City Council meets May 4

Mesquite City Council will meet on May 4, at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The Pre-Meeting begins at 5 p.m. in Training Rooms A and B, followed by the Staff Work Session at 6:30 p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. In order to advance the public health and support social distancing in response to the coronavirus pandemic, access to the rooms will be limited to the City Council, designated City staff, individuals with official business on the agenda and the public requesting to speak. Members of the public requesting to comment during Citizens Forum must preregister. Contact the City Secretary’s Office no later than 3 p.m., May 4 at sland@cityofmesquite.com or 972-216-6244. Provide your name, address and phone number to be used for calling into the meeting. Members of the public interested in speaking during the meeting are advised to remotely access the meeting by dialing either one of the following toll-free numbers: 877-853-5257 or 888-475-4499. The meeting ID number is 370 735 482 ##. Click here to read more about this meeting. View meeting agendas online. The City broadcasts meetings via Facebook Live and at cityofmesquite.com/WatchCouncilMeetings.

Mayor Bruce Archer provides updated message to community

Watch Mayor Bruce Archer’s latest video news release on the coronavirus event. Learn more about the City’s plans moving into May for special events and programs.

Mesquite announces plans to address Governor Abbott’s Open Texas plan

The City of Mesquite announced the steps it will take to monitor local businesses and enforce the details outlined by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to re-open specific businesses beginning May 1. Mesquite businesses will be expected to display occupancy limit signage in accordance with the Executive Order requiring 25% occupancy in non-essential retail stores and restaurants. City staff will monitor businesses and address activities not in compliance with the rules to reopen. Residents wishing to report a business not in compliance with the order should contact the manager of the store and then call 911 to report the business to the City. The full report and the accompanying executive order are available at www.cityofmesquite.com/Coronavirus.

Roadmap to Resources

The City of Mesquite has put together a list of helpful resources for local businesses and job seekers during the coronavirus pandemic. This week, job seekers can watch a video with Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas and get resume tips from the City’s Human Resources Department. Learn more at the Roadmap to Resources website, www.roadmaptoresources.com.

Virtual classes and more at the MAC

Several "Just For Kids" classes were scheduled to take place in April and May. While the Mesquite Arts Center works to reschedule classes for this summer, you and your family can still enjoy the MAC Doodles workshop! This virtual drawing class is perfect for all skill levels. Learn more.

Conor Commercial Real Estate breaks ground in Mesquite on new industrial development

Conor Commercial Real Estate broke ground on Skyline Commerce Center last week. The two-building industrial development will provide built-to-suit office space in Mesquite, totaling about 198,000 square feet and appeal to a variety of businesses looking for space. Learn more.

Mesquite Police Department offers free gun locks

The Mesquite Police Department has joined Project ChildSafe, a nationwide educational program that promotes the safe storage of firearms in the home. The program raises awareness about firearms safety by distributing gun locks and educational materials to gun owners. Project ChildSafe has provided MPD with free gun locks to distribute to the community. Learn more.

Census 2020 deadline extended

Due to COVID-19, the U.S. Census Bureau is delaying sending census takers out into communities. However, you can be proactive and complete the 2020 Census today. Residents can visit https://2020census.gov/ and click “Respond” to start filling out their 2020 Census online. For questions or to learn more about the 2020 Census visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Census2020.

Palos Verdes wildlife relocation to begin

The City is improving the flood control at Palos Verdes Lake. As a part of the project, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has permitted the City to proceed with the safe relocation of turtles and fish to allow for the construction to be completed. A certified team of licensed biologists from PondMedics started relocating wildlife this week. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/PalosVerdesProject to learn more about the project and the wildlife relocation plans.

Road Report in Spanish available online

The latest edition of the Road Report is available online in English and Spanish. The report offers updates on ongoing road construction projects throughout Mesquite including residential streets in the Real. Texas. Roads. Program.

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