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GarlandTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
245,298
Per-capita income
$31,477
Median home value
$248,900
Bachelor's or higher
25%
Typical home value $280,515 -2.9% yr/yr · +12.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
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

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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.

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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 …
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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.

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200 N. Fifth Street, Garland
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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. …
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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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.

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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 …
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Sat Nov 7, 2026 · 09:00

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 …
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Work Session Room, Garland
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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 …
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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.

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Plant Ford 635 Ford Pro Elite 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.

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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

General

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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:30

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.

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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

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$309.9MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · MK84-4 EMPTY CASE ASSEMBLY (BOMB BODY) - NSN: 1325-01-008-1335 MK3 MOD
$308.8MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · THIS CONTRACT IS BEING AWARDED AS AN UNDEFINITIZED CONTRACT ACTION FOR
$130.2MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · THIS AWARD IS TO ISSUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOS
$110.4MGENERAL 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
$105.5MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · THIS AWARD IS TO ISSUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOS
$91.8MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · ORDERING PERIOD 4 FOR THE MK80 SERIES GP AND BLU109 TRITONAL BOMB KITS
$65.5MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER ISSUED FOR MK82-1 NSN:1325-00-585-3841 MK82-6 NSN:1325-
$36.3MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · ORDERING PERIOD 5 FOR THE MK80 SERIES GENERAL PURPOSE AND BLU-109 TRIT
$31.1MGENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS,
Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER ISSUED FOR THE MK82-1 (NSN: 1325-00-585-3841), MK84-6 (
$18.8MAZURA CONSULTING LLC
Department of Commerce · NOAA FISHERIES/NEFSC,PROTECTED SPECIES BRANCH (PSB), MONITORING AND RE

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 ({&quot;Hurricane&quot;: 8, &quot;Severe Storm&quot;: 6, &quot;Flood&quot;: 4, &quot;Fire&quot;: 4, &quot; · 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

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

114
Recorded votes
$786.7M
Annual budget
$1.40B
Debt outstanding
159
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

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 use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.495
All kids
0.454
Black kids
0.363

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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.

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