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GarlandTX averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$248,900 Typical home value $280,515 -2.9% yr/yr · +12.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (206)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Administrative Services Committee
- Margaret Lucht — Mayor Pro Tem
- Carissa Dutton — Vice Mayor
- Kris Beard — Councilmember
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
Who’s on the All Abilities Committee
- Grant Laird Jr — Board Member
- Heather Miller — Board Member
- Susan Behrens — Board Member
- Tommy Zapata — Board Member
- Amanda Esquivel
- Jana Veit
- Leigh Calmes
Who’s on the Animal Services Advisory Committee
- Anita Rushlau — Board Member
- April Smith — Board Member
- Christie Fuentes — Board Member
- Deanna Siegler — Board Member
- Ashton Tassin — Board Member
- Bill Dunn
- Oswaldo Rodriguez
Who’s on the Audit Committee
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
- Christopher Ott — Mayor Pro Tem
- Kris Beard — Councilmember
- Margaret Lucht — Councilmember
Who’s on the Board of Adjustment
- John McDonald
- Herman Puckett
- Wesley Johnson
Who’s on the Charter Review Committee
Who’s on the City Council
- Scott LeMay — Mayor
- Dylan Hedrick — Mayor
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
- Margaret Lucht — Councilmember
- Carissa Dutton — Councilmember
- B.J. Williams — Councilmember
- Chris Ott — Councilmember
- Jeff Bass — Councilmember
- Deborah Morris — Councilmember
- Joe Thomas Jr — Councilmember
- Kris Beard — Councilmember
- Christina Segoviano — Councilmember
- Jimmy Tran — Councilmember
- Justin Caraway — Councilmember
Who’s on the Civil Service Commission
- Rick Parra
- Marisol Trevizo
- Ricky McNeal
Who’s on the Community Multicultural Commission
- CorSharra Prenell — Board Member
- Jennifer Nguyen — Board Member
- Isaac Abu — Board Member
- Charles Leonard — Board Member
- Elvia Flores — Board Member
- Jimmy Tran — Board Member
- Justina James — Board Member
- Kymberlaine Banks — Board Member
- Glenna Saygidia — Board Member
- Rene Granado — Board Member
- Merrill Balanciere
- Charles Pickitt
- Christopher Johnson
- Alex Alexander
- Arthur Gregg
- Commision
- Glenna Sagidia
- Merrill Balancier
- Steven Flores
Who’s on the Community Services Committee
- Carissa Dutton — Councilmember
- Jeff Bass — Councilmember
- Christina Segoviano — Councilmember
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
- Justin Caraway — Councilmember
Who’s on the Cultural Arts Commission
- Beena Varnan — Treasurer
- Lupita Torres — Treasurer
- Chase Miller
- Chip VanPelt
- DeAnne Driver
- Felecia Fuller
- Mitch Carr
Who’s on the Development Services Committee
- Margaret Lucht — Mayor Pro Tem
- Joe Thomas Jr — Board Member
- Jeff Bass — Councilmember
- Jimmy Tran — Councilmember
- Justin Caraway — Councilmember
Who’s on the Environmental & Community Advisory Board
- Alba Torres — Board Member
- Bill Ingram — Board Member
- Catherine Haedge — Board Member
- Lauren Bruns — Board Member
- Maria Borrinaga — Board Member
- Sharonda Green — Board Member
- Bao Vinh — Board Member
- Bao Vinh Pham — Board Member
- Betty Roberts — Board Member
- Christina Segoviano — Board Member
- Ken Risser — Board Member
- Kim Everett — Board Member
- Shibu Samuel — Board Member
- James Dobbins
- Daphne Dean
- Jim Dobbins
- Robert Bruns
Who’s on the Garland Youth Council
- Isabella Acuna
- Bila Aubin
- Julia Arruwen Barrera
- Jacob Arteaga
- Kamyla Garcia
Who’s on the General
- Dylan Hedrick — Mayor
- Carissa Dutton — Vice Mayor
- Christopher Ott — Mayor Pro Tem
- Christina Segoviano — Councilmember
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
- Elizabeth Sherley Graham — Board Member
- Heather Miller — Board Member
- Jana Veit — Board Member
- Jennifer Reeder — Board Member
- Jimmy Tran — Councilmember
- Joe Thomas Jr — Councilmember
- Justin Caraway — Councilmember
- Margaret Lucht — Councilmember
- Grant Laird — Board Member
- Susan Behrens — Board Member
- Amanda Esquivel
- Leigh Calmes
- Tommy Zapata
Who’s on the Legislative Affairs Committee
- Chris Ott — Councilmember
- Jeff Bass — Councilmember
- Carissa Dutton — Vice Mayor
- Ed Moore — Councilmember
- Joe Thomas Jr — Councilmember
- B.J. Williams
Who’s on the Library Board
- Gwendolyn Daniels — Board Member
- Kristin Lucido — Board Member
- Michael Degen — Board Member
- Sarah Montoya — Board Member
- Dorothy White — Board Member
- Louis Moore — Board Member
- Adam Greenup — Board Member
- Karen Wood — Board Member
- Chantel Jones Bigby — Board Member
- Trellas Gotcher — Board Member
- Susan Vaden — Board Member
- Terri Chepregi
- Michael Degan
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
- Molly Bishop — Board Member
- Jason Aguirre — Board Member
- David Morehead — Board Member
- David Parrish — Board Member
- Kay Moore — Board Member
- Aju Mathew — Board Member
- Libby Odom — Board Member
- Rochelle Ran — Board Member
- Don Koerner — Board Member
