Rowlett increasing garbage collection fees
Garbage collection will increase on an average of $.66 more per month per garbage container.
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008
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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
Rowlett citizens encouraged to attend Charter Review Committee meetings on March 31 and April 14
The Commission members are seeking input and comments on the City Charter.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Wet Zone waterpark in Rowlett opens for 2008 season on May 17
There's a new attraction called Water Wars and some specials that celebrate the facility's 8th season.
Friday, March 21, 2008
City of Rowlett violates city charter to save some money
The mayor and council willingly allowed a city council seat to remain vacant for six months.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Traffic switch on Rowlett Road just south of SH 66
Northbound motorists are advised to expect delays.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Rowlett announces “Severe Weather Week” poster contest winners
Rowlett childrens competed in a contest to send visual messages about severe weather awareness.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
New episode of Rowlett on the Move now on cable TV and DVD
You can also screen DVDs of the City Council's work sessions and regular council meetings!
Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008
Rowlett fire chief retires
Larry Wright calls it quits after nine years on the job.
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008
Rowlett offers 2008 Citizens’ Fire Academy class
Get an insider’s view of the Rowlett Fire Rescue Department.
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008
Flagpole dedication for Congressman Sam Johnson in Rowlett on Saturday Feb. 16
A special plaque will be unveiled at the foot of the American Flag Pole commemorating Congressman Johnson’s service to this country and the citizens of Rowlett.
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008
Rowlett to participate in LEEDS program for municipal buildings
The city adopted a Residential Green Building Program that has, as a component, the EnergyStarTM program, in an effort to improve the environment, conserve energy, and set an example for the community.
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008
Rowlett to host Town Hall Meeting Thursday, February 7
The meeting is designed to be an informal setting with members of the City Council allowing citizens to freely and informally speak to them about what’s going on in the City of Rowlett.
Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008
Rowlett to take DART chair Lynn Flint Shaw on walking tour of DART site
Making sure DART rues the day it ever considered screwing around with Rowlett's piece of the DART Rail pie.
Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008
Rowlett seeking volunteers for Boards & Commissions
Hey Rowlettians, here's your opportunity to get involved, yay, go for it.
Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008
Rowlett holding special meeting today to discuss this DART funding brouhaha
Hoo boy, DART, you are in t-r-o-u-b-l-e now.
Monday, Dec. 17, 2007
Rowlett welcomes host of new businesses
Rowlett's Economic Development Advisory Board, along with city staff, are making economic development a top priority.
Friday, Dec. 14, 2007
Terry Hauck proclaimed “2007 Volunteer of the Year” by city of Rowlett
The award was presented by Mayor John Harper and City Manager Craig Owens at Rowlett's annual Boards and Commissions recognition banquet.
Friday, Dec. 14, 2007
DART officials reassure Rowlett that the 2012 rail line will remain on schedule
Despite a projected $900 million shortfall in funding for future light rail extensions.
Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007
Rowlett to hold annual tree lighting ceremony downtown on Monday November 26
There'll be school choirs, mayoral speeches, city council appearances, and the arrival of Santa.
Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007
Rowlett hosts first Regional Transportation Summit
Approximately 100 people attended the event to hear guest speakers from an array of transportation agencies.
Friday, Nov. 23, 2007
City of Rowlett awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Oh Rowlett, you go with your excellence in governmental accounting and financial reporting! High-five at ya!
Friday, Oct. 26, 2007
Rowlett’s director of Parks and Recreation headed to Sugar Land
Jim Browne was with Rowletet for three years; he begins his new position in November.
Monday, Oct. 1, 2007
City of Rowlett adopts 2008 FY budget
Rowlett's property tax rate remains unchanged for the third consecutive year, with no increases in water, sewer, or refuse fees.
Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007
Rowlett city manager submits revised budget proposal; public hearing on Tuesday
This is a reallocation plan more than it is a reduction plan.
Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2007
Rowlett election results
Five slots were decided in Rowlett's elections Saturday, including mayor.
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Pegasus News Election Survey: John Harper, candidate for Rowlett mayor
Here at Pegasus News, we sent a short questionnaire out to every candidate running for public office in the greater-DFW area. John Harper, who is running for mayor of Rowlett, recently sent back his answers to the questionnaire.
Friday, April 6, 2007
Note to Rowlett City Council: crematorium mercury emissions really aren’t so bad
. . .although burning baby boomers pose greatest potential risk.
Now, your REAL problem comes from those coal-fired power plants.
Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
Rowlett mayor declines to seek reelection
Three-time mayor decides not to seek a fourth term
Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006
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