Friday@5 - September 15, 2023

Here’s your top news and events for the week of September 15th: 

September 15-October 15 has been proclaimed as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Rowlett! Swing by Downtown Rowlett to see the water tower lit in blue and red tonight in celebration. 

To celebrate Library Card Signup Month, Our library is holding three drawings for $50 to Half Price Books! So How do you win? You can do one or all of the following: 

1. Sign up for your very own library card. All ages are eligible.
2. If you know someone who doesn't have a card, encourage them to come in. Each person you refer is an entry.
3. Use your library card during the month of September.

Is your library card well-worn or missing? We'll replace it during the month of September as well, free of charge!

Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/3n7csaap 

On Wednesday your Mayor and City Council hosted a public Town Hall Meeting, if you missed it, check out the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbrFrcRzcoU 

Last weekend we unveiled the 9/11 Memorial Sculpture at Fire Station Two, to learn more check out the latest episode of the My Rowlett podcast.

👂 Listen here: https://tinyurl.com/464xxr9r 

🎥 Watch here: https://tinyurl.com/tj5n47vj 

Watch the recap video from the event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09MUlNGFuEA 

Starting next week, your City Council has a new meeting schedule! Work Sessions will be held at 6:00 PM on the Monday preceding the first and third Tuesday regular City Council Meeting. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/yz38x5xp 

Heads up! Next week, your City Council is hosting a public hearing on the proposed tax rate on September 19 at 7:00 PM at City Council Chambers. Council will also vote to adopt the next fiscal year's budget that evening as well. More info here: https://tinyurl.com/yz38x5xp 

And finally don’t forget to join us tonight for Friday Night Grooves here in Downtown Rowlett! The party starts at 7:30pm! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/4raes7x5 

Have a great weekend Rowlett!