News Flash

SPECIAL EDITION Friday @ 5 - Friday, April 3

This week's issue is a Special Edition, sharing all of the COVID-19 City operation information and actions to date.

Update on FCC Trash Service

In light of the announcement of two confirmed positive COVID-19 cases in Rowlett, FCC is enhancing efforts to protect those providing trash service. FCC will begin enforcing bagged items in the trash on Thursday March 26, 2020, rather than the previously ...

City of Rowlett Extends Shelter in Place Order to April 30

Mayor Tammy Dana-Bashian amended the City’s Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency and has extended the Shelter in Place order through April 30.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Facts regarding the virus and how to prevent it, what to do in the event you or a family member become ill, and many other resources including the latest news concerning our community.

Limited Access to City Facilities Begins Wednesday, March 25

In an effort to protect staff and our citizens, beginning tomorrow (Wednesday, March 25) we will be limiting public access to most City buildings and facilities. We’ll still be here and fully staffed to provide the services everyone needs every ...

Teens - Serve on the 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 (RYAC) is now accepting applications!

Comprised of 12 regular members who are sophomores, juniors or seniors...

2020 United States Census

The US Census Bureau has launched the 2020 Census – a national effort to count every person living in the United States.

May 2 General Election Postponed to November 3

Texas Governor Greg Abbott authorized those holding May 2 elections to postpone their election, so City Council voted to postpone the City's general election to keep voters from gathering during a time of concern over the spread of COVID-19.

Rowlett Designated AARP Age-Friendly Community

On Tuesday, February 4, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities welcomed the City of Rowlett as their 431^st member, and the first new member for 2020. This designation was made possible after sever...

2020 State of the City

Great things are happening in Rowlett! Watch Mayor Tammy Dana Bashian's 2020 State of the City Address to learn about all the Fiscal Year 2019 accomplishments and the outlook going forward in 2020.

Strategic Plan Community Dashboard

Check out the Community Dashboard* to stay up to date on the City of Rowlett’s Strategic Plan. The dashboard illustrates important key results and highlights the accomplishments City staff is making to help Rowlett become The Place to Live, Work...

Main Street Reconstruction

The Main Street reconstruction project will begin in the next couple of weeks. Funded through the 2015 Bond Election, this project includes not only rebuilding Main Street and its infrastructure, but also carrying the downtown look and feel through to PGB...

Do you or someone you know have an award-worthy Texas Smart Yard?

Our Texas Smart Yard Award recognizes Rowlett residents whose yards are in harmony with native flora, soil, and topography. Residents who use these smart practices save on electricity, water, and sewer costs - and support our local ecosystems!