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Team,
We are officially in the dog days of summer. First, I want to express my special thanks to those of you who work outside in this heat. Supervisors, please remember to check in with your teams and ensure they have what they need to stay safe and healthy while working outdoors.
With high temperatures ahead, now may be the perfect time to use your Summer Self-Care PTO Day. Don't forget that this expires at the end of September. This Summer Self-Care Day will provide you with the opportunity to take some time to focus on yourself.
As summer progresses and the current fiscal year starts wrapping up, we are reviewing departmental requests we have received for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2024. I cannot express my gratitude enough for everyone’s work toward a successful 2024.
Also, please remember that the next Department Leader meeting is coming up on Thursday, July 20, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Tyler Police Department training room at 711 W Ferguson St. We will focus on Citywide initiatives for the next year. Department leaders if you are unable to attend, please send a representative in your place.
Thank you all for being Called to SERVE.
-Ed Broussard
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Learn how to stay cool this summer!
How to Avoid Heat Illnesses
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Independence Day is the start of the "Dog Days of Summer," a period the Farmer's Almanac marked from early July to mid-August characterized by low rain and high heat. Weather watchers predict that the summer ahead may bring historic heat waves. Extreme heat is defined as an outdoor temperature that hovers 10 degrees or more above the average high temperature and lasts for several weeks.
Don’t let extreme heat ruin your summer fun. Every year, there are more than 600 heat-related deaths. Heat illnesses can occur suddenly and have serious consequences. Get familiar with the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and learn what to do should you or someone with you experience symptoms. Here are tips to say safe in the heat:
- Watch weather-related monitors such as the heat index and the UV index.
- Limit midday outdoor activity when the sun is hottest. Schedule workouts and activities earlier or later in the day when it is cooler.
- Stay hydrated. Experts advise about a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes in extreme heat, whether you feel thirsty or not.
- Avoid alcohol, coffee, tea, and caffeinated soft drinks that dehydrate the body.
- Replace salt and minerals: Heavy sweating removes your body’s salt and minerals. Sports drinks can help replace them.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- Wear and regularly reapply sunscreen. Sunburn affects your body’s ability to cool down and can make you dehydrated.
- Monitor those at high risk: Children, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions.
- Be alert for signs of heat stress and early signs of heat-related illness.
- Seek medical care immediately if you have symptoms of heat-related illness.
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New Employees Joining Us This Month
New Employees for the month of June!
Please join us in welcoming our newest City of Tyler employees!
From left to right:
Front row:
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Freddy Alvarado
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Transit
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Sonia Burdett
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L. P. Water Plant
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Back row:
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Nicholas Hukill
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Streets
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Christopher Cambry
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Legal
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Cedric Caldwell
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L. P. Water Plant
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Jessie Hughes
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Wastewater Treatment
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James Campion
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Water Production
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Sandra Nunez
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Tourism
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Kandy Suggs
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Development Services
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Brandon Standefer
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Development Services
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We are very excited to have them join our team!
Budget Season is upon us! Don't forget that the Department Leader Meeting is coming up. Be there July 20 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Police Department.
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Don't forget that you have additional PTO day for this summer until September 30! This Summer Self-Care Day is for you to focus on you. Use the hours code:
93 Called to Serve / Self Care
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Free City Employee Pet Adoption
Are you looking to adopt a new furry friend? Remember that as a City employee, you can adopt an animal from Tyler Animal Services for free!
Roses and Weeds:
Meet District 5 Councilmember Lloyd Nichols
Have you listened to our Roses & Weeds podcast?
In this episode of Roses & Weeds, In this episode, Adriana Rodriguez and Julie Goodgame sit down with our new District 5 Councilmember, Lloyd Nichols, to get to know him. Join us as we discuss everything under the sun—from celeb lookalikes to his Marine Corps service to his favorite foods! Be sure to visit his page on our website if you want to learn more about Lloyd!
If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.
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2022-2023 Annual Reports now available
 Read and download the 2022-2023 Annual Report in English and Spanish
State of the City Video
Tyler is transforming! Click the link below to see our 2023 State of the City video which highlights our big projects, initiatives and ever-changing city.
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