Stafford Council approves JROTC military ball at Stafford Center and plans business symposium

The Stafford City Council meeting on April 2, 2025, highlighted a significant decision to support local youth by allowing the Stafford High School Army JROTC to host their 2026 military ball at the Stafford Center. Council members expressed enthusiasm for keeping the event local, emphasizing the importance of supporting community initiatives and reducing costs associated with hosting the event elsewhere.

Council member discussions revealed that the JROTC had previously held their ball in Richmond, which was deemed too far and costly. By utilizing the Stafford Center, the council aims to keep funds within the community while providing a venue that supports local students. A motion was made and unanimously approved to refer the matter to the Stafford Center Committee to work out the details and potential discounts for the JROTC.

In addition to the military ball, the council also discussed plans for the city's first business symposium scheduled for April 30, 2025. This event, organized in conjunction with Texas Workforce Solutions, aims to attract over a hundred local businesses and will also take place at the Stafford Center. The council agreed to refer this request to the Stafford Center Committee for approval of a discount, allowing funds to be redirected towards enhancing the event.

The meeting also included a moment of remembrance for Otis Brown, a long-serving city employee who recently passed away. Council members reflected on his contributions to the community and urged residents to keep his family in their thoughts.

Overall, the council's decisions reflect a commitment to fostering local events and supporting community engagement while honoring the legacy of dedicated city employees.