Jan. 23, 2026

In This Issue:

Election Filing Period Open

Sunnyvale Adds New Ambulance

Library Activities

Meet Our Adoptable Pet of the Week

Public Meetings:

Jan. 26

4B Development - 5 p.m.
4B-Town Council Joint Mtg - 6 p.m.
Town Council - 7 p.m.

Resources:

Town Website

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Town Projects

Emergency Alerts

The Town of Sunnyvale is monitoring conditions related to incoming wintry weather. Please monitor the Town’s social media page and website for updates.

Updates about impacts to Town services are being posted on the website as they become available.

Residents are encouraged to take steps to protect pipes, pets, plants and people who might need assistance.

Important reminder to locate your main water cutoff, in case your pipes freeze. Be sure to keep faucets inside your home dripping and cover your outdoor pipes and faucets.

If you have a water emergency during this storm, call (972) 251-0567.

For important updates, sign up to receive emergency notifications from the Town.

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 through Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Voters will also see several proposed amendments to the Town Charter on the May ballot.

For more information about the Council election an the proposed Charter amendments, visit the Town Secretary's page on the website.

Sunnyvale Fire Rescue Expands Resources

The Sunnyvale Fire Rescue team continues to enhance its ability to protect the community.

The department is adding a new ambulance to its fleet, strengthening emergency medical response and improving patient care. The new unit replaces aging equipment and improves safety, reliability, and operational readiness for both residents and first responders.

Fire leadership is grateful to Council and the Town residents for allowing us to make this important upgrade.

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

Get to know Dutchess!

Learn more about this pet and others on our Petfinder page

Dutchess is a two-year-old female Domestic Short Hair cat: Dutchess is a happy, healthy and playful kitty who loves companionship. She greatly enjoys sitting on one’s lap and purring herself to sleep. She also loves to play and chase toys around. Consider adopting Dutchess and adding her to 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 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.

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