Low Cost Vaccinations and Sterilizations

Are you looking for low cost vaccination and sterilization services?

Check out the options for local low cost vaccination and sterilization services:

• Humane Society of North Texas
  • Website: http://www.hsnt.org/
  • Phone: (817) 332-4768
• Spay Neuter Network
  • Website: https://spayneuternet.org/
  • Phone: (972) 472-3500
• Spay Neuter Your Pet
  • W...

All About Adoption from the Plano Animal Shelter

Are you interested in adopting a pet from the Plano Animal Shelter?

Keep in mind that all animals at our shelter are:

• Up-to-date on vaccines 
• Microchipped 
• Sterilized 
• Receive heartworm testing and treatment if needed 
• Given a collar and tags
• Loved by staff and volunteers 

Our standar...

Severe Weather Preparedness Poster Contest Winner

The Plano Department of Emergency Management held it's annual severe weather preparedness poster contest in April. The contest encouraged Plano children of all ages to get creative and submit artwork encompassing severe weather preparedness.This year's wi...

4 Reasons Why the Outdoor Warning System Could be Activated

Outdoor Warning Sirens are designed to alert people who are outside to seek shelter inside. In hazardous conditions, Plano's sirens will sound for 3 minutes. During monthly tests, Plano's sirens sound for 1 minute, followed by a voice saying "test.&q...

Preparation and Sale of Homemade Foods

Have you ever wondered what you might be able to make at home and sell? The City of Plano Environmental Health Division has received several inquiries recently and would like to clarify the rules around homemade foods. The Texas Cottage Food Law does allo...

Grill Safely This Summer

Avoid food poisoning this summer by following these easy steps on how to prep your food properly and grill safely:

• Keep meat, poultry and seafood in separate grocery bags to avoid cross-contamination.
• Refrigerate meat, poultry and seafood until ready to gri...

Plano Fire-Rescue Welcomes New Truck 8 Into Service

Fire Station #8 welcomed a new truck into service with a Wetdown and Push-In Ceremony.

The time-honored tradition was enjoyed by Plano Fire-Rescue staff and community members on May 10.  This station, 4621 Hedgcoxe Road, primarily serves northern Plano neighborhoods.

Plano Fire Chief Sam Greif and the department are quite proud of t...

Teens – Navigate Your Future

Start preparing to manage money without help from your parents. Learn ways to think about careers and how to navigate the education path to get there. Parr – Monday, June 17 - 2-4pm.

Presented by Plano Public Library and Collin College

Engage – page 17

Join Teen Street Team

Teens let your creative voices be heard! Help create the teen experiences you would like to see at the Plano Libraries by joining the Plano Public Library Teen Street Team (TST). Submit your application from June 1 – June 30.

TST Video

What’s That App?

Parents – learn about some of the most popular applications used by children and young teens. Studies show that children ages 8-18 are spending on average 7.5 hours a day in front of some screen. Davis Library - Friday, June 21 – 9:30-11am.

Presented by the Plano Police Department Victim Services Unit

Complete 5 Summer Learning Challenges

It’s easy! Come to a space-themed program, view art in the library, and set your reading goal. They all count towards completing 5 Summer Learning Challenges. Download the checkoff list or pick one up at any Plano Library.

Bring your completed ticket to get into one of our Big Bang Bash! celebrations at the end of the summer. Meet Pluto the Penguin, create a rocket ship and get your space-themed take home prize (while supplies last).

HarringtonSat     &...

Haggard's 30th Birthday

Visit the Spark Space at Haggard Library during June and July to celebrate Haggard's 30th year! While you’re there, you can create a birthday card, learn about the library's history and share your favorite Haggard memory.

Make plans to come to the Haggard Birthday Party Celebration on Saturday, June 8 – 11am-1pm

Engage - page 9

Wonder Café: Eagle Eye

Have you ever wondered how a computer can “see” or recognize something in a picture? Train a computer’s eye with Adam Edgar from AT&T on Saturday, July 6 – 3pm at Parr Library

Engage - page 13

2019 Summer Programs and Classes at the Library

This summer be a space explorer at the library and learn more about our galaxy. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the moon landing by making a UFO, exploring black holes, creating a nebula, embroidering a constellation and finding the missing spaceship.

