Mesquite Recycles Day is Saturday, May 12

Mesquite, Texas – April 20, 2018 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. and the City of Mesquite will host the semi-annual Recycles Day event from 8 a.m. - noon on Saturday, May 12. This drive-through event will take place i...

Volunteers lend a hand with Trash Bash 2018

Mesquite, TX – April 17, 2018 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. with support from the City of Mesquite, hosted its semi-annual Trash Bash community cleanup event on April 14. In spite of the cold weather, more than 475 volunteers partici...

Mesquite’s Ashley Furniture Regional Distribution and Fulfillment Center selected as DFW’s Top 4 Ind

Mesquite, TX - April 12, 2018 - The Dallas Business Journal selected the City of Mesquite’s economic development project to bring Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. and their southwest regional distribution and fulfillment center to Mesquite as one of the ...

Drug Take Back Event to be held on April 28

Mesquite, TX - April 11, 2018 - On Saturday, April 28, the Mesquite Police Department will take part in a nation-wide collaborative effort to allow residents to dispose of unused medication. This program is part of a Drug Enforcement Administration initia...

City permit required to solicit funds at street intersections

Mesquite, TX - April 10, 2018 - Please be advised that a City of Mesquite permit is required to solicit funds at street intersections within city limits. Citizens who choose to donate money to individuals on street intersections should look for the requir...

DFW’s fourth largest homebuilder to expand into Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – March 5, 2018 – Mesquite continues to experience unprecedented new home construction success since the 1980s with the announcement that Bloomfield Homes will build 750 homes in the master-planned community of Ri...

Benjamin Moore Paints helps save Mesquite history

Mesquite, TX - April 3, 2018 - For several years, Benjamin Moore Paints has sponsored the paint product for the historic buildings at Opal Lawrence Historical Park. This spring, the manufacturing company has once again helped Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI)...

Mesquite launches “Spread the Love” peanut butter and jelly food drive

Mesquite, TX – April 3, 2018 – Last night, the City of Mesquite kicked off its annual “Spread the Love” peanut butter and jelly drive on National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. Mesquite AMBUCS presented the City Counc...

City of Mesquite to host public meetings on proposed charter amendments

Mesquite, TX – April 2, 2018 – The City of Mesquite will host two public meetings to answer questions about the proposed charter amendments included in the May 5 Special Charter Amendment Election. The meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m...

City Manager update on Friday's incident

Dear Residents,

On Friday, March 23, the City responded to a possible active shooter at Terry Middle School. Mesquite Police, Fire and Emergency Management responded to the situation quickly and effectively. All Citizens should be proud that our first resp...

Northbound Galloway lane closure at US-80

Mesquite, TX – March 22, 2018 – The Texas Department of Transportation has closed the right lane of northbound North Galloway Avenue just south of US-80 from March 21 – April 13. The lane will be closed from 9 a.m. until approximately 3 p.m. on weekdays, ...

Contact information to report bikes used in share programs

Mesquite, TX – March 22, 2018 – The City of Mesquite is working to address bikes left in our community from the use of dockless bike share programs. Dockless bike share programs allow a person who wants to rent a bike, to download an a...

Breakfast with the Bunny Gears up for fun

Mesquite, TX – March 9, 2018 – Breakfast with the Bunny presented by Panera Bread, AMBUCS and Fast Med Urgent Care, is gearing up for an exciting time on Saturday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Evans Recreation Center, 1116 Hillc...

Mesquite announces Special Charter Amendment Election

Mesquite, TX – March 21, 2018 – The City of Mesquite will hold a Special Charter Amendment Election on May 5. Early voting begins April 23 and ends May 1. For information on proposed changes to the City Charter, voting dates, voting lo...

Mesquite Public Library System receives 2017 Library Excellence Award

Mesquite, TX – March 15, 2018 – The Mesquite Public Library System was awarded the 2017 Texas Achievement in Library Excellence Award by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. In 2017, only 52 libraries out of 548 Texas pub...

Portion of Scyene Road to be closed from March 15 – September 20

Mesquite, TX – March 14, 2018 – The section of Scyene Road from Clay Mathis Road and Airport Boulevard will be closed to traffic for a period of approximately six months, from March 15 - September 20, 2018. Detour signs will be posted ...

Mesquite Animal Services achieves record “save rate” in 2017

Mesquite, TX – March 13, 2018 – Mesquite Animal Services achieved more than a 93 percent “save rate” in 2017, the highest rate ever accomplished by the Shelter. This significant accomplishment was made possible thro...

Mesquite to hold public hearings on proposed changes in public transportation

Mesquite, TX – March 9, 2018 – The City of Mesquite will hold public hearings on proposed changes in public transportation for the City of Mesquite Passenger Shuttle (COMPASS) service. The intent of the proposed schedule adjus...

Mesquite to hold public hearing on animal tethering ordinance

Mesquite, TX – March 9, 2018 – The City of Mesquite will hold a public hearing on the City’s tethering ordinance at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, in the training rooms at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. City st...

Vanston Pool Plaster Maintenance Project

Mesquite, TX - March 9, 2018 - Vanston Swimming Pool, 2913 Oates Drive, will receive a new plaster surface prior to the opening of the 2018 summer season. This maintenance project will include removing the original plaster (installed in 2007) and installi...

Derby Dog Day to be held on April 28

Mesquite, TX - March 8, 2018 - Not going to make it to Kentucky this year for the Derby, but still want to wear the hat? Join us at Opal Lawrence Historical Park from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on April 28  with your best canine friend for Derby Dog Day.

Th...

Town Hall Tuesday presentation and video available online

Mesquite, TX - March 7, 2018 - The City of Mesquite hosted a Town Hall Tuesday on Tuesday, March 6, at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. The topic was neighborhood vitality. Attendees learned about opportunities to become more involved to help make...

Mesquite City Council agrees to purchase property to expand City Lake Park

Mesquite, TX – March 6, 2018 – Mesquite took another step closer last night towards building a new Veterans Memorial in the community with the City Council’s approval to purchase residential property at 425 S. Gallow...

Portion of Berry Road to be closed from March 12 - September 20

Mesquite, TX - March 6, 2018 - The section of Berry Road between Faithon P. Lucas Boulevard and Edwards Church Road will be closed to both east and westbound traffic for a period of approximately six months, from March 12 - September 20, 2018. Edwards Chu...

Aggravated robbery at One Stop Food Store

Mesquite, TX - March 2, 2018 - The Mesquite Police Department seeks the assistance of the public in identifying an aggravated robbery suspect. On February 25, 2018 at about 8:00 pm, the suspect (pictured) entered the One Stop Food Store located in the 140...

Increased DWI patrols during Spring Break

Mesquite, TX - March 2, 2018 - Each year in Texas, more than half of drivers involved in deadly drunk driving crashes are between the ages of 17 and 34. As part of the Texas Department of Transportation’s “Plan While You Can”...

Mesquite introduces Beverly Abell as City’s first Downtown Development Manager

Mesquite, TX – March 1, 2018 – Today, the City of Mesquite welcomed Beverly Abell as the City’s first Downtown Development Manager. Abell brings more than 25 years of downtown development experience to Mesquite.

In addition to...

Mesquite Elks Lodge presents annual awards

Mesquite, TX – February 28, 2018 – On February 26, the Mesquite Elks Lodge #2404 presented their annual awards at the City Dignitary Awards Banquet. The lodge named Mesquite Police Officer Timothy Rountree as Police Officer of the Year...

Mesquite participates in IHOP’s National Pancake Day fundraiser

Mesquite, TX – February 27, 2018 – The City of Mesquite participated in the International House of Pancakes’ (IHOP) National Pancake Day fundraiser at IHOP Mesquite, 701 Interstate Highway 30.

During this annual fundraiser, di...

Sharing Life Community Outreach presents the City of Mesquite with inaugural Community Impact award

Mesquite, TX – February 23, 2018 – The City of Mesquite received the 2017 Community Impact award from Sharing Life Community Outreach for the Spread the Love peanut butter and jelly drive that helps feed children during the su...

Annual Chlorine Maintenance of NTMWD Water Delivery System to begin February 26

Mesquite, TX - February 23, 2018 - The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is preparing to conduct the annual 28-day water system maintenance of its Wylie, Tawakoni, and Bonham water delivery systems. Maintenance will begin on February 26 and con...

STAR Transit offers free rides to voters

Terrell, TX - February 20, 2018 - STAR Transit is offering free round-trip rides to local polling places so you can cast your vote.

Free round-trip service will be offered Tuesday, March 6, from 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

These complimentary trips apply to all fixed r...

Mesquite to install marker at historic African-American cemetery

Mesquite, TX – February 19, 2018 – Tonight, the Mesquite City Council received financial donations to finalize a project to recognize African-American workers buried at the historic Brickyard Cemetery. Donations by residents, ...

Mesquite Mother Son Dance tickets now on sale

Mesquite, TX – February 19, 2018 – The Mesquite Mother Son Dance, sponsored by the Hampton Inn  and Dallas Regional Medical Center, will be held on Friday, March 9, from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo...

Mesquite introduces Eric Pratt as new Mesquite Metro Airport General Manager

Mesquite, TX – February 19, 2018 – The City of Mesquite has announced Eric Pratt as the new General Manager of the Mesquite Metro Airport. Pratt was the Airport Operations Manager at McKinney National Airport since 2013. Pratt...

Mesquite presents city update and awards at annual Chamber of Commerce dinner

Mesquite, TX – February 13, 2018 – On February 8, Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett presented the 2018 City Update at the annual Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner. Mayor Pickett’s update focused on unity within Mesquite. He said, &...

February 27 Public Meeting on future road projects

The City of Mesquite will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, regarding preliminary plans for the reconstruction of Town East Boulevard Phase 2 from U.S. 80 to Skyline Drive. City staff will also discuss a future project Skyline Drive fro...

Mesquite City Council approves design changes to Gus Thomasson Road project

Mesquite, TX – January 16, 2018 – Tonight, the City Council approved the $997,367 in costs to change design plans for reconstruction of Gus Thomasson Road from Karla Drive to Moon Drive/Whitson Way. The costs will include the elimination of two r...

Mesquite to host Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration on January 15

Mesquite, TX – January 12, 2018 – On Monday, January 15, a free community event honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be held from 10 a.m. – noon at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave. V...

Mesquite Police Department hosts Coffee with Cops

Mesquite, TX - January 11, 2018 - Enjoy coffee with Mesquite Police Officers on Thursday, January 18, from 7 - 9 a.m. at the following McDonald's locations: 1817 N. Beltline  Road, 1531 Town East Blvd., 18751 LBJ Freeway, 200 U.S. Highway 80 East...

Mesquite makes progress in enforcement of fireworks and gunfire laws

Mesquite, TX – January 9, 2018 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced six citations were issued to individuals for the illegal use or possession of fireworks, more than 34 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized and two individuals were arrested for cele...

City launches Spanish version of monthly newsletter online

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2018 – The Mainstream, a monthly publication provided by the City of Mesquite to inform and advise residents of municipal activities, is now available online in both English and Spanish. The January 2018 is th...

City Council approves zoning change for upscale pre-owned auto dealership

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2018 – The Mesquite City Council approved a zoning change for the vacant property at 2960 Interstate Highway 30, the former location of Chaparral Dodge, during the Regular City Council meeting held on January ...

Mesquite Polar Plunge to be held on January 27

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2018 – The Special Olympics Annual Mesquite Polar Plunge will take place on Saturday, January 27, at City Lake Aquatic Center, 200 Parkview St. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the plunge beginning at 10 a.m...

City offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2018 – Many City of Mesquite offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Trash and recycling will not be collected. Collection will occur on the residents&rsq...

Unity in the Community event to be held January 15

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2018 – A free community event honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. will be held on January 15 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Mesquite Art Center, located at 1527 N. Galloway Avenue. Activitie...

Mesquite icon B.J. Smith to retire in 2018

Mesquite, TX – January 2, 2018 – City Attorney B.J. Smith, a living legend in the Mesquite community for more than 50 years, will retire in 2018. He will step down April 13.

Mayor Stan Pickett said, “B.J. Smith has be...

Mesquite to aggressively enforce fireworks and gunfire laws on New Year’s Eve

Mesquite, TX – December 28, 2017 – Mesquite’s Police Department and Fire Department will launch joint deployment teams on New Year’s Eve to enforce laws against the illegal use of fireworks and celebratory gunfire i...

