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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 Center...

Band Together on the Square Concert Series

Downtown Garland has a diverse musical experience that will go great with your carefree summer vibe. 

Join us at 7 p.m. every Friday evening from May through July for one of the best concert series of the summer! 

Be sure to explore Downto...

Garland and Beyond Space Exhibit May 1 - Sept. 2

Explore Garland in the space industry through exhibits and artifacts on loan from NASA’S Johnson Space Center in Houston.

Municipal Court Closed Friday, June 2

The Brad Neighbor Municipal Court will be closed Friday, June 2, for system maintenance.

All court operations will resume at 8:30 a.m. Monday, June 5.

Payments may be paid online or by phone to AllPaid at 1-888-604-7888. Please note that any requests or inq...

Central Library Express Opens Doors

The temporary Central Library Express, 713 Austin St., opened to the public on Monday, May 1. The former Garland Women’s Activities Building is hosting services while the neighboring Central Library building is undergoing renovation. &a...

City Holiday Hours and Services: Memorial Day

In observance of Memorial Day, all City of Garland offices, utility customer service and tax offices, libraries, recreation and senior centers will be closed Monday, May 29. 

The Hinton Landfill and Transfer Station will also be closed. Trash, rec...

Sounds of Summer Concert Series

Garland’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series returns every other Friday, May 5 through June 30, for a summer like never before!

Our Downtown Square Reopens Oct. 14 with Day of Festivities, LeAnn Rimes

Garland has announced Saturday, Oct. 14, as the date for its public celebration of the reimagined heart of the city. The reopening of the Downtown Square is a party nearly two years in the making and one worthy of bringing home LeAnn Rimes, one of Garland...

Latest Issue of Garland City Press Now Available

The May/June issue of the Garland City Press is on its way to your mailbox and available online.

New Public Health Clinic Hours

The Garland Public Health Clinic has new operating hours. Its doors are open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (closed Wednesdays).

If you have questions or concerns, call 972-205-3370 or email PublicHealth@GarlandTX.gov.

New Council Members Take the Oath of Office

Garland Mayor Scott LeMay started his third term in office and welcomed newcomers Carissa Dutton of District 6 and Chris Ott of District 8 to the City Council on Tuesday, May 16. 

Council Member Dutton was prominent in relief efforts after a torna...

Garland Police Detective Inducted into National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame

Garland Police Detective Tony Godwin was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame in Toledo, Ohio, on March 30.

Detective Godwin was presented with the Career Achievement Award. He is the first Garland Police Department officer to be...

Garland to Host Regional Truck Driving Championship Saturday, April 29

Garland will host the Dallas-Fort Worth Council of Safety Professionals Regional Truck Driving Championship at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 29, at Williams Stadium, 510 Stadium Drive.

At the event, the American Trucking Association will have its "Share the ...

Mayor Honors Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association

The Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association was presented with a proclamation by Mayor Scott LeMay recognizing its 30 years of service at the Garland City Council’s March 7 meeting.

The Mayor’s proclamation highlighted the ass...

Upcoming Spring Events and Activities

There's something for everyone! Check out all the upcoming activities in Garland at VisitGarlandTX.com.

Early Voting Open for May 6 Election

The next general election for the City of Garland to elect a Mayor and Council Members for Districts 3, 6, 7, and 8 will be held on Saturday, May 6.  

As of the filing deadline, the following persons will appear on the City of Garland General Elec...

Garland’s Band Together on the Square Program Earns Statewide Award

Garland’s Band Together on the Square Concert Series earned the 2023 Arts & Humanities Programming Achievement Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS). 

The Downtown Development Office, part of the Garland Parks, Recreation &a...

Garland Welcomes New Risk Management Director

Julie Whiteman joined the City of Garland as Risk Management Director on Feb. 6. She brings more than 18 years of risk management experience within the private and public sectors. Most recently, since 2009 Whiteman served as Director of Risk Management fo...

City Celebrates Three-Story Mural at Valoris HealthPark

With her finishing touches completed three stories above, artist Haylee Ryan recently joined dignitaries at street level to officially cut the ribbon on the Valoris HealthPark mural. Ryan describes the mural as one of meaningful symbolism and representati...

Flu Shots and Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters 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 ...