- Richard Valle — Board Member
- Nancy Janssen
- Jerry Carter
- Tamara Aquino
Who’s on the Plan Commission
- Scott Roberts
- Julius Jenkins
- Wayne Dalton
- Deceased
- Georgie Cornelius
- Jaric Jones
- Julis Jenkins
- Mike Rose
Who’s on the Property Standards Board
- Caleb Ernst — Board Member
- Christine Lumpkin-Bell — Board Member
- Dale Long — Board Member
- Gayle Owens — Board Member
- Justin Caraway — Board Member
- Martha Melaku — Board Member
- Canyon Jayroe — Board Member
- Rick Barker — Board Member
- Vicki Wohlander — Board Member
- David Perry
- Eric Scholl
Who’s on the Public Safety Committee
- Chris Ott — Vice Mayor
- Margaret Lucht — Mayor Pro Tem
Who’s on the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
- Carol Cooper
- Amador Castro
- Gail Belton
- Sal Liberto
- Robert Bruns
- Wytonia Montgomery
Who’s on the Tax Increment Finance Board #3
- Amber Ray — Board Member
- Jennifer Parker — Board Member
- Mehwish Khanum — Board Member
- Nicholas Nix — Board Member
- Tony Torres — Board Member
- Beena Varnan
- Patrick Abell
- Areleen Macias
- Arleen Macias
Who’s on the Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board
Who’s on the Tax Increment Finance South Board
- Jason Collard — Board Member
- Jason Shanks — Board Member
- Jennifer Armon — Board Member
- Jordan Cotton — Board Member
- Michael Landers — Board Member
- PC Mathew — Board Member
- Damon Wilson — Board Member
- Elizabeth Mitchell — Board Member
- John Ball — Board Member
- Bill Swisher
Who’s on the Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
- Joe Thomas Jr — Councilmember
- Ed Moore — Board Member
- Carissa Dutton — Councilmember
- Jimmy Tran — Councilmember
- Justin Caraway — Councilmember
- Kris Beard — Councilmember
- Chris Ott
- Dylan Hedrick
Municipal budget
Total revenue$786.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$883.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$196.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$1.40B (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,648 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025159 housing units ($40.6M)
🗳️ Election results (5 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor
Deborah S. Morris ✓ 4,167 · Dylan Hedrick 3,253 · P C Mathew 810 · Shibu Samuel 726 · Roel G. Garcia 512 · Koni Ramos-Kaiwi 343
City Council , District 8
Chris Ott ✓ 1,038
City Council , District 7
Joe Thomas Jr. ✓ 978
City Council , District 6
Carissa Dutton ✓ 425 · Robert Vera 272
City Council , District 3
Ed Moore ✓ 1,214 · Lindsey Fiegelman 479 · Douglas Huff 175
Upcoming
Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 19:00
General
City council may attend Garland ISD football game; no action planned
This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Garland City Council attending a Garland ISD football game between North Garland and Lakeview at Williams Stadium. No formal action or deliberations will take place, and any discussion of public business is incidental to the event. The agenda is purely procedural and ceremonial.
- Potential quorum at Garland ISD football game (North Garland vs. Lakeview)
- Event at Williams Stadium, 510 Stadium Dr., Garland, TX
- No formal action or deliberations scheduled
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Williams Stadium
510 Stadium Dr.
Garland, TX 75040
Friday, October 30, 2026
12:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Garland ISD - Football Game - North Garland vs. Lakeview
Williams Stadium
510 Stadium Dr.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 13:00
Animal Services Advisory Committee
Animal Services Advisory Committee to review shelter operations and 2027 goals
The committee will receive updates on shelter intakes, adoptions, and service calls. Members will also review community outreach efforts and the department's goals for 2027.
- Review of shelter operations (intakes, surrenders, adoptions, and service calls)
- Update on Animal Services Community Outreach Program
- Review of 2027 department goals
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Work Session Room, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Animal Services Advisory Committee
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
October 30, 2026
1:00 PM
A meeting of the Animal Services Advisory Committee of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the Minutes from the September 25, 2026 Meeting
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee on any item on the agenda are allowed three minutes to
speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Review of Shelter Operations
Art Munoz, Director of Animal Services, will provide an update on shelter operations, including a
review of intakes, surrenders, adoptions, and service calls.
b.
Review of Animal Services Community Outreach Program
Alberto Maldonado, Outreach Coordinator, will provide an update on the department's public
outreach, including public events, educational opportunities, and community partnerships.
c.
