Tue Aug 31 2010

 All City of Schertz offices, except for emergency services, will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, in observance of Labor Day. The Schertz Public Library also will be closed Labor Day. For emergency se...More



Part of FM 3009 closed at night on Sept. 1,2,3
Tue Aug 24 2010

 The contractor working for TxDOT on the FM 3009 project will be closing a section of FM 3009 on Sept. 1st from 8 pm-5 am on Sept. 2nd and then again the night of Sept. 2nd at 8 pm-5 am the ...More



2010 Property Tax Rates in the City of Schertz and Hearings on Property Tax Increases
Wed Aug 18 2010

This notice concerns the 2010 property tax rates for City of Schertz.It represents information about three tax rates. Last year's tax rate is the actual rate the taxing unit used to determine pro...More



BOARDS & COMMISSION VACANCIES
Tue Aug 17 2010

The City of Schertz offers a number of ways for its citizens to become actively involved in government business through its boards and commissions.Volunteers are needed to fill vacancies on the Planni...More



Labor Day Speeders Beware! Schertz PD Is Watching!
Sun Aug 15 2010

 The Texas Department of Transportation and the Schertz Police Department are teaming up for the 2010 Labor Day Holiday Speed Wave to slow down traffic. The Speed Wave is a successful statewide p...More



Sysco Breaks Ground on Giant Distribution Center
Sat Aug 14 2010

Pictured:Officials from Sysco, the City of Schertz and Comal County break ground for a new Sysco facility in Schertz.  Sysco broke ground Saturday, Aug. 14, for a giant facility in Schertz&n...More



Schertz City Council Puts Six Bond Propositions on November Ballot
Wed Aug 11 2010

At its August 10th meeting, the Schertz City Council voted 5-0 to place six bond propositions totalling $22.42 on the November 2nd ballot for consideration by residents the public.  The propositi...More



Notice of Public Hearing
Wed Aug 11 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will h...More



Notice of Public Hearing
Wed Aug 11 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will h...More



Notice of Public Hearing
Wed Aug 11 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will h...More



Notice of Public Hearing
Wed Aug 11 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will h...More



George Antuna appointed to Schertz City Council
Tue Aug 10 2010

 During its Aug. 10 meeting, the Schertz City Council appointed George Antuna, Jr. to fill the unexpired term of former Place 3 Councilman John Trayhan that ends May 2011. Council members intervi...More



IH-35 Night Closures Scheduled for Aug. 8-12
Fri Aug 6 2010

 Weather permitting; the following maintenance closures will take place.Sunday – Thursday, August 8 – 12 8 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.IH 35 at the IH 410 Interchange to Judson RoadCrews will cl...More



Annual Fall Clean Up Oct. 9-24
Thu Aug 5 2010

Drop off at Bexar Waste Site Items dropped off here will be free of charge. Drop off Site Open Oct 9-24, 2010 (See below for hazardous items drop off times)Drop offs may be made at Bexar Waste’s...More



Bill White rally held at Schertz Civic Center
Thu Aug 5 2010

 Pictured: Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin (left) greets Bill White, Democratic candidate for Governor, at a campaign event Thursday, Aug. 5, at the Schertz Civic Center. Democratic candidate for ...More



Long-Range Transportation Plan Meeting Aug. 11
Thu Aug 5 2010

 TxDOT will hold a public meeting in San Antonio on Wednesday Aug. 11 concerning the Statewide Long Range Transportation Plan 2035. The meeting will be held from 4-7 PM at the VIA Metro Center bo...More



Schertz Police Department Investigates Shooting / Arrests Suspects
Sun Aug 1 2010

On August 1st at approximately 2:17 AM, the Schertz Police Department was dispatched to an address in the 2100 block of Meadow Ore for a shooting. The police arrived at the location and found that two...More



N.E. Methodist Hospital partnering with Schertz EMS on automatic CPR devices
Wed Jul 28 2010

 Pictured: Schertz EMS Director Dudley Wait (right) and Northeast Methodist Hospital CEO Mark Bernard appear before the Schertz City Council July 27 to announced a partnership regarding auto...More



Hurricane Season is underway. Are you ready?
Fri Jul 23 2010

Although Schertz is not directly impacted by hurricanes, we may be in line for strong winds, lightening dangers and severe flooding. Being prepared is the key to staying safe and surviving the afterma...More



Schertz-Selma Library Pact on Track for Renewal
Fri Jul 23 2010

On July 22nd, the Schertz City Council approved the renewal of an interlocal agreement between the City of Schertz and the City of Selma that will allow Selma residents to use the Schertz Public ...More



Officials with Metrocom, Schertz Chambers of Commerce gather
Thu Jul 22 2010

 Pictured: Members of the Schertz and Randolph Metrocom Chambers of Commerce pose for a group photo July 22 in Selma.  The Schertz and Randolph Metrocom Chambers of Commerce staff and board ...More



Schertz City Council calls November 2 bond election
Wed Jul 21 2010

 At its July 20th meeting, the Schertz City Council called a November 2 bond election based on a Citizen’s Blue Ribbon Committee recommendation for six propositions totaling $22.42 million....More



Schertz Business to Install Large-Scale Solar Panels
Tue Jul 20 2010

Schertz ~ San Antonio-based real estate developer SPV Ventures, LLC announced today, in conjunction with Northeast OB/GYN Associates, PLLC, the planned installation of the first large-scale, private, ...More



SAWS Seeks Use Of Schertz-Seguin Water Pipeline
Thu Jul 15 2010

Officials from Schertz, Seguin, San Antonio, Bexar County, and SAWS pose at a water supply press conference Wednesday, July 14, at SAWS HQ. Schertz and Seguin were praised as regional leader...More



