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Posted on: March 6, 2023

Easter Eggstravaganza - Saturday, April 1

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Join us from 10am-Noon in Pecan Grove Park for Rowlett’s Easter Eggstravaganza! Bring your baskets and hunt for treat-filled eggs, enjoy lots of kids activities and games, food trucks, and photos with the Easter Bunny.

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

Easter Pup-a-Palooza - Saturday, April 1

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Dogs of all sizes and breeds are invited to hunt for eggs filled with doggie treats at Scentral Bark from 2-4pm. Fun contests, too - Best Trick, Best Dressed, and Look-A-Like. Remember to bring your Easter basket, leash and proof of rabies vaccination!

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Posted on: February 23, 2023

2023 Facility Bond Election - May 6

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The Rowlett City Council has ordered special elections for Home Rule Charter Amendments and Facility Bond Propositions to be held in conjunction with the General Election for City Council on May 6, 2023. 

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

General and Special Election - May 6

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Positions on the ballot are Councilmembers Place 1, 3, & 5. You must be a registered voter to vote in this election! Please read on for candidate, early voting and election day information.

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

2023 Charter Amendment Election - May 6

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The proposed amendments were identified, with input from Rowlett residents, by the Charter Review Commission and approved by the Rowlett City Council for inclusion on the May 6, 2023 ballot.

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Friday @ 5 - Friday, March 24

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Weekly wrap-up of City operations, projects, events, news, and meetings. Great info - all in one place!

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

NTMWD Annual Water System Maintenance March 6-April 3

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Disinfection is a critical part of the water treatment process that keeps drinking water free of harmful microorganisms, such as parasites and viruses. Disinfection involves a two-step process that first treats the water at the treatment plant and then ch...

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

Lunch on the Lawn - Mondays in March

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Take your lunch break outside and soak in the beautiful beginning of spring! Every Monday in March from 11am-2pm, enjoy a variety of food trucks and fun in the the Village of Rowlett Downtown.

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Arts & Humanities Commission "Rowlett Sings!" Contest

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The popular singing competition for our community's talented amateur vocalists returns! Deadline for entries is April 1, live performance is April 29.

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Farmers/Craft Market - Thursdays Apr. 6 - Jun 29

Farmers Market Every Thursday Evening Through July

Enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors while shopping for produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, crafts and more!

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Miller Road Project Update - 3/23/2023

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In the 2018 CIP Bond Election, the citizens of Rowlett approved the reconstruction and widening of Miller Road from Dalrock Road to west of Chiesa Road. This project includes expanding Miller Road to a four-lane divided concrete roadway, with new sidewalk...

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Posted on: March 6, 2023

Teens, Serve on the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council!

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Attention Rowlett teens - are you looking for ways to give back to the community? If so, we have a spot for you: the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) is now accepting applications!

Comprised of seven regular members and six alternates, who are sophomo...

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Posted on: February 27, 2023

Rowlett Economic Development Receives Award

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The Texas Economic Development Council has recognized Rowlett Economic Development with their Economic Excellence Recognition Award for 2022!

The Economic Excellence Recognition program provides recognition to economic development organizations that meet a...

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

Spirit of Rowlett Award - Daniel Cabuya

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Every quarter, The City of Rowlett and the Neighborhood Planning Department present the “Spirit of Rowlett” award to a resident, organization, or business who is making a difference in our community. 

This quarter, the Spirit of Rowlett Award goes...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

AudioEye Accessibility Enhancement

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Govern Transparently and Inclusively. That statement is the first priority identified in the City’s Strategic Plan. Responsiveness to the needs of our residents, businesses and visitors, a core value of the organization, is a hallmark of the Cit...

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Posted on: June 6, 2022

Public Input Process - Let Your Voice Be Heard!

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Your City Council enjoys hearing from YOU during the Public Input portion of our City Council Meetings! It’s really nice to see you in person but we understand when schedules conflict and you are unable to attend. We’ve streamlined this process...

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Posted on: May 7, 2021

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

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Rowlett's water is extensively tested to ensure the system consistently maintains a “Superior” rating. This is the highest rating for water quality issued by the State of Texas!

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Posted on: September 9, 2022

Public Works Launches Mobile Reporting App

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The Public Works Department has made it easier to report issues you might come across while out and about in Rowlett! Check out the CitizenVUE web portal, and download the mobile app on Apple, Windows, and Google Play.

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Posted on: September 9, 2022

New City Office and Facility Hours Begin September 29, 2022

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Operating hours at City of Rowlett offices and some facilities will extend beginning September 29, 2022. As a service organization, adapting to the needs of our customers is paramount.

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