Council Honors Former Mayor, Assistant City Manager by Renaming Building | |
The Garland City Council is renaming one of its major facilities to honor Ron Jones, a three-term Mayor and prior to that, a leader of City staff for nearly three decades.
The Ronald E. Jones Municipal Building at 800 Main St. is home to the City’s permitting processes, its planners, engineers, transportation officials and others who are at the heart of Garland’s day-to-day operations. Prior to Council’s unanimous resolution at its Sept. 20 meeting, the facility was the Main Street Municipal Building.
Jones joined City staff in April 1977. He led 14 departments and rose to the ranks of Assistant City Manager, a post he held during his final five years as a Garland employee. He then retired to run for Mayor, winning three-way races in 2007 and 2009, taking more than 83% of the vote in his re-election bid. He was unopposed in 2011. Learn more.
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Flu Shots and Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Available at Garland Public Health Clinic | |
This year's flu vaccine and the bivalent COVID-19 booster are now available at the Garland Public Health Clinic.
Flu shots are available for adults, children and seniors who are insured. Low-cost flu vaccines for uninsured children and adults are also available.
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.
Both vaccinations are available at the Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver St., from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays.
Call 972-205-3370 for pricing and to learn what insurance plans are accepted. Learn more.
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New Customer Service Portal | |
The Customer Service Department has introduced a new customer account web portal.
City of Garland utility customers who used the previous web-based tool will be required to create a new username and password. Learn about your new account number.
The new portal provides additional utility billing detail, customer account information, options to make a payment and many new features that will enhance users' online experience.
Visit GarlandUtilities.org to learn more.
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Get the latest on what's happening Downtown! | |
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Last Chance! Fair Fare on the Square Ends Friday
Fair Fare on the Square is back for a third year of fair-inspired fare and runs through Friday, Sept. 30!
Cool off with a Dr Pepper slush or cotton candy iced tea, indulge in homemade Frito pie or a churro flight, or go all in for a deep-fried funnel cake Spam on a stick with blackberry maple jam. Of course, delicious house-made versions of fair-inspired classics like corn dogs, turkey legs and fried Oreos will also be available.
Participating eateries are located on Main, Fifth, Sixth and State streets. Make a progressive meal of it, order lots to share or come back on multiple days to sample even more.
Check out participating restaurants and get full details at VisitGarlandTX.com.
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Downtown Construction Update
The infrastructure work of Phase 2 of Downtown construction continues. Fifth Street between Main and State streets remains closed. The intersection at Fifth and State streets is expected to reopen in early November.
The segment of State Street between Fifth and Sixth streets will remain closed for approximately five to six months as infrastructure work is in progress. The next wave of infrastructure work is expected to begin in early October at the Sixth and State streets intersection. At that time, the intersections of State Street at both Fifth and Sixth streets will be closed simultaneously for approximately one month. See the latest updates.
During this time, businesses remain open and so do the adjacent sidewalks. Plenty of free public parking is available throughout the Downtown area, so be sure to continue supporting our local businesses.
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Garland's Jimmy Wallace brings in international business and
headlines Band Together Concert Series finale.
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Welcoming International Businesses to Garland
Garland businesses have a much farther reach than you may realize. Partnerships between local and international businesses help put Garland on the worldwide map.
Recently Mayor Scott LeMay welcomed Japan's largest music distributor to Jimmy Wallace Guitars in Downtown Garland. Watch the video to learn more.
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Band Together on the Square Concert Series Finale Friday, Sept. 30
One of the best concert series of the summer concludes with Jimmy Wallace's Guitar Army at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, at the Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St.
Be sure to explore Downtown Garland's fabulous array of eateries and shops before and after the show! Go to VisitGarlandTX.com for more details.
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National Good Neighbor Day Is Wednesday, Sept. 28 | |
Show your neighbors some love with a kind note, baked goods or acts of kindness. Establish the Good Neighbor Mindset in your neighborhood by practicing a few of these tips:
- Connect with neighbors by introducing yourself. It starts by saying, “Hello!”
- Invite neighbors to join you for a meal or a fun activity.
- Celebrate birthdays and big milestones. Cheer each other on!
- Be aware of safety and security around you. We are safer together.
- Be available when needed. Show up to help and support those around you.
For more information, visit NationalGoodNeighborDay.com.
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Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway | |
The Tree Power Free Tree Program teams Garland Power & Light with the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department to provide a free tree to Garland residents in an effort to help save energy and beautify the community.
Register for a free tree beginning Monday, Oct. 3. Registration runs through Friday, Oct. 28. Tree pickup is Saturday, Nov. 5.
At the registration site, you can view tree descriptions and select the tree you want. One tree per household. Must be a Garland resident. Residence will be verified.
A confirmation email with the pickup time and location will be sent to you after successful registration. Bring the email with you when picking up the tree. Trucks are recommended for easier tree loading. Call 972-205-3589 for more information.
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Groundbreaking Ceremonies Thursday, Sept. 29 | |
You're invited to the groundbreaking ceremonies for the new Fire Station No. 6 and Hollabaugh Recreation Center Thursday, Sept. 29. The new facilities are part of the 2019 Bond Program.
The first ceremony will begin at 8:45 a.m. at the site of the new Fire Station No. 6, 6450 N. President George Bush Turnpike.
The next groundbreaking will take place at 10 a.m. at Hollabugh Recreation Center, 3925 W. Walnut St.
Learn more about these and other bond projects at BuildGarland.com.
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Holford Recreation Center to Close for Renovations Friday, Sept. 30
Holford Recreation Center will close Friday, Sept. 30, for renovations. When it reopens, patrons will be able to enjoy a new recreation center and parking expansion that may include a gymnasium, fitness room, multipurpose rooms and kitchen.
The new recreation center is part of the bond program approved by voters in 2019.
Construction is expected to last approximately 12 to 18 months.
Learn more at BuildGarland.com.
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Animal Services and Adoption Center Open Sundays Starting Oct. 2
Effective Sunday, Oct. 2, Garland Animal Services and Adoption Center will change its operating hours to the following:
Monday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tuesday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed to the public
Thursday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The shelter will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, through Saturday, Oct. 1. Visit GarlandAnimalServices.org to learn more.
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Plan Commission
Sept. 26
The Garland Plan Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St.
Boards & Commissions Meetings
All upcoming Boards & Commissions meetings can be found on the Public Meetings calendar at GarlandTX.gov.
In-person meetings have resumed, but you can continue to watch the meetings online.
View agendas at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.
Fall Activities and Events
Check out all the upcoming activities and events in Garland at VisitGarlandTX.com. There's something fun for everyone!
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National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the achievements, contributions and positive impact that Hispanic Americans have made on our country. All month long we’ll share the culture and community and celebrate those who have Made Their Mark in Garland. This week, we recognize District 6 Council Member Robert Vera. He’s been on the Garland City Council since May 2017 but has lived in Garland for more than 40 years. Public service is in his blood he says. Learn more. | |
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