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Weekly Case Numbers for Rowlett

Due to the current surge in COVID-19 cases, we have resumed providing weekly updates on case numbers in Rowlett. Please visit our website to view this data for the week of September 12, 2021 as well as links to obtain state and national numbers.

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Local Veteran Recognized by Council

At this week's City Council Meeting, Marine Corps veteran Corporal Glen Garrison was honored and recognized as our 19th Rowlett Vet! A third-generation Marine, Garrison enlisted in 2005 at 30 years old. He always maintained 1st class PFT Score, and earned a meritorious promotion to Lance Corporal and Corporal. He also received several accommodations for work, including the N.A.M (Navy Achievement Medal) for performing job duties above and beyond. These duties included MPK9; and Court Liaison for Camp Lejeune, New River Air Station and Camp Gieger. Corporal Garrison medically separated from the Marine Corps in 2008 due to an injury. Read more..

Rowlett's IT Department Recognized by Council

Presented by Councilmember Brownie Sherrill, the City of Rowlett Information Technology Department was recognized by proclamation for National IT Professionals Day at last night's City Council Meeting.

Rowlett’s IT staff is a group of dedicated technology experts including system administrators, network engineers, database administrators, information security professionals and IT support technicians who, though virtually invisible, touch all aspects of our organization. Without this fantastic group of individuals working collaboratively and keeping us all connected, we would not be able to conduct the business of the City and provide the services that are necessary for our citizens.

Important City Meetings:
City Council –

Regular Meeting: October 12 and 19. Work Session normally starts at 5:30pm, Regular Meeting @ 7:30pm. Agendas are available on Fridays prior to meeting date.

Special Meeting: Special Council Meeting - September 27 @ 6pm
Note - Short Council meeting on October 5 due to National Night Out - Only NNO Proclamation presented. (Sign up your neighborhood now!)

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Other Board and Commission Meetings:

September 28 – Planning & Zoning Commission @ 6:450pm

October 5 – Golf Advisory Board @ 8am
October 6 – Rowlett Community Organizations Active in Disaster Committee @ 4pm

October 12 – Planning & Zoning Commission @ 5:30pm

October 12 – Arts & Humanities Commission @ 6:30pm

October 13 – Parks & Recreation Advisory Board @ 6:30pm

October 14 – Library Advisory Board @ 6:30pm

October 18 – Senior Advisory Board @ 10am

October 18 – Rowlett Youth Advisory Council @ 6:30pm

October 19 – Economic Development Advisory Board @ 8:30am

October 20 – Rowlett Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission @ 7pm

Meets as Needed – Animal Shelter Advisory Board @ 6pm

Meets as Needed – Board of Adjustment @ 6:30pm

* Access Meeting Agendas and Minutes - Past and Present *

**CHECK THE WEBSITE CALENDAR FOR MEETING DATES & TIMES

Watch on Rowlett’s Cable Channel RTN16 or online

Movies on Main Tonight - Final Movie for this Series!

Join us tonight Friday, September 24 in The Village of Rowlett Downtown - there will be free popcorn, food vendors, kids games and cinema under the stars. Start time is 7pm and movie begins at dusk!

~~September 3 – Raya and the Last Dragon~~
~~September 10 – Tom and Jerry~~
~~September 17 – The Croods - A New Age~~
September 24 – !Scooby!

The Rowlett Animal Shelter is currently at Code Red - we have too many dogs! If you've been considering adopting a furbaby, please come by the Shelter tomorrow, your baby is waiting for you! Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

We'll have vendors available from 11am to 2pm every Monday through October 25 along with live music and games. See you at the Village of Rowlett Downtown - the lawn area across from City Hall.

Shop a variety of hand-made crafts, produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, and more ... featuring games from pumpkin carving to turkey bowling. This hometown event will take place now through November 11 on Thursday nights, 6 - 9pm.

Scarecrows on Main - Register by October 1. Tell your story in straw! Design a creative scarecrow display to promote your business or non-profit. Register NOW!

5th Annual Tri-City Cleanup event - Keep Dallas Beautiful, Keep Garland Beautiful, and Keep Rowlett Beautiful will come together at various locations around Lake Ray Hubbard on Saturday, October 2 from 9am to 12pm.

Celebrate DiverCity! Learn about the different cultures of Rowlett and surrounding areas at this fun, family-friendly event! We will see you on Saturday, October 2 from 4 - 7pm in the Village of Rowlett!

