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9/11 21st Anniversary Memorial Ceremony
Join the Rowlett Fire and Police Departments at Fire Station 2 (8602 Schrade Rd.) on Sunday, September 11 at 8am as we honor those 343 firefighters and 60 police officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
We must never forget! |
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Movies On Main Scoop up the kids and come on out to the Village of Rowlett Downtown Friday evenings in September for family-friendly movies under the stars!
September 9: Encanto
September 16: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
September 23: Mitchells vs. the Machines
September 30: Clifford the Big Red Dog
More info…
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Senior Resource Fair
Tuesday, September 13 @ Rowlett Community CentreGet great info on senior living in our community, financial and medical services, and so much more! Event is sponsored by the Rowlett Senior Advisory Board (SAB).
Speaking of…follow the SAB on Facebook to stay engaged with other seniors in the community and to keep up with local activities and events for seniors.
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New Hours Effective September 29, 2022Hours at City of Rowlett offices and some facilities will change beginning September 29, 2022. As a service organization, adapting to the needs of our customers is paramount. The longer hours will enhance in-person service opportunities for residents who may experience challenges with the traditional 5:00 p.m. closing time. This strategic shift also provides the City a competitive edge to recruit and retain the best and brightest employees in a highly competitive job market. Read on… |
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Harvest Market on Main
Saturday, October 1 Enjoy the gorgeous early fall weather in the Village of Rowlett Downtown from 9am-4pm while shopping local craft, food and produce vendors - stay for lunch from yummy food and dessert trucks.
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National Night Out in Rowlett is Monday, October 3 The Rowlett Police Department invites you and your neighborhood to participate in National Night Out! Residents throughout the community are encouraged to turn on the porch light, lock the door and gather with neighbors to show unity against criminal activity. Many neighborhoods plan special events such as block parties and cookouts. If yours is one of those, the Rowlett Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works Departments would love the opportunity to drop in and visit with everyone. They can bring the SWAT vehicle, squad cars, fire engines, large construction vehicles and more for kids (and adults!) to climb on, into and enjoy. Members of the City Council and City staff will also be dropping in on all the celebrations. More info…
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Public Works Launches Mobile Reporting AppThe City of Rowlett Public Works Department has made it easier to report issues using the new CitizenVUE web portal and mobile app. If you’re out and about and see an item of concern, let us know with the app! CitizenVUE allows you to include comments, photos, and documents to provide additional details on the issue. So easy!
More info here... |
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Community Development News
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Code Red Continues at the Animal ShelterCome Meet Jade!Breed: Boxer Mix
Age: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Color: Brown/White
Spayed: Yes
Doesn’t Jade look like a pet model? She is such a doll and who could resist that face!! Jade is friendly, happy, healthy, and heartworm negative. She does tend to get a little nervous in new situations but adjusts quickly. Jade has been at the shelter since June 9 and is ready to share some love with her new furever family. If you would like to meet Jade or any of the other adoptable animals, please contact Animal Services at 972 412-6219.
See all of the available pets on the City of Rowlett Animal Services Facebook page…
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Congratulations, Zeke!Zeke has been a guest of the Shelter since last October. He had some behavioral issues but bonded with the shelter team very well. Zeke spent 326 days, 10 months, and 22 hours at the shelter before finally getting adopted this week!
His new family spent a long time (like, months!) working with him and making sure that they were doing everything right for him before bringing him home.This entire process has been absolutely amazing. Animal Services team-member Kristy Clark worked to facilitate the transition and was aided by the rest of the team, especially Khalia Morris who stepped in and worked with meet and greets with the other family dog. We couldn’t be happier that Zeke has found his furever home!!
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September is National Food Safety Education Month!Our Environmental Health team was recognized by proclamation for their hard work with our community’s food establishments at this week’s City Council Meeting.
More info and current health scores…
(l to r: James Hathorn, Janet Tucker, Councilmember Mike Britton)
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True or False?If a ready-to-cook food is contaminated with bacteria that could make you sick, freezing will kill the bacteria. Get the answer and further test your food safety knowledge by taking this quiz from the Food and Drug Administration…
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Neighborfest
Saturday, September 24, 6-9pm
Join us in the Village of Rowlett Downtown at Veterans Park for pop-ups, games, dancing, music, food, fun, and community! We'll bring out all of our installations from the mini-NeighborFest events and give you a chance to tell us what you want and need in your neighborhoods. More info…
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Spirit of Rowlett
We love this recognition, which highlights ordinary people doing extraordinary things in their neighborhood or our community. Do you know someone who should be recognized? Tell us here…
More info…
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Rowlett Public Library News
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month
During the month of September, those who register for a new library card and those who check-out materials will be entered into gift card drawings. Visit your Rowlett Public Library online or in person today!
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Apparition Appreciation
Saturday, September 10 @ 11am
To prepare for National Ghost Hunting Day at the end of the month, build your own ectoplasmic buddy and share a film with your newfound friend.
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Maker Monday – Cricut Basics
Monday, September 12 @ 6:30pm
Maker Monday is an in-person craft program for adults every 2nd Monday. Come learn something new, share with others, seek crafting advice, and meet other makers. Materials are provided free of charge. Ages 14 and up welcome.
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Economic Development News
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Planet Fitness
Planet Fitness is coming soon to the City of Rowlett! Watch for the opening of this club located near the intersection of SH66 and Rowlett Road (near Sprouts). More info about Planet Fitness… |
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Mmmm, Cookies!
The day shift had a special visit this week. These little Scouts from Troop 8082 were so nice to stop by the Rowlett Police Department and deliver cookies to our officers - thank you for this sweet donation!
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Taste of Fall Craft and Farmers Market
Thursdays 5:30-8:30 beginning September 22 Shop a variety of hand-made crafts, produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, & more! From pumpkin spice cupcakes to decorative fall wreaths, our market is a great way to celebrate the fall season every Thursday evening in the Village of Rowlett Downtown. More info…
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Engineering Department News
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Martin Drive/SH66 Traffic Signal
Roadway Solutions, Inc. installed the poles, mast arms and traffic signal heads this week and began running the new cables and installing the new controller and electronics.
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction
Tiseo Paving Company has completed the street paving on Patricia Lane and started preparing the driveways to be poured. Tiseo’s subcontractor is about 90% complete cutting grade on Smartt Street and is preparing for crews to move in to do the lime and cement stabilization on the subgrade. |
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Miller Road Paving, Drainage and Utility Improvements
Tiseo Paving Company’s utility subcontractor continued working on installing the 12” water line, getting it installed across Miller Road. Work on the 12” water line is expected to be complete next week. |
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Alley Reconstruction
Schrade Rd/Cousteau Dr, Cousteau Dr/Calypso Dr, Starboard Trail/Martha Ln Texas Civil Construction finished preparing and compacting the flex base in the Martha/Starboard alley and began building forms and tying rebar.
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Alley Reconstruction
Clydesdale Ct/Stallion Cir & Stallion Cir/Katy Park GRod Construction, LLC has mobilized their crews and began potholing for utilities and saw cutting the pavement in the Stallion/Katy Park 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...
September 20 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 5:30pm - check agenda once posted for any updates)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
More info...
Boards and Commissions
Arts and Humanities Commission- September 13 @ 6:30pm
Planning and Zoning Commission- September 13 @ 7pm
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board- September 14 @ 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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