Convenience:

Carrollton, an “inner-ring” suburb, is conveniently located 20-minutes from everything, including shipping, restaurants, nightlife, and by rail to downtown Dallas’ Arts and Entertainment districts. In addition, it is convenient and easy to do business with the city, especially from a developer or resident’s perspective.

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Location:

Carrollton is at the geographical and demographic center of the DFW Metroplex. Over the next two decades the City will also become a rail transit hub with rail travel possible in 6 directions. In addition, every location in Carrollton is just minutes away from a major arterial highway and close to DFW International Airport.

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Connections:

Carrollton is connected not only via rail transit and highways, but also connected in that family and friends are rooted here. The City is connected to its past; it is connected to the DFW Metroplex though its location and rail ties; and it is connected to a global community, both through its proximity to DFW Airport and its diverse community.

01/02/2014

City of Carrollton Partnered with Habitat for Humanity; Looking to Grow Momentum

The City of Carrollton’s Environmental Services Community Development Department is looking for businesses, church groups, and individuals who would like to coordinate volunteer home repair projects.

12/17/2013 7:30 PM

Fire Station 8 Dedication & Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Dec. 14

A dedication and grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Saturday, December 14 for Carrollton’s new Fire Station 8.

12/15/2013 7:15 AM

Normal Trash Service Has Resumed

Waste Management has resumed normal trash service, and will be picking up what they can along regular routes. There may be areas where items are frozen into ice, steep slopes or blocked streets where pickup is not possible. Those whose items were unable to be collected last week due to icy conditions will be picked up on the next regularly scheduled collection day.

12/10/2013 6:30 AM

All City Facilities Are Open

All City facilities have resumed normal operations and will open at regularly scheduled times, including libraries, recreation centers, senior center, municipal court and City Hall.

12/06/2013 7:00 PM

Carrollton Presents 2013 Environmental Distinction Awards

On December 3, 2013, City Council presented the Environmental Distinction Award to Ruskin Rooftop Systems, and recognized 11 other companies.

12/06/2013 8:15 AM

City of Carrollton Partnering with Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity

The City of Carrollton’s Environmental Services Community Development Department is proud to announce a new partnership with Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, December 14.

12/05/2013 7:30 PM

Dec. 5 Planning and Zoning Meeting Cancelled

Due to inclement weather, the December 5 Planning and Zoning Meeting has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

12/05/2013 4:00 PM

Sprinklers Cause Unsafe Frozen Streets; May Result in Fines

Businesses and residents need to pay extra attention to their irrigation systems during these chilly winter days when temperatures drop below freezing.

12/05/2013 7:15 AM

Preparing for Winter Weather

As winter weather moves into the area, potential increases for icy roadways and power outages. Click thru for tips on how you can prepare.

12/04/2013 1:00 PM

Verizon Experiencing Sporadic Outages

For the past two days, Verizon has been experiencing sporadic issues with cell phone calls. Calls to cell phones or from cell phones may receive a busy signal or message stating that all circuits are busy. They are working to resolve the issues. This issue was affecting the Carrollton area as well as city phones.

12/04/2013

Carrollton Centennial Time Capsule Event Dec. 7

**A decision has not yet been made as to if this event will be cancelled. Organizers are monitoring the weather situation and will make the call later today.** Celebrate Carrollton's Centennial with a 25-year Time Capsule pre-burial event on Saturday, December 7 at 11 a.m.

11/26/2013 11:15 AM

Registration for Winter/Spring Classes Begins December 2

11/26/2013 11:00 AM

City Hosted Successful “Ask Not…the Dallas County Day of Service” JFK Event

11/26/2013 10:00 AM

Carrollton Ranked #1 in Economic Development

The Dallas Business Journal just ranked City of Carrollton as the Number 1 Largest North Texas Economic Development Agency based on the dollar value of deals in 2012. Carrollton tops the list with 112 deals valuing $356,721,000.

11/26/2013 7:00 AM

Brookhaven Bell Choir – Dec. 8

Take a break from holiday shopping and visit the Josey Ranch Lake Library on Sunday, December 8

11/22/2013 9:00 AM

New Leisure Connections Now Available

Carrollton’s Leisure Connections Magazine Available Online Now; Hard Copy Nov. 25

11/22/2013 8:00 AM

Preventing the Holiday Blues

Holidays can be both a joyful and stressful time as this time of giving can come with a high price tag. The Carrollton PD wants each citizen to protect themselves and their family from the stress and depression that can easily overtake a person.

11/07/2013 7:15 AM