Carrollton continues to deliver greattasting, high-quality water to your tap. To view the City of Carrollton’s 2024 annual water quality report and learn more about the City’s Superior Rated drinking water, visit cityofcarrollton. com/WaterQualityReport. This report contains important information about the source and quality of local drinking water. Call the number below for questions about the report or to request a paper copy.
El Reporte Anual Sobre la Calidad del Agua 2024 Está Disponible Carrollton continúa entregando agua de buen sabor y alta calidad a sus hogares. Visite la página cityofcarrollton.com/ InformeCalidaddelAguaPotable, para conocer más sobre el nivel superior del agua potable en nuestra ciudad, en el Reporte Anual sobre la Calidad del Agua de la Ciudad de Carrollton 2024. Este reporte contiene información importante acerca de la fuente, y calidad del agua que usted consume. Llame al número debajo si tiene preguntas sobre el reporte; o si le gustaría tener una copia impresa.
972-466-3425
Enjoy Carrollton’s All-Access Amenities
From outdoor adventures and fun with friends to public art and local history, there’s learning and laughs around every corner.
• Step out onto one of Carrollton’s state-ofthe-art Dream Courts. These multipurpose play spaces were built to provide a safe place to shoot hoops, socialize, and learn about teamwork and good sportsmanship.
• For the history buffs, explore Historic Downtown Carrollton with a self-guided walking tour. Pick up a free copy of the Carrollton Historic Tour Map at any City facility.
• Prefer art? Visit cityofcarrollton.com/ arts for an interactive map of Art Around Carrollton, such as sculptures, murals, and even bright designs on storm drain inlets across Downtown. While there, don’t forget to look for Carrollton’s cutest Downtown residents, the Carrollton Critters.
• Bring out the smiles and happy squeals as little ones play in the water at W.J. Thomas and Oak Hills Splash Parks.
• Grab a racket or paddle and head to one of Carrollton’s 11 satellite tennis courts or 10 neighborhood pickleball courts to enjoy a game with friends. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Take a jog, walk, or bike ride along the 30+ miles of paved hike and bike trails, then find a spot to sit down and relax at one of Carrollton’s 29 developed parks and recreation sites, including five inclusive playgrounds.
• Step into the past at the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum and experience a glimpse into homestead life in north central Texas during the early 1900s.
• Go on a StoryWalk® at Clifford Hall Park for an interactive reading experience while enjoying the nature trail.
• Play a game of soccer at the Holman D. Rhoton Park soccer court
• Love nature? Hike the Elm Fork Nature Preserve to enjoy plants, birds, and other creatures in their natural habitat.
• Get some fresh air and play a fun (or competitive) game of disc golf at the Jimmy Porter or Greenbelt Area 2 Disc Golf Courses.
• Play frisbee with a furry friend or let him/ her meet new dogs to play with at the McInnish and Rosemeade Dog Parks.
• Enjoy free events all across town such as May the 4th Be With You, Public Works Equipment Rodeo, or Chalk the Park.
• Need a quiet place to relax and recharge after spending the day outdoors? Check out all the free resources and services available at both Carrollton Public Library locations.
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Susana Gómez 2025 Storm Drain Art Contest, People’s Choice Winner
Stay Safe this Summer
Below are a few tips and reminders to help everyone stay safe and healthy amidst the Texas summer heat.
• Never leave children or pets in an unattended vehicle.
• Limit outdoor activities to early morning or late evening.
• Protect pet paws from hot surfaces and give them extra water.
• Check on a friend or neighbor.
• Watch for signs of heat stress (ex: paleness, muscle cramps, dizziness, or fainting).
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Save Water This Summer
Conserving water during the hottest months is both cost-effective and good for the planet. Start saving today with these easy tips.
• Fix leaks around the house. No matter how small, it adds up.
• Don’t overwater the lawn or water during peak periods. Twice-weekly deep waterings work best.
• Plant wisely using native and adapted plants that require less water and withstand drought.
• Spread organic mulch around shrubs and plants to reduce evaporation.
