BY RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
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ALMA
Alma is inviting everyone to attend a kickoff for early voting at the Alma Candidate Mixer on April 20 at Alma Community Center from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
BARDWELL
Bardwell’s cleanup day will be April 25 from 9 a.m. to noon.
ENNIS
The Ennis Welcome Center will be displaying art from April 1–30 as its “Spring into Art!” celebration. The collective exhibit will feature the talented Art of Ennis EISD students.
FERRIS
Ferris will be introducing a monthly “Did You Know?” series, where city leaders will share practical information that helps residents better understand City operations and services.
This month’s topic is property taxes. In the last 10 years, the Ferris’ overall property tax rate has decreased by 17.8%. While Senate Bill 2 and state compression requirements have played a role, the City also went beyond those minimum requirements through local policy choices and disciplined fiscal management.
The Ferris Facebook page reminded “It is important to remember that the City controls only the City portion of the property tax rate. Appraised values and the rates adopted by other taxing entities also affect the final bill. So, a lower City tax rate does not automatically mean every total tax bill will decline. It does mean the City has worked to reduce its share of the rate over time.
GARRETT
Garrett City Council meetings are on the third Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at 208 North Ferris Street, Ennis.
GLENN HEIGHTS
Glenn Heights annual Community Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 8 a.m. to noon at Heritage Park. On Site services will include brush & trash collection, paper shredding, small electronics recycling, clothing & household item drop-off (World Wear Project will be on-site to collect small toys & slightly used clothing), and tire collection.
ITALY
On April 9 the residents of Italy can meet their city council candidates at S.M. Dunlap Library at 7 p.m.
MIDLOTHIAN
The Midlothian Heritage High School Softball team honored and recognized First Responders at their game last week thanking them for their important service in the community.
MILFORD
April 11 is Milford’s Spring Clean-up day. The event will be from 8 a.m. to noon at the dumpster under the water tower. One load per household and proof of residency is required with either a current water bill, photo ID or a property tax statement.
OAK LEAF
Oak Leaf City Council meetings are second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
OVILLA
The Ovilla Trash off and Extreme Green Event will be held on its rescheduled date of May 30 this year from 8 a.m. to noon. Hosted by the city and CWD, the event gives Ovilla residents an opportunity to dispose of items that are not typically accepted with regular curbside trash service. Residents may bring items such as brush and bulky waste, used electronics, household hazardous waste, appliances, tires and personal documents for shredding. The event queue will begin on Westlawn Drive.
PALMER
Interested in being a Palmer Belle? Tryout clinic starts Monday, April 6th in the PES Gym! Pick up a tryout packet in the front office for more information and reach out to Mrs. Havener with any questions you have at Khavener@palmer-isd.org
RED OAK
Take a look at the recent progress on Live Oak Street in Red Oak. Crews have planted new trees, installed a raised crossing to slow traffic and make it safer for pedestrians accessing Watkins Park, and they are also repaving sections of the roadway, installing lights, and continuing to expand the parking lot.
VENUS
Venus and Venus ISD are seeking election workers for the May 2 General Election. The location is the Venus Civic Center at 210 S. Walnut Street, Venus. They need one bilingual worker and Election Clerks at $15 hour, as well as two early voting ballot board members at $15 hour with dates/times TBD. You must live within city limits and be a registered voter. If interested contact the City Secretary at (972) 366-3348 ext. 207.
WAXAHACHIE
Last week, Waxahachie hosted a retirement celebration honoring Utilities Director David Bailey. The event was filled with family, friends, colleagues, and former coworkers who came together to celebrate his 35 years of dedication and service to our community.
