City Manager’s Weekly Report To: Mayor and City Council From: Robert Ranc, City Manager
DECEMBER 27, 2024
CITY UPDATES UPCOMING EVENTS December 31: New Year’s Eve January 1: New Year’s Day (Administrative Offices Closed) January 14: City Council Meeting (5:00 PM, Council Chambers) January 21: State of the City (Details to Follow) January 25: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Administrative Offices Closed)
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS CONCLUDES Countdown to Christmas, a month-long December celebration, offered daily activities and festivities leading up to Christmas Day. This month-long event featured a wide range of activities, including a gingerbread house contest, carriage rides, photos with reinsteer and Santa, holiday-theme storytime at the Library, and seasonal cocktail and tastings. A big thank you to City staff, volunteers, and downtown businesses for creating this magical experience that brought the community together. We had a month full of fun and we look forward to what next year has in store.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER KIM BRAWNER We are proud to congratulate Assistant City Manager Kim Brawner on earning her Master of Public Administration (MPA) from The University of Texas at Arlington. This significant milestone reflects her dedication to professional growth and commitment to excellence in public service. We celebrate this achievement and look forward to her continued contributions to our City’s success.
DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY PHASE 4A PROJECT: LANE CLOSURE NOTIFICATION As part of the ongoing work on the DNT Phase 4A project, please be advised that crews will be implementing the upcoming lane closures. These closures are necessary for transporting topsoil, performing a mass haul of materials, and completing clean-up work in the affected areas. Please note that the entire left lanes will not be closed, and we will ensure there are no conflicts between lane closures within the same areas. Additional closures will occur at construction exits as needed to maintain safety and efficient traffic flow. Thursday, December 26, through Saturday, December 28, from 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM • The daily northbound and southbound left lane of Dallas Pkwy. from First St. to FM 428
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.