• Visit artists in residence Tschaner Sefas and Katie Risor at the 18st AIRSpace. They are hosting workshops on creating an upcycled denim bowl, recycled CD mosaic art, zines and ink and watercolor urban sketching

• Learn about 3D printing with classes at Davi...

Friends Book Sale

Come to the Friends annual Book Sale July 25-27 at the Plano Event Center and support the library. There will be nearly 100,000 gently used items for sale; most priced $2 or less.

Items for sale include hardbacks, paperbacks, CDs, DVDs, records, and audiobooks. Friends’ members get 10% off all book sale purchases.

New Days & Hours

Best Selection!July 25 (Thu)

4-6pm Friends members6-10pm General public & Friends membe...

Pop-Up Party With A Shady Give-a-Way

Planning to soak up the sun this summer at a neighborhood block party? Do it with our FREE Pop-Up Party Trailer! Reserve the trailer anytime from June through August and your neighborhood can receive free sunglasses!

Fight The Bite

As the weather warms up and we spend more time outside, reduce mosquitoes by taking a few simple steps .

• Walk around your property and make sure to empty or store planters, containers, tires, buckets, pots and other open storage items holding wate...

Look No Further Because The Best Is Here

Timber Brook was named one of the Best Places to Live in America for 2019, according to rankings released by Niche. Timber Brook made the list at number 22 in the nation and number one best place to live in Plano.

The Best Places to Live rankings include c...

Neighborhood Spotlight

Recognized as one of Plano's Platinum Neighborhoods , Country Place is a strong supporter of our community. Situated along Chisholm Trail and Country Place Drive, the neighborhood supports their residents, Plano, Collin County and the Dallas/Fort Worth Me...

Counting Because We Care

On January 24, the City conducted its Annual Homeless Census in Plano. Volunteers identified 103 people without shelter and an additional 176 in transitional or emergency shelters. There was a total of 279 adults and children experiencing homelessness on ...

What A Difference A Day Makes

Plano's Love Where You Live Service Day (LWYL) on Saturday, April 27 focused on the Meadows-Ridgewood Neighborhood. With the tremendous help of 850 local volunteers and many local community partners, the event was a wonderful success. The LWYL program, sp...

Who Can I Call?

Plano City News: Be Carpool Cool on June 21

Take the Clean Air Pledge, break the World's Largest Swimming Lesson record, nominate an environmental superstar, learn about teen phone apps, avoid a street closure and more in this edition of Plano City News.

Plano City News is distributed every Tuesday to 38,750 subscribers by the City of Plano Communications and Community Outreach department. To receive a copy directly in your inbox, please subscribe. Thank you for your readership!

Summer School in Session

June 3-July 12
7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Keep your eyes alert and obey the law in school zones. Summer school is happening at elementary, middle and high schools across Plano. Not all schools are affected so watch for the flashing yellow lights. Thanks for keeping our kids safe.

Storm Debris Cleanup

Please contact Environmental Waste Services call center regarding storm debris at 972-769-4150. The team will make every effort to remove debris as soon as possible, but please be aware there is a significant amount throughout the city.

At this time, the trash and recycling team has estimated a minimum of two weeks to get everything collected. Thank you for your patience.

Red Light Camera Program Ends Immediately

The City of Plano operated a traffic safety program that used red light cameras as a method of enforcement and deterrence since 2006.

On June 2, 2019, Governor Abbott signed House Bill 1631 which immediately prohibited the use of a traffic signal enforcement system, but allows Cities to continue with their current contracts. We respect the decision of our elected officials and immediate...

Enjoy $2 Moonlight Swim Nights

Mondays are wetter and better during Moonlight Mondays at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center (TMC).

Mondays, 7-9 p.m.June 3-Aug. 5$2 per person (age 3 & up)

Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center5801 W. Parker Rd.

Normal admission is $3 per person (ages 3-15) and $6 per day (ages 16 & up). Moonlight Monday is a great deal for families to pract...

