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  2. Our Community

    1. Awards and Honors
    2. City Contact Information
    3. Community Investment Program (CIP)
    4. Economic Development
    5. Education
    6. FAQs
    7. History of Rowlett
    8. Hospitals
    9. Lake Marinas
    10. Library
    11. Neighborhood Planning
      1. Block Party Information
      2. Rowlett City Academy
      3. Starting an Association
      4. Subdivision Map
      5. Yard of the Season
      6. Neighborhood Summit 2021
      7. Rowlett Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission
    12. Newsletters
    13. Non-Profit / Civic Organizations
    14. Parks and Trails
    15. Post Office
    16. Public Transportation
    17. Rowlett Chamber of Commerce
    18. Rowlett Housing Finance Corporation
    19. Rowlett Maps
    20. Special Events
    21. Sports Associations
    22. Volunteer Program
    23. Waterview Golf Course
    24. Wet Zone Waterpark
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  3. Government

    1. Boards and Commissions
      1. Animal Shelter Advisory Board
      2. Arts and Humanities Commission
        1. “Rowlett Sings" Competition
        2. Cultural Grants
        3. Photography Contest
        4. Writing Contest
        5. Young Artist Contest
      3. Board of Adjustment
      4. Charter Review Commission
      5. City Council
      6. Community Investment Advisory Board
      7. Economic Development Advisory Board
      8. Golf Advisory Board
      9. Library Advisory Board
      10. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
      11. Planning and Zoning Commission
      12. Rowlett Community Organizations Active in Disaster
      13. Rowlett Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission
      14. Rowlett Youth Advisory Council
      15. Senior Advisory Board
      16. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two
      17. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Three
    2. City Council
      1. Contact Us
      2. Tammy Dana-Bashian, Mayor
      3. Robert Blake Margolis, Place 1
      4. Brownie Sherrill, Place 2
      5. Matt Grubisich, Place 3
      6. Whitney P. Laning, Place 4
      7. Pamela Bell, Place 5
      8. Martha Brown, Place 6
      9. Meeting Information
    3. City Manager's Office
      1. City Manager's Office Staff
      2. City Awards and Honors
      3. Communications
      4. Form of Government
        1. City Council
      5. Friday @ 5
        1. Archive Newsletters
        2. Rowlett on the Move
      6. Vision, Mission and Values
      7. Volunteer Program
    4. City Secretary’s Office
      1. Agendas and Minutes
      2. Alcohol Beverage Permits
      3. Archived Documents
      4. Boards and Commissions
      5. City Charter
      6. Code of Ordinances
      7. Contact Us
      8. Master Fee Schedule
      9. Open Records Requests
      10. Vendor Disclosures
    5. Community Investment Program (CIP)
    6. Elections
      1. Ballots by Mail
      2. Election Results - May 1, 2021
      3. Register to Vote
      4. Voter Qualifications and Registration Dates
      5. May 1, 2021 Election
        1. 2021 Bond Election
    7. FAQs
    8. Financial Transparency
    9. Governing Documents
    10. Meeting Agendas and Minutes
    11. Municipal Court
      1. Home
      2. Coming to Court
      3. Respond to a Citation
      4. Jury Duty
      5. Your Rights
      6. Deferred Disposition
      7. Driving Safety Course
      8. Dismissals
      9. Payment Information
      10. How to Clear Your Warrant
      11. Juveniles
      12. Dockets
      13. Pleas
      14. Trials
        1. Presenting the Case
        2. Judgment and Verdict
        3. Court Costs
      15. Forms
    12. Municipal Management Districts
      1. Downtown Municipal Management District
    13. Public Bulletin Board
    14. Rowlett Housing Finance Corporation
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  4. Departments

    1. Action Center
      1. Action Center - WebQA
    2. Animal Services
    3. City Manager's Office
    4. City Secretary’s Office
    5. Code Enforcement
    6. Communications
      1. Cable Channel RTN16
      2. Mobile App
      3. Newsletters
        1. Archive Newsletters
        2. Rowlett on the Move
      4. News Releases
        1. Archived News Releases
    7. Community Development
      1. Animal Services
        1. Adoptable Pets
        2. Special Events
        3. Animal Bites
        4. Animal Shelter Impoundment
        5. Directions
        6. Friends of the Rowlett Animals
        7. Lost and Found Pets
        8. Low Cost Pet Care
        9. Nuisance Complaints
          1. Other Animal Complaints
        10. Pet Registration
        11. Volunteer Programs
        12. Wildlife Information
          1. Humane Traps
      2. Building Inspections
        1. Online Permitting
        2. Residential
        3. Commercial
        4. Commercial Certificate of Occupancy
        5. Adopted Codes
        6. Lake Ray Hubbard Take-Area
