Garland Breaks Ground on New Animal Shelter |
The development of a new Garland animal shelter is officially underway! The City broke ground Dec. 8 on its new animal shelter and adoption center at 1900 State Highway 66.
Approved in the May 2019 bond election, the 23,000-square-foot shelter will incorporate housing for 224 dogs and 140 cats, as well as additional space for exotic animals.
The $15.8 million shelter will replace a 1960s facility, with more than double the current shelter’s square footage and capacity for animals. Garland Animal Services cares for about 8,000 animals a year.
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Rental, Mortgage Assistance Available |
Two separate rental and mortgage assistance programs are available to assist residents who have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Different qualifying criteria apply depending on the program.
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Made Fresh & Local: A Garland Christmas |
While we cannot gather together to celebrate this year, the City of Garland is pleased to bring you a special treat for the holiday season, “Made Fresh & Local: A Garland Christmas.” This holiday season we will feature virtual programs streaming on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, along with an encore presentation on Christmas Day, Dec. 25.
Remember, Garland is open this holiday season, so come on down to enjoy the lights at our Downtown Garland Square, 520 W. State St. (map), dine in our restaurants and shop for those last-minute holiday gifts for the whole family. Be safe and enjoy the holiday season.
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Sip, Shop and See at Thirsty Third Thursday |
Celebrate Thirsty Third Thursdays in Downtown Garland from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17.
Visit participating locations during their extended business hours, take advantage of their specials and enjoy a complimentary beverage while you shop. Check in with the host business of the month to pick up a wristband, tote bag and map.
This month's host business is Queen B Studio, located in Downtown Garland at 107 S. Sixth St. Head to VisitGarlandTX.com to learn more and see a full list of participating businesses.
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Fire Department Toy Drive |
The Garland Fire Fighters Association and Garland Fire Department are collecting new, unwrapped toys for their annual toy drive.
Toys will be collected at all 11 Garland fire stations and at the Fire Administration and Training Facility, 1500 State Highway 66, through Dec. 18.
Garland firefighters will deliver the toys to local children for the holidays.
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Downtown Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Final Week! |
Learn about local history while supporting Downtown Garland businesses!
Visit the Landmark Museum at Heritage Crossing, 393 N. Sixth St., between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, to get your scavenger hunt clues, lanyard and starting holiday pin.
Head to the business you think is the correct answer. If you're right, they will give you another holiday pin. Once you have all 10 pins, return to the museum for your prize!
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Protect Your Pipes and Plumbing in Freezing Temperatures
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Keeping an eye on the weather forecast and protecting your pipes can save you a lot of trouble and unnecessary costs for plumbing repairs.
When freezing temperatures are expected, remember to drip your faucets, open cabinets under sinks, and cover or wrap outside pipes and spigots. These proactive measures can help prevent frozen or burst pipes and costly repairs.
The City of Garland maintains the water mains that feed the customer’s meters, but pipes from the meter to the house or building belong to the water customer, which means the customer is responsible for any repairs to those pipes. Learn more. |
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The Garland Health Department has received reports of 2,593 active cases out of 14,372 confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Garland residents since the beginning of the pandemic, as well as 115 deaths. The City will update its posted case numbers each afternoon.
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City Council Meetings
Dec. 14 and 15
The Garland City Council Work Session will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14. Regular Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec 15.
Plan Commission
Dec. 14
The Garland Plan Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
Pleasant Valley Road Closure
Dec. 15
Weather permitting, Pleasant Valley Road from Richfield to Miles Road will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 15. The eastbound lane of traffic crossing the Pleasant Valley bridge will be closed to repair lights on the bridge towers. This detour will place all traffic into the westbound lanes crossing the bridge.
Boards & Commissions Meetings
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.
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Atmos Energy Safety Survey
Atmos Energy crews and contractors will be in the areas on the map below between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, through Friday, Dec. 18. They will perform safety surveys of the natural gas distribution system using mobile leak detection units that measure and map methane plumes. Mobile leak detection units are white SUVs with flashing lights and are labeled with an Atmos Energy logo or “Utility Contractor.” You will see this unit driving slowly in the street and alley at night, which ensures an
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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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Public & Media Relations
P.O. Box 469002 | Garland, Texas 75046
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