Review 2027 Goals
Art Munoz, Director of Animal Services, will review the department's goals for 2027.
4.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
5.
ADJOURN
NOTE: A quorum of the City Council may be in attendance and may or may not participate in the discussions of the
Committee.
Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 09:00
General
City Council to attend Senior Activity Center ribbon-cutting
This notice announces a potential quorum of the City Council for a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the function.
- Senior Activity Center Ribbon-Cutting & Sneak Peek at 601 W. Avenue B
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Garland Senior Activity Center
601 W. Avenue B
Garland, TX 75040
Friday, October 30, 2026
9:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Senior Activity Center Ribbon-Cutting & Sneak Peek
Garland Senior Activity Center
601 W. Avenue B
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sat Oct 31, 2026 · 08:00
General
City Council may attend Citizens Fire Academy Class #45 graduation
A quorum of the City Council may attend the Citizens Fire Academy Class #45 Graduation Burn Day. No formal action or deliberations between City Council members will take place during this ceremonial event.
- Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45 - Graduation Burn Day
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Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
Saturday, October 31, 2026
8:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45 - Graduation Burn Day
Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 13:15
General
City Council to attend Beaver MST field trip
This is a notice of a potential quorum for a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the function.
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Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
Monday, November 2, 2026
1:15 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Field Trip - Beaver MST
Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Garland City Council to vote on multiple utility and public safety contracts
The City Council will consider several high-value bids for electrical substations, police vehicles, and ambulances. The meeting includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 650 West Avenue D and the approval of the 2027 Legislative Agenda.
- Steel structures for GP&L Centerville to Oates Road transmission line: $4,540,316.12
- Control enclosure for GP&L Oates Substation: $3,412,158.01
- Five replacement Braun Ambulances for the Fire Department: $2,996,050.00
- Thirty replacement Chevy Tahoes for the Police Department: $1,945,951.36
- Zoning change for 721 and 725 Marion Drive and 1729 Davis Boulevard to allow a Distribution Center and Retail Store
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Council Chambers, Garland
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Council Chambers at City Hall
Monday, November 2, 2026
7:00 PM
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, Texas
CITY OF GARLAND
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Garland City Council extends to all visitors a sincere welcome. We value your interest in our community
and your participation in the meetings of this governing body. Visit GarlandTX.gov/Council for a full list of
meeting dates.
The Council Chambers at Garland City Hall is wheelchair accessible, and ADA parking is available on the
street as well as in the public parking garage. Persons with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids or services
must contact the City Secretary's Office at 972-205-2404 at least two working days prior to the meeting so that
appropriate arrangements can be made. Braille is not available.
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 551.127 of the Texas Government Code, one or more members of the City
Council may attend this meeting by internet/video remote means. A quorum of the City Council, as well as the
presiding officer, will be physically present at the above-identified location. Members of the public that desire to
make a public comment must attend the meeting in person.
LEGISLATIVE PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
It is a custom and tradition of the City Council to have an invocation and recital of the Pledge of Allegiance
prior to the beginning of each Regular Meeting. Members of the audience are invited but not required to
partici …
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council reviews draft of Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various briefings and reports. Key items include a law enforcement agreement with the NTTA and a draft for the city's 2050 comprehensive plan.
- Interlocal Agreement with North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) for law enforcement services
- Draft of the Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Atmos Energy presentation on downtown infrastructure and street restoration
- Discussion on naming a city facility or street after former Councilmember B.J. Williams
- Appointment of Marisol Trevizo to the Board of Adjustment
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Work Session Room, Garland
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Work Session Room at City Hall
Monday, November 2, 2026
6:00 PM
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, Texas
CITY OF GARLAND
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Garland City Council extends to all visitors a sincere welcome. We value your interest in our community
and your participation in the meetings of this governing body. Visit GarlandTX.gov/Council for a full list of
meeting dates.
The Council Chambers at Garland City Hall is wheelchair accessible, and ADA parking is available on the
street as well as in the public parking garage. Persons with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids or services
must contact the City Secretary's Office at 972-205-2404 at least two working days prior to the meeting so that
appropriate arrangements can be made. Braille is not available.
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 551.127 of the Texas Government Code, one or more members of the City
Council may attend this meeting by internet/video remote means. A quorum of the City Council, as well as the
presiding officer, will be physically present at the above-identified location. Members of the public that desire to
make a public comment must attend the meeting in person.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON WORK SESSION ITEMS
Members of the audience may address the City Council on any Work Session item at the beginning of the
meeting. Speakers are allowed three minutes each, grouped by agenda item and called in the order of the
agenda. Anyone wishing t …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
General
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
General
All Abilities Committee to discuss 2027 goals and communication efforts
The All Abilities Committee will meet to review public and media relations updates and plan for the upcoming year. The body will discuss goals, priorities, and the possible creation of subcommittees for 2027.