Mesquite announces Daddy Daughter Dance tickets go on sale January 3

Mesquite, TX - December 18, 2017 – Tickets for the 2018 Daddy Daughter Dance go on sale beginning January 3. Tickets may be purchased online at www.cityofmesquite.com/PARD, at any Mesquite Recreation Center or at the Parks and Recreation Adminis...

Mesquite Police Department seeks assistance with child custody interference case

Mesquite, TX - December 20, 2017 - The Mesquite Police Department seeks the assistance of the public. On December 14, officers responded to a report of a child who had been taken by his mother, in violation of a court order. The child is identified as Dom...

STAR Transit reduced/free fare grade period ends December 31

Mesquite, TX - December 20, 2017 - STAR Transit announces reduced/free fare grace period ends December 31.

On November 1, STAR Transit implemented its new fare structure. Part of the new structure includes discounted or free fares for qualified seniors 60 ...

Mesquite honors employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards

Mesquite, TX – December 19, 2017 – Mesquite honored four City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting on December 18. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who pro...

Mesquite completes 2017 community survey

Mesquite, TX – December 18, 2017 – The City of Mesquite has released the results of its 2017 Community Survey and they are available at www.cityofmesquite.com/2017Survey.

Mayor Stan Pickett said, “These survey results...

City of Mesquite announces holiday closures

Mesquite, TX - December 18, 2017 - Many City of Mesquite offices will be closed December 22 and 25 as well as January 1 in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Please visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Holidays for a complete list of closures and ...

STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays

Mesquite, TX - December 14, 2017 - STAR Transit has announced a limited schedule during the holidays.

• STAR Transit’s offices will be closed Friday, December 22 (In observance of Christmas Eve), Monday, December 25 (Christmas Day) and Monday, Janu...

Mesquite Animal Services offers feral hog deterrent tips

Mesquite, TX - December 13, 2017 - Mesquite Animal Services has received several calls recently  regarding damage to property from feral hogs. While Mesquite Animal Services does not provide trapping and removal service for feral hogs,  ...

Mesquite Animal Services offers extended holiday hours and adoption specials

Mesquite, TX – December 11, 2017 - Mesquite Animal Services, 1650 Gross Road, will be open December 22 and 23 from 1 - 5:30 p.m. for adoptions and reclaims only. Shelter staff elected to remain open in order to help more dogs and cats find homes...

Protect the four P’s when temperatures drop

Mesquite, TX - December 8, 2017 - The Office of Emergency Management advises residents to take precautions when temperatures drop and remember the four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants.  

• People should dress appropriately a...

Statement from Mayor Stan Pickett

Statement from Mayor Stan Pickett

On behalf of the entire Mesquite City Council, I would like to address the recent officer-involved shooting.

The men and women of the Mesquite Police Department put their lives on the line for our citizens each a...

City of Mesquite employees donate in Giving Tuesday

Mesquite, TX – November 28, 2017 – In recognition of #GivingTuesday, Mayor Stan Pickett presented checks to Mesquite Social Services and Sharing Life Community Outreach in the amounts of $8,756.50 and $6,743.50 respectively, the amount...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park returns with new activities and contests

Mesquite, TX – November 28, 2017 - Mesquite’s annual Christmas in the Park will be held at Westlake Park, 600 Gross Road, on Saturday, December 2, and Sunday, December 3, from 1 - 6 p.m. This year, participants can look forward to free...

Weekend events to benefit Santa Cop Toy Program

Mesquite, TX - November 28, 2017 - Three exciting events will be held this weekend to benefit this year’s Mesquite Police Santa Cop Toy Program, which runs through December 13. The annual program began in 1975 to provide assistance to disadvanta...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park celebrates 31 years

Mesquite, TX – November 21, 2017 – Christmas in the Park is Mesquite Parks and Recreation’s largest annual event to kick off the holiday season. The event will be held at Westlake Park, 421 Gross Road, on Saturday, December 2...

Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett reminds citizens to Take. Lock. Hide.

Mesquite, TX - November 20, 2017 - With holiday shopping season approaching, I wanted to remind our community to shop local and shop in Mesquite. While other malls across the country are closing or reducing their offerings, Mesquite’s Town East ...

Most City offices closed on November 23 and 24

Mesquite, TX - November 17, 2017 - Most City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on November 23 and 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. For a complete list of closures and service impacts, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Holidays.&...

Shop more, drive less with alternative shopping routes

Mesquite, TX - November 17, 2017 -Shop local and use alternative shopping routes this holiday season to spend less time in traffic and more time doing the things you enjoy. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/ShoppingRoutes to view maps offering alternate travel...

Temporary closures of eastbound US 80 Frontage Road

Mesquite, TX - November 17, 2017 - Eastbound US 80 Frontage Road will be closed Sunday, November 19, 8 p.m. - 6 a.m., and on Monday, November 20, 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. This closure is for the Texas Department of Transportation’s IH 635 and US 80 Proje...

Mesquite to host annual Christmas on the Square tree lighting celebration

Mesquite, TX – November 13, 2017 – Mesquite’s annual Christmas on the Square celebration will be held on Tuesday, November 28, from 6 - 8 p.m. in historic downtown, 223 W. Davis Street. The event will feature free children&am...

City of Mesquite employee receives the 2017 Eastfield College President’s Sustainability Award

Mesquite, TX – November 9, 2017 – Today, Kathy Fonville, Water Conservation and Recycling Coordinator for the City of Mesquite, received the 2017 Eastfield College President’s Sustainability Award. Ms. Fonville was presented ...

Mesquite Veterans Memorial Picnic in the Park concert set for November 11

Mesquite, TX – November 8, 2017 – A community-wide effort to build a new Veterans Memorial in Mesquite will be launched on Veterans Day with a free Picnic in the Park concert set for Saturday, November 11, from 5 – 7:30 p.m. ...

Mesquite offers Halloween safety and crime prevention tips

Mesquite, TX - October 27, 2017 - The Mesquite Police Department and Mesquite Fire Department are offering safety and crime prevention tips for families who are taking part in Halloween-themed activities. As parents prepare their children for neighborhood...

Mesquite to participates in National Take-Back Initiative

On Saturday, October 28, the Mesquite Police Department will take part in a nation-wide collaborative effort to allow residents to dispose of potentially dangerous controlled substances from their medicine cabinets. This program is part of a Drug Enforcem...

Mesquite to host annexation public hearing

Mesquite to host annexation public hearing

7:30 p.m., Thursday, October 26

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, 15515 IH 20 at Lumley Road, Mesquite, TX 75181

Mesquite, TX – October 25, 2017 – The special publi...

Mesquite Police Department launches Take. Lock. Hide. Campaign

Mesquite, TX - October 19, 2017 - The Mesquite Police Department is launching the Take. Lock. Hide. campaign to inform citizens about three easy steps they can take to reduce the risk of vehicle break-ins or theft: take your keys, lock your car doors and ...

Letter to Mesquite Citizens on Annexation

Dear Mesquite Citizens,

The City Council recently began efforts to consider annexation in our extra territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) in Kaufman County. There are many rumors and concerns about the impact this effort will have on current residents of Mesquite...

Mesquite Animal Services to offer Halloween-themed adoption special

Mesquite, TX - October 20, 2017 - Mesquite Animal Services, 1650 Gross Road, is offering a Halloween-themed adoption special from October 27 - 31. Adopters can “trick or treat” for a discounted or even free adoption from a candy basket. Once unwrapped, th...

STAR Transit launches new fare structure on November 1

Mesquite, TX - October 19, 2017 - On August 15, 2017, the STAR Transit Board of Directors approved a fare restructure for all STAR Transit service areas. Part of the restructure includes discounted or free fares for qualified seniors 60 plus, veterans and...

Mesquite Public Library System adopts no fine policy

Mesquite, TX - October 19, 2017 - Effective October 1, the Mesquite Public Library System adopted a new “no fine” policy for overdue materials. Fines will no longer be charged for items returned after the due date. Previously accrued f...

City of Mesquite to survey its residents

Mesquite, TX – October 18, 2017 – The City of Mesquite will begin conducting a citizen satisfaction survey during the next few weeks.

City Manager Cliff Keheley stated, “The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback...

City of Mesquite to host public hearings on proposed annexation

Media Advisory

City of Mesquite to host public hearings on proposed annexation of

8.625 Square Miles in Dallas and Kaufman Counties

Contact:         Wayne Larson, Communications Director, 214-449-8092 ...

Mesquite offers wildlife information and safety tips

Mesquite, TX - October 12, 2017 - As Mesquite continues to grow, reports of bobcats, coyotes, raccoons and feral hogs sightings in the city have increased. Information to help residents understand and co-exist with these animals can be found on the City&a...

Town Hall Tuesday to be held October 24

Mesquite, TX - October 12, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday on October 24 from 7 - 8 p.m. at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. Members of the Mesquite Fire Department will offer an array of information about the d...

Mesquite Animal Services offers Cat Adoption Special

Mesquite, TX - October 11, 2017 - It's Catober! Mesquite Animal Services, 1650 Gross Road, is offering a $40 Cat Adoption Special from October 12 - 21. This fee includes sterilization, vaccinations and microchipping. Plus, pre-spayed or  neutered...

Mesquite hosts October 15 event to recognize first responders

Mesquite, TX – October 10, 2017 – On Sunday, October 15, at 4 p.m., Mesquite will host the third annual Real. Texas. Heroes. activity to recognize its police and fire professionals. The event will be held outside in front of t...

Mesquite seeks resident input through online Charter Survey

Mesquite, TX – October 2, 2017 – The Mesquite Charter Review Committee is seeking input from residents about the City of Mesquite Charter through an online survey. The committee is currently reviewing the City’s Charter and w...

Mesquite launches “20-4-7” neighborhood program

Mesquite, TX – September 26, 2017 – The Mesquite Police Department has launched a new initiative called the 20-4-7 program to extend the benefits of National Night Out, which will be held on October 3 this year. The 20-4-7 program enco...

Mesquite to host National Night Out events on October 3

Mesquite, TX – September 25, 2017 – The City of Mesquite will host a variety of activities in neighborhoods on October 3 in recognition of National Night Out. For the most current schedule and locations, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/NN...

Low Cost Animal Vaccine Clinic offered September 30

Mesquite, TX - September 22, 2017 - A Low Cost Vaccine Clinic will be held at the Mesquite Animal Shelter, 1650 Gross Road, on Saturday, September 30, from 10 a.m. - noon. A variety of dog and cat vaccinations will be offered and will range in cost from $...

Mesquite announces David Witcher as new Director of Economic Development

Mesquite, TX – September 19, 2017 – The City of Mesquite has named David Witcher as the new Director of Economic Development. Mr. Witcher has more than 25 years of experience in both municipal and private sector economic development.

Ci...

Mesquite Police Department honored with Re-recognized Status

Mesquite, TX - September 19, 2017 - Last night, the Mesquite Police Department was presented with "Re-recognized Status" by the Texas Law Enforcement Best Practices Recognition Program during the City Council meeting on September 18. This presti...

Mesquite honors four employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – September 19, 2017 – Mesquite honored four City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting on September 18. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who p...

Mesquite Firefighters participate in 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Mesquite, TX - September 18, 2017 - On September 9, 19 members of the Mesquite Fire Department participated in the 7^th annual Dallas 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb honoring the 343 firefighters, 70 law enforcement officers and nine emergency medical technician...

Mesquite Walmart Divisional Academy graduates first class

Mesquite, TX - September 19, 2017 - Last week, the  Mesquite City Council celebrated the opening of the new WalMart Divisional Academy. The Mesquite academy is one of only six in the United States for the WalMart chain offering manager-level trai...

Mesquite Charter Review Committee public meeting on September 20

Mesquite, TX - September 15, 2017 - The Mesquite Charter Review Committee will host a public meeting to gather input on a review of the City Charter. The meeting will be Wednesday, September 20, 7 p.m. at Agnew Middle School, 729 Wilkinson Drive. The publ...

Temporary exit ramp closure September 17-18 at northbound I-635 and Gross Road

Mesquite, TX - September 15, 2017 - The exit ramp at northbound Interstate 635 (I-635) and Gross Road will be closed from 9 p.m. on Sunday, September 17, through 6 a.m. on Monday, September 18. The detour route will be to exit Military Parkway and take Mi...

Water rate increase becomes effective October 1, 2017

Mesquite, TX - September 13, 2017 - A water rate increase for Mesquite residential and commercial customers will become effective October 1, 2017. The higher rates are a direct result of the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) increasing its wate...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful to host semi-annual Trash Bash on September 16

Mesquite, TX - September 9, 2017 - Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. (KMB) will host its semi-annual Don’t Mess with Texas Trash Bash on Saturday, September 16, from 9 a.m. - noon. The event will kick-off at City Lake Park, located at 403 S. Gallowa...

