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NewsFlash - Aug. 4
Town of Sunnyvale - Aug. 4, 2023
Town of Sunnyvale Approves New 20% Homestead Exemption
Earlier this summer, the Sunnyvale Town Council approved the Town’s first homestead exemption for residential property owners.
The owner of a primary residence can apply for an exemption for the 2023 tax year and future tax years from Town of Sunnyvale ad valorem taxation of 20% of the appraised value.
Homestead exemptions remove part of your home’s value from taxation and reduce the amount of property taxes you will pay. Only a homeowner’s principal residence qualifies for this exemption.
This exemption applies to Town of Sunnyvale taxes and does not change your taxes from other entities such as Dallas County, Sunnyvale ISD or other special districts.
If you already have a homestead exemption through Dallas County or Sunnyvale ISD, you will automatically receive the Town of Sunnyvale exemption.
If you have not previously applied for or received an exemption, you will need to apply. A webpage will application information will be added to the Town website very soon. Visit TownofSunnyvale.org for updates.
Stay Safe During These Hot, Summer Days!
- Stay Cool - exercise inside or during the cooler morning hours. Make sure your pets have shade or can take shelter indoors.
- Stay Hydrated - drink plenty of water, especially if you work outdoors, avoid sugary and alcoholic drinks, keep plenty of fresh water available for pets.
- Check on loved ones and neighbors.
- Do not leave pets or people unattended in a vehicle!
By the way, your Town of Sunnyvale employees also are protecting themselves against the heat while they work outdoors. Take a look at this story from NBC DFW about Sunnyvale Police.
Town Council Approves $9.3 Million in Additional Road Repair
The Town of Sunnyvale continues to make improvements to roads and streets. The Town Council approved $9.3 million to fund the project’s next phase, which includes:
- Tripp Road from Beltline Road to The Falls entrance,
- Jobson Road from US 80 to East Tripp Road,
- Jobson Road from Tripp Road to Town East Boulevard,
- Town East Boulevard from Collins Road to Mitchell Drive,
- North Collins Road from Town East Boulevard to Barnes Bridge Road.
The 11-lane-mile phase is scheduled to begin in late August and is expected to be completed before Christmas.
To receive regular updates on this project, subscribe to receive our weekly e-newsletter, follow the Town’s Facebook page or check the Town’s website at TownofSunnyvale.org.
At the Doris Padgett Library
Monthly Book Club
The monthly meeting of our book club. We encourage you to come even if you didn’t get all the way through the book for some great conversation. Complimentary refreshments and coffee served. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library in advance of the meeting.
August: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
Wednesday, Aug 16, 2023, 05:30 PM
Doris Padgett Public Library, Tower Place, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
Weekly Story Times
Story Times for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers are held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Story times include several books and a fun craft or project to take home!
The library can arrange special story times for schools, daycare centers, or other groups upon request. For more information, call 972-226-4491.
From Sunnyvale Police
DEADLINE EXTENDED! Apply for the Sunnyvale Citizens Police Academy TODAY
The Sunnyvale Police Department extended the application deadline to today, Aug. 4!
The Sunnyvale Police Department invites Town of Sunnyvale citizens to join us for a 10 week hands-on learning course. Each week will cover various aspects of police work within the Town of Sunnyvale. Find out more.
Crime Stoppers Reward Increased and Video Released in June Homicide
The Sunnyvale Police Department continues searching for new leads as detectives investigate a fatal shooting in early June. To assist with that investigation, the Crime Stoppers Reward for information leading to an arrest in that case has been increased to $25,000.
Sunnyvale Police have also released video from the shooting scene. Check the Sunnyvale Police Department web page for more information.
Phone: (972) 226-7177
Address: 127 N. Collins Rd., Sunnyvale, TX 75182
Contact: publicrelations@townofsunnyvale.org