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May 27, 2022

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Memorial Day Ceremony Tomorrow

Gather with us at 10am tomorrow, Saturday, May 28 at Veterans Park (3900 Main Street) for a special ceremony 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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City Offices and Facilities Closed for Memorial Day

City of Rowlett offices & facilities, including the Community Centre, Library, Municipal Court & Animal Shelter, will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observation of Memorial Day. Please note that FCC will not conduct garbage collection on their regular schedule. Trash collection will run one day behind and Friday routes will be picked up on Saturday.


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Pollinator Garden Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony 

On Thursday morning, we gathered to celebrate Rowlett’s first official city owned and maintained pollinator garden at Schrade Bluebonnet Park!

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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…

Neighborhood Planning News        

Congratulations to our 2022 Spring Yard of the Season winners


Visit the Yard of the Season webpage here to take a look at more amazing photos of the winner’s yard and find out more about Yard of the Season!
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Linda Hardy

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Chance and Joel Rivera    

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Julie Barley    

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2022 Spring Texas Smart Yard Spring Season Winner

Congratulations to our 2022 Spring Texas Smart Yard Spring Season winner, the Diop Family! They were chosen for their healthy and vibrant eco-friendly garden that supports and encourages healthy pollinator habitats.

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Honorable Mention

The Neighborhood Planning team also wanted to recognize with an honorable mention the Rose Family for their water management methods. 

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NeighborFest

Calling all seniors! Come meet your peers, come and go style, at the historic Coyle House lawn on June 11th from 9-11am! The Coyle House is located behind the Rowlett Community Centre at 5300 Main Street.

We'll have fun games, light snacks, and installations meant to gather your thoughts on senior development, and highlight Rowlett's history. Check out more info on NeighborFest here! In case of rain, the event will be held inside at the RCC!  

Police Department News                 

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Texas Crime Prevention Association Meeting

Recently, the Rowlett Police Department hosted the North Texas Crime Prevention Association meeting at the Rowlett Community Centre. The departments in attendance were Carrolton PD, Lewisville PD, Greenville PD, Euless Pd and Trophy Club. Training this month consisted of child safety CPR, proper car seat installation, and swimming/pool safety.

Fire Department  News                 

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Retirement Ceremony 

Our incredible EMS Battalion Chief, David Hooker, retired on Wednesday. Thank you, Chief Hooker, for your 32 years of service with the Rowlett Fire Dept. and serving the citizens of Rowlett.

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Parks & Recreation News               

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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.
More info…

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 Rowlett Public Library News         

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Kids had a SUPER time at the Library’s DC vs Marvel superhero program. 

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Next Week’s Library Programs

Please note that there will not be any clubs or storytimes on May 31. 

Tulsa Race Riot Film– Thursday, June 2 @ 6:30 pm

More info about these and all the other great Library programs…

 Environmental Health Dept. News  

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Last Week’s Food Establishment Inspection Scores

Here are last week’s food establishment inspection scores:
Just Smoke 100
Chef Chen 81
Five Below 100

To view more food establishment inspection scores please visit the Environmental Health website here...

Scoring: Each item on the inspection form carries a demerit value of 3, 2, or 1 point(s) based on the violation severity.  For example, a score of 91 could represent 3 violations at 3 demerits, or 3 violations at 2 demerits and 3 violations at 1 demerit. A score of 100 is the best possible score.  
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Is This a Code Violation?

Blowing grass clippings, and leaves into the street or storm drain is a violation of the Rowlett Code of Ordinances, Sec 22-122.  Blowing, sweeping or depositing yard waste into the storm drain may cause drain to become clogged and cause flooding.  Also, blowing, sweeping or depositing yard waste on sidewalk, street or driveway can lead to the waste ending up in the creek or lake during rain events, which can kill fish and other aquatic life.   
Tips to help keep yard waste on the lawn where it belongs:
· Leave it on the lawn
· Blow or sweep grass clippings into yard
· Compost

For more information regarding yard waste visit - North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) - Yard Waste Brochure for Homeowners (English/Spanish) and for Landscape Maintenance Companies (English/Spanish)

Engineering Department News         

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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction

The storm sewer mainline on Lisa Dr. is almost complete. Contractors also began cutting the westbound side of Kyle Rd. down to grade this week.
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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...
June 7 @ 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 

There a no scheduled Boards & Commissions meetings next week.

Agendas and Meeting Minutes 
Meeting Calendar

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The Rowlett Action Center

Your one-stop-shop for assistance!

Call 972.412.6100 for in-person help. 

Submit a request or ask a question here...

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