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FIREWORKS ON MAIN - Thursday, July 4 (5pm - 10pm)

Pecan Grove Park 5300 Main Street, Rowlett, Texas, 75088

Join us for Food, Fun, Live Music, and Fireworks!

Admission is free!

Main Stage Schedule:

Rowlett Sings Winners - 5:00pm – 6:00pm

The Tribute Band - Turnpike Tributedours - 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Emerald City Band - 8:00pm - 9:30pm

FIREWORKS START AT 9:45PM

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Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, June 3!

FCC STORM DEBRIS COLLECTION After last week’s storms, FCC will begin Storm Debris Collection today. Please place your debris on curb in sections no longer than 6 feet. Additional resources have been deployed and crews will be working on Saturdays. Each route will be completed before moving to the next, which may take days. FCC anticipates completion by Saturday, June 15. https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2508

REPORT STORM DAMAGE Do you have property damage from severe storms? Please report any damages to your home or business on Rowlett.com. This helps pinpoint affected areas and determine needs. https://damage.tdem.texas.gov/

LUNCH AND HYDRATION EVENT Thank you to State Representatives Rhetta Andrews Bowers and Angie Chen Button for organizing a drive-through Lunch and Hydration Event at Kids Kingdom last week. Those impacted by the storms were able to get a free lunch and cases of water. https://www.facebook.com/reel/757888429863986

Also participating were the Kiwanis Club of Northeast Dallas County, Miss Juneteenth Rowlett Scholarship Pageant, CenterPoint Energy, Lisa Sherrod with AT&T, Freedom Place Church, and Alex Weaver with Ben E. Keith Foods.

COUNCIL MEETINGS The City Council Work Session starts at 6pm on Monday, June 3 and the Regular Session starts at 7pm on Tuesday, June 4.

FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green this Thursday night for the Farmers & Crafts Market from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors while shopping for crafts and more! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

CRIME PREVENTION TIPS SEMINAR The Crime Prevention Tips Seminar is Monday, June 10 at 6pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. This free seminar is hosted by the Senior Advisory Board and the Guest Speaker is Officer Erick Mitchell.

SENIOR TRIP TO FT WORTH STOCKYARDS Giddy up, seniors! We're off to the Fort Worth Stockyards on Friday, June 14. The cost is $10 to reserve your spot, plus whatever you spend on shopping, food, and activities. We’ll meet at the Dart Station and leave at 9am. Space is limited, so lasso your spot today! Call 972-412-6170 to register. https://www.rowletttx.gov/305/Seniors

ROWLETT COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM The Rowlett Community Services Grant Program provides funds to eligible nonprofit organizations through a competitive process to support services for Rowlett residents and their community. Application deadline is July 19 https://www.rowletttx.gov/2184/Community-Services-Grant-Program

JUNETEENTH BLOCK PARTY The Juneteenth Block Party will be held on Saturday, June 15 from 4pm to 7pm at the Downtown Rowlett Green. The party will include live music from the EJ Mathews Band, fantastic food, craft vendors, face painting, bounce houses, slam poetry and a crowd favorite: Fit with Daniel! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2180/Juneteenth-Block-Party

FIREWORKS ON MAIN Make your plans now! Join us this 4th of July for Fireworks on Main at Pecan Grove Park starting at 5pm. It’s a night of dazzling fireworks, live music, kids’ activities, and tons of great food! And back by popular demand, the Emerald City Band returns as the headlining musical act! https://www.rowletttx.gov/780/Fireworks-on-Main

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This Week in Rowlett - May 20, 2024

MEMORIAL DAY COMMUNITY GATHERING: Join us this Monday, May 27 at 12noon for a Memorial Day Community Gathering at Veterans Park in Downtown Rowlett. We are so heartened to see the outpouring of support for Memorial Day in our community and would like to thank the Kiwanis Club of Northeast Dallas County for organizing this gathering at Veterans Park. We hope to see all of you there! https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas/posts/pfbid0qZn5KqVFtkqoohx2RzFgDND7qrPEXvbJXfA4EuSPcuxnMTN9Wiv4haiiMsu5SRr5l

In observation of Memorial Day, City of Rowlett offices & facilities, including the Community Centre, Library, Municipal Court, and Animal Shelter, will be closed on Monday, May 27. Trash service will be delayed by one day that week. https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2481

SPRING SMART YARD WINNERS: Congratulations to Joe and Susan Henchal, who were recently named as the Rowlett Smart Yard Winners for Spring 2024. Joe and Susan started their habitat journey by reaching out to the Texas Discovery Garden and learning from their leaders. The Henchal's garden has evolved over the years from their eagerness to learn and passion for pollinators. Thank you for your outstanding efforts to build a pollinator-and-environmentally friendly garden! https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

COUNCIL MEETINGS THIS WEEK: Join us at Rowlett City Hall for this week’s council meetings! The City Council Work Session starts at 6pm tonight. Then tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 21, the City Council Regular Session starts at 7pm.

SPRING FARMERS & CRAFTS MARKET: The Spring Farmers and Crafts Market continues Thursdays in Downtown Rowlett. We had to cancel last Thursdays market due to weather. If mother nature cooperates, we’ll try it again this week! Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green after work every Thursday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors, while shopping for crafts and more! There’s Face painting every 3rd Thursday and live music every 4th Thursday of the month! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

SUMMER READING REGISTRATION: Let the Games Begin! Registration for the Summer Reading Challenge at the Rowlett Public Library is now open! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable start to a summer filled with reading, adventure, and fun! Pre-register the whole family and earn prizes for reading! Make sure you sign up before the Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on June 1. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfor_u6nkrUjmbuNgESBHvaXtrKQFcZAvJgA7Ol1QEcbZ5WJQ/viewform

And just a heads up, there will be no Youth Library Programs in May at the library. Children's programs are taking a break this May as Library staff prepare for a full summer.

SENIOR TRIP TO PEROT - FRIDAY, MAY 31 Hey Seniors, are you ready for another Dart adventure? On Friday, May 31 we will be taking the train to the Perot Museum in Downtown Dallas. The cost is $5. Contact the RCC front desk at 972-412-6170 to sign up!

SENIORS BOWLING: And speaking of activities for seniors...did you know that there’s a Senior Bowling Bunch, every 3rd Thursday at 12 Noon at the Rowlett Bowl-a-Rama? Join fellow seniors for a fun-filled afternoon of bowling! $5 entry fee. Please note that shoe rentals are not included in the entry fee, and pre-registration is required. Call the RCC at 972-412-6170 to sign up!

PET ADOPT-A-THON There’s a Pet Adopt-a-thon on Saturday, June 1! Visit the Rowlett Animal Shelter 9:00am to 12 Noon for food trucks, craft vendors, and FREE adoptions! All adoptions include a FREE city registration, microchipping, and giveaways. The first 10 adoptions also receive free spay/neuter services. We can't wait to introduce you to your new best friend! https://www.rowletttx.gov/969/Special-Events

JUNETEENTH BLOCK PARTY: And coming up, it’s the Juneteenth Block Party on Saturday, June 15 from 4pm to 7pm in Downtown Rowlett. Celebrate with fantastic food vendors, free giveaways, an activity-filled kid zone, and live music! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2180/Juneteenth-Block-Party

FIREWORKS ON MAIN: Fireworks on Main is back! Make your plans now! Join us this 4th of July for Fireworks on Main at Pecan Grove Park for a night of dazzling fireworks, live music, kids’ activities, and tons of great food! And back by popular demand, the Emerald City Band returns as the headlining musical act! For more info and details, visit Rowlett.com to make your plans! https://www.rowletttx.gov/780/Fireworks-on-Main

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BARKS, BREWS, & BRATS – THIS SATURDAY, MAY 18

Unleash the fun at Barks, Brews and Brats this Saturday, May 18 from 6pm to 9pm at Scentral Bark Dog Park. Fetch some delicious food and drinks...wiggle your tails to live music...sniff out cool stuff at our vendor shops...and let your pup dive into our splash pools at the large and SMALL dog parks. It's paws-itively the best way to spend your Saturday night! https://www.rowletttx.gov/1726/Barks-Brews-and-Brats

FIREWORKS ON MAIN - JULY 4, 2024

Fireworks on Main is back! Join us this 4th of July for Fireworks on Main at Pecan Grove Park for a night of dazzling fireworks, live music, kids’ activities, and tons of great food! And back by popular demand, the Emerald City Band returns as the headlining musical act! For more info and details, visit Rowlett.com to make your plans! https://www.rowletttx.gov/780/Fireworks-on-Main

SPRING FARMERS & CRAFTS MARKET - THURSDAYS IN DOWNTOWN ROWLETT

The Spring Farmers and Crafts Market continues on Thursdays in Downtown Rowlett. We had to cancel last Thursdays market due to weather. If mother nature cooperates, we’ll try it again this week! Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green after work every Thursday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors, while shopping for crafts and more! There’s Face painting every 3rd Thursday and live music every 4th Thursday of the month! https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

SUMMER READING REGISTRATION

Let the Games Begin! Registration for the Summer Reading Challenge at the Rowlett Public Library is now open! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable start to a summer filled with reading, adventure, and fun! Pre-register the whole family and earn prizes for reading! Make sure you sign up before the Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on June 1. www.rowlett.com/library

And just a heads up, there will be no Youth Library Programs in May at the library. Children's programs are taking a break this May as Library staff prepare for a full summer.

ART & AI CONVERSATION

Join the Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission for a conversation with author Jake Kerr about art & artificial intelligence at Drizl Coffee on Thursday at 6:30pm. Drizl coffee is located at 8600 Lakeview Pkwy

PET ADOPT-A-THON - JUNE 1

We just announced a Pet Adopt-a-thon for Saturday, June 1! Visit the Rowlett Animal Shelter 9:00am to Noon for food trucks, craft vendors, and FREE adoptions! All adoptions come with a FREE city registration, microchipping, and giveaways. We can't wait to introduce you to your new best friend! https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2480

SPRING SMART YARD WINNER ANNOUNCED THIS WEEK

The Winner of the Spring Smart Yard will be announced on Friday, May 17. Thanks for all the great submissions! Check out our social media pages for the big reveal! For links to our social pages, check out the links in the show notes.

SENIOR TRIP TO DOWNTOWN PLANO - FRIDAY, MAY 17

All aboard! The Senior Trip to Downtown Plano is Friday, May 17 from 9am to 3pm All aboard, Seniors! Join us as we take the DART Train and explore Historic Downtown Plano. We will tour the Interurban Railroad Museum, eat lunch, and enjoy plenty of shopping! Trip is $5. Call 972-412-6170 to sign up!

SENIOR BOWLING - EVERY THIRD THURSDAY

And speaking of seniors...did you know that there’s a Senior Bowling Bunch, every 3rd Thursday at 12 Noon at the Rowlett Bowl-a-Rama? Join fellow seniors for a fun-filled afternoon of bowling! $5 entry fee. Please note that shoe rentals are not included in the entry fee, and pre-registration is required. Call the RCC at 972-412-6170 to sign up! https://www.rowletttx.gov/305/Seniors

BLAST BABYSITTING CLASS – MAY 18

Also on Saturday, May 18, it’s the BLAST Babysitting Class! Designed for ages 10 & up, this program prepares kids to interview for a babysitting job, learn safety, first aid, and all the skills to rock your babysitting gigs! Sign up today at https://rowlettexplorers.com/wp/training/

WOMEN'S 3x3 BBALL TOURNAMENT

Ladies, are you ready to show off your basketball skills? Join us for the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Women's 3 x 3 Basketball Tournament. Registration is now open! The Tournament takes place on Thursday, May 23 from 6pm – 9pm at the @ Rowlett Community Centre.

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Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, May 6!

ALL 4 BOND PROPOSITIONS PASSED!

It’s time to celebrate! All four bond propositions from the May 4 Bond Election were approved by Rowlett voters! A huge shout-out to every one of you who made it to the polls. Your votes are shaping the future of Rowlett, and that’s something to cheer about!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/883/May-4-2024-Election-Results

These results will be officially canvassed at a Special Meeting on Thursday, May 9 at 5:30pm.

SUMMER READING REGISTRATION

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2087/Summer-Reading-Program

THE MAY ROWLETT WELLNESS HIKE

Join us for healthy family fun, completely free of charge! The May Wellness Hike is Saturday, May 11 at 8am at the Rowlett Nature Trail. Let's support our community and Parks and Recreation Department by raising awareness for our scenic trails through a monthly wellness hike.

PET ADOPT-A-THON

We just announced a Pet Adopt-a-thon on Saturday, June 1! Visit the Rowlett Animal Shelter 9:00am to Noon for food trucks, craft vendors, and FREE adoptions! All adoptions come with a FREE city registration, microchipping, and giveaways. We can't wait to introduce you to your new best friend!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2480

SPRING FARMERS & CRAFTS MARKET

Everyone is having a blast at our Spring Farmers & Crafts Market! Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green after work every Thursday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors, while shopping for crafts and more! There’s Face painting every 3rd Thursday and live music every 4th Thursday of the month!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2170/Farmers-and-Crafts-Market-2024

COUNCIL MEETINGS THIS WEEK

The City Council Work Session starts at 6pm tonight at Rowlett City Hall. Then tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 7, the City Council Regular Session starts at 7pm.

You can watch these meetings live by visiting www.rowlett.com/Streaming

SMART YARD

Do you or one of your neighbors have an environmentally friendly yard or garden that’s worth recognizing? Dash over to the Rowlett Smart Yard Spring Entry Survey before Wednesday, May 8 to fill out a nomination form!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

SENIOR TRIP TO DOWNTOWN PLANO

The Senior Trip to Downtown Plano is Friday, May 17 from 9am to 3pm. All aboard, Seniors! Join us as we take the DART Train and explore Historic Downtown Plano. We will tour the Interurban Railroad Museum, eat lunch, and enjoy plenty of shopping! Trip is $5. Call 972 412 6170 to sign up

BARKS, BREWS, & BRATS – SATURDAY, MAY 18

Barks, Brews, and Brats is on Saturday, May 18 from 6pm-9pm at Scentral Bark Dog Park! Grab your furry BFF for a fun evening of live music, playful pups, cold brews, and food trucks!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1726/Barks-Brews-and-Brats

BLAST BABYSITTING CLASS – MAY 18

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THIS WEEK IN ROWLETT

Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, April 29!

EARLY VOTING

Early voting for 2024 Bond Election is now underway! Early voting runs from April 22 to April 30. Election Day is Saturday, May 4. For details on the propositions on the ballot, as well as early voting times and locations, visit RowlettBond.com.

Ever wondered what the Rowlett City Council might look like in a galaxy far, far away? You have see our latest creative endeavor, a delightfully no-budget Star Wars-inspired parody, starring our very own city council members! This homage to the classic sci-fi movie premiered at our first Bond Election Public Meeting last Thursday night, and it's a must-watch.

https://youtu.be/gx7Xi_kHyNo

FIRE ACADEMY

Ever dreamed of being a firefighter? Find out what it's like with Rowlett FD's free academy! Learn fire safety, get hands-on training, and even experience a 'burn day'. It's the adventure of a lifetime – come join the fun! The academy runs May 30 – August 1 – registration is now open - contact Julie Ward at 972-412-6230 or jward@rowlett.com to sign up!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2477

ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT

As a water consumer in the City of Rowlett, you enjoy “superior” water every time you turn on the tap. “Superior” is the State’s highest water quality designation! The full Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is now available on Rowlett.com.

https://www.rowletttx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/27907/Annual-Water-Quality-Report---2023?bidId=

COUNCIL MEETING

There’s a Special Mid-Year Budget Work Session with City Council on Wednesday, May 1 and that starts at 6pm.

https://www.rowletttx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=15479&month=5&year=2024&day=1&calType=0

SMART YARD

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

FOOD FOR FINES ENDING

It’s the last the 2 days of Food for Fines month at the library! Each package of food brought to the library will erase $1 off your fines. Items collected will be distributed to food pantries at Life Message, Hope in Hand, and the North Texas Food Bank.

