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Posted on: May 31, 2019

Farmers Branch to participate in Metrocrest Disaster Recovery Fair, June 19

FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch Emergency Management Office is joining with colleagues in Addison and Carrollton for the Metrocrest Disaster Recovery Fair, free and open to the public, on Wednesday, June 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Carrollton Senior Center, Texa...

Posted on: May 31, 2019

Textile Recycling to join rescheduled Shredding Event June 22

FBTX ~ Keep Farmers Branch Beautiful is joining forces with the Sustainability & Public Health Department to combine a Textile Recycling Dropoff with the document Shredding Event for residents, now set for Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon ...

Posted on: June 7, 2019

Farmers Branch welcomes Tenet Healthcare with headquarters relocation

FBTX ~ With a great deal of excitement and anticipation, the City of Farmers Branch has announced that Tenet Healthcare Corporation has signed a long-term lease for the company’s new corporate headquarters, at International Plaza Building I in F...

Posted on: June 14, 2019

Butterfly Garden designated as Monarch Waystation Habitat

FBTX ~ A very special Native Butterfly/Pollinator Garden within the Rose Gardens of Farmers Branch has been designated as an official Monarch Butterfly Waystation Habitat by the Monarch Watch wing of the University of Kansas Entomology Program.

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Posted on: May 31, 2019

Clean brush diversion is keeping material out of landfill in growing numbers

FBTX ~ A new report has revealed that more than 5,000 cubic yards of clean brush has been diverted so far this year, in accordance with the new pickup schedule designed to keep material out of the City-owned Camelot Landfill.

Sustainab...

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Posted on: May 31, 2019

Census says population estimate tops 40K

FBTX ~ Indicative of the growth seen in recent years, the population of Farmers Branch is now estimated above 40,000 for the first time, according to new numbers released by the U.S. Census.

With a population estimated at 40,209, Farme...

Posted on: May 2, 2019

Aquatics Manager Rachael Arroyo promoted in Parks & Recreation Department

FBTX ~ Drawing on her wide-ranging experience and expertise in public sector endeavors, former Farmers Branch Aquatics Center Manager Rachael Arroyo has been promoted in the Parks and Recreation Department to the job of Recreation Superintendent.

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Posted on: April 11, 2019

Smoking to be prohibited in all public buildings

FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch City Council has voted unanimously to pass a new ordinance that will prohibit smoking in all public buildings.

The Council previously passed a modification to the City Ordinance where smoking in City parks and...

Posted on: April 4, 2019

City Council takes landmark step towards ending child homelessness in Farmers Branch

FBTX ~ In line with the priorities of their strategic plan, and motivated by the recent Point-in-Time count, that identified 43 homeless C-FB ISD students living in Farmers Branch, the Farmers Branch City Council on Tuesday took a landmark step towards en...

Posted on: April 18, 2019

Branch Connection sees sharp increase in membership

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FBTX ~ Complete with its ambitious classes, presentations, events and fitness programs for those over 50, The Branch Connection has reported a sharp increase in membership this year.

Membership at The Branch Connection currently totals...

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Posted on: March 20, 2019

City's first-ever dog park set to open this summer near Community Rec Center

FBTX ~ Answering the call of residents, the City of Farmers Branch is now working to transform the former football field adjacent to the Community Recreation Center to what will be known as the Barney Wood Bark Park - the City's first-ever dog park.

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Posted on: March 20, 2019

More bike fix-it stations added to assist riders

FBTX ~ The City has added three additional bicycle-fixit stations alongside trails and facilities to assist riders on their journey. Anyone needing a quick bike adjustment or air pump for their tires should head to one of these convenient locations:

Commun...

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Posted on: May 23, 2019

Council to meet in special session Tuesday to discuss creek issues

FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch City Council will meet in special session on Tuesday, May 28 for the purpose of assessing and discussing recent flood damage and erosion on Farmers Branch Creek.

The meeting will begin at 4 p.m. with a Study S...