SCHERTZ EMS HELPS LAREDO WEATHER THE STORM
Thu Jul 15 2010

Pictured above is the Emergency Services Strike Team sent to Laredo to support recovery efforts after the area was flooded in early July. By Brad E. Bailey with Chuck McColloughDrenching rain and torr...More



Edwards sworn in as mayor pro tem
Wed Jul 14 2010

 Pictured: Schertz City Councilman Cedric Edwards Sr. (left) is sworn in as new mayor pro tem by Mayor Hal Baldwin. Place 4 Schertz City Councilmember Cedric Edwards Sr. was sworn in as Sche...More



Applications sought for City Council Place 3 Vacancy
Wed Jul 14 2010

The City of Schertz is accepting applications to fill the unexpired term of Schertz City Council Place 3. The term for Place 3 expires in May 2011. Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2...More



New Era of Service -- CAD System Result of Regional Partnerships
Tue Jul 13 2010

Pictured: Dallas Berry (right), Public Safety Systems Engineer with the Schertz Police Department, shows features of the new Computer Assisted Dispatching (CAD) system to Robert Adelman with the ...More



Upcoming IH 35 at Cibolo Creek Closure set for July 16 thru 18
Fri Jul 9 2010

Weather permitting; the following maintenance closures will take place.Friday – Sunday, July 16 – 18IH 35 from Schertz Parkway to the Cibolo Creek Bridge Crews will close two lanes of sout...More



Dive-In Movie in the Park July 24th
Thu Jul 8 2010

Join the City of Schertz, the YMCA, and Time Warner Cable at the Dive-In Movie in the Park showing of the wacky and zany animated film Shark Tale!  The FREE screening will be held Saturday, July ...More



Schertz Public Library Selected as Building of America Award Winner
Thu Jul 8 2010

The Schertz Public Library, located at 798 Schertz Pkwy, will celebrate its one-year anniversary in August.  But today, it was announced that the 31,000 square foot facility was selected as a...More



Schertz Public Library closed July 20th
Wed Jul 7 2010

 The Schertz Public Library will be closed Tuesday, July 20, for staff training and for renovation work in the front of the building, said Library Manager Melissa Uhlhorn. The library will reopen...More



35th Annual Jubilee Brings out the Best in Schertz
Wed Jul 7 2010

After a slow start and concerns about the weather, the fireworks and 4th of July celebration brought out the crowds to Pickrell Park. Officials estimate that as many as 10,000 friends and neighbors sh...More



Mayor Pro Tem John Trayhan resigns from Schertz City Council
Tue Jul 6 2010

 Mayor Pro Tem John Trayhan resigned from City Council at the July 6 meeting saying he was moving to Garden Ridge. The resignation is effective immediately.Trayhan was elected to Place 3 in May 2...More



City Offices Closed July 5
Fri Jul 2 2010

City of Schertz City offices will me closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of Independence Day. In the event of an emergency, please call 911....More



Schertz July 4th Jubilee this weekend
Wed Jun 30 2010

 Join us for the 35th Annual Schertz Jubilee this Thursday through Sunday (July 1-4). The most popular Fourth of July event in the Northeast area includes a parade and all the fun of a traditiona...More



Schertz Police Department Speed Wave - July 1 - 6
Tue Jun 29 2010

The Schertz Police Department will be participating in the annual Fourth of July Holiday Speed Wave July 1st - 6th. Sponsored by the Texas Department of Public Safety, the law enforcement community, t...More



Fireworks Prohibited in Schertz City Limits and ETJ
Tue Jun 29 2010

The Schertz Fire Department reminds residents that possession, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited within the city limits of Schertz and the City’s extra-territorial jur...More



Don Taylor receives top TCMA award
Mon Jun 28 2010

 Pictured: Schertz City Manager Don Taylor (left) receives the Texas City Management Association Lifetime Achievement Award from TCMA President Courtney Sharp during a June 25 luncheon at the Moo...More



BOARDS & COMMISSION VACANCIES
Sun Jun 27 2010

The City of Schertz offers a number of ways for its citizens to become actively involved in government business through its boards and commissions. Volunteers are needed to fill vacancies on the ...More



This weekend some lanes closed on IH-35 at Cibolo Creek
Sat Jun 19 2010

  This weekend, June 25-27 (weather permitting), the Texas Department of Transportation will close two lanes of IH-35 North at Cibolo Creek for bridge repair for periods of time. Crews will ...More



Schertz firefighters hold "Fill the Boot" event Saturday
Fri Jun 18 2010

 Pictured: A Schertz firefighter gets a donation Jan. 19 during the "Fill the Boot" campaign at FM 3009 and IH-35. Firefighters will be out again Saturday Jan. 25 collecting for the MDA...More



City of Schertz, Schertz Magazine Win International Awards
Thu Jun 17 2010

 The City of Schertz, Schertz Tales Magazine, and graphic designer Alexis Souza received four international Awards of Distinction at the 2010 Communicator Awards announced by the International Ac...More



Fireworks Prohibited in Schertz City Limits and ETJ
Mon Jun 14 2010

  The Schertz Fire Department reminds residents that possession, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited within the city limits of Schertz and the City’s extra-ter...More



City Council approves "No Parking" zone near Schertz Recreation Center
Wed Jun 9 2010

 The Schertz City Council on June 1 passed an ordinance prohibiting parking on the southwest side of Westchester Drive. Two “No Parking” signs have been erected but a grace period unt...More



John Bierschwale named Simonson Award winner
Tue Jun 8 2010

 Pictured: John Bierschwale -- Schertz Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale has been named the 2010 Steve Simonson Community Service Award winner. The annual award is presented to the Sch...More



Africanized Honey Bees: Do's and Don'ts
Tue Jun 8 2010

DO check around your house regularly for bee colonies. Check storage sheds, dog houses, meter boxes, flower pots, trees, shrubs, and crevices. Seal cavities and crevices. DO keep pets...More



