City Manager’s Weekly Report To: Mayor and City Council From: Robert Ranc, City Manager
OCTOBER 9, 2026
UPCOMING EVENTS October 9: Celina Friday Night Market (6:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square) October 13: TIRZ #13 & TIRZ #15 Meeting (4:00 PM, Council Chambers) October 13: City Council Meeting (5:00 PM, Council Chambers) October 15: CISD Homecoming Parade (5:00 PM, Downtown Square) October 19: Downtown Golf Tournament (8:00 AM, Stonebridge Country Club) October 21: Preston Lakes Dr Public Meeting (6:00 PM, Council Chambers) October 23: Library Pumpkin Painting at the Pavilion (3:00 - 5:00 PM, Downtown Square Pavilion) October 24: Beware! of the Square (4:00 - 9:00 PM, Downtown Square) October 28: Elm Street Public Meeting (6:00 PM, Council Chambers) October 29: Smothermon Elementary School Trunk-or-Treat (5:00 PM, Smothermon Elementary School)
CITY UPDATES CELINA FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN SQUARE The Celina Friday Night Market presented by Renewal by Andersen returns to the Downtown Square on Friday, October 9, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The monthly market provides residents and visitors an opportunity to gather in the heart of Downtown Celina while supporting local vendors, artisans, and small businesses. The Celina Friday Night Market continues to serve as an important community gathering experience, contributing to the vibrancy of the Downtown Square and fostering connections among residents, visitors, and the local business community. Scotty Schaefer will serve as the evening’s featured musical guest, providing live entertainment throughout the event.
CELINA ISD HOMECOMING PARADE RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN Celina ISD will celebrate Bobcat pride with its annual Homecoming Parade on Thursday, October 15, beginning at 5:00 PM in the Downtown Square. One of Celina’s longstanding traditions, the Homecoming Parade brings together generations of Bobcats for an evening of school spirit and community pride. The parade will feature colorful floats showcasing Celina’s youngest athletes and cheerleaders, along with current Bobcat football players, cheerleaders, and other members of the Celina ISD community. Residents and visitors are encouraged to gather with family, friends, and fellow Bobcats along the parade route and take part in a tradition that celebrates the strong connection between Celina ISD and the community that proudly supports its students. To safely accommodate the parade, road closures will begin at 2:00 PM within the interior portion of the parade route. Access to E. Pecan St from S. Preston Rd will remain open until 4:30 PM, when the intersection will close in preparation for the 5:00 PM parade. Roads are anticipated to reopen
by 7:30 PM. The City is proactively communicating with residents living between E. Walnut St and E. Pecan St regarding temporary access restrictions and other impacts associated with the closures.
CITY FACILITIES ADJUST HOURS FOR HOMECOMING PARADE In coordination with the Celina ISD Homecoming Parade on Thursday, October 15, the City will adjust operating hours at the Ralph O’Dell Senior Center and Celina Public Library to accommodate event-related traffic and road closures. The Ralph O’Dell Senior Center will close at 1:00 PM to allow participants adequate time to depart the facility before increased traffic and road closures associated with the parade begin. The Celina Public Library will close at 4:00 PM in advance of the parade, which begins at 5:00 PM in the Downtown Square. These temporary schedule adjustments will help minimize impacts to facility users while supporting safe and efficient event operations in Downtown Celina.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES UPDATE FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 The September 2026 Development Services report highlights our ongoing commitment to community enhancement and sustainable growth. This update includes key figures reflecting our progress, showcasing the number of permits issued, new construction projects, and new businesses to the community. Number of Home Permits: 198 Valuation: $609,640 (Monthly Average) Square Footage: 3,540 (Monthly Average) Construction Inspections: 6,740 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PERMITS Legacy Hills (68)
Green Meadows (5)
Bent Tree Meadows (3)
Marilee (19) Lilyana (5) La Terra (3) North Sky (16)
Mosaic (5)
Lily Creek at Sutton Fields (3)
Ramble (10)
Cross Creek Meadows (4)
Cottages (1)
Cambridge Crossing (7)
Edgewood Creek (4)
Harper Estates (1)
Rainwater (7)
Hillside Village (4)
Ten Mile Creek (1)
The Ranch at Uptown (7)
Parks at Wilson Creek (4)
Wellspring Estates (1)
Heights at Uptown (6)
Sutton Fields (4)
Mustang Lakes (6)
Wilson Creek Meadows (4)
NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Celina 4AC (4280 S. Dallas Pkwy)
