Posted on: March 16, 2023

Spring Clean-Up, food drive set for April 15

The City of The Colony and Republic Waste Services will be hosting the annual City-Wide Spring Clean-Up from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15, in the parking lot of Hawaiian Waters (formerly Hawaiian Falls Water Park).

Residents of The Colony may bring trash and refuse, such as large tree limbs, furniture, appliances, lumber, remodeling debris, fencing materials and scrap metal for convenient disposal.

Additionally, the following items also will be collected: small truck...

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Posted on: February 14, 2023

Roadwork Roundup: Closures on West Lake Highlands, East Lake Highlands drives

Some current and upcoming roadwork projects include the addition of a right-turn lane on West Lake Highlands Drive, and the resurfacing of East Lake Highlands Drive. All work is weather-permitting.

East Lake Highlands Resurfacing Project

Starting at 8 a.m. Friday,  March 24, contractors for the city will begin work on the pavement reconstruction on East Lake Highlands Drive, which will reconstruct the roadway with new pavement.

During the pro...

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

Municipal Court closed March 28-29

The Colony Municipal Court office will be closed Tuesday, March 28, and Wednesday, March 29, for staff development. If you have a payment or documents due on those days, an extension will be granted to April 4.

While the office is closed, payments can be made online, by mail, or submitted in the drop box at the main entrance (personal checks not accepted). Documents can be submitted by email, by fax, by mail, or in the drop box. Please see the court office conta...

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Posted on: February 27, 2023

Austin Ranch customers: NTMWD schedules annual chlorine maintenance

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process March 6 to April 3, 2023. This only applies to residents in Austin Ranch, where water is purchased from the City of Plano.

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Posted on: February 10, 2023

Come Play TC!

From games and activities at the Recreation Center, disc golf at Bill Allen, The Colony Wheelzone Skatepark, Stewart Creek Park, and more, there's so much to do!

Visit The Colony Parks & Recreation online or call 972-625-1106.

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Posted on: March 21, 2023

Volunteers sought for city boards, commissions

The City of The Colony is currently accepting applications for city boards. Board members are appointed by the City Council to serve in a volunteer capacity.

Applications for board positions will be accepted in the City Secretary’s Office for vacant positions on various boards. Information on the boards and the application form are available on the city’s website:

• Vacancies
• Application

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

Planning Department submissions now exclusively online

As part of a recent software upgrade, the city's Planning Department is excited to announce it will now be able to accept and review all departmental submissions (such as plans and project applications) through a new paperless, online portal.

The new portal is available here or through the Planning Department webpage.

Deputy City Manager Joe Perez said the digital/online submission capabilities – both for customers and for department staff tasked with reviewing applications – were among the mai...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Online Book Club

April Book Club

Thursday, April 6, 12-1 PM

Join TCPL's online book club! For April's meeting the group will discuss The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict. This title is available for checkout from TCPL and also as a downloadable eBo...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Tie-Dye!

Tie-Dye!

Saturday, April 29, 1-2:30 PM

Brighten up your day at this tie-dye event for the whole family! Each participant must bring their own white cotton t-shit. All other supplies will be provided.

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Teen Kits: Flower Bracelets

Design your own floral bracelet! This kit is open to teens and tweens in grades 6-12. Registration begins Monday, April 3 at 10 AM. Kits will be available for pickup Tuesday, April 4 through Sunday, April 16.

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

AARP Tax Aide Update

Tax assistance through AARP Foundation will not be offered in The Colony this year. Check online with AARP to locate the nearest sites. 

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Posted on: March 21, 2023

Stewart Creek Park now open with Summer Hours

Warmer weather finds its way to Stewart Creek Park

Starting Sunday March 12th, Stewart Creek Park will now be open 6:00am - 10:00pm to visitors.  Summer park hours will run until the end of October.   Stewart Creek Park is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors for the day! Located on t...

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Arbor Day Celebration

Join us for a fun morning of activities in the park!

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Posted on: February 28, 2023

Spring EGGstravaganza

One of the most EGGciting events in The Colony is back! Watch your kids have a ball as they gather eggs filled with an assortment of candy and prizes.

Peter Rabbit is hoppin’ into town too – get your photo taken with him as a keepsake and create an Easter themed craft. Don't forget to stop by the entertainment zone to ride the giant slide and Big Tex Express Train. Play some...

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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Coach Cox's Kids Chase Registration Open

The Colony Parks and Recreation Department and The Colony Roadrunners Club present the 22nd annual Coach Cox's Kids Chase. Children ages 9 and under will compete in a half mile race, while children ages 10-12 run a one mile course on the shores of beautif...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Stewart Creek Park Entry Fee Update

Notice of fee change for Stewart Creek Park vehicle entry

Effective March 1st, 2023 the Stewart Creek Park day pass fee will increase to $15.  Day pass purchases allow entry of one(1) vehicle into the park, additional vehicles will require a separate pass.  Stewart Creek Park annual pass fees w...

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

After Hours Dispatch Phone Area

The Colony Police Depart now has an after hours Dispatch contact phone and waiting area in front of the main lobby.

* To file a Report, a Complaint or if you would like to speak to a Police Officer: Contact dispatch by using the phone in the front lobby. 

* To pay a Citation or Court related questions: Contact municipal officer at 972-624-2200.

* For Fi...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

National Drug Take Back Initiative

On April 22, 2023 The Colony Police Department stage a Pharmaceutical Take Back Initiative at The Colony High School from 10am - 2pm.

NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK INITIATIVE

 

   On Saturday, April 30, 2022, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will coordinate a collaborative effort with state and local law enforcement agencies focused on removing potentially da...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Citizen Police Academy Class #47

The Colony Police Department will be hosting their Citizen Police Academy Class #47. Class start date will be March 9th through May 11th, 2023.

The Citizen Police Academy started in 1994 and is a block of instruction designed to give the public a working knowledge of The Colony Police Department. It consists of a series of nine classes (last week is graduation), held once a week on Thursdays from...

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