Paul F. McNulty Named New Chief Judge of Plano

Congratulations to Paul Francis McNulty on his appointment as our new chief municipal court judge. Plano City Council members completed the selection process and made the happy announcement this week. After having served the City as senior associate munic...

Complete Cyber Security Awareness Training by TUESDAY, May 31

You will be locked out of the City’s network if this required training course is not completed by the deadline. You must complete the training by TUESDAY, May 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

All employees with access to government computers or databases mu...

Spiff Up Your Neighborhood with a Beautification Grant

Restore pride in your neighborhood with a little help from a Neighborhood Vitality and Beautification grant. The grant provides up to $10,000 in funding for a community-driven beautification project. Matching funds are required based on neighborhood type ...

Take the Plunge When City Outdoor Pools Open May 28

With temperatures averaging in the upper 90s already, news of more pools opening comes not a minute too soon! Plan to beat the heat with a dip in one of the City’s outdoor pools when they officially open for the season on Saturday, May 28. **

Get ...

Don’t Miss the Sunset Memorial Day Ceremony

On this special day, spend just a bit of time at the 45-minute service in memory of all Americans lost fighting in military conflicts. Be part of the local observance of Memorial Day during the Sunset at Memorial Park Ceremony on Monday, May 30.  ...

Parks & Recreation Celebrates National Trails Day

Trails bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, connecting communities to nature and fostering health and wellness. Here in Plano, we are fortunate to have an extensive network of recreational trails throughout the city to enjoy. This award-winn...

See 2022 Employee Appreciation Week Winners and Photos

Employee Appreciation Week (EAW) festivities began and ended with everyone having a great time. The annual employee picnic possessed all of the necessary elements – good people, good food and no ants! It's always a treat when old and ne...

Contact Plano’s EAP Anytime, Anywhere for Counseling

Team Plano, this is a quick reminder about one of your many work-life benefits! Employee assistance programs (EAP) are confidential services that employers provide to help employees with personal difficulties. At some point, we all may face personal emoti...

Hats Off to Building Inspectors for National Building Safety Month

A proclamation was presented to Chief Building Officer Selso Mata at the May 9 City Council meeting. As we observe National Building Safety Month, it’s important to recognize the professionals who work to ensure the City’s infrastructu...

Plano Parks & Recreation Ranks No. 1 in Texas per ParkScore

The Trust for Public Land has named Plano Parks & Recreation first in Texas and 15th in the United States, per their annual ParkScore rankings! This year’s report examined equity gaps in America and our evolving relationship to parks and pub...

Cast Your Vote for Plano Places in Plano Magazine 2022 “Best Of”

Plano Magazine’s Best of 2022 campaign is looking to find THE BEST the City has to offer. The public is invited to vote online for their favorite businesses, venues and events. Several City establishments have been nominated in a few of the categories.

In ...

Photos from Admin. Professionals Day Confirm Appreciation

All of Team Plano’s administrative professionals can say “mission accomplished” to feeling appreciated. Bright cheery e-vites attracted a room full of people to the City’s 2022 Administrative Professionals Day Lunch...

Test Your Understanding of Property Standards and City Events

May brings more than summer showers as you’ll learn from the latest episode of the City’s Inside Plano podcast. Hosts Shannah Hayley and Steve Stoler share event news and answer the question “What are property standards and w...

IMPORTANT: Citywide Computer Refresh Deployment Starts in June

The installation of new computers and laptops for the citywide Computer Refresh Project begins in June – ARE YOU READY? Everyone gets a new device during this event, but not everyone at once. This huge undertaking will be handled by departments ...

Plan Around Upcoming Pool Closures at Recreation Centers

Parks & Recreation will begin work on two centers this month that affect regular operation hours. 

Plano Aquatic Center’s pool is being replastered and the facility will be closed through Friday, May 27. During this time, please visit our othe...

Register Flexible Spending Accounts with Diversified Benefit Services

We are in the second quarter of the year and many of you are using flexible spending account (FSA) benefits. Diversified Benefit Services, Inc. (DBS) is our administrator for the City of Plano FSA plans.  

As a reminder, our benefits plan provides...

Governor Appoints Corina Sadler to OneStar National Service Commission

Our Volunteer Resources Supervisor Corina Sadler is ecstatic over Governor Greg Abbott’s naming her to the National Service Commission at The OneStar Foundation. 

“To avoid confusion, I am not leaving the City of Plano, this is an additional role ...

BRAVO, Plano Public Library on Receiving another Excellence Award

Plano Public Library has earned the 2022 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. This is the 17th consecutive year Plano has gotten this award.

These libraries exhibit distinction by providin...

Get Acquainted with Our Municipal Reference Library (MRL) Over Lunch

Bring your lunch and explore our hidden gem, the Municipal Center Reference Library (MRL). Join Municipal Reference Librarian Bob Loftin for several informal explorations through the MRL with you on Mondays. Find out about free Plano Public Library resour...

Get a Head Start on Finding the Right Summer Camp

We’re just about a month away from the last day of the Plano ISD school year (May 27) and you should make summer camp plans! Registration is open for a wide range of fun indoor and outdoor classes, camps and activities to make summer 2022 a blas...

Are Your Beneficiaries Up to Date?

Do you know who's listed on the beneficiary form for your TMRS, MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC), life insurance or final vacation and sick payout? It’s possibly not who you think or want it to be. We have heard numerous horr...

