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Carrollton Animal Services Declared Substantially Competitive
The City of Carrollton Animal Services Division of the Environmental Services Department has been declared substantially competitive, a distinction given to city departments that deliver high quality services at the lowest cost to Carrollton residents.
02/19/2015
WalletHub Names Carrollton Most Economically Diverse City
The City of Carrollton has earned the number 1 spot on WalletHub’s 2015 list of Cities with the Most Economic Class Diversity.
02/19/2015
Rain or Shine: Free Pet Registration and $5 Rabies Vaccination Event
An additional vet crew has been added to vaccinate more pets quickly. $5 rabies vaccinations will be available, as well as free pet registration for Carrollton residents,free hot dogs, pretzels, drinks, face painting, a bounce house, and wildlife information. The event will run from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., but rabies vaccinations will only be available from 10 a.m.- noon.
02/18/2015 7:00 AM
Local Architectural and Consultant Firm Spearheads Denton County Government Center
Work began on the expansion and renovation of the Denton County Government Center in Carrollton–Sandy Jacobs Annex, allowing the facility to expedite and enhance customer service and offer a fresh, inviting atmosphere.
02/09/2015 7:00 AM
City of Carrollton Sponsors Manufacturing Luncheon at Metrocrest Chamber
Director of the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center, Mark Sessumes, will speak about The State of Manufacturing in Texas, and a number of Carrollton’s leading manufacturers will be attending.
02/04/2015 7:00 AM
Family Fun Night February 9
Visit Josey Ranch Lake Library (1700 Keller Springs Road) for Second Monday Family Fun Night on Monday, February 9 from 7-8:30 p.m. for a night of free, fun games and crafts for families.
02/04/2015 7:00 AM
Carrollton’s Transparency Practices Earn Top Grades
The Dallas Morning News issued the results of a transparency study among several North Texas agencies last week and Carrollton earned glowing As across the board.
01/29/2015
Protect Your Child from Sexual Abuse: COMMUNICATE. LISTEN. BELIEVE.
Protect Your Child from Sexual Abuse: COMMUNICATE. LISTEN. BELIEVE. Child safety is our responsibility as adults, not a burden that children should shoulder by themselves.
01/28/2015 11:00 AM
Cane Rosso Restaurant Opening in Downtown Carrollton
The City of Carrollton is excited to announce that Cane Rosso, a critically acclaimed local restaurant that has been featured on The Food Network's “Diners, Drive Ins and Dives,” will be opening in Downtown Carrollton this summer in a historic building dating to 1954, located at 1301 Broadway.
01/22/2015 6:00 AM
Carrollton Contracted Employee Wins 2014 Award
The City of Carrollton’s fleet service provider, Centerra Integrated Services, recently awarded the 2014 Employee of the Year honor to Anthony Jasso for his work as a Parts and Service Coordinator here in Carrollton, a position that oversees more than 500 fleet units.
01/15/2015
City Marshals to Begin Taking Payment for Warrants
The City of Carrollton Municipal Courts has issued a notice that anyone stopped by a City Marshal for suspicion of a traffic violation or for having an outstanding arrest warrant, will, at the officer’s discretion, be given the option to pay the fines associated with that warrant.
01/09/2015
City of Carrollton Earns a Crowning Achievement
American City & County Magazine recently honored the City of Carrollton with a Crown Community Award in the Overall Overhaul category.
01/08/2015 5:00 PM
Crime Falls Again in Carrollton
Carrollton lived up to its reputation as one of the “Safest Cities in Texas” in 2014, with overall major crimes down 9.5% from the year prior.
01/08/2015
Be Earthquake Prepared Carrollton
While the likelihood of a powerful and damaging earthquake affecting the Carrollton area is low, it is important for our citizens to be informed and prepared.
01/07/2015 2:00 PM
Water Heater Installation or Replacement Requirements
When installing new or replacing old water heaters, a permit, an inspection, and an expansion tank are required and must comply with the requirements of the International Plumbing and Residential Codes.
01/07/2015 7:00 AM
City of Carrollton Holiday Closures
Both Library locations, Rosemeade and Crosby Recreation Centers, Oak Creek Tennis Center, and the Senior Center will close early at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31. These facilities and City Hall will be closed Thursday, January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.
12/22/2014 7:00 AM
Want Help? Need Help? Metrocrest Services is Here for You
Metrocrest Services provides emergency assistance with rent, utilities, food and other services to families in Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Coppell, Addison and zip code 75287 who are experiencing financial crisis.
12/18/2014 7:00 PM
Help Our Four-legged Friends this Christmas
Support Carrollton’s Animal Services this holiday season! Donate $10 or more and receive a free plush puppy to cuddle or give away as a holiday gift.
12/18/2014 7:00 AM
The Carrollton Public Library Will Send You Reading Suggestions
Kids, tweens, teens, and adults can enjoy the convenience of Carrollton’s free NextReads service. Subscribe online, and receive reading lists right to your inbox that include suggestions of recently released titles as well as recommendations of older books grouped by theme or author and includes links directly to the Library’s catalog.
12/17/2014 7:00 AM
Bonus Episodes of Carrollton’s Centennial Video Series Now Available
The City of Carrollton released a compilation of one-on-one interviews with Carrollton residents, relatives of local historical figures, and high-profile community members last year as part of the City’s Centennial celebration. And now, more chapters have been released for Carrollton history buffs to enjoy.
12/11/2014