        7. Rental Registration and Inspections
        8. Residential Green Building Program
        9. Forms & Applications
      3. Code Enforcement
        1. City Maps
        2. Common Code Violations (PDF)
        3. Garage Sale Information
        4. Ongoing Inspection
        5. Request for Service
        6. Zoning Inspection
        7. Code Enforcement Map
      4. Development Services Engineering
        1. ERU
      5. Environmental Health
      6. Neighborhood Planning
        1. Block Party Information
        2. Rowlett City Academy
        3. Starting an Association
        4. Subdivision Map
        5. Yard of the Season
        6. Neighborhood Summit 2021
        7. Rowlett Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commission
      7. Planning and Urban Design
        1. Comprehensive Plan
          1. Realize Rowlett 2020
            1. Realize Rowlett 2020 Phase I
            2. Realize Rowlett 2020 Phase II
            3. Realize Rowlett 2020 Phase III
            4. Project History
            5. Advisory Committee
        2. Planning and Zoning Commission
        3. Plat Search
      8. Staff Directory
    8. Economic Development
    9. Financial Services
      1. Accounting
        1. Check Registers
        2. House Bill 3693 Compliance Report
        3. Financial Reports
      2. Budget
        1. Budget Documents
      3. Property Taxes
      4. Purchasing
      5. Sales Taxes
      6. Utility Billing and Collections
      7. Financial Transparency
        1. Traditional Finances
        2. Debt Obligations
        3. Public Pensions
        4. Economic Development
        5. Contracts & Procurement
    10. Fire Department
      1. Administration
      2. Community Education
        1. Classes and Citizen Services
        2. Community News
      3. Community Emergency Response Team
        1. Fire Corps
        2. Rowlett Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service
        3. Explorer Post One
      4. Emergency Medical Services
      5. Emergency Management
        1. Residential Safe Room Rebate Program
          1. Safe Room Purchase and Rebate
          2. Program Eligibility
        2. Emergency Preparedness Resources
        3. Emergency Warning System
          1. Outdoor Warning Sirens
        4. Threats/Hazards
          1. Winter Storms & Extreme Cold
            1. Definitions and Impacts
            2. Forecast Products
        5. NOAA Weather Radio
        6. Storm Ready
        7. 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
          1. COVID-19 individual and Business Resources
          2. COVID-19 Vaccine Information
      6. Employment Opportunities
        1. Minimum Requirements
        2. Benefits
        3. Job Task Simulation Test (PDF)
      7. FAQ
      8. Fire Marshal
        1. Adopted Codes and Construction Standards
        2. Certificate of Occupancy Requirements
        3. Fire Alarm Plan Requirements
        4. Fire Sprinkler System Requirements
        5. Permits
        6. Special Event and Parade Application
        7. Rapid Key Entry
        8. Hydrant Data Flow Test Request
        9. Open Fires and Cooking
        10. Occupant Load Calculations
      9. Fire Operations
        1. Fire Stations
          1. Station 1
          2. Station 2
          3. Station 3
          4. Station 4
      10. Honor Guard
      11. Open Records and Reports
      12. Pipes and Drums
      13. Public Safety Training Tower
      14. Special Needs Registry
      15. Special Weapons And Tactics Medic
      16. Explorer Post One
    11. Human Resources
      1. Job Opportunities
      2. Benefits
      3. Compensation
      4. Wellness
      5. HR Team
      6. Volunteer Opportunities
      7. Job Descriptions
      8. Job Alerts
    12. Information Technology
    13. Library
      1. Library Catalog
      2. Kids' Library Catalog
      3. Summer Reading 2021
        1. Kick-Off
        2. On-Site Interactive Activities
        3. Log Reading Challenges
        4. Weekly Programs
        5. Teen & Tween Program Registration
      4. Kids
        1. Storytime
          1. Baby Storytime
          2. Storytime Books & Rhymes
        2. 1KBK
      5. Teens
        1. Teens September 2020
        2. Teens October 2020
        3. Teens November 2020
        4. Teens December 2020
        5. Teens January 2021
        6. Teens February 2021
        7. Teens March 2021
        8. Teens April 2021
        9. Teens May 2021
      6. About the Library
        1. The Library: Then and Now
        2. Library Advisory Board
        3. Library Card Information
        4. Interlibrary Loan
          1. Interlibrary Loan Request Form (PDF)
        5. TexShare Program
      7. Library Blog
      8. Newsletters
      9. Extra Resources
        1. Educational & Fun Resources for Kids
        2. Educational Resources for All Ages
        3. Fun Resources for All Ages
      10. Kanopy
      11. Hoopla
      12. Brainfuse HelpNow
      13. Brainfuse JobNow
      14. eBooks (OverDrive)