Indoor Pickleball Facility (3510 S. Dallas Pwky) Legacy Hills Del Webb (Phase 2A) Luna Grill (3515 S. Preston Rd #130) Mosaic (Phase 3C) Public Storage Celina (2113 W. Yucca Flower) The Village at Ownsby Farms Shops D (3655 S. Preston Rd) NEW BUSINESSES Nexus Mind & Medical Center (3925 S. Preston Rd #106) Aven Wellness Spa (3925 S. Preston Rd #101) Sagewood Primary Care (1050 S. Preston Rd #120)
FINAL CLEAN SWEEP OF THE YEAR SERVES CELINA RESIDENTS Last weekend, the City hosted its final Clean Sweep event of the year, welcoming 393 vehicles and 35 trailers despite challenging weather conditions. City staff delivered another successful event, providing residents with a convenient and accessible opportunity to responsibly dispose of unwanted items while helping maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the community. Clean Sweep continues to be a valuable public service for Celina residents, offering a practical resource that supports neighborhood beautification and responsible waste disposal. The strong participation throughout the year reflects the continued value of the program and the City’s commitment to providing services that directly benefit the community.
ANNUAL STREET MAINTENANCE CONTINUES ON QUAIL HOLLOW As part of the City of Celina’s commitment to maintaining high-quality infrastructure, the Annual Street Maintenance (ASM) Program addresses the ongoing repair and preservation of local roadways. This year’s ASM project includes asphalt road repairs in various areas throughout Celina, including Quail Hollow. ASPHALT SPOT REPAIRS •
Quail Hollow (CR 83 to Peregrine Point)
SCHEDULE (Weather Permitting) •
Start Date: September 28, 2026
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Estimated Completion Date: October 16, 2026
TRAFFIC IMPACT •
Quail Hollow will be closed to through traffic while road repairs are underway. Local and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times.
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Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible.
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The contractor will actively manage traffic control throughout the duration of the project.
The City appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents and motorists as these improvements are completed. These maintenance efforts represent an important investment in the safety, functionality, and longevity of Celina’s roadway infrastructure and support the City’s continued commitment to maintaining high-quality infrastructure for the community.
CITY WELCOMES NEW ENGINEERING TEAM MEMBER The City of Celina welcomed one new employee to the organization this week, joining the Engineering Department. The addition strengthens the City’s growing team and supports the department’s continued efforts to plan, coordinate, and deliver infrastructure improvements that meet the needs of Celina’s growing community.
Steven Davis
Construction Inspector
DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY PHASE 4A PROJECT: LANE CLOSURE NOTIFICATION As part of the continued progress on the DNT Phase 4A project, construction crews will soon implement targeted lane closures to support key project activities. These closures are necessary to facilitate the transport of topsoil, conduct mass haul operations, perform area cleanup, and set structural beams. It is important to note that full closure of the left lanes is not anticipated. Friday, October 9, through Saturday, October 10: •
All lanes of eastbound and westbound Collin County Outer Loop between northbound and southbound Dallas Pkwy will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Monday, October 12, through Saturday, October 17: •
The northbound and southbound left lane of Dallas Pkwy from First St to FM 428 will be closed daily from
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Monday, October 12, through Tuesday, October 13: •
All lanes of northbound Dallas Pkwy from Frontier Pkwy to Light Farms Way will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Tuesday, October 13, through Wednesday, October 14: •
All lanes of southbound Dallas Pkwy from Light Farms Way to Frontier Pkwy will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Wednesday, October 14, through Thursday, October 15: •
All lanes of southbound Dallas Pkwy from Frontier Pkwy to Prosper Trl will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Thursday, October 15, through Friday, October 16: •
All lanes of southbound Dallas Pkwy from Prosper Trl to First St will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Friday, October 16, through Saturday, October 17: •
All lanes of southbound Dallas Pkwy from First St to U.S. 380 will be closed overnight from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
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. [ CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE ROAD CLOSURES MAP ]