Free Play in the Park program Tuesdays through August 6 at Willowcreek Park

Looking for something fun for the kids to do this summer without breaking the budget? Sometimes the best method for making lasting memories is through the simplest of activities.

For us, that consists of giving children the gift of play in the great outdoors. That’s why we are excited to provide for the third year in a row our free Play in the Park series!

Tuesdays through Aug. 6, children of all ages can join Plano Parks and Recre...

2019 Summer Programs and Classes at the Library

This summer be a space explorer at the library and learn more about our galaxy. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the moon landing by making a UFO, exploring black holes, creating a nebula, embroidering a constellation and finding the missing spaceship.

• Visit artists in residence Tschaner Sefas and Katie Risor at the 18st AIRSpace. They are hosting workshops on creating an upcycled denim bowl, recycled CD mosaic art, zines and ink and watercolor urban sketching

• Learn about 3D printing with classes at Davi...

Read Plano's Annual Water Quality Report

Take a look back at 2018 for how our water performed throughout the testing year.

Read Plano's Annual Water Quality ReportVisit our water quality page.

Fight the Bite This Summer

Summer is here and mosquitoes are too. Plano's Environmental Health and Sustainability (EHS) team is proactively protecting Plano residents from these unwelcome pests.

Spring Cleaning? Learn Where Everything Goes

Before you tear through your closet, garage or garden, follow these rules for recycling or disposing of unwanted items.

Read on...

When's the Last Time You Took Your Dog to Dinner?

Thirteen Plano restaurants meet requirements to allow dogs on their patio.

Dog-friendly restaurants in Plano (map)  

• Brix Bar & Grill, 1410 K Ave. #1109A
• Cafe Gecko, 6145 Windhaven Pkwy.
• Eatzi's Market, 5967 W. Parker Rd.
• Hash House A Go Go, 1900 Preston Rd.
• Henry's Tavern, 5741 Legacy Dr.
• Hub Streat, 1212 14th S...

Water Twice and Water Wisely

The City of Plano asks you to water lawns and landscapes only two times a week.

Avoid watering between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and when rain is in the forecast. Based on the last digit of your home address, follow this schedule: 

•    Even digit (plus zero and homeowners associations): Monday & Thursday• &...

Sign Up for Trash and Recycling Reminders

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.

Mark Israelson, Plano's City Manager

Plano City Council members voted to appoint Mark Israelson as Plano’s new city manager. Israelson replaces City Manager Bruce Glasscock, who retired 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 qualified to usher us into the future....

Join us at Jack Carter Pool for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ Event

Team WLSL™ Gears Up to Make A Global Impression on June 20, 2019

On Thursday, June 20, 2019, tens of thousands of kids and adults at aquatic facilities around the world will unite for the ninth year in a row to make noise that Swimming Lessons Save Lives.™ A global event, The World’s Largest Swimmin...

Summer swimming roundup—your guide to Plano’s pools

Summer is just around the corner, and here at Plano Parks and Recreation we can already smell the sunscreen! Our staff has been working hard to get our outdoor pools ready for another safe and fun summer starting Memorial Day weekend.

Saturday and Sunday hours vary by pool and all will be open from 1-6 p.m. on Monday. Summer daily hours start on May 28. Although Liberty Recreation Center is currently closed for renovation, each pool in the Plano Parks and Recreation system offers somet...

Free Play in the Park program kicks off June 4 at Willowcreek Park

Looking for something fun for the kids to do this summer without breaking the budget? Sometimes the best method for making lasting memories is through the simplest of activities.

For us, that consists of giving children the gift of play in the great outdoors. That’s why we are excited to provide for the third year in a row our free Play in the Park series!

Starting June 4 and lasting through Aug. 6, children of all ages can join Pl...

What makes Plano the happiest city in America?

Some people might have been surprised to hear that Plano was recently named the happiest city in America according to a study by WalletHub.

Whatever your opinion, you have to admit there is a lot about Plano to love and be thankful for. 

But what exactly makes us THE happiest city in the country? The website came to its conclusions by looking at various health factors among more than ...

Plano’s athletic fields ready for spring sports

Spring is right around the corner! Flowers will be in bloom, people will be taking to the outdoors in droves, and Plano’s sports fields will be in full swing.

