NewsFlash
Town of Sunnyvale - Sept. 10, 2021
Remembering Sept. 11
The Town of Sunnyvale remembers and honors the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack.
635 East Project notifications
"The 635 East Project is a $1.74 billion design-build roadway construction project by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to improve mobility, operations and safety along Interstate 635 (I-635) in Dallas County. The project spans 11 miles beginning just east of US 75 in North Dallas to I-30 in Mesquite. Construction began in the spring of 2020 and will last through late 2024."
Sign up to receive text alerts regarding progress, lane closures, etc. by texting "635 East" to 1-833-HWY635E (1-833-499-6353). Additionally, you can subscribe to the 635 East e-blasts.
Source: TxDOT
Upcoming Job Fair in Balch Springs
Upcoming community event:
September is Preparedness Month!
Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation recognizing September 2021 as Preparedness Month in Texas. Coinciding with National Preparedness Month, this month is a time to encourage Texans to develop and practice emergency plans to protect their household and property in the event of an emergency or natural disaster by creating a communication strategy, deciding on an emergency meeting location, building a three-day disaster preparedness kit, and signing up for emergency alerts.
The Texas Division of Emergency Management, which marks its second anniversary as a standalone state agency under the Texas A&M University System, is also highlighting key preparedness topics from Ready.gov every week during the month of September 2021 across social media.
Week 2 - September 5-11: Build A Kit
Gather supplies that will last for several days after a disaster for everyone living in your home. Don’t forget to consider the unique needs each person or pet may have in case you have to evacuate quickly. Update your kits and supplies based on recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control.
Check it Out
In memory of those who gave their lives 20 years ago Saturday, this week’s Check It Out looks back on the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Children
I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 by Lauren Tarshis; adapted by Georgia Ball; art by Corey Egbert
A graphic novel adaptation of the best-selling fiction series! When Lucas skips school to spend time at his dad’s New York City firehouse, he finds himself caught in the middle of the terrorist attacks.
Adult
The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland by Jim DeFede
On Sept. 11, 2001, the closing of U.S. airspace forced over six thousand passengers to divert to a tiny airport in Canada on Sept. 11. This book shares the stories of the local residents who went above and beyond the call of duty to help care for their distraught guests.
Media
United 93
A fact-based depiction of the events of United Flight 93 and its 40 passengers and crew, who courageously fought back against the terrorists who had hijacked their plane as part of the Sept. 11 attacks.
Calendar of Events
Town Council Meeting
6 p.m. - Board and Commission interviews.
7 p.m. - Regular Town Council meeting.
Click to view the agenda.
Monday, Sep 13, 2021, 07:00 PM
Sunnyvale Town Hall, Collins Road, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
4B Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
Regular meeting. Click to view the agenda.
Tuesday, Sep 14, 2021, 05:30 PM
Sunnyvale Town Hall, Collins Road, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular meeting. Click to view the agenda.
Wednesday, Sep 15, 2021, 06:00 PM
Sunnyvale Town Hall, Collins Road, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
Special Town Council meeting on budget and tax rate
The agenda for this meeting will be posted to townofsunnyvale.org/agendas on Monday, Sept. 13.
Thursday, Sep 16, 2021, 07:00 PM
Sunnyvale Town Hall, Collins Road, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
Special Town Council meeting on budget and tax rate
The agenda for this meeting will be posted to townofsunnyvale.org/agendas on Monday, Sept. 13.
Friday, Sep 17, 2021, 08:00 AM
Sunnyvale Town Hall, Collins Road, Sunnyvale, TX, USA
New Resident Mixer
The New Resident Mixer will be a casual meet and greet, targeting families who have moved into Sunnyvale within the last six months to get to know their Town Council, Town staff, and other familiar faces around Town.
If you received an invitation to the New Resident Mixer, please RSVP to Public Relations and Event Coordinator Erica Wooldridge as soon as possible.