Skate City! Garland Opens Texas’ Second-Largest Skatepark

The Boneyard in Garland is open!

The skatepark at Rick Oden Park is the second largest in Texas, boasting 46,000 square feet of skating area. Designed to provide fun, excitement and challenge, The Boneyard welcomes beginner and experienced skaters alike.

Th...

Downtown Construction Update: Main Street Now Open, Parking Available

The infrastructure work of Phase 2 of Downtown construction continues. Fifth Street between Main and State streets remains closed. The intersection at Fifth and State streets is expected to reopen in early November.

The segment of State Street between Fift...

Fire Station No. 6, Hollabaugh Recreation Center Improvements Put in Motion

The new site for Fire Station No. 6 and improvements to Hollabaugh Recreation Center were officially put in motion Thursday, Sept. 29, as Mayor Scott LeMay and the City Council led staff, project leaders and other guests at groundbreaking ceremonies. Watc...

Bond Program Update to Garland City Council - April 4, 2022

City staff provides a status update on various projects from the 2019 Bond program during the April 4, 2022 meeting.

Build Garland Update - Garland City Press, March 2022

See the bond program updates published in the March 2022 Garland City Press

Animal Shelter Among Five Bond Projects Celebrated at Build Garland Day 2022

Progress was unveiled in swift fashion on Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11, capped by the opening of the Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, the most anticipated project from the City’s record $423.7 million bond election. 

With the ne...

Animal Shelter Among Five Bond Projects Celebrated at Build Garland Day 2022

Progress was unveiled in swift fashion on Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11, capped by the opening of the Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, the most anticipated project from the City’s record $423.7 million bond election. 

With the ne...

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown b...

Garland Earns Grant Funding to Support Park Improvements

The City of Garland is awarded a $750,000 non-urban outdoor grant to support significant improvements at Watson Park on Lawler Road. Proposed developments include a soccer field, futsal court, resurfaced basketball court, playground, splash pad, ...

Build Garland Day Celebrates Progress on 2019 Bond

On Build Garland Day, Wednesday, Jan. 13, the City backed a record investment from its residents with a record day of groundbreaking, sign-raising and celebration of new projects.

Garland is delivering on its $423.7 million bond program, even in a pandemic...

Lights Go Live for Youth Soccer Season, 2019 Bond Celebration

The first project from Garland’s $423.7 million bond program, approved by residents just nine months ago, is officially on the ground. New LED field lights went live for the first night games of the youth soccer season Feb. 24 at Winters Park.

"It’s a...

Nov. 3 City Election Update

Garland voters decided on Nov. 3 to return District 2 incumbent Deborah Morris and District 5 incumbent Rich Aubin to the City Council. In District 4, B.J. Williams will return to the Council after a one-term absence.

Garland voters also decided on Nov. 3 ...

Garland Breaks Ground on New Animal Shelter

The development of a new Garland animal shelter is officially underway! The City broke ground Dec. 8 on its new animal shelter and adoption center at 1900 State Highway 66. 

Approved in the May 2019 bond election, the 23,000-square-foot shelter wi...

2019 Bond in Motion as Light Poles Pulled at Winters Park

The $3.2 million project will provide modern lighting to fields used by the City's largest youth sports league, the Garland Soccer Association.

As soon as the Garland Soccer Association passed out trophies and put the wraps on its season, crews arrived at ...

Site Revealed for New Fire Station No. 6

The City of Garland is excited to announce the future home of the new Fire Station 6! The station will be located on State Highway 190 near the intersection of Campbell Road.

The station is the first of three stations which will be replaced as part of the ...

Voters to Decide on Walnut Creek Library Site Proposal

After approving a $10.9 million relocation and expansion of the Walnut Creek Branch Library, voters on Nov. 3 will decide whether that library will be built at Hollabaugh Park.

A key element in the City’s May 2019 bond election, a new Walnut Creek Branch a...

City Council Appoints Charter Review Commission

The Garland City Council appointed a Charter Review Commission on Tuesday, Sept. 19, to identify provisions of the Garland City Charter that might require changes or updates to improve City operations or to comply with Texas law.

The Mayor and Council Memb...

Live at the Plaza Featuring Joe Crookston Friday, Sept. 22

Garland Cultural Arts and Jimmy Wallace Guitars present Live at the Plaza Featuring Joe Crookston at 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, at the Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St.

Crookston is a songwriter, guitarist, painter, fiddler, slide player, eco-village member an...

Pullman Railcar Approved for State Historic Marker

The City of Garland's application for a state historic marker for the Pullman Railcar was recently accepted by the Texas Historic Commission. 

Pullman Coach Car #582 is one of only three remaining cars in the U.S. built of a combination o...

City Council Approves Operating Budget for 2023-24

As the 13th-largest city in Texas, the City of Garland serves nearly 250,000 residents and employs more than 2,300 staff. Following months of development and review, the City’s operating budget for fiscal year 2023-24 was approved by City Counci...

Utility Billing Assistance for Garland Residents

If you are having difficulty paying your utility bill, the City of Garland has several options that may benefit you.

You may qualify for a payment arrangement that allows you to extend the due date of your current bill. Customer Service may also be able to...

City to Convene Bond Study Committee

Garland residents interested in participating in a Bond Study Committee must submit required documents to City Secretary Rene Dowl, RDowl@GarlandTX.gov, by Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Before submitting a proposition to issue new or additional bonds for approval by t...

Public Input: Shiloh Road Widening Project

The City of Garland is proposing improvements to Shiloh Road from Kingsley Road to Miller Road. All materials are accessible online at the City of Garland website until Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. 

As part of the 2019 Bond Program, vo...

Texas Commission on the Arts Designates Garland’s Bankhead Cultural Arts District

The City of Garland is proud to announce its new designation as an official cultural district. Garland is one of just two cities to receive this prestigious distinction from the Texas Commission on the Arts in 2023.

“We are thrilled to be recognized as an ...

Latest Issue of Garland City Press Now Available

The September/October issue of the Garland City Press is on its way to your mailbox and available online.

Goldie Locke Community Room Available for Public Use

The Goldie Locke Community Room in the Charles E. Duckworth Utility Services Building, 217 N. Fifth St., is available for use by community groups, homeowners associations and governmental or school agencies for nonprofit purposes. 

The facility ma...

Garland Moves to Digital Public Information Requests

The City of Garland has converted to a digital means of handling all public information requests. Requestors of public information can now submit Open Records Requests through an online portal located on both the City Secretary and Garland Police Departme...

Garland Welcomes Chief Communications Officer

The City of Garland welcomed Tiffany Veno as its Chief Communications Officer in August.

Veno is a communications and marketing professional with 16 years of experience in both public and private organizations. She started her career in television news as ...

Summer Energy-Saving Tips from GP&L

Follow these tips to save energy and money in the hot summer months:

• Fans are an energy-efficient way to stay cool. Fans blowing directly on you can make temperatures around you feel up to 4 degrees cooler.
• Set your thermostat to 78 degrees or higher in the...

Remember to Observe School Zones

As Garland ISD students return to school Tuesday, Aug. 8, the City reminds all motorists to observe school zones and stay alert near schools, crosswalks and playgrounds.

Here are a few reminders to keep motorists and pedestrians safe this school year:

• Speed...

Garland Opens First Splash Pad

Garland's very first splash pad opened at noon Thursday, July 13, at Embree Park, 1515 Dairy Road. This splash pad is part of the voter-approved 2019 Bond Program. 

District 2 Council Member Deborah Morris was on site to officially open Garland’s ...

Build Garland Day 2023 is in the Books!

Saturday, July 22, we celebrated major milestones for multiple 2019 Bond projects at Build Garland Day 2023! 

We broke ground on the Holford Recreation & Neighborhood Aquatic Center and the West Garland Library. Then it was on to cut ribbons a...

Signage Unveiled at Ronald E. Jones Municipal Building

The City of Garland celebrated a legend Friday, June 23, when signage at the Ronald E. Jones Municipal Building, 800 Main St., was unveiled. Our former Main Street Municipal Building has been renamed to honor Jones' lifetime of public service, including s...

Garland Welcomes New Street Director

Tony Irvin joined the City of Garland as Street Director on June 5. Irvin brings more than 20 years of experience in public works and engineering, with most of this experience attained in the public sector. He has a broad range of experience incl...

