Joshua Rendon, MBA - Alvarado City Council Ward 3 Place 6

10/20/2026

The City of Alvarado is teaming up with Trees for Texas and Atmos Energy for this project. Atmos has funded a 200-tree giveaway that will take place on Wednesday, November 11, with 15–30-gallon trees available for pickup at Glenwood Cemetery.

Trees will be available on a first come, first served basis, and are limited to one per household.

Please note that eligibility is not limited to those who live within the Alvarado city limits. Anyone whose home or property has an Alvarado, Texas address is eligible to participate. 🌲🌴🌳

10/17/2026

A beautiful day for a great event !!! Alvarado Fall Festival still going on!!! Come out and have a great time with your friends & family!!!

10/15/2026

So I overheard that we have over 70 we**ie dogs coming to race this Saturday 😳😳 and all I’m picturing is a cross between a we**ie and greyhound. 😳😳 You’re not gonna wanna miss this!!! 🌭🌭

10/09/2026

This week, I had the opportunity to step outside of City Hall and spend time alongside many of the men and women who work every day to keep Alvarado safe, running efficiently, and moving forward.

My week included getting out around the city with our Neighborhood Services / Code Enforcement team, learning more about property and building inspections, and spending time with Chief Building Official Paul Coker, Alexis Sartin, Charles Richardson, and Lisa Cabrera. Seeing their work firsthand gave me a much better understanding of what goes into maintaining our community and addressing the many issues they encounter each day.

I also spent time with Alvarado Police Chief Teddy May touring the Police Department, seeing the facilities and operations, and meeting many of the officers who serve our community. I finished that experience with a great ride-along with Lieutenant Gross, which gave me an up-close perspective on the responsibilities, challenges, and decisions our officers face while working to keep Alvarado safe.

Finally, I had the opportunity to tour our Fire Department with Chief John Rodgers and meet several of our local firefighters. I enjoyed learning more about their operations, equipment, training, and the preparation required to respond when our community needs them most.

After spending time with these departments, I walked away thoroughly impressed by the dedication, knowledge, and experience of our City staff. There is a tremendous amount of work happening every day that most of us may never see, carried out by people who genuinely care about Alvarado and the residents they serve.

As an elected Councilman, I believe part of my responsibility is to keep learning. The more I understand our departments, their people, their challenges, and their needs, the better informed I can be when making decisions that affect our city.

I learned a lot from everyone this week, and I’m thankful to each person who took the time to answer my questions, share their experience, and allow me to see their work firsthand. I’m proud of the team we have serving Alvarado, and I look forward to continuing to learn from them.

More to come!!!

10/07/2026

My lil man approved of tonight’s Fireworks!!! Great Night Out in Alvarado!!

10/05/2026

LOCATION CHANGE: Join us on the square on Tuesday, October 6th from 5-8:30pm for National Night Out!

09/24/2026

Michael Scott Named Interim City Manager for the City of Alvarado

ALVARADO, Texas — September 24, 2026 — The Alvarado City Council has named longtime municipal administrator Michael Scott to serve as Interim City Manager, bringing nearly three decades of public-sector experience to the organization.

Scott holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Texas and spent more than 22 years with the City of Waxahachie, serving as City Manager from 2017 to 2025 after previously serving as Assistant City Manager, Director of Planning, and Downtown Executive Director/Main Street Manager. His work included downtown redevelopment, implementation of Waxahachie’s Downtown Master Plan, establishment of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone, development services, infrastructure and management of a rapidly growing community.

“I am excited about the opportunity to join the City of Alvarado and work alongside its City Council, staff and community,” Scott said. “Alvarado has become a shining light in Johnson County over the past several years, and I’m looking forward to building on the tremendous momentum already underway.”

Scott said continuing the City’s investment in streets will also be a priority. “I’m looking forward to continuing the City’s commitment to ‘Fix the Dang Roads,’” Scott said. “The City has already completed approximately 25,000 linear feet of street improvements, but I know that number doesn’t mean much when there’s still a pothole in front of your house. The funding is in place, the City Council has approved additional street personnel, and the work is continuing. If you’ve got a pothole, a rebuilt road is in your future.”

Scott succeeds City Manager Paul DeBuff, whose five-year tenure has included significant organizational, infrastructure, economic development and long-range planning initiatives.

“Handing off a community and an organization that I have grown to love so much into such capable hands gives me great comfort,” DeBuff said. “Michael brings tremendous experience and a proven record of leadership. I know Alvarado will be well taken care of, and I am grateful to leave knowing the work underway will continue moving forward.”

During the September 21 City Council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Kevin Thomas publicly thanked DeBuff for his service and contributions to the City, and said that working with DeBuff was an honor, noting, “I appreciate you – you taught me a lot.” “Paul’s impact on Alvarado goes far beyond the projects completed during his time here,” Thomas said. “He built a team and an organization that believes in where Alvarado is headed. We are grateful for his leadership, his dedication to this community and the foundation he leaves behind. As we welcome Michael, I am confident we have someone who can pick up that torch and continue moving Alvarado forward.”

Mayor Jacob Wheat said Scott’s accomplishments in Waxahachie speak for themselves. “Michael Scott’s resume is the entire City of Waxahachie.” Wheat said. “You can see his experience in the incredible downtown area and in the growth and improvements that have taken place there over the past decade. Paul helped position Alvarado for an incredibly bright future, and now our responsibility is to carry that torch forward.” Scott will begin serving as Interim City Manager October 6, 2026.

Media Contact:
Bobbie Jo Taylor
City of Alvarado
817-790-3351
[email protected]

09/23/2026

The Millie Ferguson Skate Park has a new home!

Alvarado’s skate park has been relocated from Parkway Park to S. Bill Jackson to make room for the new basketball court at Parkway Park. The skate park is now open to the public during regular park hours, 6 a.m.–10 p.m., and the new location offers more shade for skaters and spectators to enjoy!

Originally established at Parkway Park, the park was named the Millie Ferguson Skate Park in 2008 to honor former Council member Millie Ferguson’s 35+ years of dedicated service to the Alvarado community.

Grab your board, bring your safety gear, and come enjoy some skate time at the new location!

09/21/2026

Just a little FYI

Gov. Abbott directed the TCEQ to halt any new permits authorizing data center projects until ERCOT completes its audit.

No state agency shall move forward with approvals related to the development of data centers until that information is acquired.

Read More: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-directs-tceq-to-halt-data-center-permits