Vacancy on Schertz Boards & Commissions
Mon Jun 7 2010

The City of Schertz offers a number of ways for its citizens to become actively involved in government business. Schertz citizens may apply to serve on one...More



Schertz Police Investigating Traffic Accident
Sun Jun 6 2010

On June 6, 2010 at approximately 0221 hours Schertz Police located a major accident in the 20000 Block IH35 North, within the City of Schertz. A wrong way driver, traveling south...More



John Trayhan sworn in as Mayor Pro Tem
Wed Jun 2 2010

Pictured: Councilman John Trayhan, left, is sworn in as Mayor Pro Tem by Mayor Hal Baldwin during the June 1 Schertz City Council meeting.  Place 3 Councilmember John M. Trayhan, Ph.D., was sworn...More



Schertz Magazine wins awards
Wed Jun 2 2010

    The City of Schertz, Schertz Tales Magazine and Graphic Designer Alexis Souza were recently honoured at the 16th Annual Communicator Awards with 4 National ‘Awards of Distinct...More



Fundraiser for Tot Saturday at Pickrell Park
Tue Jun 1 2010

 A fundraiser for two-year-old cancer patient Reid Smith will be held Saturday, June 5 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Pickrell Park Large Pavilion in Schertz. Reid is the son of Ruben and Tina S...More



No Parking Zone near Schertz Recreation Center
Tue Jun 1 2010

The Schertz City Council on June 1 passed an ordinance prohibiting parking on the southwest side of Westchester Drive. Two “No Parking” signs are up and a grace period for motorists ended ...More



Schertz Residents to Consider Future Bond Initiatives
Mon May 31 2010

Schertz residents will have the opportunity to voice their opinion about several proposed bond initiatives in an upcoming questionnaire being distributed by a Citizen’s Blue Ribbon Committ...More



2010 Doggie Dash May 22
Thu May 27 2010

 5/27/2010More than 600 participants, two- and four-legged, participated in the 2010 Homes for Pets Wilenchik Memorial Doggie Dash @ Schertz on May 22, 2010. Walkers, runners and pets filled th...More



Hal Baldwin Scholarship Winner Announced!
Thu May 27 2010

CONGRATULATIONS to Steele High School senior Keeley Ckodre, recipient of the 2010 Hal Baldwin Scholarship presented by the City of Schertz. Ms. Ckodre received a check for $1,000 from Schertz Mayor Ha...More



EMS reunion: Lifes saved, Life celebrated
Wed May 19 2010

  Pictured – Schertz EMS Director Dudley Wait (foreground right) listens as Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin talks about National EMS Week May 16-22 during the May 18 Schertz City Council mee...More



Fund Raiser for Schertz 911 dispatcher May 22
Mon May 17 2010

 On Saturday May 22 at 11:30 AM a Barbeque Plate Benefit and Bake Sale will be held at the Large Pavilion in Pickrell Park for Jenifier Walls whose husband died in an accident May 11. Jenifier is...More



Applications for City Boards Being Accepted
Mon May 17 2010

The City of Schertz is currently accepting applications for appointments to the following Boards or Commissions: 1-Alternate position-TSAC   Purpose: To provide standards for implementing ...More



Schertz Partnering With CCSCF For Senior Services
Wed May 12 2010

  The City of Schertz is partnering with the Comal County Senior Citizens Foundation (CCSCF) to provide better services to qualifying Schertz area seniors including serving hot lunches five ...More



Emergency Survivors to Meet First Responders at Ceremony May 18
Tue May 11 2010

On Tuesday, May 18, at 5:30 PM in at the Schertz City Council Chambers (1400 Schertz Parkway, Bldg #4), join Schertz Emergency Management Services for a special recognition of EMS Week and a reception...More



2010 Schertz City Election Results
Sat May 8 2010

For information about the 2010 Schertz City Council election results, click HERE...More



Schertz 2006 Bond Projects Update
Thu May 6 2010

 (Pictured) -- The $7 million Schertz Recreation Center, which is part of the 2006 Bond approved by voters, is now home to the Schertz Family YMCA.  The Schertz 2006 Bond Projects are on ti...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu May 6 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”),NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hold a p...More



Schertz and Bexar County Reach Agreement to Extend Waterline to Hillbrook Subdivision
Tue May 4 2010

The Hillbrook subdivision will receive Schertz water service under an agreement approved today between Bexar County and the City of Schertz.  The $220,000 water main extension project is funded w...More



Schertz City Manager to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Fri Apr 30 2010

Schertz City Manager Don Taylor will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Texas City Management Association during a luncheon June 25 at the TCMA annual conference held at the Moody Gardens H...More



San Antonio releases 3,500 acres of land near IH-10 to Schertz
Fri Apr 30 2010

(Pictured) ~ San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro (L) speaks to (L-R) Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin, Schertz Intergovernmental Relations Director George Antuna and Schertz Assistant City Manager David J. Harri...More



Senior Hot Meals Program Expands to 3-days a Week
Fri Apr 30 2010

 The Schertz Senior Hot Meals Program is now serving lunch at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Schertz Community Center.     Previously lunch was served on Mo...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Apr 22 2010

Notice of Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the &l...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Apr 22 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hol...More



Schertz Police Auction Set for April 23
Thu Apr 15 2010

GATES OPEN AT 9:00AM- REGRISTRATION ENDS AT 10:30AM(REGRISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL BUYERS)CASH ONLY! AUCTION BEGINS AT 11:00AMRoadrunner Towing 100 Pecan Schertz, TX 78154ITEMS TO BE SOLD INCLUD...More



Schertz EMS Week May 16-22
Tue Apr 13 2010

Schertz EMS will celebrate National EMS Week May 16-22 beginning with a golf tournament and ending with an extravaganza. The national EMS Week is a time for Americans to remember and appreciate the Em...More