      15. eBooks for Kids (TumbleBooks)
      16. PrinterOn
      17. TexShare Databases
      18. Online Resources
        1. AR (Accelerated Reader) BookFinder
        2. Brainfuse HelpNow
        3. Brainfuse JobNow
        4. ChiltonLibrary
        5. DearReader.com Online Book Clubs
        6. Directory of Open Access Journals
        7. Handbook of Texas
        8. LibriVox
        9. TexShare Databases
        10. Legal Forms
        11. Project Gutenberg
        12. World Book Web
      19. Suggest a Title
      20. Friends of the Library
        1. Friends' Membership Application
      21. Volunteer Opportunities
      22. Library Strategic Plan
      23. Library Policy Manual
      24. Contact Us
    14. Maps
      1. GIS Homepage
      2. City Facilities Map
      3. Downloadable Maps
      4. Google map applications
      5. Interactive Maps
      6. Street Name Search
    15. Parks and Recreation
      1. Athletics
        1. Adult Athletics
        2. Youth Athletics
          1. Youth Girls Volleyball League
          2. Youth Baseball League
            1. Spring Youth Baseball
            2. Fall Youth Baseball
          3. Youth Basketball League
            1. Summer Youth Basketball
            2. Winter Youth Basketball
        3. Athletic Field Rainout Page
        4. eSports
        5. Pickleball
      2. City Parks and Trails
        1. Current Parks Listing
        2. Paddling Trails
        3. Future Parks Listing
        4. Park Rules and Regulations
        5. Pavilion Reservations
      3. Classes
        1. Fitness
        2. Martial Arts
        3. Preschool
        4. Youth
      4. Community Centre
        1. Amenities
        2. Birthday Parties
        3. Membership
        4. Policies
          1. Facility Policies
          2. Membership Policies
          3. Room and Pavilion Reservation Policies
        5. Reservations
      5. Coyle House Rental Guide
      6. Kids Kingdom
        1. Purpose
        2. Sponsors
      7. Lakeside Leisure
      8. Parks & Recreation Master Plan
      9. Online Registration
      10. Seniors
        1. Senior Shuttle Services
        2. Senior Trips
        3. Ongoing Senior Programs
        4. Senior Fitness
      11. Special Events
        1. Little Sweetheart Events
        2. Lunch on the Lawn
        3. Easter Eggstravaganza
        4. Easter Pup-A-Palooza
        5. Kid Fish!
        6. Memorial Day Ceremony
        7. Barks, Brews, and Brats
        8. Fireworks on Main
        9. Summer Concert Series
        10. Movies on Main
        11. Celebrate DiverCity
        12. Trunk or Treat
        13. Veterans Day Ceremony
        14. Reverse Holiday Parade
        15. 12 Days of Christmas
        16. Event Sponsorships Opportunities
        17. Farmers Market
      12. Room and Pavilion Reservations
        1. Banquet Rooms
        2. Park Pavilions
      13. Waterview Golf Club
      14. The Wet Zone
      15. Contact Us
    16. Police
      1. About Us
        1. Office of the Chief of Police
        2. Staff Directory
        3. Philosophy and Vision
        4. Department Policies
      2. Career Opportunities
      3. Crime Statistics
        1. 2020 Crime Statistics
        2. 2019 Crime Statistics
      4. Divisions
        1. Community Services Division
          1. Community Services Officer
            1. Citizen Police Academy
            2. Handicap Parking Violations
            3. Neighborhood Crime Watch
            4. Residential Burglary Prevention
            5. Project ChildSafe
            6. Safety Tips for Kids
            7. Sexual Assault Prevention
            8. Vacation-Proofing Your Home
            9. Volunteers in Police Service
          2. School Crossing Guards
          3. School Resource Officers
            1. Youth and Teen Academies
          4. Staff Directory
        2. Criminal Investigations Division
          1. Crime Victims Assistance
          2. Crisis Assistance Program
          3. Graffiti
            1. Reporting Graffiti
          4. Identity Theft
          5. Registered Sex Offenders
          6. Staff Directory
        3. Communications Division
          1. Special Needs Registry
        4. Detention Services
          1. Frequently Asked Questions
          2. Jail Release
            1. Other Agency Charges
            2. Higher Level Violations
          3. Vehicle Towing and Storage
        5. Patrol Division
          1. Specialties
            1. Accident Investigation
            2. Bike Patrol
            3. Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)
            4. Crisis Negotiation
            5. Honor Guard
            6. Field Training Officer Program
            7. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
          2. Staff Directory
        6. Professional Standards Unit
          1. Racial Profiling
          2. Recruiting and Training
            1. Communications Officer
            2. Detention Officer
            3. Police Officer
              1. Application Process