Mandy Pippen Named Health Director

Mandy Pippen will join the City of Garland as Health Director on Monday, Jan. 23.  

Pippen began her career with the City in 2004 as an Environmental Health Specialist in the Health Department. Over the following 18 years, she was promoted to Seni...

Christmas Tree Disposal for Garland Residents

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, North Americans purchase 33 million fresh-cut Christmas trees every year. Garland residents can help free up space in the landfill by dropping off trees at no cost at the Wood Recycling Facility during nor...

City Offices Reopen Friday at 10 a.m.

City of Garland offices and facilities will reopen at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3.

The Sanitation Department has been monitoring expected future weather and road conditions due to the winter storm. Trash collection is anticipated to begin on Friday, Feb. 3. How...

Winter Preparedness

Being prepared for winter weather is essential. Loss of heat, power, telephone service and even a shortage of supplies in your household are just a few things you should stay prepared for.

Visit the links below to learn more:

• Garland Power & Light - How...

Holiday Preparedness Tips from the Office of Emergency Management

The holiday season is filled with many fun and festive events, and staying prepared means that is one less thing to stress. Whether it is cooking, shopping or even just getting used to cooler temperatures, ensure you are prepared and using safe practices ...

Toy Drives Spread Holiday Cheer

The Garland Fire Fighters Association and Garland Fire Department are collecting new, unwrapped toys for their annual toy drive through Wednesday, Dec. 21. Toy collection boxes are available at each of Garland's 11 fire stations and at the Fire Administra...

Garland Welcomes Emergency Management Director

Mariah Phipps-Jack joined the City on Dec. 5 as the Emergency Management Director. 

She brings more than 20 years of emergency management experience, which includes roles in the public sector, private sector and academia. 

Phipps-Jack most...

Cease the Grease this Holiday Season

This program asks Garland residents to recycle their holiday cooking grease instead of pouring it down the drain. You can drop off your grease and oil for free at the Garland Recycling Drop-Off Center, 1426 Commerce St., through Monday, Jan. 9. Learn more...

Garland Earns State Video and Parks Awards

The City of Garland earned 15 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors conference in early November in McAllen. Garland received awards in 12 categories, including four first-place trophies, four second-plac...

Surprising the Family with a Pet?

Before you decide to surprise your family with a new pet for the holidays, consider the following: 

• What are the ages of your children? Different pets are appropriate for different ages. 
• Does your family really want a pet? Not all childre...

Garland Earns State Video Awards

The City of Garland earned 15 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors conference in early November in McAllen. 

Garland received awards in 12 categories, including four first-place trophies for the ...

Garland Earns State Parks Awards

The Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department won three awards at the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) North Region Conference Nov. 3 in Irving. The department was honored for excellence in programming and recreation facility desig...

Fire Station No. 6, Hollabaugh Recreation Center Improvements Put in Motion

The new site for Fire Station No. 6 and improvements to Hollabaugh Recreation Center were officially put in motion Thursday, Sept. 29, as Mayor Scott LeMay and the City Council led staff, project leaders and other guests at groundbreaking ceremonies. Watc...

Garland Achieves State and National Awards for Excellence

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations (PMR) team and the Garland Convention & Visitors Bureau, Visit Garland, recently earned national and statewide recognition for excellence.

The National Association of Telecommunicatio...

Connect with Your City - Take Our Survey

The City of Garland strives to provide timely, useful information about City services, programs and resources.

We value your input and understand the importance of making our communications as easy to access as possible.

Complete the Garland Communications ...

Skate City! Garland Opens Texas’ Second-Largest Skatepark

The Boneyard in Garland is open!

The skatepark at Rick Oden Park is the second largest in Texas, boasting 46,000 square feet of skating area. Designed to provide fun, excitement and challenge, The Boneyard welcomes beginner and experienced skaters alike.

Th...

Downtown Construction Update: Main Street Now Open, Parking Available

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 Fift...

Signage Unveiled at Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Building

Former City Attorney Brad Neighbor was honored Monday, Oct. 10, as signage bearing his name was unveiled at the courts facility at 1791 W. Avenue B.

The Garland City Council passed an ordinance to rename the facility as the Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Bu...

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&rsquo...