Register for National Night Out (NNO) now! Held on Tuesday, October 5. Rowlett PD, Fire, and Public Works along with the City Council would love to join your celebrations - register with Officer Dana Reeves at dreeves@rowlett.com. Read more...

Bring the family and celebrate the Grand Opening of Rowlett's brand-new Fire Station 2 and Training Center on Saturday, October 9. Take a tour and learn all about this state-of-the-art facility, located at 8602 Schrade Road.

Join us on Saturday, October 16 for the first Harvest Market on Main! It is an all-day market at the Village of Rowlett Downtown. Spend a day shopping our local hand crafter and produce vendors!

Trunk or Treat Drive Thru will be held on Saturday, October 30 from 5 - 8pm. Bring the whole family and join us for a spooky time!

Star Wars Reads Week, October 4-9

At a Library far, far away ... kids of all ages were reading Star Wars books and daydreaming about Jedi Knights, light sabers, Yoda, storm troopers and Darth Vader! Enjoy a week of Star Wars activities at 2pm each day with a special Adults Only Meet & Greet on Thursday, October 7 at 6:30pm. And a Star Wars Day from 11am to 3pm on Saturday, October 9. May the force be with you!

AND More Community Events!

We are excited to bring you these hometown events over the next couple of months - we've added a few more so be sure to save these dates to your phone! There's something for everyone!

The Basics of Medicare
The Senior Advisory Board is hosting a seminar about the basics of Medicare and more.
WHEN: Tuesday, September 28
TIME: 1pm
WHERE: Rowlett City Hall, 4000 Main Street

Electronics Recycling / Document Shredding Event - Keep Rowlett Beautiful
KRB will be holding their recycling event in October this year.
WHEN: Saturday, October 16
TIME: 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Rowlett High School Parking Lot

2021 Neighborhood Summit
Rowlett residents, business owners, and stakeholders get ready for a day of virtual interactive activities, workshops, and resources! Residents from Garland, Plano, and surrounding communities are welcome to join us! Register here.
WHEN: Saturday, November 6
TIME: 8:30am to 12:30pm
WHERE: Virtual Conference

Barks, Brews and Brats
This event was rescheduled from earlier in the year - we can't wait to see you and your best friend there!
WHEN: Saturday, November 6
TIME: 6 - 9pm
WHERE: Scentral Bark Dog Park, 4601 Centennial

Veterans Day Ceremony
Join us as we honor our Veterans. (Ceremony will be moved inside to the Rowlett Community Centre if the weather is bad.)
WHEN: Thursday, November 11
TIME: 11am - 12pm
WHERE: Veterans Park, 3900 Main St.

Main Street Fest & Holiday Parade
What better way to kick off the holidays ... join us for a lighted parade, live performances, vendors, large kid's area, and of course, the big man himself - Santa!
WHEN: Saturday, December 4
TIME: 5 - 8pm
WHERE: Village of Rowlett Downtown

National Preparedness Month helps raise awareness about the importance of being prepared for disasters and emergencies in our community. Each week, we will share resources and information so you and your family can be more prepared!

Week 4 of National Preparedness Month - Teach Youth About Preparedness

Back To Biz - Free Program for Businesses

Back To Biz is a free program designed to help your business recover and grow. It features a collection of more than 400 actionable video lessons, informative interviews, success stories, articles and tools from a diverse and renowned set of innovative entrepreneurs. The content is designed to help you expand your knowledge and skills on a wide range of topics, including hiring talent, selling online, building your brand, pivoting business models, creating new revenue streams, finding your ideal customers, managing stress and more.

Lake Highland Trail

North Rock Construction completed 600 LF of retaining wall footer and 400 LF of retaining wall footing at Miller Road this week. The contractor will continue pouring concrete for the trail paving next week when the retaining wall is done.

Faulkner-Thornhill-Powell Alley Reconstruction

KIK Underground has completed the Thornhill/Faulkner alley and reopened it to the residents; the final walkthrough is scheduled for next week. In the Powell -Jones-Persimmon-Colonial alley, the contractor poured concrete for two of the four storm inlets and two of the three junction boxes, and continued cutting the alley to grade.

Crime Statistics

The Rowlett Police department wants you to know where crime is occurring in your city and neighborhoods. Click on the links for the latest crime report or to report a crime.

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