Garland Partners with Trusted World

The City of Garland and Trusted World Foundation have entered a partnership that will enable the growing resource provider to build a new headquarters and expand its operations in Garland.

Trusted World will lease City-owned land on the east side of Center...

Central Library Express Opens Doors

The temporary Central Library Express, 713 Austin St., opened to the public on Monday, May 1. The former Garland Women’s Activities Building is hosting services while the neighboring Central Library building is undergoing renovation. &a...

Our Downtown Square Reopens Oct. 14 with Day of Festivities, LeAnn Rimes

Garland has announced Saturday, Oct. 14, as the date for its public celebration of the reimagined heart of the city. The reopening of the Downtown Square is a party nearly two years in the making and one worthy of bringing home LeAnn Rimes, one of Garland...

New Council Members Take the Oath of Office

Garland Mayor Scott LeMay started his third term in office and welcomed newcomers Carissa Dutton of District 6 and Chris Ott of District 8 to the City Council on Tuesday, May 16. 

Council Member Dutton was prominent in relief efforts after a torna...

Garland Police Detective Inducted into National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame

Garland Police Detective Tony Godwin was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame in Toledo, Ohio, on March 30.

Detective Godwin was presented with the Career Achievement Award. He is the first Garland Police Department officer to be...

Garland to Host Regional Truck Driving Championship Saturday, April 29

Garland will host the Dallas-Fort Worth Council of Safety Professionals Regional Truck Driving Championship at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 29, at Williams Stadium, 510 Stadium Drive.

At the event, the American Trucking Association will have its "Share the ...

Mayor Honors Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association

The Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association was presented with a proclamation by Mayor Scott LeMay recognizing its 30 years of service at the Garland City Council’s March 7 meeting.

The Mayor’s proclamation highlighted the ass...

Garland’s Band Together on the Square Program Earns Statewide Award

Garland’s Band Together on the Square Concert Series earned the 2023 Arts & Humanities Programming Achievement Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS). 

The Downtown Development Office, part of the Garland Parks, Recreation &a...

City Celebrates Three-Story Mural at Valoris HealthPark

With her finishing touches completed three stories above, artist Haylee Ryan recently joined dignitaries at street level to officially cut the ribbon on the Valoris HealthPark mural. Ryan describes the mural as one of meaningful symbolism and representati...

Flu Shots and Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters Available at Garland Public Health Clinic

This year's flu vaccine and the bivalent COVID-19 booster are now available at the Garland Public Health Clinic.

Flu shots are available for adults, children and seniors who are insured. Low-cost flu vaccines for uninsured children and adults are ...

Mandy Pippen Named Health Director

Mandy Pippen will join the City of Garland as Health Director on Monday, Jan. 23.  

Pippen began her career with the City in 2004 as an Environmental Health Specialist in the Health Department. Over the following 18 years, she was promoted to Seni...

Christmas Tree Disposal for Garland Residents

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, North Americans purchase 33 million fresh-cut Christmas trees every year. Garland residents can help free up space in the landfill by dropping off trees at no cost at the Wood Recycling Facility during nor...

Winter Preparedness

Being prepared for winter weather is essential. Loss of heat, power, telephone service and even a shortage of supplies in your household are just a few things you should stay prepared for.

Visit the links below to learn more:

• Garland Power & Light - How...

Holiday Preparedness Tips from the Office of Emergency Management

The holiday season is filled with many fun and festive events, and staying prepared means that is one less thing to stress. Whether it is cooking, shopping or even just getting used to cooler temperatures, ensure you are prepared and using safe practices ...

Garland Welcomes Emergency Management Director

Mariah Phipps-Jack joined the City on Dec. 5 as the Emergency Management Director. 

She brings more than 20 years of emergency management experience, which includes roles in the public sector, private sector and academia. 

Phipps-Jack most...

Garland Earns State Video and Parks Awards

The City of Garland earned 15 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors conference in early November in McAllen. Garland received awards in 12 categories, including four first-place trophies, four second-plac...

Surprising the Family with a Pet?

Before you decide to surprise your family with a new pet for the holidays, consider the following: 

• What are the ages of your children? Different pets are appropriate for different ages. 
• Does your family really want a pet? Not all childre...

Garland Earns State Video Awards

The City of Garland earned 15 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors conference in early November in McAllen. 

Garland received awards in 12 categories, including four first-place trophies for the ...

Garland Earns State Parks Awards

The Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department won three awards at the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) North Region Conference Nov. 3 in Irving. The department was honored for excellence in programming and recreation facility desig...

Fire Station No. 6, Hollabaugh Recreation Center Improvements Put in Motion

The new site for Fire Station No. 6 and improvements to Hollabaugh Recreation Center were officially put in motion Thursday, Sept. 29, as Mayor Scott LeMay and the City Council led staff, project leaders and other guests at groundbreaking ceremonies. Watc...

Garland Achieves State and National Awards for Excellence

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations (PMR) team and the Garland Convention & Visitors Bureau, Visit Garland, recently earned national and statewide recognition for excellence.

The National Association of Telecommunicatio...

Skate City! Garland Opens Texas’ Second-Largest Skatepark

The Boneyard in Garland is open!

The skatepark at Rick Oden Park is the second largest in Texas, boasting 46,000 square feet of skating area. Designed to provide fun, excitement and challenge, The Boneyard welcomes beginner and experienced skaters alike.

Th...

Signage Unveiled at Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Building

Former City Attorney Brad Neighbor was honored Monday, Oct. 10, as signage bearing his name was unveiled at the courts facility at 1791 W. Avenue B.

The Garland City Council passed an ordinance to rename the facility as the Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Bu...

Council Honors Former Mayor, Assistant City Manager by Renaming Building

The Garland City Council is renaming one of its major facilities to honor Ron Jones, a three-term Mayor and prior to that, a leader of City staff for nearly three decades.

The Ronald E. Jones Municipal Building at 800 Main St. is home to the City&rsquo...

Garland Welcomes New Assistant City Manager

Phillip “Phil” Urrutia joined the City of Garland as an Assistant City Manager on Oct. 3. Phil has more than 14 years of experience in municipal government including leadership roles in Municipal Court, Purchasing and Fleet. 

M...

Garland Celebrates Shiloh Road Improvements with Dallas County Partners

City and Dallas County officials celebrated the completion of the Shiloh Road Improvement Project Friday, Aug. 5. But for many motorists and Garland residents, the celebration is daily.

The project went far beyond widening Shiloh Road from four to six lane...

Resources for Summer Heat-Related Needs

For those struggling to cover utility bills, help is available through the City of Garland Customer Assistance Program, a partnership between the City and local service agencies. Funds are administered and distributed to qualified individuals exp...

Kim Nurmi Graduates from Leadership Arts Institute

City of Garland Heritage Crossing Coordinator Kim Nurmi recently graduated from the Leadership Arts Institute.

Through a nine-month course, graduates of Leadership Arts Institute (LAI) gain expertise in nonprofit board best practices, leadership skills and...

Garland Celebrates Juneteenth

On June 19 at Audubon Park, Garland put its own stamp on the celebration of Juneteenth.

The Juneteenth Committee’s vision came to life as dancers, speakers and vendors assembled at the park. Many children played games; a select few were honored a...

City Council District 5 Representative Sworn In

District 5 residents were asked to do double duty at the polls this cycle and, as a result, Margaret Lucht was sworn in June 28 as the newest member of the Garland City Council.

Incumbents Jeff Bass, Deborah Morris and B.J. Williams were all reelected. Tog...

GP&L Electric Rate Adjustment

Due to rapidly increasing natural gas costs, Garland Power & Light is modifying the Recovery Adjustment Factor (RAF) component of its electric rate.

Garland Earns Statewide Awards for Excellence in Communications

The City of Garland’s award-winning Public & Media Relations Department has added more trophies to its display case. Garland earned the following awards from the Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO):

• Fliers and Posters ...

Mistie Gardner Earns Who’s Who in America’s Neighborhoods Award

Emergency Management Director Mistie Gardner was recently named Who's Who in America's Neighborhoods in the Governmental Category for her efforts and involvement during the COVID-19 crisis as well as during Winter Storm Uri.