New crime mapping system provides improved access to information

Mesquite, TX - September 6, 2017 - Mesquite recently launched a new and improved crime mapping system to provide better access to information. The online crime mapping website provides the locations of crimes reported within Mesquite city limits and can b...

Mesquite to hold 9/11 Ceremony at Freedom Park

Mesquite, TX - September 6, 2017 - Please join the Mesquite community as we gather together in remembrance of September 11, 2001, at Freedom Park, located at 1527 N. Galloway Avenue in Mesquite. The ceremony will held at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, September 11....

Mesquite and TxDOT partner to enforce highway safety

Mesquite, TX – September 6, 2017 – The City of Mesquite and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will share in the funding of a program, which promotes highway safety by hiring off-duty police officers to enforce speed limits...

Mesquite Police Department graduates three recruits from its academy

Mesquite, TX – September 1, 2017 – Today, the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) graduated three recruits from its Basic Police Officer Course (BPOC). Less than four percent of the 2,664 law enforcement agencies in Texas have a ...

Mesquite Charter Review Committee will host public meeting on September 6

Mesquite, TX – August 29, 2017 – The Mesquite Charter Review Committee will host a public meeting to gather public input on a review of the City Charter. The Charter Review Committee will meet in the City Council Conference Room at Mes...

STAR Transit Board of Directors approves fare restructure

Mesquite, TX – August 23, 2017 – The STAR Transit Board of Directors has approved a new  fare restructure. This includes a discount for disabled riders and free fares for qualified elderly and/or disabled riders on the agency&...

City of Mesquite and STAR Transit closed on September 4

Mesquite, TX - August 21, 2017 - All City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of the Labor Day holiday with the exception of the Mesquite Metro Airport. Trash and recycling will not be collected. Collecti...

Mesquite adopts out 100 percent of animal shelter

Mesquite, TX – August 20, 2017 – Nearly 100 pets in Mesquite, including a rabbit, have new homes in Mesquite today. For the first time ever, the Mesquite Animal Shelter adopted out all of its animals during the national Clear the Shelt...

Mesquite Public Health Clinic offers extended back to school hours

Mesquite, TX - August 18, 2017 - The Mesquite Public Health Clinic, located at 1616 N. Galloway Avenue, is offering extended back to school hours to allow more time for parents’ to take care of their child’s required school immunizatio...

FedEx Ground now hiring package handlers

Mesquite, TX - August 18, 2017 - FedEx Ground, located at 5005 Samuell Boulevard in Mesquite, is now hiring package handlers. Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age; able to load, unload and sort packages; as well as perform other related d...

Mosquito trap tests positive for WNV near Galloway and Tripp

Mesquite, TX - August 17, 2017 -The Dallas County Mosquito lab has notified the Mesquite Health  Division that a West Nile Virus positive mosquito trap has been  identified in Mesquite zip code 75150 near the intersection of Galloway &am...

Historic Mesquite, Inc. to be included in North Texas Giving Day

Mesquite, TX - August 15, 2017 - Today, Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI) received notice that the organization will be featured as one of the non-profits to benefit from North Texas Giving Day, a project of the Communities Foundation of Texas.

Since ...

Notice of public hearing on tax rate

Mesquite, TX - August 15, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will hold two public hearings on a proposal to increase total tax revenues from properties on the tax roll in the preceding year by 8.6647 percent.  Your individual taxes may increase at a gre...

City of Mesquite to offer free fidget spinners at Back to School Fairs

Mesquite, TX – August 15, 2017 – Today, Mesquite announced it will offer free fidget spinners to the first 100 students that visit tables hosted by the Mesquite Police Department at each of the three Mesquite Back to School Fairs. The ...

Mesquite Smoothie King offers smoothie discount to support Spread the Love campaign

Mesquite, TX – August 11, 2017 – Today, the new Smoothie King in Mesquite, located at 1300 N. Town East Boulevard, announced its support of the Spread the Love peanut butter and jelly food drive to help feed children from food insecure...

Chamber of Commerce Taste & Trade is set for September 26

Mesquite, TX- August 9, 2017- The Mesquite Chamber of Commerce 22^nd annual Taste & Trade will be held on Tuesday, September 26 from 4 – 8 p.m. at the Mesquite Convention Center.

Attendees will be able to explore exhibits, as well as meet peop...

Mesquite announces Jeff Jones as new Deputy City Manager

Mesquite, TX – August 7, 2017 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced the promotion of Jeff Jones to Deputy City Manager. Jones had been serving as Assistant City Manager since joining Mesquite in April 2016. Former Deputy City Manager...

Mesquite receives Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award

Mesquite, TX - August 4, 2017- The City of Mesquite’s Purchasing Division has earned the 2017 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute. The city is one of only 50 agencies in Texas and one of ...

Historic Mesquite, Inc. to host Preservation Primer Workshop

Mesquite, TX - August 4, 2017 - Have you suddenly found yourself with a wealth of family heirlooms or just have your grandmother’s wedding dress hanging around?  Would you like to find out the best and most economical way to preserve your artifac...

Mesquite Animal Services to offer free cat spay and neuter clinic

Mesquite, TX - August 2, 2017 - Mesquite Animal Services will offer a free spay and neuter clinic for cats on Saturday, August 26. This free service is sponsored by Petsmart Charities and is only available to Mesquite residents with an appointment. Reside...

Republic Services announces separate container and disposal fee

Mesquite, TX – August 2, 2017 – Republic Services has announced it will implement a separate contamination and disposal fee due to experiencing rising levels of non-acceptable items in their recycling containers. This separate fee beca...

Mesquite Police Department to host annual “Back the Blue, Bring a Book”

Mesquite, TX – August 1, 2017 – Today, the Mesquite Police Department announced their support of local reading initiatives for youth by asking the community to donate new or gently used children’s books through the annual &am...

Mesquite Police Department Update: Church Criminal Mischief

On July 26, with the help of a tip from the public, Mesquite Police Investigators identified all three suspects in this case.  The suspects were contacted, and they confessed to the offenses.  All of the suspects are juveniles. ...

Mesquite Animal Services raises bobcat awareness

Mesquite, TX – July 26, 2017 – As Dallas’ urban sprawl continues to push outwards, sightings and interactions with bobcats have increased. Mesquite Animal Services has come up with safety tips to keep Mesquite residents prepa...

Mesquite launches campaign to combat illegal bandit signs

The City of Mesquite announced a new program to eliminate the placement of illegal bandit signs in the community, and is asking the public to help remove them. Small advertisement signs placed in public rights-of-way and on utility or traffic control pole...

West Nile Virus positive mosquito trap

The Dallas County Mosquito Lab has notified the City of Mesquite Health Division that a West Nile Virus positive mosquito trap has been identified in Mesquite zip code 75150 near N. Galloway Avenue and Oates Drive. Spraying will begin tonight after 10 p.m...

West Nile positive mosquito trap

The City of Mesquite has received notification of a West Nile positive mosquito trap in zip code 75150; spraying the area tonight. For details, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/MosquitoControl.

Three new Mesquite Firefighters swear in at Freedom Park

Last week, City Secretary Sonja Land, administered an Oath of Office to three new Mesquite Firefighters. The swearing in took place at Mesquite's 9/11 memorial, Freedom Park.

Congratulations to Firefighters Tobias Henry, Jimmy Rogers and Tyler George, who ...

City Council seeks public input on truck stops and truck-related uses

Mesquite, TX - July 19, 2017 - The Mesquite City Council is seeking public input on truck stops and other businesses that include the parking of heavy load vehicles as a principal or accessory use. Public workshops will be held at 7 p.m. on July 24 and Au...

Rapid Flashing Beacons being installed at five school crosswalks

City staff is in the process of installing five sets of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) at the crosswalks of five school crossings: Galloway Avenue at Poteet High School and Kimbrough Middle School, Cartwright Road at two Horn High School cross...

Town Hall Tuesday to be held on July 25

Mesquite, TX - July 19, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday on July 25 from 7 – 8 p.m. at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The City of Mesquite’s fiscal year begins October 1. This program will p...

City Council Budget Workshop to be held on July 21

Mesquite, TX - July 17, 2017 - The 2017-18 City Council Budget Workshop will be held on Friday, July 21. The workshop is open to the public and will be held from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Training Rooms A and B at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue.&...

Deadline for Addressing Mesquite Day job requests extended to August 4

Mesquite, TX - July 17, 2017 - The deadline for Addressing Mesquite Day job requests has been extended to August 4. On October 7, the Mesquite Ministerial Alliance and the City of Mesquite will host Addressing Mesquite Day. This event matches community vo...

Six Stolen Vehicles Recovered

On July 13, 2017 the Mesquite Police Department Auto Theft Unit was investigating vehicle thefts that were occurring in Mesquite. An intense investigation was conducted, which led investigators to Dallas Auto Salvage located at 14057 Skyfrost Drive, Dalla...

Mesquite Police make arrest in July 7 shooting

The Mesquite Police Department arrested an individual in connection with the shooting that occurred at Shand’s Park on July 7. Alberto Martinez, 18 year old male, has been arrested. He is being charged with two counts of attempted capital murder...

Mesquite makes progress to address illegal fireworks and gunfire

Mesquite, TX – July 10, 2017 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced 46 citations were issued to individuals for the illegal use or possession of fireworks, 725 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized and two individuals were arrested ...

Mesquite Police Department press release on park shooting

July 10, 2017 Update    

At this point in the investigation, this incident appears to involve an ongoing dispute between the individuals involved, and not a random act of violence. Persons of interest have been identified, and th...

Know the dangers and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning

Mesquite, TX – July 6, 2017 – More than 150 people in the U.S. die every year from accidental, non-fire related carbon monoxide (CO) poison. The poisonous gas is also known as the “Invisible Killer’ because of its c...

Applications now being accepted for 2017 Citizens' Fire Academy

Mesquite, TX - July 6, 2017 - The  Mesquite Fire Department is now accepting applications for the 2017  Citizens' Fire Academy. The academy is a nine-week program which  provides residents the opportunity to learn about the Fire...

Public hearing on STAR Transit fare restructure to be held on July 10

Mesquite, TX - July 5, 2017 - A public hearing on the proposal to amend STAR Transit’s fare structure will be held on Monday, July 10, at 6 p.m. at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Avenue. Anyone wishing to make comments is invited to ...

Mesquite Firefighter's Fill the Boot campaign raises $38,000 for MDA

Mesquite, TX - July 6, 2017 - Representatives from the Mesquite Firefighters Association (MFA) presented a $38,000 check to Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Representative Caity Bowen during the City Council meeting on July 3. The funds were raised du...

Public Utility Commission rules water rate case can move forward

Mesquite, TX – June 30, 2017 – Yesterday, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) determined that the water rate case, involving the cities of Mesquite, Garland, Plano and Richardson, can move forward.

After years of unsuccessful informal negotiations...

Mesquite ISD looks to expand pre-K classes to 3-year-olds

Mesquite, TX - June 30, 2017 - Mesquite ISD is looking to expand pre-kindergarten classes to 3-year-olds as an extension of the district’s #ReadPlayTalk initiative to have all students reading a...

Walmart Neighborhood Market grand opening set for July 5

Mesquite, TX – June 28, 2017 – The newest Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market is opening its doors on July 5. The public is invited to attend the ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 5 at 7:15 a.m. at the new grocery store, located at 1951 Military Parkway in Mesqu...

June 2017 issue of The Road Report available online

Mesquite, TX - June 28, 2017 - The June 2017 issue of The Road Report is available online at www.cityofmesquite.com/RoadReport. The report provides status updated on road construction projects throughout Mesquite, including recent design changes to the Gu...

Mesquite begins increased enforcement of illegal use of fireworks and celebratory gunfire

Mesquite, TX – June 28, 2017 – This week Mesquite’s Police Department and Fire Department will launch joint deployment teams to enforce the illegal use of fireworks and celebratory gunfire in the city during the July 4^th holi...

Historic Mesquite, Inc. to participate in Blue Star Museums program

Mesquite, TX - June 26, 2017 - Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI) has announced its inclusion in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and more ...

Special City Council meeting to be held on June 29

A Special City Council meeting will be held on Thursday, June 29, at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. Public hearings will be held on amendments to the City Charter and a temporary moratorium on truck stops and other developments that include ...

Five Mesquite Fire Department trainees graduate from fire academy

Mesquite, TX – June 23, 2017 – Last week, five Mesquite Fire Department trainees graduated from fire academy. The trainees include William Rosen, Justin Sanders, Jonathan Wright, Cory Thomas and Stephen Parks.

