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Posted on: May 21, 2013

Sheltering in a Severe Weather Event

The Town does not have public storm shelters because while they may seem like a good idea, they often come with more risks than benefits to residents including:
· Opening public buildings as storm shelters gives a false... Read on...


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Posted on: April 25, 2013

Town of Flower Mound Memorial Day Closures

All Flower Mound Town offices including Town Hall, the Municipal Court, the Shirley Voirin Social Senior Center, the Flower Mound Library and the Animal Adoption Center will be closed Monday, May 27, in observance of... Read on...

Posted on: May 22, 2013

Town Council Challenges Residents to Help Moore, OK

Help for Moore

The Flower Mound Town Council is challenging Flower Mound residents to help the people of Moore, Oklahoma, who were affected by the devastating tornado on Monday. The Town is collecting $25 gift cards to places like Target,... Read on...

Posted on: May 22, 2013

ATMOS Releases its Preliminary Clearing Schedule

On May 21, ATMOS released a schedule of the planned clearing activity and outline in the developed portions of the Town. The timeline of the clearing is subject to potential delays due to the nature of the work process and... Read on...

Additional ATMOS Clearing information...
Posted on: May 21, 2013

Sheltering in a Severe Weather Event

The Town does not have public storm shelters because while they may seem like a good idea, they often come with more risks than benefits to residents including:
· Opening public buildings as storm shelters gives a false... Read on...

Posted on: May 21, 2013

Severe Weather Awareness Information

Flower Mound emergency personnel often receive questions regarding the Town’s Outdoor Early Warning System. The 11 outdoor warning sirens are part of an emergency system designed to provide immediate and valuable information... Read on...

Emergency Notification System
Posted on: May 20, 2013

FMFD Team-Up with Area Fire Depts, TX Drowning Prevention Alliance to Save Lives

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With beautiful Grapevine Lake as the backdrop, Texas Drowning Prevention Alliance representatives, along with Flower Mound, Grapevine, and Hurst Fire personnel, will be reminding residents of the importance of staying safe... Read on...

Posted on: May 16, 2013

Junior Police Academy Now Accepting Applications

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Students entering eighth-grade in the fall are invited to be a part of the exciting Flower Mound Police Department Junior Police Academy this summer. While attending, participants will hear a variety of presentations on drug... Read on...

Posted on: May 15, 2013

Town Celebrates Canyon Falls Groundbreaking

Canyon Falls

On May 14, the Town celebrated the groundbreaking of Canyon Falls, a 1200-acre community located at the northwest corner of FM 1171 and U.S. 377. The property is planned for residential homes in addition to shopping and... Read on...

Posted on: May 7, 2013

Fort Wildflower Has Reopened with New Play Surface

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The Flower Mound Parks and Recreation Division is proud to announce the reopening of the Fort Wildflower playground at Heritage Park. A new rubberized fall surface has been installed and the playground is now ready to be... Read on...

Posted on: May 7, 2013

Town Giving Away Free Mosquito Dunks to Residents

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To further reduce the mosquito population, the Town of Flower Mound is giving away mosquito larvicide or “dunks” to Flower Mound residents who would like to begin a personal mosquito-control program. “Dunks” are small... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2013

Town Observes Public Works Week May 19 - 25

Public Works Week

During the May 6 Town Council meeting, Flower Mound Mayor Tom Hayden proclaimed May 19 – 25 as National Public Works Week to emphasize the importance and contribution of Public Works in our daily lives. Ken Parr, Executive... Read on...

Posted on: May 6, 2013

Hospital Safety Fair to Help Residents Stay Away from Danger

The Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Flower Mound, 4400 Long Prairie Road, will host a free Community Safety Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 15. The safety fair will have information on swim, bicycle, and... Read on...

Posted on: May 2, 2013

ATMOS Devotes Additional Resources to Monitor Flower Mound Pipeline

After negotiations between the Town of Flower Mound and ATMOS Energy, ATMOS has recently agreed to classify the entire section of pipeline extending through the Town as a “High Consequence Area” (HCA). Approximately 8.7 of... Read on...

Posted on: May 2, 2013

FMPD Launches CrimeReports™ to Provide Community with Near Real Time Crime Data

The Flower Mound Police Department has partnered with PublicEngines to implement a powerful new online tool called CrimeReports™ to provide timely crime data to our community. This service will also assist our crime... Read on...

FMPD Crime Reports Page
Posted on: May 9, 2013

Bonsai Styling Returns to the Library

The Flower Mound Public Library will host “Bonsai Styling II,” a follow-up to the previously held “Bonsai Basics” program, at 1 p.m. on June 22 at the Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane. Fort Worth Bonsai Society members Bruce... Read on...