The Who&r...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Continues Award Winning Streak

Garland’s Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant recently received the George W. Burke, Jr. Facility Safety Award at the 2022 Texas Water Awards Program ceremony in San Antonio. The award is presented by the Water Environment Federation and recog...

Garland Announces New Directors

Laura Dunn was promoted to Capital Project Management Director on Feb. 21, 2022. Since 2005, Dunn has served in a number of roles for the City of Garland. In 2019, she joined the Project Management Office as the Strategic Projects and Capital Portfolio Ma...

Spotlight on Garland

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recently recognized by the City Council for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall That Heals i...

Garland Library Wins Achievement in Excellence Award

For the 20^th consecutive year, Garland’s Nicholson Memorial Library System is a recipient of the Achievement of Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. Of the more than 500 public library systems in the state, on...

Purchasing Team Earns Excellence Award

The City of Garland Purchasing Department has been awarded the prestigious 26th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2021 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. Garland has received this recognition for 23 consecutive years.

Th...

Garland Budget Department Recognized for Excellence

The City of Garland Budget and Research Department has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2021-22 Annual Operating Budget document.

The award represents a significant achievement by the Ci...

New Leadership in Office of the City Attorney

Brian England was recently appointed to the position of City Attorney. He had served in the role on an interim basis following the retirement of former City Attorney Brad Neighbor. Prior, England was the First Assistant City Attorney for three years and D...

City to Celebrate, Redevelop Former Clinic, Residential Site

Before the City of Garland redevelops the property at 1002 Marion Drive, we’re going to meet there at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 24, to celebrate its history. 

The site was developed in the mid-1950s as Garland Clinic & Hospital. It provided surge...

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Earns State's Highest Honor

The City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department received the 2022 Texas Gold Medal Award on Feb. 17. 

The Gold Medal Award is the highest honor given to a City’s park system by the Texas Recreation and Park Society. ...

Animal Shelter Among Five Bond Projects Celebrated at Build Garland Day 2022

Progress was unveiled in swift fashion on Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11, capped by the opening of the Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, the most anticipated project from the City’s record $423.7 million bond election. 

With the ne...

City of Garland Earns Lone Star Regional Emmy® Award

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recognized by the City Council Tuesday, March 1, for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall That Heals is a three-quarter scale repli...

Garland a Best American City for Dog Lovers

A new study ranks Garland as 11th among "Best American Cities for Dog Lovers." With our new dog park and the grand opening of the animal shelter on the horizon, it's only going to get better.

The study of the 153 largest cities in the United Stat...

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown b...

Garland Has What Draws People to Texas

According to a New York Times opinion piece, “Everyone’s Moving to Texas. Here’s Why.” Garland has the best of the best of what is drawing people to Texas.

The piece connects to an interactive study of 16,847 American cities with a population of more than ...

City Attorney Brad Neighbor Retires After 36 Years of Service

Before Brad Neighbor could leave the City where he built a career around municipal law, the Garland City Council made him even more of a fixture. On Nov. 9, Council renamed the courts facility at 1791 W. Avenue B as the Brad Neighbor Municipal Court Build...

Veteran Presented Keys to Refurbished Home on Veterans Day

Programs that help neighborhoods can also help people. And that made Veterans Day in Garland extra special.

Veteran Nicole Harris was handed the keys to a refurbished home on Creekridge Lane on Nov. 11, with help from Garland’s Community Development Depart...

Garland Selects New Managing Director

Crystal Owens will join the City of Garland as Managing Director to oversee public works departments on Jan. 10, 2022.

“We are extremely pleased to bring someone of Crystal's experience, qualifications and character to our Garland team,” said City Manager ...

Audubon Recreation Center Reopening Features $6.1 Million Makeover

The Garland City Council celebrated the completion of renovations at Audubon Recreation Center, 342 W. Oates Road, reopening the facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 5.

Audubon is back. And it’s better than ever.

“This o...

Garland Library Goes Fine Free

Garland library users have cause to celebrate this fall. The library is going fine free! This means beginning Friday, Oct. 1, the library will no longer charge late fees on materials returned after their due dates. 

“We want everyone to ...

City Celebrates Partnership to Turn Methane Gas into Energy at Hinton Landfill

The City of Garland and Morrow Renewables celebrated their partnership at Hinton Landfill with a ribbon-cutting and open house, marking the official debut of a 20-year deal that will be profitable both from a cash standpoint and for the North Texas enviro...

Fire Department Earns American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award

For the eighth year in a row, the Garland Fire Department has received a Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award from the American Heart Association. This award is for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe ...

Patty Granville Named 2021 Obelisk Award Honoree

Cultural Arts Director Patty Granville will be honored with the Juror’s Award at the 33rd annual Obelisk Awards presented by Business Council for the Arts Wednesday, Nov. 17, in Dallas.

The Obelisk Award honors businesses, nonprofits and individu...

Garland Earns Grant Funding to Support Park Improvements

The City of Garland is awarded a $750,000 non-urban outdoor grant to support significant improvements at Watson Park on Lawler Road. Proposed developments include a soccer field, futsal court, resurfaced basketball court, playground, splash pad, refurbish...

Garland Foodies Recognized with Make Your Mark Award

The Garland Foodies set out in late 2018 to offer a friendly conversation on where to eat. Instead, they found themselves serving up a vital link to help local businesses survive a pandemic.

The group uses social media to share members’ discoveri...

GHFC Donates $50,000 for Winter Storm Relief

The Garland Housing Finance Corporation donated $50,000 for City programs that are helping income-eligible homeowners in Garland recover from the recent winter storm.

The donation was made to the Emergency Home Repair program to assist with home fixes incl...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Earns Plant of the Year Award

For the second year in a row and the third time in four years, the Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant will receive a “Plant of the Year” award from the Water Environment Association of Texas.

The award will be presented virtually on ...

Garland to Provide One-Time “Drip Adjustment” to All Residential Customers

The Garland City Council has proposed a one-time residential water bill adjustment to offset the costs related to dripping faucets during the cold weather event. The proposal is scheduled for formal approval during the City Council’s March 16 me...

Nicholson Memorial Library System Earns 2020 Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award

For the 19^th consecutive year, the Nicholson Memorial Library System has been awarded the Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. 

Of the 568 public library systems in Texas, only 56 re...

Garland Names New Assistant City Manager

The City of Garland has named Judson Rex as Assistant City Manager for Planning & Economic Development. He will oversee City departments that participate in planning, economic development and redevelopment activities.

For the past five years, Judson ha...

Ricky C. McNeal Appointed to Garland City Council

The Garland City Council has appointed Ricky C. McNeal to fill the District 1 seat until the City’s next general election.

McNeal is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University. He formerly served on the City’s bond study committee, chaired its East Garland Ar...

New Agreement Launches Fresh Approach to North Texas Water Rates

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) and its 13 member cities, including the City of Garland, officially launched a fresh approach to how wholesale water costs will be structured going forward. This new method will encourage water conservation...

Garland Awarded 2020 Texas Downtown Association President’s Awards

The Texas Downtown Association (TDA) has named Garland’s Made Fresh & Local Concert Series the Best Promotional Digital Campaign of 2020.

Garland Names New Assistant City Manager

The City of Garland has named Judson Rex as Assistant City Manager for Planning & Economic Development. He will oversee City departments that participate in planning, economic development and redevelopment activities.

For the past five years, Judson ha...

Garland Is Tops in Texas Among Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Garland is ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 8 in the country on a recently released 2020 list of Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers.

The study from personal finance website SmartAsset compared 185 cities using 12 metrics, including five-year home value app...

Garland Achieves National Awards for Excellence

The City of Garland continues to earn national recognition for excellence in video production and programming. The National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) announced the winners of its 2020 programming awards on Sept. 3.

Gar...

Garland's Animal Service and Police Departments Team Up to Save Abused Animals

Since January, Garland Animal Services and Garland Police Department have collaborated to ensure individuals are held accountable for cruel treatment of animals. Garland Animal Services has removed approximately 13 animals from cruelty cases, which have l...

City Increases Exemptions for Property Taxes

Certain homeowners in Garland will benefit from additional exemptions on their property taxes beginning in the 2020 tax year.

The Garland City Council approved two exemption increases during their June 16 Regular Meeting. Those who are able to claim a Home...

VA North Texas Health Care System Acquires Garland Hospital Facility

The VA North Texas Health Care System has officially taken possession of the former Garland-Baylor, Scott & White hospital located at 2300 Marie Curie Drive. The facility will now be known as Garland VA Medical Center.

