Community Pulse

Garland, TX – The following information has been provided by Vote Yes Garland. What Voters Need to Know On November 3, 2026, Garland voters will decide whether to approve a City Council proposal known as “Swap and Drop,” which would provide approxima...

Sep 10, 2026

RSU by PriceLabsshort-term rental regulation

Short Term Rental Regulations: Rowlett, Poland, Perth Fine

Short Term Rental Regulations: Rowlett, Poland, Perth Fine RSU by PriceLabs

Sep 9, 2026

WFAAAI policy and government transparency

Rowlett reviews AI policy after publishing edited animal shelter photos

Rowlett reviews AI policy after publishing edited animal shelter photos WFAA

Aug 17, 2026

Dallas Expresssafe haven baby box

First Safe Haven Baby Box Opens In Dallas County At Rowlett Fire Station

First Safe Haven Baby Box Opens In Dallas County At Rowlett Fire Station Dallas Express

Jul 27, 2026

WFAAsafe haven baby box installation

Rowlett installs Dallas County's first Safe Haven Baby Box at fire station

Rowlett installs Dallas County's first Safe Haven Baby Box at fire station WFAA

Jul 21, 2026

WFAAState of the City address

"Rowlett, we heard you." Mayor highlights growth, investment during 2026 State of the City address

"Rowlett, we heard you." Mayor highlights growth, investment during 2026 State of the City address WFAA

Jul 8, 2026

WFAAroad construction

The City of Rowlett Cuts Ribbon on Miller Rd. Bridge

The City of Rowlett Cuts Ribbon on Miller Rd. Bridge WFAA

Jun 25, 2026

Garland Gazettecitizen engagement

Frustrated with the City of Garland?

Rather than sit around being frustrated, posting away on social media and feeling good about it, why not take action? It’s not as hard as you think! Garland, TX — Is that dog running loose around your neighborhood again? Neighbors repeatedly leaving ...

Jun 15, 2026

Community Pulse

Herfurth Park Hockey Rink Upgrades

Zoning & land use

Development & housing

Business & jobs

Herfurth Park Design and Budget

Proposed Animal Shelter Location

Code Compliance and Permitting

Shed Compliance

Paddle Point Park

Coil House

Animal Shelter Location

Infrastructure, Traffic, and Street Maintenance

Animal Shelter Sound Study

Screening Wall and Property Taxes

Animal Shelter Relocation

Permitting and Inspection Integrity

Economic Development and Commercial Growth

ETC Institute Citizen Survey Results

Lake Bend Screening Wall and Budget

Animal Shelter and Park Police

City finances, park funding, and infrastructure

Screening wall and Coyle House

City accountability and project tracking

Tattoo parlor application

Paddle Point Park Safety

Building permit and inspection records

Tattoo Parlor SUP

Building permit and code compliance

Herfurth Park safety

Property dispute and police investigation

Tattoo parlor re-vote

Screening wall easements

75th Anniversary Task Force Appointments

Infrastructure

Public Safety

Herfurth Park

Sapphire Bay

Lake Bend Estates Screening Wall

Budget/Transparency

Chamber of Commerce Funding

Animal Shelter and Herfurth Park

Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY2027) Proposed Budget.

Discussion of next steps for Herfurth Park, Animal Shelter, Public Safety Building, and City Hall.

Sapphire Bay Boat Ramp Safety

Downtown Strategic Plan & Parks

Downtown Strategic Plan

Pedestrian Safety & Recreation

Boat Ramp Safety at Sapphire Bay

Coyle House Preservation

Downtown Public Safety

In the News

Rowlett proposes soccer complex at Pecan Grove Park

Craig International wins $200M Rowlett Station redevelopment

Rowlett declares developer in default of project agreement

Winter Storm Warning issued for Dallas-Fort Worth region

Letter to the Editor: Garland’s Tax Rate Election Decision