FRAS DONATES MICROCHIP SCANNERS

Great news, Rowlett! Our Fire Stations are now equipped with microchip scanners thanks to Friends of Rowlett Animals! If you find a lost pet after shelter hours, you can bring them to any Rowlett Fire Station. They'll scan the animal for a microchip and provide you with the information to contact the chip company to help reunite the lost pet with its worried owner.

WOMENS BBALL

Calling all basketball queens! Grab your squad and get ready to dominate the court – Rowlett's Women's 3 vs 3 Tournament registration is now open! Let's see what you've got!

The Tournament is taking place on May 23 from 6pm-9pm at the Rowlett Community Centre!

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BARKS, BREWS, AND BRATS

Attention all dog lovers! Come join us at Scentral Bark Dog Park in Herfurth Park on Saturday, May 18 from 6-9p for our Barks, Brews and Brats event!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1726/Barks-Brews-and-Brats

Grab some delicious food and drinks, enjoy live music, interact with vendors, and don't miss taking your dog to our splash pools in the large and small dog parks. We can't wait to see you there!

BLAST BABYSITTING CLASS

Calling all future babysitters! Want to be the go-to for the coolest games and activities? Rowlett Explorer Post One's got you covered. Designed for ages 10 & up, this program prepares kids to interview for a babysitting job, learn safety, first aid, and all the skills to rock your babysitting gigs! Sign up today at Rowlett.com.

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Let’s see what’s going on this week, beginning Monday, April 22.

EARLY VOTING INFORMATION

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2457

For details on the propositions on the ballot, as well as early voting times and locations, visit RowlettBond.com.

2nd BOND ELECTION PUBLIC MEETING

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2457

Another way to learn more is to join us in person for the second and final Bond Election Public Meeting this Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm at Rowlett City Hall. Ask questions and learn more about the four propositions on the ballot.

DOWNTOWN ROWLETT STRATEGIC PLAN PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT

https://www.rowletttx.gov/2152/Downtown-Rowlett-Strategic-Plan

Get involved in shaping Downtown Rowlett's future! Join us for the Public Open House tonight, Monday, April 22, from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. Your participation is essential in crafting the Downtown Rowlett Strategic Plan.

DINNER & A SHOW

“Dinner & A Show” is this Thursday, April 25 at 5:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. Prepare to be spellbound as the incredible Sam Sawyers takes the stage for an enchanting magic show that will leave you in awe! Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with mind-boggling illusions, mystifying tricks, and a touch of Sam's unique charm. Tickets are $8. You can register online or call 972-412-6170 for details.

FARMERS AND CRAFTS MARKET

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The Farmers and Crafts Market awaits you every Thursday night in Downtown Rowlett!! From 5:30-8:30 pm, join us for an evening of local vendors, food trucks, and community. There’s also a special live performance by solo artist David Tribble!

ROWLETT SINGS IS FINALLY HERE!

https://www.rowletttx.gov/1579/Rowlett-Sings-Competition

Experience the excitement of Rowlett Sings this Saturday, April 27 at 6 PM, held at Freedom Place Church. Enjoy an evening of local talent and entertainment, with Derrick Culpepper as your MC. Admission is free!

BOTANICAL GARDENS SENIOR TRIP

The Seniors Field Trip to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens is this Wednesday, April 24 at 9am. It’s not too late to sign up! The cost is $25 per person, please call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

RECYCLING EVENT

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Keep Rowlett Beautiful is hosting an Electronic Recycling & Document Shred Day. Swing by Rowlett High School on Saturday, April 27, from 9 am to 1 pm and dispose of your old electronics and documents in a secure and environmentally friendly way!

FOOD FOR FINES MONTH

April is Food for Fines month at the library. Each package of food brought to the library during the month of April will erase $1 off your fines. Food for Fines does not apply to fees acquired from damaged or lost materials. Items collected will be distributed to food pantries at Life Message, Hope in Hand, and the North Texas Food Bank.

SPRING SMART YARD COMPETITION

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The search for the greenest thumb is on! Our Spring Smart Yard Competition has begun! Do you...or one of your neighbors have an environmentally friendly yard or garden that is worth recognizing? Visit Rowlett.com to enter before Wednesday, May 8.

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2024 Rowlett Bond Election

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Join us for an encore discussion on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm, at Rowlett City Hall. For information on the propositions and voting details, visit RowlettBond.com to learn more!

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION:

Get ready for a night of eco-friendly fun! Keep Rowlett Beautiful invites you to celebrate Earth Day this Saturday, April 20, from 5 pm to 8 pm in Downtown Rowlett. It's an evening filled with activities and ideas for sustaining our city's natural beauty. Food trucks and vendor booths are going to pack the downtown Rowlett green! Get into the groove with live music, bring the kids for face painting, and make friends at the petting zoo. Plus the winners from Poetry and Art contests will be announced!

SPRING SMART YARD COMPETITION

Does your garden have more buzz than a bee convention? The search for the greenest thumb is on! Our Spring Smart Yard Competition has begun, and we're on the lookout for the crème de la green in Rowlett! We want to hear about it. Dash over to Rowlett.com to enter your plant paradise before Wednesday, May 8. Don't leaf it to the last minute! https://www.rowletttx.gov/1933/Rowlett-Smart-Yard

COUNCIL MEETINGS THIS WEEK

The City Council Work Session on Monday, April 15 starts at 6pm tonight at Rowlett City Hall. Then tomorrow night, Tuesday, April 16, the City Council Regular Session starts at 7pm.

Thank a Public Safety Telecommunicator

Rowlett Communications Center will be celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week from Sunday, April 14th to Saturday, April 20th, 2024. This week is dedicated to honoring the men and women of 9-1-1 who tirelessly serve our community by answering emergency calls, dispatching Law, Fire, and EMS, and providing life-saving assistance to those in need. This marks our fourth year celebrating as an Emergency Responder. Our Telecommunicators are a dedicated group committed to serving our community, and we want to make this week special for them. Each year, our Telecommunicators receive small tokens or gifts from our center and local responders, along with food and drinks as a special thanks. This year, we invite our community to get involved!Consider “Adopting a Dispatcher” as a special way to thank each individual for their work. Appreciation can be shown through handwritten notes or cards, small gift cards, or gift baskets. We are excited to see how creative our community can be! Adopting a Dispatcher is ideal for individual families, work/office professionals, church groups, friend groups, or anyone else who would like to participate.Here is how you can participate! Rowlett Communications Center has 16 Telecommunicators on staff. To request a Telecommunicator’s name or a group of Telecommunicators, send us an email to: hceaser@rowlett.comrciomek@rowlett.comIn your message, please include who you are, what organization you/your group are from (if any), and how many names you’d like.Your care packages can be mailed to or dropped off at our dispatch center at 4401 Rowlett Rd.Thank you again, and we appreciate all the support we receive throughout the year!DOWNTOWN ROWLETT STRATEGIC PLAN PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE

Join us for the Downtown Rowlett Strategic Plan Public Open House next Monday, April 22 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Rowlett Community Centre. This exciting come-and-go event will offer community members, residents, stakeholders, and others an opportunity to review and provide feedback on concepts for the future of Downtown Rowlett

FARMERS AND CRAFTS MARKET

The Farmers and Crafts Market awaits you every Thursday night in Downtown Rowlett!! From 5:30-8:30 pm, join us for an evening of local vendors, food trucks, and community. Come for the crafts...stay for the snacks!

ANIMAL SHELTER

Our animal shelter is still at full capacity. To help find their fur-ever homes, we are waiving all adoption fees. Adopting a pet will change their world, and possibly yours, too. Visit us at the Rowlett Animal Shelter, where love doesn't cost a thing!

Contact Animal Services at 972 412-6219 or come by the shelter at 4402 Industrial St. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday- Saturday.

TRIP RESCHEDULED

The Seniors Field Trip to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens had to be rescheduled. The new date is Wednesday, April 24 at 9am. It’s not too late to sign up! The cost is $25 per person, please call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

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The Force is strong with those who are informed and engaged in their community. In the spirit of our ‘May the Fourth, Cast Your Vote’ theme, join us at Rowlett City Hall on Thursday, April 11 at 6:30pm for our Bond Election Meeting to learn more about the 2024 Bond Election! We’ll also have a second Bond Election Meeting on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30pm, also at Rowlett City Hall. Visit RowlettBond.com to learn more!

FARMERS AND CRAFTS MARKET

The Farmers and Crafts Market is in full swing! Join us every Thursday night from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, on the Downtown Rowlett Green to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors.

Autism Acceptance Month

April was proclaimed Autism Acceptance Month in the City of Rowlett at last week's City Council meeting. Additionally, the Downtown Rowlett Water Tower was lit in blue on April 2 in honor of World Autism Awareness Day, and as a symbol of Rowlett’s commitment to promoting public awareness and acceptance of individuals with Autism.

National Library Week

Also at last week's City Council meeting, a proclamation was presented recognizing April 7-13 as National Library Week. From early literacy and educational programs to recreational reading, study and research, Rowlett residents find the community’s “living room” a place to learn and relax, meet and greet their neighbors, and take advantage of the many resources the Library has to offer.

FOOD FOR FINES

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 is now accepting applications! Deadline to Apply is April 12

The Seniors Field Trip to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens is April 10 at 9am. Spring is the most beautiful time of year to visit this world-famous garden - join us and immerse yourself in a blooming wonderland! $25/person, call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

The Family Camp-Out at Pecan Grove Park is April 13-14 at Pecan Grove Park

Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Registration is open for this popular annual overnight campout - set up your family's tents and enjoy challenges, activities and games designed for all ages.

The April Wellness Hike, presented by the Parks and Recreation Department, will take place on Saturday, April 13th, at 8am at Rowlett Lakeside Park.

Keep Rowlett Beautiful’s Earth Day Celebration is Saturday, April 20 from 5pm – 8pm at the Downtown Rowlett Green. This year's theme is Planet vs. Plastics! Live performances, games, food trucks, and vendor booths.

Downtown Strategic Plan Open House is Monday, April 22 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Rowlett Community Centre. We are reimagining the future of Downtown and creating a plan to guide us. Your input in this planning process is essential in shaping the vision. Join us at this final Open House, and tell us what you think!

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The Spring Farmers & Crafts Market starts this Thursday! Swing by the Downtown Rowlett Green after work every Thursday thru June 27 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors while shopping for produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, crafts and more!

Kid Fish is this Saturday, April 6 from 9am to 12pm at Community Park. Let's go fishing! This is a fun, free, family event designed to foster a love of fishing and the great outdoors.500 pounds of catfish will be released into the pond at Community Park prior to the event and awards will be given to the longest fish winners in three age groups!

Total Eclipse Watch Party is Monday, April 8 from 12noon to 3pm on the Downtown Rowlett Green! Activities will include a DJ, rocket ship bounce houses, food trucks, and educational programs to learn more about this astronomical event. FREE solar eclipse glasses from the Rowlett Public Library for event attendees while supplies last. Join us on the dark side of the moon for a once in a lifetime experience!

BOND ELECTION PUBLIC MEETINGS. We’re holding TWO, that’s right, TWO public meetings at City Hall in April so you can come learn all about the four propositions on the May 4 Bond Election ballot. These meeting will be held on Thursday, April 11 & Tuesday, April 23, both starting at 6:30pm To learn more about the Bond Election, visit RowlettBond.com

There are two council meetings at Rowlett City Hall this week. The Council Work Session is on Monday, April 1 and begins at 6pm. Then on Tuesday, April 2, the City Council Regular Session starts at 7pm. As always, you can stream those meeting on Rowlett.com/streaming.

The Library has a creative writing program for adults who love to write for the fun of it! It’s called the The Writing Salon and it’s the First Friday of the Month at 10:30am. Write what you choose – poetry, free form writing, creative writing, memoirs, or fiction. Creative prompts will be provided for inspiration.

The Library is teaming up with Keep Rowlett Beautiful for the “Planet vs. Plastics” Poetry Contest. Deadline to enter is April 6. It’s open to all ages and winning entries will be displayed as a poster at the library.

Hey Seniors! Have you wanted to explore downtown Dallas, but didn't want to go alone? Join us for the Seniors Field Trip to Downtown Dallas on April 5 at 9:30am. There is no cost for the trip, but registration is required. Call 972-412-6170 to sign up.

Here’s another trip for our seniors! Spring is the most beautiful time of year to visit the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens. Join us for a Seniors Field Trip on April 10 at 9am and immerse yourself in a blooming wonderland! This one is $25 per person. Call 972-412-6170 to sign up

Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! It’s the Family Camp-Out at Pecan Grove Park on April 13 and 14. Registration is open for this popular annual overnight campout - set up your family's tents and enjoy challenges, activities and games designed for all ages.

Do you know a child interested in volleyball, but has never played? The MVP Volleyball Skills and Drills classes are a great opportunity for them to learn the fundamentals in a fun and supportive environment. It’s every Tuesday at the Community Centre from 6pm – 7pm for ages 8-15

Dallas County is holding virtual and in-person public meetings to gather input to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Your input will help them analyze potential hazards affecting residents and recommend possible actions to reduce their impact. That’s happening on Wednesday, April 3 at 5:30pm. For information on the in-person and virtual meeting. Here's the info:

https://www.rowletttx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2455

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PUP-A-PALOOZA CANCELLATION

We were all bummed that we had to cancel the Pup-a-Palooza on Friday due to the muddy conditions at Scentral Bark Dog Park. The good news is that we’ll have a scavenger hunt at Barks, Brews, and Brats on Saturday, May 18.

TASTE AND TRADE

The Rowlett Area Chamber and Visitors Center is hosting the Taste and Trade Business Expo tonight from 5:30 to 8:30pm at Rowlett High School. Tickets are $7 at the door. Come enjoy Rowlett’s finest businesses and restaurants in one location!

ROWLETT SINGS

Don't miss your chance to become Rowlett's next superstar! The deadline for 'Rowlett Sings' entries is next Monday, April 1st. The vocal contest has additional categories for youth and seniors as well as a group category. Admission to the contest held on Saturday, April 27 at 6 pm is free!

TRASH ART CONTEST

KRB is sponsoring a "3D Plastic Trash-Art" contest as part of the Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20 on the Downtown Rowlett Green. So dig through that recycling bin and get creative. Deadline is midnight April 1.

POERTY CONTEST

KRB has another contest deadline coming up. The Library is teaming up with with Keep Rowlett Beautiful for the “Planet vs. Plastics” Poetry Contest. Open to all ages, deadline to enter is April 6. Winning entries will be displayed as a poster at the library.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

At last week’s council meeting, March was proclaimed Women’s History Month in Rowlett. The women of the Rowlett Police Department, who courageously serve our City alongside their male counterparts; and who currently account for 22% of our sworn officers, which is higher than both the Texas average of 11% and the National average of 13%, were recognized as well.

FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT STEM AT LIBRARY

The Frontiers of Flight STEM Morning is Saturday, March 30 at 10:00am at the Rowlett Public Library. Enjoy STEM activities that will leave your family in awe of our world.

ANIMAL SHELTER

The City of Rowlett Animal Services shelter is still at capacity. If you’ve been considering adding a new member to your family, now is the time – all adoptions are FREE! The shelter is open from Tuesday-Saturday (10am-5pm)

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Farmers and Crafts Market

The Farmers and Crafts Market starts April 4! Come on out to the Downtown Rowlett Green every Thursday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy a variety of food trucks and visit with local vendors while shopping for produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, crafts and more!

Kid Fish

Kid Fish is Saturday, April 6. Join us from 9am-Noon at Community Park for this fun free family event designed to foster a love of fishing and the great outdoors!

Total Eclipse Watch Party

Join us on the Downtown Rowlett Green Total Eclipse Watch Party

on Monday, April 8 from 12pm to 3 p.m. Activities include a DJ, rocket ship bounce house, food trucks, and educational programs to learn more about this astronomical event. FREE solar eclipse glasses from the Rowlett Public Library for event attendees while supplies last.

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Easter Eggstravaganza - Saturday, March 23 - 10 a.m. to Noon

Pecan Grove Park

Join us for a morning of laughter, surprises, and unforgettable memories for the whole family. Bring your baskets and hunt for treat-filled eggs, enjoy lots of kids activities and games, food trucks, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Hunts are divided by age groups and abilities so everyone will enjoy a full basket of treats!

Pup-a-Palooza - Friday, March 22 - 6 to 9 p.m.

Scentral Bark Dog Park

Dogs of all sizes and breeds are invited to hunt for eggs filled with doggie treats. Contests, food vendors, prizes and photos with the Easter Bunny, too

NTMWD Annual System Maintenance:

The North Texas Municipal Water District has temporarily changed the disinfectant in its water treatment process until April 1. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water quality. Your tap water may smell a little different, but it’s completely safe to drink and use. Visit ntmwd.com for tips for details

MILLER/CHIESA INTERSECTION

The Miller Road and Chiesa Road intersection reopened today! The entire Miller Road reconstruction project is anticipated to be complete at the end of May.

LUNCH ON THE LAWN

Next Monday, March 25, don’t miss the final Lunch on the Lawn in Downtown Rowlett! Join on your lunch break - and enjoy great food and great company!

Vendors next week are:

Cakegasm LLC
La Rosita
Monster Yogurt
Doss Tastebudz
Famous O's Catfish and Shrimp
Holy Smokes BBQ
Cousins Maine Lobster
The Mexicans Food Truck

FREE ANIMAL ADOPTIONS

Keep Rowlett Beautiful Art Contest

KRB is sponsoring a "3D Plastic Trash-Art" contest as part of the Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20 on the Downtown Rowlett Green. Submission categories range from little-bitty's up to grown-ups, so dig through that recycling bin and get creative! Deadline is midnight April 1.

Total Eclipse Watch Party

Join us on the Downtown Rowlett Green Total Eclipse Watch Party on Monday, April 8 - Noon to 3 p.m. Activities include a DJ, rocket ship bounce house, food trucks, and educational programs to learn more about this astronomical event. FREE solar eclipse glasses from the Rowlett Public Library for event attendees while supplies last. Join us on the dark side of the moon for a once in a lifetime experience!

Downtown Strategic Plan Open House - Monday, April 22 - 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Rowlett Community Centre

We are reimagining the future of Downtown and creating a plan to guide us. Your input in this planning process is essential in shaping the vision. Join us at this final Open House, and tell us what you think!

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Here's your top news and events for the week of March 11, 2024. For more details on any topic, please visit www.rowlett.com

NTMWD Annual System Maintenance:

LUNCH ON THE LAWN

Lunch on the Lawn in Downtown Rowlett continues all month long! Make plans to join us next Monday from 11am– 2pm and pick from a variety of food trucks.

FREE ANIMAL ADOPTIONS

DISNEY STAYCATION:

The Spring Break edition of Disney Staycation is at the Rowlett Public Library this week! It’s everyday at 10am from March 11-14

LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Also at the library...The Friends of the Rowlett Library are holding a book sale at the library on Saturday, March 16 from 10am-4pm. You can purchase a diverse array of books, craft supplies, and learning materials. Only cash or checks are accepted.

First Aid, CPR and AED Class March 16 & 17

Rowlett Explorer Post One is sponsoring Wilderness First Aid with CPR/AED and Standard First Aid, CPR/AED trainings on March 16 & 17. The course will take between 6–8 hours depending on the number of students. Sign up by using the links found on the front page of www.Rowlett.com

HOA Legal Clinic

Are you an HOA or Neighborhood Association leader? Then please join us for the 2024 HOA Legal Clinic! It’s March 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Plano Event Center

PICKLEBALL:

Pickleball, is not just kinda fun, it's an absolute blast! Think of it as tennis meets ping-pong...but with less running. Come play at the Rowlett Community Centre! It’s $5.00 for a day pass or sign in with your RCC membership. Check the RCC for the daily schedule.

GOLF GLASSES:

Join us at Waterview Golf Club for an incredible series of golf classes hosted by the renowned LPGA Teaching Professional, Lexi Clary.

Whether you're a junior golfer aspiring to be the next prodigy or a seasoned player looking to enhance your game, these classes are designed just for you! Learn more on the Parks and Rec Social Media page.

https://lexiclary.com/class-links

Total Eclipse Watch Party

Don’t forget that Sunday, March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day!

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Welcome to the first episode of “This Week in Rowlett” podcast! Your go-to spot for all things Rowlett!

Brittney Farr, your Director of Economic and Community Engagement, shares all the exciting events, can't-miss activities, and important dates in your hometown!

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🎙️ Episode Summary:

In this episode of the Mayor's Spotlight podcast, Rowlett Mayor Blake Margolis has an insightful conversation with the City's newly appointed Director of Economic and Community Engagement, Brittney Farr! They discuss her vision for enhancing Rowlett's economic and community development initiatives and her role in shaping the city's future.

🏙️ What You'll Discover in This Episode:

Brittney Farr's journey and what led her to serve Rowlett.
Her fresh and ambitious perspective on economic and community engagement.
A look at how Brittney plans to collaborate with local businesses, stakeholders, and citizens!

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In her final episode, Hannah Rabalais shares her insights and experiences from her time working as the Digital Media Specialist at the City of Rowlett. She shares the "5 Things I Wish Every Resident Knew" – unveiling secrets, tips, and heartwarming stories that every Rowlett resident should hear. From city initiatives to hidden gems in our community, Hannah also reflects on her journey and the impact it has had on her. Don't miss out on this heartfelt farewell episode. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more updates from the City of Rowlett! #MyRowlett #FarewellHannah 🎙️🏙️💙

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Here's your top news and events for the week of October 20th!

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Get ready to dive into the spooky spirit of Halloween with a bone-chilling episode of the My Rowlett Podcast! 🕸️👻 Join us as we sit down with Noel Gutierrez, the mastermind behind the new spine-tingling experience known as "Nightmare on Hanover Ct at Pecan Grove Park.

🌙 Every Friday and Saturday night throughout the month of October, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Pecan Grove Park transforms into a realm of darkness, mystery, and fright. Nightmare on Hanover Ct offers a FREE and hair-raising adventure for the entire family. Do you want to be a part of Nightmare on Hanover Ct? Noel is looking for volunteers and donations!

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In this special Halloween episode, we'll unravel the secrets behind the eerie attractions, meet the dedicated man that brings this haunting spectacle to life, and discover the history and inspiration behind this ghastly event.

Whether you're a Halloween enthusiast, a fan of spooktacular experiences, or just curious about what goes on in your local community during this chilling season, this episode is bound to leave you ready for some Halloween fun!

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to the My Rowlett Podcast to stay updated with all the fascinating stories and events happening in our town! 🎃👻🌙 Stay tuned and prepare for a ghoulishly good time on the My Rowlett Podcast!

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Here's your top news and events for the week of October 13th!

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Here's your top news and events for the week of October 6th!

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mayor's Spotlight Podcast! In this episode, your host, Rowlett Mayor Blake Margolis, sits down with Rowlett City Manager David Hall, to delve deep into the details of the Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget.

📅 Effective October 1, 2023, the FY2024 City Budget is a crucial blueprint that outlines the financial priorities and investments for our community. Join us as Mayor Margolis and City Manager Hall discuss the key highlights, strategic initiatives, and the impact this budget will have on the residents of Rowlett.

🏛️ Learn about the planning that went into crafting this budget, addressing important issues such as public safety, infrastructure improvements, parks and recreation, and so much more. Gain insights into the collaborative efforts of our local government in ensuring that Rowlett continues to thrive and flourish.

🎙️ Mayor's Spotlight Podcast is your exclusive source for in-depth conversations with the leaders shaping the future of our city. Whether you're an engaged citizen or simply curious about the inner workings of municipal governance, this episode is a must-watch!

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of September 15th:

September 15-October 15 has been proclaimed as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Rowlett! Swing by Downtown Rowlett to see the water tower lit in blue and red tonight in celebration.

To celebrate Library Card Signup Month, Our library is holding three drawings for $50 to Half Price Books! So How do you win? You can do one or all of the following:

Sign up for your very own library card. All ages are eligible.
If you know someone who doesn't have a card, encourage them to come in. Each person you refer is an entry.
Use your library card during the month of September.

Is your library card well-worn or missing? We'll replace it during the month of September as well, free of charge!

Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/3n7csaap

On Wednesday your Mayor and City Council hosted a public Town Hall Meeting, if you missed it, check out the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbrFrcRzcoU

Last weekend we unveiled the 9/11 Memorial Sculpture at Fire Station Two, to learn more check out the latest episode of the My Rowlett podcast.

👂 Listen here: https://tinyurl.com/464xxr9r

🎥 Watch here: https://tinyurl.com/tj5n47vj

Watch the recap video from the event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09MUlNGFuEA

Starting next week, your City Council has a new meeting schedule! Work Sessions will be held at 6:00 PM on the Monday preceding the first and third Tuesday regular City Council Meeting. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/yz38x5xp

Heads up! Next week, your City Council is hosting a public hearing on the proposed tax rate on September 19 at 7:00 PM at City Council Chambers. Council will also vote to adopt the next fiscal year's budget that evening as well. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/yz38x5xp

And finally don’t forget to join us tonight for Friday Night Grooves here in Downtown Rowlett! The party starts at 7:30pm! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/4raes7x5

Have a great weekend Rowlett!

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of September 8th:

Join us tonight in Downtown Rowlett to boogie down with the Midnight Soul band! The party starts at 7:30 pm. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/2p8ac3r9

Tomorrow morning, 9/9 at 10:30am we will be gathering at Fire Stattion 2 to unveil the new 9/11 Memorial Sculpture. If you can’t make it out, we just released a podcast episode sharing the remarkable story behind this sculpture. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/3zutkfvp

Listen here:https://tinyurl.com/58u9mc24

Watch here: https://youtu.be/Lq_iwOaaUaQ

The Rowlett Fire and Police Departments will be hosting a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fire Station Two on Monday, 9/11 at 8:30am. Please join us as we honor those 343 firefighters and 60 police officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/4v5ypwrk

If you want to continue to rock with us after Friday Night Grooves, we will be having another concert on Saturday, September 9, at our Barks, Brews and Brats reschedule EVENT! Bring your dogs to Scentral Bark dog park at 6pm for a fun evening! More info: https://tinyurl.com/5et3zfxc

Your Mayor, Blake Margolis released his September Mayor’s Spotlight Podcast! In this episode, we focus on a timely topic: "What is the role of a Councilmember in Rowlett?" Listen today on your favorite podcast platform today!

Listen here: http://tinyurl.com/369xt65h

Watch here: http://tinyurl.com/4nrtjvmj

Next Wednesday, September 13th at 7 pm we are hosting a public town hall meeting on Facebook Live and at the Rowlett Community Centre. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/bddhkpxy

And finally, Beginning October 2, the City of Rowlett will implement new business hours, open to serve customers Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Learn more on Rowlett.com

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In a powerful tribute to the heroes of 9/11 and a celebration of Rowlett's own first responders, we take you behind the scenes of a remarkable & profound public art installation. Tune into this touching episode as we unveil the story behind the new 9/11 memorial sculpture at Fire Station 2 in Rowlett.

Your host, Hannah Rabalais sits down with a couple of key stakeholders who made this memorial a reality. We have the privilege of interviewing the talented artist behind the sculpture, Jonathan Millet, who shares his personal connection to this honorable profession and what motivated him to create this work of art.

We're also joined by two members of the Arts and Humanities Commission, Deborah Crosby & Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Winget who provide insights into the selection process and the significance of public art in fostering appreciation for local culture and heritage.

And, to bring us closer to the heart of the matter, Chief Neil Howard of the Rowlett Fire Department offers his perspective on the enduring impact of 9/11 and the importance of honoring both the fallen heroes of New York City and the steadfast commitment of Rowlett's firefighters.

This episode takes you on a journey through the sculpture's symbolism, its profound connection to 9/11, and the local spirit of resilience it embodies. Learn about the intricate details, including the 343 cutout Maltese Crosses, each bearing the name of a firefighter lost on that fateful day, and the bronze cast firefighters representing unity and service.

As we prepare for the public ceremony on September 9, 2023, at 10:30 A.M., we invite you to explore the heartwarming and profound story of a small city with a big heart, coming together to remember, honor, and celebrate the brave souls who run towards danger when others run away.

Join us for this touching episode and discover how art can serve as a powerful reminder that "We Will Never Forget 9-11-01."

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September Episode - The Pivotal Role of Councilmembers

We are excited to share the latest episode of the Mayor's Spotlight Podcast, where we dive deep into the inner workings of our local government, explore key initiatives, and introduce you to the incredible individuals shaping Rowlett.

In this episode, we focus on a timely topic: "What is the role of a Councilmember in Rowlett?" With a Special Election on the horizon to fill the vacant seat of City Council, Place 1, the spotlight this month is on our dedicated Councilmembers.

Tune in as we gain firsthand insights from Mayor Pro Tem Deb Shinder and Councilmember Elise Bowers, who share their experiences and perspectives serving as councilmembers in the City of Rowlett.

Key Highlights:

Gain an understanding of Rowlett's government structure, emphasizing collaboration, accountability, and efficient decision-making.
Discover how our City Council, elected at-large, represents all residents within our city limits.
Explore the most rewarding and challenging aspects of serving on the council and the vital functions of a councilmember's role.

If you're passionate about shaping our community's future and have considered serving on the City Council, the application period is open until September 6 at 5pm.

Application here: https://www.rowletttx.gov/forms.aspx?FID=248&fbclid=IwAR2F7gAdUysNOv1XenJl690pXjWICjKA4Pz-7ZdZrNNc1bgTg98qr6zM208

Your engagement is vital in shaping the Rowlett we all know and love. We look forward to your participation in the upcoming Special Election. Make sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming Special Election dates:

Early Voting: October 23 through November 3
Election Day: Tuesday, November 7

Don't miss this chance to be a part of the decision-making process. Stay tuned for more information on how you can contribute to our wonderful community.

