City of Waxahachie - Official Municipal Page

UPDATE: The water is now back on at Chiles Street following the test kill.

WATER SHUT OFF!! 💧 The Water Distribution and Collections Department will implement the following water shut-offs:

💧 An immediate water shut-off on the 100 block of Myrtle will occur due to an emergency water leak. Water will be turned on once the leak is repaired.
💧 A "test kill" will be performed on Chiles Street beginning at 9am, today, Monday, July 22. This test will take approximately 30 minutes.

We appreciate your patience as we complete these repairs. For questions regarding these water shut-offs, please contact Alvin Henson at the Utilities Department at 972-740-6163.

SEASONAL SPOTLIGHT!! 🍅 This week, we're thrilled to announce that delicious tomatoes are in peak season and ready for you at the Farmers Market! Come savor the taste of summer with fresh, locally-grown produce!

📌 701 Howard Road
⏰ Every Saturday from 8am to 1pm

For more information, please call the Downtown Development at 469-309-4111.

POOL CLOSED The Lee Pen Park Pool will be closed on Sunday, July 21, for maintenance. It will reopen on Tuesday, July 23, at 10:30 a.m.

ROAD CLOSURE!! 🚧 Beginning Monday, July 22, contractors for Ellis County will be replacing air conditioning units on the roof of the Ellis County Jail. As a result, the intersection of S. Jackson Street and E. Madison Street will be closed to all traffic until the work is completed.

🚧 Please use alternate routes and follow all road signs. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Public Works at 469-309-4300.

ROAD CLOSURE!! 🚧 The Water Distribution and Collections Department will implement a road closure for the 400 Block of Briggs St. to replace two water services.

This closure will take place between Penn St. and E. Ross, on Tuesday, July 23 for most of the day.

📞 For questions regarding this road closure, please contact Alvin Henson at the Utilities Department at 972-740-6163.

LET'S DISCO!! 🕺 Get ready to boogie down at Neon Disco Night at Railyard Park tomorrow, Saturday, July 20 at 6 pm!

🎤Kick off the night with a free concert by Disco Queen, whose soulful beats and glittering tunes will have you hustling under the disco ball. Then, keep the party rockin' with Members Only, delivering all your favorite 80s jams that will make you wanna moonwalk and breakdance like it's 1984.

For more information, please contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau at 469-309-4040.

ANNOUNCEMENT!! 🚨 Matthew's Splash Pad is closed through tomorrow morning as crews work to repair a water leak.

Thank you for your patience as we complete these repairs. For additional information, please contact the Parks Department at 469-309-4270.

SATURDAY MORNING FITNESS!! ☀️💪 Join Crossfit Waxahachie tomorrow, Saturday, July 20, at 8 am at Railyard Park for Saturday Morning Fitness! This class is FREE and is appropriate for any fitness level. Bring water and a towel!

📸 Credit: Crossfit Waxahachie

CALL FOR VENDORS!! 📣 Are you interested in becoming a vendor at the Farmers Market for the winter season? Attend the new vendor meeting on Wednesday, August 28, at 5:30 pm! The winter market begins Saturday, November 2, 2024, through March 29, 2025.

📌The meeting will be held at the Charles Beatty Municipal Services Building at 408 S. Rogers, in the Mean Green Conference Room.

📞 For more information, please contact the Downtown Department at 469-309-4111.

WATER CHAT!! 💧 This summer, help conserve Waxahachie's water by checking out these indoor water-saving tips:

💧 Look for the WaterSense label. Products with this seal are designed to be 20% more efficient.
💧 Test your toilet, sinks and showers for leaks.
💧 Sign up for the EyeOnWater app to monitor your water usage and see if you are losing water to leaks.

🔗To access the EyeOnWater app, residents can visit https://EyeOnWater.com/signup to create an online account.

ANNOUNCEMENT!! 📣 Lee Penn Park Pool will have a delayed opening today, Thursday, July 18, due to a power outage that caused the filter not to run overnight. The pool will be opening at 12:00 pm.

Thank you for your patience as we prepare the pool for swimmers. Click https://www.waxahachie.com/news_detail_T6_R411.php to learn more about the pool.

For additional information, please contact the Parks Department at 469-309-4270.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE!! 📚✂️✏️ Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to donate to the Waxahachie Police Department's school supply drive. The supplies will be donated to a local organization to help those in need! Please drop donations off at the Waxahachie Police Department, located at 630 Farley Street.

🔗 For a list of requested items, please visit: https://bit.ly/3xIvqoI

SUMMER FUN!! 💦 Did you know that Lee Penn Park Pool is now open? Come make a splash this summer in Waxahachie!

💧 Hours: Tues. - Sun. 10:30 am - 4:30 pm. (Closed Mondays)
💧 Admission: FREE!
💧 Membership: NONE. This pool is open to everyone.
💧 Address: 506 N. Getzendaner Street
💧 Can you rent the pool for parties: No.
💧 ADA Compliant: Yes. The pool area is wheelchair accessible and the pool is equipped with two ADA-compliant lifts.
💧 Are there lifeguards on duty: Yes!
💧 The pool has a water slide, splash area, and a 4-foot deep swimming pool. There is also a pool house with restrooms, showers, and lockers.

For additional information, please click https://www.waxahachie.com/news_detail_T6_R411.php or
contact the Parks Department at 469-309-4270.

MOSQUITO SPRAY!! 🦟 As a reminder, The City of Waxahachie Animal Services will spray for mosquitoes on Tuesday, July 23, from 9 pm until finished. This date is weather permitting and subject to change.

🦟 For questions regarding mosquito spraying, please call 469-309-4150 or email [email protected].

