7. Mr. Murden thanked everyone who has already contributed to the Mesquite Fire Department’s Fill-the-Boot Campaign. Since 1954, firefighters across the nation have been collecting funds for the Fill-the-Boot Campaign that benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The dollars raised benefit research, care, community support, and advocacy for individuals living with neuromuscular diseases. Keep an eye out for Mesquite Firefighters located in major intersections around town on Thursday

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7. Mr. Murden thanked everyone who has already contributed to the Mesquite Fire Department’s Fill-the-Boot Campaign. Since 1954, firefighters across the nation have been collecting funds for the Fill-the-Boot Campaign that benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The dollars raised benefit research, care, community support, and advocacy for individuals living with neuromuscular diseases. Keep an eye out for Mesquite Firefighters located in major intersections around town on Thursday, April 9, 2026; Friday, April 10, 2026; Thursday, April 23, 2026; and Friday, April 24, 2026. 8. Mayor Alemán announced that it’s time to sign up for Addressing Mesquite Day (AMD). This year, AMD will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026. For 22 years, this annual day of service has changed the lives of thousands of Mesquite homeowners and their families. If you know someone who needs assistance with exterior house or yard projects, encourage them to complete an AMD request form. Projects could include painting, landscaping, building a ramp or tearing down an old shed. The last day for homeowners to submit applications for assistance is Friday, June 26, 2026. Find out more at www.cityofmesquite.com/AMD. 9. Mayor Alemán announced that beginning today, City employees in the field will be wearing different uniforms. The change was necessitated by switching to a new vendor, and a need to update some uniforms for safety. Employees will be identified by Division name and the City logo.