 TOP STORIES FOR June 11, 2021
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This month, Mayor Tammy Dana-Bashian offers information about all of the Rowlett Boards and Commissions. Share your knowledge and expertise, partner with your local government, and enhance your community by applying to serve on one today!
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The monthly program is hosted by Rowlett Mayor Tammy Dana-Bashian and City Manager Brian Funderburk and covers items of interest going on in the City of Rowlett. They provide an update on COVID-19 including vaccines and face coverings at City facilities; the Fireworks on Main event to be held on Sunday, July 4 from 6pm-10pm; the Summer Reading Program ... all these stories and much more!
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Special guest Haley the Hippo and Mayor Tammy Dana-Bashian, along with Aquatic Supervisor Austin Sudack, update us about the daily opening of the Wet Zone and celebrating its 20th anniversary this season! Make plans to visit often so you don't miss out on the celebrations! For more information on operation times and planned events, go to the website or facebook page. Let's have some splish splash fun this summer!
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Come to Village of Rowlett Downtown on Saturdays and enjoy your local Farmers Market from 9am til noon!
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Rowlett Youth Advisory Council Canned Food Drive - June 12 @ Rowlett Farmers MarketDrop off canned food items from 9am to noon on Saturday, June 12 at the Farmers Market in the Village of Rowlett Downtown. Donations benefit Life Message in Rowlett and Hope in Hands Food Pantry at First Christian Church. |
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Celebrate the 4th of July With Us!Martha & the Vandellas in concert, TONS of family activities, food trucks, kids area, and...of course...a spectacular fireworks show, all at Pecan Grove Park from 6-10pm on Sunday, July 4!
If you are interested in being a vendor, apply here.
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The Citizen’s Police Academy begins August 26, registration is open now! Come learn more about the Rowlett Police Department’s operations during this fun and interactive 12-week course.
(This program is intended for citizens over the age of 18 who live or work in the City of Rowlett.)
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If you are interested in attending the next "Chief Chat" - an event where you can openly talk to Chief Godfrey, please click on the sign-up genius link in the title. Meetings are limited to 25 residents, once signed up you will receive an email from the Chief with information, including the date and time for the next meeting. This will be first come, first served, but just because you do not make the next 25 does not mean you missed out. There will be a waitlist created for future meetings based on when you signed up.
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 Mosquito Larvae
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 Drain Standing Water
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 Use Larvicide to treat the water
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Mosquito season is upon us! With all the rain we've received over the past month, mosquito populations are on the rise. Drop these Dunks into standing water around your home and do your part to control them.
2 FREE dunks are available (while supplies last) to Rowlett residents, just show a current utility bill or your ID at the Community Development offices, 5702 Rowlett Rd., Monday - Friday, 8a - 5pm.
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 Rowlett Road
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Annual Concrete Repair and Maintenance of Streets and AlleysCam-Crete Contracting Inc. completed the pavement replacement in the right lane of Rowlett Road. They were delayed due to the inclement weather for the past week. Currently they have begun demolition of the center lane of Rowlett Road and plan to place conrete in this area next week. |
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 Lake Highland Trail
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Lake Highland TrailDespite all the weather delays experienced to date, the contractor was able to work a couple of days during this past week. Since the weather projections don’t include rain, the contractor is preparing to pour the mock panels for the City to approve. Once approved, the contractor plans to compact and test the soil, and then set forms in preparation to pour concrete. |
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 Faulkner - Thornhill - Powell Alley
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Alley Reconstruction @ Faulkner - Thornhill - PowellKIK Underground has lowered the water main on Camelot Lane. They are staging storm water pipe on site and working on the storm line that connects to the storm water main on Camelot Lane |
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Classes in AugustDuring a natural or man-made disaster, Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) assist Public Safety teams in doing damage assessment, accounting for residents and securing quick, accessible routes into their neighborhood. CERT members also help search for missing persons, and assist with evacuations, traffic control, courtesy patrols and with City events.
Rowlett CERT is actively recruiting residents to be trained in the CERT program that includes Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search and Rescue, and Fire Suppression following FEMA guidelines. CERT is holding a two-day class on Saturdays, August 7 & 14 from 8am to 6pm. Both days are required. A course fee of $20 covers class administrative expenses. For more information or to register for class, visit RowlettCERT.com.Being prepared is everyone’s responsibility. Get Ready Today.
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Check Out the Local Talent at the Library!Stop by the Rowlett Public Library and check out all of the talent in our community on display in the 8th Annual Artists 'Round Texas Paint and Photograph Juried Art Competition! |
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The Regional Transportation Council (RTC) of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) wants to hear from YOU! Visit https://www.nctcog.org/input to learn about transportation in the region and offer your input to help set future priorities. Topics include the 10-year Plan Update, Congestion Management Process, Public Transportation Funding and Access North Texas, which is the regional transportation coordination plan for the 16-county North Central Texas region.
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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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