Welcome to Plano City News , your weekly update
on what's happening in the City of Plano.
Call in for Town Hall Next Thursday, Feb. 21
Got questions about the city's roads, bridges, sewer system, water supply or technology? Plano Town Hall is Thursday, Feb. 21 from 7 to 8 p.m. We are taking questions online, by phone and in person. Town Halls are one way we make it easier to connect with your city. 

Participate in the conversation with one of these options:
  • Call 888-409-5380
  • Submit your questions early on the Facebook event page, during Facebook Live or on Twitter with hashtag #PlanoTownHall 
  • Join us in person at Plano Municipal Center, 1520 K Ave. 
  • Watch the meeting on planotv.org

We look forward to hearing from you.
What is Chlorine Maintenance?
March 4 through April 1 is when the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will perform the annual chlorine maintenance of our water system. You may notice a slight change in smell or taste. If you do, try these tips: 
  • Fill a pitcher of water and place it in your fridge overnight. This allows the chlorine to dissipate.
  • Add a slice of cucumber to a glass of water for a few hours to improve the taste.

All cities on the NTMWD water system undergo maintenance at the same time. Normally, chloramines (a combination of chlorine and ammonia) are used to treat our water. For this maintenance, the level of chlorine remains the same but no ammonia is added. Chlorine prevents bacteria, parasites and viruses from growing in our drinking water. For added care, the NTMWD and the City of Plano test the water year-round and during the maintenance period. 

You can drink the tap water – it’s safe. For more information, visit ntmwd.com/safewater or plano.gov/water .
Does Your Compost Meet This Standard?
Your yard trimmings make the big leagues when our collection crews deliver them to the Texas Pure Products compost pile. The U.S. Composting Council named Texas Pure Products the Composter of the Year - Large Scale.

Plano started Texas Pure in 1992 in partnership with the cities of Allen, Frisco, McKinney and Richardson and the North Texas Municipal Water District. Since that time, Texas Pure earned the highest standard for organic compost (OMRI listed) and added a full line of soil blends and mulches. Last year, they introduced a Light Weight Blend specifically designed for green roofs.

These great products are also making space in the landfill by not being part of the landfill. This means our shared landfill lasts longer. It's a win-win.

Texas Pure is available at several area retail stores and the Texas Pure Products Custer Road Retail Store. They even deliver for a small fee.

Follow the Texas Pure Products Facebook page for gardening events, seasonal tips, special sales and fun contests.
Happenings

Now through April 15
Free

AARP volunteers are available at the library to help you prepare your tax return.

Mondays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd.

Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy.

Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd.

Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Harrington Library, 1501 18th St.


Live Green in Plano Compost Fair
Saturday, March 2
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
(come and go)

4116 W. Plano Pwky.

Turn garden leaves and debris into compost goodness with tips from the Live Green in Plano team. Rotate through six learning stations at your own pace. Follow our recipe of moistening and mixing to create the perfect food for your soil. Then watch for our annual compost bin sale - details to come!


Watch the State of the City Address, moderated by Valerie Wigglesworth, managing editor of Community Impact Newspaper . A special thanks to Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano for hosting the event.
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