With the start of a new sports season, our Athletics Division is readying for one of its busiest times of the year. Plano’s athletic fields serve 15-plus sports organizations that provide the community with quality recreational opportunities in ...

Ask An Urban Forester: How to address Emerald Ash Borer?

Q. I have noticed some trees in the median have recently been marked with green tape. Can you tell us why they have been marked?

A. Thanks for reaching out! The trees that are marked in green flagging are ash species. What we are doing is updating our tree inventory to determine the health of our current ash population and removing any of the trees that are in poor condition.

Last m...

Plano’s parks and recreation system contributes millions to local economy

From its parks, trails and playgrounds to its recreation centers, pools and athletics fields, our city’s investment in its parks and recreation pays off in a multitude of ways.

In 2017, the Trust for Public Land released a study that explored the economic benefits that this system provides. The study also measured Plano Parks and Recreation’s overall performance and how such has impacted the community at-large.

The Trus...

Ask an Urban Forester: What is emerald ash borer and how is it affecting trees in Plano?

Q. I heard emerald ash borer has been found in Fort Worth. What is it and is it affecting our trees in Plano?

A. The emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) is a destructive wood‐boring pest of ash trees. Native to Asia, the emerald ash borer beetle (EAB) was unknown in North America until its discovery in southeast Michigan in 2002. Since then, the invasive pest...

Liberty Recreation Center renovations

Liberty Recreation Center (2601 Glencliff Dr.) is preparing for an exciting renovation project, which, when complete, will feature more than just a fresh coat of paint.

The center is expected to reopen in the fall of 2019. Follow Plano Parks and Recreation on Facebook and Twitter or visit Liberty Recreation Center’s web page to stay up-to-date on this project’s progress.

Plano voters approved funding f...

VIP Connection Spring 2019

Celebrating Plano's volunteers

Dallas Morning News: Volunteering is secret to happiness

Giving back through volunteering makes Plano happy, according to the Dallas Morning News. 

A record number of people are volunteering in Plano

NBCDFW reports on VIP's record-setting success! 

VIP Celebrates Record-Setting Success

Annual Report Highlights:

•   35 years of VIP

•   Record-setting number of volunteers 

•   Volunteer awards

•   Corporate & academic partnerships

•   VIP Sup...

VIP Connection Newsletter Winter 2018

Thankful to serve

VIP Connection Newsletter Summer 2018

Committed to serve

VIP Connection - Spring 2018

This spring brought many milestones to the VIP program. Read more.

VPay Employees Volunteer at Plano Animal Shelter

Employees from Plano-based VPay spent two Fridays in March volunteering at Plano Animal Services. Volunteering as a group with Plano Animal Services provides valuable resources for our community and helps those precious pets get one step closer to home. V...

Volunteers Wanted for Plano CARES

Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Plano Code Abatement by Residents Engaged in Service (CARES) connects local volunteers to residents in need of assistance with common property code violations. Project work days are scheduled for the 2nd Saturday of ev...

Toyota Teams with VIP for National Public Lands Day

Volunteers in Plano brought Toyota USA and National Environmental Education Foundation to celebrate National Public Lands Day in Plano, Texas! These partnerships are paramount in impacting our community. Thank you to Kym Hughes and the staff of Oak Point ...

ESL Teachers Needed

Harrington Library is looking for volunteer ESL teachers. Training is free and materials are provided. For more information, contact Julie Brown, ESL Program Director at juliebrown@lift-texas.org or call 214-824-2000 ext. 3218

In Memory of Russ Kissick

We are saddened by the passing of Russ Kissick. Russ was one of three Co-Founders and ongoing Co-Director of The Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, Inc., the non-profit organization that has served as manager of the Interurban Railway Museum sin...

Bank of America Volunteers Become Super Sorters

Thank you to the team of 14 Bank of America employees for giving an afternoon of service to Haggard Library. Employees from India and several different states joined together to help sort donations and package items for the annual fundraising books sale. ...

United Healthcare Employees Volunteer at Parr Library

Thank you to United Healthcare employees for lending a hand at Parr Library. Staff enjoyed a morning of service by cleaning and organizing children’s books for the library. Children’s book are frequently checked out and at the end of e...