- Public & Media Relations Update regarding website accessibility and outreach
- Discussion of 2027 goals and potential subcommittees
- Approval of October 7, 2026 minutes
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Garland Central Library , Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
All Abilities Committee
Garland Central Library
625 Austin Street
Community Room 122
Garland, Texas 75040
November 4, 2026
6:00 PM
A meeting of the All Abilities Committee of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the aforementioned
location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
NOTICE: The Committee may recess from the open session and convene in a closed executive session if the
discussion of any of the listed agenda items concerns attorney/client communication, including
pending/contemplated litigation, settlement offer(s), and matters concerning privileged and unprivileged client
information deemed confidential by Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. Sec.
551.071, Tex. Gov't Code.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the October 7, 2026 Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee on any item on the agenda are allowed three minutes to
speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Public & Media Relations Update
The Committee will receive an update and discuss City communication efforts, public outreach
initiatives, website accessibility, and opportunities to improve communication and engagement with
residents.
Presenter: Tiffany Veno, Chief Communications Officer
b.
Discussion of 2027 Goals and Potential Subcommittees
The Committee will …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:30
General
City Council quorum notice for AVIR at Colonel event
This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event at 1201 Colonel Dr. No formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Ceremonial event at AVIR at Colonel (1201 Colonel Dr.)
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AVIR at Colonel
1201 Colonel Dr.
Garland, TX 75043
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
10:30 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
AVIR at Colonel
AVIR at Colonel
1201 Colonel Dr.
Garland, TX 75043
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to receive updates on park maintenance and projects
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Parks Foundation and Holford Park grounds maintenance. The board will also hear a report on Capital Improvement Projects from the Design & Development Division.
- Parks Foundation update
- Holford Park grounds maintenance update
- Capital Improvement Projects Design & Development Division update
- Introduction of new marketing staff
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Work Session Room, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas 75040
November 4, 2026
7:00 PM
A meeting of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Minutes for the October 7,
2026, Meeting
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee, Commission, or Board on any item on the agenda are
allowed three minutes to speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Parks Foundation Update
A Garland Parks Foundation volunteer will provide an update to the Board and be available to
answer questions.
b.
Holford Park Grounds Maintenance Update
Kari Pacheco, Parks Director, will provide an update to the Board and be available to answer
questions.
c.
New Staff Introduction — Marketing
D'Lee Williams, Managing Director, will introduce our new staff person, update the Board on the
position and be available to answer questions.
d.
Capital Improvement Projects — Design & Development Division Update
Mark Ellender, Parks Planning Administrator, will provide an update to the Board and be available
to an …
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 09:00
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission to discuss AI and senior center updates
The Commission will receive updates on scams from the Garland Police Department and the impact of artificial intelligence from IT directors. Members will also discuss the grand opening of the Garland Senior Citizens Activity Center and food insecurity outreach.
- Garland Police Department update on scams affecting senior citizens
- IT update on how artificial intelligence may affect seniors
- Grand opening update for the Garland Senior Citizens Activity Center
- Report on local food assistance opportunities
- Proposed participation in the MLK Parade on January 16, 2027
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
November 5, 2026
9:00 AM
A meeting of the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Minutes for the October 1,
2026 Meeting
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee, Commission, or Board on any item on the agenda are
allowed three minutes to speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Councilmember Justin Caraway - District 2 Update
Councilmember Justin Caraway will update the Commission on topics that pertain to the City of
Garland and senior citizens.
b.
Garland Police Department Update on Scams and Issues Pertaining to Senior Citizens
Shi Marler, Garland Police Officer, will provide the Commission with an update on scams and
issues pertaining to senior citizens.
c.
How Artificial Intelligence May Affect Seniors and Other Information Technology Updates
Jonathan Morgan, IT Managing Director, and Haskell Harper, IT Chief Information Security Officer,
will provide an update to the Commission and be available to answer questions. …
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 16:00
Development Services Committee
Committee to discuss improper storage ordinance and automotive occupancy certificates
The Development Services Committee will meet to discuss proposed ordinance language for improper storage and the alignment of automotive certificates of occupancy with the development code. The committee will also consider a speed hump variance request.
- Appeal of a speed hump request on Garrison Way
- Proposed ordinance language for improper storage
- Alignment of automotive certificates of occupancy with the Garland Development Code use chart
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Work Session Room, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
November 6, 2026
4:00 PM
A meeting of the Development Services Committee of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
NOTICE: The Committee may recess from the open session and convene in a closed executive session if the
discussion of any of the listed agenda items concerns attorney/client communication, including
pending/contemplated litigation, settlement offer(s), and matters concerning privileged and unprivileged client
information deemed confidential by Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. Sec.
551.071, Tex. Gov't Code.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the September 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee, Commission, or Board on any item on the agenda are
allowed three minutes to speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Request for Speed Hump Variance
The Committee will discuss considering an appeal of a speed hump request on Garrison Way that
did not meet the City’s speed study requirements.
Presenter: Paul Luedtke, Director of Transportation
b.