All five recruits will now...

City of Mesquite and STAR Transit closed on July 4

Mesquite, TX - June 23, 2017 - All City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday,  July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday with the exception of the Mesquite Metro Airport. Trash and recycling will not be collecte...

Mesquite announces temporary moratorium on development of truck stops

Mesquite, TX - June 23, 2017 - Effective Thursday, June 22, 2017, a temporary moratorium is in effect on the development of truck stops and other development that includes the parking of heavy load vehicles as a principal use or as an accessory use. Durin...

Networking event for business professionals offered on June 28

Mesquite, TX - June 23, 2017- Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, a member of Mesquite’s Business Retention and Expansion Task Force, is hosting a networking event for business professionals on Wednesday, June 28, from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at DCCCD Richlan...

Mesquite Bar Association donates to campaign that helps feed kids during the summer

Mesquite, TX – June 21, 2017 – Today is the first full day of summer and the Mesquite Bar Association donated enough peanut butter and jelly to make 800 sandwiches in support of the City of Mesquite’s “Spread the Lo...

Mesquite launches aggressive enforcement of illegal fireworks and gunfire

Mesquite, TX – June 19, 2017 – Tonight, the Mesquite City Council gave their support of a new plan to strengthen enforcement of illegal fireworks and celebratory gunfire during July 4^th weekend with a full force and robust response. Th...

Mesquite Police arrest car burglar

Between the months of April and June, the Mesquite Police Department investigated numerous burglary offenses in which General Motors SUV’s were targeted for their third row seats. Investigators cultivated numerous leads, which allowed them to id...

Lane closures near Mesquite High School

There is utility work underway near Mesquite High School. There will be daily lane closures for approximately the next 30 days from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This includes a maximum of two lanes closed on Beltline Road from Newsome Road to Gross Street. The closur...

Mesquite Animal Shelter is full, waives adoption fees and seeks foster homes

The Mesquite Animal Shelter is full and is seeking the public’s support. Animal Services Manager Jeanne Saadi said, “We are out of space and can’t take any more kittens or cats. In order to get more cats and kittens adopted, ...

Watch video about Police Department youth summer camp

The Mesquite Police Department was featured on Fox 4 news broadcast about its successful youth summer camp.

A group of Mesquite police officers have a really hard assignment this summer: running a summer camp for middle and elementary school kids.

It&rs...

Mesquite Fire Department reaches out to revive retired flags

Mesquite, TX – June 12, 2017 – With Flag Day on Wednesday, June 14, the Mesquite Fire Department announced it is collecting worn flags at all their fire stations in participation with the Retired Flag Project. The project collects worn...

Mesquite continues drive to help food insecure children during the summer

Mesquite, TX – June 10, 2017 – This weekend, City of Mesquite employees and motorcycle riders from throughout the community raised food, funds and awareness for food insecure children in Mesquite through the Spread the Love campaign.

On...

Summer Sizzle Parking and Shuttle Service Revised

Due to the amount of Friday’s rainfall, parking has been revised for Saturday’s Summer Sizzle event. 

On-Site Parking: Limited on-site parking is available at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. Signage on New Market Road and ...

Beat the heat with water activities and refreshments at Mesquite’s Summer Sizzle

Mesquite, TX – June 6, 2017 – Beat the heat with Summer Sizzle’s Splash Zone and a variety of refreshments on Saturday, June 10, from noon – 9:30 p.m. at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. Take a refreshing ride d...

Mesquite Animal Services seeks volunteers for foster program

Mesquite, TX – June 6, 2017 – Mesquite Animal Services is seeking volunteers for its foster program, which helps open space in the shelter and increase the number of animals adopted. The average foster home stay is about two months and...

Mosquito Spraying Begins Tonight

Dallas County Mosquito Lab has notified the Health Division that a West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito trap has been identified in Mesquite 75149.

Spraying will begin tonight and both sprays should be completed this weekend weather permitting.

Mesquite ...

Fireworks prohibited within Mesquite city limits

The City of Mesquite urges residents to celebrate safely this Independence Day. Residents are reminded that it is illegal to possess or use fireworks, or discharge firearms within city limits. Punishment ranges from $500 to $4,000 depending on the offense...

Mesquite’s Summer Sizzle to feature a variety of games and contests

Mesquite, TX - May 31, 2017 – Calling all competitors! The City of Mesquite’s Summer Sizzle will feature a variety of games and contests on Saturday, June 10, from noon - 9:30 p.m. in Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. The &ldquo...

Canvass of election results available for online viewing

A special City Council meeting was held on May 17 to canvass the Municipal Election results to elect a Mayor and Council members for Places 1, 2 and 6. Re-elected Mayor Stan Pickett and Council member Jeff Casper and newly-elected Council members Robert M...

Town Hall Tuesday on active adult programs to be held on May 30

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday from 7 - 8 p.m. on May 30 at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The Parks and Recreation Department will share active adult programs and senior citizen servic...

City Lake Aquatic Center and Vanston Pool open during Memorial Day weekend

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - Celebrate Memorial Day weekend at the newly renovated City Lake Aquatic Center, 200 Parkview Street, and Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Drive. Both pools will be open Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29 from noon to 7 p.m. Regu...

Mayor’s “Spread the Love” Motorcycle Rally to be held June 10

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - Join Mayor Stan Pickett, along with Family Cathedral and the Fellowship Riders of Mesquite, for a free motorcycle ride to support food insecure kids in Mesquite. The rally will be held on Saturday, June 10 at Paschall Park, 1...

Mesquite introduces The Road Report monthly newsletter

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - The City of Mesquite has introduced The Road Report newsletter to improve communication with Mesquite residents about current road construction projects. The newsletter will be published monthly and can be viewed at www.cityo...

Mesquite Fire Department provides Real. Texas. Service.

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - Mesquite firefighters recently fought a two-alarm fire at Appleseed Academy, 4346 N. Galloway Avenue, which destroyed the private school and daycare. Thankfully, students and staff practice fire drills each month and everyone...

Mesquite employees honored as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX - May 26, 2017 - Mesquite honored four City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting on May 15. Congratulations to Dee Richter, Leah Burger, Donna Richard and Grace Jones. The Real. Texas. Service. ...

Mesquite Police Department launches new K-9 Unit

Mesquite, TX - May 18, 2017 - Two new officers were recently added to the Mesquite Police Department and presented with their badges during the City Council meeting held on May 15. Officers Kozmo and Axel, two highly-trained Dutch/German Shephards, joined...

Small Business Administration Information Forum to be held May 23

Mesquite, TX - May 18, 2017 - The Small Business Administration (SBA) Dallas/Fort Worth District Office will host an information forum in partnership with the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, May 23 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at ...

City of Mesquite and STAR Transit closed on May 29

Mesquite, TX - May 17, 2017 - All City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday with the exception of the Mesquite Metro Airport. Trash and recycling will not be collected. Collection wi...Read on...

Mesquite Fire Department promotes Spread the Love PB&J donation locations

Mesquite, TX – May 15, 2017 – With lights, sirens and lots of peanut butter and jelly, the Mesquite Fire Department reminded the public of the Spread the Love donation locations. Today, Mesquite firefighters donated cases of PB&J a...

Mesquite offers free mosquito dunks to residents

Mesquite, TX – May 15, 2017 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced it is offering one free two-pack of mosquito dunks to residents, limit one per household. The mosquito dunks help eliminate mosquito larvae for 30 days. The free dunks...

Charitable Solicitors

Citizens are encouraged to be cautious if they choose to donate money to individuals on street intersections soliciting for funds for a certain cause. The City of Mesquite issues a permit to any organization that meets all of the required conditions and M...

Prohibited noises and reporting disturbances

Mesquite, TX - May 10, 2017 - The City of Mesquite considers noise disturbances a quality of life issue and prohibits many loud and unnecessary noises in Section 10-73 of the City’s Code of Ordi...

MISD offers free 2017 Summer Food Service Program

Mesquite, TX - May 10, 2017 - Each year, the Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) requests assistance from local organizations to help promote its free Summer Food Service Program. The City of Mesquite welcomes the opportunity to share this importa...

Mesquite video series promotes locally owned businesses

Mesquite, TX - May 9, 2017 - The City ofMesquite has produced a series of video public service announcements to promote locally owned businesses in Mesquite. These video announcements support the culture that is nurtured by the City for small businesses t...

New Permit and Plan Management System Open House

Mesquite, TX - May 8, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host an open house to introduce a new online permit and plan management system on Thursday, May 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Avenue. 

The ne...

2017 Mesquite Municipal Election Results

Mesquite, TX - May 6, 2017 - Tonight, the City of Mesquite announced the results of the May 6 Municipal Election. View the results at www.cityofmesquite.com/2017ElectionResults. 

A special City Council meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on May 17 to ...

Video series promotes locally owned businesses in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX - May 3, 2017 - The City of Mesquite has produced a series of video public service announcements to promote locally owned businesses in Mesquite during National Small Business Week. Approximately 78% of businesses have 10 or less employees, m...Read on...

MISD announces major awards

For the second year in a row, West Mesquite High School earned a silver distinction on the U.S. News & World Report's Best High Schools list. West Mesquite placed in the top 10 percent of Texas high schools. Poteet High School, which earned b...

Mesquite offers free vehicle decals for Drive Like Your Family Lives Here campaign

Mesquite, TX – May 1, 2017 – The City of Mesquite is offering the public free vehicle decals to help promote the new traffic safety campaign called Drive Like Your Family Lives Here.

The free vehicle decals are available in English and Spanish at these loc...

Cinco de Mayo 2017 has been canceled

Due to the forecast of severe weather, Cinco de Mayo 2017 has been canceled. The event will not be rescheduled. www.CityofMesquite.com/CincodeMayo

Drug Take Back Event to be held on April 29

Mesquite, TX - April 21, 2017 - On Saturday, April 29, the Mesquite Police Department will take part in a nation-wide collaborative effort to allow residents to dispose of unused medication. This program is part of a Drug Enforcement Administration initia...

Motley Drive (Gus Thomasson to Town East) reconstruction project

Mesquite, TX - April 21, 2017 - On Monday, April 24, the contractor for the Motley Drive (Gus Thomasson to Town East) reconstruction project will reroute all traffic on Motley Drive between Town East Boulevard and Gus Thomasson Drive to the northbound lan...

Municipal Election early voting begins April 24

Mesquite, TX - April 19, 2017 - The annual Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, May 6 to elect a Mayor and Councilmembers for Places 1, 2 and 6. Early voting will be conducted in Mesquite at Lakeside Activity Center, 101 Holley Park Drive...

Update on Duck Deaths at City Parks

The City of Mesquite has confirmed that more than 50 duck deaths at various Mesquite parks during the past few weeks is being caused by a duck virus also known as Duck Enteritis Virus or commonly referred to as a “duck plague.” The pub...

City of Mesquite honors public safety dispatchers

Mesquite, TX - April 12, 2017 - This week, the City of Mesquite honored its public safety dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, celebrated annually the second week of April. These men and women are the unseen heroes of emergenc...

Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast to be held on May 4

Mesquite, TX - April 12, 2017 - The City of Mesquite and the Mesquite Ministerial Alliance will host the 14th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 4, from 7 - 8 a.m. at Family Cathedral, 790 Windbell Circle. This free event offers the Mesquite...

Mesquite announces Drive Like Your Family Lives Here campaign

Mesquite, TX – April 10, 2017 – The City of Mesquite has announced a new public education campaign called Drive Like Your Family Lives Here to address traffic safety issues in its community. For details on the campaign, visit www.Drive...

New environmental code brochure provides guidance on property maintenance

Mesquite, TX - April 7, 2017 - A new educational brochure has been developed to provide information about common environmental code violations and City procedures. The brochure entitled, “A Quality Neighborhood Starts with You – A Resi...

Mesquite seeks public’s help to protect wildlife at all City parks

Mesquite, TX - April 7, 2017 - The City of Mesquite is asking for the public’s assistance to help protect the wildlife at all its parks. If anyone should witness animal abuse at any City park, please call 911 immediately and a Mesquite Police Of...

City Council seeks public input on historic downtown plans

Mesquite, TX - March 31, 2017 - The City of Mesquite is seeking the public’s input on historic downtown Mesquite as it develops plans for the area. The survey seeks the public’s input on a variety of downtown topics, including business...

Housing and Community Services to close at noon on April 7

Mesquite, TX - March 31, 2017 - The Housing and Community Services building, located at 1616 N. Galloway Avenue, will close at noon on Friday, April 7 for a staff development workshop. The department will resume regular business hours on Monday, April 10....