• Adjust sprinklers to avoid spraying the sidewalk or driveway, and install rain/freeze sensors.
• Sweep driveways, sidewalks, and steps rather than hosing them off.
• Install high-efficiency toilets to reduce water usage by 20 to 60 percent for the average family.
• Take shorter showers instead of baths, and use a low-flow showerhead.
• Invest in high-efficiency appliances and only run full loads.
• Turn off the faucet while brushing teeth or shaving.
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New Economic Development Director
Jenny Zeilfelder brings more than 16 years of experience to the role as well as a deep understanding of the DFW market.
After an extensive search, the City has selected Jenny Zeilfelder as its new Economic Development Director. The position focuses on exciting objectives such as recruiting new businesses to Carrollton, managing large-scale projects for Trinity Mills Station, and leading development efforts for the City’s newly adopted Downtown Master Plan. Other priority areas include business resources, incentive management, and transitoriented development to strengthen the local commercial and industrial environment.
“Carrollton offers many opportunities for new development, re-development, and job expansion,” Zeilfelder said. “I’m thrilled to join an experienced team of professionals already in place, including the City Council and City staff, as we partner with the business community to achieve success.”
In her nearly 12 years as the City of Plano’s International Business Manager, Zeilfelder helped finalize major projects that brought in over $4 billion of investment, with an impressive $500 million from projects Zeilfelder directed, and more than 28,000 jobs for the community. She holds a bachelor’s
Open Call for Festival Vendors & Sponsors
From delicious eats to handmade goods, the 2025 Festival at the Switchyard is looking for food and artisan/craft vendors to provide a unique shopping and dining experience to all festivalgoers on Saturday, November 8 in Historic Downtown Carrollton.
The vendor application window will open in early June. Spots are available for booths as well as food trucks or trailers. Follow the Festival on social media or visit the link below for specific dates.
Own a business? Become an official sponsor of the Festival. Sponsorship opportunities are available for companies to get involved and showcase their offerings while getting their name out to the Carrollton community, DFW Metroplex, and beyond.
degree in public relations and marketing from Texas A&M University-Commerce as well as a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Texas. Originally born and raised in the Republic of Korea, Zeilfelder was able to use her background to lead the City of Plano Mayor’s delegation trip to Japan and South Korea in April 2023 and Taiwan in March 2024, drawing from her international experience to foster recruitment and retention of companies in the community.
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CPD Launches Carrollton Safe
This voluntary program provides a database of camera locations that may assist police in a criminal investigation.
The Carrollton Police Department (CPD) has partnered with Flock Safety, inviting residents, businesses, and organizations to register their security cameras to enhance community safety and aid in criminal investigations.
This voluntary camera registry program will help officers quickly identify where cameras are located when gathering video evidence, eliminating the need for traditional door-todoor canvassing and saving valuable time. Most importantly, the registry does not allow anyone to automatically access live video streams or footage of privately owned cameras. Signing up simply lets investigators know a camera exists at a specific location
and allows officers to contact participants if an incident occurs nearby. The program ensures privacy while encouraging community cooperation.
A secondary option allows residents and businesses to voluntarily integrate their live video streams directly into CPD’s system. Investigators can then access real-time video in the event of an emergency or active situation, improving response times and officer and citizen safety.
Visit the website below to learn about the different options available to either register or integrate existing cameras.
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Carrollton Maintains ‘AAA’ Bond Rating
The City earns the highest possible long-term debt rating from Fitch Ratings, Inc. on its series of bonds.
Fitch Ratings, Inc. assigned a long-term “AAA” rating to the City of Carrollton for $195 million in outstanding general obligation (GO) bonds, improvement bonds, and improvement and refunding bonds. Fitch also independently affirmed Carrollton’s “AAA” long-term rating for the City’s Issuer Default Rating. The ratings’ outlooks on both are Stable.
The City Council regularly reviews rolling capital improvement plans, budgetary status reports, and quarterly investment reports supplied by City management. The “AAA”
rating is only possible through a team effort that begins with elected officials, appointed leadership, and both the City’s Chief Financial Office and Finance Department operating together to ensure City resources are managed effectively across 37.1 square miles of residences, businesses, streets, and green spaces.