In a news release issued April 6,...

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center Named Winner in 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center is a winner of the 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards. The accolade represents the top wedding professionals in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism, as reviewed by couples on WeddingW...

Garland Welcomes New Animal Services Director

Art Munoz officially joined the City as the Animal Services Director on Monday, Jan. 6. Art has spent the last 15 years with the SPCA of Texas Animal Cruelty Unit managing criminal investigations. As Chief Investigator, he acted as the advocate for abused...

Garland Water Utilities Earns Performance Awards

Garland Water Utilities continues a winning streak by bringing home two national Environmental Achievement Awards from the winter conference of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) in Atlanta, Georgia. 

The City received the NA...

Garland Renters Have One of America's Fastest Routes to Home Ownership

Garland is listed as the second-best city in Texas and ninth-best in the nation for the time it takes renters to save enough money to convert to home ownership.

In an October story, "The Process of Becoming a Homeowner," the Dallas Business Journ...

Garland Animal Services Recognized by Dallas County Health and Human Services

Garland Animal Services was recognized by Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services Philip Huang and Manager of Environmental Health/Mosquito Control Scott Sawlis at the Garland City Council Nov. 5 Regular Meeting.

The animal shelter staff were r...

COVID-19 Update - Oct. 10

The City of Garland Health Department provides weekly case updates on Mondays. Data includes the total number of reported Garland cases, and a breakdown of the number of active cases, recovered cases, and deaths. The updated numbers are posted on the Garl...

City shares inside look at Downtown Garland Square construction

If you’ve been wondering what it looks like behind the covered fence surrounding the Downtown Garland Square, here’s a peek from inside the construction site. Remember that while work is being done, businesses on the Square and surrounding blocks are stil...

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown b...

Downtown Development Office Updates Business Community on Construction Timeline

The Downtown Development Office (DDO) released a virtual presentation detailing the latest updates on the timeline for the Downtown redesign project, meant to inform business and property owners immediately impacted by construction.

This presentation inclu...

Don't Go Tarpless!

When planning a trip to the City of Garland Transfer Station or the Hinton Landfill to dispose of bulky waste or other debris, please remember to secure your load with a tarp. Vehicles hauling waste to these sites must be enclosed or be secured and covere...

Want to Learn More About Garland's Recycling Program?

Garland Environmental Waste Services would like to join you at your next meeting or event!

Wondering what happens to your recycling after it leaves your curb? Interested in learning more about the recycling process? Want to learn how to increase recycling ...

City of Garland Recycling Program

Recycled materials are considered commodities, and the price of the recycled material goes up and down depending on market trends. The City of Garland is continuing its recycling program in the midst of market downturns and import bans on recycled materia...

IT Client Services Department Earns Awards of Excellence

Congratulations to the IT Client Services Department for earning two significant accolades from the Help Desk Institute this year!

Earlier this year, the team achieved the HDI Team Certified Award, and recently, the team was awarded the 2023 HDI Team Certi...

Visit Garland Earns Destination Excellence Awards

Visit Garland’s commitment to showcasing Garland as a hidden gem in the Lone Star State has achieved remarkable success, securing three first-place Destination Excellence Awards from the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus.

The aw...

Community Development Department Earns Certificate of Distinction

Garland’s Community Development Department was recognized by the National Community Development Association (NCDA) with a Certificate of Distinction for its effort in providing a home to an Army veteran on Veterans Day 2021.

The award recognizes ...

Garland Budget Department Recognized for Excellence

The City of Garland Budget and Research Department has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2021-22 Annual Operating Budget document.

The award represents a significant achievement by the Ci...

Purchasing Team Earns Excellence Award

The City of Garland Purchasing Department has been awarded the prestigious 26th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2021 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. Garland has received this recognition for 23 consecutive years.

Th...

Garland Library Wins Achievement in Excellence Award

For the 20^th consecutive year, Garland’s Nicholson Memorial Library System is a recipient of the Achievement of Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. Of the more than 500 public library systems in the state, only 10% rec...

City of Garland Earns Lone Star Regional Emmy® Award

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recognized by the City Council Tuesday, March 1, for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall That Heals is a three-quarter scale repli...

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Earns State's Highest Honor

The City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department received the 2022 Texas Gold Medal Award on Feb. 17. 

The Gold Medal Award is the highest honor given to a City’s park system by the Texas Recreation and Park Society. It&nbs...

Garland Has What Draws People to Texas

According to a New York Times opinion piece, “Everyone’s Moving to Texas. Here’s Why.” Garland has the best of the best of what is drawing people to Texas.

The piece connects to an interactive study of 16,847 American cities with a population of more than ...

Garland a Best American City for Dog Lovers

A new study ranks Garland as 11th among "Best American Cities for Dog Lovers." With our new dog park and the grand opening of the animal shelter on the horizon, it's only going to get better.

The study of the 153 largest cities in the Un...

Deena Williams Makes Her Mark

Garland Brings Home State Awards

The City of Garland is continuing its award-winning tradition at state conferences. This year the Public & Media Relations Department and Visit Garland, the City’s Convention & Visitors Bureau, each earned several state awards. The two departments...

Fire Department Earns American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award

For the eighth year in a row, the Garland Fire Department has received a Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award from the American Heart Association. This award is for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe ...

Patty Granville Named 2021 Obelisk Award Honoree

Cultural Arts Director Patty Granville will be honored with the Juror’s Award at the 33rd annual Obelisk Awards presented by Business Council for the Arts Wednesday, Nov. 17, in Dallas.

The Obelisk Award honors businesses, nonprofits and individuals for th...

Garland Named a Best City to Buy an Affordable Family Home

Garland ranked No. 4 among Best Cities to Buy an Affordable Family Home in an annual study released in June by financial technology company SmartAsset.

Metrics used in the study included:

• Property and violent crime rates
• High school graduation rate
• Affordabil...

Tyler Shin Makes His Mark

Authentic Hawaiian cuisine, Asian street food, vegan dishes, wings, tacos, pizza, burgers — you name it, you'll find it at restaurants within virtual food hall Revolving Kitchen.

If you've never heard of Revolving Kitchen, check out this month's Make Your ...

How Mindy Le Makes Her Mark on Garland

It’s not hard to find “makers” of all ages in Garland, from business owners to community leaders. But it’s not every day you find residents who started giving back to the community from an early age.

We introduce you to one such young lady in this month’s ...

Garland Brings Home National and State Video Awards

The City of Garland has earned numerous video awards at both the national and state level this year.

Garland earned one first-place trophy and five second-place awards from the 34th Annual Government Programming Awards, hosted by the National Association o...

2019 Garland Neighborhood Awards

The Garland Neighborhood Awards are the City’s annual way to spotlight neighbors who make a difference as individuals and, when they combine their efforts, as neighborhoods.

The Oakridge Neighborhood Association, several dedicated volunteers and public ser...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Earns Plant of the Year Award

For the second year in a row and the third time in four years, the Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant will receive a “Plant of the Year” award from the Water Environment Association of Texas.

The award will be presented virtually on March 25 as part of ...

Inventive “Story Map” Wins National Award

The Garland Water Utilities Department won a national award for its newly published story map, “We Keep it Flowing, Coming or Going.”   

The National Association of Clean Water Agencies awarded this year’s Public Information & Educati...

Nicholson Memorial Library System Earns 2020 Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award

For the 19^th consecutive year, the Nicholson Memorial Library System has been awarded the Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. 

Of the 568 public library systems in Texas, only 56 re...

Garland Is Tops in Texas Among Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Garland is ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 8 in the country on a recently released 2020 list of Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers.

The study from personal finance website SmartAsset compared 185 cities using 12 metrics, including five-year home value app...

Garland Among Leaders in Self-Response as Census 2020 Enters Final Week

Congratulations, Garland. You have the second-best Census 2020 self-response rate among large cities in Texas.

As of Sept. 24, 69.1% of Garland’s residents have completed the task of self-responding. That’s better than the state rate of...

Garland Continues to Impress in Quality-of-Life Studies

According to the personal finance resource GOBankingRates, Garland is one of the few major cities in the country, and only one of two in North Texas, where a person can live comfortably for less than $50,000 per year.