The Marketplace in Mesquite returns on April 8

Mesquite, TX - March 31, 2017 - The Marketplace in Mesquite returns on Saturday, April 8 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. in Mesquite’s historic downtown square, 150 W. Main Street. The farmer's market takes place every second and fourth Saturday, ...

New fire engine placed into service with traditional “push-in” ceremony

Mesquite, TX - March 31, 2017 - On March 28, firefighters at Fire Station #5 placed a new fire engine into service with a traditional “push-in” ceremony. The housing ceremony is a proud tradition in the history of fire service in which...

Opal Lawrence Barn gets a spring facelift

Mesquite, TX - March 28, 2017 - The 1886 S.D. Lawrence barn at Opal Lawrence Historical Park is all bright again, thanks to a generous donation of paint from community partner, Benjamin Moore & Co.  The barn, which is a large, two-st...

Statement from the City Manager on the Mesquite Animal Shelter

On behalf of the entire City of Mesquite, I wish to share my empathy for those who have showed great compassion on the news that our Mesquite Animal Shelter experienced the death of a dog in our care over the weekend. In addition to my role as the City Ma...

Mesquite Town Hall Tuesday on traffic safety to be held on March 28

Mesquite, TX – March 20, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday from 7 – 8 p.m. on March 28 at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The Police Department will share a variety of traffic safety initiatives being implemented...

Mesquite announces PB&J Madness promotions for Spread the Love campaign

Mesquite, TX – March 17, 2017 – Beginning today, the public can donate a jar of peanut butter or jelly and take a selfie of their donation to enter two random drawings for Dallas Mavericks tickets and prizes courtesy of player Wesley M...

Mesquite’s 2017 Warrant Roundup results in largest warrant docket since 2015

Mesquite, TX – March 17, 2017 – On March 3, the Mesquite Municipal Court held its largest warrant docket since implementing the docket program in 2015 due to increased activity from the Great Texas Warrant Roundup. The 2017 Mesquite Wa...

Mesquite accepting applications for new VolunTEEN program

Mesquite, TX – March 15, 2017 – The City of Mesquite is accepting applications for its new VolunTEEN program, which offers teens ages 14 – 17 community involvement while earning volunteer service credits. Applications for the...

Breakfast with the Bunny gears up for fun

Mesquite, TX – March 10, 2016 – Breakfast with the Bunny presented by Panera Bread and Dallas Regional Medical Center is gearing up for an exciting time on Saturday, April 8 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Evans Recreation Center, 1116 Hillc...

Understanding outdoor warning systems

Mesquite, TX - March 7, 2017 - The City of Mesquite has an extensive outdoor warning system (OSW) comprised of 25 sirens strategically located throughout the city. These sirens are designed to alert citizens, who are outdoors, to an eminent threat in the ...

Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. will build South Central Distribution and Fulfillment Center

Mesquite, TX – March 6, 2017 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. will invest $65 million into a 358-acre tract of land in the eastern portion of Mesquite for a new 850,000 square-foot south central...

Registration is open for 60th annual Mesquite Rodeo Parade

Mesquite, TX - March 3, 2017 - The 60th annual Mesquite Rodeo Parade will be held on April 1 beginning at 10 a.m. The parade will follow its traditional route starting on Belt Line Road at Newsom Road and proceed through downtown Mesquite, ending on S. Ga...

Public reception to be held for Atlanta Falcons' and Horn High School graduate Taylor Gabriel

Mesquite, TX - March 3, 2017 - A public reception will be held at 6:30 p.m. on March 6 in the Mesquite City Hall lobby, 757 N. Galloway Avenue, in honor of Atlanta Falcons' wide receiver Taylor Gabriel. Mr. Gabriel is a 2009 graduate of Horn High...

Mesquite Elks Lodge awards Police Officer, Firefighter and Citizen of the Year

Mesquite, TX – February 28, 2017 – On February 27, the Mesquite Elks Lodge #2404 presented their annual awards at the City Dignitary Awards Banquet. The lodge named Mesquite Police Officer Dennis Arnold, Jr. as Police Officer of the Ye...

Reconstruction of Gus Thomasson Road scheduled to begin March 1

Mesquite, TX - February 28 - The reconstruction of Gus Thomasson Road from Karla Drive to Moon Drive/Whitson Way is scheduled to begin on March 1. This project includes the reconstruction of the roadway into a four-lane divided thoroughfare, lighting and ...

Mesquite Metro Airport ranked in top 25 percent busiest airports with FAA Contract Towers

Mesquite, TX - February 28 - The Mesquite Metro Airport was recently ranked in the top 25 percent of the busiest airports with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Contract Towers in America. The public use airport averages 217 take-offs and landings per...

Mesquite to participate in 2017 Warrant Roundup

Mesquite, TX – February 22, 2017 – The Mesquite Police Department and Mesquite City Marshals will join more than 300 agencies across Texas by participating in the 2017 State of Texas Warrant Roundup. The roundup begins on Saturday, Feb...

Mesquite Public Library earns 2016 Achievement of Library Excellence Award

Mesquite, TX – February 21, 2017 – On February 20, the Mesquite City Council presented Library Director Virginia Mundt with a 2016 Achievement of Library Excellence Award by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. Of the 548...

Registration for Guts and Glory Obstacle Fun Run is open

Mesquite, TX – February 22, 2017 – The inaugural Guts and Glory Obstacle Fun Run will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 9 a.m. at Travis Williams Athletic Complex, 1005 New Market Road. 

This obstacle fun run is a non-competitiv...

Union Pacific reminds drivers and pedestrians to always expect a train

Mesquite, TX - February 15, 2017 - Union Pacific (UP) Railroad reminds drivers and pedestrians to take caution at all railroad crossings and always expect a train. According to UP, the average train travels 41 feet in the blink of an eye. Remember to stop...

Union Pacific reminds drivers and pedestrians to always expect a train

Mesquite, TX - February 15, 2017 - Union Pacific (UP) Railroad reminds drivers and pedestrians to take caution at all railroad crossings and always expect a train. According to UP, the average train travels 41 feet in the blink of an eye. Remember to stop...

Mother Son Dance tickets are on sale

Mesquite, TX – February 8, 2017 – The Mother Son Dance, sponsored by the Hampton Inn and Suites and Dallas Regional Medical Center, is scheduled for Friday, March 3 from 7 - 9 p.m. The dance is open to all ages and will be held at the ...

Mesquite Fire Department presents employees with meritorious awards

Mesquite, TX – February 7, 2017 – Each year, the Mesquite Fire Department honors its employees through a presentation of awards for superior public service to the Mesquite community. On February 6, the department honored 25 individuals...

Airbag Recall: North Texas

Mesquite, TX - February 7, 2017 - Under the oversight of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 19 automakers are recalling vehicles with certain types of driver and passenger airbag inflators. These inflators are at risk of rupturing...

Mesquite Library Services to be temporarily interupted by software upgrade

Mesquite, TX - February 7, 2017 - The Mesquite Public Library will be upgrading its computer software system on Thursday, February 9 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. During these hours, library users at both the Main and North Branch Libraries will be unable to check...

Mesquite Animal Services offers half-price adoption special

Mesquite, TX - February 7, 2017 - Add a lot of love to your life with Mesquite Animal Services “Complete your Heart” adoption special. In recognition of National Spay and Neuter Month, half-price adoptions will be offered now through F...

Mesquite Police Department graduates five recruits from its academy

Mesquite, TX – February 2, 2017 – On January 27, the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) graduated five recruits from its Basic Police Officer Course (BPOC) class. Only four percent of the 2,651 law enforcement agencies in Texas have a tr...

Mesquite presents city update and annual employee awards

Mesquite, TX - January 31, 2017 - On January 26, Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett presented the 2017 City Update at the annual Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner. The evening also included city employee awards for Police, Fire and General Government. To view th...

Opal Lawrence Historical Park presents “Be Mine @ the Park”

Mesquite, TX - February 1, 2017 - Bring your significant other and the kids for a Valentine’s adventure to remember at Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney Street, on Saturday, February 11 for Historic Mesquite, Inc.’s first &...

Mesquite to host open house on Code Ambassadors program

Mesquite, TX – January 24, 2017 – The City of Mesquite will host a Code Ambassadors Open House on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rehearsal Hall at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Avenue. The open house will provide...

Mesquite Town Hall Tuesday on solid waste services to be held January 31

Mesquite, TX - January 23, 2017 - The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday from 7 – 8p.m. on January 31 at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. 

The Solid Waste Division will provide information about their variou...

Mesquite Animal Services offers “New Year, New Addition” adoption special

Mesquite, TX - January 17, 2017 - Mesquite Animal Services is offering a “New Year, New Addition” adoption special from January 17 – 21. All dogs and cats at the shelter, located at 1650 Gross Road, are available for adoption at half the regular price. Th...

Mesquite Public Libraries closed for staff development on January 27

Mesquite, TX – January 17, 2017 – Both the Mesquite Main Library, located at 300 W. Grubb, and the North Branch Library, located at 2600 Oates, will be closed for staff development on Friday, January 27. Both libraries will resume norm...

Social media share icons added to City website for video clips

Mesquite, TX - January 13, 2017 - Video clips from archived City Council and other public meetings can now be easily shared online through social media icons on the City’s website at www.cityofmesquite.com/WatchCouncilMeetings. 

The icon...

Mesquite Police Officers begin wearing cowboy hats

Mesquite, TX – January 13, 2017 – National Hat Day is Sunday, January 15, and in recognition of that celebratory day the Mesquite Police Department announced today the majority of their police officers have begun to wear a cowboy hat a...

City offices closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Mesquite, TX - January 9, 2017 - Most City of Mesquite offices will be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Trash and recycling will not be collected. Collection will occur on the next scheduled collection day. For a c...

Mesquite to host Special Olympics Texas Polar Plunge

Mesquite, TX - January 9, 2017 - The City of Mesquite is once again supporting Special Olympics Texas by hosting the Polar Plunge. The event will be held on Saturday, January 21 at City Lake Aquatic Center, 200 Parkview Street. 

Participants who r...

Mesquite offers guidelines for Christmas tree recycling

Mesquite, TX - December 27, 2016 - Start the new year off right by recycling your real Christmas tree.  Real Christmas trees are biodegradable, which means they can be easily reused or recycled for mulch and other purposes. Please follow these gu...

Plan ahead: Don’t drink and drive

Mesquite, TX - December 27, 2016 - The holidays are known for being merry and bright, but they are also known for being the deadliest season when it comes to drunk driving. Last year, there were 2,374 alcohol-related crashes in Texas, resulting in 102 fat...

Mesquite offers holiday message and recap of 2016 community programs

Mesquite, TX - December 22, 2016 - City Manager Cliff Keheley offers a holiday message on behalf of the City of Mesquite and thanks the Mesquite community for their significant contributions during the year. To watch the holiday message and a recap of man...

Mesquite urges citizens to celebrate safely this holiday season

Mesquite, TX - December 22, 2016 - The City of Mesquite urges citizens to celebrate safely this holiday season. The holidays are a great time to gather with friends and family while enjoying good food and holiday traditions, but for over 11,000 Americans,...

STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays

Mesquite, TX - December 21, 2016 - STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays.

• STAR Transit’s offices will be closed on Friday, December 23; Monday, December 26; and Monday, January 2. This includes On Demand Service and the Kaufman...

Mesquite to launch new Housing Division Homelessness Program

Mesquite, TX – December 21, 2016 – The Mesquite City Council has approved revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program to create a new Homelessness Program. The revisions strengthen the current rental assistance program. They ...

Mesquite City Council approves police lateral transfer program

Mesquite, TX – December 20, 2016 – The Mesquite City Council approved the addition of a lateral transfer program to the Mesquite Police Department at last night’s City Council meeting. The program is intended to help recruit ...

Mesquite employees honored as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – December 20, 2016 – Mesquite honored four City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting on December 19. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who pro...

City offices closed for Christmas and New Year holidays

Many City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed December 24, 26 and 31 plus January 2 in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. For a complete list of closures and service impacts, please visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Holidays. For ...

Four cities unite to request water rate relief

Mesquite, TX - December 14, 2016 - The Mayors of Garland, Mesquite, Plano and Richardson, in an unprecedented move, today announced that their cities are asking the Public Utility Commission (PUC) to conduct a review of their water rates with the...

Mesquite to host free Gift of Reading event on December 21 and 22

Mesquite, TX – December 13, 2016 – The City of Mesquite invites the community to attend The Gift of Reading event featuring special guest readers at the Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive, on December 21 and 22 from 3 - 5 p.m. T...

