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Apply for 2014 Public Service Opportunities
Applications are available online at cityofcarrollton.com/citysecretary and must be submitted to the City Secretary’s Office (1945 E. Jackson) no later than Thursday, September 11.
07/16/2014 10:00 AM
Carrollton Reports Positive Mosquito Trap; Commences Ground Spraying
Carrollton Animal Services will conduct ground-based spraying in the neighborhood outlined above, weather permitting, today and tomorrow, July 15 and 16, commencing around 10 p.m. until completed. Spraying will not be conducted in the event of wind speeds in excess of 10 mph or inclement weather.
07/15/2014 4:00 PM
Carrollton City Manager Recognized For Outstanding Work
City of Carrollton City Manager Leonard Martin was awarded the 2014 William J. Pitstick Regional Excellence Award from the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) for his work in Texas regional government over the past 14 years.
07/14/2014 8:00 AM
City of Carrollton Wins Three Awards for Marketing
The City of Carrollton Marketing Services department earned three awards, one first place, one second, and one third, from the Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO).
07/14/2014 8:00 AM
Carrollton Crime Rates Drop
CQ Press, a division of SAGE Publications, recently released its Safest Cities Report and Carrollton has again revealed a decrease in crime rates for 2013.
07/10/2014 10:30 AM
Downtown Carrollton Mural Draws Attention
Downtown Carrollton is already a great destination, but Mayor Marchant says he's always looking for ways to improve.
07/08/2014
City Council Selects Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
The Carrollton City Council selected Councilmembers Bob Garza as Mayor Pro Tem and Anthony Wilder as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem at the Tuesday, July 1 Council meeting.
07/03/2014 7:15 AM
Animal Services Hosts Free Kitten Adoption Event
The City of Carrollton Animal Adoption Center will host Kitty Kat Take Home, a free kitten adoption event, Monday, June 30 through Wednesday, July 2. Kittens under four months of age will be available for adoption to a good home at the Animal Adoption Center.
06/30/2014 10:00 AM
How to Operate Your Sprinkler System
Learn the basics about your sprinkler system and how it operates at a free class on Tuesday, July 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Crosby Recreation Center (1610 E Crosby Road). Seating is limited. Register by July 7.
06/25/2014 10:00 AM
Register by July 3 for Science Safari: Sparks are Flying
Ages 8-12 are invited to sign up for Science Safari: Sparks are Flying, to be held Wednesday, July 9 at 2 p.m. at the Hebron and Josey Library.
06/23/2014 3:00 PM
Carrollton Named a Finalist in Bark for Your Park Contest
Carrollton is participating in Pet Safe's Bark for Your Park contest and we need your help to a dog park.Vote twice a day; once on the Bark for Your Park Facebook page and once at barkforyourpark.com. Voting ends July 31.
06/17/2014 7:00 AM
July 4 Closures
Carrollton City Hall, Crosby Recreation Center, Rosemeade Recreation Center, Oak Creek Tennis Center, both libraries, and the Senior Center will be closed on Friday, July 4. Trash and recycling pick-up will be collected as normal on regularly scheduled days; there will be no collection delays for the July 4 holiday.
06/13/2014 11:00 AM
Carrollton Reminds Citizens of Fireworks Ordinance
The Carrollton Fire Department reminds citizens that the possession or discharge of fireworks within the City limits of Carrollton or the town of Hebron is prohibited by City ordinance.
06/13/2014 11:00 AM
Rosemeade Rainforest Pool Pass Holder Party
All 2014 individual and family Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex season pass holders are invited to a special pool party on Friday, June 20 from 7-10 p.m.
06/13/2014 10:00 AM
Hook A Kid on Golf
Hook a Kid on Golf, a program for children ages 8-13, takes place at Indian Creek Golf Course from 8-11 a.m., July 14-18.
06/13/2014 10:00 AM
July 4 Community Fireworks Display
In celebration of Independence Day, the City of Carrollton will host a free 15-minute community fireworks display over Josey Ranch Lake on Friday, July 4.
06/13/2014 10:00 AM
The Incredible Water Journey
Join Lorrie Reeves, City of Carrollton Water Resource Management Specialist, for an interactive game that explains the movement of water through the water cycle.
06/13/2014 9:00 AM
Firefighter Entrance Exam Registration Ends July 10
Registration for the City of Carrollton firefighter entrance exam continues through Thursday, July 10.
06/05/2014
Carrollton Wind Symphony to Perform Season Finale
The Carrollton Wind Symphony will perform the last concert before its summer break on Friday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew United Methodist Church on Plano Parkway.
06/03/2014 7:00 AM
Summer Lunch Program June 9 – August 22
The Texas Department of Agriculture Summer Nutrition Program is offered statewide by local sponsors who operate sites where children up to 18 years old can get meals at no charge. The service is open to all children, regardless of income.
06/02/2014 5:00 PM