City of Bedford, TX

H-E-B is on its way to H-E-B! ???? Earlier this morning, officials broke ground on the future H-E-B Mid Cities grocery store, located at the northwest corner of Cheek-Sparger Road and Rio Grande Boulevard (the road into the Glade Parks development). H-E-B Mid Cities, which is located in both Bedford and the City of Euless, will be approximately 126,000 square feet and feature an H-E-B Fuel station, car wash, pharmacy drive-thru, expanded grocery pick-up area, and True Texas BBQ within the store (with a dedicated drive-thru). The store will also include freshly made sushi, H-E-B’s signature tortillas, a deli with a cheese and charcuterie island, full-service bakery, and much more. ?? This location will bring 600 jobs to the area. During today’s groundbreaking, H-E-B donated $10,000 each to five non-profit organizations: HEB ISD Education Foundation, 6 Stones, Upright Theatre Company, The Clubhouse for Special Needs, and Serving Our Seniors. The long-awaited project has a projected opening date in mid-2026. More updates will be provided as construction on H-E-B Mid-Cities progresses.

The City of Bedford Fire Department has appointed Florentino "Tino" Paredes as its new Chief of Operations. Paredes brings more than 25 years of experience in fire operations to Bedford, joining from the McKinney Fire Department, where he served as Battalion Chief and played a key role in operational efficiency, personnel training, and emergency management. “Tino has an impressive career marked by steady growth, strong leadership, and an unwavering commitment to furthering both his education and experience,” said Bedford Fire Chief Bill Walker. “He brings a grounded, collaborative approach that will help strengthen trust within our department. He’s exceptionally prepared to guide our team forward.” Paredes’ background includes roles as battalion chief, captain, driver/operator, and firefighter/paramedic, with a strong record in operational oversight, resource management, and mentoring. Recently completing a master’s degree in organizational leadership, Paredes brings both extensive experience and a forward-thinking approach to his new role. His dedication and expertise are a perfect match for the Bedford Fire Department’s mission to enhance public safety and service excellence. “I am thrilled to join the City of Bedford as the new Chief of Operations, drawn by the department’s dedication to community service, and the safety of its residents,” Paredes said. “Bedford’s strong foundation and commitment to excellence align with my vision of advancing public safety initiatives and enhancing our operational readiness. I am eager to collaborate with the team and continue building upon the department’s success to serve our community at the highest level.”

We have lots to be thankful for in Bedford! ???? Members of the Bedford City Council and staff served a delicious lunch to around 175 of our community’s seniors today. We were also able to give away raffle prizes, provided by many sponsors. Thank you to everyone who helped and donated to make this year’s annual Thanksgiving lunch a success!

City Hall just got some new hardware! ?? Bedford’s Communications Division recently won eight awards, including top honors, for City produced videos at the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (TATOA) conference in Austin. The City took home: ?? First Place: Law Enforcement – Officer Tarango (Bedford Police Recruiting Series) ?? First Place: Storytelling – The Paranormal Investigation of Old Bedford School ?? Second Place: Editing – The Paranormal Investigation of Old Bedford School ?? Third Place: Profile of an Individual – Officer Tarango (Bedford Police Recruiting Series) ?? Third Place: Videography – Officer Brooks (Bedford Police Recruiting Series) ?? Third Place: Best Use of Video for Social Media – Crossing Guard Appreciation Day ?? Third Place: Best Use of Video for Social Media – “Home” In addition, Bedford took home the ? top honor ? of the evening, receiving first place in “Overall Excellence” in video programming. This was the first time the City has received this honor! This is also the most recognitions the City has received by TATOA. This year alone, there were over 500 award entries, a record-breaking year for the organization.

Looking for a change? We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Senior Plans Examiner to join the Bedford team! ???? If you’re someone who knows your way around blueprints, building plans, and has a passion for ensuring Bedford’s structures are up to code, we’d love to see your expertise in action! Build your career with us and apply online today at www.bedfordtx.gov/jobs.

Congratulations to our Senior Center staff! ?? Last week, they received two awards at the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) North Region Conference. Our team took home:? ?? Excellence in Senior Programming - HEB Senior Games ?? Lone Star Programming - Senior Lego Series We’re so proud of this group and thankful for everything they do for our Bedford seniors!???

It’s Municipal Courts Week! ???? To celebrate, City of Bedford Judge Murphy and Municipal Court staff visited with students from the Hurst-Euless-Bedford I.S.D. Court Systems and Practicum and Certified Patient Technician classes today. In addition, students got to ask Judge Murphy questions about his career as a judge. To learn more about Municipal Court, visit https://lnkd.in/g3xeyeNc.

Happy National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! ?? We are very grateful for this incredible team at the Bedford Animal Shelter and everything they do for our furry residents. If you’ve ever stopped by the shelter, our dedicated staff and volunteers are always ready to lend a helping hand! Interested in adopting? Many sweet cats and dogs are ready to find their fur-ever homes, so stop by 1809 Reliance Parkway today or visit www.bedfordtx.gov/animals to add a new member to your family today!?

Looking for a change? Join the Bedford Public Works team and take advantage of these exciting incentives for new hires through November: ?? $1,000 for new employees ?? $500 Class A CDL-Holders ?? $200 Class B CDL-Holders ?? $300 Class B Water Distribution License-Holders ?? $300 Class III Wastewater Collection License-Holders Find out more and apply online ?? www.bedfordtx.gov/jobs

Meet the Bedford Police Department’s newest duo, K-9 Rocky and his handler, Officer Kidd! ?? K-9 Rocky is a one-year-old Belgian Malinois and is certified in urban tracking, narcotics detection, and controlled apprehension. After finishing extensive training in September, these two are already on the streets and making a difference in our community. Watch to learn more about Officer Kidd and K-9 Rocky.