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2022 Pavement Condition Index Results This spring, Public Works kicked off a project to inventory the condition of all roads maintained by the City to help identify and prioritize future streets projects. The results of the 2022 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) report were presented at this week’s City Council meeting. The in-depth presentation shares the new rankings, what they mean, and options for future consideration. Additionally, a new Geographical Information System overlay map with all streets marked with both the 2018 and 2022 PCI’s for each street and alley is now available here. The City Council did not make additional funding decisions at this week’s meeting, those decisions will be part of future bond initiative considerations and the City’s future annual budget process.
Watch the presentation here (Work Session Item 3C - 49:40 mark)…
More info on how the data was collected…
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Let’s Talk Trash Online SurveyWe Want YOUR Opinion!
The City's current solid waste contract expires in September 2024. The City of Rowlett is interested in hearing about what YOU consider important as we proactively begin the process of contracting our next solid waste service provider. Services and pricing will change so we want your opinion on the services that matter most to you.
This week, we held three public input sessions – if you couldn’t attend, please take the online survey and share your input.
For more info, read the October Mayor’s Spotlight…
Watch the presentation...
Take the Let’s Talk Trash survey...
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Emergency Preparedness FairSaturday, November 5 11am-3pm
Rowlett High School Cafeteria and East Parking Lot
The purpose of the Community Preparedness Fair is to bring community organizations that provide emergency resources and services to one place and allow for members of the Rowlett community to get to know them! By doing so, the Rowlett community will know who to contact for resources and services in the event of an emergency or disaster. The event is also a great opportunity for community members to learn more about how to prepare for emergencies as well as the potential risks and hazards in Rowlett.
Join us for interactive booths, touch-a-truck, food vendors, American Red Cross and Stop the Bleed training sessions, preparedness info, public safety equipment displays and a helicopter landing! More info…
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Arts and Humanities Commission Photography Contest WinnersAt Tuesday night’s City Council Meeting, not only was October recognized by proclamation as Arts and Humanities month but the winners of the 2022 A&H Photography Contest were recognized as well!
First Place and Best of Show winners of the 2022 Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission Photography Contest are:
First Place, Phone Category: Stella H. for “Storm Rolling In” First Place, Things Category: April S. for “RFD Ladder 4” First Place, People Category: April S. for “RFD Out of the Flames” First Place, Place Category: Jonathan Oliver for “Ray Hubbard Scenic Globe” Best of Show: Jonathan Oliver for “Ray Hubbard Scenic Globe” More info about the Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission… |
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 1st Place – Phone Category “Storm Rolling In” by Stella H.
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 1st Place – Things Category “RFD Ladder 4” by April S.
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 1st Place – People Category
“RFD Out of the Flames” by April S.
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 Best of Show and 1st Place – Places Category
“Ray Hubbard Scenic Globe” by Jonathan Oliver
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Scarecrows have invaded Main Street!Come check out the displays throughout the Village of Rowlett Downtown – this is a great opportunity to snap your family's fall photos!
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Celebrate DiversCity Thanks to all who joined us last Saturday in the Village of Rowlett Downtown to Celebrate DiversCity!
Photos by Jeff Winget Photography
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Reminder- City of Rowlett Hours Hours at City of Rowlett offices and some facilities have changed. 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.
New hours video... Hours and more info... |
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Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 29
5-8pm @ RCC/Pecan Grove Park parking lot
You don’t want to miss this spooktacular event! Get ready to enchant the judges with your costume creations, there will be different category opportunities to win a prize. We will have food trucks for your family to enjoy a ghostly dinner, and Halloween trunks will surround the RCC parking lot, so come ready to trick or treat! Parking is at Rowlett High School.
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Texas Arbor DaySaturday, November 5 @ Pecan Grove Park (behind the RCC)
Join the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board from 10am-1pm and pick up your free tree, Oncor has donated 250 to hand out for this event. Other activities include an arborist on site, kids activities, and don’t forget to take a stroll through BEAUTIFUL Pecan Grove Park while you’re there! |
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Lunch on the LawnMondays in October
11am-2pm in the Village of Rowlett DowntownAhhhh, its finally fall! Take your lunch break outside and enjoy a variety of food trucks and other fun stuff!
More info...
Make sure you’re following us on social media to find out which food trucks will be here each Monday!
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Taste of Fall Craft and Farmers Market
Thursdays 5:30-8:30pm 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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Fire Prevention Month
Station 3 crews visited Primrose School of Rowlett and Treehouse Academy this week for fire prevention month.
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RPD Hosts Training
The Rowlett Police Department hosted cadets from agencies throughout the Metroplex attending the North Central Texas Regional Police Academy this week for a 40-hour firearms class.
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Thank You to The Home Depot!
Felix Momoh, the Multi-Store Asset Protection Manager from The Home Depot, and members of his team stopped by the Police Department to introduce themselves to Chief Michael Denning and donate bottled water and a signed bib. We always enjoy meeting our business partners!
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Rowlett Public Library News
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At the library during the month of October, kids can go on a spooky scavenger hunt to decode a secret message. Be sure to check out the fantastic display from Artists ‘Round Texas as well as our pumpkins decorated to look like your favorite storybook characters.
Help us celebrate Friends of the Library Week! The Friends of the Library provide support through donations and advocacy. More info…
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Community Development News
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ReCode Rowlett Rowlett is updating the Rowlett Development Code (RDC) and Form-Based Code (FBC), the City ordinances that govern how property owners can use their land. The RDC and FBC include regulations that control development characteristics such as building height and form, setbacks between properties and rights-of-ways, what uses are permitted, how many parking spaces must be provided for various development types, and required landscaping. We'd love to hear from residents, visitors, community organizations, and other stakeholders about their impressions of development in Rowlett.
Survey and more info...
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Code Red Continues at the Animal ShelterCome Meet Rosy!Breed: Mix
Age: 4 yrs Gender: Female Color: Brindle
Sweet Rosy is a beautiful brindle girl with an amazing smile. Not sure about her past as she was found running around here in Rowlett. She does appear to be house-trained. Rosy loves the volunteers and going on car rides. She has even been on a few field trips like going to Home Depot and Petsmart. Rosy is a little picky with her dog friends and doesn’t like cats. She is heartworm negative. The shelter is a stressful environment for Rosy but hopefully one day soon she will find her forever family. If you would like to meet Rosy, 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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Engineering Department News
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Lakeland Heights Neighborhood Reconstruction
Tiseo Paving Company has poured the south half of Leanne Lane. Their flatwork subcontractor began pouring sidewalks on Lisa drive. Their utility subcontractor continued installing the new water line on Sandra Lane. |
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Dalrock South Curve Improvements
GRod Construction, LLC has finished installing the new 18” RCP storm pipe in the ditch line. They continued with building up the new shoulder.
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Alley Reconstruction
Schrade Rd/Cousteau Dr, Cousteau Dr/Calypso Dr, Starboard Trail/Martha Ln The final walkthrough was held Thursday. Texas Civil Construction sealed the joints in the pavement Wednesday and will install sod next week. The project will move into closeout. |
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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...
November 1 @ 7:30pm (Work Session 6:30pm - check agenda once posted for any updates)
Watch meetings live on RTN16 (cable channel 16) or online...
More info...
Boards and Commissions
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting- October 25 @ 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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