Outside photo of Mesquite City Hall at dusk

City Council meets Monday, Nov. 18

Mesquite City Council meets Nov. 18 at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. The Pre-Meeting begins at 5 p.m. in Training Rooms A and B, followed by the Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Council Chamber. View meeting agendas online. The City broadcasts meetings via Facebook Live and at cityofmesquite.com/WatchCouncilMeetings.

Audience in Council chamber during oath of office ceremony

City Council takes Oath of Office

This week, an Oath of Office ceremony was held for the newly elected City Councilmembers which included Bruce Archer, Mayor; Kenny Green, District 2; Robert Miklos, District 3; Tandy Boroughs, District 4; B.W. Smith, District 5; and Dan Aleman, District 6. The runoff election for Council District 1 takes place Saturday, Dec. 14. More information.

City Manager Cliff Keheley pictured with Atmos Energy VP Oric Walker - title sponsor for project

Mesquite breaks ground on new Veterans Memorial

On Nov. 9, Mesquite broke ground on its new Veterans Memorial near City Lake Park. The memorial will honor all military veterans, their families and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. You can leave a mark within the memorial by purchasing a personalized brick for $50 each. Learn more and purchase at mesquiteveteransmemorial.org.

Six new Mesquite Police Department recruits standing side by side with American flag on far left

Mesquite Police Department graduates six new recruits

Six new police officer recruits graduated from Mesquite Police Department’s Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) Nov. 8. This is the 12^th class to complete the internal training program. This class includes the first Mesquite firefighters to complete the program to become arson investigators. The recruits include a former MPD dispatcher, a 21-year U.S. Marine veteran and a U.S. Army veteran. Learn more about BPOC 12.

2019 Municipal Court Week Clerk of the Year and Deputy Marshal of the Year pictured with Court management

Mesquite recognizes Texas Municipal Court Week

In celebration of Texas Municipal Court Week Nov. 4-8, Mesquite Municipal Court provided public safety resources to customers regarding the dangers of distracted driving. The City also marked the occasion by naming its 2019 Court Clerk of the Year, Yelena Kimble, and 2019 Deputy Marshal of the Year, Jeffrey Williamson. Read more.

Cartoon drawing of fence post and blue sky with "KidsQuest 2.0" text across front

New KidsQuest playground debuts Nov. 23

KidsQuest Playground reopens with a celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 at Debusk Park. From 10 to 11:30 a.m., volunteers will assist with installing personalized pickets. The opening ceremony begins at noon followed by a free lunch at 12:30 p.m. Festivities conclude at 2 p.m. and the playground officially opens for play. Read more about KidsQuest 2.0.

Brown background with the words Thankful in cut out letters

City holiday closures Nov. 28-29

Most City offices and facilities are closed for the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. Mesquite Animal Services and City recreation centers are open Nov. 29. There is no trash or recycling collection Nov. 28; however, trash collection will occur Nov. 29. View a complete list of closures.

Photo of a round fruitcake with holiday holly laying beside it

Mesquite Community Theatre presents "Fruitcakes"

Purchase your ticket to a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer. Mesquite Community Theatre presents “Fruitcakes,” a moving story of alienation, understanding and reconciliation. Show times are available Nov. 22 through Dec. 15 at Mesquite Arts Center. Learn more and purchase tickets at mesquitecommunitytheatre.com.

Bar graph representing City sales tax for month of November

Monthly sales tax report

City of Mesquite’s November sales tax receipts, which represent sales activity for the month of September, were 3.3% above the amount reported for the same period last year. Mesquite ended the 2018-19 fiscal year at 1.8% above last year’s collections. Sales tax contributes 27% of the total revenue used to support the City’s General Fund, which provides services such as police, fire, parks and recreation, libraries and public works. Learn more at cityofmesquite.com/Transparency.

Young girl sitting next to Santa on a big chair Christmas on the Square event

November Mainstream is available online

This month's Mainstream is available online. Plan for Christmas in the Park, winter camps for kids and various programs at Mesquite Arts Center. The Mainstream newsletter is available in English and in Spanish.

Contact Us

We want to hear from you. If you have a concern or you are experiencing an issue, call City of Mesquite at 972-288-7711 or visit cityofmesquite.com/FAQ.