Resist Springtime Overwatering of Lawns

More sunshine, longer and warmer days signal green things to bud and grow, but watch your water usage. Beginning Friday, April 1, you are encouraged to water lawns and landscapes only two times a week if needed through October 31. 

The Spring/Summ...

Get Home Repair Help with a Great Update Rebate

Is your home 35 years old or older? Is your property value at or less than $383,180? Home improvements you may want to make could happen if you qualify for the Great Update Rebate! 

This City program helps Plano homeowners finance the costs of car...

Doo the Right Thing—it’s Everyone’s Responsibility!

Dog Park trips offer dog-parents and their pets a chance to bond, socialize and run off some pent-up energy. It is important to remember that with all that fun comes responsibility. Dog park rules and regulations are in place to ensure safety for all visi...

Don’t Put Your Health on Hold: Value Preventive Care

Imagine we took care of our bodies like we take care of our car – checking them regularly to ensure optimal performance. Regular medical check-ups confirm you’re healthy and detect early signs of illness. Getting medical treatment earl...

Stay on Track with Airrosti!

If you’re struggling with chronic pain or a nagging injury, don’t wait any longer when help is a call away. Airrosti providers are dedicated to fixing pain fast and helping you return to the activities you love!

Schedule your in-office or virtual appointme...

Complete NEW State Mandated Course, “Workplace Waste Ace”

In 2020, a state law was passed requiring government entities to establish educational programs encouraging employees to recycle. To meet this state requirement, the Sustainability & Environmental Education division created a new training module, Work...

Use PlanoCRX. Don’t Pay More for Maintenance Meds.

Did you know that you could be eligible to participate in the PlanoCRX program, which offers certain brand name medications at zero cost?  

PlanoCRX is a voluntary prescription drug mail order option offered through CRX International to eligible e...

Enable the Closed Captioning Feature on Your Zoom Meetings

From now on it’s important to make sure our external Zoom meetings are accessible to all virtual participants. By activating the Closed Captioning feature, meeting and webinar discussions are transcribed during the live sessions. 

Listen as Andrea...

Team Plano, Rediscover the Things that Ground Us

For weeks, you have seen messages promoting our “We Are Team Plano” campaign. Those four words go beyond sharing WHAT we are about into WHO we are and WHY we do what we do.

• You heard City Manager Mark Israelson reinforce his message tha...

Use Your Nurse Care Manager Resources through Communitas

Should you or an insured family member experience a major illness or injury, the last thing you need is the stress of dealing with doctors and many bills. Consider using one of your benefits, Communitas.  

The services of highly-trained, compassio...

Register for New Virtual Classes from Connect4Health

Achieve harmony of mind and body by taking advantage of two FREE classes that only require 30 minutes of your day. Consider these options for wellness:

Yoga for Every Body – Skill in Self-CareTraditional Yoga meets Western Culture in this total b...

Find an In-Network Physician

When it comes to locating in-network providers, benefit plan members have several options to help with this task.

The first option is to contact WebTPA Customer Service at 844-380-4552 or email helpme@webtpa.com. WebTPA checks to see if your physician is i...

Access a Storehouse of Yard Tools for Free

The City’s Tool Lending Program is the neighbor you can borrow from anytime to handle your yard work. This service is for Plano residents who need equipment to trim trees and hedges, cut grass or complete several other lawn chores. 

Thro...

Improve Your Financial Fitness with Money Smart for Older Adults

Take charge of your financial affairs and be better prepared for the unpredictable challenges of life. Plano Public Library presents a four-session money literacy class designed to help you protect your funds. 

This workshop is presented in partne...

Don’t Miss the Sunset Memorial Day Ceremony

On this special day, spend just a bit of time at the 45-minute service in memory of all Americans lost fighting in military conflicts. Be part of the local observance of Memorial Day during the Sunset at Memorial Park Ceremony on Monday, May 30.  ...

Ride Along to Fine Dining with the Sam Johnson Rec Center

Take a short trip south for a fun Sam Johnson Recreation Center (SJRC) outing in Dallas for shopping and fine dining. Enjoy spending the day at NorthPark Mall coupled with a visit to the Seasons 52 restaurant for an exquisite meal on Wednesday, August 17....

Parks & Recreation Celebrates National Trails Day

Trails bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, connecting communities to nature and fostering health and wellness. Here in Plano, we are fortunate to have an extensive network of recreational trails throughout the city to enjoy. This award-winn...

Get Rolling with a Belly Dance Fitness Class

Here’s a chance to shake and shimmy your way to stronger core muscles, better coordination and balance in a fun new class. The Sam Johnson Recreation Center (SJRC) brings you Belly Dance Fitness for Beginners starting Friday, June 6.

Eac...

Plano Police Seeks Community Help with Survey

The Plano Police Department is seeking community input through a survey designed to assess how the department is doing.

Through the survey, residents can offer their views on safety, quality of life and quality of police services.

“Community feedb...

Plano Parks & Recreation Ranks No. 1 in Texas per ParkScore

The Trust for Public Land has named Plano Parks & Recreation first in Texas and 15th in the United States, per their annual ParkScore rankings! This year’s report examined equity gaps in America and our evolving relationship to parks and public land, ...

Cast Your Vote for Plano Places in Plano Magazine 2022 “Best Of”

Plano Magazine’s Best of 2022 campaign is looking to find THE BEST the City has to offer. The public is invited to vote online for their favorite businesses, venues and events. Several City establishments have been nominated in a few of the categories.

In ...

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