May 25, 2025

College Station Hosts First Memorial Day Ceremony

News Summary

College Station will host its first local Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Park, organized by the newly formed Aggieland Legion Post 1938. Featuring speeches from veterans and performances by the Brazos Valley Chorale, the event will honor those who served. Additionally, updates on city activities include street maintenance investments and a recent city council meeting addressing park improvements and crime updates.

College Station to Host First Memorial Day Ceremony by New American Legion Post and Updates on City Council Activities

College Station will commemorate its first local Memorial Day ceremony on May 26, 2025, at 11 a.m. The event will take place at Veterans Park, close to the Never Forget garden. This important observance is being organized by the newly formed Aggieland Legion Post 1938, marking their inaugural patriotic event.

Roy May Jr., the Post Commander and a retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class, will deliver the opening remarks at the ceremony. The keynote speech will be presented by Roy May Sr., a retired U.S. Army Colonel and Vietnam veteran. The program is expected to include contributions from several organizations, such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the Marine Corps League, Wreaths Across America, and various veterans’ service organizations.

The ceremony will feature performances by the Brazos Valley Chorale, including the National Anthem, and will culminate in a solemn wreath-laying at a replica of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Following the ceremony, attendees can enjoy a time set aside for socializing, which will include a free lunch and lawn games.

Street Maintenance Updates

In other city news, Emily Fisher, the Director of Public Works, provided an update on the city’s street maintenance plan during a recent appearance on WTAW’s The Infomaniacs. The city has invested over $10 million in the past year to maintain 368 miles of city streets. To further engage the public, an open house regarding the street maintenance plan is scheduled for May 28, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at College Station City Hall.

City Council Meeting Highlights

The city council recently held a meeting where they discussed developments in Bryan’s Midtown Park, including a significant $5.6 million contract for park improvements. This contract covers essential enhancements such as the rehabilitation of the lake dam, the construction of a shared-use path, and necessary repairs to Rountree Drive.

The city manager has also communicated the availability of a $2 million foundation grant aimed at complementing a $2.5 million budget designated for playground development. The council expressed satisfaction with the current progress of the playground initiative following recent adjustments in contracts.

Crime Update

Agendas for the Future

The Aggieland American Legion, formed earlier this year, meets every third Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. at College Station Fire Station #6. As the community embraces new initiatives and honors its veterans, the first Memorial Day ceremony presents an opportunity for local citizens to come together to remember and pay tribute to those who have served.

As College Station continues its efforts to improve infrastructure and community engagement, these updates reflect the city’s commitment to enhancing quality of life and fostering a sense of civic pride among its residents.

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