Posted on: May 31, 2019

Bulk week coming up June 3 thru 7

FBTX ~ Green Grabber pickup of bulky items will take place next week, June 3-7, on residents' regular recycling day.

The new pickup schedule, implemented in February, calls for residents to put out bulky items for Green Grabber pickup ...

Posted on: May 13, 2019

Residents should beware of scam calls from West Africa

FBTX ~ The Federal Communications Commission is warning consumers against scam robocalls that are targeting specific area codes in bursts.

The calls are coming mostly from the "222" and "232" country codes which are...

Posted on: March 31, 2019

Bulk pickup is first full week of the month

FBTX ~ As the transition to the new schedule continues, residents are reminded that bulky item pickup by the Green Grabber will take place every first full week of the month, on residents' regular recycling day.

Officials remind everyo...

Posted on: March 5, 2019

Summer Funshine registration now open

FBTX ~Registration for Summer Funshine, the long-running Farmers Branch recreational day camp for kids, ages 6 through 12, is now open, with a first-time online option.

The program runs from May 31 through August 16 from Monday through...

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Posted on: February 8, 2019

Local health inspection scores now up on Yelp

FBTX ~ Even though health inspection scores for restaurants in Farmers Branch have been available on the City website for years, another tool is now available as those scores can now been seen on the social media network, “Yelp.”

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Posted on: February 8, 2019

Ben Williamson promoted to Assistant City Manager

FBTX ~ Citing his experience running enterprise-level programs and projects, Farmers Branch City Manager Charles Cox has announced that Ben Williamson has been promoted to the position of Assistant City Manager.

Ben will continue to ru...

Posted on: February 8, 2019

Pet owners are reminded of responsibilities

FBTX ~ Local pet owners are reminded they are responsible for keeping their pets from running loose.

Those requirements include use of proper restraints (leashes) or an adequate fence to prevent the animal from getting out. Any animal ...

Posted on: January 21, 2019

Council to consider new smoking restrictions; includes vaping prohibited in parks

FBTX ~ At an upcoming meeting, the Farmers Branch City Council plans to discuss a possible expansion to the City's smoking ordinance which could include the prohibition of smoking:

In all retail establishments, except for cigar bars and tobacco shops.
In re...

Posted on: December 12, 2018

Brush & Bulky: New schedule to divert brush from landfill; pickup on recycling days

FBTX ~ After months of public discussion, a new brush and bulky pickup schedule will begin in Farmers Branch on February 1, designed to divert clean brush from the landfill, thereby extending the life of the City-owned Camelot Landfill.

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Posted on: September 19, 2018

FBPD warns residents to be vigilant for scammers

FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch Police Department is asking residents to be aware that scams are on the increase, and are being perpetrated on social media, via email, and by telephone.

Scammers will prey on a person’s fear, desire to make easy money, compassion...

Posted on: June 5, 2018

City and School District come together on new projects

FBTX ~ The advent of Dallas County Promise being added to Turner and Smith High Schools in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, combined with the recent series of agreements between the City of Farmers Branch and the District, are setting the stage...

Posted on: May 30, 2018

Design unveiled for soon-to-be relocated fire station

FBTX ~ With attention to its placement on a portion of an existing park, Farmers Branch Fire Chief Steve Parker recently unveiled the conceptual design for the soon-to-be-relocated Fire Station No. 2.

The $5.5 million project will plac...

Posted on: May 9, 2018

Futuristic pilot launches with new market season

FBTX ~ A futuristic-looking smart pole, the KitstiK™, has 'landed' in The Grove @ Mustang Crossing, in conjunction with the 2018 Farmers Branch Twilight Market kickoff.

The City of Farmers Branch, Texas is staking a claim for progressi...

Posted on: March 12, 2018

Enhancements to Demo/Rebuild Program offer sliding scale of benefits

FBTX ~ Since its inception in 2009, the Farmers Branch Demolition/Rebuild program has been responsible for more than 40 homes being demolished and replaced with newer houses in many different neighborhoods of the city.