Garland Welcomes New Assistant City Manager

Phillip “Phil” Urrutia joined the City of Garland as an Assistant City Manager on Oct. 3. Phil has more than 14 years of experience in municipal government including leadership roles in Municipal Court, Purchasing and Fleet. 

M...

Band Together Concert Series

Be sure to join us Downtown every Friday evening through September for one of the best concert series of the summer: Band Together on the Square! 

Downtown Garland has a diverse musical experience that will go great with your carefree summer vibe....

Garland Celebrates Shiloh Road Improvements with Dallas County Partners

City and Dallas County officials celebrated the completion of the Shiloh Road Improvement Project Friday, Aug. 5. But for many motorists and Garland residents, the celebration is daily.

The project went far beyond widening Shiloh Road from four to six lane...

Remember to Observe School Zones

As Garland ISD students return to school Monday, Aug. 8, the City reminds all motorists to observe school zones and stay alert near schools, crosswalks and playgrounds.

Here are a few reminders to keep motorists and pedestrians safe this school year:

• Speed ...

Join our Team! Career Fair Focuses on Opportunities at the City of Garland

Are you looking for a career that makes a difference? Attend the upcoming Citywide Career Fair to learn about available positions with the City of Garland!

Saturday, Sept. 17

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dallas College - Garland Center

675 W. Walnut St.

 No regi...

GHFC Applications Due Friday, Aug. 12

The City will accept applications through Friday, Aug. 12, for a successor to a current Garland Housing Finance Corporation (GHFC) Board of Directors term that ends Aug. 31.

GHFC is a public nonprofit corporation. The programs offered by GHFC are designed ...

Manufacturing Victory: The Arsenal of Democracy Exhibit Comes to Garland

Manufacturing Victory: The Arsenal of Democracy tells the inspiring story of the homefront effort that produced tanks, planes, ships and guns with staggering speed and unparalleled energy during World War II. 

The 1,500-square-foot exhibit include...

Water Conservation Is Important Amid Persistent Drought Conditions

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) thanks the public and its member cities and customers for conserving water while critical maintenance at the Wylie Water Treatment Plan Complex was completed. The latest update from NTMWD is available on it...

Garland Public Health Clinic Offers Back-to-School Vaccinations

With the Garland Independent School District’s Aug. 8 start date around the corner, here’s a reminder that the Garland Public Health Clinic at 206 Carver St. provides low-cost immunizations for infants and children through age 18 and i...

Resources for Summer Heat-Related Needs

For those struggling to cover utility bills, help is available through the City of Garland Customer Assistance Program, a partnership between the City and local service agencies. Funds are administered and distributed to qualified individuals exp...

Kim Nurmi Graduates from Leadership Arts Institute

City of Garland Heritage Crossing Coordinator Kim Nurmi recently graduated from the Leadership Arts Institute.

Through a nine-month course, graduates of Leadership Arts Institute (LAI) gain expertise in nonprofit board best practices, leadership skills and...

Garland Celebrates Juneteenth

On June 19 at Audubon Park, Garland put its own stamp on the celebration of Juneteenth.

The Juneteenth Committee’s vision came to life as dancers, speakers and vendors assembled at the park. Many children played games; a select few were honored a...

City Council District 5 Representative Sworn In

District 5 residents were asked to do double duty at the polls this cycle and, as a result, Margaret Lucht was sworn in June 28 as the newest member of the Garland City Council.

Incumbents Jeff Bass, Deborah Morris and B.J. Williams were all reelected. Tog...

GP&L Electric Rate Adjustment

Due to rapidly increasing natural gas costs, Garland Power & Light is modifying the Recovery Adjustment Factor (RAF) component of its electric rate.

Summer Energy-Saving Tips from GP&L

Follow these tips to save energy and money in the hot summer months:

• Set your thermostat to 78 degrees or higher in the summer. Each degree cooler can increase your energy use by 6% to 8%.
• Clean or replace filters every month. Dirty filters will make your s...

Summer Nutrition Program: Free Meals for Kids and Teens

The City of Garland has proudly supported the Summer Nutrition Program (SNP) for more than 20 years and wants to ensure the youth in the community continue to receive a meal during the summer break.

CitySquare, an advocacy organization that works to fight ...

