City of Garland

The City of Garland is a municipal government serving the residents of Garland, Texas, the 13th largest city in the state. Located northeast of Dallas, the city's jurisdiction spans Dallas County, with portions extending into Collin and Rockwall counties. It provides the range of services expected of a full-service city administration, among them utility management, public safety, animal services and community development.

Garland's parks and recreation operations form a substantial part of its service portfolio. The city maintains 6 recreation centers, 2 senior centers, 5 park pavilions, 2 swimming pools and 3 splash pads, supporting recreational facilities and programmes for residents across age groups. Public safety and utility services sit alongside these as core municipal functions.

The city describes its purpose as enhancing quality of life for all who live and work in the community, and as creating welcoming spaces for connection, pride and belonging. Garland is a culturally diverse city with history dating back to the 1880s and is recognised as the 'Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas'. Further information on the city's operations and services is published at garlandtx.gov.