Inventory Process Underway for Bryan’s Water Service Lines
The City of Bryan is conducting an inventory of water service lines to comply with EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Revisions. Learn how the process works, what it means for you, and how you can help.
Part of Elmo Weedon Road to Close Nov. 25 – 27 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Elmo Weedon Road, from the intersection of FM 158/Highway 30 to the Bryan city limits (near the county maintenance sign), will be closed from Nov. 25 – 27, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for road repairs.
The City of Bryan Sues to Block Out-of-State Interests from Raiding Brazos Valley Water
Joining with The Texas A&M University System, Brazos County, and the City of College Station, the lawsuit filed in the 472nd Judicial District seeks a hearing to determine whether limits should be imposed on the export of groundwater from the Simsboro Aquifer, the water resource for all the Brazos Valley.
City offices closed on Nov. 28 and 29 for Thanksgiving
City offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29, for Thanksgiving. If your regularly-scheduled container, brush or bulky collection is on Thursday or Friday, it will be collected the following day so our crews can enjoy the holiday with their families.
New Mixed-Use Development Planned for Downtown Bryan
The Bryan City Council approved a performance-based Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with OFL Group, a Bryan-based developer, to create a multi-phase, mixed-use destination at the northern gateway of Downtown Bryan during their Nov. 12 meeting.
Bryan City Council to Consider a Chapter 380 Agreement for Mixed-Use Development in Downtown Bryan
At their meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, Bryan City Council will consider a partnership through a performance-based Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with OFL Group, a Bryan-based developer, to construct a mixed-use destination at the northern gateway of Downtown Bryan.
It’s time to deck the halls and plan your holiday season in Bryan! We’ve gathered a list of holiday festivities to add to your calendar.
Holiday Magic Returns Dec. 5 to Sue Haswell Memorial Park
Celebrate the season at Holiday Magic, returning for its 26th year on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Sue Haswell Memorial Park. Admission, activities, parking, and shuttle are all free! Pets are not allowed.
Smoke Testing to Begin the Week of Nov. 4 in South Bryan
Residents in areas of Bryan near West Villa Maria Road and North Harvey Mitchell Parkway, as well as Leonard Road and North Harvey Mitchell Parkway, may see smoke emanating from various locations beginning the week of Nov. 4.
“On behalf of the City Council and myself, I am proud to announce the appointment of Melissa Brunner as our new City Secretary,” said Mayor Bobby Gutierrez. “Melissa’s 25 years of professional experience in local government and the exceptional work she has performed as Deputy City Secretary, give us full confidence in her ability to lead with the same dedication and excellence our community has come to expect.”
Ms. Brunner has served as the city’s Deputy City Secretary since May 1, 2023 and has been a certified Texas Registered Municipal Clerk since 2003. Prior to joining the City of Bryan, she served in the City Secretary’s Office for Fort Worth.
Additionally, Ms. Brunner received her Certified Municipal Clerk designation from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) in 2009, followed by her Master Municipal Clerk designation in 2021.
Since 2000, Ms. Brunner has been an active member of the Texas Municipal Clerk Association (TMCA) and has served on multiple association committees: Chair of Municipal Clerk of the Year, Chair of the Texas Municipal League (TML) Booth Committee, on the Advisory Management Committee, the Retirement Committee, the Strategic plan Committee, the Membership Committee, and two terms as the Chair of the Certification Committee. She currently serves on the Bylaws Committee, the Technology Committee, and the IIMC 2027 Conference Committee.
Ms. Brunner has been a member of and served in every officer position for the Capital Chapter of Municipal Clerks as well as serving on multiple committees. She was also a member of the North Texas Municipal Clerks Association Chapter while in the metroplex.
She was honored as the Capital Chapter’s Municipal Clerk of the Year twice and was the Chapter’s nominee for the Texas Municipal Clerks Association Municipal Clerk of the Year.
A proud alumna of Texas A&M University, Ms. Brunner holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Communication, and is excited to be back in Bryan serving the community she loves.
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