Improper Storage
The Committee will discuss the propos …
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 19:00
General
City Council notice for Music Made Here Concert Series
This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Music Made Here Concert Series at Garland City Square
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Garland City Square
520 W State Street
Garland, TX 75040
Friday, November 6, 2026
7:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Music Made Here Concert Series
Garland City Square
520 W State Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 08:30
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission to review police and firefighter eligibility lists
The Civil Service Commission will meet to elect interim leadership and approve minutes. The body will also consider eligibility lists resulting from recent entrance examinations for police officers and firefighters.
- Election of Interim Chair and Interim Vice Chair
- Approval of the October 5, 2026 Firefighter Entrance Examination eligibility list
- Approval of the October 24, 2026 Police Officer Entrance Examination eligibility list
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Work Session Room, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Civil Service Commission
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas, 75040
November 6, 2026
8:30 AM
A meeting of the Civil Service Commission of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the aforementioned
location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
TESTIMONY
Meeting attendees may be given an opportunity to testify or comment on an agenda item. Comments must
relate to an item on this agenda - non-germane comments are not in order. Time limits will be imposed by the
Chairman as appropriate to the nature of the agenda item. Generally, speakers are given three minutes.
Garland City Hall and the City Council Work Session Room is wheelchair accessible. Special parking is
available on the east side of City Hall and on Austin & State Street west of City Hall. Persons with disabilities
who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services must contact the City Secretary's
Office at (972) 205-2404 at least two working days prior to the meeting, so that appropriate arrangements can
be made.
AGENDA:
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the Minutes from the Civil Service Commission Meeting held on
August 28, 2026
3.
ELECTION OF INTERIM CHAIR AND INTERIM VICE CHAIR
a.
Consider and Elect an Interim Chair and Interim Vice Chair of the Civil Service
Commission …
Sat Nov 7, 2026 · 09:00
General
City Council to attend Garland Police Firearms Range Tour
A quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial tour of the Garland Police Department Shooting Range. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place during the event.
- Tour of the Garland Police Department Shooting Range at 14425 County Road 489, Nevada, TX
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Garland Police Department Shooting
Range
14425 County Road 489
Nevada, TX
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Garland Police Firearms Range Tour
Garland Police Department Shooting Range
14425 County Road 489
Nevada, TX
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sun Nov 8, 2026 · 12:00
General
City Council to attend commemoration ceremony for President Ngo Dinh Diem
A quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event at the West Garland Library. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place during the event.
- Commemoration Ceremony of President Ngo Dinh Diem at 3921 W. Walnut St.
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West Garland Library
3921 W. Walnut St.
Garland, TX 75042
Sunday, November 8, 2026
12:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Commemoration Ceremony of President Ngo Dinh Diem
West Garland Library
3921 W. Walnut St.
Garland, TX 75042
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:30
Garland Youth Council
Fields Recreation Center, Garland
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 16:00
Legislative Affairs Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Atrium Ballroom, Garland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:00
Community Multicultural Commission
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Community Multicultural Commission
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30
General
Council may attend fire club meeting; no formal action
This is a notice that a quorum of the Garland City Council may attend the Citizens Fire Club Meeting at the Garland Fire Department. The agenda states no formal action or deliberations will take place, and any discussion of public business is incidental.
- Notice of potential quorum for Citizens Fire Club Meeting at 1500 Highway 66, Monday, November 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
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Garland Fire Department
1500 Highway 66
Garland, TX 75040
Monday, November 23, 2026
6:30 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Citizens Fire Club Meeting
Garland Fire Department
1500 Highway 66
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 30, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
200 N. Fifth Street, Garland
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
General
Garland Central Library , Garland
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
General
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 09:00
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
200 N. Fifth Street, Garland
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30
Garland Youth Council
Fields Recreation Center, Garland
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 19:00
Environmental & Community Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:00
Tax Increment Finance Board #3
Work Session Room, Garland
Fri Dec 11, 2026 · 13:00
Animal Services Advisory Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 16:00
Legislative Affairs Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Community Multicultural Commission
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 18:00
Community Multicultural Commission
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 17:00
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 10:00
Community Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Garland Youth Council
Fields Recreation Center, Garland
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 16:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 18:00
Tax Increment Finance Board #3
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 16:30
Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Garland Youth Council
Fields Recreation Center, Garland
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Atrium Ballroom, Garland
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Feb 25, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 19:00
Environmental & Community Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Mar 25, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Central Library Community Room, Garland
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00
Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu Apr 22, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed May 5, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon May 17, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon May 17, 2027 · 16:45
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Atrium Ballroom, Garland
Wed May 19, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Thu May 27, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 19:00
Environmental & Community Advisory Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Jun 24, 2027 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 17:00
Cultural Arts Commission
The Granville Arts Center Meeting Room, Garland
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 18:00
Library Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Sep 6, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Sep 6, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Oct 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Oct 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 1, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Nov 1, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Garland
Mon Dec 6, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Jan 3, 2028 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Feb 7, 2028 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Mar 6, 2028 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Apr 3, 2028 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon May 1, 2028 · 18:00
City Council
Work Session Room, Garland
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 18:30
General
City Council to attend Citizens Fire Club Meeting
This is a notice of a potential quorum of the City Council attending a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Attendance at Citizens Fire Club Meeting at 1500 Highway 66
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Garland Fire Department
1500 Highway 66
Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 29, 2026
6:30 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Citizens Fire Club Meeting
Garland Fire Department
1500 Highway 66
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 11:30
General
City Council quorum may attend Water Matters Summit
This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend the North Texas Municipal Water District Water Matters Summit. No formal action or deliberations will take place.
