April 19, 2020
This Week's News                                                        
Monitoring Coronavirus
The Garland Health Department has received reports of 215 confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Garland residents, as well as eight deaths.  The City will update our posted case numbers each afternoon after 2 p.m. Check the  Dallas County website for county-wide updates.

If you must do essential shopping, go alone or with the fewest people possible, during off-peak hours. More essential shopping tips are available at CDC.gov.

You can subscribe to receive updates at GarlandTX.gov. If you have not yet set up an account, there is a "Create an Account" link at the very top of the page, above the navigation bar. Click that to create your account.  Click on the green "Notify Me" button to get the subscription page. You have several subscription options. The first section is Alerts. The second section is News Flash. COVID-19 Updates is the second option under News Flash.

Additional information is available on the Garland Health Department  COVID Update page . The status of various City functions is updated on the  City Service Updates page .  A list of useful resources is available on the  COVID Links page .  Frequently asked questions specific to Garland are available on the  COVID FAQs page .

While most City facilities are now closed to the public, City departments can still be reached by phone or email. Visit the Staff Directory for contact information. Garland offers an information line, 972-205-3900, to help connect residents to health resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. Call your primary care physician first for medical and testing advice.

Monitor  GarlandTX.gov  and the City's social media pages for updates.
Garland Youth Council Accepting Applications Through June 5
Interested Garland residents who will be in grades 9-12 during the 2020-21 school year are eligible to apply to serve on the Garland Youth Council. 
 
Learn more and download an application on the Garland Youth Council page at GarlandTX.gov. 
 
Email GYC@GarlandTX.gov with any questions.

Have You Completed the 2020 Census?
How many of you have filled out the 2020 census? Take a look at how Garland is doing compared to other North Texas cities. We are doing well, but let's get that number up! 

Fill yours out today! It only takes about 10 minutes to answer 10 questions, and t here are several ways to complete the one-page form remotely: online, mail or by phone. It is provided in numerous languages, and your data is confidential. 
 
You should have received an invitation to respond online in mid-March, and a paper questionnaire is currently in the mail.

Visit GarlandTX.gov to learn how the census impacts you and your community.
In these uncertain times, there is so much good happening in our community! Below are ways you can be a part of it.
Garland Goodness
Even with the concern about COVID-19, our community is full of warm, wonderful stories of caring and perseverance.
We're sharing some of those stories on our  Garland Goodness page  at GarlandTX.gov.

If you have a Garland Goodness story to share with us, you can share on social media and tag @garlandtxgov. Use the hashtags #GarlandGoodness, #MYMGarland, and #OnlyinGarland or email your stories to  Saul Garza.
Support Local Businesses and Restaurants
Let's Make Our Mark and help each other out! 

Head to VisitGarlandTX.com for a list of local restaurants offering takeout, delivery or drive-thru service. 

You can also see which local shops are offering virtual shopping and even gift card specials. 

City Services Continue During Pandemic
Be sure to visit GarlandTX.gov for the most recent information regarding City service updates.
Important COVID-19 Information Regarding Your Utility Bill
The City of Garland will work with customers during these difficult times, and will not disconnect electric or water service for late or lack of utility bill payment. 

Customers should contact Utility Customer Service at 972-205-2671 or  CustServ@GarlandTX.gov to discuss their situation. Please include your service address and account number in any correspondence.

Duckworth Utility Services Building (217 N. Fifth St.) is closed through Saturday, May 9.  Utility and Tax payments will be accepted via the Drive-Thru Payment Center at 717 W. State St. (at West State Street and North Glenbrook Drive) from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

Other utility payment options  are also available.
Transfer Station and Recycle Center Have Room for Your Excess
During this crisis, Environmental Waste Services crews continue to provide residents the best service by maintaining regular residential, brush and bulky, and recyclable collection schedules. We realize as the shelter in place order continues, some of you may be collecting or producing more trash and recyclables than usual.
 
If your carts are overflowing, you can drop off any excess trash and recyclables at our Recycling Center and Transfer Station at 1434 Commerce St. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Please avoid trips to the C.M. Hinton Jr. Regional Landfill at this time.
 
Just pull up, place the material in the respective bins and be on your way. If you have any questions,  call 972-205-3500 or email  EWS@GarlandTX.gov.
Events & Announcements
City Council Meetings
April 20 and 21
Work Session will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, April 20; Regular Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 21. 

Due to COVID-19 public gathering restrictions, the meetings will be virtual.  You can watch the meetings online. The virtual meeting link will be included in the individual meeting agenda. You may participate by telephone. Dial-in numbers will be posted with the virtual meeting information. 

View agendas  at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted. 
Make an Appointment to Adopt a Pet
Garland Animal Services is still open to the public. Please call 972-205-3570 to make an appointment before entering the shelter. Due to high call volumes, we ask that you leave a voicemail with your name, phone number and the ID of the animal you are interested in. We will get back to you as soon as possible. For more information, contact AnimalServices@GarlandTX.gov.






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