May 14, 2023

Local Election Results

The City of Garland held a general election May 6 to elect a Mayor and City Council members for Districts 3, 6, 7 and 8.

Unofficial final totals from the Dallas County Elections Department showed two-term incumbent Scott LeMay defeating challenger Roel G. Garcia for Mayor. In the District 3 race, incumbent Ed Moore won over PC Mathew. The seats in Districts 6, 7 and 8 were uncontested. Visit our Elections page to view the full results.  

The election results will be certified at the regular meeting of the Garland City Council on Tuesday, May 16.

Garland Partners with Trusted World

The City of Garland and Trusted World Foundation have entered a partnership that will enable the growing resource provider to build a new headquarters and expand its operations in Garland.

Trusted World will lease City-owned land on the east side of Centerville Road, just south of State Highway 66. Construction of Trusted World's new offices and fulfillment center is expected to begin in the coming weeks.

The facility will enable the Garland-based organization to continue its mission of providing resources at no cost to people or organizations who are providing services on someone else's behalf. Trusted World focuses on creating an efficient and effective donation fulfillment process so that those facing situational poverty may receive resources quickly. Learn more.

Sip, Shop and See at Thirsty Third Thursday

Celebrate Thirsty Third Thursday in Downtown Garland from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 18. Visit participating locations during their extended business hours and enjoy a complimentary beverage while you shop.

Check in at the Garland Landmark Museum, 393 N. Sixth St., to pick up your wristband, tote bag and map, and get started.

See VisitGarlandTX.com to learn more.

Find the Flamingos Downtown

Grab your magnifying glass and find the seven flamingos hidden within the painted drawings across Downtown. Find them all and your detective skills will earn you a prize! Stop by the Visit Garland office, 211 N. Fifth St., with photo proof of your findings and get a free Downtown Garland tumbler and key chain!

Or, if you find the flamingos during a Band Together concert at 506 Art, find a staff member there to redeem your prize. Learn more.

Sounds of Summer Returns Friday, May 19

Garland's Sounds of Summer free concert series continues with Shinyribs at 7 p.m. Friday, May 19, at the Winters Park Amphitheater, 1419 Spring Creek Drive.

Along with presenting partner Veritex Bank and artist sponsor Jimmy Wallace Guitars, the City hosts Sounds of Summer every other Friday through June 30. Kids activities and on-site food vendors are part of the fun. So get your picnic blankets ready!

View the full lineup at VisitGarlandTX.com.

Asian American Heritage Festival Saturday, May 20

Join us from 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, May 20, as we celebrate the talent, creativity and cultural diversity of Asian Pacific American communities at Garland’s inaugural Asian American Heritage Festival at Winters Park Amphitheater, 1419 Spring Creek Drive.

The festival will include cultural performances from locations including Thailand, Laos, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, the Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar, India, Japan, Korea and Hawaii. In addition to a Colorful World Nation Parade and lion dance, craft stalls and art performances will display the talent, creativity and skillful hands of Asian Pacific Americans.

Manuel and Maria Valle Texas Historical Marker Unveiling Saturday, May 20

A new Texas Historical Marker honoring Garland's Manuel and Maria Valle Family, the first Latinos to call Garland home, will be unveiled at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, in a ceremony near the intersection of Avenue C and Santa Fe Street, just south of Downtown Garland.

At the ceremony, Pascual Valle, the last surviving member of the original family will be honored on his 92nd birthday. He and his wife have been community leaders here for decades. The ceremony will feature music, presentations, remarks and the unveiling. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more.

Mystery Book Club at the Library Thursday, May 25

Adults who love mysteries and thrillers are invited to join the library's Mystery Book Club. This club meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month. No registration is required. 

This month, the club will discuss "The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 25, at the Walnut Creek Branch Library, 3319 Edgewood Drive.

Call 972-205-2585 for more information.

Garland Youth Council Accepting Applications Through Friday, June 2

Interested Garland residents who will be in grades nine through 12 during the 2023-24 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.  

Visit GP&L’s Online Outage Center

Thunderstorms and other weather events can lead to power outages. Please take time to check out some useful resources within Garland Power & Light’s Outage Center:

• View current power outages on the Power Outage Map. A lightning bolt icon indicates the general area of an outage and number of customers affected.
• Learn how to report a power outage by text message.
• Find tips on how to prepare for a power outage and information on electric safety.
• Learn what to do if a home’s electric meter base is damaged in a storm. 
• Watch a video to learn about GP&L’s outage restoration progress.

To access these resources, click on “Outage Center” in the main navigation of gpltexas.org.  

City Council

May 15 and 16

The Garland City Council Work Session will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, May 15. Regular meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St. You can watch the meetings online.

Boards & Commissions Meetings

All upcoming Boards & Commissions meetings can be found on the Public Meetings calendar at GarlandTX.gov.

View agendas at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.

Lou Huff Park Improvements Public Meeting

May 18

The City of Garland is making improvements to Lou Huff Park. Come share your ideas with us from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18, at Fields Recreation Center, 1701 Dairy Road.

Graduation Traffic Delays

Through June 4

High school and college graduations will take place at the Curtis Culwell Center through Sunday, June 4. Naaman Forest Boulevard will experience traffic congestion during the graduations, so expect traffic delays in the area. A complete list of dates and times for the graduations can be found at CurtisCulwellCenter.com.  

Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Available at Garland Public Health Clinic

The bivalent COVID-19 booster is available at the Garland Public Health Clinic. It is recommended that individuals wait at least two months after completion of the primary COVID vaccination series or their most recent booster. For full eligibility information, visit GarlandTX.gov. Call 972-205-3370 for pricing and to learn what insurance plans are accepted. Learn more.

Fight the Bite

The City of Garland reminds residents to protect themselves against mosquito-borne illnesses such as West Nile Virus by limiting outdoor activity during evening and early morning hours and wearing light-colored, long-sleeve clothing while outdoors. Remember also to eliminate any standing water on your property as this is where mosquitoes lay eggs. Learn more at GarlandTX.gov.