- North Texas Municipal Water District Water Matters Summit
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Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 29, 2026
11:30 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
North Texas Municipal Water District — Water Matters Summit
Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 12:00
General
City Council may attend Water-Economic Development Summit
This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Garland City Council at a ceremonial Water-Economic Development Summit. No formal action or deliberation will occur, and the council does not control the event's content. The agenda is procedural only.
- Water-Economic Development Summit at Atrium, 300 N 5th Street
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Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 29, 2026
12:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Water-Economic Development Summit
Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 17:45
General
City Council may attend Citizens Fire Academy Class #45 ceremony
A quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event for the Citizens Fire Academy Class #45. No formal action or deliberations will take place during this function.
- Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45 ceremony
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Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 29, 2026
5:45 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45
Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 12:35
General
City Council to attend Northlake Elementary field trip
This notice announces a potential quorum of the City Council for a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the function.
- Field Trip - Northlake Elementary
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Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
12:35 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Field Trip - Northlake Elementary
Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 08:00
General
Garland City Council may attend GP&L Annual Employee Meeting; no action planned
This is a notice that a quorum of the Garland City Council may attend the GP&L Annual Employee Meeting at the Atrium, 300 N 5th Street, Garland, TX 75040, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations among Council members will take place and that any discussion of public business is incidental to the event. No decisions, votes, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled in this document.
- Notice of potential quorum at GP&L Annual Employee Meeting
- Location: Atrium, 300 N 5th Street, Garland, TX 75040
- Date/time: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 8:00 AM
- No formal action or deliberations by the City Council will occur
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Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
8:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
GP&L Annual Employee Meeting
Atrium
300 N 5th Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 16:30
Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board
TIF Board to review downtown revitalization and area improvements
The Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board will meet to receive staff briefings on several district initiatives. The board will discuss the status of revitalization and area improvement projects.
- Managed District Services updates
- Revitalization Program status
- Enhanced Square Programming initiatives
- Public Art discussion
- TIF #1 Area Improvements updates
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Work Session Room, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
October 28, 2026
4:30 PM
A meeting of the Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board of the City of Garland, Texas will be
held at the aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the July 29, 2026 Meeting Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee on any item on the agenda are allowed three minutes to
speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Managed District Services
Staff will brief the Board with the latest updates on Managed District Services.
b.
Revitalization Program
Staff will brief the Board on the current status of the Revitalization Program.
c.
Enhanced Square Programming
Staff will provide updates on recent and upcoming Enhanced Square Programming initiatives.
d.
Public Art
e.
TIF #1 Area Improvements
Staff will provide the latest updates regarding TIF #1 Area Improvements.
4.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
5.
ADJOURN
NOTE: A quorum of the City Council may be in attendance and may or may not participate in the discussions of the
Board.
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:30
Garland Youth Council
Garland Youth Council to meet with City Council Member Justin Caraway
The Garland Youth Council will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a meet-and-greet with City Council Member Justin Caraway. The council will also review a schedule of upcoming community events and donation drives.
- Meet and greet with City Council Member Justin Caraway
- Review of Animal Shelter Howl-o-ween in the Woods (Oct 28)
- Review of Garland Graveyard Haunted House and Trunk or Treat (Oct 30)
- Planning for November Donation Drive
- Review of December holiday events including Christmas on the Square and Pancakes with Santa
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Fields Recreation Center, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Garland Youth Council
Fields Recreation Center
1701 Dairy Road
Garland, Texas
October 27, 2026
5:30 PM
A meeting of the Garland Youth Council of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the aforementioned
location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of Minutes from October 13, 2026 Meeting
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee, Commission, or Board on any item on the agenda are
allowed three minutes to speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
City Council Meet and Greet
Youth Council Members will get to know Garland City Council Member Justin Caraway.
b.
Upcoming Meetings/Events
• October 28 - Animal Shelter Howl-o-ween in the Woods
• October 30 - Garland Graveyard Haunted House and Trunk or Treat
• November - Donation Drive Starts
• November 10 - GYC Meeting
• December 1 - GYC Holiday Party
• December 4 - Christmas on the Square
• December 5 - Pancakes with Santa
• December 8 - Snacks with Santa
4.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
5.
ADJOURN
NOTE: A quorum of the City Council may be in attendance and may or may not participate in the discussions of the
Committee or board.
