News Flash

Back 2 School Bash Aug. 21

This is where we let it all out in celebration of school starting!

Join the fun from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at Bradfield Rec Center, 1146 Castle Drive.

There will be music, raffles, games, activities and bounce houses! The first 100 families ...

Volunteers, Code Cares Program, Help Residents in Need

Spared from a fine and a court date for code violations, a Northeast Garland homeowner called from his hospital bed on Saturday, Aug. 10, to thank those who had come to his property’s rescue.

“I can feel your heart, what you’re doing for me,” he said.

It’s ...

Garland Welcomes New School Crossing Guards

Each summer, the City of Garland Human Resources and Transportation departments collaborate to hold the Annual School Crossing Guard Event.

This year the event was held at Holford Recreation Center, introducing nearly 30 candidates to crossing guard servic...

Garland Breaks Ground on New Dog Park

The excitement over breaking ground at Central Park Aug. 1 was secondary only to the realization that the Garland Dog Park is within mere months of becoming reality.

“There will be dogs everywhere and people spending time out,” Mayor Sc...

Extreme Heat Safety Tips

One of the most deadly weather phenomena to hit our region each summer is heat. In contrast to the visible, destructive and violent nature of thunderstorms, tornadoes and floods, heat is a silent killer. Heat kills by taxing the human body beyond its abil...

Keep Your Pet Healthy and Safe in the Summer Heat

Hot Cars Are Dangerous for Pets

During the summer months, it does not take long for a dog left unattended in a parked vehicle to be in serious danger. The temperature inside the vehicle can quickly rise, placing the animal in a life-threatening situation.

S...

Latest Water Quality Report Available

Each year, water quality lab tests are published for our drinking water. In the report you will find the results of year-long water testing throughout the city.

Garland continues to earn top ratings from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)...

Check Out My Garland for City Services

Click on the My Garland icon, available on the City’s home page. Enter a Garland address in the box to find out about a wide range of City resources, such as:

• Your City Council District
• Your Neighborhood Police Officer
• The nearest fire station
• The n...