Electronic Disposal - August 7

Posted By rbutler on Monday, July 26 @ 3:06pm

Each quarter, Keep Allen Beautiful and the City of Allen provide a safe, environmentally friendly way for Allen residents to dispose of unwanted or obsolete computers and small electronics. Recycling these items instead of sending them to the landfill saves money, conserves valuable resources, and prevents pollution.

Bring your recyclable electronics to Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway, beginning at 8 a.m. on August 7. Collection will end promptly at 1 p.m. OR when the trucks are full. Participants must show their driver's license and current water utility bill as proof of Allen residency. Accepted items include computers and computer peripherals, fax machines, answering machines, microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens, mixers, and other small electric kitchen appliances (without Freon). No televisions will be accepted at this event.

For more information, contact Amanda Mattle at 214.509.4555 or Elizabeth Gonzalez at 214.509.4551.

Construction on Bethany

Posted By rbutler on Tuesday, April 27 @ 9:05am

The construction taking place along Bethany Drive, between Malone Road and FM 2551, is being undertaken by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). NTMWD provides regional water treatment and wastewater treatment for the greater North Texas Region, throughout Collin County and beyond.

You may recall, several years ago, NTMWD installed a new 60-inch sanitary sewer line along Malone Road, the north side of Bethany, and west side of FM 2551. That new line was installed adjacent to, and parallel to, an older 60-inch pipeline made of concrete. That older line is in need of repair. Rather than remove and replace the line, the NTMWD is able to excavate pits at strategic locations and repair the line by trenchless means between pits (a process called insituform lining, wherein they coat the inside of the older pipe with a sock).

Water Restrictions Reminder

Posted By rbutler on Friday, April 9 @ 8:36pm

The City of Allen is currently observing the Water Conservation Plan. Under this Plan, irrigation between 10 am and 6 pm is prohibited from April 1 - October 31. We recommend limiting irrigation to two days per week; however, there are no set days to water. Also under this Plan, watering during any form of precipitation is prohibited and excessive runoff or watering on impervious surfaces is prohibited.

Do You Like to Hunt for Treasure?

Posted By rbutler on Monday, April 5 @ 4:04pm

You never know what treasures there are to find at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Spring Community Garage Sale to be held Saturday, April 17 from a 8 a.m. to Noon.

Vendors will be selling furniture, electronics, crafts, clothing items, games and much more. Admission is free and there will be plenty of parking and concessions available.

Earth Fest Event at Watters Creek

Posted By rbutler on Monday, April 5 @ 4:02pm

This weekend, Saturday, April 10, 2010, please join us for the Earth Fest Event at Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm and Connemara Meadow Preserve anytime between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm (just west of US-75 off of Bethany Road). There will be many hands-on activities for the kids to enjoy. Activities are scheduled throughout the day.

Just prior to this event, a creek clean up is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. Bring your family and/or friends! We will meet near the bridge on Bethany Road, west of US-75, just past the Wachovia Bank parking lot (near Market Street Grocery Store). Bring gloves, sunscreen, and bug spray, if you have them, and wear closed toe shoes. We also suggest long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. We will provide vinyl gloves, trash bags, and safety briefings.

Potential Severe Weather Alert

Posted By rbutler on Tuesday, January 5 @ 8:25pm

The National Weather Service is forecasting an Arctic Blast for our area that may include rain, sleet or snow. Freezing temperatures are expected to hit late Wednesday and last through Saturday. Residents are reminded of the following:

• Protect your pipes and pets.
• Cover exterior faucets. Faucet covers are available at any hardware supply store.
• Watch for ice on roadways, bridges and overpasses.
• Allen residents can call Community Services at 214-509-4500 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to report problems with water line breaks, sewer and/or drainage; after 5 p.m. call 214-509-4530.
• Do not run irrigation or other systems that create standing water resulting in ice formation on sidewalks and roadways.
• Do not call 9-1-1 to report power outages. Power outages should be reported to your service provider as follows:

  Electric

  CoServ Electric: 1.888.274.4014

  Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative: 1.800.967.5235

  OnCor Electric: 1.800.242.9113

  Gas

  Atmos Energy: 1.888.286.6700

  CoServ Gas: 1.800.274.4014

Outdoor restroom facilities at all Allen parks will be closed Wednesday through Sunday, Jan. 6 - 10. CWD services may be delayed or slide a day depending on the severity of weather conditions. Specific City of Allen facility closings and service notices will be posted in the Hot News section of the City of Allen\'s website.

Updated: Tuesday, January 5 @ 8:27pm

Study ranks Allen as safest city in Texas

Posted By rbutler on Friday, December 4 @ 12:18pm

Allen is the safest city in Texas and the ninth-safest in the country, according to CQ Press\' annual city crime rankings.

Frisco ranked second in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and 20th nationally.

Here Comes Santa!

Posted By rbutler on Friday, November 20 @ 5:34pm

The Village at Allen will kick off the holiday season with a variety of events and activities. The fun begins on Saturday, November 21 with the arrival of Santa, a.k.a. "The Big Guy" and a community tree-lighting ceremony. Santa will be available for photos and wishes beginning November 21 from 7 - 9 pm and everyday through Christmas Eve.

Allen Heritage Guild Christmas Open House

Posted By rbutler on Friday, November 20 @ 5:32pm

The Allen Heritage Guild invites everyone out to the Allen Heritage Village to enjoy holiday decorations, refreshments, music and Nativity exhibit. Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. St. Mary Church and Allen Christian Church at the Allen Heritage Village, 450 E. St. Mary Drive.

S.O.S Campaign - Cleaning up Illegal Signs

Posted By rbutler on Friday, November 13 @ 4:16pm

American Association of Code Enforcement National Sick of Signs (S.O.S.) Campaign Recently, the City of Allen Code Enforcement Division participated in the American Association of Code Enforcement National Sick of Signs Campaign. More than 200 illegal signs were picked up while the Code team continued to educate business owners and residents about sign requirements within Allen.

Having a garage sale? With the return of sunny weather, the Code team wants to remind residents about the guidelines and restrictions regarding garage sales and signs. Visit the Code Compliance webpage or call the hotline at 214.509.4160.