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Texas First Lady Welcomes Garland Recipients of Governor's Community Achievement Award
Garland was honored with a June 19 reception at the Governor’s Mansion, hosted by Texas first lady Cecilia Abbott and Keep Texas Beautiful Board of Directors.
A proclamation signed by Governor Greg Abbott recognizing Garland’s dedication to environmental and community improvement was proudly received at the reception celebrating the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Community Achievement Award. Learn more.
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Surf & Swim Update
The new Surf & Swim Aquatics Facility construction is expected to start this summer adjacent to Audubon Recreation Center, 342 W. Oates Road.
The new facility (rendering shown here) will have a winding lazy river, a tranquil leisure pool, an aquatic playground, a dedicated children’s pool, three new waterslides and shade structures. The revitalized Surf & Swim will also include a party room for celebrating birthdays and other special events, and a concession stand.
The existing Surf & Swim facility, built in 1984, is closed and will be demolished. Learn more.
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Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant Letters of Intent Due Tuesday, July 23
Attention all neighborhood groups! The deadline for letters of intent to participate in the Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant program is Tuesday, July 23.
Neighborhood groups registered with the Office of Neighborhood Vitality may apply for up to $100,000 in matching funds for neighborhood enhancement projects on public property. Assistance is also available for voluntary neighborhood groups. After submitting a letter of intent, the full applications are due Monday, Sept. 23.
Download program guidelines, forms and more at GarlandNeighborhoods.org.
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Garland Summer Musicals Continues Friday, July 19
Garland Summer Musicals continues its 2024 season with “Crazy for You,” a delightful homage to the beloved, optimistic musicals of the 1930s. In a world of showgirls and cowboys, a city boy and a country girl reconcile their differences, fall in love and save a theater.
Performances will take place Fridays through Sundays, July 19-21 and 26-28, at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
Tickets available at GarlandArts.com.
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1-2-3 STEAM: Gravity at the South Garland Library Saturday, July 20
Introduce your little learner to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, at the South Garland Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd. We will be gravity testers as we explore different activities.
This event is free, and no registration is required. If you have questions, call 972-205-3934.
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Night at the Museum Saturday, July 20
Join us for a fun night out in Downtown Garland on Saturday, July 20!
Check in at the Garland Landmark Museum, 393 N. Sixth St., between 4 and 7 p.m. and play a game of bingo. Then head over to Infinity Arcade, 532 Main St., for a night of FREE, fun video games!
Be sure to also visit Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery, 509 W. State St., for a buy one, get one free drink.
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Explore Downtown and Discover Fun with Your Downtown Passport
Embark on a journey through Downtown Garland! Pick up a free Downtown Garland Passport at the Visitor Center, 501 W. State St.
Present your passport at participating Downtown businesses when you make a purchase to receive a stamp. At the end of the month, turn in your passport to State & Main Merchant at 500 Main St. or the Garland Visitor Center in Downtown on the corner of Fifth and State streets.
Each stamp you collect counts as an entry into a drawing for an in-store/restaurant product from the featured business of the month valued at $100.
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Fire Applications Close Friday, July 19
Applications are currently open and will close Friday, July 19. The next entrance exam will take place Saturday, Aug. 3. Applicants who meet the passing requirements of the written test will be selected to complete a physical agility test the week of Aug. 5-9.
To learn more and apply, visit GarlandTX.gov.
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Summer Energy-Saving Tips from GP&L
Follow these tips to save energy and money in the hot summer months.
- Blow fans directly on you to make the temperature feel up to 4 degrees cooler.
- Set your thermostat to 78 degrees or higher in the summer. Each degree cooler can increase your energy use by 6% to 8%.
- Keep blinds and drapes closed to block out the heat.
- Install solar screens on windows to block out 60% to 70% of sunlight and heat.
- Clean or replace filters for your cooling system every month. Dirty filters will make your system work harder and run longer than necessary.
- Check for cracked caulking or damaged weatherstripping and replace when necessary. Leaks around windows and doors let cool air escape.
Visit gpltexas.org/energytips for more energy-saving ideas.
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Garland Continues Storm Recovery
Three Disaster Recovery Center sites remain open in Dallas County to provide one-on-one help in the wake of the May 28 straight-line wind event.
Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday:
- 3737 Motley Drive, Mesquite
- 1500 International Parkway, Suite 300, Richardson
- 2828 Fish Trap Road, Dallas
The joint Disaster Recovery Center/Disaster Assistance Center at Williams Elementary School, 1821 Oldgate Lane, ceased operations July 12.
The deadline for residents to apply for FEMA assistance has been extended to Aug. 15. In addition to visiting a DRC/DAC, homeowners and renters can apply for help by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov, by downloading the FEMA app for mobile devices or by calling the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages.
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City Council Meetings
July 15 and 16
The Garland City Council Work Session will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, July 15. Regular Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St.
The Council Chamber at Garland City Hall is wheelchair accessible, and ADA parking is available on State Street as well as in the public parking garage behind City Hall. Persons who may need assistive listening devices or interpretation/translation services are asked to contact the City Secretary's Office at 972-205-2404 as soon as possible prior to the meeting so that we may do all we can to provide appropriate arrangements. Garland City Council meetings are livestreamed and available on-demand, as well as broadcast on Spectrum Channel 16, Frontier Channel 44 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99. Closed captioning is available for each in English and Spanish. Agendas are also available prior to the meetings, with minutes posted following approval. View agendas at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.
All upcoming Boards & Commissions meetings can be found on the Public Meetings calendar at GarlandTX.gov.
Proposed I-30 Improvements
Through July 26
Participants can view materials and provide comments on plans for proposed improvements for 12 miles of Interstate 30 between Ferguson Road and Bass Pro Drive. The plans include widening I-30 in the corridor, frontage road construction and accommodations for bicycle and pedestrian traffic. View materials and provide comments on the plans online through July 26 at keepitmovingdallas.com/I30FergusontoBassPro.
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Public & Media Relations
P.O. Box 469002 | Garland, Texas 75046
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