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The Collection Station will be closed on November 24th, 25th. and the 26th. and will reopen on the 28th to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Kenedy Regional Airport 2020 General Aviation Airport of the Year.

Accepting the award is Airport Board Chairman, P. Malcolm Gulley

Labor Day Event Friday, September, 2nd (carnival & vendors only), and Saturday, September 3rd. It’s free for all! This event will be held at Joe Gulley Park. There will be music, food, fireworks, craft vendors, carnival rides, and a movie. Since this event is in the City Park we wanted to remind our citizens of the rules in the park that will be in place. No glass containers are allowed, this is an alcohol-free and tobacco-free event., no weapons, and no golf carts or utility vehicles are permitted. Please come out and enjoy the event and be safe.

To Our Community:

It is with the deepest regret that we must announce the cancellation of this year’s 2022 July 4^th Fireworks event scheduled for Sunday, July 3^rd at the Joe Gulley Park. We know that this will come as an enormous disappointment, not only to the food vendors, retail vendors, and sponsors but also to our community.

This is not a decision that we have taken lightly but there are many concerning factors that have caused us to make this decision at this time.

The uncertainty caused by the drought-like conditions, adverse temperatures, and the recent burn ban that was issued for all of Karnes County, brought us to this decision.

Our primary concern is always the responsibility we feel towards our community – to always provide them with a safe and welcoming environment during our events.

Again, on behalf of the City, we would like you all to know how deeply sorry we are about not being able to execute our event and any unfulfilled expectations that this may cause. We truly appreciate each one of you and hope you continue to attend our future events.

On June 17, 2022, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system City of Kenedy, PWS ID 1280002 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the possible presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of June 21, 2022

If you have questions, contact Gary Paredez at 830-583-3217 Ext 3.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems

 6/17/2022>

Due to WATER MAIN REPAIR AND LOSS OF WATER PRESSURE, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the CITY OF KENEDY, PWS 1280002 public water system to notify all customers who reside on Bluebonnet Drive, to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).

To ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.

In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, public water system officials will notify customers that it is safe for drinking or human consumption purposes.

Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Gary Paredez at (303 W. Main, (830)583-2230, or (830)583-3217.

The public water system customers and the executive director shall be able to reach the public water system at one of the numbers listed in this notice. If a customer, individual, or employee wishes to contact the executive director, please call (512) 239-4691.

The City of Kenedy has a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Board.  If you are a citizen of Kenedy and are interested in being a member, please contact the city secretary with your letter of interest.

The City of Kenedy has vacancies on the Park & Recreation Board.  If you are a citizen of Kenedy and are interested in being a member, please contact the city secretary with your letter of interest.

The City of Kenedy offices will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022 in observation of Presidents’ Day and will reopen on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.

The City of Kenedy Collection Station will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022 and will reopen on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

Waste Collections will be running a normal schedule.

The San Antonio River Authority is currently having concrete work done in the parking area of the park at the 5th st entrance. We will have that access closed starting today through the 22nd.

Boil Water Rescind Notice

On February 8, 2022, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system City of Kenedy, PWS ID 1280002 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers on Park Place and Boardwalk streets that due to the possible presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of February 10, 2022

If you have questions, contact Gary Paredez at 830-583-3217 Ext 3.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

Date: 2/8/2022

To: Citizens of Kenedy, Park Place, and Boardwalk Streets

From: Public Works water department

Re: Water Restored

The City of Kenedy has successfully repaired a major water leak on the southeast end of Boardwalk and Park Place Streets. The water service has been restored and should be at normal water pressures. Some residents may experience air in the line. This is normal and should go away with a little flushing of the lines. The Boil Water notice for this area will remain in place until it is rescinded which generally takes a couple of days. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, we will post a notice to let you know.