Garland Earns Statewide Awards for Excellence in Communications

The City of Garland’s award-winning Public & Media Relations Department has added more trophies to its display case. Garland earned the following awards from the Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO):

• Fliers and Posters ...

Paper Shredding Event Saturday, June 25

Join us for a free paper shredding event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at the Residential Recycling Center, 1426 Commerce St.

Shred up to two boxes per customer! Please remove binder clips and other non-paper items. Proof of Garland residency, s...

Select GP&L’s Green Choice Power Plan

Garland Power & Light customers can go green by signing up for Green Choice, a power plan that provides 100% renewable energy from Texas wind and solar resources. 

GP&L’s Green Choice only costs a penny more per kilowatt-hour tha...

Get Ready for Summer with GP&L’s EnergySaver Program

Summer is just around the corner, and Garland Power & Light’s EnergySaver Program could help you save money and energy during those hot months.

EnergySaver offers bill credits for qualifying energy efficiency upgrades, including:

• Central A/C, ...

Mistie Gardner Earns Who’s Who in America’s Neighborhoods Award

Emergency Management Director Mistie Gardner was recently named Who's Who in America's Neighborhoods in the Governmental Category for her efforts and involvement during the COVID-19 crisis as well as during Winter Storm Uri.

The Who&r...

Garland Proudly Hosts Inaugural Juneteenth Event

Garland will proudly host its inaugural Juneteenth event from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at Audubon Park, 550 W. Oates Road.

There will be something for everyone at the family festival, including an opportunity to learn about the historical significance ...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Continues Award Winning Streak

Garland’s Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant recently received the George W. Burke, Jr. Facility Safety Award at the 2022 Texas Water Awards Program ceremony in San Antonio. The award is presented by the Water Environment Federation and recog...

Latest Issue of Garland City Press Now Available

The May/June issue of the Garland City Press is on its way to your mailbox and available online.

Garland Announces New Directors

Laura Dunn was promoted to Capital Project Management Director on Feb. 21, 2022. Since 2005, Dunn has served in a number of roles for the City of Garland. In 2019, she joined the Project Management Office as the Strategic Projects and Capital Portfolio Ma...

May 7 Local Election

The City of Garland will hold a May 7 general election to elect City Council members for Districts 2 and 5. 

Early voting will begin Monday, April 25, and end Tuesday, May 3. Early voting locations and other information will be listed by the Dalla...

Spotlight on Garland

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recently recognized by the City Council for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall That Heals i...

Garland Library Wins Achievement in Excellence Award

For the 20^th consecutive year, Garland’s Nicholson Memorial Library System is a recipient of the Achievement of Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. Of the more than 500 public library systems in the state, on...

Purchasing Team Earns Excellence Award

The City of Garland Purchasing Department has been awarded the prestigious 26th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2021 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. Garland has received this recognition for 23 consecutive years.

Th...

Garland Budget Department Recognized for Excellence

The City of Garland Budget and Research Department has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2021-22 Annual Operating Budget document.

The award represents a significant achievement by the Ci...

Get Your Flu Shot and COVID Booster at Garland Public Health Clinic

The Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver St., is offering flu shots and COVID-19 vaccine and boosters.

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 ch...

New Leadership in Office of the City Attorney

Brian England was recently appointed to the position of City Attorney. He had served in the role on an interim basis following the retirement of former City Attorney Brad Neighbor. Prior, England was the First Assistant City Attorney for three years and D...

City to Celebrate, Redevelop Former Clinic, Residential Site

Before the City of Garland redevelops the property at 1002 Marion Drive, we’re going to meet there at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 24, to celebrate its history. 

The site was developed in the mid-1950s as Garland Clinic & Hospital. It provided surge...

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Make sure you're receiving the latest news and alerts from the City of Garland. Register for emergency alerts via phone, text and email using the Garland Alert System. 

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Garland Purchases Land to Help Meet Community Parks Needs

The Garland Foundation for Development has approved the purchase of 2.18 acres of land near Ridgecrest and Lakemere drives to create public park space to serve and connect the nearby neighborhoods.

The park will also include a portion of what had been the ...

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Earns State's Highest Honor

The City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department received the 2022 Texas Gold Medal Award on Feb. 17. 

The Gold Medal Award is the highest honor given to a City’s park system by the Texas Recreation and Park Society. ...