Only 35 of the nation’s 270 ...

Garland Is Among Best Cities to Work from Home

Garland, as it turns out, is well-positioned for what may be a major part of the “new normal” in American life. The City was rated No. 2 in Texas and No. 11 in the nation on the list of Best U.S. Cities to Work from Home.

Grow + Acorns,...

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center Named Winner in 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards

The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center is a winner of the 2020 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards. The accolade represents the top wedding professionals in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism, as reviewed by couples on WeddingW...

Garland Water Utilities Earns Performance Awards

Garland Water Utilities continues a winning streak by bringing home two national Environmental Achievement Awards from the winter conference of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) in Atlanta, Georgia. 

The City received the NA...

Garland Animal Services Recognized by Dallas County Health and Human Services

Garland Animal Services was recognized by Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services Philip Huang and Manager of Environmental Health/Mosquito Control Scott Sawlis at the Garland City Council Nov. 5 Regular Meeting.

The animal shelter staff were r...

Garland Brings Home National and State Video Awards

The City of Garland has earned numerous video awards at both the national and state level this year.

Garland earned one first-place trophy and five second-place awards from the 34th Annual Government Programming Awards, hosted by the National Association o...

Garland Renters Have One of America's Fastest Routes to Home Ownership

Garland is listed as the second-best city in Texas and ninth-best in the nation for the time it takes renters to save enough money to convert to home ownership.

In an October story, "The Process of Becoming a Homeowner," the Dallas Business Journ...

It's Only A Paper Moon

Almost all of us today exchange online photographs or “selfies” with classmates, family and friends. But did you know this practice has a long history?

Shortly after the invention of photography in the mid 19th century, tourists began d...

Summer Jobs - Apply Today!

Summer jobs with Garland Parks & Recreation

Need a little extra cash? Or perhaps you love working with children and love to swim?  Look no further than Garland Parks & Recreation summer jobs!! See details below.

• Recreation Center Summer Cam...

Dia de Los Muertos Juried Art Exhibit

Dia de Los Muertos Vendor Booth Application and Information

Viva Mexico! presented by Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklorico

Date: September 24, 2023

Time: 5:00 - 7:30 PM

Location: Brownlee Auditorium at Granville Arts Center - 300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040

Cost: $20 advance, $25 at door

Description: A journey through Mexico´s culture, a country with an ancient blend...

Crimes of the Heart presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley from September 8-24. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 and Sund...

Mi Primer Millón presented by Talem International

Fecha: 29 de Septiembre 2023Hora: 8:00 - 10:45 PM (Puertas abren a las 7:00 PM)Ubicación: Brownlee Auditorium, Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040¿Has tratado de cambiar una llanta con las manos? Es imposible, per...

My First Million presented by Talem International

Date: September 28, 2023Time: 8:00 - 10:45 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)Location: Brownlee Auditorium, Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040This event will be in the Spanish language.Translated description:Have you tried to change a tire by...

Garland Eyes In Focus - Photography Exhibit

Annual Garland Eyes Photography ExhibitLocation: Granville Arts Center Gallery space300 N 5th Street Garland, Texas 75040Dates: September 5, 2023 to October 8, 2023Artist's Reception: September 14, 2023 6:00-7:30 PMThe Garland Eyes photography cl...

Recollection presented by Ninth Street Gallery

Location: Granville Arts Center gallery/lobby spaces — 300 N 5th St. Garland, TX 75040

Dates: October 10-26, 2023

Description: Recollection is an art exhibition featuring 3 local Garland artists - Michelle Noah, Leslie Montena and Lana Housewright...

Little Joe y La Familia

Date: October 6, 2023Location: Brownlee Auditorium, Granville Arts Center300 N 5th St. Garland TX 75040Tickets: $28 to $38Showtime: 8:00 PMLittle Joe Hernandez is the leader of Little Joe y La Familia, one of the most popular Tex-Mex bands in the music in...

Arsenic and Old Lace presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring from September 29-October 8. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 and Sunday mat...

Anokhe Parwa presented by Nruthyashakti Dance Academy

Date: 10/8/2023

Time: 1:00-4:00 PM

Tickets: $15

Location: Brownlee Auditorium at the Granville Arts Center - 300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040

Description: Nruthyashakti Dance Academy presents Anokhe Parwa: A Tribal Odyssey.

Immerse yourself in an enchanting ...

Les Danses d’Automne presented by Dallas Ballet Company

Event Date: October 22, 2023

Location: Brownlee Auditorium at the Granville Arts Center -300 N 5th St. Garland TX 75040

Showtime: 3:00 PM

Tickets: $20

Description: Les Danses d’Automne - dance performance by Dallas Ballet Company under the artistic ...

Danse Macabre presented by millermuller ballet

Date: October 27th

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Time: 7:30-9:30 PM

Description: millermuller ballet hosts their 10th annual autumn performance on Friday, October 27th at the Plaza Theatre in downtown Garlan...

It Came From Texas 1st Annual Film Festival

IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival

The First Annual Camp Classics

City of Garland's Cultural Arts presents It Came From Texas Film Festival — Double features, campy classics and Texas-sized horror – 11 Texas Made films return to t...

Arsenic and Old Lace presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring from October 20-November 5. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 and ...

"The Life of Joseph" presented by Visual Teaching from Genesis to Revelation

Date: November 10, 2023

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Location: Brownlee Auditorium at the Granville Arts Center - 300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040

Cost: $20 to $28

Description: A visual interpretation of life’s daily struggles with a victorious ending! Jo...

"The Meek One" featuring Evgeny Stychkin presented by Coast to Coast Entertainment Inc.

Date: Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St. Garland TX 75040

"The Meek One" is a love song. A crazy, bitter, mysterious song in St. Petersburg F. Dostoyevsky style, or even a prayer. I put "Meek" ...

Fruitcakes presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Fruitcakes by Julian Wiles from December 8-16. Shows on December 8, 9, and 15 begin at 7:30 and December 10 and 16 matinees b...

Elf Jr. presented by Breitling Performing Arts

Event Date: 12/1/23

Event Time: 7:00-9:00 PM

Event Location: The Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Event Cost: $15 for rows A-F, $12 for general admission, $10 for students and seniors, lap children age 2 and under enter for free

Event Desc...

Puffs presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents Puffs by Matt Cox from December 1-17. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 and Sunday matinees begin ...

Hope In The Heartland presented by The Master's Music Company

Event Location: Brownlee Auditorium - Granville Arts Center300 N Fifth Street Garland, TX 75040Event Date and Times:January 5 — 7:30 to 9:30 PMJanuary 6-7 — 2:30 to 4:30 PMCost: $30 general, $25for Group of 10+ discountHope in...

Peter Pan presented by Breitling Performing Arts

Event Dates and Times: 1/26/2024 - 6:00 to 8:00 PM

1/27/2024 - 1:00 to 3:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM

Event Location: Brownlee Auditorium at the Granville Arts Center - 300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040

Event Cost: $15 for rows A-F, $12 for general admission, ...

Anastasia presented by Breitling Performing Arts

Event Date: 1/28/24

Event Time: 2:00-4:00 PM

Event Location: Brownlee Auditorium at the Granville Arts Center - 300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040

Event Cost: $15 for rows A-F, $12 for general admission, $10 for students and seniors, lap children age 2 and u...

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change with book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts f...

Moon over Buffalo presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Moon over Buffalo by Ken Ludwig from February 16-25, 2024. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 and Sunday matinees begin ...

He Heard My Cry Stage Play presented by Rolanda Macharia and Lynda J. with LIFT R&R

Event Date: 3/2/2024

Event Location: Plaza Theatre - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Event Times: 1st show at 2:00 PM, 2nd show at 6:00 PM

Event Cost: 1st show - $35.00, 2nd show - $39.00

Event Description: The stage play He Heard My Cry is based off the...

Follies presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents Follies with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Goldman from March 8-24. Friday and Saturday s...

Farce of Nature presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Farce of Nature by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten from April 12-21, 2024. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7...

Matilda presented by Breitling Performing Arts

Event Date: 5/10/24

Event Time: 7:00-9:00 PM

Event Location: The Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Event Cost: $15 for rows A-F, $12 for general admission, $10 for students and seniors, lap children age 2 and under enter for free

Event Desc...