RASP Winter Camps offered during Christmas break

Mesquite, TX - December 9, 2016 - All day Recreation After School Programs (RASP) will be offered during the Christmas break. Session 1 of Winter Camp is Monday - Friday, December 19 - 23 from 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Session 2 is Monday - Friday, December 26 -...

MPD reminds residents to use Safe Exchange Zone

Mesquite, TX - December 9, 2016 - The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) encourages residents to use the Safe Exchange Zone for face-to-face internet sales transactions this holiday season, and avoid any transaction if a buyer or seller refuses to meet ther...

Arctic cold front expected for North Texas

Mesquite, TX - December 7, 2016 - An arctic cold front is expected to move into North Texas tonight bringing frigid temperatures with lows in the 20s for much of the area. Precipitation is not expected at this time for the Mesquite area. However, some ver...

Mesquite Fire Department accepting firefighter applications

Mesquite, TX - December 7, 2016 - The Mesquite Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of firefighter. Applications will be accepted online now through January 27, 2017. Successful applicants will be invited to take a written e...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park has been rescheduled to December 10 and 11

Mesquite, TX – December 1, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced that due to this weekend’s inclement weather forecast, the Christmas in the Park event scheduled for Westlake Park on December 3 and 4 has been rescheduled to December 10 and 11. The ...Read on...

City of Mesquite employees donate nearly $36,000 to local charities

Mesquite, TX - November 29, 2016 - Recently, City of Mesquite employees donated nearly $36,000 to 14 local charities including Mesquite Social Services and Sharing Life Community Outreach. The donations were made during the Real. Texas. Giving. Campaign w...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park offers food trucks and Santa Cop support

Mesquite, TX – November 29, 2016 - Mesquite celebrates 30 years of Christmas in the Park with a variety of new options including food truck refreshments to appeal to all tastes. Options will include La Rosita made-to-order Mexican food, Samson&a...

Mesquite Police Department offers holiday driving safety tips

Mesquite, TX - November 22, 2016 - Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year. Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests are also at their highest between Thanksgiving and the end of New Year’s weekend. The Mesquite Poli...

City offices and STAR Transit closed for Thanksgiving holiday

Mesquite, TX - November 21, 2016 - Most City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on November 24 and 25 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Recycling will not be collected on November 24 or 25. Trash will not be collected on November 2...

Mesquite offers alternate travel routes to ease holiday traffic congestion

Mesquite, TX – November 21, 2016 – The City of Mesquite has released maps offering alternate travel routes to local retail centers, entertainment venues and restaurants during the holiday season. Alternate routes give the public more o...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park returns with family favorites

Mesquite, TX – November 21, 2016 – While many new activities have been added to Mesquite’s 30^th anniversary of Christmas in the Park, many family favorites will remain a big part of the event.

Free returning favorites include:...

Mesquite Municipal Court announces Court Clerk of the Year

Mesquite, TX – November 16, 2016 – The Mesquite Municipal Court recently presented the 2016 Court Clerk of the Year award to Joanna Davila. Ms. Davila has served the Mesquite community as a municipal court clerk for three years. She was selected for the a...Read on...

Mesquite youth place first in NFL Punt Pass & Kick sectional competition

Mesquite, TX – November 16, 2016 – Mesquite Parks and Recreation hosted the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick sectional competition on Wednesday, October 12 at Handy Stadium. More than 115 Mesquite Independent School District students participated in the sectiona...Read on...

Mesquite’s Christmas in the Park offers new activities and entertainment

Mesquite, TX – November 14, 2016 – Mesquite celebrates 30 years of Christmas in the Park on December 3 and 4 with new activities and entertainment including the debut of the “Here Comes Christmas” parade. The parade will feature eight floats winding their...Read on...

City of Mesquite seeks citizen input with online survey

Mesquite, TX – November 14, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced a new online survey available for citizens to take and provide their input on City services. The survey is available at www.cityofmesquite.com/2016Survey.

City Manager Cliff Kehe...Read on...

City of Mesquite Town Hall Tuesday set for November 15

Mesquite, TX – November 10, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday at 6 p.m., on November 15 at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue.

The free event will feature the new “City Hall 101” from 6 - 7 p.m. This will offer c...Read on...

Mesquite Cares program continues with great success

Mesquite, TX – November 8, 2016 – The City of Mesquite’s new #MesquiteCares initiative has been launched with a successful start in helping to build a stronger Mesquite community. Last night, the City Council hosted a Salute to Service ceremony to recogni...Read on...

Mesquite Recycles Day is November 12

Mesquite, TX - November 8, 2016 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful and the City of Mesquite will host their semi-annual Recycles Day event for residents on Saturday, November 12 from 8 a.m. - noon. This drive-through event will be held in the front parking lot of...Read on...

STAR Transit celebrates Rider Appreciation Week, November 14 - 18

Terrell, TX - November 8, 2016 - STAR Transit will celebrate Rider Appreciation Week from November 14 - 18.

“To thank our riders we are hosting a weeklong celebration with plenty of perks. The riders are the inspiration that keep us going and make us...Read on...

Mesquite celebrates 30 years of Christmas in the Park

Mesquite, TX – November 7, 2016 – The City of Mesquite is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Christmas in the Park with new activities and the “Here Comes Christmas” parade. To better accommodate family schedules, event days and times have been changed t...Read on...

Mesquite Chamber Business After Hours to host toy and food drive

Mesquite, TX - November 3, 2016 - Mesquite Chamber Business After Hours will host a toy and food drive for the Mesquite community on Tuesday, November 15. The event will be held at Windsor Florist and Gifts, 201 W. Main Street, from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

All ...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department offers Halloween Safety Tips

Mesquite, TX - October 28, 2016 - The Mesquite Police Department wishes everyone a happy Halloween and offers the following safety tips if trick-or-treating.

• Wear highly visible clothing which can be detectable during night time hours or use reflect...Read on...

Mesquite community to recognize public safety professionals on November 6

Mesquite, TX – October 25, 2016 – In an effort to recognize all of its public safety professionals, the City of Mesquite will host the “Real. Texas. Heroes.” event on Sunday, November 6 at 3 p.m. in front of the Mesquite Police Department, 777 North Gallo...Read on...

City implements necessary water utility rate increase

City of Mesquite water utility customers will notice an increase in their utility bills beginning the fall of 2016. On October 1, City water and sewer rates increased by eight percent to cover costs charged by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTM...Read on...

Mesquite Mayor’s Bi-Monthly Prayer Breakfast will be November 3

Mesquite, TX – October 21, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced Mayor Stan Pickett’s Bi-Monthly Prayer Breakfast will feature Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church Minister of Missions David Balyeat. The free breakfast, sponsored by Whataburger, will be h...Read on...

City of Mesquite expands government transparency platform

Mesquite, TX – October 18, 2016 – The City of Mesquite has expanded the financial information available to the public through its online transparency portal. The two new components include the budget compared to actual activity of expenditures and revenue...Read on...

City of Mesquite will honor 2016 Paralympic Games athletes tonight

Mesquite, TX – October 17, 2016 – Today at 7 p.m., the City of Mesquite will recognize two Mesquite athletes who competed in the 2016 Paralympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The presentation will be held at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave...Read on...

Mesquite participates in National Take-Back Initiative

Mesquite, TX - October 14, 2016 - On Saturday, October 22, the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) will take part in a nationwide effort to allow residents to dispose of potentially dangerous controlled substances from their medicine cabinets. This program i...Read on...

Mesquite goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Mesquite, TX - October 13, 2016 - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which is an annual campaign to expand education and raise awareness for breast cancer screenings. In response, Mesquite has gone pink to help bring further attention to the disease...Read on...

Mesquite ISD Board recognizes Goodbar Adults 50+ reading initiative support

Mesquite, TX - October 12, 2016 - On October 10, participants of Goodbar Adults 50+ program were recognized by the Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) Board for their support of the district’s #ReadPlayTalk Early Reading Intiative. Active adults f...Read on...

2016 BB&T Amazing Technicolor 5K to be held on October 22

Mesquite, TX - October 11, 2016 - The Mesquite ISD Education Foundation is gearing up for the 4th annual BB&T Amazing Technicolor 5K. Back by popular demand, the AT5K will be held on October 22 at the Mesquite Convention Center.

The AT5K is all ab...Read on...

HMI to host Barn Bash and Treasures Barn Sale

Join Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI) for a weekend of fun and shopping October 13 - 14. HMI will host a Barn Bash and Treasures Barn Sale preview party on Thursday, October 13. Enjoy shopping, silent and live auctions, refreshments and entertainment from 6 ...Read on...

Shop the Friends of the Mesquite Library Book Sale

Come browse and find a bargain at the Friends of the Mesquite Library Book Sale at the Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive. The event is open to the public October 21 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and October 22 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. A Preview Sale, open to ...Read on...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful to host Recycling Fashion Show

Walk the runway and show your style! Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. (KMB) will host its 8th annual Recycling Fashion Show on Saturday, October 15 at 2 p.m. in Dillard’s Court at Town East Mall. The event is intended to educate the public about recycling i...Read on...

TxDOT to open I-635 TEXpress Lanes

Mesquite, TX - October 3, 2016 - The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is transitioning the HOV lanes on I-635 from Greenville Avenue to I-30 to HOV/Express Lanes, a form of TEXpress Lanes. The lanes are part of a regional congestion relief strat...Read on...

Mesquite receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Mesquite, TX - October 3, 2016 - The City of Mesquite has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual ...Read on...

Mesquite to host National Night Out events on October 4

Mesquite, TX – September 29, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will host a variety of activities in neighborhoods on October 4 in recognition of National Night Out. For the most current schedule, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/NNO.

Mayor Stan Pickett said, “P...Read on...

Mesquite ISD’s School Bus Stop Arm Enforcement Program Goes Live

Last month, the City of Mesquite began a partnership with the Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) in their efforts to utilize the latest equipment and technology to detect motorists making illegal passes around stopped school buses. The school bus...Read on...

Mesquite offers Sounds in the Square concert series

Mesquite, TX - September 22 - Sounds in the Square, a new concert series, will be held in Mesquite’s Heritage Square, 120 W. Main Street, during the months of September, October and November. The concerts will be held from 4 – 5:30 p.m. on the same Saturd...Read on...

Mesquite Police Santa Cop Toy Parade

Mesquite, TX - August 29, 2016 - The Crossroad Riders of Mesquite, Texas, a chapter of the Christian Motorcyclist Association, announce the 19th Annual Santa Cop Toy Parade benefitting the Mesquite Police Department and Mesquite Police Association’s Santa...Read on...

Water leak near Cartwright Road and Paula Lane

Here is an update on last night's water leak near Cartwright Road and Paula Lane. The first leak was repaired overnight by City employees. However, as water was being turned on a new leak developed to the east. No residents are without water service. The ...Read on...

Mesquite High School student competes at First Tee Open at Pebble Beach

Mesquite, TX - September 16, 2016 - This week, Mesquite High School student Annaliesia Salazar competes at the Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach. Miss Salazar is one of only 81 junior golfers from across the country invited to play in the 54-ho...Read on...

Mesquite’s Leash Free Zone competes for prize funds

Mesquite, TX – September 15, 2016 - Beneful brand dog food, in cooperation with Wal-Mart, is sponsoring a contest for communities with dog parks. Mesquite’s Leash Free Zone is one out of seven dog parks throughout the country with a chance to win a prize ...Read on...

North Texas Municipal Water District Joins National Imagine a Day Without Water Campaign

[The City of Mesquite is a member of the NTMWD.]

September 15, 2016 – Today, North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) joins elected officials, drinking water and wastewater providers, community leaders, policy experts, advocacy organizations, and i...Read on...

Mesquite City Secretary receives 2016 Yellow Rose Clerk of the Year award

Mesquite, TX – September 12, 2016 – The Yellow Rose Chapter of the Texas Municipal Clerks Association, Inc. (TMCA) recently presented Mesquite City Secretary Sonja Land with the 2016 Yellow Rose Clerk of the Year award. This award recognizes Texas city cl...Read on...

September is National Senior Center Month

Mesquite, TX – September 12, 2016 - This September, the City of Mesquite and the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) are celebrating the many ways to "Find Balance at Your Center" as part of National Senior Center Month 2016.

Each day...Read on...

Mesquite Fire Department announces rank promotions

Mesquite, TX - September 8, 2016 - Fire Chief Mark Kerby and the Mesquite Fire Department are proud to announce three recent promotions in rank. Lieutenant Travis Greenman promoted to the rank of Captain, Driver-Engineer Israel Guy promoted to Lieutenant...Read on...