Bank of America Rolls Up Their Sleeves

On Friday, September 30 six employees from one of Plano's Bank of America locations chose the Plano Animal Shelter for their volunteer day. Employees were excited to lend a hand in the kennels, help with laundry, wash many dog bowls and spend time togethe...Read on...

Hyundai Capital Lends A Hand

On Saturday, September 24th seven employees from Plano's Hyundai Capital office spent their morning volunteering at the Animal Shelter. Creating a team building event around service to the community is a great way to build comradery and motivate staff to ...

Capgemini Serve Plano

On Friday, September 23 staff from Capgemini selected the Plano Community Garden and the Animal Shelter for their service day. Staff members rolled up their sleeves helped provide maintenance of the garden, weeding, turning compost piles, laying mulch and...Read on...

Capital One, A Dog's Best Friend

On Friday, August 19 employees from Capital One spent the day volunteering at the Plano Animal Shelter. Corporate volunteers play a vital role in helping advocate for the shelter after they spend a day in the life of shelter staff. Groups are all smiles a...Read on...

Cambria Hotel & Suites Supports Animal Shelter

On Friday, September 9th staff from Cambria Hotel & Suites Plano rolled up their sleeves and spent the day volunteering at the Plano Animal Shelter. 9 Cambria employees enjoyed a day of service helping the shelter maintain a clean facility, provide se...Read on...

Frisco Roughriders lend a hand at Animal Shelter

On Sunday, August 21 staff from the Frisco Roughriders donated a morning of service to the Plano Animal Shelter. They spent time helping with cleaning and maintenance of the facility which improves the customer experience and provides a safe environment f...Read on...

Bank of America Volunteers Plant Seedlings for Parks Department

A big thank you goes out to the 10 Bank of America volunteers who planted 100 trees in the Russell Creek greenbelt for the Plano Parks Department.

Courtyard Texas Music Series: Courtney Patton & Jason Eady Sept. 5

Courtney Patton & James Eady

On his last two albums, Jason Eady earned major acclaim for his ahead-of-the-curve take on classic country, a bold departure from his earlier excursions into blues-infused Americana. Now with his sixth album, the Mississippi-bread singer/guitarist merges ...

Courtyard Texas Music Series: William Michael Morgan July 6th

William Michael Morgan

William Michael Morgan is the very definition of an old soul. His pristine Southern vocal, timeless sound and honest lyric represents a new generation of hit-makers in the tradition of Randy Travis, Alan Jackson and George Strait. The Mississippi native s...

Courtyard Texas Music Series: Max & Heather Stalling - August 1

Max Stalling's style is modern with a vintage feel. Stalling’s “Home to You” earned a Best Album and Best Male Vocal nomination for the 2011 Lonestar Music Awards, as well as #1 single on the Texas Regional Radio Report.

Stalling's style is modern with a vintage feel. With Jeff Howe on drums and percussion, Clay Willis on guitar, and Jason Steinsultz swapping between upright and electric bass, Stalling creates a dynamic live show that’s smart, charming and as li...

Courtyard Texas Music Series: Prophets & Outlaws - October 3

The southern soul band originated the heart of metropolitan Dallas. Their commanding instrumental groove, relatable lyrics, and authentic five-part harmonies have sent them to the top of the music charts and earned the band over 2 million Spotify streams.

The southern soul band originated in a Jesuit high school set in the heart of metropolitan Dallas when two brothers and a best friend came together in their shared love of music. Almost a decade and five EPs later, the now band of five boasts a massive fa...

Civil Service Exam and Physical Agility Test Workshops - Plano Police Department

The Plano Police Department will be conducting two free specialized workshops to assist those who have applied for the civil service exam on Saturday, April 27, 2019.  Please note:  the application deadline for this exam is at 11:59 p.m....

Exam Weekend:

What to Bring and What to Know the Day of the Exam

Saturday Morning: bring your ID, exam ticket and completed and notarized PHS to the exam.  Wear athletic clothing as those who pass will immediately proceed to the physical agility test. ...