Sysco Selects Schertz!
Tue Mar 30 2010

Sysco says its future in South Central Texas is in Schertz and it will build a multi-million dollar facility to merge operations currently in San Antonio and Round Rock, north of Austin. The new opera...More



Noche de Fiesta in Schertz to Raise Money for Senior Programs
Wed Mar 24 2010

The City of Schertz is proud to be the host town for the Schertz Cibolo-Lions Club's first Annual Noche de Fiesta en Schertz,April 9th from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at the Schertz Civic Center (1400 Schertz...More



Memorial Fundraiser To Be Held March 27 for Family of Compton - Schertz Employee
Mon Mar 22 2010

The City of Schertz lost one of its own on Tuesday, March 16, 2010.  Albert Welsey Compton Jr. left behind a wife and two daughters as well as an incalculable number of friends and family.In hono...More



Vehicle Accident Claims One Life on I-35
Fri Mar 19 2010

On March 19, 2010 at approximately 1:28 AM, Schertz Police Officers were dispatched to the 17,600 block of IH 35 South for a reported major accident. Upon arrival officers discovered that a small car ...More



Schertz Library To Close April 9
Wed Mar 17 2010

The Schertz Public Library will be closed, Friday, April 9, 2010 so that library staff can attend continuing education seminars.  For more information, contact the Schertz Public Library at 210-6...More



Auto Accident Claims Life
Tue Mar 16 2010

SCHERTZ POLICE DEPARTMENTCRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION On 03-16-2010, at approximately 0700 hours, a vehicle was traveling northbound in the 8300 block of FM 1518.  Witnesses observed the vehi...More



YMCA OPENING IN SCHERTZ MARCH 29!
Sat Mar 13 2010

The Schertz Family YMCA officially opens Monday March 29 in the 40,000-square- foot Schertz Recreation Center building that city voters approved in the 2006 bond issue.The Schertz branch at 621 Westch...More



Speed Wave Headed to Schertz: Schertz Police Department Working with State to Keep Spring Break Safe
Mon Mar 8 2010

The City of Schertz is joining forces with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) and hundreds of law enforcement agencies throughout the region and state to launch a massive statewide SPEED W...More



Schertz Welcomes Connection to the Kingdom Books To Town
Fri Mar 5 2010

Owners Hilton and Olga Ayala (center in blue shirts) cut the ribbon to their new business "Connection to the Kingdom Books" as city and Schertz Chamber of Commerce officials look on.  C...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Mar 4 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hold a ...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Mar 4 2010

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hold a ...More



Application Deadline Looming for Hal Baldwin Scholarship
Mon Mar 1 2010

 The Hal Baldwin Scholarship encourages young people to consider public service and is named after the Schertz mayor who has given 30 years of service to the city.As Schertz residents since the 1...More



WILENCHIK WALK FOR LIFE MARCH 6
Mon Mar 1 2010

Schertz City Councilman Tony Wilenchik’s walk through life ended last year but his walk to support the Cancer Therapy and Research Center (CTRC) at the UT Health Science Center San Antonio conti...More



Spurs Coyote Spotted at Biz Expo!
Wed Feb 24 2010

The San Antonio Spurs Coyote visited the Business Expo 2010 at the Schertz Civic Center Feb. 23 and took photos with hundreds of visitors and vendors.The popular event was sponsored this year by the S...More



Schertz Welcomes Sports Clips
Mon Feb 22 2010

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFor additional information and interview opportunities, contact:Karen Parker, Sport Clips team leader (franchisee)Office:  (210) 277-7678e-mail: ckclippers@satx.rr.com ...More



SCHERTZ SOCCER COMPLEX HOSTS SOUTH TEXAS CUP
Tue Feb 16 2010

 The Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance (SYSA), in conjunction with South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA) and the San Antonio Soccer Association (SASA), will host two major events on February 2...More



Viva Fiesta! Sweethearts Attend Miss Fiesta Pageant
Mon Feb 15 2010

Members of the Schertz Sweetheart Court joined Miss Fiesta 2010, Virginia Elliot and the members of her court at the Miss Fiesta Scholarship Pageant held at the Charlene McCombs Empire Theater Februar...More



City Offices Closed - February 15, 2010
Fri Feb 12 2010

Schertz city offices will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2010 in observance of President's Day.  For information about all city services, visit us on the web at www.schertz.com.  In the e...More



Artz Reception - Feb 17, Schertz Civic Center
Thu Feb 11 2010

Join the City of Schertz and Schertz Area Artz Council at the Monthly Artz Reception February 17th (6:00PM) at the Schertz Civic Center (1400 Schertz Parkway, Bldg. #5).  Meet artists Roger Price...More



GUADALUPE COUNTY VOTERS NEED YOU... Work at the polls!
Tue Feb 2 2010

Guadalupe County Elections office is in need of election workers to work in the Primary Elections on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, from 6 a.m. until the polls close.  Positions for Judges and Clerks ar...More



SCHERTZ UNEMPLOYMENT DECREASES IN DECEMBER
Tue Jan 26 2010

 (January 22, 2010) San Antonio – The City of Schertz’s unemployment rate decreased in December according to labor market statistics released by Workforce Solutions Alamo. The city&rs...More



Gardening Experts Coming to Schertz for Grow Local Festival
Tue Jan 19 2010

Thinking about putting in a vegetable garden this spring?  Don’t know what to do to get started?  Need to know about those bugs in your garden? Well don’t fret because the Schert...More



Annual Spring Clean Up - March 6-21, 2010
Fri Jan 15 2010

Once again Schertz residents have the opportunity to Help Keep Schertz Clean!  This year’s annual spring clean up is scheduled to take place March 6 - 21, 2010.  During the two-week cl...More



Guadalupe County H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinic in Schertz
Wed Jan 13 2010

The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be giving H1N1 flu vaccines to the general public as well as specific groups of people who are at risk for getting H1N1 flu.  There is no cost ...More