You Can't Take It With You presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Location: Small Theatre — Granville Arts Center300 N 5th Street Garland, TX 75040Tickets: $22Details:Garland Civic Theatre presents You Can't Take It With You by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman from April 26-May 12. Friday and ...

Fiddler on the Roof presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Fiddler on the Roof with book by Joseph Stein, music by Jerry Bock, and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick from May 24 - Jun 2, 2024. ...

Wagon Wheels West presented by Company of Rowlett Performers

Location: Plaza Theater - 521 W State Street Garland, TX 75040

Tickets: $20Details:Company of Rowlett Performers presents Wagon Wheels West with book by Tim Kelly and music & lyrics by Bill Francoeur from Jul 19 - 21, 2024. Friday and Saturday...

Dog Park Construction

UPDATE: Paddock 3 will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 19 as the new concrete for the shade pavilion in Paddock 2 is being poured.

Construction on the new shade pavilion will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 5. Paddock 2 and 3 will be closed on Sept. 5 with Paddock 2 r...

Wynne Park Splash Pad Open

The Wynne Park Splash Pad is back open. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Two Centers Closed for Renovations

Holford recreation center and hollabaugh recreation center

Under construction:

• Hollabaugh Recreation Center 
• Holford Recreation Center

As part of the 2019 Bond Project, Holford Recreation Center and Hollabaugh Recreation Center will be closing for re...

Current Park Master Plans and Projects

Find out what we have been up to lately.

Recreation Centers

Garland is home to six recreation centers. Each facility offers a variety of programs and services that are enjoyed by all.

Click on the image or the Recreation page link below. 

Find a Center near you!

New Playgrounds Open Now!

Play at these new playgrounds today!

New Class-A Industrial Flex Space to Come to Garland

The City of Garland has partnered with Reserve Capital Partners on a new industrial project. At an estimated $15.6 million investment, the proposed development includes 200,000 square feet of new commercial spec buildings on an 11.5-acre greenfield site.

&...

$30 Million Expansion to Double Garland Manufacturer’s Production Capacity

Zobele USA Inc. and the City of Garland have partnered on a $30 million expansion project. The company produces laundry and fabric care products in Garland, and represents one of the city’s target cluster industries: plastic and chemical production. They ...

Expanding Garland Company to Redevelop 10-Acre Property

The City of Garland and RMR Estate LLC, headed by Mark Russell, have partnered on a 10-acre development project on South Jupiter and West Kingsley roads. The project includes a newly built headquarters and operations center for Russell’s company, Boardwal...

Development Partnership Brings New Vitality to Garland’s Medical District

The City of Garland is partnering with Prevarian Companies and Harrison Street to bring new vitality to the community’s medical district.

In May 2013, the City adopted the Forest-Jupiter Transit-Oriented Redevelopment Plan, with recommendations to include ...

Garland Welcomes a New Innovative Industry

Garland has approved a deal with Future Foam, Inc. to renovate and begin operations at 3000 W. Kingsley. With this project, Future Foam will renovate the 341,840 square feet facility and reactivate rail service to the facility.

Future Foam’s newest operati...

Garland Electronics Manufacturer Building New HQ and Operations Facility

The City of Garland has partnered with Micropac Industries in a major upgrade and expansion project. The company, headquartered and operating in Garland, will be centralizing to a brand new facility.

Located at 1655 State Highway 66, Micropac will have an ...

$30 Million Residential Redevelopment Project Approved for Downtown Garland’s Westside

The City of Garland and GroundFloor Development have partnered to realize a $30 million commercial redevelopment project for the west side of downtown. Over the past two years, both parties have been actively working on this very challenging, but exciting...

Grant Application Open for Small Businesses in Garland

The Garland Chamber of Commerce has received $500,000 to assist smaller businesses in Garland. This funding has been allocated towards the city’s CRF Business Assistance Program from the recent federal CARES Act. 

Grants can be used to r...

$25 Million Food Production Expansion Project Secures 250 New Jobs for Garland

A proposed $25 million expansion project has been approved under the Texas Enterprise Zone Program after being officially nominated by the City earlier this year. As approved, Kraft Heinz Food Company will make a major new capital investment in Garland an...

Garland Approves Deal to Construct 350,000+ Square Feet of Flex Space near New Jupiter Miller Busine

Garland has approved a deal with Huntington Industrial Partners (HIP) to construct a fourth round of new commercial flex space in the heart of its core industrial district in the southwestern corner of the community. With this latest project, Huntington I...

Electronics Manufacturer Bringing 150 Jobs to Texas with Significant Investment in Garland

Garland has approved a deal bringing an internationally-positioned electronics manufacturing and services company to Texas and its established and diverse family of manufacturers. All Quality and Services Inc. (AQS) makes computer components such as modul...

Garland Approves Land Sale and Secures $12+ Million Infill Housing Development

After lengthy negotiations, Garland has approved an exciting new townhome development in South Garland near the intersection of East Kingsley and Centerville Roads. As agreed, Kingsley Homes LLC will purchase 3.3 acres from the Garland Foundation for Deve...

Garland Approves New Commissary Kitchen Concept and Associated $2 Million Investment

Following a string of exciting new development announcements, Garland has approved a deal with Revolving Kitchen to develop a large-scale commissary kitchen facility in the 500 block of Shepherd Drive. Over $2 million will be invested in the 60-year-old i...

Plastipak Packaging to Grow Garland Plant’s Capacity with $10+ Million Expansion

Plastipak Packaging, a major producer and supplier of plastic bottles to internationally-branded companies such as Dr. Pepper, PepsiCo, Kraft Heinz and Procter & Gamble, will significantly expand their Garland manufacturing operation later this year. ...

German Automotive Components Manufacturer to Expand Garland Operations

Garland has approved a deal with Germany’s Kirchhoff Automotive to significantly grow their current operations, located at 3901 West Miller Road, from 94,000 to 115,000 square feet. As part of the project, $20+ million will be invested in the acquisition ...

Canadian Window Manufacturer Expanding to U.S. with Significant Investment in Garland

Garland has approved a deal with Canada’s Quest Window Systems to open the company’s first U.S. manufacturing and distribution facility early next year. Anchoring the southern end of the city’s new Jupiter Miller Business Park, Quest USA, Inc. will occupy...

Garland Approves Sizable Expansion of Billion Dollar Digital Realty Data Center Campus

Late last summer, Garland approved a deal with Digital Realty to develop a $1 billion data center campus on a 47.5-acre site located northeast of the intersection of Campbell Road and the President George Bush Turnpike. This week, Garland approved an expa...

New Era Companies to Construct $25 Million North Garland Medical Center

Garland has approved a deal that will result in the development of a $25 million North Garland Medical Center at 7217 Telecom Parkway. This state-of-the-art medical facility will realize 95,000 square feet of healthcare space in a new 3-story building nea...

Garland Small Businesses Eligible for Federal Relief

Small businesses in Garland that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic can apply for relief. The State of Texas has formally requested emergency funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration this past week. Texas businesses will now be elig...

Our Downtown Square Reopens Oct. 14 with Day of Festivities, LeAnn Rimes

Garland has announced Saturday, Oct. 14, as the date for its public celebration of the reimagined heart of the city. The reopening of the Downtown Square is a party nearly two years in the making and one worthy of bringing home LeAnn Rimes, one of Garland...

Slow Down to Get Around

As stated in the Texas Transportation Code §545.157 (Act 2019), when passing certain vehicles, a motorist must either slow down to 20 miles per hour below the posted speed limit (when the speed limit is 25 miles per hour or more), or move out of ...

Resolve to Reduce Waste and Recycle Right

The new year, a time when many people concern themselves with reducing the size of their waist, is also a time to remember to reduce your waste.

Extending the life of our landfill and preserving our environment involve more than recycling. It starts with r...

Holiday Recycling Guide

With all those Black Friday finds, Cyber Monday scores, holiday deals, gift boxes, shopping bags and spools of ribbons, it can be hard to know what is recyclable, what is garbage, and what should have been avoided in the first place. Follow the tips below...

Bankhead Cultural Arts District

Live at the Plaza featuring Lucia and Leo

Join Lucia and Leo as they debut an entirely new show exploring love songs, Brazilian music and more. This intimate night of music showcases their diverse influences m...