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Happy Friday Rowlett, here are your top news and upcoming events for the week of September 1st:

Friday Night Grooves kicks off tonight, featuring My Life: Live Scenes from the Piano Man.

We’ve got a full lineup of amazing bands for you, more info here: https://tinyurl.com/2p8ac3r9

This Monday, 9/4 is Labor Day and FCC will not be conducting trash/recycling/bulk collection services. Service will be postponed by one day for the rest of the week due to the holiday.

City Facilities will also be closed for the holiday. But don’t worry Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services will remain in operation at all times. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/95yfebz6

Here are some other events that are happening soon:

On Saturday, September 9th we have two events that you won’t want to miss..

First- The Arts and Humanities Commission is hosting an unveiling ceremony for the 9/11 memorial sculpture going in at Fire Station 2 at 10:30 am. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/37thx6eh

Later that day, we have our Barks, Brews, and brats event! Head over to Scentral Bark Dog Park from 6-9pm to enjoy furry friends, drinks, live music, and more! More info: https://tinyurl.com/5et3zfxc

On Wednesday, September 13th we have our Public Town Hall meeting on Facebook live and at the Rowlett Community Centre starting at 7 pm. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/bddhkpxy

We also have two incredible podcast episodes launching next week, so don’t forget to subscribe to the My Rowlett Podcast on your favorite platform so you don’t miss out!

Have a great long weekend, Rowlett!

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Happy Friday Rowlett, here’s your top news and events for the week of August 25th!

We are happy to announce, that after 485 days in the shelter, our longest resident Stone has been adopted!! Enjoy Missouri Stone!

Get your popcorn ready and Join us tomorrow at 11 a.m. at the Rowlett Public Library for this week’s Movie Matinee featuring Puss in Boots: The Last Wish [PG]! More info: https://tinyurl.com/46dbrrar

The Library is also proud to present a new eBook and audiobook service, free to you with your Library card. Learn more about cloudLibrary here: https://tinyurl.com/yuru78y5

This week we announced the new date for the Town Hall Meeting. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 13th at 7pm. It’ll be hosted at the Rowlett Community Centre and on Facebook live. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/bddhkpxy

Ready to conquer the chessboard? Parks and rec just announced an all-new program: Beginner and Intermediate Chess class at the Rowlett Community Centre! Embark on an exciting journey into the captivating realm of chess, tailor-made for eager learners aged 6 to 18. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/nhh2d5j5

And finally, we want to give a quick shout-out to the First Rowlett United Methodist Church for swinging by and dropping off goodies for our police department! Thank you!!

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Happy Friday Rowlett, Here’s your top news and events for the week of August 18th!

This week, your city manager David hall presented the Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget to the Rowlett City Council at this weeks City Council Meeting.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 19th because the public hearing on the ad valorem tax rate will be held at the regular city council meeting. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/y6e67m27

This week we announced the Texas Smart Yard Winners! Congratulations to the Lewis Frias & Family and Ellen Schwab & Family. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/yc52xtc8

An exciting annoucnement--This week we also officially revealed the New Downtown Rowlett logo featuring the Icon historic water tower! Make sure you’re follow downtown rowlett to stay up to date on all that is happening in downtown!

Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downtownrowletttx

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownrowlett/

Next Thursday, August 24 , Carter Blood Care will be at the community centre hosting a blood drive! Please consider donting to help maintain the critical blood supply throughout our metroplex. They will be set up from 8am-2pm. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/dxm7yvmf

And finally Join us for the electrifying Friday Night Grooves on Main event, happening every Friday in September at the lively Rowlett Downtown Greenspace. We have an exciting lineup for y’all! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/2p8ac3r9

Follow Parks & Recreation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettparksandrec/

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of August 11, Rowlett!

It’s Tax-free weekend! This is a great time to get your school supplies and stock up on clothing and shoes that are under $100! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/2myh2z72

Your mayor, Blake Margolis released his August Mayor’s Spotlight podcast!

Tune in as Mayor Blake Margolis sits down with Jeff Cohen (Director of Engineering & Interim Director of Public Works) to discuss some highly anticipated and impactful road projects which will shape Rowlett's landscape for years to come. From timelines to project scopes and every update in between, this episode is your resource for the most up-to-date information.

🎙️Listen to the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/z7ck5cdx

📹 Watch the videocast: https://tinyurl.com/ybjhjh7e

Mark your calendars for this Monday, August 14th because your mayor and city council are hosting a town hall at the Rowlett Community Centre and on Facebook live at 7 pm! This is your chance to ask any questions and find out about all of the exciting things happening in YOUR hometown! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/3zz8urr9

If you’re interested in serving on a board or commission, applications need to be submitted by Monday, August 14th! More info here: https://tinyurl.com/mwnyzhfp

If are you interested in Genealogy, then the upcoming workshop at the Rowlett public library is for you! Learn what it takes to succeed at hunting down your ancestry, tomorrow August 12 at 11 am! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/ynapp88p

And finally, our Animal Shelter is at code red, if you or someone you know is interested in adopting or fostering, please reach out to our animal services team!

See available Dogs here: https://tinyurl.com/4rjx7j45

See available Cats here: https://tinyurl.com/4uzraskj

I hope everyone had a great first week of school, and I’ll see you again next week Rowlett!

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Welcome to the August Mayor’s Spotlight Podcast episode! Every month your host, Mayor Blake Margolis is providing you with a deep dive into what’s going on in your hometown. And for the month of August, Mayor Margolis is interviewing your Director of Engineering & Interim Director of Public Works, Jeff Cohen! In this episode, they discuss and review active and upcoming major thoroughfare roadway projects going on in Rowlett.

We highly recommend listening to the full episode because it is packed with great information, but if you’re interested in hearing about a specific project, here is the list of what is discussed:

01:40 - 03:45 Status of Miller Road between Railroad tracks and Dalrock Road

03:46 - 8:31 Status of Miller Road bridge design

08:32 - 12:17 Status of Chiesa Roadd between Dalrock Road and Miller Road

12:18 - 17:55 Status of the Lakeview Pkwy / Dalrock Road intersection project

17:56 - 20:56 Status of Right-turn lane projects

20:57 - 26:21 Status of the Merritt Road Interconnector

26:22 - 32:40 Status of the Interstate 30 expansion project

More info about the project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vqh4XwvU4FA

Latest update from TX Dot: https://tinyurl.com/4rw9724m

32:41 - 37:25 Discussion of future potential bond projects

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Tomorrow is the last day the Wet Zone will be open for the season, head on over between 12-6pm to get the last swim in before school starts!

On Monday, August 7, the intersection of miller road and Chiesa will be closed for several weeks to complete earthwork preparation and concrete paving. Visit rowlett.com for more info on both phases of this project!

We’ve released another episode of the My Rowlett Podcast! Tune in to learn more about how Rowlett recently became a GO TEXAN partner and the fun things that are happening in Downtown Rowlett! Listen on your favorite podcast platform today!

We want to take a moment to thank everyone who made this year’s Summer Reading Program a great success. Overall, we had:

2,093 total participants (a 20.7% increase over last year) 23,875 total hours read

Your favorite Liberians are scaling back children’s programming this month to plan some great programs for you this fall! Stay tuned to their social media!

And finally, if you haven’t taken the Rowlett Parks and Rec master plan update survey yet, we want your input to update this community plan! Visit rowlett.com for more info!

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We’re so excited to announce that the City of Rowlett is officially a GO TEXAN Partner City! If you’ve never heard about this program by the Texas Department of Agriculture, then this episode is for you!

At the beginning of this episode, we sit down and chat with Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller about the GO TEXAN program and what this means for the City of Rowlett! Afterward, we chat with our new Downtown Rowlett Manager, Melinda Bartram who spearheaded this partnership to discuss why she’s excited to be a GO TEXAN partner. Melinda also shares several updates about a variety of exciting projects that are happening in Downtown Rowlett.

More information about GO TEXAN:

“For over twenty years, the Texas Department of Agriculture's GO TEXAN program has been dedicated to showcasing products and businesses made right here in the Lone Star State.

Whether we are developing new sales and business opportunities for GO TEXAN Partners or encouraging consumers to look for the iconic GO TEXAN mark when making buying decisions, we will always strive to find new and meaningful ways to promote products and services that are Texas made and Texas proud.”

Learn more here: http://www.gotexan.org/ or visit https://www.texasagriculture.gov/

Follow GO TEXAN!

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Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/gotexan/

More information about Downtown Rowlett:

“Downtown Rowlett is growing. Steeped in history, the area was once located on the historic Bankhead Highway - the first all-weather transcontinental highway. Through its planning efforts, the City of Rowlett set out to maintain an organic feel to downtown, embracing its history while creating an urban environment. Rowlett was also one of the original Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) member cities and opened its first station in in 2012 on the Blue Line (Downtown Rowlett station), providing an optimal location for urban transit-oriented developments. The City created a Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Downtown Municipal Management District to help spur additional development by providing needed infrastructure improvements.”

Learn more here: https://villageofrowlettdowntown.com/

Follow Downtown Rowlett!

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Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/downtownrowlett/

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Here are the top news and highlights for the week of July 21st:

At Tuesday night's City Council Meeting, 100-year-old WWII Combat Bomber Pilot Carl S. Chilton, Jr. was honored and recognized as our 28th Rowlett Vet! More info here: https://tinyurl.com/3x3bs9f7

This week at Summer reading is Space Camp theme! Join us tomorrow at 11 am at the Rowlett Public Library for A Day in Space! More info here: https://tinyurl.com/3j99bndv

Our Parks & RecDeprtment Master Plan Update is underway and we need your input to update this community plan with your vision in mind! Tell us what you think by taking the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/fenzmmx2

The Annual Pooch Plunge hosted by the Friends of the Rowlett Animals is Sunday, August 6 @ The Wet Zone! Get your tickets now before they sell out here: https://tinyurl.com/mr4cbcwh

Mark your calendars for August 14th because we’re hosting a town hall meeting at the Rowlett community centre! This meeting will be hosted in person and on Facebook live. Get your questions ready!

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of July 14!

Heads up I-30 drivers! Weather permitting, all lanes of I-30 will be closed at Dalrock Road from 9 PM Sat., July 15 through 11 AM Sun., July 16. Visit Rowlett.com for more info.

You are invited to join us for the next phase of the Chiesa Road Widening and Historical Documentation project. We hosted three successful public workshops in June and received some great ideas for design features that can help honor the family legacy in the area. We encourage you to drop in and spend 10-15 minutes reviewing and responding to the results from the June workshops.

All meetings will have the same content at different times, so come to one that works best for your schedule!

SUN, JULY 16: 2:00 - 4:00 PM

WED, JULY 19: 6:30 - 8:30 PM

FRI, JULY 21: 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Thank you for your time and feedback, learn more here:https://www.rowletttx.gov/2013/Chiesa-Road-Widening-and-Historical-Docu

Did you know that The Salvation Army partners with the City of Rowlett to facilitate mortgage, rent, and utility payment assistance for eligible Rowlett residents? Please call 214-637-8204 to apply. Learn more on Rowlett.com

The Citizens Police Academy is back! Applications for the class are on Rowlett.com and classes begin on August 17! Apply today, there are only 25 spots! Learn more here:https://www.rowletttx.gov/210/Citizen-Police-Academy

And finally…., this week we said our official goodbyes to our former City Manager Brian Funderburk. He has severed our community for 20 years and we’re so grateful for his leadership and for helping shape our community into what it is now. Thanks, Brian!!

Have a wonderful weekend Rowlett. See you here next week, thanks for tuning in!

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s a short episode of the Friday @ 5 for July 7th!

The highlight of this week has to be our incredible Fireworks on Main event on Tuesday! Shoutout to everyone who made this fun and safe for the whole family. If you missed out, check out all the fun videos and photos on our social media!

Heads up, tomorrow, Saturday, July 8th, Miller Road will be closed both eastbound and westbound from the Miller/Chiesa Road intersection to Chardonnay Drive. The Road closure will start at 7:00 AM and reopen upon completion which is expected to be at 7:00 PM. Learn more on Rowlett.com!

Yesterday, your mayor Blake Margolis released his July Mayor’s Spotlight!

🎙️Listen to the podcast:https://tinyurl.com/3efzsrvd

📹 Watch the videocast: https://tinyurl.com/5n8xez3n

📰 Read the newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3kyexmsv

"David is an innovative and dedicated local government professional who will serve our community very well. The City Council is excited for this next chapter in Rowlett, as he shares our passion to deliver quality City services and has the experience to lead our organization efficiently as our community continues to grow. I hope you enjoy getting to know your new City Manager, I know I did - Rowlett is in great hands!"

Have a great weekend, Rowlett!

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Mayor's Spotlight - July 2023

Message from Mayor Blake Margolis:

Last fall, after 20 years of service to the Rowlett community, and almost 40 years in local government, City Manager Brian Funderburk announced his plans to retire this month. After an extensive nationwide search that yielded almost 80 candidates, we were all very pleased to welcome City Manager David Hall to Rowlett at the beginning of June.

David is an innovative and dedicated local government professional who will serve our community very well. The City Council is excited for this next chapter in Rowlett, as he shares our passion to deliver quality City services and has the experience to lead our organization efficiently as our community continues to grow. This month, I took the opportunity to sit down with David and really dig into his experiences and plans for our City organization. I hope you enjoy getting to know your new City Manager, I know I did - Rowlett is in great hands!

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We’re one week away from one of our favorite events of the year!! This episode has everything you need to #KnowBeforeYouGo to Fireworks on Main this Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

📅 Date: Tuesday, July 4

📍 Location: Pecan Grove Park (right behind the Wet Zone water park 5300 Main St.)

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

☀️Tips to Beat the Heat ☀️

We encourage all visitors to bring a hat, cooling neck rag, neck fan, sunglasses, sunscreen, BUG SPRAY, and anything else to keep you safe from the hot outdoor conditions. There will be NO TENTS OR CANOPIES ALLOWED. You are welcome to bring personal-size umbrellas. We will have a big white tent canopy called "PUBLIC SHADE TENT" where you and your family can take a temporary break from the sun.

🌭Food & Beverages🌭

Coolers containing non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are permitted! We encourage everyone to bring plenty of water to stay hydrated! 💦If you don’t want to pack your own food, we’ve rounded up the best food trucks in the area to satisfy your cravings! We've got something for everyone!

💵PRO-TIP- Most vendors do accept credit cards, but we also recommend bringing cash!

🪑Seating 🪑

Remember to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs to ensure you have a comfortable spot to enjoy the festivities. If you’re looking for a chair that has shade built into it, check this one out we found online: https://tinyurl.com/2a7rb8jj

🎸Music Lineup🎸

5pm-6pm: @ Summer Dean

6:30pm-7:30pm: @ Live 80 Band

8pm-9:30pm: @ Emerald City Band

🎆 Spectacular Fireworks 🎆

As the sun sets and the sky darkens, get ready for an awe-inspiring fireworks display that will light up the night sky around 9:30pm! The best place to see the fireworks will be at the event.

🚗 Parking Information 🚗

Limited parking will be available at Rowlett High School. Carpooling is encouraged, and we will have a shuttle service available. You can find all of our maps and additional information here: https://tinyurl.com/4yn5xub9

Overflow/additional parking Locations: Rowlett First United methodist church, Rowlett First Baptist church, Rowlett City Hall, Herfurth Park, Coyle Middle School, Downtown Rowlett Gravel Parking lot behind Bankhead Brewery, Dart Station Parking lot 1.