              2. Automatic Disqualfiers
              3. Police Officer Requirements and Testing
          3. Property and Evidence Section
        7. Support Services Division
          1. Records Section
            1. Alarm Permits Online
          2. Towing Information
          3. Staff Directory
        8. Traffic Unit
          1. Traffic Unit
            1. Current Safety Issues
            2. Motorcycle Officers
            3. Reporting Traffic Issues
            4. Traffic Safety Tips
          2. Staff Directory
      5. Driving Directions
      6. Frequently Asked Questions
      7. Jail Release
      8. Municipal Court and Tickets
      9. Neighborhood Traffic Problems
      10. Online Services and Forms
        1. Copies of Police Reports
        2. Motor Vehicle Accident Reports
        3. Registered Sex Offender Information
        4. Special Needs Registry
        5. Self Reporting of Motor Vehicle Accidents
      11. To Report a Crime
      12. Vehicle Towing and Storage
    17. Public Health
      1. Food Establishment Health Scores
      2. Commercial Swimming Pools & Spas
      3. Mosquito Management Program
      4. Permits and Licenses
      5. Household Hazardous Waste
      6. Public Health and Vaccines
    18. Public Works
      1. Staff Directory
      2. Cross Connection Control/Backflow
      3. CIP Engineering
      4. City Design and Construction Projects
      5. Storm Water Management
      6. Street/Traffic
        1. Annual Crack Seal Program
        2. Annual Concrete Street/Alley Repair Program
      7. PW Trash and Recycle Collection
        1. Brush and Bulk Collection
        2. Poly Cart Information
        3. Residential Recycle Information
        4. C.M. Hinton Landfill
        5. Home Chemical and Hazardous Waste Collection
        6. Landfill Pass Information (PDF)
      8. Wastewater Utility
      9. Water Utility
      10. Fleet Services
    19. Purchasing
      1. Conducting Business with the City
      2. Delivery, Taxes, and Insurance
      3. Financial Transparency / Contracts and Procurement
      4. Invoices
      5. Purchasing Policies
    20. Trash Collection
    21. Water/Services Billing
      1. Starting Utility Service
      2. Billing Information
      3. Payment Options
      4. Meter Services
        1. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
        2. Help Your Meter Reader
      5. Water Service
      6. Sewer Service
      7. Drainage
      8. Water-Saving Tips
      9. Discontinuing Service
      10. Report a Problem
      11. Contact Us
      12. Directions
      13. Public Assistance Agencies
      14. Trash and Recycling
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  5. Residents

    1. Action Center
    2. Alarm Permits
    3. Animal Registration
    4. Appraisal Districts
    5. Code Enforcement
    6. Code of Ordinances
    7. Community Centre
    8. Community Investment Program (CIP)
    9. Connect Rowlett Citizen Alerts
    10. COVID-19 and Vaccine Info
    11. Crime Statistics
    12. Education
    13. Events and Festivals
    14. FAQs
    15. Garage Sale Information
    16. Habitat For Humanity
    17. HOA / Neighborhood Life
    18. Library
    19. Neighborhood Awards
    20. Newsletters
    21. Online Payments
    22. Parks and Trails
    23. Permits
    24. Public Bulletin Board
    25. Public Transportation
    26. Utilities in Rowlett
    27. Recreation Registration
    28. Special Event Permit
    29. Trash and Recycling Information
    30. Water Connection
    31. Volunteer Program
      1. Volunteer Enrollment Form
      2. Public Safety Volunteer Opportunities
      3. Library Volunteer Opportunities
      4. Keep Rowlett Beautiful
      5. City Boards and Commissions
    32. Voter Information
    33. Wet Zone Waterpark
    34. Winter Storm 2021 Resources
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  6. How Do I...

    1. Apply For
      1. Bids
      2. Boards & Commissions
      3. Building Permits
      4. Food Permits & Licenses
      5. Jobs
      6. Marriage License - Dallas County
      7. Marriage License - Rockwall County
      8. Online Forms
    2. Contact
      1. Action Center
      2. Animal Services
      3. City Council
      4. City Staff
    3. Find
      1. Business Directory
      2. City Parks & Trails
      3. Community Centre
      4. Driver License Offices
      5. City of Rowlett Facilities
      6. Kids Kingdom
      7. Library
      8. Restaurant Health Scores
      9. Social Security Office
      10. Wet Zone Waterpark
    4. Request
      1. Building Inspections
      2. Community Centre Reservations
      3. Utility Service
    5. Sign Up for Notifications
      1. Notify Me Email Lists
      2. Connect Rowlett Citizen Alerts
    6. Submit
      1. Online Payments
    7. View
      1. Agendas & Minutes
      2. Archive Center
      3. Calendar
      4. Carbon Calculator
      5. FAQs
      6. News Flash
      7. Quick Links
      8. Streaming Video
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