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Ride DART for Free to VoteDallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is providing free transportation to polling locations on the day of the Texas general election, May 7, 2022. Voters can ride at no charge on all DART buses, trains, the Dallas Streetcar, GoLink, Paratransit Services and the TRE between EBJ Union Station and CentrePort/DFW Airport Station.
No proof of voter registration is required to ride for free on May 7. Riders can use promo code VOTE22 at checkout for a complimentary Adult Local Day Pass in the DART GoPass app on May 7.
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Rowlett City Academy – Register Now! Ever wonder just how your local government works? Then the Rowlett City Academy is for you! In this 13-week academy, Rowlett residents learn how their elected officials interact with City staff and how the nine major departments work together to deliver City services on time, on budget, and with an eye to the future. Participants gain a deeper understanding of how local government works from the people who directly serve the citizens of Rowlett.
Registration is now open through May 25
Sessions take place every Thursday evening beginning June 2.
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May Mayor’s SpotlightThis month, Mayor Pro Tem Matt Grubisich is sharing all the spring and summer events (hint: Fireworks on Main!), Wet Zone activities and Library Summer Reading program.
Mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss all the fun!
Read the May Mayor’s Spotlight… |
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Community Investment Bond Program UpdateAt this week’s City Council Meeting Work Session, City staff provided the biannual CIP update. This update reviewed the status of active and completed projects approved by voters in 2015, 2018 and 2021 for the Community Investment Bond Program. Projects discussed included public safety, parks and recreation, street infrastructure, alleys, erosion control and utilities, and are at various stages in the process from inception all the way to nearing final completion. Watch the update…
The City of Rowlett’s interactive map website provides a graphical location and representation of all the bond election projects. Links to theses interactive maps, as well as the CIP update presentation, may be found by visiting the Engineering Department webpage of Rowlett.com. More info…
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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 sophomores, juniors or seniors appointed by the City Council, RYAC members will serve one-year terms from August to June of the upcoming academic year.
Duties and responsibilities of the RYAC include: acting in an advisory capacity to provide observations and make recommendations to the City Council regarding the needs and wants of Rowlett’s youth; educating the youth participants in the local political process; members will serve as messengers for the City of Rowlett and assist City Council in outreach to the youth in Rowlett; and will assist the City by volunteering for local City events. More info…
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May 4 - International Fire Fighter’s Day This day of recognition gives us all an opportunity to say thank you to the world’s firefighters for all that they do to keep our communities safe. We are so grateful for all the men and women who serve our community at the Rowlett Fire Department.
Even when our furry community members are in need, they answer the call! Earlier this week, the crew at Station 2 received a call dispatching them to their front parking lot. Out they went, only to find a resident with a Pug in active labor but having some trouble. They quickly realized she was having more trouble than they could help with, so they got on the phone and found an Emergency Vet that could help. A couple of hours later, the owner came back with Momma dog and her brand new puppies. SO CUTE!!
The Rowlett Fire Department truly goes above and beyond for the citizens we serve!
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National Detention Officers Week May 1-7 was Recognized by Proclamation as National Detention Officers Week at this week’s City Council Meeting. The Rowlett Detention Facility is staffed by dedicated, well-trained Detention Officers who are tasked with providing for the supervision and security of inmates twenty-four hours per day. Few citizens fully understand how demanding the work of a Detention Officer is. It requires due diligence and dedication, qualities that Rowlett Detention Officers routinely display as they tackle the challenges and opportunities presented daily in the management of the inmate population. Our Detention Officers consistently muster a can-do commitment to their work, creating and sustaining a safe workplace, making the best use of available resources, being an important part of the Criminal Justice System, and striving for excellence in everything that they do. There is not a day at the Police Department that Detention Officers do not make a difference in the level of quality policing evident in the City of Rowlett.
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Neighborhood Planning News
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Neighborhood Planning to Launch Resource Map The Neighborhood Planning Department is committed to working with all of our neighborhoods to provide quality customer-service and programs that meet the needs of our small communities through effective 360-degree communication, promote community involvement, and strengthen the relationships between neighborhoods and City staff.
Here’s where YOU come in – the Department is updating neighborhood contact information, which will then be placed on a Neighborhood Resource Map showing residents where neighborhood groups exist and how to reach them. Take a second to fill out THIS FORM and tell us about YOUR neighborhood…thank you for your help! More info...
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Rowlett Public Library News
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Arts & Humanities Commission Young Artists Exhibit Winners The exceptionally talented winners of the 2022 Arts and Humanities Commission Young Artists Exhibit were recognized at this week’s City Council Meeting. The Commission's goal for this annual exhibit is to recognize our community’s young local artists and their art teachers and is open to kids in Kindergarten through 12th grade (public, private and home-schooled students).
The Young Artists Exhibit gives kids the positive reinforcement and encouragement they need, for many this event is an important opportunity to display their artwork. It helps to validate them as developing artists and helps parents and community members to be more aware of the importance and impact of visual arts programs in our schools.
Check out the winning entries here…
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Rowlett Sings!
Congratulations to all of our Rowlett Sings winners for 2022! Missed Rowlett Sings? Be sure to catch up on Saturday night's show right here... |
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Painting on the Green
Saturday, May 7 at 4 pm @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown
Join the Arts and Humanities Commission and create your own masterpiece with Painting With A Twist! Coolers welcome, paint supplies provided, $50/person.
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Economic Development News
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National Small Business WeekDuring National Small Business Week, the Rowlett Economic Development team wants to recognize and honor the small businesses in the City of Rowlett, Texas! "We love the entrepreneurship, products and services you provide, jobs you create for our citizens and in the region, and that you chose Rowlett for your business location. We appreciate you!" said Libbey Tucker, Interim Director of Rowlett Economic Development.
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Child’s Play @ the RCC Child’s Play is back to its full-service schedule now! Don’t have a sitter but want to come work out at the Rowlett Community Centre? No problem! Head on over to the RCC and we will take care of your child while you enjoy your workout.
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Rowlett Senior's Activities
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This fun bunch were busy with field trips during April! Trips included a Globe Life Field in Arlington for the Rangers Vs Astros Game and a visit to the Canton Flea Market, where they found a gold mine of plants to brighten up their spring gardens.
More info on senior programming and events… |
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Ballfield Maintenance is Ongoing
The Parks Field Maintenance crew has been working hard to improve the field upkeep. They have implemented an improved strategy for both preparing the fields and getting them ready for play after a big rain fall. League participants have noticed and have sent their appreciation to staff!
Athletic leagues info…
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Farmers Market Rowlett Farmers Market continues every Thursday evening in the Village of Rowlett Downtown from 5:30-8:30pm through July 28. Visit with local vendors while shopping for produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, and more.
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Engineering Department News
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood ReconstructionContractors continued installing the sanitary sewer line for Patricia Lane. The homes on Kyle Road were placed on the new water line! |
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Next Week's City Meetings
City Council
Regular meetings occur the first and third Tuesdays of every month. The next meeting is...
May 17 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 5:30pm - check agenda for any updates once posted)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
More info...
Boards and Commissions Arts and Humanities Commission - May 10 @ 6:30pm
Planning and Zoning Commission - May 10 @ 7:00pm
Board of Adjustment - May 11 @ 6:30pm
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board - May 11 @ 6:30pm
Library Advisory Board - May 12 @ 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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