We thank you for your support and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for your cooperation

Gary Paredez,

Public Works Director,

City of Kenedy

Date: 2/8/2022

To: Citizens of Kenedy, Industrial Street horseshoe

From: Public Works water department

Re: Water outage

The City of Kenedy is working diligently to repair a major water leak on the southeast end of Industrial Street. Residents may experience lower than normal water pressures. When the leak is repaired, all pressure will return to normal. When the water is turned back on, a boil water notice will be in effect. This will remain in place until it is rescinded which generally takes a couple of days. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, we will post a notice to let you know.

We thank you for your support and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for your cooperation

Gary Paredez,

Public Works Director,

City of Kenedy

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems

 <02/08/2022>

Due to WATER MAIN REPAIR AND LOSS OF WATER PRESSURE, on Boardwalk and Park Place, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the CITY OF KENEDY, PWS 1280002 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).

To ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.

In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescind the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Gary Paredez at (303 W. Main, (830)583-2230 or (830)583-3217.

The public water system customers and the executive director shall be able to reach the public water system at one of the numbers listed in this notice. If a customer, individual, or employee wishes to contact the executive director, please call (512) 239-4691.

On January 28, 2022, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system City of Kenedy, PWS ID 1280002 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the possible presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of January 28, 2022

If you have questions, contact Gary Paredez at 830-583-3217 Ext 3.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

To: Residents of Bluebonnet Street
From: Public Works Water Department

Re: Service Interruption

The City of Kenedy is making a necessary tie-in on a main water line. To do this, it will be necessary to turn off the water to your service area for approximately 4 hours starting at 9:00 am today 1/28/2022. When the tie-in is finished we will open the water line back up and flush the air out of the line. It is possible that some air will still be trapped in your service line. This will go away with a little flushing.

We thank you for your support and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Gary Paredez
830-583-3217 Extension 3
Public Works Director
City of Kenedy

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems

 <01/26/2022>

Due to WATER MAIN REPAIR AND LOSS OF WATER PRESSURE, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the CITY OF KENEDY, PWS 1280002 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).

To ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.

In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescind the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Gary Paredez at (303 W. Main, (830)583-2230 or (830)583-3217.

The public water system customers and the executive director shall be able to reach the public water system at one of the numbers listed in this notice. If a customer, individual, or employee wishes to contact the executive director, please call (512) 239-4691.

The Texas Workforce Commission (“TWC”) is the entity responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act in the State of Texas. You have one year after an alleged violation to file a complaint, but you should file it as soon as possible. Go to https://www.tdhca.state.tx.us/fair-housing/complaint-how-to.htm to file a complaint.

Stage I, II, III, IV landscape irrigation days. For Stage I, II, III, and IV the landscape irrigation days for residential and commercial properties will be according to the street address and according to the following.  If the last digit of the street address ends in:

• 0 or 1 the irrigation day is Monday,
• 2 or 3 the irrigation day is Tuesday,
• 4 or 5 the irrigation day is Wednesday,
• 6 or 7 the irrigation day is Thursday,
• 8 or 9 the irrigation day is Friday.

If there is no street address associated with the property such as a parkway or if there is more than one (1) street address associated with a single contiguous property the irrigation day is Wednesday.

The City of Kenedy is aware of low water pressure on Graham Road.  We are diligently working to rectify the situation.  Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding with this matter.

The City of Kenedy offices will be closing on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 12:00 Noon and reopening on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in observation of the Christmas holiday.

The City of Kenedy Collection Station will be closed on Friday, December 24, 2021 and will reopen on Wednesday, December 29, 2021.

In observance of Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25, 2021, Waste Collections will be running on normal schedule due to the holiday falling on Saturday.

The City of Kenedy offices will be closing on Friday, December 31, 2021 and reopening on Monday, January 03, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. in observation of the New Year’s Day holiday.

The City of Kenedy Collection Station will be closed on Friday, December 31, 2021 and will reopen on Monday, January 03, 2022.

In observance of New Year’s Day, Saturday, January 01, 2022, Waste Collections will be running on normal schedule due to the holiday falling on Saturday.

