Mayor Bruce Archer provides update on COVID-19 pandemic

Mayor Bruce Archer offered the Mesquite community an update on City services, programs and other news regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch his video news release.

City plans Recovery Mesquite activity for May 30

The City of Mesquite is planning the Recovery Mesquite activity for Saturday, May 30, from 10 - 11 a.m. at Town East Mall, 2063 Town East Mall, to aid families and businesses recovering from the impacts of COVID-19. Recovery Mesquite will offer the public the opportunity to thank front line workers from their vehicle with a parade, food donations and financial contributions to Sharing Life Community Outreach and Mesquite Social Services as both continue to aid families in the recovery process and support surrounding stores and restaurants in the retail area to help them recover. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/RecoveryMesquite for details.

Governor Abbott announces Phase II to Open Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced the second phase of the State of Texas’ ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Under Phase II, restaurants may increase their occupancy to 50% and additional services and activities may open with restricted occupancy levels. See a list of services and activities that may open under Phase II.

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City announces Shop Mesquite campaign

The City of Mesquite is encouraging residents to spend their money locally at stores and restaurants to help energize businesses. It will be a long-term commitment to promoting local stores and restaurants as the next step in the journey to recovery. Learn more.

Town East Mall open for business

Town East Mall has reopened, and online shopping is the perfect way to Shop Mesquite while social distancing and supporting Mesquite businesses and restaurants. Customers can take advantage of Curbside Pickup from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 - 6 p.m. on Sundays. View a full list of participating retailers. Town East Mall is also open for customers to go inside and shop. See a full list of open stores at Town East Mall.

City holiday closures on May 25

City offices and facilities are closed for the Memorial Day holiday Monday, May 25. Trash and recycling will not be collected. Collection will resume on resident’s next scheduled collection day. View a complete list of closures.

Drive Like Your Family Lives Here

Monday, May 25 is Memorial Day. TxDOT is urging drivers to help #EndTheStreak and remember the three S's: Seat Belts, Sobriety and Safe Speed. Remember to stay alert, obey traffic signs and slow down when driving in residential areas. Drive safe and Drive Like Your Family Lives Here.

City celebrates Public Works Week

May 17-23 is National Public Works Week. We want to thank our Public Works employees that provide vital services to our community every single day. Watch a video to learn more about the work they do to keep Mesquite running.

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The community will help homeowners on Addressing Mesquite Day

Do you or your neighbors need help with an exterior house or yard project? The 16^th Addressing Mesquite Day is on October 3. This annual event has volunteers organized by the City work on minor exterior home repairs, painting and landscape projects. The last day for homeowners to complete a request form is June 26. Apply online at www.cityofmesquite.com/AMD. For details, call the Office of Neighborhood Vitality at 972-216-6473.

Mesquite BBQ Shares Recipe with Travel Texas

Mesquite BBQ recently shared its popular pulled-pork recipe in an email newsletter with Travel Texas, the tourism division of the Office of the Governor. The email went out to more than 67 thousand travelers across the globe that are interested in Texas tourism. If you would like to try the delicious barbecue, visit Mesquite BBQ at 145 E Davis St. for curbside pick-up. To see the full recipe, please head to VisitMesquiteTX.com/PulledPorkRecipe.

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