• SAGINAW RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS BUDGET AWARD:  The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) is pleased to announce that the City of Saginaw, Texas has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget.  The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, the entity had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. These guidelines are designed to assess how well an entity’s budget serves as: a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communication device.  Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four categories to receive the award. This award has been presented to Dolph Johnson, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director, and Karen L. Hollingsworth, Assistant Finance Director/Budget Analyst. This is the 21st year in a row that the City of Saginaw has received this award.

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• 2008 WATER QUALITY REPORT:  This report is a summary of the quality of the water we provide our customers.  The analysis was made by using the data from the most recent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) required tests.  Our drinking water meets or exceeds all federal (EPA) drinking water requirements.  To view an online copy of this report, click here.

• TIRED OF GRAFFITI/VANDALISM?  SO ARE WE!:  Here in Saginaw, we've seen an increase in graffiti in a few sections of the city.  And while it is certainly not "out of control," no one likes the resulting eye sore this activity produces.  Cities throughout our country have discovered that rapid abatement goes a long way to minimizing the impact that graffiti has on a community.  Unchecked, however, it often increases.  This is NOT what we want to see here. How can you help. By reporting the problem.  If you see graffiti, let us know.  If you see someone committing the crime, call 911.  Community involvement is essential to successful reduction efforts.  Help us help you!  Click here for online reporting of existing graffiti.

• THE UNITED STATES 2010 CENSUS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER:  Census Day is next year on April 1, 2010.  Why Should I Fill Out My Census Form?  In March 2010, forms will be mailed throughout the U.S. kicking off the 23rd National Census.  Should anyone question why they should fill out and return the forms, here are some facts about the Census that may not be widely known.  Learn more about the 2010 Census by clicking here.

• OCTOBER 2009 "INSIDE SAGINAW" CITY NEWSLETTER:  Inside Saginaw is a monthly publication for the residents, business owners and visitors of our great community.  Inside each issue contains important information about upcoming activities, programs and announcements that might be of interest to you.  Click here for more info.  Below is a list of articles in this month's newsletter:

  • Fiscal Year 2009-2010 Budget Highlights

  • Please Trim Your Trees That Hang Over Your Street

  • City Council Election

• FISCAL YEAR 08/09 BUDGET:  The Saginaw City Council has approved the Fiscal Year 08/09 budget and has the highlights available on our web site.  The budget is balanced using a tax rate of 0.446.  This is one cent lower than the tax rate last year.  For more info, you may click here.

• NEW WATER / SEWER RATES:  The Saginaw City Council has approved the water and sewer rates for the fiscal year 08/09.  For more info, you may click here.

• MANDATORY WATER CONSERVATION: The Water Conservation Ordinance prohibits watering landscapes between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. every day during the year. Watering by hand or with a soaker hose is allowed. For more information, click here.

• CITY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARD:  The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of Saginaw by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).  This is the 16th year in a row that the City of Saginaw has received this prestigious financial award.  For more info, click here.