UPDATE: Rowlett Police Department reports missing person found
Ronald Williams was reported missing by relatives on Friday after he did not return home from Richland College.
Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009
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Rowlett hosts meeting about progress of Bush Turnpike Eastern Extension
Presentations from NTTA and Rowlett Public Works.
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
Rowlett executes reorganization and RIF of two management employees
Two positions cut are Director of Development Services and Recreation Operations Supervisor at the Wet Zone Water Park.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Rowlett launches economic stimulus program
Basically it boils down to "shop in Rowlett" but hey, it's more than other cities are doing.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Rowlett spending big dough to try to win national award
Rowlett is spending $25,000 to try and be named an All America City.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
City of Rowlett warns residents of 2010 Census activity
The first step: address verification.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Rowlett to break ground on DART Blue Line extension from Garland to Rowlett on Thursday April 9
Commemorative gold-plated, engraved railroad spikes will be on sale at the event for $10 to raise funds for the purchase of a special tree.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Rowlett named 2009 All-America City Award finalist
The city did an awesome job on its triple backflip.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Latest session of Rowlett Citizen’s Police Academy to begin on April 16
The Police Department has developed this academy for citizens, business leaders, and members of local civic and government organizations within our city.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Rowlett to hold special election in May for vote on smoking ordinance
Special election will cost the city approximately $12,000.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Rowlett residents want to stamp out smoking ban
A group is collecting signatures to put the issue to a vote.
Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009
Rowlett launches live 24/7 streaming broadcast of city’s cable access channel
Citizens who do not subscribe to cable TV may watch Rowlett TV Network (RTN16), the City’s cable access channel, 24 hours a day.
Friday, Feb. 13, 2009
Rowlett one of 22 cities in Texas to get an upgrade in its bond ratings
A bond upgrade allows a city to save on interest costs.
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009
Rowlett Fire Rescue honors 12 graduates of Citizen’s Fire Academy
Culmination of seven weeks where ordinary citizens gathered once a week to learn fire and rescue techniques.
Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009
Rowlett approves stricter smoking ban
After much public input and weeks of discussion, the Council voted 4-3.
Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009
Rowlett improves traffic signalization on Rowlett Road so that drivers don’t have to stop
Allowing drivers to go from Point A to Point B without stops at every intersection.
Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009
Blue Line Rail contract approved for extension from Garland to Rowlett
The $188 million project is scheduled for completion in December 2012.
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009
Rowlett announces Waterfront Entertainment District Development
This development will put Rowlett on the map as the perfect destination location for living, working, and entertaining, says the mayor.
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009
Historic Coyle House in Rowlett to be moved January 19
NTTA contractors to move house to Pecan Grove Park.
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009
Rowlett to discuss smoking ordinance at January 20 meeting with possible vote in February
Several spoke at a public hearing, but the city received 53 emails in favor of the stricter ordinance.
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009
City of Rowlett to consider smoking ban
The City sent notices to more than 15 local food establishments encouraging them to voice their opinions and concerns.
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009
Downtown Association of Rowlett donates plaque for park
This is one of those inscribed tablet kinds of things, not the residue from their teeth.
Monday, Dec. 22, 2008
Rowlett announces employees of the year at holiday luncheon
Employees also honored George Harris, Fire Chief, for his dedicated service as Interim City Manager since May of this year.
Friday, Dec. 19, 2008
Wet Zone Family Water Park in Rowlett has new manager and offers “Early Bird” registration package
Visiting an outdoor water park may not be on anyone’s holiday activity list right now, but the City of Rowlett is already getting ready for the hot weather to return.
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008
UPDATED: Lynda Humble is sole finalist to become next city manager of Rowlett
She impressed the Council with her style that could best be described as simultaneously decisive, and yet inclusive.
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008
Rowlett honored veterans with ceremony in Veterans’ Park on Tuesday
Tuesday being Veteran's Day. Veterans, get it?
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
Rowlett adopts 2008-2009 city budget of $81.6 million with no tax increase
The city staff came up with a workable plan for the budget without raising taxes or making major cuts in service.
Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008
Rowlett increasing garbage collection fees
Garbage collection will increase on an average of $.66 more per month per garbage container.
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008
Rowlett offers “Citizens’ Fire Academy” for inside peek into fire department
You’ll even get to "ride out" on emergency calls with firefighters.
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008
Rowlett had a brush fire on Tuesday afternoon
Rowlett firefighters were able to completely contain it, and there were no reports of injury.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Rowlett handing out grants to beautify neighborhoods
Neighborhood associations and groups can get $500 to spruce up their gateways.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Rowlett City Manager leaves for position in Missouri
He played a major part in the Bush Turnpike Extension and the DART Blue Line extension.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
City of Rowlett accepting applications for Boards and Commissions
Deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, June 2, 2008.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Rowlett releases latest episode of monthly talk show, Rowlett on the Move
Jessica Simpson stopped by to promote her latest album. KIDDING.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
2008 Rowlett election results
Voters rejected the adoption of civil service rules for police and fire departments.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Rowlett appoints new fire chief
And the winner is: Deputy City Manager George Harris.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Rowlett hosting family movie nights in May and June
Family-friendly movie favorites will entertain all members of the family. They're all rated PG. Did we mention? FAMILY.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Two Rowlett Parks & Recreation staff members receive awards
The Rowlett Parks and Recreation Department also received an award for increasing participation in athletic leagues and programs.
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Rowlett Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program celebrates fifth anniversary with banquet and volunteer appreciation night on May 3
Volunteers are the organization's lifeblood.
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Rowlett will mow less this summer to save money and environment
Hopefully Rowlett residents will not be freaked out if their median strips look a bit shaggy.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
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