City Joins EPA In Promoting Second Annual Fix A Leak Week

The City of Carrollton has joined the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as it declares March 15 to 21 as the second annual WaterSense “Fix a Leak Week” to remind Americans to check household plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems for leaks.

03/05/2010

Summary of March 2 City Council Meeting

Items covered in the March 2 worksession include a proposal for a water and sewer line insurance program and plans to develop a new Parks master plan. The regular City Council meeting included two public hearings on proposed development issues.

03/03/2010

Return Your Census Questionnaire In March & Help Earn $$$ For Carrollton

Help earn federal funding for Carrollton! Census data is used by the federal government to allocate more than $300 billion to states and communities. This government funding is used for roads, schools, social service programs and more. Take ten: ten minutes to answer ten questions, and help Carrollton receive its fair share of funding.

02/24/2010 12:15 PM

Vote TODAY in Primary Election

Vote today in the Democratic and Republican Primary Election. Click headline above for voting locations.

02/24/2010

Sponsors Sought for Carrollton Festival at the Switchyard

Be a part of the Metroplex’s newest family-oriented event when the City of Carrollton’s Festival at the Switchyard makes its debut this fall, October 22-23.

02/22/2010

Summary of February 16 City Council Meeting

The City Council Worksession included discussions regarding furlough days for City employees, a briefing on the implementation of the Hotel Ordinance, and a briefing on the Downtown Carrollton Catalyst Development Site.

02/17/2010

Carrollton Centennial Quilt On Display

View the Carrollton Centennial Quilt on display at the Josey Ranch Library (1700 Keller Springs Road) March 1-April 19.

02/17/2010

Send In Your Snow Pics!

Want to see your snow pics posted on the City website? Send them to photos@cityofcarrollton.com. Photos will be accepted through the end of the week. The photo shown here was submitted by Angie and Richard in Carrollton Heights.

02/16/2010 12:15 AM

African American Read-In

Bring the whole family to the Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, and celebrate Black History Month with the African American Read-In, Sunday Feb. 21 at 4 p.m.

02/16/2010

Summary of February 2 City Council Meeting

02/03/2010

Revised City Codes Affect Residents, Property Owners

Recent revisions to the City property maintenance codes went into effect January 1, 2010. Carrollton property owners and residents should know how these changes affect them. A partial list of the revisions is included here.

02/02/2010

Remodeling the Right Way...

Part of successfully completing a remodel or renovation project includes having proper City permits (if necessary) and proper disposal of construction waste.

02/02/2010

NTTA Repairs Turnpike Buckled Pavement

Expect delays on westbound President George Bush Turnpike during peak traffic hours. NTTA has the right lane closed, but is working to resolve the situation

02/02/2010

Census Bureau Jobs Available

Throughout February, the Census Bureau will be hiring 1500 people at its North Dallas office. Apply now for a flexible, well-paid position.

02/01/2010

RecycleBank Point Donations to Local Charities Temporarily Unavailable

Citizens who desire to donate RecycleBank points to local nonprofit organizations, such as Animal Services, will be temporarily unable to do so. During this service gap, citizens may wish to delay point redemption until RecycleBank has found a service solution.

01/26/2010

Summary of January 19, 2010 City Council Meeting

01/20/2010 12:15 PM

Lawn Care 101

Carrollton residents invited to attend a free lawn care seminar hosted by the City of Dallas from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday, January 30 at the Richland College Performance Hall.

01/14/2010

City Forms International Partnership with Guri City, Korea

On January 12, the City of Carrollton welcomed a special eight-member delegation from Guri City, Korea to formalize an International Partnership between the two cities. See story for photos and details.

01/13/2010

Summary of January 5 City Council Meeting

01/06/2010

Avoid Home Damage from Frozen Pipes

Follow these tips from the Texas Department of Insurance on what to do before freezing temperatures, if your pipes freeze and if you have a loss.

01/05/2010