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Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget –City Council Workshop SessionsThursday, August 18
Monday, August 22
Citizens have the opportunity to engage the City Council with regard to the Proposed FY2023 Budget and tax rate. Highlights include a reduction to the City tax rate and the addition of several Police Officers. The FY2023 Proposed Budget takes into account available resources and allocates revenues to the highest strategic priorities identified in the City’s 2018 Strategic Plan. These priorities guided the development of the FY2023 Proposed Budget. More info…
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August Mayor’s Spotlight – All About Zoning
This month, Mayor Margolis highlights the complex subject of zoning. He provides an overview, the why's and how's, explains our comprehensive plan, and defines the processes in place to work with citizens, businesses and developers. Read it here…
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Volunteer for a City Board or CommissionDeadline to Apply is August 14Become involved in the decisions that shape YOUR community - volunteer to share your expertise, experience, and insight as a member of a City Board or Commission. While the time commitment is minimal, the opportunity to make a difference is significant. More info…
Boards and Commissions include:
• Animal Shelter Advisory Board • Arts & Humanities Commission • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission • Economic Development Advisory Board • Library Advisory Board • Parks and Recreation Advisory Board • Planning and Zoning Commission • Senior Advisory Board • Youth Advisory Council
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Summer Concert Series Continues… Dakota Ritter Scoop up the kids, grab a blanket and head on down to Main Street to unwind and have some fun in The Village of Rowlett Downtown Friday nights in August @ 7:30pm. We have a variety of genres this year, from rock and roll, to country, and to close out the series - some JAZZ. In addition to some amazing tunes, food trucks will be offering up tasty treats, so come hungry!
More info…
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Annual Pooch Plunge
Sunday, August 14 @ the Wet Zone Waterpark
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Close out the 2022 Wet Zone season and celebrate the “Dog Days” of summer with your furry BFF from 4-7pm during the Friends of Rowlett Animals’ doggie swim day! Proceeds from this popular event support the efforts of this amazing organization and benefit the homeless animals in our community. More info…
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BLAST Babysitter Class
Saturday, August 27 Designed for ages 10 and up, this program prepares kids to interview for a babysitting job, select safe and suitable games & activities, prevent accidents, perform first aid, and begin babysitting safely and competently. Sponsored by Rowlett Explorer Post One.
More info…
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Rowlett Fire Department Station 4 Crew Awarded STEMI Emmy
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On Wednesday evening, the crew from Rowlett Fire Department's Station 4 was presented this quarter’s STEMI Emmy from Baylor Scott and White Medical Center-Lake Pointe. When a heart attack strikes, receiving fast, lifesaving care is crucial to survival – and every second counts. For patients arriving by ambulance with a very serious type of heart attack called an ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), hospital staff is alerted during transport, allowing them to provide critical care immediately upon arrival. Congratulations to this crew for having "the fastest 911-to-balloon time"! Awardees (all are Firefighter/Paramedic):
Jacob Badridge
Todd Noggle
Morgan Conoly
Alyson Greenwald
Harrison Lancaster"The ongoing training we participate in proved its place here. Proud to serve the citizens of this great city!" |
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Community Development News
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Code Red Continues at the Rowlett Animal Shelter - Come Meet Juno! Breed: Siberian Husky Mix
Age: 2 yrs
Gender: Male
Color: White
How can you resist that one blue eye! Juno came to the Animal Shelter on June 9, 2022. A staff and volunteer favorite, Juno is an extremely friendly, happy guy with tons of personality. He is a bundle of love and can’t wait to share his affection with his new family. If you would like to meet Juno, or any of the other adoptable animals, please contact Animal Services at 972 412-6219. Check out all of the available pets on the City of Rowlett Animal Services Facebook page…
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Neighborfest Adopt-A-Thon
Saturday, August 20
7-9 pm @
Rowlett Animal Shelter (4310 Industrial St).
Join the Neighborhood Planning team for their third block party. Enjoy food, fun, cute adoptable pets, games, and more. |
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Check Out the Latest Food Establishment Scores Panera Bread - 95
Donut Palace - 90
Mia’s Donut - 90
Rowlett Donut - 89
Comfort Suites - 89
Taco Bueno - 88
Hot Donut - 86
Church’s Chicken - 58
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. More food establishment inspection scores...
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Is THIS a Code Violation? Parking a vehicle on an unimproved surface, like grass, is a violation of the Rowlett Code of Ordinances, Chapter 22-263. • All motorized vehicles shall be parked on a concrete surface. • All vehicles shall be parked on a required surface at least three feet from the rear property line, provided that vehicles on corner lots shall not be stored on any side of the lot adjacent to a street.
Why? Parking a motorized vehicle on the grass can:
• Pose a fire hazard • Pose a health risk due to mosquitos breeding in standing water of ruts • Pose a threat to the environment from fluid leaks such as oil or gasoline • Ruins neighborhood appeal
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Rowlett Public Library News
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Summer Reading ProgramThanks to everyone who attended our 121 events and to the 1,735 readers who participated in the Library’s Summer Reading Program! We had a blast encouraging everyone to read and sharing our love for the Library and we cannot wait to do it again next year. |
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A big thank you to this year’s Summer Reading Program sponsors…
Waterview Golf Club
Cici's Pizza
Raising Cane's
Bowl-a-Rama
Retrocade
Chick-fil-a
Cakegasm
Blaze Pizza
Rowlett Parks and Rec
Wet Zone Waterpark
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Arts & Humanities Commission Photo Contest2022 Theme – “Live, Work and Play Rowlett”
Do you have a passion for photography? Now is the time to get outside and take photos of your hometown! The Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission is accepting submissions at the Rowlett Public Library for this popular annual contest next weekend - August 19 and 20 - professionals, amateurs, and people of all ages are encouraged to submit up to three photographs taken within the last year. More info… |
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Welcome to Rowlett!
Introducing Officer Laura MacPherson, who graduated from the North Texas Council of Government Academy on Friday, August 5. Officer MacPherson grew up in Dallas and graduated from Texas Tech University in 2010. |
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Fall Cornhole League Registration closes Monday, August 15
Fee: $40/doubles
League play: September 2 - November 11
Come challenge the spring champions (pictured) and enjoy the cooler (we hope!) weather during our popular Cornhole On Main league this fall at The Village of Rowlett Downtown.
Call 972-412-6170 or register online here... |
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Engineering Department News
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood ReconstructionTiseo Paving Company’s utility contractor continued installing the new water line and new storm sewer on Leanne Lane and connected the new water line on Smartt Street to the existing water line on Miller Road. Tiseo continues with subgrade preparation on Kyle Drive. The south side of Patricia Lane and the eyebrow on Lisa Drive have been paved. |
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Miller Rd. Paving, Drainage and Utility Improvements Tiseo Paving Company’s utility contractor made the adjustments needed to continue installing the new 12-inch water line on the west of the Miller/Chiesa intersection. |
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Alley Reconstruction: Schrade Rd/Cousteau Dr, Cousteau Dr/Calypso Dr, Starboard Trail/Martha Ln
Texas Civil Construction finished the alley pavement in the Schrade/Cousteau alley and reopened it to residents Friday. Subgrade preparation continued in the Martha/Starboard Trail alley. |
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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...
August 16 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 5:30pm - check agenda once posted for any updates)
August 18 @ 1pm - Budget Workshop (check agenda once posted for any updates)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
More info...
Boards and Commissions
Senior Advisory Board- August 15 @ 10am
Rowlett Youth Advisory Council- August 15 @ 6:30pm
Economic Development Advisory Board- August 16 @ 8:30am
Rowlett Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission- August 17 @ 7pm
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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