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Allen Gateway Project second phase approved, requires no City funds

APRIL 11, 2023 - Allen Gateway Project’s second phase will soon begin, bringing landscaping and pedestrian improvements.

The second phase of this project includes enhanced landscaping, an illuminated pedestrian fence on the overpass and ...

New homestead exemption approved for Allen homeowners

APRIL 11, 2023 - Allen homeowners will benefit from a new exemption to their City property taxes. During the April 11 meeting, Allen City Council approved a 5% homestead exemption. The exemption will deduct 5% from appraised home values when calculating t...

Annual independent audit returns clean audit for City finances

MARCH 14, 2023 - An independent audit of the City’s finances and account groups gave the City of Allen a clean audit, finding no issues or items of concern regarding accounting control structure.

This annual audit leads to the creation and presen...

New water disinfection system helps keep Allen water clean

MARCH 14, 2023 - Councilmembers approved the purchase of two new water disinfection systems to be installed at the Bethany and Rowlett water towers. These systems will ensure that disinfectant levels stay at the appropriate level from storage tank to kitc...

City Council launches 2023 bond process by appointing steering committee

MARCH 14, 2023 - In preparation for a public bond election expected to be held in November 2023, Allen City Council appointed six members to a bond steering committee during the March 14 council meeting. This process, which typically takes place every 5-7...

Allen awarded advance TxDOT funding for intersection safety improvements and landscaping

DEC. 13, 2022 - The City of Allen is a recipient of a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grant through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This grant program is designed to improve safety and reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuri...

Roof replacement for several City facilities approved

NOV. 8, 2022 - City council has approved the replacement of three city facility roofs.

In 2021, 36 city facilities were inspected to ensure their roofs were in good condition. After inspecting all facilities, Allen Police Headquarters, Allen Senior Recreat...

Water mains in Timbercreek and Allenwood to be replaced

NOV. 8, 2022 - City council approved a contract for the design of replacement water mains in the Timbercreek and Allenwood neighborhoods for $384,900. These water mains were determined to have exceeded their life expectancy and repeated maintenance demand...

Rowlett Water Tower and Custer Ground water tank to be repainted

OCT. 25, 2022 - The Rowlett Water Tower and Custer Ground #2 water storage tank will soon receive new exterior paint and minor repairs.

Every year, water towers and water storage tanks must be inspected to ensure safety and proper conditions. This year, an...

Intersection improvements to be co-funded by HEB

OCT. 11, 2022 - City Councilmembers approved a partnership agreement with grocery store chain HEB to expand the intersection of Exchange Parkway and Greenville Avenue.

Anticipating traffic growth in the area due to the new store and future area growth, the...

New emergency generators to be installed at Allen fire stations

OCT. 11, 2022 - Allen Fire Stations 3 and 4 will receive new emergency generators, thanks to a new contract awarded by City Council.

To continue operating in some emergency situations, fire stations are equipped with emergency generators. While all Allen F...

New board members appointed

SEPT. 27, 2022 - City Council appointed new and returning community volunteers to fill 15 open positions on City boards, commissions and committees. The Council Nominating Committee interviewed a total of 62 candidates to fill these positions.

Appointments...

Fee changes for utility services approved

SEPT. 27, 2022 - Customers who pay for water, sewer and trash/recycling services through the City of Allen will see slightly higher rates for services used on Oct. 1, 2022 and beyond.

The changes were approved by Allen City Council to reflect rising costs ...

Allen approves annual contract for City-owned streetlight maintenance

SEPT. 13, 2022 - City of Allen will enter an annual contract with Standard Utility Construction, Inc., for maintenance of City-owned streetlights in an amount not to exceed $325,000. This replaces the City’s current maintenance contract which ha...

Budget, tax rate approved for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

SEPT. 13, 2022 - Following a public hearing and council discussion, councilmembers approved the 2022-2023 City budget and tax rate. The council voted to approve a ($302,652,181) budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and approved a tax rate of $0.4212 per $100 ...

Aging sewer lines to be replaced

AUG. 9, 2022 - Forty-year-old sanitary sewer lines in and along Heritage Parkway and Allen Heights will soon be replaced.

During the Aug. 9 meeting, Allen City Council approved a $606,400 sanitary sewer project in order to replace deteriorating sewer lines...

City will install four new traffic signals in the next year

AUG. 9, 2022 - City Council approved a $1,450,381 construction agreement for three new traffic signals at the following intersections:

• Bethany Drive at Racetrac Driveway (west of Greenville Avenue)
• Stacy Road and Curtis Lane
• Angel Parkway and Malone Road

To s...