🎈Kids Activites 🎈

We will have a designated childrens area to the right hand of the stage (map link below ⬇️)! Your kids can expect bounce houses, games and a Ninja Warrior course by @Ninja Nation - Murphy, TX.

🐶 Furry Friends 🐶

Your furry friends are allowed! But we recommend checking the heat index before you go, because it might be too hot for most animals to enjoy the event.

➡️Maps and more info here: https://tinyurl.com/4yn5xub9

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of June 23, Rowlett!

It’s Animal camp week at the Rowlett Library! Tomorrow at 11 am make sure to check out All About Animals Live! More info here: https://tinyurl.com/42nv7cpv

Also happening tomorrow, you can paddle with our parks board at 8am at paddle point park! If you don’t have the equipment, we’ll have some available for you to rent! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/yc89777r

At this week's City Council Meeting- City Council presented a Proclamation recognizing the month of June as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. The Water Tower will be lit in teal on June 27th for PTSD Awareness Day.

Mayor Blake Margolis also presented a Proclamation at this week’s City Council Meeting recognizing June as Pride Month. The water tower will be lit in Pride colors, on June 28 and we’ll be celebrating with our Taste of Pride event with Ice cream generously donated by Sammy Lou’s BBQ. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/2natu78u

Our last Farmers and Craft market is next Thursday, June 28 in Downtown Rowlett from 5:30-8:30pm! We hope to see you there!

Stay cool and hydrated this weekend Rowlett!!

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Happy Friday Rowlett - Here's your top news and events for the Week of June 16th:

On Monday, we released another episode of the My Rowlett podcast featuring the RDEIC and its perfect timing because we talk about their upcoming events- join us tomorrow in downtown Rowlett for the Juneteenth block party from 10am-1pm. To learn more to listen to the podcast on Rowlett.com/podcast

Help us memorialize history! We’re working on a Chiesa Road documentary and we would love to interview you, or take a peek at any photos of films you might have of this area.

Call us at 469-215-8566. email us: podcast@rowlett.com

To learn more, we have one more public meeting on Sunday, June 18 from 2-4pm at RCC.

Visit Rowlett.com for more info!

Next Tuesday, June 20th at 6;30pm the Rowlett Police are hosting a Dog Walker Watch meeting at the RCC! To learn more about this program and how you can help PD while you’re out walking your dog, we highly recommend attending this event! Visit RPD on Facebook to learn more! www.facebook.com/rowlettpolicedepartment

Please help us assess Downtown Rowlett with this quick one-minute survey!

https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/0c8ea1ad4a5e4b358387d6a3efd55209

We want to know why you visit downtown, what you like and what you want from your experience. Your opinion is important to us! Visit our social post for more info!

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Our city, metroplex and country are so diverse, and in Rowlett, you all know we love to celebrate that with various proclamations and events, but there’s so much more! Tune into this episode of the My Rowlett Podcast featuring two members of the Rowlett Diversity Equity & Inclusion Commission (RDEIC)- Cynthia Manning & Chance Jobe!

The Rowlett Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission exists to provide creative ideas and feedback to proactively engage Rowlett’s diverse population. We aspire to enhance the community by celebrating and fostering mutual respect, integrity, and fairness. We seek to engage with others in a deliberate and collaborative effort to enrich the vibrant culture of Rowlett. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/yjkuwppk

Mark your calendars for their upcoming events:

Juneteenth Block Party- Hosted at the Downtown Rowlett green space. Happening Saturday, June 17 from 10 am - 1 pm. The RDEIC will be introducing the newly appointed INAUGURAL Miss Juneteenth Rowlett- Ariane Gibbons! They’ll also have a live performance by the EJ Matthews Band, games, vendors, food - lots of fun! More info: https://tinyurl.com/2cw7phbp

Sweet Taste of Pride- June 28 from 7-9pm. They will be lighting the water tower in rainbow colors to celebrate Pride. Sample desserts from Sammy Lou’s Home Cooking & Barbecue and do Zumba with Daniel to work it all off! More info: https://tinyurl.com/2natu78u

If you interested in serving on the RDEIC, fill out an application here: https://tinyurl.com/yeyprw8d

Follow the RDEIC on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettDEIC

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Here’s your top news and events for the week of June 9, Rowlett!

It’s STEAM Camp week for Summer Reading at the Rowlett Public Library! If you haven’t signed up, it’s not too late! More info here:https://tinyurl.com/bdfvzt6a

Your Mayor Blake Margolis released his monthly Mayors Spotlight Podcast & newsletter this week.

🎙️Listen to the podcast:https://tinyurl.com/5n7t8mm3

📰 Read the newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/ytax3xxk

📹 Watch the podcast episode: https://tinyurl.com/ytzpt6zp

The Animal Shelter is at Code Red, we are in desperate need of folks who can foster or adopt! Reach out to the Rowlett Animal Services Team here for more info: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettAnimalServices

Heads Up I 30 drivers! Tonight & Saturday night, all lanes of east and westbound I-30 will be closed at Dalrock Road from 9 p.m. through 8 a.m.. For traffic detours and more info- see the post on our Facebook page.

Chiesa Area Historical Documentation Public Meetings at the Rowlett Community Centre. If you or someone you know who has stories, documents or photos, we would love to connect with you! More info here: https://tinyurl.com/2p945t7p

The City of Rowlett recently closed on the purchase of the Old Chase Bank Building here on Dalrock Road. This facility will become the future Utility Billing Office and will also serve as a voting location for Rowlett residents in Rockwall County. Renovations and fiber connection to the new facility will begin this month, with an anticipated Grand Opening to serve Rowlett residents in early October. Stay tuned for more info! We’re so excited about this!

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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The June 2023 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter has been released. And this month, Mayor Margolis is talking about the upcoming Summer events in Rowlett!

Read the June 2023 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

More info about Fire Works on Main, happening Tuesday, July 4th: https://tinyurl.com/yf9sydt9
More info about the Rowlett Public Library Summer Reading program: rowlett.com/summerreading
More info about the Rowlett Farmers & Craft Market: https://tinyurl.com/ynppxyz9
More info about the Juneteenth Block Party: https://tinyurl.com/2cw7phbp
More info about the Barks, Brews & Brats: https://tinyurl.com/5et3zfxc
More info about Friday Night Grooves on Main: https://tinyurl.com/2p8ac3r9
More info about the Wet Zone water park: https://tinyurl.com/mud4wtt7

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Happy Friday Rowlett, here’s your top news and events for the week of May 26th:

Memorial Day Ceremony Replay: https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

City Facilities will be closed on Monday, May 29th to observe Memorial Day- Trash Services will run as normal. More info: bit.ly/3OVh4HN

This week, we released another episode of the My Rowlett Podcast! Tune in to learn about this year's summer reading at the Rowlett public library and how you can access some pretty cool resources like free Udemy courses at your rowlett public library. Visit rowlett.com/podcast to listen today!

This week we celebrated EMS week and Public works week! Shoutout to these incredible teams who are all dedicated first responders and do so much for our community! Thank you so much!

The Farmer’s Market in Downtown Rowlett is still happening every Thursday night from 5:30-8:30 pm until June 29th! Make your plan to swing by soon!

Have a great long weekend, everyone!

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There are so many resources that you can access with your FREE Rowlett Public Library Card! And getting a Library card is SO easy!

In this episode of the My Rowlett Podcast, Host Hannah Rabalais sits down with Nancy Chevalier & Colton Lytle to talk about the upcoming Summer Reading program and resources you can access with your Rowlett Public Library Card.

Summer Reading- Camp Beyond-A-Book Information:

Pre-register the whole family for Summer Reading starting May 15 through May 31. More info: bit.ly/3OEyVCu

Summer Reading Challenge for 2023 includes reading books, eBooks as well as listening to audiobooks. So, you could listen your way to winning a Summer Reading prize!

Kick Off: June 3 @ 11 a.m.

Week 1: STEAM Camp (June 5-10)

Week 2: Sleepaway Camp (June 12-17)

Week 3: Animal Camp (June 19-24)

Week 4: Scout Camp (June 26- July 1)

Week 5: Culinary Camp (July 3-8)

Week 6: Band Camp (July10-15)

Week 7: Space Camp (July 17-22)

Closing Ceremony: July 29 @ 10 a.m.

Resources Shared:

STEAM Kits- STEAM Kits include hand-selected learning tools and games that teach Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math skills. Each collection contains fun activities for learning independently or as a group! More info: bit.ly/3MFnPe2

Free Udemy Access: bit.ly/433UQHL

cloudLibrary app: bit.ly/3Wz7hZA

Chilton Auto Repair: bit.ly/423Tc7x

Additional links and helpful information:

Library Card Info: https://bit.ly/3FX4tPC

Library Catalog: https://bit.ly/3tbBAHN

Calendars & Newsletters: https://bit.ly/3FXkSU6

Friends of the Rowlett Public Library: https://bit.ly/3Ed1rFM

Follow the Rowlett Public Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettPublicLibrary

Follow the Rowlett Public Library on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettpubliclibrarymain/

Rowlett Public Library Hours of Operation:

Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 8:30 pm

Friday - Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Rowlett Public Library Address:

3900 Main Street Ste 200

Rowlett, TX 75088

We will be sharing more Library resources on the My Rowlett Podcast. Stay tuned and subscribe!

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of May 19:

Celebrate World Bee Day tomorrow with Keep Rowlett Beautiful and Neighborhood planning by learning How to build a Pollinator Garden at the Rowlett Community Center at 10 am! More info: https://bit.ly/42voDb

The Wet Zone season starts on Saturday, May 20th! More info here: https://bit.ly/431xJgz

Meet your new councilmembers here: (add link when its posted)

At this week’s city council meeting, we recognized our 27th Rowlett Veteran- Jonathan Flores! Mr. Flores thank you so much for your service, to learn more check out this post: https://bit.ly/430RIfP

More info about the most recent Life Saving Award:

This week was also National Police Week! Thank you to the men and women who serve our community at the Rowlett Police Department! Show Rowlett PD some love on our Facebook post here: https://bit.ly/3WaATfH

Join us next Thursday, May 25th at 10 am at Veterans Park for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony. More info: https://bit.ly/3OlxN6K

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of May 12:

Thank you to all who voted in this general election! All bonds and charter amendments have passed, and all of the GISD bonds passed as well! All results are unofficial until canvassed at a Special Meeting on May 17, 2023. More info: https://bit.ly/3VSs0Hu

We’ve released another My Rowlett Podcast episode featuring your Mayor Pro Tem- Jeff Winget! Listen here: https://bit.ly/3VOM0KV Watch here: https://bit.ly/3HYyq22

Rowlett City Academy is back! Are you interested in learning about the inner workings of your city? Registration is open now and classes begin June 1! More info here: https://bit.ly/3LSa3UV

The Wetzone opens on May 20th! Visit rowlett.com for more info!

This week, we celebrated National Correctional Officers Week. Shoutout to the incredible men and women who serve our detention center at the Rowlett Police Department! More info: https://bit.ly/3MeG9eN

At last week's meeting, the City Council proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month in the City of Rowlett. The downtown water tower will be lit in white and blue on May 13. More info: https://bit.ly/44LjgqJ

The Animal Shelter needs donations! The best donations right now are Slip lead dog leashes, Dog harnesses (any size), and Laundry detergent. More info: https://bit.ly/3BiQekQ

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The May 2023 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter has been released. And this month, Mayor Margolis is talking about Volunteering in the City of Rowlett!

Read the Mayor 2023 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

Take an Active Role in Your Community Volunteer for a City Board or Commission!

The City Council makes its annual appointments at the end of September for terms to begin October 1.

Applications are accepted June 1 - August 14 each year.

Visit Rowlett.com/Serve for more information or to apply.

In Fiscal Year 2022… 9,855 volunteer hours were donated $277,320 taxpayer dollars saved 4.7 Full Time Employee equivalents!

Visit Rowlett.com/Volunteer for more information about the City of Rowlett Volunteer Program and to enroll today!

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of April 28th:

Early Voting is from April 24 - May 2nd - times and locations vary based on the county you live in! More info here: https://www.rowlettbond.com/voting-info

Upcoming events:

FREE Electronic Recycling & Document Shredding - Sat, April 29 from 9am-1pm. Visit Keeprowlettbeautiful.org for more info.

The Arts and Humanities Commission is hosting the Rowlett Sings Competition tomorrow! Doors open at 6 and the competition begins at 6:30 at Freedom Place Church.

More info: https://bit.ly/3AxfhjF

The Farmers & Craft Market is in full swing. Head to downtown rowlett on Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 pm until June 29th! More info: https://bit.ly/3AxfhjF

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of April 21st:

Early Voting is from April 24- May 2nd- times and locations vary based on the county you live in! More info here: https://www.rowlettbond.com/voting-info

This week, we hosted a public meeting to answer all of your questions about the upcoming Bond election, Charter Amendments and General Election.

Watch the replay here: https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

And if you’re wondering about the facilities included in the May 6 Bond Election Join us tomorrow Saturday, April 22 for a behind-the-scenes tour of the current Police and Municipal Courts building and the Rowlett Animal Shelter. The tour promptly begins at 10am and the current police building. More info here: https://www.rowlettbond.com/event-details/2023-bond-election-facilities-tour

Upcoming events:

Kid Fish on April 22 from 9am- 12pm at Community Park. More info here: https://bit.ly/3mSDFsz

National Prescription Take Back Day- You can drop off expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications at the Rowlett Community Centre from 10am-2pm with the Rowlett Police Department. More info: https://bit.ly/3GXdGXL

And tomorrow night from 6-9pm Keep Rowlett Beautiful is hosting its Earth Day celebration in Downtown Rowlett! More info: https://keeprowlettbeautiful.org/

We’ve got a couple of road projects happening!

Tomorrow, Chiesa Road will be closed from Miller Road to Bayhill Drive starting at 7 am until approximately 7 pm to allow the construction of a 48” stormwater line as part of the Miller Road Reconstruction Project. More info: https://bit.ly/3KUWeEy

And starting on Monday, Asphalt Road Rehab Projects Begin!

Projects will run in the order listed and each will take approximately two weeks to complete. First up is Liberty Grove: from 7400 to 8100 block. More info here:https://bit.ly/3AibPZO

Liberty Grove: from 7400 to 8100 block

Liberty Grove: from Russel Dr to Esquire Ln

Dalrock Rd: from 8709 to 9620

Miller Rd: PGBT to Waterford

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of April 14th:

We’ve been gathering a lot of information for you around the upcoming general election which includes a bond election, charter amendments, and electing city council members. You can find everything you need to know on rowlettbond.com and rowlett.com.

We’re also hosting several opportunities for you to get more info, mark your calendars for….

Join us at City Hall, 6:30pm on Wednesday, April 19 and learn about the three facility propositions on the May 6 ballot. See a presentation, get all the details, and ask questions about the projects, which include a Public Safety Facility, Animal Shelter, and Herfurth Park.

Wondering about the facilities included in the May 6, 2023, Bond Election? Join us on Saturday, April 22 for a behind-the-scenes tour of the current Police and Municipal Courts building and the Rowlett Animal Shelter.