Animal Shelter Among Five Bond Projects Celebrated at Build Garland Day 2022

Progress was unveiled in swift fashion on Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11, capped by the opening of the Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, the most anticipated project from the City’s record $423.7 million bond election. 

With the ne...

Downtown Businesses Need You Now as Garland Builds its Future

The highly anticipated Downtown Square construction has started and, in about two years, will create a destination like never before. But for now, the businesses in the 500 block of Main Street and Garland's renowned Roach Feed and Seed ...

Come Celebrate Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11

Build Garland Day 2022 will be celebrated in a series of public events from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11.

City officials will cut the ribbon at Gale Fields Recreation Center at 9 a.m. The action will progress to the formal opening of the Dorfman Park p...

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City of Garland Earns Lone Star Regional Emmy® Award

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recognized by the City Council Tuesday, March 1, for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall That Heals is a three-quarter scale repli...

Events at the Nicholson Memorial Library

See what's happening at your local library!

How You Can Prepare for Power Outages

Garland Power & Light has crews available 24/7 to restore power outages as safely and quickly as possible. Here are some things you can do to prepare for an outage.

Garland a Best American City for Dog Lovers

A new study ranks Garland as 11th among "Best American Cities for Dog Lovers." With our new dog park and the grand opening of the animal shelter on the horizon, it's only going to get better.

The study of the 153 largest cities in the United Stat...

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown b...

Garland Has What Draws People to Texas

According to a New York Times opinion piece, “Everyone’s Moving to Texas. Here’s Why.” Garland has the best of the best of what is drawing people to Texas.

The piece connects to an interactive study of 16,847 American cities with a population of more than ...

City Attorney Brad Neighbor Retires After 36 Years of Service

Before Brad Neighbor could leave the City where he built a career around municipal law, the Garland City Council made him even more of a fixture. On Nov. 9, Council renamed the courts facility at 1791 W. Avenue B as the Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Build...

Veteran Presented Keys to Refurbished Home on Veterans Day

Programs that help neighborhoods can also help people. And that made Veterans Day in Garland extra special.

Veteran Nicole Harris was handed the keys to a refurbished home on Creekridge Lane on Nov. 11, with help from Garland’s Community Development Depart...

Senior Activity Center Construction

The Garland Senior Activity Center has closed for renovations as part of the 2019 bond program. While the center is closed, many of the activities and programs will continue at other recreation centers, primarily Gale Fields Recreation Center, 1701 Dairy ...

Turning Trash to Treasure

Downtown Garland Scavenger Hunt

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. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, to get your scavenger hunt clues, lanyard and starting pi...

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.

“We are extremely pleased to bring someone of Crystal's experience, qualifications and character to our Garland team,” said City Manager ...

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland will welcome the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction soon: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Groundbreaking on the construction will take pla...

Growing Garland Development Update

As Garland experiences growth and redevelopment, our development services teams are providing quarterly updates.

COVID-19 - Recovery Resources

The City of Garland and other community partners are facilitating access to recovery programs for Garland residents who have been impacted by COVID-19. Assistance is available for a variety of services.

Audubon Recreation Center Reopening Features $6.1 Million Makeover

The Garland City Council celebrated the completion of renovations at Audubon Recreation Center, 342 W. Oates Road, reopening the facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 5.

Audubon is back. And it’s better than ever.

“This o...

Garland Library Goes Fine Free

Garland library users have cause to celebrate this fall. The library is going fine free! This means beginning Friday, Oct. 1, the library will no longer charge late fees on materials returned after their due dates. 

“We want everyone to ...

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City Celebrates Partnership to Turn Methane Gas into Energy at Hinton Landfill

The City of Garland and Morrow Renewables celebrated their partnership at Hinton Landfill with a ribbon-cutting and open house, marking the official debut of a 20-year deal that will be profitable both from a cash standpoint and for the North Texas enviro...

Fire Department Earns American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award

For the eighth year in a row, the Garland Fire Department has received a Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award from the American Heart Association. This award is for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe ...

Budget Work Session Moves to Zoom

Due to health considerations from the ongoing COVID pandemic, the Garland City Council Budget Work Session that was originally scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, in the Council Chamber at Garland City Hall has been changed to a Zoom-only format. &...

