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NewsFlash - Nov. 17
Town of Sunnyvale - Nov. 17, 2023
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
All Town of Sunnyvale offices and non-emergency services will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and 24, in observance of Thanksgiving. The Doris Padgett Public Library will be closed until Tuesday, Nov. 28.
Recycle service normally on Thursdays will move to Friday, Nov. 24 and trash service normally on Fridays will move to Saturday, Nov. 25.
Join Us for Sunnyvale's Annual Turkey Trot, Nov. 23
Register Online
Pre-registration for the Fast & Furriest Turkey Trot, benefitting the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter, is still available at discounted rates. T-shirts and other giveaways are only available while supplies last.
You can also register the day of the event. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. The 5K race starts at 8 a.m. The 1-mile run starts at 8:10 a.m.
Road Construction - What To Expect Next Week
Project updates for Week of Nov. 20
Work is underway on $16.4 million worth of road improvement projects recently approved by the Sunnyvale Town Council.
Phase 2B and 2C include the repair and overlay of the following sections of asphalt roadway (dates are subject to change). This week's activity is scheduled to include:
- Town East Boulevard from Collins Road to Tower Place - Except for some minor striping work early the week of 11/20, all construction-related work has been completed.
- East Fork (first Phase 2C project) between Gloria and Tripp is ongoing. The southbound side is open to traffic while paving-related work on the northbound side will continue early the week of 11/20 weather permitting. Please plan on using Collins for traveling northbound through the Town.
- North Collins Road from Town East Boulevard to Barnes Bridge Road is ongoing. The southbound side is open to traffic while paving-related work on the northbound side will be underway early the week of 11/20 weather permitting. Please plan on using Town East/Polly/Barnes Bridge to bypass the construction zone impacting northbound Collins.
The latest updates and a preview of upcoming activities are available at TownofSunnyvale.org/RoadProjects. Construction schedules can change with short notice. We appreciate your patience.
Mail Service - Construction operations could temporarily disrupt US Postal Service deliveries to some mailboxes in the construction area. The Supervisor of Delivery at the Mesquite Post Office confirmed that undelivered mail would be held at the Mesquite Post Office, 120 E. Grubb Dr. Post office hours can be found at their website.
Trash Service - For residents along the construction route, please make sure your trash containers are out by 7 a.m. on your assigned day. If the lane in front of your home is closed, please place your container across the street.
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Sunnyvale Survey - Resident Enjoy Trails & Natural Spaces
Earlier this year, more than 700 Sunnyvale residents shared their insights about our community through a "livability" survey.
The overall quality of the natural environment in Sunnyvale received positive ratings from more than 8 in 10 residents, with about two-thirds giving high parks to the Town's open spaces and availability of paths and walking trails.
Residents were asked to give specific feedback about the importance of trail connections within the community. Almost 70% ranked connections within their subdivision as essential or very important, while 60% ranked connections to schools and 64% ranked connections to other subdivisions as essential or very important.
These results were part of the National Community Survey. The full report is available at TownofSunnyvale.org/Survey.
As our holiday season ramps up, remember the sweet pets available at the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter.
The greatest gift you could give our shelter pets is a responsible, forever home! Keep sharing with your friends and networks and let's clear our shelter this holiday season!
We're still waiving pet adoption fees and providing discount vouchers for several pet services.
Call us at (214) 862-4525 or visit our Petfinder page to find out about these pets and many more.
Donate Non-Perishable Food and Unwrapped Toys Through Dec. 15
The Sunnyvale Police and Fire Departments are partnering with the Southeast Alliance Care Team and Sharing Life to accept food and toy donations.
Donations will be accepted during regular business hours at:
- Sunnyvale Police Department - 364 Long Creek Road
- Sunnyvale Fire Department - 305 E. Tripp Road
- Sunnyvale Town Hall - 127 N. Collins
Food donations should be non-perishable and canned items. Toy donations should be unwrapped.
Thanksgiving Craft Fun at the Library Saturday, Nov. 18
A reminder about Saturday's Thanksgiving Craft event at the Doris Padgett Library starting at noon. Patrons can make crafts at the library or take their crafts home while kit supplies last. At 1 p.m., celebrate the season with a fun Thanksgiving Story Time!
Sunnyvale Homeowners Will See Utility Bill Savings
During this year's budget process, Town leadership adopted a new winter sewer averaging process which calculates your wastewater charge based on your water consumption during the months of December, January and February. This will help offset a water rate increase from the North Texas Municipal Water District and save the average Sunnyvale homeowner approximately $235 annually. More information about the FY 2023-24 Town Budget is available on our website.
The Town Council also approved a 20% homestead exemption for Sunnyvale homeowners, which will save the average homeowner about $450 annually. Go to TownofSunnyvale.org/Homestead to learn more.
Now Available Online
The Fall 2023 issue of the Sunnyvale Review should be in your mailbox soon. It's also available on the Town of Sunnyvale's website.
Phone: (972) 226-7177
Address: 127 N. Collins Rd., Sunnyvale, TX 75182
Contact: publicrelations@townofsunnyvale.org