Shooting Supect Apprehended
Mon Jan 11 2010

       On 01-11-10 at approximately 7:05 a.m. the Schertz Police Dispatch received a 911 call in reference to a shooting. Officer’s responded to the location where ...More



Economic Development Corp Launches NEW Website
Tue Jan 5 2010

The Schertz Economic Development Corporation unveiled a new interactive website designed to provide answer questions from potential and future businesses about setting up shop or relocating to Schertz...More



City Offices Closed
Mon Dec 28 2009

City of Schertz Officies will be closed on New Year's Day, Friday, January 1, 2010 and reopend for normal operations on Monday, January 4, 2010.  In the event of an emergency, dial 911....More



2009 Festival of Angels Holiday Lighting Contest Winners
Wed Dec 23 2009

The 2009 Schertz Festival of Angels Lighting Contest was another great success!  Many residents and households participated and displayed their holiday cheer with their imaginative use of lights,...More



YMCA TO MANAGE SCHERTZ REC CENTER IN FEBRUARY
Tue Dec 22 2009

Coming soon to your neighborhood… The YMCA of Greater San Antonio invites the entire Schertz community to become a part of their family! The new Schertz Recreation Center, located at Scher...More



Schertz Recreation Center Slated to Open in February
Tue Dec 22 2009

The new Schertz Recreation Center is slated to open in February and George Logan can hardly wait.“This recreation center will provide a daily opportunity for community wellness and leisure and i...More



Wiederstein Rd. Getting Facelift
Tue Dec 22 2009

By Chuck McCollough The section of Wiederstein Road between Schertz Parkway and FM 1518 will be upgraded including a new bridge, according to Schertz City Engineer Larry Dublin.Schertz, Selma and Guad...More



FM 3009 Construction Begins In Schertz
Tue Dec 22 2009

Following preliminary work, construction to widen FM 3009 from I-35 to FM 2252 at the Garden Ridge city limits kicked-off in early November and is expected to continue through 2012.The $22.6 million p...More



TRASH COLLECTION DATES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Fri Dec 18 2009

In Observance of the Holiday Season, Trash Collection in the City of Schertz will be cancelled for customers who received pickup on Christmas Day and New Years Day.Scheduled pick-up for December 25, 2...More



City Offices Closed
Fri Dec 18 2009

Schertz City Offices will be closed on December 25th, 2009 and January 1st, 2010 in observance of the Holiday Season...More



NOTICE OF ELECTIONS
Tue Dec 15 2009

OFFICIAL NOTICE OF DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATIONS FOR PLACE ON BALLOT  Please be aware that the term of office for the May 8, 2010 General Election and Special Election are for Mayor, Councilmembe...More



LANE CLOSURE NOTICE
Fri Dec 11 2009

Please be advised that Sunday night and Monday night, December 13 - 14, 2009 the Texas Department of Transportation will be Installing a concrete traffic barrier Approximately 200' North of Four Oaks ...More



Schertz Police Department needs Your Help with BLUE SANTA
Sat Dec 5 2009

Once again it is time for the Schertz Police Department's Blue Santa program to get into full swing.  Over the years we have been able to provide numerous needy families with gifts, food and mone...More



SKI SCHERTZ TONITE IN PICKRELL PARK!!
Fri Dec 4 2009

Schertz Assistant City Manager David J. Harris inaugurated the first ever "SKI SCHERTZ" invitational and kicked-off a day of festivities at the Festival of Angels in Schertz with a plunge do...More



Temporary Lane Closure on FM 3009
Tue Dec 1 2009

On Thursday, December 3, 2009 from 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM, the Texas Department of Transportation will be closing both directions of FM 3009 (Approximately 200' North of Four Oaks Drive to 100' South of Re...More



Thanksgiving Closure
Tue Nov 24 2009

 Schertz City offices will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. The Staff at the City of Schertz wish all our residents a Safe a...More



CHRISTMAS BOOKSALE - December 1st - 23rd!
Fri Nov 13 2009

     Christmas is creeping up on you!  If you need an inexpensive gift for the teacher, clergyman, mailman, relative (close or distant),  office worker, neighbor, or spec...More



San Antonio / Schertz Area Named on the Best-Performing Economic Areas in America
Fri Nov 13 2009

The 2009 Milken Institute/Greenstreet Real Estate Partners Best-Performing Cities Index ranks U.S. metropolitan areas by how well they are creating and sustaining jobs and economic growth.  The S...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Nov 5 2009

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hold a ...More



NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Thu Nov 5 2009

Pursuant to Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Schertz (the “City”) will hold a ...More



ELECTION RESULTS
Wed Nov 4 2009

The unofficial results of the 2009 City Curbside Recycling Referendum are as follows: For: 1170 votes       Against: 583 votes. The referendum passed. To s...More



Wedding Parade 2009 at Schertz Civic Center
Mon Nov 2 2009

Join A Moment in Time and the Schertz Civic Center atWedding Parade 2009. Sunday, November 29 from 12PM - 5PM ~ Schertz Civic Center (1400 Schertz Parkway, Bldg#5)  Feature more more than 70...More



LANE CLOSURES:
Thu Oct 29 2009

Reference: Ware-Seguin Rd ConstructionThere may be daily road closures along Ware-Seguin Rd as construction continues. Upgrades to Ware-Seguin, Boenig Rd, Pfeil Rd, North Grytown and Scenic Lake Rdare...More



WANTED: Holiday Lock-up Participants
Thu Oct 29 2009

WARRANT OF ARRESTDear Schertz Patron:A warrant of arrest has been issued for you to participate in the 4th Annual Holiday Lock-Up, Wednesday, November 18th, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. sponsored by the Cit...More



