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The result was a 22% tax cut and a tax savings of 4 cents for each of its residents.

From the Office of Commissioner Ken DeMerchant:

February 11, 2020, is Safer Internet Day. It marks a day to promote awareness of internet safety.

On February 4^th at Commissioners Court, Fort Bend County Commissioner Ken R. DeMerchant motioned for an action item that will provide continued Cyber Security and enhance the County’s’ technology services.

Commissioner Ken DeMerchant stated, “As a Software Engineer I know the daily threats from the cyber world, from hacking to phishing, and election machine security we must safeguard the County of these threats. The agenda item is the first step of my pilot program to find innovative ideas to expand the County’s security.”

In commemoration of Safer Internet Day, DeMerchant also shares an important message about digital responsibility. “Internet safety should not be taken lightly in today’s globally interconnected world.”

While the internet provides global connectivity and knowledge available at our fingertips with an enormous amount of information that can be vital to many, it can also be a dangerous tool. Children and young adults can become exposed to negative experiences impacting themselves and others.

Internet risks on children are many but some of the more prevalent are:

• Digital footprint- Children leave a digital footprint that can affect them and others around them
• Inappropriate Content- Children exposed to unreliable and inappropriate content
• Advertising- Pop ups and spam material influencing habits
• Bullying/ Abusive contact- Cyberbullying and comments as well as being approached by unknown predators
• Disinformation- Inaccurate or false information

For students who live in Sugar Land the program can cut down on travel times for commuters.

Applications for the Sugar Land 4B Corporation Joint Capital Improvement Grant Program (JCIP) will be accepted through February 28.

K-9, Jackie, passed away today, January 21, 2020.

The Keeters will be installing a new state-of-the-art video board on our state of Texas display in center field.

The luncheon celebrates the outstanding performance, leadership, and contributions of Sugar Land’s diverse business community.  

Rate increases approved by City Council in September will appear on January water bills.

Long-time Director of Aviation Phillip W. Savko, 63, recently died after complications from a prolonged illness.

Santa and Mrs. Claus are bringing their holiday magic to Sugar Land Town Square for the 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 6, from 5-8 p.m.

The city of Sugar Land will accept applications through Dec. 5 for the next Sugar Land 101 class scheduled to begin in January 2020. 

A prayer rally will be held for 15-year-old Austin High School football player Jordyn Hawkins, September 27.

Sugar Land City Council approved the fiscal year 2020 budget of $272.6 million and tax rate of 33.2 cents at their Sept. 17 meeting.