Posted on: May 3, 2013

Flower Mound’s Purple Coneflower Trail Has New Amenities for the Whole Family

The Flower Mound Parks and Recreation Division completed the Purple Coneflower Trail amenities project. The project is a combination of three trailheads that extend through the southern portion of the Town. The trailheads... Read on...

Posted on: April 29, 2013

Flower Mound Solicitors Need Permit

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The Flower Mound Police Department would like to remind residents that as the weather warms up, citizens may experience an increase in door-to-door sales people. If you encounter a solicitor at your door, they must have a... Read on...

Posted on: April 25, 2013

Town Officials, Business Leaders Celebrate Beginning of Construction at Lakeside DFW

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Marking the beginning of construction on the Town’s first mixed-use development, Realty Capital Management representatives along with Flower Mound officials participated in a special groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday evening... Read on...

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Posted on: April 2, 2013

Town to Launch Enhanced, Time-Saving Permitting Software

On April 30, the Town will launch enhanced permitting software that will allow residents, contractors, and businesses to apply for certain permits and projects online, schedule all inspections online, and make online... Read on...

Posted on: April 24, 2013

FMFD to Assist West

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As part of the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS), the Flower Mound Fire Department has been requested to provide fire and emergency medical services coverage for the Town of West for up to one week. The FMFD... Read on...

Posted on: April 25, 2013

Search Underway for Town’s Best National Anthem Performer

Would you like to perform in front of more than 15,000 people on July Fourth? The Flower Mound Parks and Recreation Division invites Flower Mound residents to showcase their vocal talent by posting a 30-second video to the... Read on...

Posted on: April 25, 2013

Tree Program Recognizes Importance of Trees and the People Who Care For Them

Do you own or know of a tree located in Flower Mound that deserves recognition? Flower Mound Environmental Services has created a Tree Recognition Program to honor special trees throughout the Town, and is encouraging... Read on...

Posted on: April 22, 2013

Exeter to Build Two New Buildings in Flourishing Lakeside Business District

Adding an estimated $18 million to the Flower Mound tax base, Exeter Property Group is set to build two new buildings in the Lakeside Business District totaling approximately 580,000 square feet. The development is also... Read on...

Posted on: April 19, 2013

Town Launches Municipal Management District Informational Webpage

To help keep the community informed, the Town of Flower Mound has launched an informational webpage regarding the proposed River Walk Municipal Management District (MMD). At the request of Centurian American Acquisitions,... Read on...

Municipal Management District Info Webpage
Posted on: April 19, 2013

Lakeside Business District Signs New Tenant

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Further proof the Town’s Lakeside Business District is ideally located, Atlanta-based Oakmont Industrial Group’s Lakeside Commerce Center Phase III has already found a tenant that will occupy half of the project’s first... Read on...

Posted on: April 23, 2013

Flower Mound Continues Mandatory and Voluntary Water Restrictions to Protect Natural Resources

With warm temperatures approaching, North Texans have begun taking measures to protect water supplies, our most precious natural resource, and have enacted the following water conservation measures through October 1:
... Read on...

Posted on: April 12, 2013

Letter from the Town Manager Regarding the Riverwalk Development

Residents are encouraged to read the following letter from Town Manager Jimmy Stathatos about the Riverwalk Development...

Letter to the Community
Posted on: April 3, 2013

Residents Invited to April 18 Town Council Work Session, Informative ATMOS Easement Webpage Created

In an effort to hear from all residents who would like to speak about the ATMOS Energy easement, there will be a public participation portion of the Town Council work session scheduled for 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 18.... Read on...

ATMOS Energy Easement webpage
Posted on: March 28, 2013

Council Member Levenick Testifies Against HB 1496 in Austin

In an effort to fight legislation that would negatively affect Flower Mound, Town Council Member Jean Levenick and Town Manager Jimmy Stathatos traveled to Austin to participate in a public hearing for House Bill 1496 before... Read on...

Video of Councilwoman Levenick Testifying
Posted on: April 19, 2013

Search Tool Expands Resources at Library

Need help finding a job, conducting market research, or finding sales leads? The Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, has the perfect tool for the job: ReferenceUSA, the leading provider of business and consumer... Read on...

Posted on: March 22, 2013

FMPD Installs Medication Drop Box, Helps Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse

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The Flower Mound Police Department recently installed a permanent medication drop box in the lobby of the Police Department, located at 4150 Kirkpatrick Lane. The new medication drop box provides the community with a... Read on...

