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Garland Announces Another Vaccine Distribution for Jan. 28

Garland Public Health has another shipment of 1,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine and will administer those on Thursday, Jan. 28, at Homer B. Johnson Stadium to persons atop its wait list. The event will utilize the same drive-thru format as last week&rsq...

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...

District 4 Virtual Town Hall Thursday, Feb. 4

District 4 Council Member B.J. Williams would like to hear from you! Come join Council Member Williams for a virtual town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4. After registering in advance at the link provided, you will receive a confirmation email ...

Emergency Alert Update

The City of Garland is changing its emergency notification system from CodeRED to the Garland Alert System.

Temporary Parklet Program

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

Voters to Decide on Walnut Creek Library Site Proposal

After approving a $10.9 million relocation and expansion of the Walnut Creek Branch Library, voters on Nov. 3 will decide whether that library will be built at Hollabaugh Park.

A key element in the City’s May 2019 bond election, a new Walnut Cree...

Emergency Alert Update

The City of Garland is changing its emergency notification system from CodeRED to the Garland Alert System.

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 ...

Election Day Is Nov. 3

The Presidential, Congressional and the City General Election will be held Nov. 3, 2020.

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...

Site Revealed for New Fire Station No. 6

The City of Garland is excited to announce the future home of the new Fire Station 6! The station will be located on State Highway 190 near the intersection of Campbell Road.

The station is the first of three stations which will be replaced as part of the ...

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'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...

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.

Work Continues on $1.7 Billion 635 East Project

A full freeway shutdown is planned as part of the $1.7 billion 635 East project, to widen and improve Interstate 635 over the 11 miles between Central Expressway and Interstate 30.

I-30 will be closed in both directions at Galloway Avenue from 8 p.m. Satur...

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...

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.

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 City Council Postpones May 2 Election

The Garland City Council postponed the City’s general election six months to Nov. 3 to keep voters from gathering during a time of concern over the spread of COVID-19.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott authorized those holding May 2 elections to postpone th...

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...

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 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,...

Lawn Care Assistance Available

The City of Garland Code Compliance Department is taking applications for the Lawn Care Assistance Program. This program will provide summer mowing for seniors (60 years of age and older) and disabled Garland homeowners who are physically and/or financial...

Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway - UPDATE

Thank you for your interest in the Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway. However, due to the outstanding response to the giveaway, all trees have been claimed. Registration is now closed. 

 As it grows, trees help conserve energy at your home an...

Beat the Heat with Summer Tips from GP&L

• 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 system work harder and run longer than necessary.
• Fans are an energy-e...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

2019 Bond in Motion as Light Poles Pulled at Winters Park

The $3.2 million project will provide modern lighting to fields used by the City's largest youth sports league, the Garland Soccer Association.

As soon as the Garland Soccer Association passed out trophies and put the wraps on its season, crews arrived at ...

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 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...

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...

Trails and Bikeways Master Plan Survey

The City needs you to take an online survey to help develop the plan for Garland’s future trails and bikeways.

We want to know your priorities for cycling, walking and using trails in Garland to help us establish goals and objectives for the Trails and Bik...

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...

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