“Back the Blue, Bring a Book” drive produces over 700 donations

The Mesquite community donated over 700 books to the “Back the Blue, Bring a Book” drive held on August 9. The one-day event was an extension of the "Books & Badges" program launched this summer by Mesquite Police Resource Officers who read ...Read on...

City of Mesquite supports MISD Football

Are you ready for "Friday Night Lights?"

Great football won't be the only thing you see on the field this season. Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) football players will be wearing first responder stickers on their helmets in suppo...Read on...

Mesquite City Council approves second list of streets to be repaired with bond funds

Mesquite, TX – September 7, 2016 – The Mesquite City Council has finalized the second list of residential streets repairs to be funded by the $125 million bond election passed by voters in November 2015. These repairs will be made in the next fiscal year,...Read on...

Mesquite honors employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – September 7, 2016 – Mesquite honored nine City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting on September 6. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who provide exemplary custo...Read on...

Mesquite will host Town Hall Tuesday on September 13

Mesquite, TX – September 6, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will host its next Town Hall Tuesday on September 13, from 7 - 8 p.m. at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The event is free and open to the public. The topic will be Community Policing and...Read on...

Mesquite recognizes 15th anniversary of 9/11 with new Mesquite Freedom Park

Mesquite, TX – September 6, 2016 – On Sunday, September 11, the City of Mesquite will host a public dedication ceremony at 3 p.m., for the new Mesquite Freedom Park which features a beam from the Twin Towers destroyed on 9/11. The event will be held on th...Read on...

Perot Museum TECH Truck to visit the Mesquite Main Library

The Perot Museum TECH Truck is bringing discovery directly to the Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 14. The TECH Truck engages youth in hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM)...Read on...

September is National Preparedness Month

Mesquite, TX - September 1, 2016 - September is National Preparedness Month and serves as a reminder to take action now to prepare for emergencies before they occur. There are many hazards that present a threat where we live, work and visit. The City of M...Read on...

Mesquite Main Library offers Reading Buddies program

Mesquite, TX - August 31 - The Mesquite Main Library offers the Reading Buddies program every Tuesday from 4:30 – 5 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive. The program partners children, preschool through second grade, with a teenage or adult volunt...Read on...

Mesquite Freedom Park dedication planned for September 11

Mesquite, TX – August 30, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will host a free public dedication ceremony at 3 p.m., Sunday, September 11 for Mesquite Freedom Park which features a beam from the Twin Towers destroyed on 9/11. The event will be held on the North L...Read on...

Mesquite announces new mobile app

Mesquite, TX – August 29, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced its new mobile app for smart devices. The name of the free app is MesquiteTX.

Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett said, “This is a new way our citizens can stay engaged with the City of Mes...Read on...

City of Mesquite offices closed on September 5

Mesquite, TX - August 29, 2016 - City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 5, in observance of Labor Day. However, the Mesquite Metro Airport will be open. To view a complete list of City services impacted, visit www.city...Read on...

STAR Transit closed for Labor Day

Terrell, TX - August 29, 2016 - STAR Transit announces that it will be closed Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day.

• STAR Transit will be closed Monday, September 5th and will reopen Tuesday at 8:00 am
• This includes the DART Express Bus...Read on...

Mesquite Animal Shelter announces new operating hours

Mesquite, TX – August 23, 2016 – Beginning, Wednesday, August 24 the Mesquite Animal Shelter, located at 1650 Gross Road, will begin new operating hours. The new hours of operation will be Monday – Friday (except Wednesdays) 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and Saturd...Read on...

Mesquite Mayor’s Bi-Monthly Prayer Breakfast features 9/11 survivor

Mesquite, TX – August 23, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced Mayor Stan Pickett’s Bi-Monthly Prayer Breakfast will feature 9/11 survivor and former United States Secret Service agent Ms. Samantha Horwitz. The free breakfast will be held at 7:30 ...Read on...

Back to school safety tips for drivers

Mesquite, TX – August 18, 2016 – On August 22, the Mesquite Independent School District will be back in session. The City of Mesquite reminds drivers to be extra cautious as school zones become active again and be aware of school bus safety. Help make it ...Read on...

Mesquite announces its Lifeguard of the Year recipients

Mesquite, TX – August 12, 2016 - The City of Mesquite has announced its Lifeguards of the Year. Recipients are: Chase Harmon of Town East Pool, a junior at Poteet High School; Dylan Pfannenstiel of Vanston Pool, a senior at John Horn High School; and Rand...Read on...

Mesquite receives Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award

Mesquite, TX – August 11, 2016 – The City of Mesquite has earned the 2016 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute. The city is one of only 28 agencies in Texas and one of only 72 cities in the United S...Read on...

Marlins Swim Team recognized at City Council meeting

Mesquite, TX – August 9, 2016 – Mayor Pickett recognized four members of the Mesquite Marlins Swim Team; Jack Nolan, Noah Stucky, Nicholas Cordero and Gabriel Cordero at the August 1 City Council meeting. These swimmers won medals in their respective even...Read on...

Mesquite offers reduced fee back-to-school immunizations and extended hours

Mesquite, TX – August 8, 2016 – The Mesquite Public Health Clinic (MPHC) will offer reduced fee immunizations and extended hours of operation from August 15 – 26 to help meet the need for back-to-school immunizations. Vaccinations will be administered at ...Read on...

Mesquite supports new safety program for students on school buses

Mesquite, TX - August 5, 2016 - There is an average of six school bus violations each day for every 10 buses on the road in Texas. Nationally, more than 400 children have been killed by drivers passing a stopped school bus during the past four decades acc...Read on...

DCHHS reports the 15th and 16th human cases of West Nile virus

DALLAS (August 3, 2016) – Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has confirmed a 15th and 16th human case of West Nile infection in Dallas County for the 2016 season. The 15th patient is a resident of the 75062 zip code of Irving. The 16th patien...Read on...

Historic Mesquite, Inc. to host Barn Sale Bash

Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI) is gearing up for its 5th annual Treasures Barn Sale with added features to celebrate the organization’s 20th anniversary.

“We’re going to spice things up a bit this year,” said Janice Houston, chairwoman. “First, we’re g...Read on...

Mesquite authorizes development incentive agreement with United Parcel Service

Mesquite, TX – August 1, 2016 – Tonight, the Mesquite City Council authorized a development incentive agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) for the expansion and modernization of the company’s facility at 4200 Samuell Blvd, Mesquite. The agreem...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department celebrates inaugural summer camp for kids

Mesquite, TX – August 1, 2016 – Tonight, some of the 18 elementary school students who participated in the Mesquite Police Department’s inaugural summer camp will lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the 7 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting.

All the student...Read on...

Mesquite Utility Billing Office to close temporarily August 12 - 14

Mesquite, TX – August 1, 2016 – The City of Mesquite Utility Billing Office will close at 1 p.m. on August 12 and reopen at 8 a.m. on August 15 due to routine maintenance of the financial software system. Utility online and phone payment systems will als...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department accepting 2016 Citizens Police Academy applications

Mesquite, TX - July 29, 2016 - Applications are now being accepted for the 2016 Mesquite Police Department Citizens Police Academy. The academy is a twelve-week program which provides residents the opportunity to learn about the Mesquite Police Department...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department announces “Back the Blue, Bring a Book”

Mesquite, TX – July 29, 2016 – Today, the Mesquite Police Department announced their support of local reading initiatives for youth by asking the community to donate new or used children’s books through the “Back the Blue, Bring a Book” campaign.

The ...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department warns against phone scammers

Mesquite, TX – July 26, 2016 – Phone scammers target millions of Americans every year and many people fall victim out of fear as they are threatened with arrest warrants. One of the most common phone scams is known as the IRS scam. These scammers claim to...Read on...

DCHHS to hold informational meeting on Zika virus

Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) will hold a public meeting on the Zika Virus, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, at the Lochwood Library Black Box Theater, 11221 Lochwood Blvd. in Dallas. Information about the Zika virus and ways to protect y...Read on...

Addressing Mesquite Day deadlines extended

This year's Addressing Mesquite Day (AMD) will be held on October 8. Now is your chance to request assistance or help someone in need in our community. Work on AMD includes tree trimming, painting, constructing handicap-accessible ramps, debris removal an...Read on...

Mesquite’s Finance Department helps Spread the Love

Mesquite, TX – July 22, 2016 – Today, the City of Mesquite’s “Spread the Love” peanut butter and jelly campaign received a large donation from the City’s Finance Department. Director of Finance Debbie Mol encouraged staff members to donate jars of peanut ...Read on...

Mesquite announces changes to online data of police and fire response calls

Mesquite, TX – July 21, 2016 – The City of Mesquite announced they are placing safety above statistics when it comes to information transparency and protecting its first responders.

In light of recent events in Dallas and other communities in this co...Read on...

Mesquite announces results of pay audit for executive level employees

Mesquite, TX – July 18, 2016 – Tonight, the City of Mesquite announced the results of the independent audit conducted on all directors and executive staff members who retired from 1994 - 2016, and received separation pay and benefits.

City Manager Clif...Read on...

Mesquite to participate in Clear the Shelters adoption day

Mesquite, TX – July 15, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will once again be participating in the nationwide Clear the Shelters adoption day on Saturday, July 23. The event will be held at the Mesquite Animal Shelter, 2650 Gross Road, from noon – 5 p.m. Adoptio...Read on...

Mesquite reminds the public to use the four D’s of mosquito protection

Prevention is the best defense against West Nile and other mosquito-borne viruses. Remember the four D’s when enjoying the outdoors this summer.

• Dusk/dawn are the times of day to stay indoors when infected mosquitoes are the most active.
• Dress i...Read on...

Mesquite offers safe play option of new Pokémon Go game

Mesquite, TX – July 14, 2016 – Today, the Mesquite Public Library announced a safe and fun way to play Pokémon Go in Mesquite. On Friday, July 15, at 3 p.m. the Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, is a Poké-Stop and will be using a Lure Module to attract ...Read on...

Dallas Chapter of the Assist the Officer Foundation

Dear Mesquite community,
I am sure many of you are shocked by the tragedy that has struck our neighbors and fellow public servants in the City of Dallas. The City of Mesquite asks that you continue to pray for the families who lost loved ones and for tho...Read on...

Mesquite budget presentation videos are available online

News Release

Mesquite, TX – July 7, 2016 – The proposed 2016-17 budget presentations made to the Mesquite City Council on July 5 by City staff of the Finance Department, Information Technology Department and the Mesquite Metro Airport are now available...Read on...

Town Hall Tuesday to be held July 12

The next Town Hall Tuesday will be held on July 12 from 7 - 8 p.m. at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The topic will be the budget process. A question and answer session will be offered and attendees will have the opportunity to interact with ...Read on...

Mesquite posts Gus Thomasson Road Project videos online

News Release

Mesquite, TX – July 6, 2016 – As a follow-up to the public meeting held on June 30 to discuss preliminary plans and design options for the reconstruction of Gus Thomasson Road, videos of the presentation and public meeting have been posted...Read on...

Mesquite recognized with a Playful City USA designation

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Mesquite, TX – July 6, 2016 – During the July 5 City Council meeting, the City of Mesquite announced it earned the prestigious Playful City USA designation for the fourth consecutive year. The national recognition program honors cities and...Read on...

Mesquite Animal Shelter celebrates local pet rescue agencies

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Mesquite, TX – July 5, 2016 – In advance of the July 23 Clear the Shelters national event, the City of Mesquite shared its appreciation to all the local pet rescue agencies who have helped the Mesquite Animal Shelter.

City Manager Clif...Read on...

Mesquite Fire Department accepting 2016 Citizens' Fire Academy applications

Mesquite, TX - June 30, 2016 - Applications are now being accepted for the 2016 Mesquite Fire Department Citizens’ Fire Academy (CFA). The academy is a nine-week program which provides residents the opportunity to learn about the Mesquite Fire Department...Read on...

City of Mesquite offices closed on July 4

Mesquite, TX - June 28, 2016 - City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. To view a complete list of City services impacted, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Holidays.Read on...

Fireworks prohibited within Mesquite city limits

News Release

Mesquite, TX – June 28, 2016 – The City of Mesquite urges residents to celebrate safely this Independence Day. Residents are reminded that it is illegal to possess or use fireworks, or discharge firearms within city limits. To report viola...Read on...

