City Manager’s Weekly Report
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Robert Ranc, City Manager
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
UPCOMING EVENTS
November 28: Celina Turkey Trot (8:00 AM, Downtown Square)
November 28: Thanksgiving Day (Administrative Offices Closed)
December 4: Christmas on the Square (5:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 5: Coffee with the Contractors (9:00 AM, Council Chambers)
December 7: Coffee with a Cop (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 7: Photos with Reinsteer (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 9: Christmas Craft Cocktails & Tastes of the Season (6:00 - 9:00 PM, Two29 on the Square)
December 10: City Council Meeting (5:00 PM, Council Chambers)
December 11: Toys 4 Tots Toy Drive (6:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 12: Gingerbread House Contest (6:00 PM, Ralph O’Dell Senior Center)
December 14: Celina Gift Tour (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 17: Downtown Carriage Rides (5:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 18: Downtown Carriage Rides (5:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 21: Photos with Santa (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Downtown Square)
December 24: Christmas Eve (Administrative Offices Closed)
December 25: Christmas (Administrative Offices Closed)
CITY UPDATES
CITY ENGAGES KIMLEY-HORN TO DEVELOP GATEWAY MONUMENT PLAN
The City is proud to announce its partnership with Kimley-Horn to lead the design and development of a Gateway Monument Plan. This initiative, outlined as a key recommendation in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and identified as a priority action within the City’s Strategic Plan, aims to enhance the experience of entering Celina by welcoming residents and visitors at the City’s primary entrances. These Gateway Monuments will reflect Celina’s vision and brand, creating a unified and inspiring statement of community pride. As part of this process, the design team will host a booth at Christmas on the Square to gather initial feedback from residents. Community members are encouraged to share their input on potential monument locations and other ideas to help shape the design.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: FRONTIER PKWY WESTBOUND TURN LANE CLOSURE
Starting Monday, November 25, the westbound turn lane of Frontier Pkwy. onto Dallas Pkwy. heading north will be closed for utility work being conducted by ATMOS. This closure is anticipated to last for one week, weather permitting.
MARKETING DEPARTMENT EARNS STATEWIDE RECOGNITION WITH 36 AWARDS
Congratulations to the Marketing Department for winning an impressive 36 awards at the annual Kaliff Marketing Awards, hosted during the Texas Festivals & Events Association Conference in San Antonio. Among these accolades, the team secured 19 Best in Texas Awards among the 530 submissions, demonstrating exceptional creativity and excellence in marketing, and earning well-deserved recognition from industry peers across the state. This remarkable achievement highlights the team’s dedication to showcasing the vibrant events and programs that define Celina, bringing pride and prestige to our community.
BEST IN TEXAS (First Place) – 19 Awards
• Best Ad Series – Splash & Blast (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Educational Program – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Event/Organization E-Newsletter – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Event/Program Within an Event to Benefit a Cause – Beware! of the Square (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Event Invitation – Volunteer Appreciation Banquet (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Event Video Promotion – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Facebook Site – Life in Celina (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Give-Away Item – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Instagram Site – Life in Celina (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Individual Sponsor Follow-Up Report – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Media Relations Campaign – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best New Promotional Activity – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best On-Site Decor – Beware! of the Square (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Promotional Brochure – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Promotional Poster – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Sponsor Gift – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Street Banner – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best T-Shirt Design – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Volunteer Program – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
Silver (Second Place) – 11 Awards
• Best Accessibility Program – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Event Program – Splash & Blast (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Event Promotional Photograph – Splash & Blast (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Event Website – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Event (Within an Existing Festival) – Beware! of the Square (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best Individual Sponsor Follow-Up Report – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Overall Entertainment Program – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Printed Material (Multiple Page) – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Single Newspaper Display Ad – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Targeted Sponsor Solicitation Proposal – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best TV Promotion – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
Bronze (Third Place) – 6 Awards
• Best Children’s Programming – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best Cover Design – Touch-A-Truck (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best New Festival or Event – Celina Eclipse Party at the Park (Budget: Under $75K)
• Best On-Site Décor – Celina Cajun Fest (Budget: $250-750K)
• Best Single Magazine Display Ad – Splash & Blast (Budget: $75-250K)
• Best T-Shirt Design – Beware! of the Square (Budget: $75-250K)
JEOVANNA RUBIO EARNS
PRESTIGIOUS TMRC CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to Jeovanna Rubio, Assistant City Secretary, for earning the Texas Municipal Records Certified (TMRC) Certificate. This prestigious achievement recognizes her dedication to excellence in records management, underscoring her expertise in maintaining transparency, organization, and compliance with state regulations. The TMRC certification is a significant accomplishment, reflecting a commitment to the highest standards of municipal governance and ensuring that the City of Celina continues to operate with integrity and efficiency.
DUSTY McAFEE SPEAKS AT GREATER DALLAS PLANNING COUNCIL’S NORTH FORUM
On Friday, November 15, Dusty McAfee, Director of Development Services, participated as a speaker on the Economic Development panel at the Greater Dallas Planning Council’s North Forum. The event took place at the Collin College campus in Frisco.
DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY PHASE 4A PROJECT: LANE CLOSURE NOTIFICATION
For the ongoing work on the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) Phase 4A Project, contractors will implement lane closures next week. These closures will facilitate the transport of topsoil, a mass haul of materials, and the cleaning of the area. It is important to note that the entire left lanes will not be closed, and closures will only occur at the construction exits as necessary. NTTA has approved these closures on the condition that they are used solely for hauling purposes and that the Dallas Parkway is kept clean at all times.
Monday, November 25, through Wednesday, November 27
• The daily northbound and southbound left lane of Dallas Pkwy. from First St. to FM 428 from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• The daily eastbound right lane of Prosper Trl. beginning before southbound Dallas Pkwy. up to northbound Dallas Pkwy. 9 AM to 4 PM
ROAD CLOSURES RESIDENT MAP
The City ‘s Road Closures Resident Map serves as a crucial tool for residents to remain informed about ongoing projects and associated road closures within the city. This comprehensive resource empowers individuals to plan their travel routes effectively, minimizing disruptions caused by construction activities. By clicking on the map or accessing the link above, residents gain access to the full interactive map, ensuring easy navigation and timely updates on the evolving infrastructure projects throughout Celina.