Garland Selects New Managing Director |
Crystal Owens will join the City of Garland as Managing Director to oversee public works departments on Jan. 10, 2022.
Owens is an East Texas native from the Piney Woods of Marshall. After graduating from Marshall High School, she proudly served her country in the United States Air Force. Most recently, she served as the City Engineer and ultimately the Managing Director of Development Services for the City of DeSoto.
Owens holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and is pursuing a Master of Public Administration. She is also a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Texas and is a member of the American Public Works Association. Learn more. |
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Dia de los Muertos Monday, Nov. 1 |
The Dia de los Muertos tradition continues from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, in the Downtown Garland Square!
Join us in honoring past loved ones at this free event with performances by Los Matachines, various Garland Independent School District and I.L. Texas student performances from mariachi to ballet folklorico, and more! There will be face painting, bounce house, kids’ crafts and altar displays as well.
Don't forget to ride DART to the Downtown Garland Station. For more information, visit the DART website. |
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Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 6! |
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2021 Neighborhood Summit
Invest half a day to make a lasting impact in your neighborhood! The free annual conference, hosted in partnership with the Cities of Rowlett, Garland and Plano, will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, in virtual format.
Don’t miss the virtual Pre-Summit Mixer and Garland Neighborhood Award Ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4. Winners of this year’s Neighborhood Awards will be announced. The event is free, but registration is required. |
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Animal Services Alumni Dog Show and Market
The Garland Animal Services Alumni Dog Show and Market will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Garland Dog Park, 901 S. Glenbrook Drive.
Registration is open to any dog previously adopted through Garland Animal Services. In addition, a doggie market with vendors will have pet-related products and services for you to shop.
To register a pet or sign up a pet-specific business as a vendor, email ADunphy@GarlandTX.gov. Registration is limited. |
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Adult Spelling Bee
Participants will compete in teams of up to four people to win gift cards and other prizes.
The fun starts at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery patio, 509 W. State St.
Call 972-205-2501 to reserve your spot!
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"The Odd Couple" at Granville Arts Center |
Garland Civic Theatre presents Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple" through Sunday, Nov. 7, at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
Don't miss this classic comedy about two hilariously mismatched roommates: Oscar Madison, a divorced slob, and Felix Ungar, an uptight neat freak who's recently separated from his wife.
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Calling Hard-Working Volunteers! |
Join Garland RETREET to plant 200 trees in the path of the 2019 tornado from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13.
Volunteers will be taught proper tree planting techniques, then sent to home sites throughout the adjacent neighborhoods to replant native trees in the afternoon.
Following the planting, a free celebratory dinner with live music, food and drinks for volunteers and tree recipients will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Central Park, 1310 W. Avenue F.
Planting trees is strenuous work and not open to volunteers under the age of 16. If you are interested in volunteering in other capacities, email Nancy Tunell.
RETREET is a partnership project with Keep America Beautiful, the City of Garland and Garland Power & Light.
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Two Renovated Playgrounds Reopen
The playgrounds at Bob Hall Park, 1301 Rivercrest Lane, and Douglas Park, 420 Carver St., recently reopened.
Take a look back at how the playgrounds used to be and the new amenities they feature now. The two parks are among a list of playgrounds to be replaced as part of the 2019 Bond Program.
But that's not all! More playgrounds are about to reopen soon. Get the latest at BuildGarland.com. |
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Juneteenth Survey: We Want Your Opinion! |
As we honor the 157th anniversary of this historical event, a planning committee has been formed to oversee the inaugural Juneteenth Celebration in 2022.
Now, we want to hear from you. Answering this quick survey will help the committee as they develop this family-friendly celebration for years to come!
Deadline to complete the survey is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23.
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Garland is moving forward!
The City is experiencing growth and redevelopment, and this new report will help tell the story of how Garland is on the move. From new vibrant single-family neighborhoods to unique retail and restaurant opportunities, Garland’s progress is evident across the community.
In “ Growing Garland,” the City’s new quarterly development report, you can explore details about proposed new development, building permit statistics, economic development projects and redevelopment priorities. Flip through its pages to find out how the City is using community development and neighborhood vitality projects and partnerships to enhance neighborhoods and improve housing opportunities. |
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COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters Available at Pop-Up Vaccination Clinic Tuesday, Oct. 26, and at Garland's Public Health Clinic
The Garland Health Department will host a vaccination clinic from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at McDonald's, 1404 W. Walnut St. Find more pop-up clinics on the Vaccine Event Calendar.
You can also get the COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment at our Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver Drive, between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Garland Health Department is now providing boosters for the COVID-19 vaccine to those the declared eligible by the Centers for Disease Control. A third dose registration form, eligibility information and more vaccine information are available at GarlandTX.gov.
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Flu Shots Now Available at Garland's Public Health Clinic
The Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver Drive, has received its first shipment of vaccine for the 2021-22 flu season.
Flu shots are available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays for adults, children and seniors who are insured. Low-cost flu vaccines for uninsured children and adults are also now available.
Call 972-205-3370 for pricing and to learn what insurance plans are accepted. Learn more.
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Texas Constitutional Election
Nov. 2
Texans will go to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 2, to decide the fate of eight proposed amendments to the state constitution. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit dallascountyvotes.org for polling locations and other details.
City Council Meetings
Nov. 8 and 9
Due to the Texas Constitutional Election Nov. 2, the Garland City Council will not meet on the first Tuesday of the month and the preceding Monday as it typically does. Work Session will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8. Regular Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St.
Boards & Commissions Meetings
In-person meetings have resumed, but you can continue to 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.
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COVID-19 Updates
As of Thursday, Oct. 28, the Garland Health Department has received reports of 489 active cases out of 39,112 confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Garland residents since the beginning of the pandemic, as well as 591 deaths. The City updates its posted case numbers each Monday and Thursday.
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