Posted on: March 21, 2013

Flower Mound, Keep Flower Mound Beautiful, Local Business Partner to ‘Lend a Hand’ to Local Veteran

In an effort to provide assistance for community members in need, Heritage Health Solutions, Inc., a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business, presented a check to a Flower Mound disabled veteran and his family during the... Read on...

Posted on: March 28, 2013

Town Begins 2013 Fight Against West Nile

In 2012 Flower Mound recorded an unprecedented amount of West Nile cases in the community. The Flower Mound Environmental Services department is providing residents with the information needed to help protect their family... Read on...

Posted on: February 27, 2013

Denton County Announces Funding for FM 2499 Extension

Denton County and the Town of Flower Mound are pleased to announce that the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) in partnership with Denton County and the Regional Transportation Council (RTC) has funded the extension... Read on...

Informative TxDOT Video About Project
Posted on: March 19, 2013

Solar-Powered Compactors Installed in Recreational Facilities

The Town of Flower Mound recently installed 22 Big Belly solar-powered recycling compactors at Town recreational facilities where no recycling opportunities existed, including Bakersfield Park, Chinn Chapel Soccer Complex,... Read on...

Posted on: February 12, 2013

Town Creates Informative Video Regarding Denton County’s Future Water Supply

In an effort to provide information to Denton County residents regarding the proposed Lake Ralph Hall and how it will drastically affect water rates, the Town of Flower Mound recently produced an informative video. The... Read on...

Our Future Water Supply and What It Means To You
Posted on: March 12, 2013

Town Unveils Opportunities for 2013 Independence Fest Sponsorships, Vendors, and Exhibitors

Flower Mound is inviting sponsors, vendors, and exhibitors to partner with the Town to support the 2013 Independence Fest on July 4 at Bakersfield Park. The event will feature several live music performances including Rick... Read on...

Posted on: February 19, 2013

Town of Flower Mound Named 31st Safest City in America

Based upon 2011 FBI data and population figures, the Town of Flower Mound has been named the 31st Safest City by NeighborhoodScout. NeighborhoodScout is a real estate resource for prospective homebuyers looking for desirable... Read on...

Posted on: November 27, 2012

Twin Coves Park 2013 Passes Now Available

The Town of Flower Mound will begin selling 2013 passes for Twin Coves Park on December 3. Annual Passes can be purchased during normal business hours, (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at the Parks and Recreation... Read on...

Posted on: October 2, 2012

2012-2013 Flower Mound Water Rate Information

In response to rising wholesale water costs, Flower Mound is implementing a rate adjustment that will allow the Town to continue providing residents with a clean, safe, and reliable water supply and wastewater service, while... Read on...

Posted on: October 3, 2012

FMPD Calls for Additional School Crossing Guards

The Town of Flower Mound is in need of additional school crossing guards to serve Flower Mound students for the 2012-2013 school year. School crossing guards assist children in crossing the street by regulating vehicular... Read on...

Posted on: September 7, 2012

Waste Management Trash Service Rate Increase

Waste Management’s rates for trash collection services in Flower Mound will increase 2.2 percent, effective October 1, 2012 for the annual CPI adjustment. Residential rates will increase an additional $0.16 for the annual... Read on...

Posted on: September 13, 2012

Town Begins Residential Rehabilitation Program for Qualifying Residents October 1

The Town of Flower Mound will begin a Residential Rehabilitation Program on October 1 to assist low- and moderate-income homeowners in Flower Mound with the rehabilitation of their single-family, owner-occupied houses... Read on...

Posted on: August 21, 2012

CNN Money Magazine Selects Flower Mound for ‘Best Places to Live’ and ‘Top Earning Towns’ Lists

Citing infrastructure improvements and economic development, CNN Money Magazine recently ranked Flower Mound No. 32 on the Top 100 “Best Places to Live.” The Town was one of five Texas municipalities to be chosen for the... Read on...

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Posted on: August 24, 2012

Town Wins 12th Consecutive Procurement Award

The Flower Mound Purchasing Division was recently recognized with the 2012 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute, one of 38 governmental agencies in Texas and one of only 54... Read on...


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Posted on: May 1, 2013

ReferenceUSA Public Demonstration

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Join us for a demonstration of ReferenceUSA, the premier online research and reference tool available for free to library cardholders. An Infogroup representative will explain how to use this database to find sales leads,... Read on...

Posted on: May 7, 2013

Library to host Bonsai Styling II Program

The Flower Mound Public Library will host the program “Bonsai Styling II” at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. This program is a follow-up to “Bonsai Styling,” recently presented at the Library, and is a hands-on session for... Read on...




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