San Antonio #1 in Forty Strongest U.S. Economies
Thu Oct 29 2009

Business Week ranked the San Antonio Metropolitan Area as the #1 overall Strongest Metropolitan economy in the U.S.A.Congratulations to San Antonio and all the Metropolitan Cities!! Read More HERE ...More



Northeast OB/GYN Heading to Schertz
Tue Oct 27 2009

Schertz, October 26, 2009 – SPV Ventures, LLC, a San Antonio-based real estate developer with properties in San Antonio and Schertz, Texas announced today the addition of Northeast OB/GYN Associ...More



NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION (AVISO DE ESPECIAL GENERAL)
Fri Oct 23 2009

To the registered voters of the City of Schertz, Texas:(A los votanes registrados de la Cuidad de Schertz, Texas:)Notice is hereby given that the polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m...More



Schertz Receives Innovation Achievement Award
Fri Oct 23 2009

Laserfische, the acknowledged leader in municipal government document retention and storage solutions presented the City of Schertz with an achievement award for innovative document management.  ...More



Sewer Averaging November thru February Will Affect Schertz Residents 2009-2010 Sewer Bills
Tue Oct 20 2009

Sewer averaging for the winter months begins November 1, 2009 and continues through February 28, 2010.  Meter readings taken over this period will determine your sewer average for the next billin...More



Ware-Seguin Road Closure
Mon Oct 19 2009

Ware Seguin Rd. will be closed between Boenig and the Schertz City Limits beginning Tuesday, October 20 and will remain closed through Wednesday, October 21. Please call City of Schertz Public...More



Change the Time and Change Your Batteries
Mon Oct 19 2009

By Schertz Fire Chief David CovingtonOn November 1st we will once again exit Daylight Savings Time and return to Standard Time. It is at this time we urge you to “Change your Clock, Change your ...More



Annual Fall Clean-up : Oct 10-25, 2009
Thu Oct 15 2009

Once again Schertz residents have the opportunity to Help Keep Schertz Clean!  This year’s annual fall clean up is scheduled to take place October 10 – 25, 2009.  During the two-...More



Coming Together to Support Safe neighborhoods and Community Camaraderie
Wed Oct 7 2009

It was National Night Out October 6th and Schertz residents came out in droves to support safe neighborhoods and have a good time.  Area Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue, and EMS personnel were...More



Flu Vaccine
Mon Oct 5 2009

***Due to the tremendous response, EMS is temporarily out of stock of Flu Vaccine*** Please watch this page for further updates. ...More



Schertz Sweethearts Crowned at 20th Anniversary of Scholarship Program
Fri Oct 2 2009

The Schertz Sweetheart’s celebrated the 20th Anniversary of their scholarship program September 30th with the crowning of a new Miss Schertz and Sweetheart’s Court.The name sweethearts has...More



New City Fee Schedule in Effect
Thu Oct 1 2009

Effective October 1, 2009, a new fee schedule for the City of Schertz is in effect.  To view all city fees approved as part of the 2009-2010 city budget, click HERE.  ...More



NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION (AVISO DE ESPECIAL GENERAL)
Wed Sep 23 2009

To the registered voters of the City of Schertz, Texas:(A los votanes registrados de la Cuidad de Schertz, Texas:)Notice is hereby given that the polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m...More



Crescent Bend Nature Parks Poised to Be Gem of Bexar County / Schertz
Mon Sep 21 2009

The City of Schertz and Bexar County opened South Texas’ newest park, Crescent Bend Nature Park, September 18th with onlookers and supporters cheering on what will surely become the gem of the L...More



Schertz Police Department Investigating Robbery
Sun Sep 20 2009

On 09-20-09 at 12:08 p.m. the Sonic Restaurant located at 5001 Corridor Loop in Schertz was robbed by a slender white male. The suspect displayed a knife to a waitress at the location and demanded all...More



Schertz Police Department Investigating Robbery / Shooting
Sun Sep 20 2009

On 09-20-09 at 9:58 hours the Quix Convenience Store located in the 18900 block of IH 35 was robbed. The robbery suspect is described as a white male. The clerk was shot during the robbery. The suspec...More



Schertz Annual Fall Clean Up set for October 10 - 25
Thu Sep 17 2009

Once again Schertz residents have the opportunity to Help Keep Schertz Clean!  This year’s annual fall clean up is scheduled to take place October 10 – 25, 2009.  During the two-...More



Services / Reception Scheduled for Wilenchik
Tue Sep 15 2009

Arrangements for Council Member Tony Wilenchik are as follows: Friday, September 18th:     - Viewing to be held at Schertz Funeral Home from 3pm - 9pm  Website: www.scher...More



Wilenchik Will Be Remembered!
Mon Sep 14 2009

Above: Schertz Council Member Tony Wilenchik with his wife Valerie   Chuck McCollough Contributing Writer  Schertz City Councilman Tony Wilenchik would have fit right in with the heroe...More



Crescent Bend Nature Park Opening Sept 18th
Fri Sep 11 2009

There was no bright side that could have been imagined right after the Lakewood Acres subdivision was destroyed in the 1998 flood along Cibolo Creek. Eleven years later, a partnership between the City...More



Artz' Third Thursday'z Beginning Sept 17th
Thu Sep 10 2009

Beginning September 17th, the Schertz Area Artz Council launches Third Thursday’z in Schertz:  A Celebration of Artz.  This monthly show will be held in the Schertz Civic Center and hi...More



Country Club Blvd. Construction to Begin in Northcliffe
Wed Sep 9 2009

Road construction will begin Monday Sept. 14, 2009, on Country Club Blvd. in Northcliffe.  Construction will begin on the East side of the street, allowing two way traffic on the Wes...More



Schertz to Conduct Mobile Survey of City Roadways
Thu Sep 3 2009

Schertz will be conducting a full survey of city roadways located within its city limits as part of ongoing efforts to plan for future projects and needs.  According to City Engineer Larry Dublin...More



