Garland rejects proposed short-term-rental zoning rules
The council voted 6–3 against a zoning amendment recommended unanimously by the Planning Commission. Garland’s separate short-term-rental permit program remains distinct.
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Garland approves Chase zoning with 40 parking spaces
The council approved the zoning request after a 30-space motion failed, and confirmed Scott Vornberg as police chief.
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Garland Moves Toward 2026-27 Budget Vote and Possible Tax Election
Garland officials have begun reviewing the proposed 2026-27 budget, including 10 police officers, with a public hearing and adoption action set for Aug. 17.
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Garland Council Set to Decide 2026-27 Budget and Tax Rate Aug. 17
Garland City Council is scheduled to consider approval of the 2026-27 budget and tax rate Aug. 17, with a work session starting at 6 p.m.
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Garland Council Weighs Bradfield Recreation Center and Pool Decommissioning
Bradfield Recreation Center and Pool remain open as Garland weighs a proposed decommissioning during the FY 2026-27 budget process.
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Garland budget proposes utility increases, public-safety staffing and November tax vote
Garland’s proposed $1.028 billion budget would add public-safety positions, increase the average residential utility bill by an estimated $7.13 a month and seek voter approval for a tax-rate shift.