Public hearing dates set for 2022-2023 budget, tax rate

Allen City Council voted to set the date of public hearings for the 2022-2023 annual City of Allen budget and tax rate. The proposed public hearing date is Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

View the proposed budget

The budget decreases the City’s tax rate to $0.429,...

Membership, rental fee changes coming in 2023

JULY 26, 2022 - Allen Parks and Recreation will introduce new membership fees and added member benefits following the approval of a new fee and rate structure by Allen City Council.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, members who join or renew their membershi...

Allen receives $2 million TxDOT grant for highway safety improvements

JULY 26, 2022 - City of Allen was awarded a $2 million grant through the Highway Safety Improvement Program from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The funding is intended to enhance safety at key intersections. Most notably, the grant includ...

Architects to begin detail designs for Allen Public Library expansion

JULY 26, 2022 - Plans to expand Allen Public Library are moving forward. City Council approved a $949,297 contract with Hidell and Associates Architects to develop schematic and detail designs and prepare construction documents.

Allen Public Library receiv...

Smart Water Meters slated for delivery this fall

JULY 12, 2022 - The citywide installation of Smart Water Meters is on track to begin in October, offering customers consistent 30-day billing periods, hourly water use data, automatic leak alerts and other features.

Allen City Council approved the purchase...

Sloan Creek Waterline approved for $4,648,570

MAY 27, 2022 - In October 2020, Council approved an agreement for the design of a 24-inch potable water line from Allen Commerce Drive to Ridgeview Drive. In preparation for the eventual development located at SH 121 and US 75, it’s important to...

Streets and alley rehab approved for $1,932,009

MAY 27, 2022 - The City will remove and replace concrete panels on approximately 270 yards of alleys and 11,300 yards of roads in various locations throughout Allen. This reinvestment in our streets and alleys is larger than in years past and was approved...

Allen Finance Department recognized with national award

APRIL 28, 2022 - City of Allen continues its winning streak! The Government Financial Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City of Allen the award for Outstanding Achievement for the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) and the Certificate of Ach...

Manhole rehabilitation project approved for $851,314

APRIL 28, 2022 - Council approved a $851,314 agreement to rehabilitate 41 manholes located at Village at Allen and the Watters Creek shopping area. Deterioration of these structures is taking place due to hydrogen sulfide gas buildup in the sewer line sys...

Bond issuance approved for $25.5M in improvements to City services

APRIL 15, 2022 - City Council approved a $25,521,00 bond issuance to be used for improvements to the City’s park system, transportation infrastructure, and library and fire services. These funds were authorized by Allen voters in the 2016 Genera...

City of Allen approves Meet and Confer agreement with Allen Firefighters Association

FEB. 11, 2022 - In 2019, Allen City Council voted on a petition to have the Allen Firefighters Association (AFA) recognized as the sole and exclusive bargaining agent for the members of Allen Fire Department. The petition authorized staff to proceed with ...

Maintenance, upkeep projects approved

JAN. 11, 2022 - Councilmembers authorized the City Manager to move forward with contracts for City facility HVAC maintenance and repair in the amount of $450,000. In addition, the City will purchase a data backup and disaster recovery platform for its dat...

Council reviews success of the CDBG Program’s 2020-2021 activities

DEC. 28, 2021 - City Council adopted the 2020-2021 Comprehensive Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), recognizing its accomplishments from the past year.

The CDBG is a federally funded, form...

Stable economy, strong management earns Allen highest possible bond rating

 A stable economy, strong fiscal management and above-average resident incomes helped the City of Allen maintain the best possible bond ratings from both Moody’s Investor Services and S&P Global Ratings. 

For municipalities, the pract...

Purchasing process saves Allen $9.6 million

MARCH 29, 2021 - For the twentieth consecutive year, the City of Allen has earned top marks for its efforts to save money and make ethical choices in its purchasing processes.

The Purchasing Division is responsible for acquiring goods and services...

Allen wins prestigious government finance award

MARCH 31, 2021 - The City of Allen has continued its winning streak, earning a prestigious national finance award for the 21st year in a row. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awarded the city with the Certificate of Achievement in Excell...

New Chief Financial Officer hired

APRIL 29, 2021 - The City of Allen has hired Pete Phillis, an accomplished financial manager with more than 28 years of experience, to lead the City’s finance department. Phillis has extensive experience in local government, including a long tenure in the...