The Carrollton Public Works team is hiring for a variety of positions. With eight operational divisions ranging from Street Maintenance and Repair to Water Distribution, opportunities abound.
Carrollton is looking for motivated individuals with:
• A strong work ethic and a passion for public service
• Experience in construction and maintenance
• A desire to grow their career and be part of a supportive team
The City offers comprehensive benefits: medical coverage, dental and vision plans, an Employee Health & Wellness Center, life and disability insurance, Texas Municipal Retirement System retirement plan, and more.
New to construction? Apply for the Public Works Apprenticeship to gain eight weeks of paid experience. Fulltime job offers may be made to selected apprentices upon completion of the program. Applicants must be 18 years or older, have a valid Texas driver’s license, and be available for interview.
cityofcarrollton.com/jobs
2024 Highlights & Milestones
Below are some of the successes that make Carrollton the community families and businesses want to call home.
• Designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office
• Fitch and S&P reaffirmed the City’s “AAA” rating in all bond categories
• Collected 151,141 cu. yd. (28,383 tons) of storm debris from the May 2024 storm
• Received the Silver Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™
• Carrollton Fire Rescue (CFR) established a Youth Fire Academy & Emergency Medical Technician Training Program
• Council increased the senior and disabled homestead tax exemptions to $97,000
• Reduced the property tax rate for the 11th year in a row
• Carrollton Animal Services & Adoption Center (CASAC) found FURever homes for 469 animals, rescued 622, and reunited 582 with their owners
• CFR trained 8,965 citizens in CPR
• Marketing Services received 13 state and national communication awards
• Ranked among the top 25 safest cities nationwide by GOBankingRates
• Received Emergency Management 2024 NCTCOG Regional Excellence Award
• Hosted the 2024 LIV Golf Tournament
• Hired new Assistant City Manager
• Received the 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award
• Chosen for the National Sustainability Leadership Program
• Expanded Rosemeade Recreation Center to include a full-size gym, an indoor walking track, an esports room, and more
• Installed eight public SaveStations® with Lifesaving AEDs at athletic facilities
• Received a 2024 Municipal Traffic Safety Awards Honorable Mention
• More than 1M physical and digital materials borrowed from the Carrollton Public Library
• CFR received the 2024 Achievement of Excellence Silver Award at the Texas Fire Marshals’ Association
• Installed a state-of-the-art playground at Branch Hollow Park
• First in Texas and fourth in the nation to implement the Avive Solutions, Inc. 4 Minute City™ AED Program
• Received the prestigious Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® national award
• Donations of more than $15K, plus 4,005 lbs. of dog food, cat food, and cat litter supported animals at CASAC
• 72 lives will be saved by donations made at the Battle of the Badges blood drive
• Ranked top five Hardest-Working Cities in the U.S. by CoworkingCafe
• Destroyed more than 1,214 lbs. of pharmaceuticals for Drug Take Back
• Received the City’s fifth Gold Fleet award from the DFW Clean Cities Coalition
• First in the DFW Metroplex to implement a storm drain art program
With the click of a button, parents can teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love. TumbleBookLibrary allows families to immerse themselves in a world of animated picture books. It’s unlimited and free with a Carrollton Public Library card; no download is required. The site also features Spanish and French books, read-along chapter books, non-fiction books, and exciting games and puzzles.
cityofcarrollton.com/library
Prevent Mosquito Breeding Grounds
Mosquitoes only need a small amount of still water or heavy vegetation to reproduce. Follow the tips below to reduce potential sources.
• Empty and scrub, turn over, cover, or throw out any items that hold water, such as tires, buckets, planters, toys, pools, birdbaths, flowerpot saucers, pet bowls, or trash containers.
• Tightly cover water storage containers.
• Use a tight mesh with holes smaller than an adult mosquito on pipes.
• Fill tree holes to prevent them from filling with water.
• Repair water leaks.
• Add BTI insecticide to permanent standing water.
• Clean all drains and gutters.
• Ensure doors and windows are sealed properly and that screens are in place.
Call Animal Services to report standing water and stagnant pools. Don’t forget to practice the 4Ds for protecting against mosquitoes:
• Drain standing water.
• Minimize Dusk and Dawn activities.
• Dress in long, loose, light-colored clothing when outside.
• Defend against mosquitoes by applying an EPA-approved repellent when outdoors.
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cityofcarrollton.com/westnile cdc.gov
Common Items that Cannot be Recycled
Tossing items like plastic bags into the recycling bin, hoping they get recycled, is called “aspirational recycling” or “wish-cycling.”
While most residents have good intentions about recycling, it’s not always done correctly. For example, just because a clothes hanger is made of plastic doesn’t mean it’s recyclable. Follow the guidelines below to avoid contaminating a truckload of otherwise perfectly recyclable items.