Fight the Bite: Mosquito & West Nile Information

Patty Granville Named 2021 Obelisk Award Honoree

Cultural Arts Director Patty Granville will be honored with the Juror’s Award at the 33rd annual Obelisk Awards presented by Business Council for the Arts Wednesday, Nov. 17, in Dallas.

The Obelisk Award honors businesses, nonprofits and individu...

Utility Customer Service Resumes Non-Pay Disconnects

The Public Utility Commission recently ended the statewide moratorium on all utility non-pay disconnects that has been in effect since Feb. 21. The Customer Service Department will resume normal operations concerning utility disconnects for both electric ...

Conservation Tips to Save Resources and Money

Rising temperatures often mean increased electric use to keep you and your home cool. Follow these tips from Garland Power & Light to help save energy and money this summer:

• Fans are an energy-efficient way to stay cool.
• Set your thermostat to 78 degree...

Neighborhood Parking Enforcement

The Garland City Marshal’s Office issues tickets for parking violations. You can pay your tickets online.

Neighborhood parking problems are the most frequent source of resident complaints to the City. In the past, parking tickets were treated like traffic ...

Full Shutdown of I-635 Planned at Greenville Avenue

Interstate 635 will be closed at Greenville Avenue in Dallas from 8 p.m. Saturday, May 20, to noon Sunday, May 21. Connector ramps from Central Expressway to eastbound I-635 and into Garland will also be closed at those times. 

The work is part of...

Garland Earns Grant Funding to Support Park Improvements

The City of Garland is awarded a $750,000 non-urban outdoor grant to support significant improvements at Watson Park on Lawler Road. Proposed developments include a soccer field, futsal court, resurfaced basketball court, playground, splash pad, refurbish...

Stay Weather Aware

With the possibility of severe weather and flash flooding this week, the City of Garland offers some reminders for staying “weather aware.”

Pay attention to local weather forecasts and register for automated weather alerts by phone, ema...

Temporary Disaster Exemption Available Following Winter Storm

The Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD), in accordance with state law, is offering a temporary disaster exemption following this winter’s devastating storm. This exemption only applies to damage to buildings or structures, not land value. P...

Garland Foodies Recognized with Make Your Mark Award

The Garland Foodies set out in late 2018 to offer a friendly conversation on where to eat. Instead, they found themselves serving up a vital link to help local businesses survive a pandemic.

The group uses social media to share members’ discoveri...

GHFC Donates $50,000 for Winter Storm Relief

The Garland Housing Finance Corporation donated $50,000 for City programs that are helping income-eligible homeowners in Garland recover from the recent winter storm.

The donation was made to the Emergency Home Repair program to assist with home fixes incl...

Contact Environmental Waste Services with Garland eAssist

Garland eAssist is an easy way to submit service requests to Environmental Waste Services (EWS), access information and see other nearby requests in progress. 

Using eAssist or calling 972-205-3500 is the best way to have your EWS issues addressed...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Earns Plant of the Year Award

For the second year in a row and the third time in four years, the Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant will receive a “Plant of the Year” award from the Water Environment Association of Texas.

The award will be presented virtually on ...

Garland to Provide One-Time “Drip Adjustment” to All Residential Customers

The Garland City Council has proposed a one-time residential water bill adjustment to offset the costs related to dripping faucets during the cold weather event. The proposal is scheduled for formal approval during the City Council’s March 16 me...

Interactive Mapping and Easier-to-Read Notifications Simplify Zoning Cases

With interactive mapping and easier-to-read notifications, zoning cases in Garland have become simpler to follow.

Staff has been working with the City Council and Plan Commission to improve the zoning notification process by providing clearer, more informa...

Nicholson Memorial Library System Earns 2020 Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award

For the 19^th consecutive year, the Nicholson Memorial Library System has been awarded the Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. 

Of the 568 public library systems in Texas, only 56 re...

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2021 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Calendar Goes Digital

Reduction and reuse are the most important ways we can all lessen our environmental impact and extend the life of our landfill. For those reasons and more, we are no longer printing copies of the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle calendar.

You can still enjoy the cal...

Garland Names New Assistant City Manager

The City of Garland has named Judson Rex as Assistant City Manager for Planning & Economic Development. He will oversee City departments that participate in planning, economic development and redevelopment activities.