BLOOD DRIVE!! 🩸 Join us for the Waxahachie Battle of the Badges as the Waxahachie Police Department and Waxahachie Fire-Rescue Department compete to see who can recruit the most blood donors! Supporting Carter Blood Care is another way our first responders serve in our community. Come donate with us!

📆 Saturday, July 27
⏰ 9 am - 2 pm

📌 Police Department Blood Drive: 630 Farley Street
🔗To sign up for the POLICE Department Blood Drive, please click here:
https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/151425

📌 Fire Department Blood Drive: Fire Station 2, located at 1601 Cleaver Rd.
🔗To sign up for the FIRE Department Blood Drive, please click here:
https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/151426

For additional information, please contact Officer Taylor at 469-309-4430 or at [email protected].

APPLY TODAY!! ✒️The Waxahachie City Council encourages all citizens to consider becoming actively involved in City government by serving on a City Board or Commission. Applications must be submitted by July 31, 2024.

🔗 For more information, please call the City Secretary’s office at 469-309-4006. To apply, please visit the following link: https://bit.ly/3pDoX9V

SUMMER HEAT!! 🥵 With temperatures rising this week, follow these tips from the National Weather Service to keep your family safe during excessive heat. Be sure to drink plenty of water and never leave people or pets in a car. Stay cool Waxahachie!

🔗 For additional tips, please visit https://www.weather.gov/wrn/summer-safety.

SHINING STAR!! 🌟 During last night's City Council meeting, Paul Elmore was recognized as the Honorary Councilmember for the month of July!

Mr. Elmore is recognized by his neighbors for his selflessness and willingness to always help a neighbor in need. He has resided in Waxahachie since 2019 and is engaged in local Civic activities. Congrats Mr. Elmore! 👏

BEE THERE!! 🐝 Join Dina from Rolen's Honey Bees at the Farmers Market on Saturday, July 20, at 10 am, as she guides you through the fundamentals of beekeeping and demonstrates how honey gets from the hive to the table. 🍯

🐝 The Farmers Market is open on Saturdays, 8 am - 1 pm, and is located at 701 Howard Road.

🔗 For more information, please contact Downtown Development at 469-309-4111.

WATER SHUT OFF!! 💧 The Water Distribution and Collections Department will have a scheduled water shut-off on Tuesday, July 16 from 9 am - 2 pm for the University Avenue Water Rehab Project. Affected areas include the 100 Block of University Avenue.

📞 For questions regarding this shutoff, please contact Alvin Henson at the Utilities Department at 972-740-6163.

The City Council meeting is tonight at 7:00 pm at the Waxahachie Civic Center, located at 2000 Civic Center Lane. The public meeting will be held in rooms A & B, located on the east side of the building, nearest the main entrance.

To view the agenda or watch live, please visit the following link: https://bit.ly/2SEcAtU

ROAD CLOSURE!! 🚧 Beginning Monday, July 15, contractors for Ellis County will be replacing air conditioning units on the roof of the Ellis County Jail. As a result, the intersection of S. College Street and W. Madison Street will be closed to all traffic until the work is completed.

Please use alternate routes and follow all road signs. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Public Works at 469-309-4300.

CALL FOR VENDORS!! 📣 Are you interested in becoming a vendor at the Farmers Market for the winter season? Attend the new vendor meeting on Wednesday, August 28, at 5:30 pm! The winter market begins Saturday, November 2, 2024, through March 29, 2025.

📌The meeting will be held at the Charles Beatty Municipal Services Building at 408 S. Rogers, in the Mean Green Conference Room.

📞 For more information, please contact the Downtown Department at 469-309-4111.

LET'S GET FIT!! 💪 Join us this Saturday, July 13 at Railyard Park at 8 am for Saturday Morning Fitness with Half Moon Yoga. 🌙 Bring water, a towel, and a mat if you have one. See you there!

WOW!! 💦 Thank you to everyone who braved the heat to join us for the Lee Penn Park Pool Grand Opening this morning! We enjoyed Frios Gourmet Pops and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Waxahachie Chamber! If you haven't already, come check out Lee Penn Park Pool at 506 N. Getzendaner, Tuesday - Sunday, 10:30 am - 4:30 pm.

📷 To view additional photos, please visit https://www.waxahachie.com/photos.

LET'S DISCO!! 🕺 Get ready to boogie down at Neon Disco Night at Railyard Park on Saturday, July 20 at 6 pm!

🎤Kick off the night with a free concert by Disco Queen, whose soulful beats and glittering tunes will have you hustling under the disco ball. Then, keep the party rockin' with Members Only, delivering all your favorite 80s jams that will make you wanna moonwalk and breakdance like it's 1984.

For more information, please contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau at 469-309-4040.

ROAD CLOSURE!! 🚧 TxDOT will implement road closures to conduct seal coat operations on FM875 and US 77 on Saturday, July 13, and Monday, July 15.

🔗 For additional information, please visit www.txdot.gov. To view the Highway Condition Reporting System, please visit www.drivetexas.org.

PARKS & REC MONTH!! 🌳🛝 July is Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The 2024 theme, "Where You Belong," celebrates how parks and recreation foster a sense of belonging by providing welcoming and inclusive programs, essential services for all ages and abilities, and safe, accessible spaces to build meaningful connections. Which Parks and Recreation amenity is your favorite?

GRAND OPENING!! 💦 Please join us for the Lee Penn Park Pool Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony tomorrow, July 12, at 10 am! We hope to see you there!

💦 Located at 506 N. Getzendaner
📞 For more information, please contact Parks & Recreation at 469-309-4270.

Another major General Fund Capital Project was the completion of Fire Station #4 in August 2023. This new facility provides greater coverage for our growing community, especially to the west and south. As always, Public Safety is a top priority for our City leaders, and the addition of this station was essential to ensure adequate coverage and decreased response times.