Live at the Plaza featuring Monte Montgomery and Greg Koch

Monte Montgomery first gained notoriety in 1999 in Austin, TX, when as a relatively unknown talent he delivered a jaw-dropping live performance on an e...

Sign up for the Artist Selection Panel

We’re looking for members of the Garland community to help with public art initiatives.

As a volunteer, you’ll help provide important feedback in the development of Garland public art projects. We’re especially seeking individ...

Tree Power Free Tree Giveaway

Want to grow shade to save energy, replant canopy and beautify the community? Grab your freshly planted free tree!

 Trees are available to Garland residents as part of the Tree Power Free Tree program sponsored by Garland Power & Light and Gar...

Sixth Annual Garland Guzzler 0.5K Race Saturday, Sept. 23

The Garland Guzzler is back! That's right, the physically demanding ?? and mentally strenuous ?? race known as the Garland Guzzler 0.5K is back, live and in-person, for its sixth year!

The Guzzler 0.5K will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, S...

Activities for the Whole Family All Day Saturday, Oct. 14

Excitement fills the air as the Downtown Garland Square comes alive with the vibrant rhythms of live music and fun activities for the whole family from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14.

The Grand Opening day’s schedule is packed with exciting ...

Public Input and Community Meeting: Wynn Joyce Park Improvements

The City of Garland is planning improvements for Wynn Joyce Park, 2222 Oates Road. A public meeting to discuss the project is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at Granger Recreation Center, 1310 W. Avenue F.

The public is also invited to provide inp...

Garland and Beyond Space Exhibit May 1 - Sept. 2

Explore Garland in the space industry through exhibits and artifacts on loan from NASA’S Johnson Space Center in Houston.

New Public Health Clinic Hours

The Garland Public Health Clinic has new operating hours. Its doors are open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (closed Wednesdays).

If you have questions or concerns, call 972-205-3370 or email PublicHealth@GarlandTX.gov.

Garland Welcomes New Risk Management Director

Julie Whiteman joined the City of Garland as Risk Management Director on Feb. 6. She brings more than 18 years of risk management experience within the private and public sectors. Most recently, since 2009 Whiteman served as Director of Risk Management fo...

Garland City Council Announces New City Manager

The Garland City Council has named Judson Rex to serve as City Manager. The appointment was made official during the Council’s Jan. 17 meeting and is effective immediately.

Judson joined Team Garland two years ago as the Assistant City Manager for Planning...

Happy New Year! Take One Last Look at 2022

2022 was a memorable year for us in the City of Garland. Lots of ground breaking and ribbon-cutting events, activities and new development that make Garland what it is today. Take a look back.

Garland Welcomes New Assistant City Manager

Phillip “Phil” Urrutia will join the City of Garland as an Assistant City Manager on Oct. 3. Phil has more than 14 years of experience in municipal government including leadership roles in Municipal Court, Purchasing and Fleet. 

Most recently, Urr...

Amy Rosenthal Joins City as Cultural Arts Director

Amy Rosenthal joined the City of Garland as Cultural Arts Director on June 27. Most recently, Rosenthal served as Director for McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC) and McKinney Main Street. 

She was part of the initial team to open MPAC, a 150-y...

Street Talk Q&A: What Does the Garland Street Department Do?

Our series, Street Talk Q&As, answers questions regarding the streets of Garland. We want to explain to you what’s going on in the Garland Street Department and why we do what we do.

This video will describe to you the responsibilities of the...

City of Garland Earns Lone Star Regional Emmy® Award

The City of Garland’s Public & Media Relations Department was recognized by the City Council Tuesday, March 1, for the Lone Star Regional Emmy® earned by its video “A Look Back at The Wall That Heals.”

The Wall Tha...

Animal Shelter Among Five Bond Projects Celebrated at Build Garland Day 2022

Progress was unveiled in swift fashion on Build Garland Day, Friday, Feb. 11, capped by the opening of the Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, the most anticipated project from the City’s record $423.7 million bond election. 

With the ne...

Mayor's Annual State of the City Address Available Online

Get on Garland's inside track to start off 2022! Watch the video of the annual State of the City address to hear the latest from Mayor Scott LeMay.

Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown b...

Garland Selects New Managing Director

Crystal Owens will join the City of Garland as Managing Director to oversee public works departments on Jan. 10, 2022.

“We are extremely pleased to bring someone of Crystal's experience, qualifications and character to our Garland team,&...

Darrell Cline Named GP&L General Manager and CEO

Jeff Janke served as GP&L’s General Manager and CEO since 2012 and retired Sept. 30 after 18 years with the City. Under his leadership, the utility’s successful operating strategies maintained stable rates and reliable electric ser...

Deena Williams Makes Her Mark

Garland Brings Home State Awards

The City of Garland is continuing its award-winning tradition at state conferences. This year the Public & Media Relations Department and Visit Garland, the City’s Convention & Visitors Bureau, each earned several state awards. The two d...

Garland Purchases Land to Help Meet Community Parks Needs

The Garland Foundation for Development has approved the purchase of 2.18 acres of land near Ridgecrest and Lakemere drives to create public park space to serve and connect the nearby neighborhoods.

The park will also include a portion of what had been the ...

Patty Granville Named 2021 Obelisk Award Honoree

Cultural Arts Director Patty Granville will be honored with the Juror’s Award at the 33rd annual Obelisk Awards presented by Business Council for the Arts Wednesday, Nov. 17, in Dallas.

The Obelisk Award honors businesses, nonprofits and individuals for th...

Development Partnership Brings New Vitality to Garland’s Medical District

The City of Garland is partnering with Prevarian Companies and Harrison Street to bring new vitality to the community’s medical district.

In May 2013, the City adopted the Forest-Jupiter Transit-Oriented Redevelopment Plan, with recommendations t...

Tyler Shin Makes His Mark

Authentic Hawaiian cuisine, Asian street food, vegan dishes, wings, tacos, pizza, burgers — you name it, you'll find it at restaurants within virtual food hall Revolving Kitchen.

If you've never heard of Revolving Kitchen, check...

Garland Earns Grant Funding to Support Park Improvements

The City of Garland is awarded a $750,000 non-urban outdoor grant to support significant improvements at Watson Park on Lawler Road. Proposed developments include a soccer field, futsal court, resurfaced basketball court, playground, splash pad, refurbish...

Winters Park Additions Enhance Garland Trails Network

City and Dallas County officials cut a ribbon, celebrated a partnership and maybe even broke a little bit of a sweat on Friday, April 23, when they explored a segment of the new Winters Trail. 

The new trail facilities in Winters Park and along th...

How Mindy Le Makes Her Mark on Garland

It’s not hard to find “makers” of all ages in Garland, from business owners to community leaders. But it’s not every day you find residents who started giving back to the community from an early age.

We introduce you...

Inventive “Story Map” Wins National Award

The Garland Water Utilities Department won a national award for its newly published story map, “We Keep it Flowing, Coming or Going.”   

The National Association of Clean Water Agencies awarded this year’s Pu...

Garland Breaks Ground on New Animal Shelter

The development of a new Garland animal shelter is officially underway! The City broke ground Dec. 8 on its new animal shelter and adoption center at 1900 State Highway 66. 

Approved in the May 2019 bond election, the 23,000-square-foot shelter wi...

Garland Names New Assistant City Manager

The City of Garland has named Judson Rex as Assistant City Manager for Planning & Economic Development. He will oversee City departments that participate in planning, economic development and redevelopment activities.

For the past five years, Judson ha...

Garland Is Tops in Texas Among Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Garland is ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 8 in the country on a recently released 2020 list of Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers.

The study from personal finance website SmartAsset compared 185 cities using 12 metrics, including five-year home value app...

Annie Dickson, Garland Trailblazer for Civil Rights and Historic Preservation, Honored

They are the people who helped make Garland what it is today: residents, community leaders and elected officials who have Made Their Mark in Garland over the years. One of them is Annie Dickson, Garland’s first female African American City Counc...

Fire Department Earns American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award

The Garland Fire Department has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline^® EMS Gold Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks.

“For th...

Garland Unveils New Playground at Central Park

A new, inclusive and sensory-friendly playground is now open at Garland’s Central Park, 1310 W. Avenue F, in close proximity to the Granger Recreation Center. The new playground is designed for children of all abilities to play, learn and grow t...