For the past five years, Judson ha...

Emergency Alert Update

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Temporary Parklet Program

Ricky C. McNeal Appointed to Garland City Council

The Garland City Council has appointed Ricky C. McNeal to fill the District 1 seat until the City’s next general election.

McNeal is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University. He formerly served on the City’s bond study committee, chaired its East Garland Ar...

New Agreement Launches Fresh Approach to North Texas Water Rates

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) and its 13 member cities, including the City of Garland, officially launched a fresh approach to how wholesale water costs will be structured going forward. This new method will encourage water conservation...

Protect Your Pipes and Plumbing in Freezing Temperatures

Frequent freezing temperatures are expected this season. 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 yo...

Rental, Mortgage Assistance Available

Two separate rental and mortgage assistance programs are available to assist residents that have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.  Different qualifying criteria apply depending on the program. Visit our Recovery Resources p...

Garland Awarded 2020 Texas Downtown Association President’s Awards

The Texas Downtown Association (TDA) has named Garland’s Made Fresh & Local Concert Series the Best Promotional Digital Campaign of 2020.

PAID Program Lets You Help Neighbors with Utility Bills

Looking for a way to help your neighbors during these challenging times? You can help with their utility bills by contributing to Provide Aid in Dollars (PAID). The option to contribute is available on your utility bill. Funds are distributed through the ...

Get Your Flu Shot at Garland Public Health Clinic

The Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver St., has received its first shipment of vaccine for the 2020-21 flu season.

Garland Names New Assistant City Manager

The City of Garland has named Judson Rex as Assistant City Manager for Planning & Economic Development. He will oversee City departments that participate in planning, economic development and redevelopment activities.

For the past five years, Judson ha...

Garland Is Tops in Texas Among Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Garland is ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 8 in the country on a recently released 2020 list of Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers.

The study from personal finance website SmartAsset compared 185 cities using 12 metrics, including five-year home value app...

COVID-19 - Recovery Resources

The City of Garland and other community partners are facilitating access to a variety of recovery programs for individuals, families and businesses.

Garland Achieves National Awards for Excellence

The City of Garland continues to earn national recognition for excellence in video production and programming. The National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) announced the winners of its 2020 programming awards on Sept. 3.

Gar...

Sidewalk Repair Incentive Program

The City of Garland has upped the incentive for homeowners to fix deteriorating sidewalks.

Garland offers three new reductions to supplement its established 50-50 share of sidewalk reconstruction costs. A property owner who qualifies in all three categorie...

DART Requests Resident Feedback

The DARTzoom: A New Bus Network project will examine the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) bus network in all 13 of the cities that collect sales taxes to fund DART services.

A bus network redesign is a collaborative planning effort to decide where bus line...

Garland Earns Excellent Bond Ratings

The City of Garland and Garland Power & Light (GP&L) have earned positive bond ratings from multiple agencies.

Fitch Ratings has assigned a AAA rating to the City of Garland’s $16.7 million combination tax and revenue certificates of obli...

Garland's Animal Service and Police Departments Team Up to Save Abused Animals

Since January, Garland Animal Services and Garland Police Department have collaborated to ensure individuals are held accountable for cruel treatment of animals. Garland Animal Services has removed approximately 13 animals from cruelty cases, which have l...

City Increases Exemptions for Property Taxes

Certain homeowners in Garland will benefit from additional exemptions on their property taxes beginning in the 2020 tax year.

The Garland City Council approved two exemption increases during their June 16 Regular Meeting. Those who are able to claim a Home...

City Follows State Guidelines in Phased Reopening

Following the guidelines set this week by Gov. Greg Abbott, Garland has reopened the Bridges Course and Lakes Course at Firewheel Golf Park and the Jack Coleman Tennis Center.

At the Bridges clubhouse, the restaurant will remain closed and inside access wi...

DART Collects Comments on Planned Service Changes

Dallas Area Rapid Transit is planning to implement service changes on Monday, Oct. 19. Its planned changes include:

• Adjusted frequencies for seven bus routes and light rail service,
• Restoration of normal weekday bus service levels on 25 routes,
• Discontinuing...