Now, after several different iteratio...

Posted on: February 26, 2018

Farmers Branch becomes first court in Texas to offer online resolution of some cases

FBTX ~ Farmers Branch Municipal Court has brought traffic tickets back to the future, keying on a new trend in technology to offer a virtual courtroom, affording the opportunity for most Class C misdemeanor cases to be handled online.

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Posted on: May 8, 2017

New mixed use project to replace big box at Inwood and Alpha

FBTX ~ After a great deal of negotiation, the Farmers Branch Economic Development Office has announced a new mixed use project for the corner of Alpha and Inwood Roads.

The new project on the 14-acre tract will include retai...

Posted on: June 23, 2017

Resident Satisfaction Survey underscores quality of life

FBTX ~ Nine out of 10 residents participating in the 2017 Resident Satisfaction Survey rated the quality of life in Farmers Branch as excellent or good according to a report on the survey issued by National Service Research and presented to the City Counc...

Posted on: March 31, 2017

FBPD warns residents to be wary of unlicensed solicitors

FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch Police Department is reminding residents that anyone selling any product or service door-to-door must have a permit issued by the Police Department.

Information has been received that residents in the area of...

Posted on: March 7, 2017

BRANCH ALERT: New system targets information to specific, geographic areas

FBTX ~ Employing technology that can notify residents of anything from severe weather to community updates, via voice or text, the City of Farmers Branch is announcing the launch of the Branch Alert system.

Anyone wishing to receive thi...

Posted on: March 30, 2017

MANSKE MOBILE: New app puts Library at your fingertips 24/7

FBTX ~ Manske Mobile, the new Library app is ready to start serving the patrons of the Farmers Branch Manske Library with access to manage accounts, connect to eBooks and more, search the catalog and place holds on popular books.

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Posted on: February 15, 2017

TCEQ: State commission orders full review of Farmers Branch Creek water rights case

AUSTIN ~ In what is being described by homeowners along Farmers Branch Creek as a major victory, the three-member Texas Commission on Environmental Quality unanimously remanded a water rights dispute between Farmers Branch and Addison back to their staff ...

Posted on: February 14, 2017

RECYCLING: Numbers show huge results in first nine months of curbside program

FBTX ~ With participation from 85 percent of single family homes in Farmers Branch, the new curbside recycling program has easily eclipsed totals from the old drop-off program in less than a year's time since kickoff.

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Posted on: February 15, 2017

DONATION: Metrocrest Hospital Authority donates lifesaving equipment to FBFD

FBTX ~ Thanks to a $102,375 grant from the Metrocrest Hospital Authority, the Farmers Branch Fire Department will soon be equipped with four new LUCAS Chest Compression Systems.

Providing consistent chest compressions when administeri...

Posted on: February 15, 2017

FITNESS EXPERT: Rotha Crump named Water Fitness Pioneer by national association

FBTX~ The United States Water Fitness Association has named Farmers Branch Senior Center staffer Rotha Crump one of the Top 25 Water Fitness Pioneers in the country.

A local instructor, Rotha has been teaching water fitness for more th...

Posted on: December 12, 2016

NEW: City Secretary's office enhances transparency with online public information request process

FBTX ~ Streamlining the process of public information requests like never before, Farmers Branch City Secretary Amy Piukana said her office is preparing to launch an online public information request process. The City recently purchas...Read on... Public Information Request Portal City News

Posted on: October 19, 2016

TEXT 9-1-1: Text to 911 option now available in Farmers Branch

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The Denco Area 9-1-1 District has announced that it has implemented text-to-911 service for all of Denton County and the City of Carrollton, including the North Texas Emergency Communications Center, serving public safety dispatch for Far...Read on...

Posted on: November 30, 2016

NEW ARCHIVE: City records archive now available to anyone online

FBTX ~ Ushering in a new degree of transparency like never before, the City of Farmers Branch has launched an online City Records Archive that allows anyone to access packets, minutes of public meetings, ordinances, resolutions and more.