Garland Opens New Dog Park

Garland’s new dog park, located within Central Park along Glenbrook Drive, is officially open for play!

Amenities at the Garland Dog Park include three fenced paddocks, drinking fountains, shade, lighting, seating, fencing and parking. The park w...

City Increases Exemptions for Property Taxes

Certain homeowners in Garland will benefit from additional exemptions on their property taxes beginning in the 2020 tax year.

The Garland City Council approved two exemption increases during their June 16 Regular Meeting. Those who are able to claim a Home...

VA North Texas Health Care System Acquires Garland Hospital Facility

The VA North Texas Health Care System has officially taken possession of the former Garland-Baylor, Scott & White hospital located at 2300 Marie Curie Drive. The facility will now be known as Garland VA Medical Center.

In a news release issued April 6,...

Garland Brings Home National and State Video Awards

The City of Garland has earned numerous video awards at both the national and state level this year.

Garland earned one first-place trophy and five second-place awards from the 34th Annual Government Programming Awards, hosted by the National Association o...

Build Garland Day Celebrates Progress on 2019 Bond

On Build Garland Day, Wednesday, Jan. 13, the City backed a record investment from its residents with a record day of groundbreaking, sign-raising and celebration of new projects.

Garland is delivering on its $423.7 million bond program, even in a pandemic...

Garland Has What Draws People to Texas

According to a New York Times opinion piece, “Everyone’s Moving to Texas. Here’s Why.” Garland has the best of the best of what is drawing people to Texas.

The piece connects to an interactive study of 16,847 American cities with a population of more than ...

Waste Placement Guidelines

• Please leave at least 4 feet of space between items for collection, including green trash carts, blue recycling carts, and brush and bulky goods.
• Avoid placing waste near the mailbox, electrical and cable boxes, phone pedestals, sprinkler heads, overhangin...

2023 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Calendar Now Available Online

We've gone digital! 

In an effort to reduce our environmental impact and to extend the life of our landfill, we are no longer sending out printed copies of the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle calendar. Reduction and reuse are more important than r...

Got a dirty trash cart?

If your cart is starting to attract pests and has a buildup of residue on the inside, it is your responsibility to clean your cart. The City of Garland Environmental Waste Services Department will not clean your cart for you or provide you with a new cart...

What to do with excess trash and recyclables?

Environmental Waste Services has opened a temporary stop and go location at the Transfer station at 1434 Commerce St. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday  and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday during the approved shelter in place ordinance. 

Pl...

Waste Wizard

Use the Waste Wizard tool at GarlandWasteWizard.com to find out how to correctly dispose of and properly recycle hundreds of items.

It is important to remember that not all items are recyclable. And even if an item is recyclable, it may bot belong in your ...

Break Down and Flatten All Cardboard

Flattening and breaking down boxes helps you fit more recyclable items in your blue cart and helps the City of Garland Environmental Waste Services Department to collect your recyclables efficiently and safely.

Cardboard boxes that aren’t flat or...

Wynne Pool Evolves Into Splash Pad

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Earn Awards

Band Together on the Square was awarded the Arts and Humanities Programming Achievement Award. This award honors those departments with an outstanding project or program that promotes cultural art. Band Together on the Square focused on local bands and si...

Fall 2023 Play Guide is out now!

Garland Senior Activity Center Closed

The Garland Senior Activity Center is closed for renovations.  Most classes are being held at Fields Recreation Center, 1701 Dairy Road. The meal program is available in-person at Fields Recreation Center and Carver Senior Center.  For q...

Help with Waste Container Placement

Do you need assistance with getting your trash and recycling containers placed for weekly pickup?

Learn About the PAID Program

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Beware of Scams!!

Never provide personal or financial information to people who call or email you. If you did not initiate the conversation, do not give out information such as Social Security numbers, credit or debit card numbers, or bank account or routing numbers. If yo...

Results for Stepped Up DWI Enforcement Labor Day Holiday

Thirty-six (36) arrests and seventy (70) citations issued during the increased Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) enforcement period. 

The Garland Police Department stepped up its DWI patrols from Friday August 20 through Monday September 6, 2021, in...

Man Faces Charges after Fleeing from Police and Causing Fatality Crash

This afternoon just after 3:30 pm, a Garland Officer stopped a black Honda Accord for a traffic violation in the area of Shiloh Road and Northwest Highway.   The Accord was occupied by three occupants.  During the initial investigation, ...

Stepped up DWI Enforcement Labor Day Holiday

Garland Police will step up Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) patrols starting Friday, August 20 through Monday, September 6, 2021.

The increased DWI patrols are for the Impaired Driver Mobilization (IDM) project.  The project is funded through a TX...

Arrest Made in Triple Murder Investigation Additional Suspects Still at Large

On August 9, just after 11:00 pm, Garland Police responded to the report of multiple people shot at an apartment complex in the 1300 block of West Kingsley Road.  When officers arrived, they located three males outside of the apartments suffering...

Victims Identified in Triple Murder

The victims are identified as 17-year-old Bryce Brittain, resident of Lewisville, and 18-year-old Javier Coronado and 40-year-old Jose Martinez, both residents of Garland. 

This remains an active investigation.

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Triple Murder Investigation

Triple Murder Investigation

Last night, August 9, just after 11:00 pm, Garland Police responded to a gunshot wound call in the 1300 block of West Kingsley Road, where multiple people were shot.   The officers located three males outside of the apa...

Suspects Arrested in Capital Murder Investigation

The two suspects, Kvaughandre Presley and Gabriela Liliana Torres were located and arrested for the murder of Patricia Eifert.  Patricia was murdered inside her daughter’s home on July 27. 

On July 27, just before 7:00 pm, Garland Police ...

Warrants Obtained for Suspects in Capital Murder Investigation

Garland Police have identified the two suspects in the Captial Murder investigation that occurred on July 27. Murder warrants have been issused for 20-year-old Kvaughandre Presley of Dallas and 21-year-old Gabriela Liliana Torres of Garland.  

Any...

Capital Murder Investigation

On July 27, just before 7:00 pm, Garland Police responded to a gunshot wound call in the 700 block of Briar Way. When officers arrived, they observed a female inside the residence suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Garland Paramedics responded, and t...

Man Arrested After Shooting Wrecker Driver

Garland Police arrest a man after allegedly shooting a wrecker driver in the area of the East I-30 Service Road and Peninsula Way.

On July 15, at approximately 9:00 am, Garland Police responded to a residence in the 4900 block of Freeport Drive regarding a...

Health & Resource Fair

Tuesday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Atrium at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.  There will be health screenings, wellness initiatives, vendors, health education, safety tips, preventative care, door prizes and assessments.&...

Adult Crochet Class

Call 972-205-3305 or email CSC2@GarlandTX.gov for more information. 

Northern Shaolin Kung Fu

This Hollabaugh class is now meeting at Fields Recreation Center while Hollabaugh is closed for renovations. Call 972-205-3090 or email HHRC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

Pickleball

Call 972-205-2771 or email GRC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

Pilates

Call 972-205-2770 or email BRC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

Fall Break Camps

These Holford camps are meeting at Audubon Recreation Center while Holford is closed for renovations. Call 972-205-2772 or email HRC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

Piano

 Call 972-205-3991 or email ARC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

After School Adventures

Call 972-205-3090 or email FRC@GarlandTX.gov for more information.

Build Garland!

Garland voters approved a $423,700,000 bond program in 2019. Learn about the projects and get updates as they progress.

#MakeYourMarkGarland

Garland is a place for making your dreams come true! Explore the many ways you can Make Your Mark here, as well as how Garland makes its mark.

Stay & Play Virtual Recreation

When you cannot come to us, we will come to you! Stay & Play virtual recreation is a way for us to engage with you virtually. While our Recreation Centers may be closed due to COVID-19, the City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Departm...

Fall 2020 Play Guide

View the Fall PLAY Guide (September through December 2020)

If you have any questions, please call 972-205-2750 or call your nearest Recreation Center. 

Want to get email or text notifications for all Parks & Recreation alerts, news, and calenda...

Stay & Play Virtual Recreation

When you cannot come to us, we will come to you! Stay & Play virtual recreation is a way for us to engage with you virtually. While our Recreation Centers may be closed due to COVID-19, the City of Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Departm...

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