Posted on: January 1, 2017
Don't miss the 2019 Courtyard Texas Music Series, sign up for the HOA Legal Clinic, join us for Plano Town Hall on Thursday, avoid traffic delays and get the latest on Backyard Cottages in Plano City News.
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Posted on: February 13, 2019
Get your male cat neutered for 5 cents during Nickel Neutering on Tuesday, Feb. 26.
We'll have appointments from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Plano Animal Shelter, 4028 W. Plano Pkwy. You are not required to live in Plano to take advantage of this special offer. Schedule a time for your cat by calling 972-769-4360.
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Posted on: February 13, 2019
Are you a high school student who wants to beef up your college applications? Consider applying for the Plano Mayor's Summer Internship program.
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Posted on: February 19, 2019
March 4 through April 1 is when the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will perform the annual chlorine maintenance of our water system.
You may notice a slight change in smell or taste. If you do, try these tips:
- Fill a pitcher of water and place it in your fridge overnight. This allows the chlorine to dissipate.
- Add a slice of cucumber to a glass of water for a few hours to impro...
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Posted on: January 23, 2019
Through the rest of February, you may see smoke if you live near Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve.
Plano Parks and Recreation and Plano Fire-Rescue are rejuvenating some of the blackland prairie ecosystem in this area with a series of controlled burns. The burns are expected to take place in areas west of Jupiter Road. Days may vary depending on weathe...
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Posted on: February 6, 2019
Plano City Council members voted last night to appoint Mark Israelson as Plano’s new city manager. Israelson replaces City Manager Bruce Glasscock, who retires at the end of April.
“The Council and I are excited about what is to come,” said Mayor Harry LaRosiliere. “Mark combines innovative thinking with a genuine understanding of Plano's culture of excellence. Those qualities make him uniquely qualifie...
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Posted on: January 25, 2019
Mark your calendars. The Plano Parks and Recreation Department has announced the date for its special grand reopening of the newly expanded and renovated Sam Johnson Recreation Center for Adults 50+.
The event will take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 18 at 401 West 16th Street. Attendees will have an opportunity to tour the facility immediately following the ribbon cutting.
Voters approved funding for the project in the 2009 bond election. The city ...
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Posted on: January 23, 2019
Plano City Manager Bruce Glasscock notified the City Council of his intent to retire at the end of April, 2019. Glasscock served in the public sector for 50 years, the last 29 with the City of Plano.
Glasscock began his career with the City of Plano in 1990 when he was selected Police Chief. In 1998 he was appointed additional responsibilities as Deputy City Manager and held dual leadership roles through 2001 at which time he transitioned to full-time...
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Posted on: January 29, 2019
Plano’s parks and nature preserves are popular venues for taking wedding, family, graduation and other memorable photos — and why wouldn’t they be?
Plano’s parks and nature preserves are popular venues for taking wedding, family, graduation and other memorable photos — and why wouldn’t they be? The City’s 85 parks are beautifully maintained year-round by the Pa...
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City of Plano News
Posted on: January 29, 2019
Enter your neighborhood for a chance to win use of the Pop-Up Party Trailer during National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Entries are earned by having at least one neighborhood representative attend the following events/meetings (up to 8 entries per neighborhood group):
- Neighbors Connect Series - ongoing until the April Neighbors Connect Roundtable
- 2019 HOA Legal Clinic - Satu...
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City of Plano News
Posted on: January 15, 2019
You may have thought about building additional living space on your property to host family and guests or to serve other needs.
Some Plano residents have tried to do this by building a second, smaller living space in their backyard. We call these structures Backyard Cottages. Under the current zoning regulations, only 141 Plano properties can accommodate this housing style. If the...
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Posted on: September 18, 2018
Scout groups and youth organizations are a big part of each City Council meeting. Would your troop or group like to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and Texas Pledge at an upcoming Plano City Council meeting?
Email Alice Snyder in the City Secretary's Office to secure a place on the schedule.
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Posted on: August 8, 2018
If you struggle with remembering when to place your recycling cart out for collection, we've got a new tool for you. Get reminders by text or email to your favorite device (or both).
Alerts are sent the night before your collection between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (you pick the time). The reminders adjust with the City's holiday collection schedule. A special thanks to our Kings Ridge HOA residents for helping with testing.
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