Public meeting to be held on Gus Thomasson Road Reconstruction

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Mesquite, TX – June 24, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will hold a public meeting on Thursday, June 30 regarding preliminary plans for the reconstruction of Gus Thomasson Road, from U.S. 80 to Town East Boulevard. The meeting will begin at 7...Read on...

Ten tips for Clean Air Action Day

Mesquite, TX – June 24, 2016 – June 24 is 2016 Clean Air Action Day. The City of Mesquite challenges all residents to lend a hand and help improve air quality today and every day with the following 10 tips.

• Bike or walk to your destination when possi...Read on...

Mesquite Town Hall Tuesday available online

News Release

Mesquite, TX – June 22, 2016 – A video of the presentations and public input from the June 14 Town Hall Tuesday on the topic of code enforcement is now available at www.cityofmesquite.com/TownHall.

The next Town Hall Tuesday is schedul...Read on...

Mesquite Public Safety Dispatcher Helps 14-Year-Old Heat Stroke Victim

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Mesquite, TX – June 16, 2016 – Yesterday, Mesquite Police Department Public Safety Dispatcher Christy Russell used new 9-1-1 technology to help assist a 14-year-old boy who called for help while having a heat stroke. Russell used new 9-1-1...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department launches new online crime mapping platform

Mesquite, TX – June 13, 2016 – Today, the Mesquite Police Department announced the launch of their new online crime mapping website which provides the public with information about crimes reported within the City of Mesquite. For details, visit www.cityof...Read on...

Mesquite recognizes employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

This week, the Mesquite City Council honored 11 city employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards for their efforts to provide exemplary customer service to the community and for their achievement of unique accomplishments.

The employees were ...Read on...

Mesquite Arts Center hosts Red, White and Tuna

Mesquite Community Theatre is thrilled to present Red, White and Tuna! Opening night is Friday, June 10th at 8 p.m. at the Mesquite Arts Center.

It's time to make your reservation for the next installment in the Tuna series! These shows sell out fast, ...Read on...

City-owned property for sale

The City of Mesquite has real property for sale.

Separate sealed proposal (bid) packets for each of the properties must be submitted on or before 8:30 a.m. on June 23, 2016 to Le Sealey, Manager of Purchasing, or her designee, at 1515 North Galloway Av...Read on...

Mesquite approves new EEO policy for city employees

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Mesquite, TX – June 7, 2016 – Last night, the Mesquite City Council approved modifications to its existing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) non-discrimination statement policy for city employees. The revised policy is consistent with the...Read on...

Mesquite becomes a comprehensive smoke-free city

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Mesquite, TX – June 7, 2016 – Last night, the Mesquite City Council passed an ordinance that prohibits smoking in places of employment after business hours and makes Mesquite the 51st city in Texas to be designated as a “comprehensive smok...Read on...

MISD offers free Summer Food Service Program

Each year, the Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) requests assistance from local organizations to help promote its free Summer Food Service Program. The City of Mesquite welcomes the opportunity to share this important information and will contin...Read on...

Mesquite Arts Center offers free outdoor concerts in June

Mesquite, TX - May 27, 2016 – The Mesquite Arts Center will offer free outdoor concerts every Monday and Tuesday night in June. Music in the Park performed by the Mesquite Community Band will be offered every Monday night at 7 p.m., while Tuesday nights w...Read on...

Ducks at City Lake Park

Recently, there has been concern expressed by the public about the treatment of the duck population at City Lake Park. City staff has been in contact with Texas Parks and Wildlife who verified all ducks are protected by the Migratory Bird Act. Because of...Read on...

Mesquite libraries offer summer reading clubs and activities

Mesquite, TX - May 25, 2016 – The Mesquite Public Library invites everyone to “Get in the Game” this summer with its annual summer reading clubs for all ages. Children, teens and adults can visit the library from June 6 – July 30 to turn in reading logs a...Read on...

Mesquite offers Safe Exchange Zone

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Mesquite, TX - May 23, 2016 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) has created a Safe Exchange Zone for citizens to conduct face-to-face sales transactions to help prevent criminal activity. This Safe Exchange Zone is located in the front ...Read on...

Mesquite celebrates one year of the Municipal Court Marshal program

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Mesquite, TX – May 17, 2016 – This month, the City of Mesquite celebrated the one year anniversary of launching its Mesquite Marshal program for the Municipal Court. In the first year of operation, the program cleared more than 51,600 peop...Read on...

Canvass of Election

A Special City Council Meeting will be held at Mesquite City Hall, Council Chambers, 757 N. Galloway Avenue on Wednesday, May 18 at 9 a.m.
The meeting will be held to: Canvass results of Joint Election held May 7, 2016, for the purpose of electing Counci...Read on...

Mesquite Firefighters help the Spread the Love peanut butter and jelly drive

News Release

Mesquite, TX – May 17, 2016 – Today, Mesquite Firefighters from all seven Mesquite fire stations donated and delivered more than 200 jars of peanut butter and jelly in support of the “Spread the Love” campaign sponsored by the City of Mesq...Read on...

Mesquite High School students present youth engagement ideas

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Mesquite, TX - May 16, 2016 – City of Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett and City Manager Cliff Keheley recently met with at-risk students from Mesquite High School’s Ignite Program to discuss youth engagement.

City Manager Cliff Keheley said...Read on...

Mesquite welcomes FedEx Ground to the community

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Mesquite, TX – May 11, 2016 – Recently, the City of Mesquite officially welcomed FedEx Ground to the community in celebration of their plans to build the 344,000-square-foot Mesquite station. This new station will be a part of the FedEx Gr...Read on...

Volunteers needed for Mesquite’s Summer Sizzle festival

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Mesquite, TX – May 10, 2016 – Volunteers are needed for the City of Mesquite’s inaugural Summer Sizzle festival on Saturday, June 11, from noon to 10:30 p.m. at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. Volunteers will receive a free Summer Siz...Read on...

Variety of contests offered at the Mesquite Summer Sizzle

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Mesquite, TX – May 6, 2016 – Calling all competitors! The City of Mesquite’s inaugural Summer Sizzle festival will host a variety of contests on Saturday, June 11, at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. A mud volleyball tournament will be...Read on...

Mesquite Municipal Election Results

Mesquite, TX – May 7, 2016 – Tonight, the City of Mesquite announced the results of the May 7 Municipal Election. A special City Council meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m., May 18 to canvass the election results. The meeting will be held in the Council Chamb...Read on...

Municipal Election Day is May 7

The annual Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, May 7, to elect Councilmembers for Places 3, 4 and 5.

On Election Day, Dallas County registered voters can vote only at their precinct polling location from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Voters can find their ...Read on...

Vendor booth space is available for Mesquite’s Summer Sizzle festival

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Mesquite, TX – May 2, 2016 – The City of Mesquite has non-food vendor booth spaces available for the inaugural Summer Sizzle festival. The event will be held Saturday, June 11, from noon to 10:30 p.m. at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road...Read on...

Mesquite Freedom Park receives donation from Agape Home Health and Hospice

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Mesquite, TX – April 29, 2016 – Today, the President of Agape Home Health and Hospice Shaji K. Daniel presented Mesquite Fire Chief Mark Kerby a donation of $10,000 for Mesquite Freedom Park. For details, visit www.mesquitefreedompark.com....Read on...

Mesquite Director of Human Resources installed as national president of SALGBA

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Mesquite, TX – April 28, 2016 – This week, City of Mesquite Director of Human Resources Rick French was installed as the National President of the State and Local Government Benefits Association (SALGBA). French previously served as SALGBA...Read on...

Mesquite Animal Services offers “Two for Tuesdays” adoption special

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Mesquite, TX – April 28, 2016 – Today, Mesquite Animal Services announced the “Two for Tuesdays” adoption special throughout the month of May. Each Tuesday in May, puppies and kittens under the age of six months will be available at the ad...Read on...

Mesquite celebrates summertime with the Summer Sizzle festival

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Mesquite, TX – April 26, 2016 – The City of Mesquite will get a jump on celebrating summertime by hosting the inaugural Summer Sizzle festival on Saturday, June 11, from noon to 10:30 p.m. at Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road. Admission ...Read on...

Meander actors tell it like it was

Historic Mesquite, Inc.’s (HMI) sixth annual Mesquite Meander will be held Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14. Local actors from the Mesquite Community Theater tell the city’s history from the pioneers’ perspectives, portraying those that moved to the f...Read on...

Mesquite Symphony Orchestra

The 2014 - 15 Mesquite Symphony Orchestra program continues with these concerts:

December 20, 7 p.m., Music of the Season- Dickens Christmas Sing-A-Long
January 31, 7:30 p.m., Swing Time! – Big Band style jazz tunes from the 30's & 40's March 28...Read on...

Christmas in the Park Update

Last night at Christmas in the Park, the City of Mesquite experienced a large number of older teenagers loitering around Westlake Park.

Due to the vast experience of the City's special event staff, additional Mesquite police officers were already in t...Read on...

Mesquite Community Band Concert

The public is invited to join the Mesquite Community Band at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 North Galloway, on Saturday, December 6 for "A Night of Christmas Celebration” concert, starting at 7 pm.

Take a Sleigh Ride through a Winter Wonder Land...Read on...

Homeowner Shoots at Burglary Suspects

On November 23 at 2:30 p.m. the Mesquite Police Department received a call from a homeowner in the 900 block of Micarta Drive advising of a burglary of his storage building which had just occurred. The homeowner stated he heard his alarm activate, so he ...Read on...

New phone app offers easy way for water utility customers to pay their bill

A new water utility app is now available for iPhones and Android users. This new app allows the City’s water utility customers to access their accounts, pay their bill and obtain detailed account information.

Using your smart phone, download the new p...Read on...

Thanksgiving holiday recycling and trash pick up schedule

Sanitation service for the Thanksgiving holidays will be adjusted.

There will be no garbage service on Thursday, November 27. There will be garbage service, but no recycling collection, on Friday, November 28.

The Compost Facility and Convenience C...Read on...

New City Hall and Municipal Court hours announced

The City of Mesquite has announced new lobby hours for City Hall (757 N. Galloway Avenue) and Municipal Court (211 Municipal Way).

The new hours of operation will be Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and become effective on January 5. Adjusting the lob...Read on...

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

State Highway 190 - The East Branch
From Interstate Highway 30 to Interstate Highway 20 Dallas and Kaufman Counties
CSJs: 2964-06-011,012

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in conjunction with Dallas and...Read on...

Tree lighting in Heritage Square to be held December 2

The holiday season will ceremoniously begin in Mesquite with the annual Christmas on the Square event in Historic Downtown Mesquite on Tuesday, December 2 from 5 – 7 p.m. The tree will be lit at 5:30 p.m.

Holiday choirs will perform while Santa Claus ...Read on...

Mesquite prepares Westlake Park for Christmas event

More than 100,000 lights are being installed to welcome attendees to Mesquite’s longest running event.

Christmas in the Park will return to Westlake Park December 4 – 6. This three day event will feature; pictures with Santa, Mrs. Claus story time and...Read on...

Mesquite Police Department Partners with Nextdoor

Mesquite Police Department has developed a partnership with Nextdoor (www.nextdoor.com), the free and private social network for neighborhoods, to build stronger, safer communities with the help of residents. This partnership will enable Mesquite Police D...Read on...

City announces new tiered water and sewer rates

On November 1, 2014 the City of Mesquite implemented new tiered water and sewer rates for its water utility customers. Here are the reasons for the rate increase and tiered rate structure:

The City's water is supplied by the North Texas Municipal Wate...Read on...

Mesquite announces once per week outdoor watering beginning September 1

The City of Mesquite announces that beginning September 1, its water utility customers will be allowed to water outdoor landscaping once per week on a weekday of their choice. For more information on outdoor watering restrictions in Mesquite, visit www.ci...Read on...

Library Events

Edible Book Contest (Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Dr.) August 21: The Friends of the Mesquite Public Library once again present the “Edible Book Contest” at the Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive. Show us your creative side and enter a edible representation...Read on...

Mesquite to host public awareness meetings on new STAR Transit in September

The City of Mesquite is moving forward with a new transit service for all citizens. Beginning October 1, the Mesquite Transportation for the Elderly and Disabled (MTED) will convert into the new STAR Transit service.

STAR and the city have scheduled t...Read on...

City Council meeting agendas and minutes are available online

The minutes and agendas for City Council Meetings are available online. The public can also watch previous meetings with the video-on-demand feature.

Outdoor Water Restrictions

The City of Mesquite announced support of the North Texas Municipal Water District’s extended Stage 3 water restrictions. The restrictions in Mesquite include limited outdoor watering by residents and businesses to one weekday every two weeks. Mesquite i...Read on...