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COVID-19 numbers as of August 16
Garland's Director of Health Jason Chessher gave the City Council and Mayor Scott LeMay a bit of positive news about the COVID-19 pandemic status at the last work session. “We seem to be headed in the right direction overall as does the region and perhaps the...
City reveals new Fire Station No. 6 site
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 2019...
Parking ordinance enforcement resumes
At the Aug. 3 work session, the Garland City Council was briefed on the possibility of resuming the enforcement of a parking ordinance that had begun before the COVID-19 pandemic began. Assistant City Attorney Michael Betz told council that thousands of...
GP&L offers money-saving programs
By participating in the EnergySaver Program, GP&L customers can reduce energy consumption, save money on their monthly utility bill and receive a generous utility bill credit for qualifying energy efficiency upgrades.* Before starting any energy efficiency...
GFD earns Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award
The Garland Fire Department (GFD) 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 the seventh consecutive year,...
City unveils mural in Ablon Park
You may be surprised how such a collaboration can help revitalize your community. Take a look at how residents of The Oaks neighborhood in southernmost Garland partnered with the Office of Neighborhood Vitality (ONV), creating art to highlight their area’s beautiful...
Sidewalk repair incentive program
The city of Garland has upped the incentive for homeowners to fix deteriorating sidewalks. Garland offers three new reductions to supplement its established 50-50 share of sidewalk reconstruction costs. A property owner who qualifies in all three categories may now...
Animal Services, GPD team up
Since January, Garland Animal Services and Garland Police Department have collaborated to ensure individuals are held accountable for the cruel treatment of animals. Garland Animal Services has removed approximately 13 animals from cruelty cases, which have led to...
Central Park gets new attractions
Dog park - The new dog park, located at Central Park along Glenbrook Drive, is officially open for play! Amenities Garland Dog Park include three fenced paddocks, drinking fountains, shade, lighting, seating, fencing and parking. The park will be open daily from 6...