News from City of Allen: Friday, June 21, 2013

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June 21, 2013

Allen Mayor Stephen Terrell was recently elected as the president of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Executive Board. Mayor Terrell will head the regional board which is comprised of 13 locally elected officials, and one ex-officio non-voting member of the legislature. NCTCOG serves a 16-county region, including Dallas and Fort Worth, and oversees a variety of regional initiatives. Program areas include community services, emergency preparedness, environment and development, research and information services, transportation, and workforce development. Read more...

Market Street Allen USA Aims to Be Green

Even though Market Street Allen USA is billed as our biggest red, white and blue event of the year - it has also been getting greener over the years. Incorporating green aspects into this event means our actions result in a positive impact on the environment. From cardboard recycling for vendors to compostable serve ware to conveniently located trash receptacles, compost and recycling containers to provide one-stop waste management - together we are making it easy to make all of Market Street Allen USA a Zero Waste Zone!

And remember - Free shuttle service will be available from Allen High School to Celebration Park beginning at 3:30 p.m. Extra buses have been added this year to help attendees park in a hassle free location and enjoy an air conditioned ride to and from Market Street Allen USA.

There is one more chance to win the ultimate VIP Experience to Market Street Allen USA Celebration! Check out the last Summer Sounds concert this Monday and make sure to visit the Parks and Recreation booth for information on how to participate.

TAPS to Provide Transportation Services in Allen

The Regional Transportation Council (RTC) of the North Central Texas of Governments recently approved a plan to ensure public transportation services will continue in Allen and other areas of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Urbanized Area not served by DART. Texoma Area Paratransit Services (TAPS) will be the new transportation provider beginning July 1. The recent RTC action provides a solution for the continuance of services through September 1 with costs funded by the Texas Department of Transportation. This provides time for long-term planning and to identify local costs for ongoing transportation services. Read More...