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Posted on: October 19, 2016

GAS LINE UPGRADE: Atmos is upgrading natural gas lines in the area

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Atmos Energy will be working in Farmers Branch in October to replace existing natural gas lines that connect to residential gas meters generally between the area of Rosser Road to Kerr Trail.

According to information provided by Atmos,...Read on...

Posted on: October 19, 2016

SQUIRREL SCAM: Farmers Branch PD alerts residents to squirrel scam making rounds

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Believe it or not, there's a squirrel scam that has come to light in the past few days from a Farmers Branch church.

Scammers are targeting the elderly by telling them they saw a squirrel scamper into their attic and for a couple of hu...Read on...

Posted on: September 20, 2016

GOOD WITH NUMBERS: Sherrelle Evans-Jones brings wealth of experience to Finance Department

FARMERS BRANCH ~ With more than 12 years experience in public accounting, most recently as CFO for Klyde Warren Park in Dallas, Sherrelle Evans-Jones has been named as the new Director of Finance for the City of Farmers Branch by City Manager Charles Cox....Read on...

Posted on: September 2, 2016

FBPD: David Hale takes the reins as Chief of Police

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Poised for a seamless transition, 22-year FBPD veteran David Hale has been appointed Farmers Branch Chief of Police by City Manager Charles Cox.

Succeeding the retired Sid Fuller, Chief Hale brings a wealth of law enforcement traini...Read on...

Posted on: August 24, 2016

NEW JOB: Allison Cook named Director of Economic Development & Tourism

FARMERS BRANCH ~ With confidence in her leadership as well as her proven aptitude for business development, expansion and retention, Farmers Branch City Manager Charles S. Cox has promoted Allison Cook to the post of Director of Economic Development &...Read on...

Posted on: July 21, 2016

VALLEY VIEW: Construction will swap lanes in upcoming work

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The ongoing reconstruction of Valley View Lane, between Josey Lane and Webb Chapel Road, will feature periodic changes of open lanes in the next few weeks as the project continues.

The initial phase of the project involved the repla...Read on...

Posted on: July 27, 2016

SHARROWS: New lane markings encourage harmony between motorists and cyclists

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The artwork appearing on roadways in Farmers Branch is a precursor of more pedal power to come as new "sharrows" signify the most visible signs, to date, of the implementation of the Trail Master Plan.

Crews started putt...Read on...

Posted on: July 27, 2016

PROMOTION: John Land becomes Deputy City Manager

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Recognizing his leadership capabilities along with his intricate knowledge of city government, City Manager Charles S. Cox has promoted Managing Director John Land to the position of Deputy City Manager.

"I can think of no one ...Read on...

Posted on: July 27, 2016

IMM: Integrated Mosquito Management combatting warm weather pests

FARMERS BRANCH ~ As the weather continues to warm up, coupled with periodic and uncharacteristic rainfall this summer, Farmers Branch staff is working hard to protect residents from mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika and West Nile Virus.

Resident...Read on...

Posted on: July 27, 2016

CERTIFIED: City Secretary receives certification from international agency

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The International Institute of Municipal Clerks had conferred the designation of 'Certified Municipal Clerk' (CMC) upon Farmers Branch City Secretary Amy Piukana.

The IIMC grants the CMC designation only tho those municipal clerks w...Read on...

Posted on: June 20, 2016

CONSTRUCTION: Joint Fire Training Tower now under construction at Farmers Branch Fire Admin

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Years of planning and coordination have given way to the moving of dirt as construction has begun on the state-of-the-art Fire Training Tower that will be shared by Farmers Branch, Carrollton and Coppell's departments.

Soon to ri...Read on...

Posted on: April 13, 2016

SAFE CAM: FBPD asks for the help of extra "eyes" in the community

FARMERS BRANCH ~ As one of its newest crime prevention and investigation tools, the Farmers Branch Police Department is asking local residents and businesses to register their surveillance cameras for the SafeCam initiative.

"Citizen-provided...Read on...

