 TOP STORIES FOR JANUARY 29, 2021
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**Vaccine supply is limited and it will take time to vaccinate everyone. Thank you for your patience as the State rolls out more vaccines
every week. Currently, only those in Phase 1A and 1B are
eligible to receive the vaccination.**
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Find the answers to your questions regarding who is eligible, where to get it, how to sign up, next steps and more!
When can Rowlett residents sign up? Immediately!!
All Rowlett residents can sign up for the **Dallas County waitlist NOW; however, only those in 1A and 1B categories are eligible to be vaccinated per the Texas Department of State Health Services rules. Those who are not eligible now can still sign up and will be contacted when distribution moves to their category. **Currently, this does not apply to the Garland Health Department waitlist -
only Dallas County**
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On Thursday, January 28, Garland Health hosted another vaccine mega-site at Homer B. Johnson (HBJ) Stadium. The City of Rowlett staff and volunteers again provided assistance in managing the site. Over 800 individuals were vaccinated at the event, and of the 1116 appointment invitations, 198 Rowlett residents received an invitation. Additional events will be scheduled pending vaccine availability. Rowlett residents who qualify in Phase 1A and 1B may sign up on the wait list here: Vaccine Registration Form or register by phone: 972.205.3900.
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Vaccination Roll-out Continues in Rockwall County - Rockwall County and Rockwall County Helping Hands are working in partnership to distribute vaccines. As of January 27, 4229 Rockwall County residents have received the first vaccine dose and 780 residents are fully vaccinated. Those eligible to receive the vaccine per the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) 1A or 1B definitions, may register for the waitlist here: www.blockitnow.com/rockwallwaitlist.
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Statewide Vaccine HubsResidents are encouraged to register on multiple lists, there are no county residency requirements. Find more statewide provider hubs here.
Links are provided below for the online registration for each county. Due to the statewide effort, each county that is distributing the vaccine may approach the process differently and may provide different types of vaccines. There is no city or county residency requirement to register to receive a vaccination at one of the official hub sites, these sites are open to all Texas residents. People who register will be placed on a waitlist and will be provided further guidance at a later date as to when to arrive to receive a vaccination.
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Other Vaccine Information**The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine candidate, Janssen, is currently completing the Phase 3 clinical trials in the US. Johnson & Johnson anticipates filing for an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) through the FDA in early February. This is a single dose vaccine candidate. The other top vaccine candidate, COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca, is anticipating producing finalized data for their Phase 3 clinical trial data and filing for an EUA at the end of January.** |
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COVID-19 Case Counts(Click on picture for larger image) The first chart in this post illustrates confirmed COVID-19 case counts numbers as 7pm Thursday, January 28 - the rest are updated Rowlett trend charts. Since the last update on Tuesday, January 26, Rowlett added 57 new cases with 21 added on January 28.
Please continue to stay home and stay safe. Stay vigilant when you must go out - wear your face covering, maintain safe distancing from others not in your group and, most importantly, wash your hands often. These measures are critical not only to slow the spread and protect people's lives, but also to protect our economy from further closures and to prevent compromising the health care services we need across the state.
Find additional information about the vaccine and how those who qualify may register to receive it here: https://www.ci.rowlett.tx.us/.../COVID-19-Vaccine....
The COVID-19 vaccine dashboard is available at Texas Department of State Health Services website. You'll find updated vaccine distribution information along with administration information.
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City Council –
Regular Meetings: Feb. 2 and 16 @ 5:30pm *check agenda on website* each Friday before the date
Special Council Meeting – None at time published
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Other Board and Commission Meetings: (All Zoom Meetings)
Feb. 2 – Golf Advisory Board @ 8am
Feb. 3 – Rowlett Community Organizations Active in Disaster Committee @ 4pm
Feb. 8 – CANCELLED - Community Investment Advisory Board
Feb. 9 – Arts & Humanities Commission @ 6:30pm
Feb. 9 – Planning & Zoning Commission @ 6:30pm
Feb. 10 – Parks & Recreation Advisory Board @ 6:30pm
Feb. 11 – Library Advisory Board @ 6:30pm
Feb. 15 – Senior Advisory Board @ 10am
Feb. 15 – Rowlett Youth Advisory Council @ 6:30pm
Feb. 17 – Rowlett Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission @ 7pm
Feb. 23 – Planning & Zoning Commission @ 6:30pm
Check Here For All Meeting Agendas
**CHECK THE WEBSITE CALENDAR FOR MEETING DATES & TIMES**
Watch on Rowlett’s Cable Channel RTN16 or online __________________________________ |
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Judge Liston Appointed to the
State Judicial Commission on
Mental HealthWe are so pleased to announce that Rowlett Municipal Court Presiding Judge Pamela H. Liston has been appointed by the Supreme Court of Texas and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals to the State Judicial Commission on Mental Health. Judge Liston has practiced in the area of municipal court for 25 years and currently serves as the president of the Texas Municipal Courts Association and the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center. In addition, Judge Liston has been a key contributor to legislation designed to improve municipal court services throughout the State of Texas.