The City of Kenedy has recently subscribed to Savvy Citizen, a notification system which allows municipalities to easily and effectively communicate with their residents via push notifications, text messages or e-mails.  Savvy Citizen is more than a notification system as it allows the City of Kenedy to keep up to date on community events, helpful information, road closures, alerts and much more.

Available on Android, iPhone/iPad and desktop, residents of Kenedy can choose to receive notifications with push alerts on their smart phone, or they can browse in-app for a full listing of their notifications, alerts and community events.  Those without smartphones can sign up via savvycitizenapp.com/signup and select to have text notifications or e-mails sent to them.  Whether it is a road closure, a change in trash or recycling pick up due to a holiday, a fun local event or significant municipal meeting, Savvy Citizen has a complete scheduling system that allows municipalities to communicate with residents of Kenedy.

In addition, when residents sign up for Savvy Citizen for their municipality they are also prompted to sign up for neighboring communities where they may work or play. This enables “non-residents” to receive notifications and events from other municipalities and areas of interest, as well.  Don’t miss out on the next notification from the City of Kenedy. Sign up for Savvy Citizen for FREE via the App Store, the Google Play store, or at savvycitizenapp.com/signup.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

The City of Kenedy has received a Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) contract under the Community Development Fund from the Texas Department of Agriculture. In order to comply with the Civil Rights requirements of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act and the Fair Housing Law, the City of Kenedy has established policies, plans and resolutions to ensure that equal opportunities are afforded to all persons and that no person shall be excluded or denied program benefits on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or age. Policies include the following:

A copy of the above-mentioned plans, policies and resolutions are available at the City Hall in Kenedy, Texas.  Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling the City Secretary, at 830-583-2230.

FAIR HOUSING PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

To promote fair housing practices, the City of Kenedy encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the Texas Workforce Commission at (888) 452-4778 or (512) 463-2642 TTY: (512) 371-7473.

NON-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY STATUS

The City of Kenedy does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its program or activities.  Mr. William Linn, City Manager, has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8. dated June 2, 1988).

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION & GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES NOTICE

FOR THE TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM

The City of Kenedy has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Program.  Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at the City of Kenedy City Hall, located at 303 W. Main St, Kenedy, TX  78119 during regular business hours.  Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling the City Manager’s Office at 830-583-2230.  These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if he/she wishes to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG activities.  A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the TxCDBG project, may submit such complaint or grievance, in writing to the Mayor at the City Hall, 303 W. Main St, Kenedy, TX  78119 or may call 830-583-2230.  The City of Kenedy will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints or grievances within fifteen (15) working days where practicable after receipt of the original complaint or grievance.

SECTION 3 POLICY

The City of Kenedy has adopted a resolution to further Federal Section 3 compliance. Through the adoption of this resolution, the City strives to attain goals for compliance with Federal Section 3 regulations by increasing opportunities for employment and contracting with Section 3 residents and businesses where feasible.

EL ANUNCIO DE SERVICIO PÚBLICO

La Ciudad de Kenedy ha recibido un contrato de Subvención en Bloque de Desarrollo Comunitario de Texas (TxCDBG) bajo el Fondo de Desarrollo Comunitario del Departamento de Agricultura de Texas. Con el fin de cumplir con los requisitos de Derechos Civiles del Título I de la Ley de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario y la Ley de Vivienda Justa, la Ciudad de Kenedy ha establecido políticas, planes y resoluciones para garantizar la igualdad de oportunidades para todas las personas y que ninguna persona se excluirán o negarán los beneficios del programa por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, discapacidad, estado familiar,origen nacional o edad. Las políticas incluyen lo siguiente:

Una copia de los planes, políticas y resoluciones mencionados anteriormente están disponibles en el Ayuntamiento de Kenedy, Texas. Los ciudadanos también pueden solicitar que se les envíen los procedimientos por teléfono llamando al secretario de la Ciudad al 830-583-2230.