Posted on: April 13, 2016

ALARMS: Changes to ordinance designed to reduce false alarm calls

FARMERS BRANCH ~ With eight valid alarm calls last year, out of 3,059 responded to by the Police Department, the Farmers Branch City Council has approved changes to the local alarm ordinance, designed to keep officers on the street and away from false ala...Read on...

Posted on: March 2, 2016

RECYCLING PROGRAM NOW UNDERWAY: Set materials out by 7 a.m.

FARMERS BRANCH ~ After an absence of 15 years, the new curbside recycling program in Farmers Branch has begun.

When rolled out for pickup, recycling containers should be placed near the same location as garbage collection (curb or alley) behind the ...Read on...

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Posted on: February 24, 2016

LIVE: Four partner cities now live on state-of-the-art dispatch center

CARROLLTON ~ After years of planning, preparation, testing and checking, the North Texas Emergency Communications Center, or NTECC, is now fully implemented with public safety dispatch for its four member cities - Farmers Branch, Carrollton,?Coppell and A...Read on...

Posted on: April 6, 2016

WICKER: Capacity of West Side infrastructure enhanced by Wicker Pump Station

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Now fully back online after a fire last year, the Wicker Pump Station, at the ground storage facility near Denton Drive and Wicker Avenue, is greatly enhancing the already vast capacity of Public Works infrastructure on the West Side of F...Read on...

Posted on: February 19, 2016

TRASH BAGS: Residents must purchase trash sacks

FBTX ~ Under the new solid waste plan that begins this spring and reintroduces curbside recycling to Farmers Branch residents, citizens must provide their own trash sacks or bags.

Residential trash collection will remain two days a week and from the sa...Read on...

Posted on: February 5, 2016

RECYCLING: What can be recycled?

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Responding to a recommendation from a citizen committee as well as repeated requests through the years, a new residential recycling program will begin in Farmers Branch this spring at no additional cost to residents.

A calendar for...Read on...

Posted on: February 5, 2016

AT HOME: Retailer to take up residence in vacant building on Midway at LBJ

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Home decor superstore At Home has announced the company will expand its reach in the North Texas market with a new store opening in Farmers Branch this May. The 137,000 square foot store will be in the building formerly occupied by Walmar...Read on... City News

Posted on: February 1, 2016

ACCORDS: Agreements between cities help clear hurdles to Camelot Landfill expansion

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The effort to expand the Farmers Branch-owned Camelot Landfill in Lewisville took a couple of major steps forward this month with the finalizing of negotiated agreements with the Cities of Lewisville and Carrollton.

Fulfillment of the ...Read on...

Posted on: January 12, 2016

CITY MARSHALS: Three sworn into service for new court office

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Bringing a wealth of law enforcement experience to Farmers Branch, three City Marshals have been sworn into service, establishing the first Marshals Office to serve all processes for the Municipal Court.

Jesse Ramon, Jr., Gary Elkin...Read on...

Posted on: November 12, 2015

SUPPORT: Free wristbands show support for Farmers Branch Police Department

JUSTICE CENTER ~ Farmers Branch residents are invited to show their support for the Farmers Branch Police Department by picking up a "Standing with Farmers Branch Police" blue rubber bracelet at City Hall or at the Justice Center.
Farmers Br...Read on...

Posted on: July 10, 2015

WATER & SEWER RATES: Proposed rate increase attributable to fixed costs from providers

FARMERS BRANCH ~ The record rainfall of 2015 in addition to a legal battle over the source for local drinking water is combining for a perfect storm the will likely result in higher water and sewer rates for the new fiscal year.

Most costs associate...Read on...

Posted on: September 28, 2015

RAPID FLASH BEACONS: New flashing crosswalks designed to improve pedestrian safety

FARMERS BRANCH ~ In a continuing effort to improve pedestrian safety at strategic spots, the Farmers Branch Public Works Department has installed solar-powered rapid flash crosswalk signs at three locations.

The rapid flashing of beacons is activated...Read on...