Garland Goodness

In the midst of the worry and concern about COVID-19, some really great things are happening! We’re sharing some of those stories here.

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-through service.

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

Garland City Council Updates Public Meeting Procedures During COVID-19 Response

Due to COVID-19 public gathering restrictions, Garland City Council and Plan Commission meetings will be virtual. These meetings will still be viewable through CGTV and online streaming.

The virtual meeting link will be included in the individual meeting a...

Garland eAssist – Your Shortcut to City Services

Garland eAssist is an easy way for residents to connect with the City to submit service requests and see other nearby requests in progress. The service is available 24/7 via the website portal at GarlandTX.gov or the free mobile app available from the App...

VA North Texas Health Care System Acquires Garland Hospital Facility

The VA North Texas Health Care System has officially taken possession of the former Garland-Baylor, Scott & White hospital located at 2300 Marie Curie Drive. The facility will now be known as Garland VA Medical Center.

In a news release issued April 6,...

Power Out? Text GP&L!

Garland Power & Light customers can report their power outage by text message.

There are two ways to text your outage to GP&L’s dedicated outage text reporting number, 972-205-4000:

• If your cellphone number is already associated with your ...

Public Utility Commission to Review Water Rates

Statement from the Cities of Garland, Mesquite, Plano and Richardson in Response to the Public Utility Commission of Texas’ “Yes” Decision on the Cities’ Water Rate Methodology Review Request

The Cities of Garland, M...

Library to Offer GED and ESL Classes

The City of Garland’s Nicholson Memorial Library System is partnering with Dallas County Community College District to offer GED and ESL (English as a Second Language) classes for adults. Both classes will begin this spring.

We are in the process...

Monitoring Coronavirus

Garland Public Health is working closely with regional, state and federal partners to monitor for coronavirus in north Texas. Check our Disease Information page for updates.

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center Named Winner in 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center is a winner of the 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards. The accolade represents the top wedding professionals in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism, as reviewed by couples on WeddingW...

Garland Welcomes New Animal Services Director

Art Munoz officially joined the City as the Animal Services Director on Monday, Jan. 6. Art has spent the last 15 years with the SPCA of Texas Animal Cruelty Unit managing criminal investigations. As Chief Investigator, he acted as the advocate for abused...

Garland Water Utilities Earns Performance Awards

Garland Water Utilities continues a winning streak by bringing home two national Environmental Achievement Awards from the winter conference of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) in Atlanta, Georgia. 

The City received the NA...

2019 Garland Neighborhood Awards

The Garland Neighborhood Awards are the City’s annual way to spotlight neighbors who make a difference as individuals and, when they combine their efforts, as neighborhoods.

The Oakridge Neighborhood Association, several dedicated volunteers and ...

New Municipal Judges Sworn In

The ceremony for Associate Judge Natalie Banuelos and Presiding Judge John Sholden was a formal welcome by the Garland City Council that conducted interviews and made their appointments. The Honorable David J. Schenck, Fifth District Court of Appeals Just...

34th Annual Kids’ Christmas Shopping Spree

On Sunday, Dec. 8, 104 Garland children were each given $175 to spend on holiday gifts for themselves or other family members at the 34th Annual Kids’ Christmas Shopping Spree, organized by the Garland Fire Fighters Association.

Much of the money...

Water Meter Replacement Project Begins

Garland Water Utilities has begun a multiyear capital improvement project to replace aging water meters throughout the city.

Water customers may see the City’s meter contractor, Compass Metering Solutions, working between streets and sidewalks in...

Garland Storm Recovery Continues

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal disaster loans to Texas businesses and residents affected by the storms that occurred Oct. 20-21. Beginning Monday, Nov. 18, SBA representatives will be available at the Dallas ...

Garland Renters Have One of America's Fastest Routes to Home Ownership

Garland is listed as the second-best city in Texas and ninth-best in the nation for the time it takes renters to save enough money to convert to home ownership.

In an October story, "The Process of Becoming a Homeowner," the Dallas Business Journ...

Garland Animal Services Recognized by Dallas County Health and Human Services

Garland Animal Services was recognized by Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services Philip Huang and Manager of Environmental Health/Mosquito Control Scott Sawlis at the Garland City Council Nov. 5 Regular Meeting.

The animal shelter staff were r...