News Flash

All Lanes of I-30 Close Overnight Monday, March 20

• 9 p.m. Monday, March 20 through 5 a.m. Tuesday, March 21.

General and Special Election - May 6

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.

2023 Facility Bond Election - May 6

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. 

Facility Bond PropositionsProposition A - ...

2023 Charter Amendment Election - May 6

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.

Friday @ 5 - Friday, March 17

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

Main Street Detours @ Roundabout Begin 3/13

The roundabout will be closed for pavement repairs and traffic diverted to Skyline and/or Coyle Street. Work is expected to last 1-2 weeks, weather dependent.

NTMWD Annual Water System Maintenance March 6-April 3

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...

Lunch on the Lawn - Mondays in March

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.

Arts & Humanities Commission "Rowlett Sings!" Contest

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

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

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

March Mayor's Spotlight Video and Newsletter - A Chat with the Chief

READ the March Mayor's Spotlight (PDF) here...

WATCH the March Mayor's Spotlight...

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Miller Road Project Update - 3/7/2023

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...

Teens, Serve on the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council!

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...

Easter Eggstravaganza - Saturday, April 1

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.

Easter Pup-a-Palooza - Saturday, April 1

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!

Rowlett Economic Development Receives Award

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...

Spirit of Rowlett Award - Daniel Cabuya

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

AudioEye Accessibility Enhancement

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...

Public Input Process - Let Your Voice Be Heard!

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...

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

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!