Posted on: August 5, 2015

SAFE ZONES: FBPD sets up exchange location for online business, child custody

FARMERS BRANCH ~ In an effort to further the safety of the community, the Farmers Branch Police Department has initiated a “Safe Exchange Zone” program for the exchange of items that have been bought, sold or traded or for child custody exchanges.

...Read on...

Posted on: April 21, 2015

APP-SOLUTELY: Farmers Branch launches mobile app for smartphones and tablets

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Helping to put City of Farmers Branch information and resources at the fingertips of citizens, the Farmers Branch Mobile App for smartphones and tablets has debuted in Apple’s App Store and on the Android Marketplace.

Entitled “MyFB...Read on...

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Posted on: April 21, 2015

DRUGS: Prescription take back now possible five days a week at FBPD

FARMERS BRANCH ~ In what was previously a once or twice a year event, dropping off old prescription medications for proper disposal is now a permanent service offered by the Farmers Branch Police Department.

Sergeant Terry Eoff said the new receptac...Read on...

Posted on: April 6, 2015

ROSE ROSETTE: Landscape Manager does battle against rose disease

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Growing a City of roses requires commitment, skill and sometimes information, in order to promote healthy plants that showcase our streets and neighborhoods.
Farmers Branch Parks Landscape Manager Pam Smith said local rose gardeners s...Read on...

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Posted on: May 26, 2015

TORNADO: National Weather Service confirms EF-1 tornado skipped across Farmers Branch in May

FARMERS BRANCH ~ After an on-site damage assessment, officials from the National Weather Service have confirmed the storm that hit Farmers Branch at about 2:35 a.m. May 24 included an EF-1 tornado.

The large storm cell swept across the Metroplex fr...Read on...

Posted on: January 2, 2015

LONG TERM PLANNING: Farmers Branch Fire Inspector reflects on graduating college at 70

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Not all college students graduate in the originally intended four years. Some take five, some take six.
Don Ross was on the 50-year plan. A part-time Farmers Branch Fire Inspector for the past five years, Don is fondly looking bac...Read on...

Posted on: April 6, 2015

RING IN THE OLD: Original bell from Old Church finds its way home to the Historical Park

FARMERS BRANCH ~ On an unusually warm Tuesday in January, a crew of specialized craftsmen carefully helped place a 100-plus-year-old bell back into the belfry where its service began in the 1890s.

The Old Church at the Farmers Branch Historical Park...Read on...

Posted on: July 1, 2014

BONDS: Bond rating agencies assign sought-after 'AA+' to Farmers Branch in advance of sale

FARMERS BRANCH ~ In anticipation of a bond sale to fund the new joint public safety dispatch system and the voter-approved 10-year street improvement project, bond rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Standard and Poors have both assigned Farmers Branch the ...Read on...

Posted on: March 20, 2014

PLATINUM: State Comptroller recognizes Farmers Branch as among the best in fiscal transparency

AUSTIN ~ The Texas State Comptroller's office has named Farmers Branch as one of only 36 local governments in Texas to achieve their new Platinum award for financial transparency.

The Comptroller's Leadership Circle Program has recognized Farmers Branc...Read on...

Posted on: March 13, 2014

IN THE GARDEN: Gussie becomes a trial garden for England's David Austin Roses

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Now that the EarthKind Rose trial is over, the rose garden at Gussie Field Watterworth Park in Farmers Branch is becoming a trial garden for England's David Austin Roses.

Volunteers from local rose societies along with Farmers Branch ...Read on...

Posted on: February 11, 2014

FERAL CATS: Program to control feral cat population launched by Animal Services

FARMERS BRANCH ~ City of Farmers Branch Animal Services has begun a program to trap, neuter and return feral cats to their environments in an effort to reduce the population.

Studies have shown that this method, sterilization rather than euthanasia, e...Read on...

Posted on: September 14, 2014

DEMO/REBUILD: New incentives give homebuyers even more reason to build new homes

FARMERS BRANCH ~ New "Demo/Rebuild" rules give homebuyers even more incentive to replace older homes with newer ones.

