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May 13, 2022

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General/Special Election Unofficial* Results

Mayor – Blake Margolis
Councilmember Place 1 – Brian Galuardi
Councilmember Place 2 – Jeff Winget
Councilmember Place 4 – Mike Britton
Councilmember Place 6 – Debra (Deb) Shinder

Thank you to all who participated in the General and Special Election. By casting your vote or running for office, YOU took an active role in shaping the future of YOUR community and we appreciate you!  
 
*Please note that all results are to be considered UNOFFICIAL until canvass of the election on May 16, 2022.
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Election Canvass and Recognition of Outgoing Councilmembers 

Monday, May 16

5:30pm @ City Hall
Join us as we canvass the May 7 election results, administer the Oath of Office to our new City Councilmembers, and recognize our outgoing City Councilmembers (pictured below) as we celebrate their contributions to our community! 
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Brownie Sherrill
Place 2
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Whitney P. Laning
Place 4
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Martha Brown
Place 6
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Pollinator Garden at Schrade Bluebonnet Park


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The Rowlett Parks and Recreation and Neighborhood Planning teams have collaborated to install the first official City-owned and maintained pollinator garden! This garden serves as a milestone for the City, marking a step forward in our journey to becoming leaders and advocates for the worldwide initiative that cares for and helps preserve habitats for all pollinators.
 
Last summer, the City of Rowlett became an official Bee City USA affiliate with the support and collaboration of Keep Rowlett Beautiful. As laid out in the Resolution adopted by City Council, the City sealed its commitment to act locally for the preservation and conservation of native pollinators and their habitats.
 
The Schrade Bluebonnet Park pollinator garden will serve not only as a place of social interaction but also as an educational space, with plans to bring to our community master gardeners and professionals in the field who can teach us all things pollinator-related!
 
We hope that you stay connected with us through this journey and that this work inspires each one of you to act locally to help build pollinator habitats in our community.
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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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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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Keep Rowlett Beautiful’s Great American Cleanup

Saturday, May 14
9am-1pm

Join KRB for a city-wide parks, streets, and neighborhood cleanup day. Individuals, families, schools, and groups are encouraged to help clean up our beautiful town!
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Police Department News                 

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This week, while Officer Ellen Farmer was at the Rowlett High School, she noticed that the JROTC group was outside doing a PT session. When she walked over to speak with the instructor (Officer Farmer was previously enlisted in the Air Force), a few of the cadets asked her to run with them.  She ran a few laps and answered questions they had regarding her military experience, then headed back to patrol.    
 
Thank you, Officer Farmer, for being such a positive role model for our Rowlett youth!

Economic Development News       

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Economic Development Week 

This is Economic Development Week – a time to promote and recognize the work of economic development professionals around the world.
 
Recognized by proclamation at last week’s City Council Meeting, Rowlett’s Economic Development Department works collaboratively with other community and regional partners to foster economic and community growth. The department works to create awareness and partnerships with our existing businesses through the Business Retention & Expansion Program.  Existing business growth accounts for approximately 80% of new jobs within a community, so this program is essential to our strategic actions!
 
The team conducts business attraction efforts as well, to bring in new jobs and investment to Rowlett.  This is accomplished through outreach with national and local site selection consultants, along with corporate and commercial realtors. By partnering with the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce, Rowlett’s Economic Development team collaborates on programing and outreach to assist entrepreneurs and help businesses connect to other partners such as Garland Independent School District and Dallas College for workforce development pipelines.
 
Learn more about the Rowlett Economic Development Department… 

Parks & Recreation News               

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Wet Zone Opens May 21 – Now Hiring Lifeguards!

Looking for a summer job? Come be a lifeguard at Wet Zone Waterpark. This is a perfect summer job when you are back home from college, or if you are in high school and looking for something to do this summer. Lifeguarding is a great way to build life skills, friendships, and your resume too. Must be 15 years or older to apply.
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Memorial Day Ceremony 

Mark your calendar and gather with us at 10am Saturday, May 28 at Veterans Park (3900 Main Street) for a special ceremony held to allow an opportunity to pay our respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our freedoms by serving in our nation’s armed forces.



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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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 Rowlett Public Library News         

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Marvel Vs. DC 

Saturday, May 14 @ 11am
Join us for the ultimate superhero faceoff. Pick your side and challenge your abilities. Enjoy Marvel vs. DC themed games, crafts, and the ultimate dance-off! Costumes are encouraged.

Engineering Department News         

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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction

Contractors completed installing the sanitary sewer line for Patricia Ln. Construction of the storm sewer on Patricia Ln. will begin next week.

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SH66 East Sanitary Sewer Line Phase 1 

Contractors constructed the aerial crossing across the creek. The creek was temporarily dammed, two 26 foot deep, 18-inch diameter piers were drilled and poured, and the new sewer crossing was constructed. All remaining testing is expected to be completed next week and the project is on schedule. 

  Next Week's City Meetings             


City Council

May 16 @ 5:30pm Election Canvass and Oath of Office Administration
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...
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Boards and Commissions 

Senior Advisory Board  - May 16 @ 10:00am
Rowlett Youth Advisory Council - May 16 @ 6:30pm
Economic Development Advisory Board  - May 17 @ 8:30am
Rowlett Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission - May 18 @ 7:00pm

Agendas and Meeting Minutes 
Meeting Calendar

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