April 21, 2019
This Week's News                                                        
City Election - Early Voting Begins 
Early voting for the May 4 City Election begins April 22 and ends April 30. Voters will elect a mayor and City Council representatives for Districts 3, 6, 7 and 8. Voters also will consider eight bond propositions. Details about the bond propositions are available on the 2019 Bond Program web page.
 
Early voting in Garland takes place at the Richland College Garland Campus, 675 W. Walnut St., and the South Garland Branch Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd.
 
Polls will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22-27, 1 to 6 p.m. April 28 and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 29-30 and May 4. For additional information, visit the Elections page at GarlandTX.gov or DallasCountyVotes.org.
City Accepting Applications for Student Ambassador Program
Are you looking for an internship that will help you make your mark professionally and within your community?

Become a Student Ambassador for the City of Garland and join the more than 2,000 employees that work every day to make Garland a great place to live, work and play! 

Internships are currently available starting this summer. Join us and make your mark today!  For more information, click here .
Garland Civic Theatre Presents Nunsense April 25-May 12
Sister Julia, the cook of the Little Sisters of Hoboken, accidentally poisoned 52 of her fellow sisters. How will she raise money for all the burials? Put on a musical!

Enjoy Garland Civic Theatre's presentation of Nunsense  April 25 through May 12 at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
 
Buy your tickets here, by calling 972-205-2790, or in-person at the Granville Arts Center Box Office, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, Monday through Friday and two hours before each performance.
Mark Your Calendars for Saturday, April 27!
Help neighbors, give back to the community and enjoy classic cars.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Day
Roll up your sleeves and offer a helping hand to neighbors with minor exterior home repairs as well as community projects from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27.
Wheels of Hope Car Show
The annual Wheels of Hope Car Show will roll into Downtown Garland from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Admission is free for spectators and $25 for vehicle entries.
Garland Gives Day
Be a part of the Seventh Annual Garland Gives day of service Saturday, April 27. Get all the details, review available opportunities and sign up for a preferred project at GarlandGives.org.
School Crossing Guards Needed
Do you want to earn extra income working only two hours per day and making a difference in your community?
 
The City of Garland Transportation Department is recruiting candidates interested in the flexibility of working part-time as a school crossing guard, keeping students and neighbors safe as they walk to and from school. The hours are from 7 to 8 a.m. and 3 to 4 p.m. on school days at designated crosswalks.
 
Click here to apply online. Contact Christina Jasso at 972-205-2438 for additional information.
Events & Announcements
Plan Commission
April 22
The Garland Plan Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St. View agendas  here , and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.

10th Annual Business Expo
April 26
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St. Browse local products and service providers at the Garland Chamber of Commerce's Business Expo. Register at GarlandChamber.com.

Apply to Serve on North Texas Municipal Water District Board
The City Council is accepting applications for a Garland representative to the Board of Directors of the North Texas Municipal Water District. The term starts June 1 and runs through May 31, 2021. To qualify for the position, an applicant must reside in Garland and own taxable property. Applications will be accepted through May 3 and should include a letter of interest and a r ésum é. Submit applications to Ren é Dowl, City Secretary, by email to RDowl@GarlandTX.gov or by U.S. Postal Service to City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St., Garland 75040.

Garland Youth Council Accepting Applications Through June 9
Interested Garland residents who will be in grades 9-12 during the 2019-20 school year are eligible to apply to serve on the Garland Youth Council.  Learn more and download an application at  GarlandYouthCouncil.org .








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