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Water Tower Lit in Support of UkraineThis week, the City of Rowlett lit the historic water tower in the Village of Rowlett Downtown in blue and yellow to honor and support the people of Ukraine. Thank you so much to Councilmember Blake Margolis for the beautiful photos!
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North Texas Municipal Water District The NTMWD Annual System Maintenance runs March 1-29. During this time, the NTMWD temporarily changes the disinfectant in the water treatment process. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year round water quality, however the absence of ammonia during these few weeks may make the chlorine disinfectant more noticeable. There are simple steps to minimize taste, odor or skin sensitivities, including placing a pitcher of water in the refrigerator overnight or adding a slice of citrus to the water. Adding a crushed 1000 mg Vitamin C tablet to bath water will remove the chlorine.
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DGNO Railroad Crossing Rehab – Street Closures to Occur DGNO Railroad will perform railroad crossing rehab on their Stanford Street crossing beginning Friday, March 11, as well as their Miller Road crossing, which begins Sunday, March 13. These roads will be completely closed at the crossing locations for the approximately 48-hour duration of each project. Please see the image for alternate route information – the same route will be used for both closings as they do not occur simultaneously.
- Stanford Street south of Chiesa will be completely closed Friday, March 11 beginning at 8am - Saturday, March 12 at approximately 6pm.
- Miller Road between Chardonnay Drive and Glen Hill Drive will be completely closed Sunday, March 13 at 8am - Monday, March 14 at approximately 6pm.
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Wet Zone Season Pass SaleThe 2022 Wet Zone Season Passes SPRING BREAK SALE is coming your way! The season pass sale will be from Monday March 7 - Sunday March 13. Be sure to purchase your season passes during the Spring Break Sale window to take advantage of all the discounts. To participate in this great deal, please call the City of Rowlett Parks and Recreation at 972-412-6170! More info... |
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Rowlett Fire Explorers Post One Receives National RecognitionCongratulations to these young adults – we’re all so proud of you, this is a BIG DEAL!!!
Rowlett Fire Explorer Post One has been recognized as the Junior Firefighter Program of the Year by the National Volunteer Fire Council. Explorer Post One is chartered by the Rowlett Citizen Corps Council and sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America’s Learning for Life Exploring Program, encouraging career education for young men and women between the ages of 14 and 20. Post One was established in 2007 as a Rowlett Citizens Corps Council program and has grown steadily since, working closely with the Rowlett Fire Department to integrate training and provide real life experience to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults.
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Yes, this really does happen…Firegfighters from Station 3…wait for it…rescued a kitty who though scooting up into a tree sounded like a GREAT idea (it wasn’t). The owners were so grateful to have their furry friend back in their arms - great job, guys!
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Public Works Department News
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Dalrock Road “Curves” FAQThere are two curves on Dalrock Road between Princeton and Liberty Grove that have become a focus for the City due to the number of crashes which have occurred. On the Dalrock south curve alone, sixteen crashes happened between 2016-2020. Eleven of these caused property damage to residential fences at five different homes. The cause of these crashes is mainly due to driver inattentiveness and speeding. The City is working on several mitigation measures and has developed an FAQ on Rowlett.com to provide residents information and updates.
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National Employee Appreciation DayHR staff passed out goodie bags to the entire City of Rowlett team on Friday to thank them for the exemplary dedication and service to our community displayed on a daily basis. A global pandemic? Ice storms? A tornado? Or simply the daily activities necessary to ensure Rowlett remains THE place to live, work and play – your City of Rowlett staff is on it and serves with passion, knowledge, talent, grace, and diligence – and we appreciate everyone on our team!
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Arts & Humanities Commission Awards Arts in Education Grant recipients are Rowlett High School and Steadham Elementary. Rowlett High School received $500 for color toners for the printing of student art projects and Steadham Elementary received $500 for an Art Terrarium. The AHC’s Arts in Education Grant Committee reviewed the applications for merit and decided which schools were to receive the awards and the amount. Thank you so much to the AHC for shining a light on these programs and their continued support of art education in our community’s schools! |
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Black Superhero Day Last Saturday was a super day at the Library with the Black Superhero Program. Kids constructed masks and capes and then tested their superhero abilities to save their sidekick and vanquish villains! |
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Homebuyer’s Workshop
Saturday, March 5 @ 10 am
Learn the basics of home buying and ownership, including financial management, budgeting, understanding credit, navigating the mortgage process, and homeowner responsibilities.
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Young Artist WorkshopTuesday, March 9 @ 1pm
Kids can get ready to enter the Arts and Humanities Commission’s Young Artists Exhibit. Bring a project you are already working on for some expert advice or complete our provided project.
More info about the fun programs at the Rowlett Library…
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Spring Athletic League Registration is Underway!Register by phone at 972-412-6170 or online… |
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Easter EggstravaganzaSaturday, April 9
10am – 2pm
Pecan Grove Park
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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Easter Pup-a-Palooza
Saturday, April 9
2 - 4pm @ Scentral Bark Dog Park (inside Herfurth Park)
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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Crime Tip From Your Friendly
Rowlett Crime Prevention Officer You have Medicare and a card to prove it.
Be on high alert if someone calls to say you need
a new card. Stop, disconnect, and call
Medicare to verify for yourself!
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Engineering Department News
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction
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Tiseo Paving Company’s utility contractor tied the new 8” Sanitary Sewer line into the existing sanitary sewer manhole at 3201 Kyle Road and started laying the new sanitary sewer line on the northside of Kyle Road. Crews started removing the existing 48” storm sewer line and began installing the new 5’x4’ storm box that is replacing the existing 48” storm sewer line.
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Lakeshore/
Windridge Alley Reconstruction
Aushill Construction began pouring the alley pavement this week and anticipates completing the pavement next week!
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SH66 East Sanitary Sewer Line, Phase 1
ANA Site Construction replaced another manhole, bring the total to 4 out of 13. An additional 200 LF of 30” sewer line was replaced this week.
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Next Week's City Meetings
City Council
Regular meetings occur the first and third Tuesdays of every month. March 15 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 5:30pm - check agenda once posted)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
More info...
Boards and Commissions
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting - March 8 @ 6:30pm
Arts and Humanities Commission Meeting- March 8 @ 6:30pm
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting- March 9 @ 6:30pm
Library Advisory Board Meeting- March 10 @ 6:30pm
Agendas and Meeting Minutes
Meeting Calendar |
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Your one-stop-shop for assistance!Call 972.412.6100 for in-person help. |
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