Early Voting is from April 24th-May 2nd!

Election Day is May 6th!

If you missed the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce City Council Candidate Forum check it out on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

Have you heard that the Farmers & Craft Market is back? Join us every Thursday in Downtown Rowlett from 5:30pm-8:30pm until June 29th!

Also, Keep Rowlett Beautiful Earth Day celebration is coming up on April 22nd! More info: https://keeprowlettbeautiful.org/

Happy National Public Safety Telecommunications Week! ☎️🎉👏🚨

As we celebrate this special week, we want to give a BIG shoutout to our amazing Rowlett Police Department dispatchers! These unsung heroes are the first responders and calm voices of our community.

This week is also It's National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week!! Thank you to the incredible City of Rowlett Animal Services team for serving our shelter guests and our furry friends around town so well!

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of April 7th:

We’re also hosting several opportunities for you to get more info, mark your calendars for….

Join the Chamber on April 13 for an in-person opportunity to hear from those running for City Council Places 1, 3, and 5. 7pm at First Christian Church (Miller Rd & Chiesa Rd.), the forum will also air live on the City of Rowlett Facebook page.

Early Voting is from April 24th-May 2nd!

Election Day is May 6th!

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Residents of Rowlett are asked to go to the polls on Saturday, May 6 to consider authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds in the amount of $76.3 million for three facility bond propositions. Each of these projects was carefully considered and proposed by the Council-appointed Community Investment Program Task Force, and the City Council voted unanimously to place these propositions on the ballot for citizens’ consideration.

Election day is Saturday, May 6

Early Voting is April 24 - May 2

Learn more at www.RowlettBond.com

Email with questions: buildingthefuture@rowlett.com

PROP A: Public Safety Facilities - $63,928,980 72,806 square feet to house Police, Fire Administration, Detention Center (jail), and Municipal Court.

PROP B: Animal Shelter - $8,400,000 9,296 square feet. The proposed facility will be planned to manage phased growth and plan for build out.

PROP C: Herfurth Park - $4,000,000 Design and construct Phase 2 and 3 of the Herfurth Park renovations.

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2023 General Election and Charter Amendment Election Information featuring special guest City Secretary Laura Hallmark!

Watch the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/k9wjGwH-D10

Election Information Central for Rowlett:

www.rowlett.com/vote

www.rowlettbond.com

Call the Action Center at : 972-412-6100

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Our second annual Rowlett Family Campout is this weekend -Saturday, March 25th starting at 3:00p at Pecan Grove Park (5300 Main St).Visit Parks and Rec on Facebook here for more info: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

We’ve got an upcoming General election on May 6th! If you need to register to vote, you have until April 6th. Stay tuned to our social media channels, podcast, newsletter, rowlett.com in the coming weeks, because we’re rolling out a lot of information!

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of March 17th:

We’ll be lighting the historic water tower tonight in Green in Celebration of St.Patricks Day!!

The wet zone is hiring!! Visit rowlett.com/jobs for more info.

Tomorrow at 11 am- take your teenagers 13 to 17, to the Rowlett Public Library for Teen Takeover!

On Wednesday, March 22nd from 5-7pm the Recode Rowlett team is hosting an open house at the Rowlett Community Centre! Visit recoderowlett.com for more info.

Our second annual Rowlett Family Campout is coming next weekend -Saturday, March 25th starting at 3:00p at Pecan Grove Park (5300 Main St).Visit Parks and Rec on Facebook here for more info: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

rowlett.com/podcast

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Spring is here! Check out what’s going on in your hometown:

Lunch on the lawn- Every Monday in March from 11am-2pm in Downtown Rowlett

More info here: https://bit.ly/3ZSc6h5

-Spring Sand Bass Tournament- Saturday, March 18

More info here: https://bit.ly/41UxJ2d

-Rowlett Family Campout- Saturday, March 25th - overnight to Sunday, March 26th

More info here: https://bit.ly/3mDihXW

-Easter Egg Stravaganza- Saturday, April 1, 10am-12pm

More info here: https://bit.ly/3kYvWsd

Pup a Palooza- Saturday, April 1, 2-4pm

More info here: https://bit.ly/3yqMwnD

-Farmers and Craft Market- Thursday from April 6- June 29 -5:30 - 8:30p

https://bit.ly/3YyWKgb

-Kid Fish- Saturday, April 22nd from 9am-12pm

More info here:https://bit.ly/3l31OMi

Cardboard Boat Regatta: Saturday, April 22nd @ 1:30pm

More info here: https://bit.ly/3T54Hsk

Follow Parks and Recreation on Social Media

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettparksandrec/

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On this month's episode of the "Mayor's Spotlight", Mayor Blake Margolis sits down with Rowlett Police Chief Michael Denning for our most in-depth show interview yet! Chief Denning is a highly respected law enforcement veteran with over 23 years of experience. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge, experience and leadership skills that are sure to have a positive impact on our community. We get to know Chief Denning and learn how he’s addressing the challenges of policing in our rapidly growing City.

The Rowlett Police Department is great follow on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettPoliceDepartment

Instagram: www.instagram.com/rowlettpd

Visit the Rowlett PD website for information and to contact them: www.rowlett.com/police

And don't forget to subscribe to the My Rowlett Podcast! it's available on your favorite podcast platform. You get 3 shows in one: My Rowlett Interview Show, Mayor's Spotlight, and Friday@5.

Subscribe today at: www.rowlett.com/podcast

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of February 24

Tonight, stop by downtown Rowlett to see the water tower lit in red, yellow, and green in honor of Black History Month!

We released another episode of the My Rowlett Podcast, featuring our Economic Development Director Libbey Tucker.Check it out here:

The RCC weight room is closed for flooring renovations. There is a temporary weight room in Gym B (upstairs) with some equipment still available for use. We are expected to reopen our weight room on March 9th.

Next Thursday and Friday, the RCC is installing a generator switch, so the operating hours on those days will be altered. Visit Rowlett.com for more info.

Arts and Humanities Writing Contest, entries are due on Feb- 28th… Did we mention that there were cash prizes as well? More info here: https://bit.ly/3YVufKV

And if you’re a singer in Rowlett… Don’t miss out on the fan-favorite Rowlett sings!!! Entries are due April 1st. More info here: https://bit.ly/3YUoc9b

At this week's City Council meeting a proclamation was made recognizing February as Aphantasia Awareness Month. Visit https://aphantasia.com/ to learn more.

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Thanks to our guest Libbey Tucker, Director of Economic Development! To learn more about Economic Development in Rowlett and to view info on projects discussed on the podcast, visit www.rowlettonthemove.com

Follow Rowlett Economic Development on Social Media!

https://www.facebook.com/RowlettEconDev/

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The Economic Development Team would like you to know: Whether you are an existing business, retail establishment, manufacturer or corporate office, we are here to make Rowlett your home. If you want to be in a community with a major turnpike, light rail system and a beautiful lake, Rowlett is the place to be. Rowlett, Texas is On the Water and On the Move.

We're here to help! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us:

https://rowlettonthemove.com/about.php

Village of Rowlett Downtown links:

https://www.facebook.com/villageofrowlettdowntown/

https://villageofrowlettdowntown.com

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

Subscribe to the My Rowlett Podcast!

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I-30 CLOSES NIGHTLY OVER LAKE RAY HUBBARD STARTING FEB. 17

Weather permitting, all lanes of I-30 will be closed at Dalrock Road from 9pm, Friday, Feb. 17 through 8am, Saturday, Feb. 18

And again from 9pm, Saturday, Feb. 18 through 8am, Sunday, Feb. 19 for bridge beam installation as part of an ongoing construction project. All traffic will be detoured to the frontage roads.

LIBRARY WINS THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LIBRARY EXCELLENCE AWARD

We’re pleased to announce that the Rowlett Public Library has won the Library Excellence Award! Of the 542 public libraries in Texas, only 73 percent received this award!

Do you have a Library Card from this award-winning library? It’s free and easy to get! www.rowlett.com/library

DART ART CONTEST

The annual Dallas Area Rapid Transit Student Art Contest has begun accepting individual entries from all North Texas students through Wednesday, March 22. The theme of this year’s contest is “Go Here. Go There. Go Everywhere!”

For the complete rules and prize info, visit DART.org/artcontest

SPRING SPECIAL EVENTS

In March, we’re kicking off our Spring Special Events! Every Monday in March from 11am - 2pm, we will have a variety of food trucks in downtown for Lunch on the Lawn!

On Saturday, March 18, we’re hosting a Sand Bass Tournament. Make sure to pre-register online to guarantee a spot!

And join us for the Rowlett’s Family Campout at Pecan Grove Park on Saturday, March 25.

Then in April, there’s the Easter Egg-stravaganza, Pup-a-paloooza, and the return of the Farmers and Craft Market!

For info on all these events and more, visit Rowlett.com/ParksandRec

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of February 10:

At Tuesday night’s City Council Meeting, Mayor Blake Margolis presented the Annual State of the City Address. Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/3I7IDcNRead the Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3jFhHrDListen on the #MyRowlettPodcast: https://bit.ly/3x91CgO

The Rowlett Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission introduce the proclamation for Black History Month! We will be lighting the historic water tower in Downtown on February 24th in red, green and yellow. Follow the RDEIC Facebook page as they share Black History Facts throughout the month here: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettDEIC

The Animal Shelter is at Code Red and we’re in desperate need of people to adopt or foster! Visit the Rowlett Animal Services Facebook page to see all of the available shelter guests here: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettAnimalServices

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Rowlett Mayor Blake Margolis presents his annual State of the City Address. Great things happened in Rowlett in 2022 and our future is bright! In his first State of the City address since being elected this past May, Mayor Margolis recaps our City's major accomplishments, as well as giving us a glimpse of what the future holds for Rowlett.

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of January 27:

Last night, our City Council hosted a town hall meeting to provide updates and answer your questions about what’s been going on in our city. If you missed out, you can watch the live stream on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

Miller Road Construction update here: https://bit.ly/3Dkbckt

DART announced this week that they’ve expanded their hours in all DART GoLink zones* to 7-day service, 5 a.m. to midnight. Did you know that we’re DART’s second-highest user of the GoLink program as far as ridership? Visit DART.org for more info.

The Arts and Humanities Commision announced another writing Contest the theme is Into the Unknown! Entries are due February 28th, Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3WLMnER

Mark your calendars for February 7th because Mayor Blake Margolis will be presenting the State of the City Address at the regular City Council Meeting at 7:30pm. Watch the address here: https://bit.ly/3DinSZ3

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of January 20:

Upcoming events:

Public Town Hall meeting next Thursday, January 26th at 6:30 pm at the RCC. If you can’t make it in person, be sure to tune into our Facebook page to watch it live and ask your questions there too. More info here:https://bit.ly/3Xyg0e0

On Saturday, January 28th Parks and Rec are hosting its annual Little Sweet Hearts Dance and this year's theme is Sock Hop! Get your tickets now before they sell out! You can call the RCC at 972-412-6170 or register online here: https://bit.ly/3ib3Fx6

The Rowlett Police Department has announced that they’re hosting their Citizens Police Academy again! The class is limited to 25 people, so get your applications in soon! The program begins on February 23rd. More info here: https://bit.ly/3XnROv5

The Rowlett Citizen Corps Council (RCCC) are sponsoring another two-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training on February 4th & 11th. Visit rowlettcert.com to register and for more info.

The library is hosting a Trivia Night on Monday, January 23rd @ 6:30pm and This month’s topic is “Back to the 90s.”

Here are some highlights that happened this week:

At this week's City Council meeting, January was recognized by proclamation as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month. We are honored to bring more public awareness to occupational cancer in the fire service. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3IVjAL1

Also at this week’s City Council meeting… we celebrated the service of Michael Gallops (Captain, U.S. Air Force) by honoring and recognizing him as our 25th Rowlett Vet! We hope you will join us as we welcome Michael Gallops into the ranks of our Rowlett Vets! More info here: https://bit.ly/3XCO20s

And If you’re interested in running for City Council, the filing period began this week and ends February 17. If you have any questions or need assistance please contact the Office of the City Secretary. The election is on May 6th! More info here: https://bit.ly/3Hd5rYk

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of January 13:

Monday, January 16 is Martin Luther King Jr, Day! City of Rowlett facilities, including City Hall, Municipal Court, Rowlett Community Centre, Library and the Animal Shelter will be closed.

FCC trash services will also be postponed by one day.

Our Rowlett Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission is hosting a community event and food drive on January 16 from 10am-1pm! You’re invited to come out to the lawn on Main street for food trucks, readings from local children and a whole bunch more.

More info can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettDEIC

We finally released another episode of the My Rowlett Podcast featuring Daniel Cabuya, who is the Winter 2022/2023 Spirit of Rowlett Award Winner! You can listen to the My Rowlett Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or you can watch it on our YouTube channel! I can’t wait for you to listen!

More info here: rowlett.com/podcast

The Rowlett Citizen Corps Council (RCCC) recently announced that they are sponsoring another two-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training on Februaury 4th & 11th. This is a great opportunity if you’re interested in serving your community during a natural or man-made disaster. Visit rowlettcert.com to register and for more info.

Applications are open for the Gary Alexander Arts in Education Grant! The Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission sponsors mini "Arts in Education" grants which are available to public and private schools in the City of Rowlett.

More info here: https://bit.ly/3kdXTeZ

During this year's Winter Reading Program, 336 people read more than 113,250 minutes. That's over 1,887 hours! Way to go, readers! We'll see you all again for another reading challenge, starting June 2023!

And finally, don’t forget we have our Town Hall upcoming up on January 26th! We hope to see you there.

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Do you know what the Spirit of Rowlett award is? The “Spirit of Rowlett” is part of the core community programs that support the Neighborhood Planning Mission to strengthen neighborhood livability and community cohesion. The goal of this program & award is to support community engagement through friendly conversations between Rowlett Leadership (Councilmembers, City Staff) and neighbors/local business owners.

For Winter 2022/2023 we wanted to highlight the incredible work of Daniel Cabuya, Founder & CEO of Fit with Daniel, which is a Zumba Community that meets several times a week at Community Park. Fit with Daniel is providing affordable Zumba classes to the Rowlett community to encourage community connection + mental & physical health.

Who would you want to spotlight for Spirit of Rowlett? Who in your community is doing something extraordinary? Share their story with us here: https://www.ci.rowlett.tx.us/forms.aspx?FID=228

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of January 6:

Take advantage of the Rowlett Community Centre New Year Sale until January 8! Annual memberships are 10% off. Call 972-412-6170 or visit the RCC in person to learn more.

Looking for a new job to start the new year? Use your library card to get free live help from a job coach. Find Brainfuse JobNow here: https://rowlett.biblionix.com/catalog/

This week Mayor Blake Margolis released his January Mayor’s Spotlight newsletter and podcast episode.

You can listen to it here:https://bit.ly/3jNsOyo

You can read it here: https://bit.ly/3Clsopf

The Rowlett City Council is hosting a Town Hall meeting Thursday, January 26, @ 6:30 pm at Rowlett Community Centre. Join us in person or on Facebook to find out about all of the exciting things happening in YOUR hometown!

More info here: https://bit.ly/3vK1yUd

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Rowlett has submitted a petition for membership to the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). A “customer” agency since 1965, Rowlett is one of 14 cities and 16 utility districts that are non-member water wholesalers. Rowlett is the largest of these customer wholesalers, in terms of water usage, and would be the 8th largest water user among the member cities of the NTMWD.