The availability of quality housing stock in the City of Farmers Branch encourages the retention of businesses, attracts new...Read on...

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Posted on: April 4, 2013

Farmers Branch Police encourage education against scammers

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Although there has not been a substantial increase in reported scams, Farmers Branch Police want to be sure citizens are educated on the work done by con artists, in hopes of avoiding victimization.

Farmers Branch Police Lieutenant Jay...More >>

Posted on: April 15, 2013

City Council lays foundation for repair industry practices

FARMERS BRANCH ~ In an effort to protect local residents against less qualified practitioners in the multi-billion dollar, unregulated Texas foundation repair industry, the Farmers Branch City Council passed an ordinance requiring a permit for foundation ...More >>

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Posted on: March 12, 2018

Enhancements to Demo/Rebuild Program offer sliding scale of benefits

Now, after several different iteratio...

Posted on: May 30, 2018

Design unveiled for soon-to-be relocated fire station

The $5.5 million project will plac...

Posted on: May 8, 2017

DEVELOPMENT: New mixed use project to replace big box at Inwood and Alpha

FBTX ~ After a great deal of negotiation, the Farmers Branch Economic Development Office has announced a new mixed use project for the corner of Alpha and Inwood Roads.

The new project on the 14-acre tract will include retai...

Posted on: October 19, 2016

NEW BUDGET: No property tax increase included in new fiscal year budget

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Following the October 1 start to the new fiscal year, Farmers Branch City Manager Charles S. Cox and his staff have embarked on executing the 2016-2017 fiscal year, $97 million City budget. Coming in about 1 percent lower than the previou...

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Posted on: February 15, 2017

TCEQ: State commission orders full review of Farmers Branch Creek water rights case

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Posted on: May 10, 2019

Summer Reading Club for all ages!

Readers of ages can participate in this one-of-a-kind Summer Reading Program. This year's theme: Fantastic Books and Where to Find Them.

Summer Reading Club officially begins Saturday, June 1 at 10 AM with the Summer Reading Club Petting Zoo. You can pick ...

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Posted on: May 1, 2019

Summer 2019 Branch Living Brochure

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Posted on: March 5, 2019

Summer Funshine registration now open

FBTX ~Registration for Summer Funshine, the long-running Farmers Branch recreational day camp for kids, ages 6 through 12, is now open, with a first-time online option.

The program runs from May 31 through August 16 from Monday through...

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Posted on: February 28, 2019

Coming Summer 2019 - The Barney Wood Bark Park

Coming Summer 2019 - The Barney Wood Bark Park!

You asked for it and doggone it, you got it!

The Barney Wood Football Field at Don Showman Park will be transformed into the Barney Wood Bark Park. The 1.44 acre field, located next to the Farmers Br...

Learn more about the Barney Wood Bark Park > Parks & Rec Spotlight

Posted on: April 6, 2015

RING IN THE OLD: Original bell from Old Church finds its way home to the Historical Park

FARMERS BRANCH ~ On an unusually warm Tuesday in January, a crew of specialized craftsmen carefully helped place a 100-plus-year-old bell back into the belfry where its service began in the 1890s. The Old Church at the Farmers Branch Historical Park has b...

Parks & Rec Spotlight

Posted on: April 6, 2015

ROSE ROSETTE: Landscape Manager does battle against rose disease

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Growing a City of roses requires commitment, skill and sometimes information, in order to promote healthy plants that showcase our streets and neighborhoods. Farmers Branch Parks Landscape Manager Pam Smith said local rose gardeners shoul...

Additional Info >> Parks & Rec Spotlight

Posted on: March 13, 2014

IN THE GARDEN: Gussie becomes a trial garden for England's David Austin Roses

FARMERS BRANCH ~ Now that the EarthKind Rose trial is over, the rose garden at Gussie Field Watterworth Park in Farmers Branch is becoming a trial garden for England's David Austin Roses. Volunteers from local rose societies along with Farmers Branch Park...