Notice of Tax Revenue Increase
Mon Aug 31 2009

The City of Schertz conducted public hearings on August 25, 2009 and September 1, 2009 on a proposal to increase the total tax revenues of the City of Schertz from properties on the tax roll in the pr...More



Schertz Ushers in New Era in Learning: Opens New Public Library
Mon Aug 31 2009

In late 2005, Garden Ridge Pottery founder Eric White and his wife Carolyn donated $1 million towards the construction of a new state-of-the-art public library in Schertz. On, Saturday, August 29th,...More



Schertz Little League Coach Heading to World Series
Fri Aug 28 2009

Chuck McColloughContributing Writer Mike Shull is the Schertz connection to the Little League World Series. He is manager of the McAllister Park Little League team and a controller at Repu...More



City Council to Hold Public Hearing on 2009-2010 Budget.
Fri Aug 21 2009

The Schertz City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Sept 1, 2009 and Tuesday, Sept 8, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex, Bldg #4, 1400 Schertz Pkwy, Schertz Texas...More



2010 Master Calendar
Thu Aug 20 2009

The Schertz City Council adopted the 2010 Master Calendar which includes meeting dates and city holidays.  A copy in PDF format is available HERE.The calendar may also be accessed at the City Sec...More



Smith to Hold Health Care Forums
Wed Aug 19 2009

Brian Baluta202-225-4236(SAN ANTONIO, TX) – Congressman Lamar Smith announced today that he will hold constituent health care forums for the 21st District of Texas on Monday, August 24 in both K...More



Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase
Wed Aug 12 2009

The City of Schertz will hold two public hearings on a proposal to increase total tax revenues from properties on the tax roll in the preceding tax year by 4.48 percent (percentage by which proposed t...More



INSPECTIONS AND PERMITS DIVISION CHANGES TO INSPECTION SCHEDULE
Sun Aug 9 2009

Effective August 12, 2009, there will be no inspections scheduled after 12 noon on Wednesdays. This time will be reserved for construction conferences and staff plan reviews from 1:00 pm – 5:00 ...More



Schertz Firefighters to Fill the Boot for MDA
Fri Aug 7 2009

The Schertz Professional Firefighters Assn. Local-4083 Will be doing “Fill the Boot” for MDA on August 14, 15 and 16 at the intersection of IH 35 & FM 3009. Times will be approximately...More



Flick and Float Comes to Pickerell Pool
Mon Jul 27 2009

Bring your swim trunks, towels, and blankets out to Pickrell Pool (708 Oak Street) this Saturday, August 1st for the first ever Flick & Float!ONLY 150 attendees will get the chance to swim and wat...More



Coming Home: Texas Pays Tribute to Fallen Hero
Sun Jul 26 2009

Texans from as far away as Waco and Corpus Christi lined the streets of Schertz today (July 26th) to pay their final respects to LCpl Brandon T. Lara who sacrificed his life in the line of duty ...More



Schertz Residents to Line Streets to Honor Fallen Soldier
Fri Jul 24 2009

LCpl Brandon T. Lara made the ultimate sacrifice for out country July 19th while supporting combat operations in Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Mar...More



BVYA Hosting Pinto Zone Tournament
Tue Jul 21 2009

The Buffalo Valley Youth Association is pleased to host the 2009 Pinto Zone Baseball Tournament and congratulates the following teams on winning their State Championships to qualify for this prestigio...More



Schertz Fest 09 Set for Oct. 2-3
Mon Jul 20 2009

October is a great time of the year in Texas. The weather begins to cool, the sky is a rich blue, and the German towns celebrate in Style!Join the Schertz Parks and Recreation Foundation October 2-3 a...More



New Fee Schedule to Take Effect Oct. 1, 2009
Fri Jul 17 2009

The Schertz City Council approved a new fee schedule as part of its FY 2009-2010 budget. The new fees will go into effect on Oct. 1, 2009. Checkout a copy of the NEW FEES at www.schertz.com...More



The Schertz Fire Department is Coooooool!
Thu Jul 16 2009

  The Schertz Fire Department has joined forces with area residents to help cool things off all summer long!  Through August 31, Schertz fire stations are collecting and distributing ele...More



Schertz Recognized as One of Top Places to Live in the U.S.A.: Wants More Texas Towns on the List
Mon Jul 13 2009

  For the second time in 2 years, Schertz, Texas was named one of Money Magazine’s top places to live in Texas and the United States.    Located between Austin and San Anton...More



Buffalo Valley Lions Club Supports Community
Wed Jun 24 2009

At a recent Buffalo Valley Lions Club meeting, donation checks for $500 were presented to Schertz EMS, Schertz Fire Department, and Randolph Area Christian Assistance Program. Lions Club President D...More



34th Annual Schertz Jubilee
Thu Jun 18 2009

H-E-B and the Schertz Parks & Recreation Foundation will host the 34th Annual Schertz Jubilee, July 2-5 in Pickrell Park.  Complete with  carnival, parade, music, food, and a fir...More



WANTED: Schertz Fest Volunteers
Wed Jun 17 2009

  The Schertz Parks and Recreation Foundation needs volunteers to help with Schertz Fest on October 2nd & 3rd, 2009, at Pickrell Park.  Currently, there is a need for vendors, ticket...More



Fireworks Prohibited in Schertz City Limits and ETJ
Wed Jun 17 2009

The Schertz Fire Department reminds you that the possession, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited within the city limits of Schertz and the City’s extra-territorial j...More



Fowler Sworn in As Schertz Mayor Pro tem
Mon Jun 15 2009

Place 1 Councilmember Jim Fowler was sworn in as Mayor Pro tempore by Mayor Hal Baldwin at City Council on May 2nd.  First elected in May 2006, Fowler has served as the Council Liaison to the...More