Fitch Ratings is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries and provides credit ratings, expert commentary, and market research.
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The Popular Annual Financial Report, or PAFR, is designed to provide a synopsis of how the City is meeting established financial standards and ideals in an easy-to-understand format. Scan the QR code or visit the link below to read the FY2024 report.
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Decluttering?
Having a garage sale is a great way to get rid of old, unwanted, or unused items. Although a permit is not required, the City Code of Ordinances allows a maximum of four garage sales per year. Each sale may last no more than three consecutive days and must be spaced at lease 30 days apart. Visit the link below for other restrictions, such as sign size
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Reading Challenge
This summer, embark on an exciting literary journey full of adventure, laughter, learning, and fun. Register at carrollton.beanstack.org today, and take the Summer Reading Challenge (Sunday, June 1-Friday, August 1)
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ALL FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL WITHIN CARROLLTON CITY LIMITS
The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited. Violators are subject to a fine and/or jail time.
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Common Code Violations
Maintaining a home’s general aesthetic not only makes it visually attractive but also contributes to the community’s safety, health, and welfare. Follow the tips below to avoid common property maintenance violations while keeping Carrollton beautiful and safe.
• Keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.
• Avoid creating a hiding place for rodents and other vermin by removing and disposing of all brush piles, trash, or debris.
• Remove inoperable or junk vehicles from the property or park them in the garage screened from public view. A car tarp does NOT qualify.
• Park vehicles on a surface that meets City code, not on the grass.
• Do not allow fences to lean more than 15 degrees. Do not prop up from the outside area where they can be seen by the public.
• Do not repair vehicles unregistered to the property.
• Remove dead trees, bushes, shrubs, or other dead vegetation.
• Replace all broken or missing pickets on a fence. If stained or painted, it must be a uniform color.
• Maintain the exterior of all structures by removing or fixing broken windows, torn screens, rotted wood, mold, missing roof shingles, damaged soffits and fascias, etc.
• Avoid basketball goals from overhanging the streets or alleyways or being placed to obstruct sidewalks.
• Keep spa and swimming pool water clean, treated, and recirculating to prevent a mosquito breeding ground from forming.
• Discharge swimming pool water through the sanitary sewer connection on the property, not into the alley or street.
For questions or to report a violation, contact Environmental Services.
972-466-5727
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Upcoming Events
Carrollton Tails & Trails 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, June 7, 8 a.m., Parking @ Creekview High School – Preregister by Monday, June 2 for an early-bird discount. Race benefits the Carrollton Animal Services & Adoption Center.
Swim-In Cinema, June 13 & July 11, 7-10:30 p.m., $5/resident, $9/ non-resident, Rosemeade Rainforest –Swim up for a movie by the pool. Open swim from 7 p.m. to dusk; featured film after sunset. Tickets are sold at the event only. Driver’s license must be presented for resident rates.
Path to Homeownership Workshop, June 18, 6-8 p.m., Courts Community Room – Learn about the benefits of owning a home, the dos and don’ts of applying for a mortgage, and what to expect.
Independence Day Concert, July 3, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Carrollton Senior Center – Enjoy patriotic music by The New Horizons Band and a free lunch (one per person) while supplies last.
Independence Day Fireworks Show, July 3, 9:30 p.m., Over Josey Ranch Lake – View the display from surrounding neighborhoods, around the lake, or in one of the nearby parks. There will be no on-site event.
Wildlife in Carrollton Workshop, July 16, 6-8 p.m., Courts Community Room – Learn how to resolve human-wildlife conflicts and live harmoniously with various species.
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, July 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Josey Ranch Lake Library – Roll up a sleeve and join in this lifesaving effort by donating blood on behalf of Team Fire or Team Police. The team that recruits the most eligible donors wins bragging rights.
• June 20 & July 25: Special Needs Swim Night
• July 26: Shipwrecked at Rainforest cityofcarrollton.com/calendar
