 TOP STORIES FOR NOVEMBER 05, 2021
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November Mayor's SpotlightThe November Mayor’s Spotlight is now available at Rowlett.com/MayorsSpotlight. This month, Mayor Dana-Bashian provides an update regarding some exciting streets projects that are about to break ground and shares information about the I-30 expansion currently underway. Major improvements continue throughout our City!
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Annual City Council Staff Appreciation LuncheonEvery November, our City Council gets together and serves lunch to City employees to show their appreciation for the amazing service provided to the Rowlett community on a daily basis. And we sure do enjoy it, YUM! |
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#MyRowlett #BetterTogether
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City Council Recognizes Municipal Courts WeekThis week is Municipal Court Week, a time to recognize the important role that local courts and their personnel play in the criminal justice system and the larger community. Recognized by Proclamation at Tuesday night's City Council Meeting, the City of Rowlett would like to salute the dedicated municipal judges, court clerks, court administrators, prosecutors, bailiffs, and warrant officers who serve OUR community!
l to r: Mayor Pro Tem Matt Grubisich, City Marshal Brian Griffeth, Councilmember Blake Margolis, Chief Judge Pamela Liston, Councilmember Martha Brown, Deputy City Marshal Jarrett Ehlinger, Associate Judge Chris Kilgore
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Light the World in Teal DayThis week, the City of Rowlett and the Rowlett Senior Advisory Board participated in Light the World in Teal Day today, with teal lighting illuminating the downtown water tower. Part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, on November 4 people and places around the world “go teal” to show support for the millions affected by Alzheimer’s
The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports as many as 5.8 million Americans are affected with Alzheimer’s, a devastating disease that affects the cells of the brain and is the most common cause of severe intellectual impairment in older individuals. |
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 Back row l to r: Senior Advisory Board members Susan Bell, Cheryl Smith, Dianna Lieberenz, Kenneth Williams, Alberta Reese, Virginia Denson, Elizabeth Crider of Iris Memory Care, Councilmember Pam Bell
Front row: Rowlett Parks and Recreation Director Aaron Cleaver
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Veterans Day CeremonyThursday, November 11
11:00AM
Join us at Veterans Park (3900 Main St.) as we honor our local veterans. Show your support and appreciation to those who have made so very many sacrifices for our freedom!
**Ceremony will be held inside the RCC in the event of inclement weather** |
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Regular Meeting: November 16; December 7 and 14 (due to holidays) Meetings usually start at 5:30 pm. Agendas are available on Fridays prior to meeting date.
Special Meeting: November 18 @ 6pm - Special Executive Session -----------------Other Board and Commission Meetings:
**CHECK THE WEBSITE CALENDAR FOR MEETING DATES & TIMES
Watch on Rowlett’s Cable Channel RTN16 or online |
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Barks Brews and BratsGrab your furry BFF and head out to Scentral Bark Dog Park (in Herfurth Park, 4601 Centennial Dr.) from 6-9pm on Saturday, November 7 for a fun evening of live music, playful pups, cold brews, and food trucks. Be sure to bring lawn chairs and your dog’s leash (for when your dog is not in Big Bark or Small Bark). |
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Final Week
Taste of Fall Farmers MarketLast chance to shop for all the goodies! Come on down to the Village of Rowlett Downtown from 6-9pm on Thursday, November 11 for the final 2021 Taste of Fall Farmers Market. |
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More Hometown Community Events! We are excited to bring you these hometown events over the next couple of months. As this year winds down we hope you have a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends, and make some of these fun events part of your memories. Save these dates and remember ... there's something for everyone!Night Hike - Saturday, November 13 starting at 7pm. Meet in front of the Rowlett Community Centre to hike the trail at Pecan Grove Park. Bring a flashlight! Yard of the Season - Nominations close on November 21 Decorate Downtown - Create a tree to decorate downtown! You must provide your own tree, decorate it and bring it downtown for submission (call 972.412.6151 when ready to submit your tree) Submission period: November 29 thru December 3 by 5pm. See our synchronized dancing light show the entire month of December! Main Street Fest/Holiday Parade - Saturday, December 4 from 5 to 9pm vendors will line Main Street and there will be Christmas music performances along with the Holiday Parade featuring light up floats, kid's areas and much more! We know this will put you in the holiday spirit. 12 Days of Christmas - More information coming soon!
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Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission
Arts in Education GrantsThese grants provide opportunities for students to view, participate in and understand the creative and performing arts. Grants are available to public and private schools in Rowlett.
Get more information and apply for grants here...
Deadline to apply is January 14.
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Fall Back this weekend!Daylight Savings comes to an end this weekend, don't forget to "fall back". Turn your clocks back one hour at 2am on Sunday, November 7 (translation: Saturday night before you go to bed).
And while you’re at it, the Rowlett Fire Department would like to remind you to change the batteries in your smoke alarm! |
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TxDOT I-30 Traffic AdvisoryStarting Thursday, November 11 the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will close lanes on the westbound I-30 Lake Ray Hubbard bridge from Dalrock Road to Bass Pro Drive. The closures, which are expected to continue for five weeks, will provide room for crews to start expanding the I-30 bridge and eventually connect to a new frontage road bridge under construction.
Drivers can expect daily one-lane closures from 9am to 3:30pm, and nightly two-lane closures as needed from 7pm to 5am.
This work is part of the $142 million project to build new frontage road bridges across the lake from Bass Pro to Dalrock, and rebuild the Dalrock interchange.
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Stay up-to-date with all activities at the Rowlett Community Centre by liking and following their Facebook page: City of Rowlett Parks and Recreation | Facebook
There's something for everyone from going to the Arboretum to basketball and volleyball! Check it out or call 92.412.6170 for information.
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The Rowlett Police department wants you to know where crime is occurring in your city and neighborhoods. Click on the links for the latest crime report or to report a crime.
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Your one-stop-shop for assistance.Call 972.412.6100 for in-person help ---Click here to submit a request or question.
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