Council members and former Mayor George Venner

Mesquite names Municipal Center after former mayor George A. Venner, Sr.

At the April 19 City Council meeting, the City dedicated the Municipal Center, located at 1515 N. Galloway Avenue, as the George A. Venner, Sr. Municipal Center. The dedication was to pay tribute to former Mayor George Venner and his distinguished public service career. Watch the presentation.

Mesquite Police Department honors officers, civilians and citizens

The Mesquite Police Department presented their annual Meritorious Awards during the April 19 City Council meeting, which was highlighted by Dustin Chautin receiving the prestigious “Sergeant H. Kent Tyler Award” for Officer of the Year and Public Safety Dispatcher Christy Russell earning the prominent Civilian of the Year Award. Watch the award ceremony. Learn more.

City Council approves new Downtown Mesquite facade grant

More investment by property owners into their locations in Downtown Mesquite is on the way. The Mesquite City Council has approved a new application for the Facade Improvement Program. Carroll Place, 215 and 217 W. Main Street will have significant enhancements to the exterior of the building. Learn more.

Mesquite is awarded $400,000 state grant for Lawson Road improvements

The City of Mesquite announced it has been awarded a state grant of $400,000 for interim improvements to Lawson Road. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) grant will help fund 90% of the project that will add three more feet of road shoulder and a safety guardrail on both lanes of Lawson Road near East Cartwright Road and Milam Road. Construction will begin in 2022. Learn more.

Mesquite celebrates its 911 dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week

The City of Mesquite joined millions of their peers across the country to celebrate April as National 9-1-1 Education Month and support the City’s 9-1-1 Dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. Learn more and watch the Mesquite Minute on National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.

Virtual KidFish Tournament will be held April 24 - May 2

The annual KidFish fishing tournament kicks off tomorrow, April 24. This year, KidFish will be held as a virtual event from April 24 - May 2. Participants are invited to submit photos of their fish catch from City Lake Park for an opportunity to compete for trophies and participation medals. For more information and tournament details, please visit www.CityofMesquite.com/KidFish or call the Parks and Recreation Department at 972-216-6260.

Air Supply is coming to the Mesquite Arena

The world famous Australian soft rock band Air Supply will be at the Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive, on April 30. This year marks the duos' 45th anniversary and they are celebrating it in style by coming to the Official Rodeo Capital of Texas. Learn more.

2021 Summer Youth Internship Program

The City of Mesquite is now accepting applications for the 2021 Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP), which will take place June 11 - July 25. Eligible applicants must live in Mesquite, be between the ages of 15 - 17, and meet Federal income requirements. To apply please complete and submit the 2021 Summer Youth Internship Application and required documents. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 30. Applications may be submitted via email to RButler@cityofmesquite.com and MSchlegel@cityofmesquite.com, or in-person at the Housing & Community Services building located at 1616 N. Galloway Avenue.

Mesquite Library holds jobseeker support sessions

The Mesquite Main Library is offering free jobseeker support sessions. Schedule a 30-minute session in person or by phone. Staff will offer assistance and resources to help with job applications resumes and practice interviews. For more information, or to schedule a support session, please contact the Mesquite Main Library at 972-216-6220.

Read the April Road Report

The April 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. Watch the April edition of the Road Warrior.

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