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Development Services Committee
200 N. Fifth Street, Garland
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
Development Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:30
Plan Commission
Plan Commission to consider Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommending a new comprehensive plan and amendments to the city development code. The body will also review minutes from the October 12, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing for the adoption of the Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearing for GDC Amendment 26-07 regarding Tree Preservation and Mitigation Requirements
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Council Chambers, Garland
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Plan Commission
Public Meeting
Council Chambers
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
October 26, 2026
6:30 PM
A meeting of the Plan Commission of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the aforementioned location,
date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: It is the custom and tradition of the members of the Plan
Commission to have an invocation and recital of the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the beginning of the meeting.
Members of the audience are invited to participate. However, members of the audience are not required to
participate. The decision to participate is strictly a matter of personal choice and has no bearing on matters to
be considered by the Plan Commission and will not affect the decisions to be made during the meeting.
The meeting will be broadcast on City of Garland Government Access Television (CGTV). CGTV is available
via GarlandTX.gov, channel 16 (Spectrum), Channel 44 (Frontier), and channel 99 (AT&T U-verse). Meetings
are broadcast online via live-streaming, on-demand, and air on CGTV with several rebroadcasts during the
week of the meeting.
Public Comments
Your comments must relate to an item on this agenda - non-germane comments are not in order. Time limits
will be imposed by the Chairman as appropriate to the nature of the agenda item. Generally, public speakers
are given …
Notable items
- Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- GDC Amendment 26-07 Tree Preservation and Mitigation Requirements
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 12:35
General
City Council to attend field trip at Liberty Grove Elementary
This notice announces a potential quorum of the City Council for a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the function.
- Field Trip - Liberty Grove Elementary
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Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
Monday, October 26, 2026
12:35 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Field Trip - Liberty Grove Elementary
Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sun Oct 25, 2026 · 10:00
General
City Council to attend Arbor Day Tree Planting
A quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial Arbor Day Tree Planting with ASEZ WAO at Grissom Park. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Arbor Day Tree Planting with ASEZ WAO at 1130 Sleepy Hallow Drive
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Grissom Park
1130 Sleepy Hallow Drive
Garland, TX 75043
Sunday, October 25, 2026
10:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Arbor Day Tree Planting with ASEZ WAO
Grissom Park
1130 Sleepy Hallow Drive
Garland, TX 75043
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sun Oct 25, 2026 · 13:00
General
City Council quorum may attend Swavey Strong Support Event
A quorum of the Garland City Council may attend a ceremonial event. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Swavey Strong Support Event at Kearney's Feed Yard, 3602 N. Belt Line Rd, Sunnyvale, TX
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Kearney's Feed Yard
3602 N. Belt Line Rd
Sunnyvale, TX 75182
Sunday, October 25, 2026
1:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Swavey Strong Support Event
Kearney's Feed Yard
3602 N. Belt Line Rd
Sunnyvale, TX 75182
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sat Oct 24, 2026 · 17:00
General
City Council members may attend Trunk-or-Treat event
This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Trunk-or-Treat & Haunted Hall at Naaman Forest High School
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Naaman Forest High School
4843 Naaman Forest Blvd.
Garland, TX 75040
Saturday, October 24, 2026
5:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Trunk-or-Treat & Haunted Hall
Naaman Forest High School
4843 Naaman Forest Blvd.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sat Oct 24, 2026 · 10:00
General
City Council members may attend Annual Community Health Fair
This notice announces that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the function.
- Annual Community Health Fair at Greater El-Bethel C.O.G.I.C., 517 Helen Street
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Greater El-Bethel C.O.G.I.C.
517 Helen Street
Garland, TX 75040
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 AM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Annual Community Health Fair
Greater El-Bethel C.O.G.I.C.
517 Helen Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Sat Oct 24, 2026 · 14:00
General
Garland City Council may attend Dia de Los Muertos event; no formal action
This is a notice that a quorum of the Garland City Council may attend the Dia de Los Muertos event at Garland City Square. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place, and any discussion of public business is incidental. The agenda is purely procedural and ceremonial.
- Potential quorum at Dia de Los Muertos, Garland City Square, 520 W State Street
- No formal action or deliberations scheduled
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Garland City Square
520 W State Street
Garland, TX 75040
Saturday, October 24, 2026
2:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Dia de Los Muertos
Garland City Square
520 W State Street
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 10:00
General
200 N. Fifth Street, Garland
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:00
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:45
General
City Council may attend Citizens Fire Academy Class #45 ceremony
A quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event for the Citizens Fire Academy Class #45. No formal action or deliberations by the Council are scheduled to take place during this event.
- Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45 ceremonial event
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Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 22, 2026
5:45 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Class #45
Garland Fire Department
1500 Hwy 66
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 16:45
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 10:00
Community Services Committee
Committee to discuss Lake Ray Hubbard debris and native lawn policies
The Community Services Committee will discuss shoreline cleanliness at Lake Ray Hubbard and potential policies for a native lawn care program. The committee will also review Fall 2026 applications for the Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant.