Water is essential for the quality of life we enjoy in North Texas, is critical for businesses to operate, and is necessary for public health and safety. Over the past few years, the City has taken several steps in an ongoing effort to structure this utility to meet the needs of EVERY Rowlett citizen and business. These included tiering the rate structure; replacing the daily-calculated base rate fee with a monthly flat fee; and launching the AMI system to give residents access to hourly usage information. However, I’m sure I don’t need to tell you that the costs continue to increase – across North Texas, everyone is experiencing the ever-increasing price of water.

A key goal for this Council, Rowlett has long desired to be a member of the NTMWD and now is the time. Rowlett deserves to have a seat at the table and the opportunity to participate in the policies and practices that impact Rowlett residents and businesses. Learn more by listening to this podcast!

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of December 16th:

Here are the City of Rowlett and FCC Christmas and New Year's Holiday Hours:

-City of Rowlett facilities will be closed on December 23, 26, and January 2 for the Christmas & New Year's holidays.

-FCC will not collect garbage and recycling on the following days - services will be postponed by one day during these two weeks:

Monday, December 26, 2022

Monday, January 2, 2023

-Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services will remain in operation. In case of emergencies, please call 9-1-1.

-City of Rowlett Parks and Recreation Community Centre holiday hours:

Closed from December 24-26 and closing at 5pm on December 23. On New Year's Eve (12/31), they’re closing at 5pm and will be closed from January 1-2 2023.

City of Rowlett Public Library holiday hours:

Closed on December 24 - 26 and closed on January 2, 2023.

Santa is still accepting letters at the Rowlett Community Centre, you have until December 23, before the elves come and pick them up!

If you’re in town over the holidays, we highly recommend stopping by the Village of Rowlett downtown to see all of the decorated Christmas trees that our community has put together. Our Parks and Rec department has also set up synchronized lights and music that you can listen to by tuning into 89.1FM!

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of December 9:

Upcoming Events: The Light up Rowlett Holiday Decor awards voting has kicked off! Vote for your favorites through December 15th. More info here: https://bit.ly/3iQs773

The Rowlett Public Library is hosting a Gingerbread House making contest on Saturday, December 10 at 11am! The library will be supplying all supplies. For questions, reach out to the Library!

On Monday, December 12th, the Library is hosting Maker Monday at 6:30 pm- This month we will make charcuterie boards using woodburning tools. Perfect for all of the upcoming holiday events.

On Tuesday, December 13th from 7:30-9:30am You’re invited to Coffee with cops at the Panera Bread on 66 they’re also taking new and unwrapped toy donations for the Rowlett Police Association Toy Drive. We hope to see you there!

Here are some highlights from this week!

At Tuesday nights City Council meeting, A petition to seek membership in the North Texas Municipal Water District was formally approved by the Rowlett City Council. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3uBZVqV

Also at Tuesday night’s city council meeting, Officers Pierson and Webb were presented with the Police Department’s Life-Saving Award for their actions on July 5 of this year. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3HmSyvi

We had a successful 12 days of Christmas! Watch the Parade recap here: https://bit.ly/3PcuDAs

This week we enhanced website accessibility on Rowlett.com with the inclusion of AudioEye. AudioEye will optimize the Rowlett.com user experience for people of different abilities! Check it out for yourself.

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The December 2022 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter has been released. And this month, Mayor Margolis is talking about the 2022 STAR award winners.

Read the December 2022 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

Here are the winners:

S- Service: Given to an employee providing exceptional customer service. The 2022 winner is Luis Bustamante.

T- Team: Given to an employee who promotes exceptional teamwork. The 2022 winner is Chad McLerran.

A- Action: Given to an employee who exhibits exceptional initiative while developing solutions to

unique problems. The 2022 winner is Faustine Glass.

And R- Results: Given to an employee who demonstrates exceptional performance. This

includes bringing a successful resolution to a difficult or complex problem, following through on promises, and/or outstanding communication. The 2022 winner is Ryan Day.

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of December 2nd:

The 12 days of Christmas events hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department is in full swing! Join us tonight for Christmas Movie night Featuring Home alone in Downtown Rowlett. It's free and the movie starts at 7 pm!

Also happening this weekend is the Main Street Fest and Holiday Parade! Head on down to Downtown Rowlett from 5-8 pm to enjoy the festivities.

Here are the rest of the upcoming events:

Day 7: Sunday, Dec 4 - Letters to Santa at the Rowlett Community Centre. Drop off your letters to Santa in the North Pole Mailbox at the Rowlett Community Centre until December 23.

Day 8: Monday, Dec 5 from 11:30 am-12:30pm- Brunch with Santa @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown.

Day 9: Tuesday, Dec 6 from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm- Decorate a Gingerbread house @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown. There is a $12 registration fee. Call the Rowlett Community Centre at (972) 412-6170 to register!

Day 10: Wednesday, Dec 7 from 8 am-9 pm - Ugly Christmas Sweater Day. Head to the Rowlett Community Centre to take a photo at the photo booth.

Day 11:Thursday, Dec 8 from 6pm-8pm- Reindeer Games (Cornhole Tournament) @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown. $5 registration fee.

Day 12: Friday, Dec 9 from 5pm-9pm- Christmas Shopping Parents Night Out @ Rowlett Community Centre. The registration fee is $15. Parents, this is the perfect opportunity to get your holiday shopping done without your little ones in tow. Games, crafts and more will be set up for hours of fun! Pizza, lemonade, and dessert will be provided. Children must be fully potty trained. Ages: 3-12 yrs.

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It’s time to share your favorite holiday light decorations with our Neighborhood Planning Department for Light Up Rowlett 2022! Nominations are open until December 5th! And the voting period starts December 8th through December 13th. More info: https://bit.ly/3ubkQRo

This week, we released the Fall Spirit of Rowlett Award Winner video! Congrats to Jason Collins with Crossroads church, we are so grateful for everything y’all are doing for our citizens.

Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/3VWpK0P

Tuesday was Giving Tuesday and members of our Executive team volunteered at Life Message food pantry. We were so thrilled to give back to our city in this way and are so grateful to the Life Message team and volunteers for everything they do. Visit lifemessage.org for more info.

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It’s officially the Holiday Season! The City of Rowlett has so many family fun opportunities to feel and be festive over the next several weeks.

In this episode of My Rowlett, Host Hannah Rabalais sits down with Pam Vierus, the City of Rowlett Parks & Recreation Special Events & Marketing Coordinator to talk about the holiday festivities that are coming up! Mark your calendars for the following:

12 Days of Christmas: https://bit.ly/3GDSyqu

Day 1: November 28 Decorate Downtown

Day 2: November 29 from 5:30-8:30pm- DIY Holiday Ornaments @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown.

Day 3: November 30 from 6-9pm - Holiday Scavenger Hunt @ Pecan Grove Park. Hidden around Pecan Grove Park are letters to unscramble to find the hidden word! Once you have unscrambled the letters you will turn in your entry to the front desk at the Rowlett Community Centre and be entered to win a prize! All entries must be turned in by 9pm.

Day 4: December 1 from 7-9pm- Candy Cane Flashlight Hunt @ Community Park Base Ball Field. There is a $5.00 Registration Fee. To register, call the RCC front desk at (972) 412-6170.

Day 5: December 2 @ 7pm- Christmas Movie Night showing Home Alone @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown. There will be a food truck, free popcorn, and free hot chocolate!

Day 6: December 3 from 5-8pm- Main Street Fest & Holiday Parade @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown.. More info here: https://bit.ly/3Ou83D8

Day 7: December 4- Letters to Santa at the Rowlett Community Centre. Drop off your letters to Santa in the North Pole Mailbox at the RCC until December 23.

Day 8: December 5 from 11:30am-12:30pm- Brunch with Santa @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown

Day 9: December 6 from 5:30pm-7:30pm- Decorate a Gingerbread House @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown. There is a $12 registration fee. Call the Rowlett Community Centre at (972) 412-6170 to register!

Day 10: December 7 from 8am-9pm- Ugly Christmas Sweater Day. Head to the Rowlett Community Centre to take a photo at the photo booth.

Day 11: December 8 from 6pm-8pm- Reindeer Games(Cornhole Tournament) @ The Village of Rowlett Downtown. $5 registration fee.

Day 12: December 9 from 5pm-9pm- Parents Night Out @ Rowlett Community Centre. The registration fee is $15. Parents, this in the perfect opportunity to get your holiday shopping done without your little ones in tow. Games, crafts and more will be set up for hours of fun! Pizza, lemonade, and dessert will be provided. Children must be fully potty trained. Ages: 3-12 yrs.

Enjoy Holiday Lights!

Synchronized Lights in Downtown Rowlett:

The services for this will be set up for Saturday, December 3, and remain until December 31. The music can be heard outside walking around or from inside a car by listening to the radio station FM 89.1.

Windsor Way Christmas:

Synchronized Christmas Light Display at 1306 Windsor Way, Rowlett, Texas. Shows run nightly from 6pm-10pm.

More info here: https://bit.ly/3Axh8W3

Neighborhood Planning Light Up Rowlett:

When you’re driving around Rowlett, let us know your favorite lights display. More info here: https://bit.ly/3tUPRZX

Ways to give back this season:

Starting November 21 through December 25- The Rowlett Police Officers Association Annual Stop a Cop for Christmas Toy Drive. Wave down any officer out on patrol, and if they are not responding to a call, they will be happy to accept donations of toys and other gifts appropriate for children of all ages. New and unwrapped toys may also be dropped off 24 hours a day at the lobby of the Rowlett Police Station.

Friends of Rowlett Animals hosts a drive, more info will be available soon here: https://bit.ly/3hUhCPq

Have a wonderful Holiday Season, Rowlett!

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of November 18th!

At Tuesday night's City Council Meeting, Chief of Police Michael Denning was officially sworn in! We are so stoked to officially welcome him to the Rowlett Family! You can see the photos here: https://bit.ly/3XcQQ4V

Also at Tuesday night's city council meeting, we honored our 28th Veteran- Gabriel Joseph Kanawite. Thank you so much for your service and for everything you’re doing for the Veteran community and beyond!

The water tower is lit in red this week, in honor of Native American Heritage Month and to bring awareness to the plight of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Visit the RDEIC Facebook page here learn more: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettDEIC

We’re a couple of weeks away from our Holiday festivities, and next week, we’re going to release another My Rowlett Podcast episode around family fun events and activities that you can participate in this season like the fan favorite- Main St. Fest & Holiday Parade. Visit rowlett.com/podcast to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform today!

And since next week is thanksgiving, the City of Rowlett offices and facilities will be closed. And we won’t have an episode of Friday @ 5 next week either. I hope you get to enjoy time with people you love and eat yummy food.

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of November 11th!

Upcoming Events:

Friday, November 11 @ 11 am: Join us for the Veterans Day Ceremony hosted at Veterans Park (3900 Main St) If you can’t make it in person, you can watch the video on our Facebook or YouTube page.
Saturday, November 12 from 8 am-12 pm: Neighborhood Summit hosted at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center 401 W 16th St. Plano. More info here: https://bit.ly/3A5xogN
Saturday, November 12 @ 11 am: The Rowlett Public Library is hosting Library Feud You can play with family, friends, neighbors, or others as a team. Make sure you bring at least one adult with you for your team.
Saturday, November 12 @ 7 pm: Night Hike at Pecan Grove Park hosted by the Rowlett Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.
Tuesday, November 15 from 7-7:30 pm @ City Hall: Rowlett Police Chief Michael Denning will be officially sworn in at the City Council Meeting - come say hi and welcome him to Rowlett at a reception held in his honor before the meeting.

Here are some highlights from this week!

This week, we released another episode of the My Rowlett Podcast about 5 things you can access with your library card!

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During the month of November, patrons may donate non-perishable food items to waive fines off their accounts. For each package of food donated, the Library will take $1 off patron fines. This only applies to fines for late materials; it does not apply to fees from lost or damaged materials. Collected items will be donated to local food pantries.  More info here: https://bit.ly/3hqf0sl

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There are so many resources that you can access with your FREE Rowlett Public Library Card! And getting a Library card is SO easy!

In this episode of My Rowlett, Host Hannah Rabalais sits down with Nancy Chevalier & Colton Lytle to talk about 5 resources you can access with your Rowlett Public Library Card. In addition to the 5 resources mentioned in the episode, Nancy & Colton share how easy it is to get a Rowlett Public Library Card, all of their upcoming events & programming, Library hours and address, and where you can find more info!

Here are the 5 that are mentioned in this episode:

-Hoopla: https://www.hoopladigital.com/

-Wifi Hotspot Checkout: https://bit.ly/3hr7gGp

-Libby/OverDrive: https://netldc.overdrive.com/ https://www.overdrive.com/apps

-Curb Side Check Out: Request materials via the Library Catalog here: https://bit.ly/3tbBAHN

Call 972-412-6161 when you arrive for pick up.

Curbside checkout is available while the library is open.

-Copy, Printing, & Computer Use: https://bit.ly/3UFDbl2

Additional links and helpful information:

Library Card Info: https://bit.ly/3FX4tPC

Library Catalog: https://bit.ly/3tbBAHN

Calendars & Newsletters: https://bit.ly/3FXkSU6

Friends of the Rowlett Public Library: https://bit.ly/3Ed1rFM

Follow the Rowlett Public Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettPublicLibrary

Follow the Rowlett Public Library on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettpubliclibrarymain/

Rowlett Public Library Hours of Operation:

Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 8:30 pm

Friday - Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Rowlett Public Library Address:

3900 Main Street Ste 200

Rowlett, TX 75088

We will be sharing more Library resources on the My Rowlett Podcast. Stay tuned and subscribe!

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Happy Friday, Rowlett! Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of November 4th

Upcoming Events:

Tomorrow, Saturday, November 5th week we’ve got two events that you’ll want to mark your calendars for.

Saturday, November 5 from 10 am to 1 pm- The Parks and Rec Advisory Board celebrates Texas Arbor day at Pecan Grove Park. This is a family-friendly event, that will have activities for all ages. We will be giving away 250 trees on a first-come-first serve basis. More info here: https://bit.ly/3h3eeBn
Saturday, November 5 from 11am-3pm- The City of Rowlett and Rowlett Ready are hosting the Community Preparedness Fair! Join us for interactive booths, touch-a-truck, food vendors, and more! More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/409600201283641
The Charter Review Commission Wants to Hear From YOU! They’re hosting a public input session on Monday, Nov 7 @ 7 pm and they want your feedback on the recommendations they will be making to City Council in January. More info here: https://bit.ly/3FIkfOn
Friday, November 11 @ 11am We’re hosting our Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park If you can’t make it in person, we will share the recording on our Youtube & Facebook page! More info here: https://bit.ly/3U254nb

Here are some highlights from this week!

During Tuesday night’s City Council Meeting…. Chris Kilgore took the Oath of Office and was sworn in as Chief Municipal Judge. Judge Kilgore had been serving as Interim Chief Municipal Judge for the past several months and has been involved with our city for many years.

This week Mayor Blake Margolis released his November Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter and podcast episode, and this month he’s providing a CIP update!