ANUNCIO DE SERVICIO PÚBLICO DE VIVIENDA JUSTA         

Para promover prácticas de vivienda justa, la Ciudad de Kenedy alienta a los posibles propietarios de viviendas e inquilinos a que conozcan sus derechos conforme a la Ley Nacional de Vivienda Justa. El Título VIII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1968, según enmendada, prohíbe la discriminación contra cualquier persona por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, discapacidad, estado familiar u origen nacional en la venta o alquiler de unidades en el mercado de la vivienda. Para obtener más información sobre vivienda justa o para reportar una posible discriminación en la vivienda justa, llame a la Comisión de la Fuerza Laboral de Texas al (888) 452-4778 o (512) 463-2642 TTY: (512) 371-7473.

NO DISCRIMINACIÓN EN BASE AL ESTADO DE INCAPACIDAD

La Ciudad de Kenedy no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en la admisión, el acceso o el empleo en su programa o actividades. Mr. William Linn, director de la Ciudad, ha sido designado para coordinar el cumplimiento de los requisitos de no discriminación contenidos en los reglamentos del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD) que implementan la Sección 504 (24 CFR Parte 8 de fecha 2 de junio de 1988).

PROCEDIMIENTO DE PARTICIPACIÓN CIUDADANA Y AGRAVIOS AVISO

La Ciudad de Kenedy ha adoptado procedimientos de quejas y reclamos con respecto a su Programa de Subsidios Globales para el Desarrollo Comunitario de Texas (TxCDBG). Los ciudadanos pueden obtener una copia de estos procedimientos escritos en el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de Kenedy, ubicado en 303 W. Main St, Kenedy, TX  78119 durante el horario comercial regular. Los ciudadanos también pueden solicitar que se les envíen los procedimientos por correo llamando a la Oficina del director de la Ciudad al 830-583-2230. Estos procedimientos describen los pasos que debe seguir un ciudadano si desea presentar una queja o reclamo sobre las actividades de TxCDBG. Una persona que tenga una queja o reclamo sobre algún servicio o actividad relacionada con el proyecto TxCDBG, puede presentar dicho reclamo o reclamo, por escrito al alcalde del Ayuntamiento, 303 W. Main St, Kenedy, TX  78119 o puede llamar al 830-583-2230. La Ciudad de Kenedy hará todo lo posible para responder completamente a dichas quejas o reclamos dentro de los quince (15) días hábiles, cuando sea posible, después de recibir la queja o reclamo original.

SECCIÓN 3 POLÍTICA

La Ciudad de Kenedy ha adoptado una resolución para promover el cumplimiento de la Sección 3 Federal. A través de la adopción de esta resolución, la Ciudad se esfuerza por alcanzar los objetivos de cumplimiento con las regulaciones de la Sección 3 Federal al aumentar las oportunidades de empleo y al contratar a los residentes y negocios de la Sección 3 cuando sea posible.

Please click on this link to download the flyer: Public Service Announcement

Collection Station Hours

In observance of Thanksgiving, the City of Kenedy Collection Station will have limited hours on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 till 11:30 a.m.  On Saturday, November 27, 2021 the facility will be closed for the day.

The City of Kenedy offices will be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 11, 2021.

Please place any payment in the lock box at the end of the ramp.

It is that time of year again for Toys for Tots in Karnes County! The City of Kenedy will assist in collecting and distributing the toys to the selected families. If you would like to donate toys or money you can drop them off at city hall or at JP 3 office in Karnes City at the Courthouse Annex. If you would like to nominate a family please get those names to us or the JP as soon as possible. The last day to submit names or donations for this year is Dec 10th, 2021.

We have received multiple messages about trash pick up scheduled for tomorrow with it being a holiday, we spoke to waste connections and they are scheduled to pick up trash. Please send us a message and let us know if they missed you. Thank you and enjoy your day!