City staff gave a presentation to the City Council on the successful Alamo Heights Centennial Celebration held from October 1st to 12th, 2022 to mark the city's 100 years as a municipality. A variety of community events were hosted over two weeks, including a 5K run, movie nights, National Night Out, and culminating in Centennial Fest which drew thousands with entertainment, food, music, and a fireworks show.

1. CITY OF ALAMO HEIGHTS
ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Buddy Kuhn, City Manager
SUBJECT: Staff presentation on Alamo Heights Centennial Celebration
DATE: November 14, 2022
SUMMARY
Presentation by staff on the City of Alamo Heights Centennial Celebration.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Alamo Heights became a municipality in June 1922 and celebrated its 100-year anniversary on
October 1st
to October 12th
, 2022. With the financial support of almost 20 sponsors and planning
and coordinating assistance from the CE Group, the City hosted two weeks of community events
and activities to celebrate the city’s centennial anniversary. Events included the following:
 Centennial Harvest Baskets
 Centennial 5K Fun Run
 Yappy Hour at Alamo Heights Bark Park
 ’09 Day with UIW Cardinal Football
 Trailgate & Movie Nights at Jack Judson Nature Trail
 National Night Out
 Fire/Safety Education Classes
 Centennial Fest
 The Argyle Experience
 Alamo Heights Howdy Parade
The culminating event for the 100-year celebration, Centennial Fest, welcomed thousands of
residents and visitors to Alamo Heights for entertainment, games, food, music, The U.S. Army
Golden Knights parachute team, and a fireworks and laser show.
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Buddy Kuhn
City Manager