Listen to the Mayor’s Spotlight podcast episode here: https://bit.ly/3sPsQqR

Read the Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3T1ni7g

On Thursday night The City of Rowlett joined over 340 landmarks around the world to observe Alzheimer’s Awareness Month by lighting the historic water tower in teal!

During the month of November, City of Rowlett Public Library patrons may donate non-perishable food items to waive fines off their accounts. For each package of food donated, the Library will take $1 off patron fines. This only applies to fines for late materials; it does not apply to fees from lost or damaged materials. Collected items will be donated to local food pantries. More info here: https://bit.ly/3T3FJIg

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The November 2022 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter has been released. And this month, Mayor Margolis is providing a CIP update!

Read the November 2022 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

Visit: Rowlett.com/CIP for an interactive map allowing you to keep up with the latest information.

Episode takeaways :

In May of 2021, residents of Rowlett voted to authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds in the amount of almost $22 million for two bond propositions to fund streets and public safety capital projects under the Community Investment Program (CIP).
Mayor Margolis provides a summary of what the Community Investment Program Task Force and why they want YOUR Input! Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/3FzKbM4
Mayor Margolis provides brief updates on some Paving & Drainage Projects and Parks & Public Safety Projects.
Mayor Margolis briefly also talks about the Capital Improvement Plan.

Read the November 2022 Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter here: rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

rowlett.com/podcast

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https://www.youtube.com/user/RowlettTexasVideo

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of October 28, 2022

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, October 29 from 5-8 pm @ the Pecan Grove Park Parking lot, Parks and Rec is hosting their Trunk or Treat! Enjoy Halloween trunks, candy, food trucks, and a costume contest. So fun! More info here: https://bit.ly/3gNb6JT
Saturday, October 29 from 10am-2pm @ the Rowlett Community Centre- The Rowlett Police Department is hosting the Prescription Take-Back Day. Drop off expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications!

Next Saturday, November 5th week we’ve got two events that you’ll want to mark your calendars for.

Saturday, November 5 from 10 am to 1 pm- The Parks and Rec advisory Board celebrates Texas Arbor day at Pecan Grove Park. This is a family friendly event, that will have activities for all ages. We will be giving away 250 trees on a first come first serve basis
Saturday, November 5 from 11am-3pm- The City of Rowlett and Rowlett Ready are hosting the Community Preparedness Fair! Join us for interactive booths, touch-a-truck, food vendors, and more! More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/409600201283641

Takeaways from this episode:

On Tuesday, The City of Rowlett released the second episode of the My Rowlett Podcast featuring the Recode Rowlett Team! If you ever wanted to learn more about Zoning and Code, this episode is for you! Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AChMJLd2jg&t=2s
This episode also provides more info on the Recode Rowlett Survey, which closes on November 4! Visit the show notes below or recoderowlett.com for more info!

-Early voting kicked off this week! You can vote early today through November 4! The General Election takes place on November 8, 2022. Visit rowlett.com for more info.

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The City of Rowlett is embarking on a journey to Recode Rowlett! If you ever wanted to know more about Zoning and Code in Rowlett, this episode is for you.

In this episode of My Rowlett, Host Hannah Rabalais sits down with Alex Koenig and Jade Broadnax to talk about the Recode Rowlett project and survey! The Recode Rowlett Survey is live until November 4! All citizens are encouraged to take the survey here: https://www.recoderowlett.com/survey

So what is the Recode Rowlett project about? The City of Rowlett is updating its development regulations. The goal of Recode Rowlett is to unify the City's two existing development regulations—the Rowlett Development Code (RDC) and Form-Based Code (FBC)—into one user-friendly document that will help the City meet its land-use goals. To learn more, listen to this episode or visit: https://www.recoderowlett.com/

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Recode Rowlett team here: https://www.recoderowlett.com/contact

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of October 21, 2022-

Have you seen the scarecrows downtown? If you wanna join in on the fun and build a scarecrow on Main street, reach out to our Neighborhood planning team! Registration is free and You’ve got until October 25th to set one up. Visit rowlett.com for more info.

This week we hosted three public input hearing sessions around what you consider important as we proactively begin the process of contracting our next solid waste service provider. If you couldn’t make it in person, you can watch the presentation on our Facebook page here:

https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas/videos/644283020664520

And on our Youtube page here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaU3kaHq_rU

Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WBSGDKC

At Tuesday night’s City Council Meeting, October was recognized by proclamation as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, there are several local organizations that are doing amazing work, and we want to highlight the National Domestic Violence Hotline! There is someone available 24/7, and they’re incredibly helpful. The phone number is 800-799-7233 or you can text START to 88788.

More resources and info can be found here: https://www.thehotline.org/

This week is Friends of the Library Week! To get more involved, or learn how the Friends support the City of Rowlett Public Library, you are invited to attend any of their upcoming Library meetings. Membership is not required in order to attend the meetings. Follow them on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfTheRowlettPublicLibrary to learn more!

Upcoming Events:

On Monday, October 24th, we’ve got our lunch on the lawn in Downtown Rowlett from 11 am- 2pm. Parks and recreation posts the food truck lineup before the event on their social media pages.
We’ve been enjoying the taste of fall farmers and craft market, and next Thursday October 27th is the last one for the season, come out to the lawn in Downtown Rowlett from 5:30-8:30pm to shop all of our vendors.

Takeaways from this episode:

The City of Rowlett is hosting many events this weekend and during the month of October. See the full list of events here: https://bit.ly/3Cbr60y
Take the trash survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WBSGDKC

Subscribe to the Friday @ 5 Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3SyecPu

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

rowlett.com/podcast

https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

https://www.youtube.com/user/RowlettTexasVideo

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of October 14, 2022-

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, October 15: from 9 am- 12 pm Keep Rowlett Beautiful is hosting their Fall 2022 Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding @ Rowlett High School. Visit Keep Rowlett beautiful.org for more info
Saturday, October 15: Our annual Celebrate DiverseCity event presented by Rowlett Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission, is from 4-7p at Downtown Rowlett. Get to know more about Rowlett's Diverse Culture with a combination of performances and activities for people of all ages, I am personally excited for the Zumba class led by Fit with Daniel. . Bring a lawn chair to watch the performances and visit all the booths for educational activities! More info here: https://bit.ly/3fL8hbF
Saturday, October 15: The Public Library is hosting an independent Medicare educator from 3-4pm. They will be presenting information on signing up for Medicare, submitting claims, and the differences between Medicare and Medicare advantage. Visit the Rowlett Public Library for more info.
Monday, October 17: Join us for the Fall lunch on the lawn series. Head to downtown every Monday in October from 11am-2pm to grab some grub. More info here: https://bit.ly/3Cfl3b2
The City's current solid waste contract expires in September 2024 and we have three upcoming in-person public input sessions to share what you consider important as we proactively begin the process to contract our next solid waste service provider. Come out to the Rowlett Community Centre on October 18 @ 9 am and on October 19 and 20 at 7pm. If you can’t make it in person an online survey will be made available next week!
Thursday, October 20: The Taste of Fall Farmers and Craft Market is still happening! Join us on the lawn in downtown Rowlett from 5:30pm-8:30pm!

Takeaways from this episode:

The City of Rowlett is hosting many events this weekend and during the month of October. See the full list of events here: https://bit.ly/3Cbr60y
We have officially released the first episode of the My Rowlett Podcast featuring your Mayor, Blake Margolis! You can watch the episode on our Youtube channel, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. Visit rowlett.com/podcast for more info!

We currently have three opportunities for you to share your opinion and insight!

First, The City of Rowlett is beginning a major new project that will result in a comprehensive rewrite of the City’s land use regulations. We’d like to learn about your experience working with the land use regulations, as well as observations related to living in and/or doing business in Rowlett. Take the survey here: recoderowlett.com

The second opportunity is next week! The City's current solid waste contract expires in September 2024 and we have three upcoming in-person public input sessions to share what you consider important as we proactively begin the process to contract our next solid waste service provider. Come out to the Rowlett Community Centre on October 18 @ 9 am and on October 19 and 20 at 7pm. If you can’t make it in person An online survey will be made available next week!

An online survey will be made available next week! More info here: https://bit.ly/3rQLGx5

And finally…. The Community Investment Program Task Force Wants YOUR Input! To meet the demands of our growing community, the need for new facilities is real. That's where YOU come in. We would like to know how you would prioritize the building of those facilities! Take the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/221236712325043

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If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Did you know that the City of Rowlett currently has the youngest Mayor in office? Meet your Mayor, Blake Margolis in this first official episode of the My Rowlett podcast!

Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this conversation between the My Rowlett Host, Hannah Rabalais, and Mayor Blake Margolis.

Mayor Margolis shares his story about how he was inspired to serve his community and why he ran for City Council and for Mayor. Mayor Margolis provides insight into some of his initiatives and priorities while he’s in office. Mayor Margolis also talks about why he loves the City of Rowlett and the incredible City Council, Staff, and Community we currently have to support everyone who lives, works, and plays in Rowlett, Texas.

Want to contact Mayor Margolis? The best way is to email him at mayor@rowlett.com

Follow him on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettMayor

Read his Monthly Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletters here: rowlett.com/newsletters

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Mayor Margolis is talkin’ trash. Rowlett's current solid waste contract expires in September 2024 and the City is beginning the process to contract our next provider.

View the Mayor's Spotlight Newsletter: www.rowlett.com/mayorsspotlight

Like so many others in the service provider industry, solid waste companies have been severely impacted by the economic conditions resulting from the pandemic. From labor shortages to fuel costs, to equipment and vehicle replacement issues – the impacts have resulted in a shift and providers are no longer offering the high level of services, such as unlimited bulk pick up, we currently enjoy at a price point equitable to our current rates.

The City of Rowlett is interested in hearing about what YOU consider important as we proactively begin the process to contract our next solid waste service provider. Services and pricing will change so we want your opinion on the services that matter most to you.

We’ll have several opportunities for in-person input and a bit later this month an online survey will go live.

Three sessions will be held at the Rowlett Community Centre:

Tuesday, October 18 9:00 A.M.

Wednesday, October 19 7:00 P.M.

Thursday, October 20 7:00 P.M.

Share your thoughts with us - your input will help inform the services our community receives with our next vendor!

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of October 7th!

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, October 8 from 9 am-12 pm: The Rowlett Youth Advisory Council and Rowlett Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commissions Voter Registration Drive @ the Rowlett Community Centre. More info here: https://bit.ly/3V9TY0m
Saturday, October 8 from 11am-1pm: the Rowlett Public Library is hosting Star Wars Day! They will have Padawan training and a performance as part of a month-long celebration of Star Wars Reads. More info here: https://bit.ly/3fI8lcd
Monday, October 10: Join us for the Fall lunch on the lawn series. Head to downtown every Monday in October from 11am-2pm to grab some grub. More info here: https://bit.ly/3Cfl3b2
Thursday, October 13: The Taste of Fall Farmers and Craft Market is still happening! Join us on the lawn in downtown Rowlett from 5:30pm-8:30pm!
Saturday, October 15: Our annual Celebrate DiverseCity event presented by Rowlett Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission, is from 4-7p at Downtown Rowlett. Get to know more about Rowlett's Diverse Culture with a combination of performances and activities for people of all ages, I am personally excited for the Zumba class led by Fit with Daniel. . Bring a lawn chair to watch the performances and visit all the booths for educational activities! More info here: https://bit.ly/3fL8hbF

Takeaways from this episode:

The City of Rowlett is hosting many events this weekend and during the month of October. See the full list of events here: https://bit.ly/3Cbr60y
Mayor Blake Margolis released his October Mayor’s Spotlight Newsletter. View the full newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3T04Iwt
The traffic signal at Martin is scheduled to be taken off of flashing mode and placed into full operation on Tuesday 10/11 at 9 AM.
Earlier this week, the City kicked off the installation of the new state-of-the-art Outdoor Warning system. The first two locations are Pecan Grove Park and Springfield Park.
At the Harvest Market on the Main event last Saturday, members of Works in Progress and the Arts & Humanities Commission unveiled the newly “Yarn-Bombed” Adirondack chair on the green downtown! This decoration won’t be there forever; so be sure to visit – this is a great Insta-ready photo op!
Take the DART to the State Fair!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettparksandrec/

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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Here’s your top news and highlights for the week of September 30th!

Today is International Podcast Day and we’re so excited to announce that we’ve launched the My Rowlett Podcast today, which you already know since you’re listening to it now!

Upcoming Events:

Friday, September 30- The last movie on Main in Downtown Rowlett featuring Clifford the Big Red Dog. Movie starts at 7:30pm.
Saturday, October 1- Keep Rowlett Beautiful is hosting its 5th annual Tri-City Clean-up from 9 am-12 pm on the shoreline of Lake Ray Hubbard.

Visit keeprowlettbeauitful.org to register.

Saturday, October 1- The Harvest Market on Main from 9am- 4pm. This event is held in the same spot in downtown where the Thursday night markets are held. More info here: https://bit.ly/3CfDoVM
Monday October 3rd, we’re kicking off the Fall lunch on the lawn series. Head to downtown every Monday in October from 11am-2pm to grab some grub. More info here: https://bit.ly/3Cfl3b2
Monday, October 3rd- we have a national night out! Head outside from 6-9pm if your neighborhood is participating! Don’t know if they are? Reach out to our Neighborhood Planning Team here: https://bit.ly/3RfxRCQ

Takeaways from this episode:

We’ve officially launched the #MyRowlett Podcast! rowlett.com/podcast
The City of Rowlett is hosting many events this weekend and on Monday, October 3. See you full list of events here: https://bit.ly/3Cbr60y
The City of Rowlett has new operating hours as of September 29! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rejUKN
Subscribe to the Friday @ 5 Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3SyecPu
Make sure you’re following our Parks and Recreation Department on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RowlettParksandRec

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rowlettparksandrec/

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

rowlett.com/podcast

https://www.facebook.com/CityofRowlettTexas

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Do you live, work or play in Rowlett, Texas? Are you looking for more in-depth information on what’s happening in and around your City? Then you’re in the right place!

In this episode, you’ll meet the My Rowlett Podcast Host, Hannah Rabalais (Digital Media Specialist for the City of Rowlett) and the podcast Producer, Drew Rist (Creative Services Producer for the City of Rowlett)!

Hannah and Drew provide insight on…

Why the City of Rowlett started a podcast.
How the City was able to start a podcast.
Some of the topics that they will be covering in the show.
How often episodes will be dropping.
Guests you can expect to hear from.
Why the host is passionate about serving the Rowlett Community.
All the ways you can listen to this podcast.

Takeaways from this episode:

-The City of Rowlett is excited to provide in-depth information and resources via a podcast.

The Friday @ 5 show that is currently on social media will be uploaded to the My Rowlett Podcast, weekly on Fridays @ 5am.
The Friday @ 5 episodes will be your new place to tune into the top news and events that are happening in the City of Rowlett, Texas.

-My Rowlett episodes will be dropping every other week!

-Some guests you can expect to hear from are City Employees, Local Business Owners, The City of Rowlett Mayor, and Citizens like YOU!

There are so many volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved in the City of Rowlett. Find your opportunity here: https://www.ci.rowlett.tx.us/541/Volunteer-Program

-The City of Rowlett is hiring! Take a peek at the open positions here: www.rowlett.com/jobs

If you wish to suggest a topic, guest, or have a question- Please email Hannah Rabalais at podcast@rowlett.com or reach out online:

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