City of Ovilla

Just a REMINDER: The Ovilla Fire Department will be conducted it's monthly Tornado siren testing at 2:00 pm today.

TRASH OFF & X-TREME GREEN EVENT – MAY 30, 2026
We are almost there! One last reminder that the City of Ovilla and CWD will be hosting the annual Trash Off and X-Treme Green Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Residents will be able to bring items such as:

🪵 Brush and bulky waste
💻 Used electronics (e-waste)
🧪 Household hazardous waste
🔌 Appliances
🛞 Tires
📄 Personal documents for shredding

🚗 Event Traffic & Line-Up:
The event queue will begin on Westlawn Drive. Please follow the informational signs and directions from staff on site to help keep traffic moving safely and efficiently. Be prepared to show the following to enter the event:

* Valid driver license or identification
* Ovilla utility bill

There is no charge for electronic waste items unless they possess cathode ray tubes (CRT) like found in retro television sets or vintage computer monitors.

This is a great opportunity to declutter your home and property while helping keep Ovilla clean and environmentally responsible. ♻️

OVILLA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TOWN HALL MEETINGS, YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
The City of Ovilla is continuing the Comprehensive Plan process, and we want your continued input as we help shape the future of our community.

As previously shared, the City received a $300,000 grant to develop a Comprehensive Plan, a long-range blueprint that will guide Ovilla’s future growth, development, infrastructure, parks, economic development, and overall community vision for years to come.

The Comprehensive Plan includes:

• Land Use, Housing, and Population Planning
• Water, Sewer, Drainage, Streets, and Thoroughfare Planning
• Updates to Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances
• Capital Improvement Planning
• Building Codes and Design Standards
• Economic Development and Downtown/Heritage Planning
• Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Planning
• Public Involvement and Community Outreach

The first Town Hall Meeting provided valuable feedback and insight from residents, and we encourage everyone to continue participating as the process moves forward.

UPCOMING TOWN HALL MEETINGS

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Vertical Church – Ovilla
3333 Ovilla Road

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Vertical Church – Ovilla
3333 Ovilla Road

Thank you for participating and helping shape Ovilla’s future, together!

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Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgotten. From our department to your family, we wish everyone a safe Memorial Day.

OVILLA PARKS SURVEY
As part of the City of Ovilla’s Comprehensive Plan currently underway, the City is also developing a Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. A key component of this process is meaningful citizen engagement to help ensure the City Council understands the recreational priorities, needs, and vision of the community.

The City is seeking input from residents regarding potential park improvements, recreational amenities, trails, open space opportunities, and other features citizens would like to see both now and in the future. Community feedback is essential in helping guide future park planning and investments so that Ovilla’s parks and recreational spaces reflect the desires and interests of the residents they serve.

Residents are encouraged to participate by completing the Ovilla Parks Survey at the link below or by scanning the provided QR code:

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8846033/Ovilla-Park-Survey

The City respectfully asks that all surveys be completed by July 3, 2026.

In addition to the survey, the City will also host two upcoming town hall meetings, which will be announced soon, to provide residents with additional opportunities to share ideas, ask questions, and participate in discussions regarding the future of parks and recreation in Ovilla.

The City Council values citizen input and encourages all residents to participate in helping shape the future of Ovilla’s parks and recreational amenities.

For additional information about the city’s current parks, where they are, what amenities they have and additional information, check out the following link: https://cityofovilla.org/293/Parks-and-Recreation

THANK YOU OVILLA SERVICE LEAGUE
A sincere thank you to the Ovilla Service League for once again treating our Public Works and Administration teams to a wonderful annual luncheon. The delicious Campuzano fajitas, Porch Swing iced tea, and homemade desserts were greatly appreciated by everyone.

We are truly grateful for the continued support, kindness, and generosity the Ovilla Service League shows to our city staff each year. Acts like this reflect the strong sense of community that makes Ovilla such a special place.

Thank you for your encouragement and for recognizing the hard work and dedication of our employees who proudly serve the citizens of Ovilla every day.

Ovilla Service League

MEMORIAL DAY OFFICE CLOSURE
City offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. City offices will reopen at their regular time on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

The City extends its sincere gratitude to all who have served our nation and honors the memory of those who gave their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy today.

GET INVOLVED - SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY
The City of Ovilla is currently accepting applications for board and commission positions, and we want to invite you to apply to be a part of the future of our city!

Serving on a board is a great way to:

* Make a meaningful impact on your community
* Share your ideas and experiences
* Help guide important decisions on city planning, development, community improvements, and more.

The boards and commissions in Ovilla include, Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Ovilla Type B Economic Development Corporation and the Ovilla Municipal Development District.

There's a place for your voice, apply today and be part of what makes Ovilla a great place to live and visit!

If interested, please fill out a boards and commissions application and submit it to City Secretary Michelle Lilley. Information about each board can be found on the city website under the heading "Government", "Boards and Commissions" or by the following link: https://www.cityofovilla.org/99/Boards-and-Commissions. The applications can be found by scrolling to the bottom on that webpage, or by contacting the City Secretary by e-mail at [email protected].

REMINDER - TRASH OFF & X-TREME GREEN EVENT – MAY 30, 2026
The City of Ovilla and CWD will be hosting the annual Trash Off and X-Treme Green Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This event gives Ovilla residents an opportunity to responsibly dispose of items that are not typically accepted with regular curbside trash service.

The City has placed signs throughout the community as a reminder of the event.

Residents will be able to bring items such as:

🪵 Brush and bulky waste
💻 Used electronics (e-waste)
🧪 Household hazardous waste
🔌 Appliances
🛞 Tires
📄 Personal documents for shredding

🚗 Event Traffic & Line-Up:
The event queue will begin on Westlawn Drive. Please follow the informational signs and directions from staff on site to help keep traffic moving safely and efficiently.

There is no charge for electronic waste items unless they possess cathode ray tubes (CRT) like found in retro television sets or vintage computer monitors.

This is a great opportunity to declutter your home while helping keep Ovilla clean and environmentally responsible. ♻️

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