News Flash

Friday @ 5 - Friday, May 17

We hope you enjoy staying up to date with all the City operations, projects, events, meetings and other items of community interest!

Economic Development & Community Development Departments Relocating

City of Rowlett Economic Development and Community Development Departments are relocating from 3901 Main Street to 5702 Rowlett Road. Come see them until Friday, May 17 on Main Street - they will open in their new location on Monday, May 20 at 8am.

City Offices and Facilities Closed for Memorial Day

City of Rowlett offices & facilities, including the Community Centre, Library, Municipal Court & Animal Shelter, will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observation of Memorial Day. FCC will conduct garbage collection on their regular schedule.

Memorial Day/Touch a Truck Celebration - Saturday, May 25

Memorial Day Celebration featuring Touch-A-Truck Ceremony: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMTouch-A-Truck: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Bring the entire family to the Village of Rowlett Downtown as we celebrate Memorial Day and honor our fallen military heroes. The event begins...

Runoff Election for Place 4 is Saturday, June 8

Early voting runs May 28 - June 4, 2019. Both early voting and election day voting will take place at the City Hall Annex.

FREE Mosquito Dunks

Mosquito season us upon us!! Do your part to control them - 2 FREE dunks are available while supplies last to Rowlett residents, upon presentation of a current utility bill or ID, at Development Services, 3901 Main St., Mon- Fri 8a – 4p.

Spring Property of the Season Winners!

We're excited to showcase this quarter's Property of the Season winners! This award is presented by Code Enforcement Officers to one home in each quadrant on a seasonal basis, and recognizes "Above and Beyond" efforts to beautify our neighborhoods.

Star Gazing - Friday, May 31

Join the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Advisory Board from 7-9pm on Friday, May 31 for an astronomer-led tour of the universe at the Rowlett Community Centre, then star gazing outdoors in Pecan Grove Park . Telescopes will be provided!

May Mayor's Spotlight - 2019 Comprehensive Plan Update

The 2019 Comprehensive Plan Update was recently adopted by the Rowlett City Council. This Plan is one of several guiding documents that communicates the City’s vision and sets its policy focus regarding land use and development goals for the future.

May Spirit of Rowlett Award - Barbara Holst

Congratulations to Barbara Holst, this month's Spirit of Rowlett Award winner! This award is to publicly recognize ordinary residents doing extra-ordinary things in our community, and the recipients are nominated by YOU – the citizens of Rowlett...

Spring cleaning? Brush & Bulk Pickup and free Landfill Pass information

Brush and Bulk Pickup Information:

• Please place brush and bulky waste in front of your house, between the curb and sidewalk, by 7am on your trash collection day.
• It cannot be piled on top of the water meter access or in front of a fire hydrant. 
• Mak...

Summer 2019 Lakeside Leisure

Check out all of the upcoming programming & activities your Rowlett Parks & Recreation crew are offering! Special events, activities for seniors, and TONS of summer classes and programs for kids and grown-ups alike at the Rowlett Community Centre…

Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Survey

Please let your voice be heard!

Participate in the Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Survey and help us collect public input in developing the hazard identification and risk assessment and mitigation, or risk reduction, actions and projects for t...

Ask The Mayor on Rowlett on the Water...on the Move

Do you have a question you’d like to ask the Mayor? Have you ever wondered WHY we do what we do? And perhaps even HOW we do what we do? Maybe you’re interested in learning more about specific projects going on around town? Well, here&a...

Rowlett Named Tree City USA for 16th Consecutive Year!

Rowlett Ranks #9 Safest City in Texas

SafeHome.org has named Rowlett the #9 Safest City in Texas! This is great recognition for the City of Rowlett and demonstrates the City Council commitment to public safety and the outstanding work of our Rowlett Police Department.

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!

Kids Kingdom - A 2018 GrownExplore.com 'Coolest Playground'!

Visit Kids Kingdom today! Features of this all-abilities, community-designed-and-built playground at Pecan Grove Park include a zip line, robot slide, fortress/castle play structure, climbing wall, dino sandbox, big-and-little-kid areas and so much more!