• Plastic that a finger can poke through is not recyclable. Instead, take clean and dry plastic bags to store drop-off locations.
• Shredded paper can build up inside recycling equipment and cause mechanical issues. Consider taking confidential papers to community paper shredding events.
• Any items contaminated by food or liquid are not recyclable. Empty, clean, and dry items before recycling.
• Toys are often made using multiple components, including metal or rubber, in addition to plastic. Donate them for reuse.
• Textile (including clothing, bedding, and towels) can wrap around sorting equipment and create unnecessary damage and maintenance. Consider donating gently used items and dispose of the rest.
• Disposable diapers, clean or dirty, cannot be recycled. They’re made from a variety of materials that are difficult for machines to sort (and the obvious yuck inside the used ones). Always dispose of them in the trash.
• Batteries and electronics may create a fire hazard or explosion if improperly handled or punctured by recycling equipment. Dispose of these items, as well as cords and wires, properly using the Household Hazardous Waste collection service (cityofcarrollton.com/hhw).
• All foam products, from takeout containers to packing peanuts, should never be thrown in the recycling bin.
• Non-woody yard waste, such as grass clippings, leaves, weeds, and the remains of garden plants, should go in the trash bin.
Not sure if it’s recyclable? Visit the link below and ask the interactive Waste Wizard.
cityofcarrollton.com/recycling
Now Hiring Detention Officers
Interested in a career in law enforcement? The Carrollton Police Department is currently hiring Detention Officers, which is an excellent way to get started in the field.
No college degree or military experience? No problem. Start as a Detention Officer and advance to a police officer after three years of service through the City’s Lateral Entry Program.
Starting pay is $21.10 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Apply now and become part of the family.
JoinCarrolltonPD.com
Spring Trimming is Around the Corner
Trimming vegetation is one of the most effective ways residents can enhance traffic safety throughout neighborhoods.
Overgrown trees and brush endanger everyone and can interfere with the City’s ability to provide fast and effective paramedic, fire, and trash/recycling collection services by obstructing traffic signs, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists.
Did You Know?
Property Owners:
• Must care for and maintain the trees in the City’s right-of-way
• May be held responsible for any damages caused by low-hanging tree limbs and vegetation over the roadway and sidewalk
• May be held responsible for any vegetation that is knowingly obstructing a regulatory sign (stop, speed limit, school or park zone, etc.) and results in an accident or damages
Carrollton’s Code of Ordinances Requires:
• Tree/brush limbs must have a clearance of 12 feet above and one foot back from the street or alleyway
• Tree limbs over the sidewalk must be cut up to a height of 7 feet
A Good Rule of Thumb:
Trim tree growth or vegetation if:
• It is below the height of the streetlights located along the street
• The entire regulatory sign cannot be seen from three to four property lots away (approx. 150-200 feet)
Questions concerning road, sidewalk, or sign clearance? Contact Environmental Services.
972-466-5727
cityofcarrollton.com/envservices
Environmental Leadership Award Winners
Carrollton recognized 10 local companies for their commitments and efforts to ensure a sustainable community.
The City’s Environmental Services Department recently recognized industries that consistently complied with industrial pretreatment and stormwater regulations in 2024. Together, these companies have worked hard to make Carrollton a healthier, greener, and more sustainable City, and the community that families and businesses want to call home.
Environmental Leadership awards were presented at the December City Council meeting to representatives from Electro Plate Circuitry, Inc.; Image Industries; International Paper Company – Belt Line Road; QPC
(Quality Powder Coating); Quantum Global Technologies, LLC.; Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products; Teasdale Latin Foods; Texas Finishing Company; Wash Solutions Inc.; and Western Extrusions.
Of the 10 companies awarded, Electro Plate Circuitry, Inc.; Image Industries; and Western Extrusions were selected to receive the Environmental Distinction Award for displaying leadership in meeting and exceeding environmental requirements.
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cityofcarrollton.com/news
Recognizing Business Excellence in Carrollton
At the Council meeting on Tuesday, January 7, Mayor Steve Babick presented the inaugural Mayor’s Spotlight Award to Carrollton-based company, Tech Safety Lines, Inc. This award recognizes local businesses that drive innovation, growth, and excellence in the community. Tech Safety Lines, Inc. exemplifies the spirit of the community and contributes to Council’s vision for Carrollton to be the community that families and businesses want to call home.
cityofcarrollton.com/news
Egret/Heron Nesting Deterrent Patrol
Beginning mid-March and running through mid-May, Carrollton Animal Services will be patrolling some residential areas of the community to deter egrets and herons from nesting. The City thanks residents in advance for their patience, as many of the tools used (screamers, bangers, and propane cannons) create loud noises and can be disturbing. Report new nesting activity in your neighborhood.
