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Rowlett Reimagined: Shape the Future With Us

What do you envision for Rowlett’s future? Through Rowlett Reimagined, the City is developing a new strategic plan to help guide our community’s future. A 23-member Strategic Plan Steering Committee made up of residents, business owners, City Staff and City Council members has developed a proposed vision:


“Shaping a vibrant lakeside community for future generations of residents, visitors and businesses.” Thank u 


Does this reflect your vision for Rowlett? Share what resonates, what’s missing or what you would change. Submit your feedback by October 5 at noon.

 

CITY DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Herfurth Park Results

Your feedback on the future of Herfurth Park is in! The community survey received 338 responses, with shade structures, restrooms, trees and landscaping and walking paths among the top priorities.


Join us Wednesday, September 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rowlett Community Centre for an interactive planning session and another opportunity to help shape the park’s future.

Join us For: Viva Cultura

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Viva Cultura on Friday, October 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Rowlett!


Enjoy authentic food, an artisan Latin market and live entertainment, including mariachi, folklórico dance and Tejano music.

Bring the family, come hungry and experience the vibrant culture and traditions of our community.

Traffic Light Updates

Rowlett’s traffic signals have been getting an upgrade! The City recently completed the 26th of 27 signal upgrades, with the final location expected to be completed by the end of the year.


New technology will help Public Works detect failures faster, provide battery backup during power outages, improve accessibility and use traffic data to support better signal timing.

Peanut Butter Bowl Final Days

The Peanut Butter Bowl is almost over! There’s still time to help Team Rowlett stock the shelves for North Texas families in need. Donate through September 30 and help us finish strong!

WEEKLY DATES TO KNOW

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September & October 2026

City of Rowlett, Texas | 4000 Main Street | Rowlett, TX 75088 US