Traffic: Major accident northbound Main near SH121

The Colony Police and Fire departments are responding to a major accident in the area of SH 121 and Main Street, near the Burger King. Northbound lanes in the area are closed. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes if at all possible.

Significant traffic delays are expected.

Voter registration deadline for November Election is Oct. 10

The Colony City Secretary’s Office wishes to remind residents that the deadline to register to vote is Oct. 10. The City of The Colony City Council Election is Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Voter registration applications are available at The Colony Public Library, 6800 Main St., or online at www.votedenton.com.

If you are unable to locate your voter registration card or need to change your address, please contact the voter registrar in Dento...

Tickets on sale for Ascendant LPGA benefitting Volunteers of America

Tickets are now on sale now for the 2023 Ascendant LPGA benefiting Volunteers of America, set for Oct. 2-8 at The Golf Clubs at The Tribute.

Citywide Fall Clean-Up set for Oct. 21

The City of The Colony and Republic Waste Services will be hosting the annual City-Wide Fall Clean-Up from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 21, in the parking lot of Hawaiian Waters.

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...

September is National Preparedness Month

We encourage our residents and businesses to take some time to visit the Emergency Management section of our website for a wide variety of preparedness tips in advance of the fall storm season, including information about storm sirens.

Introducing the Take Me Home Program

The Colony Police Department will be introducing an exciting new program rolling out for the city of The Colony - The Take Me Home Program

Helping People with Disabilities Get Home

Take Me Home is a program that was developed by the Pensacola, Florida Police Department to better assist individuals with disabilities who may need extra help communicating in an emergency situation. This kind of ...

Drought Contingency Plan in effect; summer water-usage tips

Please review the following guidelines regarding sprinkler use, swimming pools, and other watering tips as we move through the year’s peak water-usage period; take steps to conserve water as part of the city's ongoing Drought Contingency Plan.

• Annual weather conditions have necessitated continued implementation of Phase 1 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan (PDF). Residents are encouraged to follow a twice weekly watering schedule determined by your address. Visit www.TheColonyTx.go...

Emergency Services responds to construction accident

At 8:36 a.m. Friday, Sept. 22, units from The Colony Fire and Police departments responded to reports of an accident at a construction site on the south side of the Grandscape development along Destination Drive.

The accident involved injuries to a male construction worker, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The scene remains active as teams from The Colony Fire Marshal’s Office and The Colony Police Department are currently investigating the cause of...

New partner to oversee Five Star improvements

The City of The Colony and The Athletic Club (TAC) have entered into a long-term partnership to provide new and enhanced recreational, sports, fitness and entertainment programming at the Five Star Complex starting Sept. 1, 2023.

A presentation from representatives of TAC will be on the agenda for the City Council meeting on Aug. 15. The presentation will provide the community the opportunity to learn more about the city's new partnership with TAC.

City Council approves property tax Homestead Exemption

On June 6, 2023, The Colony City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s Code of Ordinances that allows homeowners to claim an annual 1-percent or a minimum $5,000 homestead exemption on their property taxes, whichever is greater.

The exemption only applies to single-family homeowners who reside in their home in The Colony. It does not apply to commercial properties or investment/rental properties.

Mayor Richard Boyer said this vote won’t solve everyone’s tax bil...

Upcoming Holiday Closure

The Library will be closed for the Columbus Day holiday, Saturday, October 7 through Monday, October 9. The Library will reopen on Monday, October 10 at 10 AM.

Costume Drive

TCPL becomes Certified Sensory Inclusive™

To align with TCPL’s 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, the Library has partnered with KultureCity® to become a Certified Sensory Inclusive™ Venue. KultureCity® is the nation's leading nonprofit on sensory accessibility...

Kids Colony Splash Park Closing Date

After one full year of operations, Kids Colony Splash Park adjusts its closing date

After gaining the experience of fully operating Kids Colony Splash Park for one complete year after its construction, and seeing how much the park is used by the community, Parks & Recreation staff have suggested adjusting the seasonal closing date of...

County-wide burn ban in effect

Denton County burn ban could impact your next park visit.

On Tuesday, July 25, the Denton County Commissioners Court enacted a county-wide burn ban, effective immediately. High temperatures and dry conditions increase the risk of wildfires, and everyone must do their part to prevent potential disasters.

Fall Fun Is On The Way

The 2023 Fall issue of the PlayTC! catalog is now available!

You can pick up a copy at The Colony Recreation Center, The Colony Aquatic Park, or at The Colony Public Library. Keep an eye on your mailbox as each resident of The Colony will also receive a copy via mail. Many of our programs and events fill quickly, s...

Movies in the Park

Did someone say FREE movies...

FALL 1 - Cancelled

Date: Friday, September 8, 2023, "Lightyear"Time: 7:00pm gates open / 8:00pm start (approx.)Location: Kids Colony Park, 5151 North Colony Blvd., The Colony, TX 75056 (Parking in the Rec Center parking lot)Cost...

Mosquito season is here

Do your part to help control the mosquito population in our community.

Mosquito season runs from May 1- October 31. During this time the City conducts a weekly mosquito trapping and testing program throughout the community. Spraying is conducted when test results confirm the presence of West Nile mosquitoes. For more informa...

Texas National Night Out

Come and enjoy Texas National Night Out with The Colony Police Department on Tuesday October 3rd, 2023.

Join The Colony Police Departments National Night Out program on Tuesday October 3rd, and register to host your own event in your neighborhood. 

TCPD event will take place at The Colony Police Department located at 5151 N. Colony Blvd, The Colony ...

Introducing the Take Me Home Program

The Colony Police Department will be introducing an exciting new program rolling out for the city of The Colony - The Take Me Home Program

Helping People with Disabilities Get Home

Take Me Home is a program that was developed by the Pensacola, Florida Police Department to better assist individuals with disabilities who may need extra help communicating in an emergency situation. This kind of ...

Spanish Citizen Police Academy Class #2

Join us for the first Spanish Language Citizens Police Academy. Class starts August 16th, 2023

Classes are on Wednesday Nights from 7-9PM. Students learn about Police Department policies and procedures, court procedures, patrol operations and criminal investigations. Class duration is 8 weeks and ends on October 4^th, 2023. Email Officer Garcia at&a...

Texas National Night Out

Come and enjoy Texas National Night Out with The Colony Police Department on Tuesday October 3rd, 2023.

Join The Colony Police Departments National Night Out program on Tuesday October 3rd, and register to host your own event in your neighborhood. 

TCPD event will take place at The Colony Police Department located at 5151 N. Colony Blvd, The Colony ...

TCPD Citizen Police Academy Class #48

Citizens Police Academy class 48 is scheduled to begin September 7th. Please email Officer Lee at ble[email protected] if you are interested in attending this class.

https://www.thecolonytx.gov/300/Citizen-Police-Academy

The Colony Citizen Police Academy Class #48 will start on Thursday September 7th, 2023.

It consists of a series of nine classes (last week is graduation), held once a week on Thursdays from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The instruction is comprehensive and each...

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...