Jan. 9, 2026

In This Issue:

Comprehensive Plan Visioning Workshop

Election Filing Period Scheduled

New Municipal Court Schedule

MLK Day Holiday Schedule

Preparedness Survey

Library Activities

Meet Our Adoptable Pet of the Week

Public Meetings:

Jan. 12 - Town Council

Jan. 13 - Library Board

Resources:

Town Website

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Town Projects

Emergency Alerts

Community Visioning Workshop

Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026

6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Story Wedding and Event Venue, 410 Paschall Road

The Town of Sunnyvale is hosting a Community Visioning Workshop as part of the Imagine Sunnyvale Comprehensive Plan process. Come prepared to work in small break out groups on a fun mapping exercise to share your vision for the future of Sunnyvale.

This is your opportunity to identify any key planning priorities, improvements, and potential projects throughout the community. Everyone is encouraged to attend and we hope to see you there!

More information about the comprehensive plan process is available on the Imagine Sunnyvale website, including a summary of feedback received so far. Downloadable Event Flyer

Notice of Filing Period for May 2, 2026 Election

In early 2026, the Town of Sunnyvale will call a General Election for May 2, 2026 to elect two Town Council Members, designated as Places 3 and 4. Council Member terms are for a period of three years. All incumbents – Manu Danny, Place 3; and Holly Garland, Place 4 - are eligible to run for re-election.

The period for submitting an application for a place on the May 2, 2026 ballot runs from Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 at 8 a.m. through Friday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 5 p.m.

For more information, visit the Town Secretary's page on the website.

Municipal Court Schedule

Beginning on Jan. 1, the Town’s municipal court will close from 12 – 5 p.m. every Wednesday. Most citations can be addressed online on the municipal court page.

Holiday Schedule - MLK Day

Town of Sunnyvale offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The Doris Padgett Library will observe the holiday on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Recycling, trash and bulky item collections will not be impacted by this holiday schedule.

How Prepared is Our Community?

Is your household prepared for an emergency? The Town of Sunnyvale needs your responses to the Community Resilience Survey to help shape a safer, stronger North Texas!

The survey is being administered by the North Central Texas Council of Governments. Specific information from Sunnyvale residents will add great value to this regional effort and provide critical local insights for emergency preparedness. Please use the links below:

English: https://forms.office.com/r/HeK0mq0yDV

Spanish: https://forms.office.com/r/SCiadhFQzP

At the Doris Padgett Public Library

402 Tower Place in Sunnyvale

Story Times for children ages two to five and their caregivers are held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Story times include several books and a fun craft or project to take home!

January 14: Bears & Bunnies

January 21: Penguins

January 28: Pajama Storytime! (Come in your pajamas!)

Tuesday, Jan. 13 | 10:30 a.m. | Registration Required

Learn more about your Medicare options, how to enroll, qualifying for assistance and much more. Our presenter will be Benefit Advisor Anishalin Helms.

Space is limited so please register by calling (972) 226-4491 or in-person at the library.

Get to know Grey!

Learn more about this pet and others on our Petfinder page

Grey is a two-year-old female German Shepherd. Grey is an energetic friend who needs someone who is ready to put her energy and intelligence to use. This longtime shelter pet is a beautiful pup with a wonderful personality to match. She will make a great addition to any family looking for an active dog to play with.

We would love for you to share this with others and bring awareness to the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter's animals and services. If your family is ready to welcome a new member, we currently have many adoptable pets in our shelter looking for a loving home. Learn more by visiting our Petfinder page or calling (214) 862-4525.

Subscribe to Stay Informed

The Town of Sunnyvale provides several channels to communicate important Town notifications and information resources.

Subscribe to receive the Town’s weekly e-newsletter – NewsFlash – every Friday and when special situations occur.

Emergency Alerts are sent via CivicReady when urgent or emergency notifications are needed, such as boil water advisories or other time-sensitive public safety announcements.

Visit TownofSunnyvale/Communication to sign up and learn more. You must register to receive these notifications via text, phone or email. Register at TownofSunnyvale/Alerts. Be sure to click all the weather alert options you want to receive.

Explore the Town's website at TownofSunnyvale.org for these and many more resources.