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cityofcarrollton.com/animalservices
Highlights
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• Installed communication boards at five City parks and a sports field dugout
• Completed 32 City projects with General Funds and 19 with Community Development Block Grants
• Ranked as one of the top 20 Best Real Estate Markets nationwide by WalletHub
• Volunteers collected 547 bags of trash from locations around the City
• Carrollton Police Department provided more than 400 residents with steering wheel locks and upgraded vehicles with the latest theft technology
cityofcarrollton.com/news
7 Steps to a Smart Yard
No matter the starting point, add ease, comfort, and enjoyment to a yard or garden by using native and adapted plants.
March is Texas SmartScape™ Month, a regionally coordinated effort and campaign to promote water conservation, pollution prevention, and composting principles.
1. Plan and design, beginning with the end goal in mind. Consider family needs and desires when envisioning the perfect yard.
2. Reduce turf to save time and money due to less watering. Add SmartScape™ flower beds, widen pathways, and use groundcovers where it makes sense.
3. Add mulch to maintain about a 3-inch blanket on beds and around trees to help reduce evaporation and cool the soil by up to 10 degrees in the summer. Never pile mulch up around trunks or stems, but instead, arrange it as a shallow bowl.
4. Add compost to condition the soil, hold moisture, prevent run-off, reduce erosion, unlock nutrients, and help plants thrive.
5. Use the Texas SmartScape™ plant database to find native and adapted plants that thrive in North Central Texas. They are naturally drought-tolerant as well as disease and pest-resistant.
6. Water wisely, especially in the early morning when evaporation rates are lowest. Look into using drip irrigation, and remember to turn off sprinklers when it rains.
7. Avoid excessive pruning, as natural beauty softens the landscape. If problems arise, try cultural, organic, physical, and mechanical means of pest control instead of chemicals that can harm local bodies of water and the wildlife that rely on them.
Check out the Texas SmartScape™ window displays at both Carrollton Public Library locations for more information.
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cityofcarrollton.com/water txsmartscape.com
Natural vs Man-Made Water Issues
Many factors affect the appearance of surface and groundwater, whether natural or created by human activities.
While many illicit or prohibited discharges cause a wide range of problems in waterways, there are also naturally occurring substances that give the appearance of an illicit discharge, such as:
• Iron bacteria, commonly found in soil, are naturally occurring microorganisms that can produce orange or reddish-brown slime or an oily sheen in water. Most common in the spring and fall, they can live in fresh and saltwater and are especially prevalent in slow-moving or iron-rich groundwater.
• Natural decomposition is a process that can leave a shiny, sometimes iridescent, film on the water’s surface. It is most commonly seen in puddles or areas with low or stagnant flow rates. Smelling the water or swirling the film with a stick are effective testing methods. Natural bacteria will break apart, whereas man-made substances will clump back together.
• Brown or tan-colored foam can develop when plants and other materials break down and enrich the water with nutrients. The foam may start white but turns brown as it collects organic matter and sediments. It can smell earthy, fishy, or grassy and is usually more pillowy than sudsy. Human pollution foam is usually bright white, slimy, and has a chemical odor.
Residents are encouraged to contact Environmental Services if they think they observed an illicit discharge or spill.
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cityofcarrollton.com/stormwater
Upcoming Events
C-Con, March 7, 5-8 p.m., Josey Ranch Lake Library – Dress up in cosplay (optional), enjoy a magic show, challenge friends to an escape room or a game of trivia, make crafts, and more.
Fix a Leak Week, March 17-23 – Hunt down drips inside and outside the home to save valuable water and money all year long. Visit cityofcarrollton.com/water for more information.
Paws on the Square, April 5, 9 a.m.12 p.m., Historic Downtown Carrollton – Get updated pet photos at photo op stations, meet and greet local pet organizations, and shop dog-related items from vendors. Rabies vaccinations will be available for a small fee.
Carrollton Health & Safety Fair, April 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Standridge Stadium – Learn about the services provided by Carrollton’s Fire Rescue, Police, and Office of Emergency Management. Enjoy attractions and demonstrations, games, free CPR education, informational booths from community health and human services partners, and food vendors. Limited onsite medical services will be provided.
Earth Day Celebration, April 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Josey Ranch Lake Library – Explore the Pocket Prairie, learn about local wildlife, participate in various crafts and activities, release ladybugs, view the Recycled Art Contest submissions, ask a Master Gardener questions, enter to win prizes, and more.
• March 1-31: Picturing Women Inventors Exhibit
• March 15: $5 Rabies Vaccinations
• March 21: Summer Leisure Connections magazine available online at cityofcarrollton.com/leisuremag
• April 11 & 12: Friends of the Carrollton Public Library Book Sale
• April 12: Special Needs Spring Bash
• May 3: May the 4th Be With You cityofcarrollton.com/calendar