“With Judge Liston’s expertise and insight, she has distinguished herself as one of the leading voices in the State of Texas regarding municipal court operations,” said Mayor Tammy Dana-Bashian. “Judge Liston is well known for her fairness, commitment to excellence, and volunteer spirit. We congratulate her on this appointment.”
The Judicial Commission on Mental Health (JCMH) was created to engage and empower court systems through collaboration, education, and leadership, thereby improving the lives of individuals with mental health needs, substance use disorders, and persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In previous years, Judge Liston was a co-editor of the JCMH Mental Health and Disabilities Bench Book, 2nd Ed.
Join us in congratulating Judge Liston!
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Congratulations to our Rowlett
Public Library!!!Each year, Texas Municipal Library Director’s Association (TMLDA) confers awards for outstanding contributions to public libraries.
For the 16th year in a row, Rowlett Public Library has received this award. To successfully receive the Achievement of Library Excellence Award, the applicant must exhibit excellence in providing services to underserved and special populations, in enhancing services, in marketing their programs and services in innovative ways, in promoting cultural, topical, and educational programming, in providing literacy support, in providing summer reading clubs, in pursuing collaborative efforts, in supporting workforce development, in providing for digital inclusion, and in comprehensively training staff.
Of the 568 public library systems in Texas, Rowlett Public Library is one of only 56 who have earned this year’s award." Help us congratulate our Public Library staff!! #MyRowlett#BetterTogether __________________________________
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It's IRS Time!The Rowlett Library has IRS 1040 forms and instruction booklets available for pickup. Forms are available in the Library entryway for contactless pickup.
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Our Parks Advisory Board visits Kenwood Heights Park and highlights some of the great amenities the park offers! Thank you, again, to our Parks Advisory Board for taking pride in our community!
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We won't be dancing together this year, but we still want to set you up with a night to remember!
Little Sweetheart Date Night will include: * A custom curated playlist * One blank Valentine's Day card for your Little Sweetheart
*One special flower
Register before February 4 to get $5 off your Little Sweetheart Dance registration fee.
Pick up your kit on Thursday, February 11 and Friday, February 12.
**Each individual who purchases a date night kit will be entered into a
raffle to win two tickets to Wet Zone for the 2021 season.** __________________________________
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The Rowlett Police Department wants you to know where crime is occurring in your City and neighborhood. Find crime mapping throughout Rowlett and also a list of registered sex offenders. Go here to report a crime unless it is an emergency or crime in progress. If that is the case, please call 911 immediately. __________________________________
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 This week's crime tip focuses on the exterior of your home ...
make sure all windows, doors and garage doors are locked.
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Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
from RPD
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 Many are not proactive when it comes to securing the exterior of their residence -
this opens the door, no pun intended, for a crime of opportunity!
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It can be nerve racking to see those red and blue lights come on when you're driving - right? The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators and the International Association of Chiefs of Police put together this concise informational recommendation on how to interact with officers on a traffic stop.
Also, officers now have that same nervous feeling when walking up to your car that you have. Hopefully, this helps to ease the unknown and provide some safe guidelines so that the interaction is quick and safe. We care about our citizens and hope you take the time to go over these recommendations. Stay safe everyone. __________________________________
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Update on Fire Station 2 ConstructionFire Station #2 has had major progress this week. The construction company started on the accessory building, framing continues on the living quarters, trusses are being set, roof panels have started on the bay, and the mechanical duct for the storm shelter was installed...just to name a few. What an exciting time of the Fire Department! __________________________________ |
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Now Open!Golden Chick located at 9103 Lakeview Pkwy. is open for business!
Scooter's Coffee located at 8505 Lakeview Pkwy. is open too! This is the second location in Rowlett and the 13th location in Texas! |
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REMINDER: ONCOR Tree Trimming
in FebruaryOncor Vegetation Management will be pruning trees during February 2021 in Rowlett. A list of the various streets and highways affected by this trim is listed on the City's website. __________________________________
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Your one-stop-shop for assistance.Call 972.412.6100 for in-person help ---Click here to submit a request or question.
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