- Discussion of litter and debris removal along Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline
- Discussion of potential native lawn care program policies
- Review of Fall 2026 Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant applications
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Community Services Committee
Work Session Room
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
October 22, 2026
10:00 AM
A meeting of the Community Services Committee of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
NOTICE: The Committee may recess from the open session and convene in a closed executive session if the
discussion of any of the listed agenda items concerns attorney/client communication, including
pending/contemplated litigation, settlement offer(s), and matters concerning privileged and unprivileged client
information deemed confidential by Rule 1.05 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. Sec.
551.071, Tex. Gov't Code.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider the Approval of the August 27, 2026 Meeting Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee on any item on the agenda are allowed three minutes to
speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Lake Ray Hubbard
The Committee will discuss litter, debris, and other accumulated materials along the shoreline of
Lake Ray Hubbard, including responsibilities for identifying, removing, and preventing shoreline
debris and practical, cost-effective approaches to improve the appearance, cleanliness, and
usability of lakefront areas for residents and visitors. This item was referred by Co …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:30
Administrative Services Committee
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 13:00
General
City Council may attend Ford service center grand opening
This is a notice that a quorum of the Garland City Council may attend the grand opening of the Planet Ford 635 Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Center. No formal action or deliberations will take place, and any discussion of public business is incidental to the event.
- Potential quorum at grand opening of Planet Ford 635 Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Center at 2565 McCree Rd.
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Commercial Service Center
2565 McCree Rd.
Garland, TX 75041
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:00 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Grand Opening - Planet Ford 635 Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Center
Plant Ford 635 Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Center
2565 McCree Rd.
Garland, TX 75041
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:00
Tax Increment Finance South Board
Work Session Room, Garland
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 12:35
General
City Council notice of potential quorum for Weaver Elementary field trip
This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a field trip to Weaver Elementary. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place.
- Field Trip - Weaver Elementary
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Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
12:35 PM
CITY OF GARLAND
NOTICE OF POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Garland, Texas may attend the
following ceremonial event or function:
Field Trip - Weaver Elementary
Garland City Hall, Council Chambers
200 N. Fifth St.
Garland, TX 75040
NOTICE: No formal action or deliberations between or among members of the City Council will take place. The City
Council does not control the content of any communications made during the event and any public business or public
policy to be discussed is not within the supervision or control of the City Council. Any discussion of public business at the
event or function is incidental to the event.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 08:45
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Tax Increment Finance South Board
Tax Increment Finance South Board to review TIF zone maps and development updates
The Tax Increment Finance South Board will meet to discuss TIF zone development and GIS mapping. The board will also consider the PBGT expansion and the transfer of public safety funds to the General Fund.
- Overview of TIF Zone GIS Map
- TIF Zone Development Updates and opportunity zones designation
- PBGT Expansion
- Explanation of Public Safety transfer to General Fund from TIF
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NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS
Tax Increment Finance South Board
Work Session Room of City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 N. Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
October 21, 2026
6:30 PM
A meeting of the Tax Increment Finance South Board of the City of Garland, Texas will be held at the
aforementioned location, date, and time to discuss and consider the following agenda items.
AGENDA:
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Consider Approval of the July 15, 2026 Minutes
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons who desire to address the Committee on any item on the agenda are allowed three minutes to
speak.
3.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
a.
Overview of TIF Zone GIS Map
b.
TIF Zone Development Updates, including overview of opportunity zones designation in TIF
c.
PBGT Expansion
d.
Explanation of Public Safety transfer to General Fund from TIF
4.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
5.
ADJOURN
NOTE: A quorum of the City Council may be in attendance and may or may not participate in the discussions of the
Board.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Adjustment
Council Chambers, Garland
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 08:30
General
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Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $309.9M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · MK84-4 EMPTY CASE ASSEMBLY (BOMB BODY) - NSN: 1325-01-008-1335 MK3 MOD |
| $308.8M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · THIS CONTRACT IS BEING AWARDED AS AN UNDEFINITIZED CONTRACT ACTION FOR |
| $130.2M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · THIS AWARD IS TO ISSUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOS |
| $110.4M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · MK82-1 NSN: 1325-00-585-3841; MK82-6 NSN: 1325-00-559-1663; MK84-4 NSN |
| $105.5M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · THIS AWARD IS TO ISSUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOS |
| $91.8M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · ORDERING PERIOD 4 FOR THE MK80 SERIES GP AND BLU109 TRITONAL BOMB KITS |
| $65.5M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER ISSUED FOR MK82-1 NSN:1325-00-585-3841 MK82-6 NSN:1325- |
| $36.3M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · ORDERING PERIOD 5 FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOSE AND BLU-109 TRIT |
| $31.1M | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER ISSUED FOR THE MK82-1 (NSN: 1325-00-585-3841), MK84-6 ( |
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Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Dallas County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-29,269 people (-$1.30B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Hurricane": 8, "Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 4, "Fire": 4, " · last Fri May 17, 2024)
Traffic fatalities17 (2024)
Business establishments71,182 (1,648,702 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,884/mo (1,430 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy33.3% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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159
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$786.7M
Spending$883.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$1.40B
Debt-to-revenue1.78×
Debt-load index74 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
Meeting archives
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