Furillo Tapped for Baldwin Scholarship
Mon Jun 15 2009

Samuel Clemens graduate Emily Furillo was chosen as the first recipient of the Hal Baldwin Scholarship.  The $1,000 annual scholarship was established to in March in recognition of Mayor Ha...More



GET READY FOR SCHERTZ JUBILEE 2009
Thu Jun 11 2009

The 34th Annual Schertz Jubilee has been set for July 2-5, 2009.  Join the City of Schertz and the Schertz Parks & Recreation Foundation for 4 days of fun, food, entertainment, and.....more f...More



Schertz Pools Offer Relief from Summer Heat
Wed Jun 10 2009

The hot days of summer are upon us and with temperatures continuing to rise, the Schertz Pools at Pickrell Park (708 Oak St.) and Northcliffe (4601 Cherry Tree) are a welcome site to many toasty f...More



Click It or Ticket in Schertz: Schertz Police Department Receives Traffic Safety Grant
Wed Jun 10 2009

For another year, the City of Schertz wrapped a successful week-long involvement in the annual Memorial Day Texas Click It or Ticket mobilization program. Sponsored by the Texas Department of Publ...More



Schertz EMS Recognized
Tue Jun 9 2009

Northeast Lakeview College President Dr. Eric Reno presents a certificate of appreciation to Jason Hedrick with Schertz EMS for the departments quick response to an emergency in 2008....More



The 2010 Census is Easy, Important and Safe.
Mon Jun 8 2009

This census will have 10 questions to answer. It is important - Census data is used to determine how more than 300 billion dollars in federal grants are spent across the U.S. It is safe - The Ce...More



Fowler Sworn in As Schertz Mayor Pro tem
Wed Jun 3 2009

Place 1 Councilmember Jim Fowler was sworn in as Mayor Pro tempore by Mayor Hal Baldwin at City Council on May 2nd.  First elected in May 2006, Fowler has served as the Council Liaison to the Sch...More



Dogs Dash through Schertz
Mon Jun 1 2009

Nearly 560 walkers and runners participated in the 2009 Doggie Dash at Pickrell Park May 30, making the 8th Annual event the largest yet.  The Doggie Dash, which raises funds for the non-pro...More



Important Schertz Public Works Information
Mon Jun 1 2009

Water Quality Reports will be mailed to all water customers by July 1, 2009.  Please be checking your mailboxes.  Please note that the 2009 report is based on the 2008 testing results.&n...More



STEVE SIMONSON COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
Fri May 1 2009

Nominations are being accepted for the 2008-2009 Steve Simonson Award.   The Steve Simonson Community Service Award is presented annually to a Schertz citizen who during the eligibility ye...More



Schertz Unemployment Rate Decreases in March
Sat Apr 18 2009

The City of Schertz’ unemployment rate decreased in March according to labor market statistics released by Workforce Solutions Alamo. The city’s jobless rate for the month was 4.6 percen...More



Schertz to Host South Texas' Largest EMS Week Activities
Fri Apr 17 2009

  By Amy Sellers   Each year the City of Schertz celebrates National EMS Week during the month of Ma...More



Be a Sweetheart!
Fri Apr 17 2009

The Schertz Sweetheart Committee is honored to announce that applications are currently being accepted for the 2009-2010 Schertz Sweetheart Court. Interested applicants must complete an application pa...More



Sweethearts Go Green!
Fri Apr 17 2009

 SEE THE COMPLETE STORY ABOUT THE SWEETHEARTS GO GREEN CAMPAIGN AND THE LIMITED EDITION TOTES HERE  As part of their annual campaign to increase awareness about Schertz area issues, activiti...More



Three Informative Powerful Seminars Tailored for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs!
Fri Apr 17 2009

Mark your calendars and plan to attend these small business workshops!The City of Schertz is hosting three small business development seminars designed to provide local business owners or startups wit...More



Wilenchik's Walk Raises the Bar
Mon Mar 9 2009

More than 500 people turned out March 7th to raise money for cancer research at the first ever Wilenchik’s Walk for Life.  The walk, named in honor of Schertz Councilman Tony Wilenchik who ...More



Register for 34th Annual Schertz Jubilee Parade
Mon Feb 9 2009

The Schertz 4th of July Jubilee Committee is Now Accepting Registration Forms for the 34th Annual 4th of July Jubilee Parade.Registration Forms may be found HERE,  or you can contact...More



City adopts revised Nuisance Ordinance
Fri Jan 30 2009

At a regular meeting of the Schertz City Council on January 27, 2009, a revised Nuisance Ordinance was adopted.  View a Copy of the ordinance HERE....More



Schertz Parkway Nearing Completion: All Lanes Open
Tue Jan 13 2009

The scenic route of Schertz Parkway opened early on Tuesday, January 13, stretching from Live Oak Rd to FM 78.  The 2.9 million dollar development was part of a bond project approved by voters...More



Carpenter Appointed Mayor Pro-Tem
Wed Dec 3 2008

Place 5 council member Michael Carpenter was sworn in as Schertz Mayor Pro-Tempore by Mayor Hal Baldwin on December 2, 2008. First elected in May 2005 and re-elected in 2007, Carpenter serves as t...More



Scholarship Named in Honor of Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin
Mon Nov 24 2008

It is hard to imagine that 50 years have passed since the City of Schertz was incorporated. And, while he hasn't been here since the beginning, Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin and his wife Barbara have ...More



Sweetheart Story Time
Mon Jul 21 2008

Members of the Sweetheart Court converged on the Schertz Public Library July 19th and performed a session for the Library's Family Story Time. Chris, Brittany and Kelly read stories, sang songs and...More



Want to be a Sweetheart?
Thu Jul 17 2008

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2008-2009 Schertz Sweetheart Court.  The deadline for applying for the 2008-2009 Miss Sweethearts of Schertz Scholarship Pageant is August 15,...More