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New City of Rowlett Hours Begin
NEXT THURSDAY, 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. Hours and more info... |
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Welcome to Rowlett, Chief Denning! On Monday, we welcomed Rowlett’s new Chief of Police, Michael Denning. A seasoned law enforcement professional with over 23 years of experience, including more than ten years in supervisory, management, and command positions, Chief Denning comes to Rowlett from Henderson, Nevada, where he most recently served as Deputy Police Chief. Henderson is the second largest city in Nevada with a population of over 350,000 residents and a police department with 480 sworn officers and 220 professional staff employees.
“Michael is an exceptional leader with a proven track record of accomplishments,” said City Manager Brian Funderburk. “His experience working with a broad range of stakeholders to provide exemplary public safety services will serve the Rowlett community well.”
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City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Lowers Tax Rate by 6 Cents! This week, the City Council unanimously adopted the City’s annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The budget includes 8 new police officers, enhanced landscaping for downtown and HWY 66 medians, a new fence for the Wet Zone, and much, much more! While Rowlett residents can expect to pay higher property taxes due to increased assessed values, the City Council was able to lower the City tax rate from $0.74500 to $0.68100, the lowest rate since 2005. Due to a 13% increase in the cost of water purchased from the North Texas Municipal Water District, there will be an increase to utility rates. Residents using an average of 7,500 gallons will see an increase in their water rates of 1.8%, which equates to about $2.21 per month. Additionally, inflationary factors in both the Consumer Price Index and diesel fuel rates have increased our solid waste contract with FCC to its 5% max escalator. This results in an increase to residential rates by 3% and commercial rates by 5%. For residents with a single polycart, this will equate to approximately $0.67 per month. These new rates will go into effect on October 1, at the start of our new Fiscal Year.
Watch the public hearings to learn about all of the benefits provided by the FY2023 budget and tax rate, or read the budget in detail.
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Safety Improvement Work Begins on the Dalrock “Curve” September 29
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Safety improvements meant to slow traffic coming into the curve on Dalrock Road just north of the Princeton Road split will begin Thursday, September 29. The project is anticipated to last approximately 2 months. During this time, the northbound lane of Dalrock Road will be closed and vehicle travel in that direction will be detoured, please see map for the route. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience while these safety improvements are underway! More info...
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 l to r: Alex Buie Trey Switzer, Rob Emminger, Joey Brock, Councilmember Deb Shinder
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IT Professionals Day This week, the City’s Information Technology staff was recognized by proclamation on National IT Professionals Day! Rowlett’s IT staff is a group of dedicated technology experts who, though virtually invisible, touch all aspects of the organization and ensure our end users stay connected and productive. Without this fantastic group of individuals working collaboratively and keeping us all connected, we would not be able to conduct the City’s business and achieve our mission of providing the services that our citizens expect and deserve. Rowlett is On the Water; our IT Team keeps it On the Move! |
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NeighborfestSaturday, 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.
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Sign Up for the Neighborhood Planning Newsletter!
Did you know that Neighborhood Planning has a monthly newsletter? Sign up to stay up to date with our events, programs, community meetings and much more.
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Harvest Market on Main
9am-4pm 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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6th Annual Tri-city Cleanup
9am-Noon Saturday, October 1
Keep Rowlett, Garland & Dallas Beautiful partner to host this annual lake shore cleanup event. Volunteers are invited to join in and clear out the litter that flows down Rowlett Creek and into Lake Ray Hubbard!
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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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Happy Birthday, Lucas! A young man named Lucas was recently released from the hospital just as he was celebrating his 5th birthday. Shortly after making a post on Facebook looking for a few motorcycles to drive by his home, his Mom received an overwhelming response!! The photos tell the story. This was a 5th birthday celebration like no other!
This story can be found on Councilmember Jeff Winget's Facebook page here... |
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Police Recruits Training Continues
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Police recruits are hard at work learning the various aspects of police work. Currently, they’re covering material derived from several modules in our control and arrest tactics training. This includes policy reviews, basic handcuffing, advanced handcuffing, basic strikes/kicks, defense techniques, SPEAR techniques, Escorts/Takedowns, Weapon Protection/Retention, and escapes from mount and guard positions. Orientation training is finalized with either a skill and fitness level performance test (referred to as a gauntlet) or through a real-world fight scenario. These are not pass-or-fail tests – they show the student their own capability and how to use the training they’ve received in a stressful situation. |
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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 23: Mitchells vs. the Machines
September 30: Clifford the Big Red Dog
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Taste of Fall Craft and Farmers Market
Thursdays 5:30-8:30 thru October 27Shop 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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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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Congratulations to Recent GED Graduate Jacqueline Persley! Jacqueline entered the Library’s GED program in March 2021. Her sessions with tutor Denis Rottler were all conducted via Zoom. In fact, the first time she and Denis met in person was at her graduation ceremony! Jacqueline’s drive and determination, along with Denis’s iPad and Apple Pencil, pushed her to continue studying despite her busy schedule as a mom of 4 kids with several part-time jobs. We wish all the best for Jacqueline! More info about the Library’s GED Program… |
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Trivia Night
Monday, September 26 @ 6:30pm
Test your knowledge of Hispanic Heritage on a team or playing individually.
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Community Development News
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Code Red Continues at the Animal ShelterCome meet Cleopatra!
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Age: 2 yrs
Gender: Female
Color: Gray/white tabby
Spayed: Yes Cleopatra is a very sweet girl with lots of personality. She is cat-tolerant and would love to find her forever family. Cleopatra is healthy, fully vaccinated and microchipped. She has been at the shelter since July. If you would like to meet Cleopatra, 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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Rent the Block Party Trailer for Your Fall Neighborhood Gathering! Ready to host your neighborhood block party now that Fall is here? The Block Party Trailer is ready with everything that you need. It’s got picnic tables and chairs, coolers, 10x10 tents, sreet barricades and cones, lawn games like corn hole, giant jenga, giant connect 4, and more. More info…
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Engineering Department News
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction
Tiseo Paving Company was able to pour the east half of Smartt Street late last week. This week they were able to pour the west half of Smartt Street. All street paving on Smartt Street has been poured, and the road is expected to be reopened next week |
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Miller Road Paving, Drainage and Utility Improvements
Tiseo Paving Company’s utility subcontractor continued working on moving all water services on the old 8” water line over to the new 12” water line. Work has been slow due to the age of the existing water lines. |
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Alley Reconstruction
Schrade Rd/Cousteau Dr, Cousteau Dr/Calypso Dr, Starboard Trail/Martha Ln Texas Civil Construction finished pouring all of the concrete in the Martha/Starboard alley. They began installing flex base in the Cousteau/Calypso 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...
Special Meeting - October 11 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 5:30pm - check agenda once posted for any updates)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
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Boards and Commissions
Rowlett Community Organizations Active in Disaster Committee- September 26 @ 5pm
Charter Review Commission- September 26 @ 5:30pm
Planning and Zoning Commission- September 27 @ 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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