Nov. 15, 2024

In This Issue:

Celebrate an Important Business Groundbreaking

Give Your Input for Parks Development

Meet This Week's Featured Adoptable Pet

November Events at the Doris Padgett Public LIbrary

Public Meetings:

Planning & Zoning Nov. 20, 8 p.m.

Resources:

Town Website

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Emergency Alerts

Groundbreaking Set for New Tom Thumb Grocery Store

The Gateway Park developers plan to break ground on the new Tom Thumb grocery store on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 3:30 p.m.

Last spring, the Sunnyvale Town Council approved an economic development incentive for a Tom Thumb store to be built at the Gateway Park retail center on Belt Line Road and Town East Boulevard.

The grocery store will be a part of a $120 million development at Gateway Park that spans 240,000 square feet. This development aims to include additional retail stores, restaurants, and athletic facilities.

“The Town Council is thrilled to provide our residents with this investment,” said Mayor Saji George, who also serves as the Chair of the Town’s 4B Economic Development Corporation. “Our goal when looking to attract and retain businesses is to ensure that they align with our community’s essential needs and identity. We hope this development is put to great use as we look to further improve our quality of life.”

Tom Thumb is breaking ground on two additional stores in North Texas the same day.

Thursday, Nov. 21 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Sunnyvale Town Hall

Please provide your input as the Town of Sunnyvale develops plans for improvements at Jobson and Samuell Farm North Parks.

The Town will host a public input meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21 at Sunnyvale Town Hall, 127 N. Collins Road. During the meeting, you can learn more about recommendations for these two parks made as part of the 2021 Parks Master Plan and recent public surveys that were completed this summer. Proposed concept plans will be presented, and we would really like your insights for future park development.

Additional sports fields, playgrounds, and trails could be options for future improvements. Watch for additional public input opportunities in mid-December, which will result in a final plan. Construction is expected to begin in mid-to-late 2025.

Draft Concept Plans

Join Sunnyvale's Turkey Trot to Support Our Animal Shelter

Thursday, Nov. 28, 6:30 a.m. check-in SISD Raider Stadium Parking Lot 222 N. Collins Road

This year's Fast & Furriest Turkey Trot continues its tradition of benefiting the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter.

Registrants will receive event t-shirts and medals while supplies last.

Early packet pickup is encouraged and is set at 1:30 to 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 26 and 27 at Sunnyvale Town Hall, 127 Collins Road. Day-of pickup will begin at 6:30 a.m. at the event site.

For details about registration, race day schedule and more, visit the event page on the Town website.

Celebrate the Holiday Season

Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Sunnyvale Town Hall – 127 N. Collins Road

Join Sunnyvale for its Deck the HALL Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony! Enjoy family fun, festive music and beautiful holiday decorations.

Bring a new unwrapped toy in support of the Sunnyvale Police Department's 2nd Annual Toy Drive benefitting Sharing Life Community Outreach.

November at the Doris Padgett Public Library

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5:30 p.m.: The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Alison Pataki

The monthly meeting of our book club. We encourage you to come even if you didn’t get all the way through the book for some great conversation. Complimentary refreshments and coffee served. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library in advance of the meeting.

Thursday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.: SuperUser Class - Want to learn more about all the amazing digital resources the Doris Padgett Public Library has to offer? You’re in luck! Come by the library and let our staff show you the amazing things your library card can give you access to, often from the comfort of your own home and devices! There’s a ton of cool things to learn and fun to be had! Light refreshments provided.

Friday, Nov. 22, 4 p.m.: Thanksgiving Craft-a-palooza - It’s a wonderful time of year for crafting! Join us for some crafting fun for the family for the holidays and make some crafts you’ll be thankful to take home and use to make your home more festive!

Saturday, Nov. 23, 4 p.m.: Teen Advisory Board - If you’re between the ages of 12-18, please join us to talk about what you think is cool and what you want to see from our library! We’ll be making an awesome mini-bookshelf craft, so call the library at (972)226-4491 to secure your spot! We can’t wait to hear what you think!

Story Time at the Library

Third Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Nov. 20 - Library opens at 1:30 p.m., no Story Time
Nov. 27 - Turkeys

Story Times for children ages 2 to 5 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!

Adopt a Pet in Time for the Holidays!

Roscoe is a 2-year-old male Pit Bull Terrier. Hi there, I'm Roscoe! I'm full of energy and always ready for a game of fetch. I love being the center of attention and making people laugh with my goofy antics. I'm also a big softie who loves a good belly rub and a friendly face. My playful spirit and friendly nature make every day an adventure. I'm always ready to make new friends and can't wait to find a family to keep up with my playful energy. If you're looking for a loyal companion who's always up for fun, I'm your guy!

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.

Fall Newsletter Available Online

The Fall 2024 edition of the Sunnyvale Review is available online and will be on its way to mailboxes soon.

This issue includes a recap of the recently approved Town budget, updates on upcoming Town and economic development projects, and information about upcoming Town events that you won't want to miss!