July 25, 2025

In This Issue:

Charter Review Underway

Town Prepares for Comprehensive Plan Update

Subscribe to Stay Informed About Town Activities

Library Hosts Teen Writing Workshop

Meet Our Adoptable Pets of the Week

Summer Water Conservation Resources

Public Meetings:

July 28 - Town Council

Resources:

Town Website

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Town Projects

Emergency Alerts

Committee Begins Reviewing Town Charter

On July 14, the Town Council approved a resolution forming the Home Rule Charter Review Committee. The committee consists of nine residents who will review the charter and make any necessary recommendations to the voters. The committee met for the first time on July 22, and will continue meeting until August.

The Home Rule Charter is the local constitution, outlining the municipal government’s structure, powers and functions. Periodic reviews are essential to ensure the Charter remains current, effective and responsive to the community’s needs.

In other action, the Town Council also accepted the resignation of Place 4 Council Member Mark Eldridge during the July 14 meeting.

The Council will call a special election in November to allow Sunnyvale voters to elect a new Council Member for Place 4. Monitor Town Council agendas and actions for more information.

Sunnyvale Residents are Invited to Get Involved!

The Town of Sunnyvale is excited to announce the kick-off of the planning process to update the Town’s comprehensive plan. The Imagine Sunnyvale Comprehensive Plan will serve as the Town’s official guide for land use and development for the next 20 years. The comprehensive plan will address several topics, including land use and development, residential areas, commercial and employment areas, transportation, and community facilities and public infrastructure.

The public will have its first opportunity to learn more about the process and provide insights at a Community Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Sunnyvale Town Hall, 127 N. Collins Road.

When completed, the Imagine Sunnyvale Comprehensive Plan will be the product of the community, with a vision and recommendations guided by valuable input received from residents, business owners, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

Residents should track the project's progress through the project website during the next year to stay informed. To learn more about the process, explore the website or contact the Town of Sunnyvale Planning and Development Department at AskPlanning@townofsunnyvale.org or 972-203-4188.

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!

July 30: Silliness

Teen Writing Workshop | Thurs., Aug. 4, 4 p.m.

Is your teen on the path to college?

Whether they're just starting high school or gearing up to apply, this session will help them prepare with purpose—especially when it comes to those intimidating application essays.

Join local author, educator, and writing coach Angela Henderson Smith for an inspiring and practical event designed to set students up for success—whether they’re rising freshmen or seniors finalizing their college applications. More details are on the Town website calendar.

Boss Needs Your Help

Learn more about this pet and others on our Petfinder page

Boss is a five-year-old male Boxer: Say hello to Boss, a kind dog who loves his car rides and enjoys being part of a family. Boss is a smaller Boxer with a cancerous tumor on his neck and needs a family that can help take proper care of him. He is current on all vaccines and is heartworm negative, but he still needs to be neutered. Boss is also crate-trained and works well on a leash.

Please consider adopting Boss and welcoming him into your family.

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 add a member, we currently have many adoptable animals in our shelter looking for a new place to call home. Learn more by visiting our Petfinder page or calling (214) 862-4525.

Subscribe to Stay Informed

The Town of Sunnyvale provides several opportunities to subscribe to important Town notifications and information resources. Visit TownofSunnyvale/Communication to sign up and learn more.

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. 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 important resources.

Summer Water Conservation Tips

Did you know that a leaky faucet can waste 100 gallons of water per day?

Summers in Texas are hot and dry which prompts the need to use water wisely. The Town of Sunnyvale's website has several resources to help you save water and reduce your water bill.