Garland Celebrates Neighborhood Award Winners

Each year, the City of Garland's Office of Neighborhood Vitality recognizes those who make extraordinary efforts to enhance, revitalize or invest in their neighborhoods. The 2024 Garland Neighborhood Awards were presented at the Pre-Summit Mixer on Nov. 7.

Who's Who in Garland Neighborhoods

The Who's Who in Garland Neighborhoods title is awarded to an individual who is a living example of what a "Good Neighbor" is. Congratulations to Tommy Zapata in the Rustic Oaks Estates neighborhood near Lyons and Guthrie roads in South Garland for his leadership in creating a vibrant and safe community.

Neighborhood Newsletter Competition

Communication among neighbors is vital to strong neighborhoods. Newsletters are great tools to inform, inspire and engage fellow neighbors. Congratulations to Camelot's The Knightly News as the winner of the Neighborhood Newsletter Award, keeping the neighbors near Arapaho and Jupiter Roads informed in 2024 and many other years!

Garland Public Servant Award

The Garland Public Servant Award recognizes a City of Garland employee who exemplifies what it means to be a great public servant, and who goes above and beyond to serve the residents of Garland.

A record number of nominations led the judges to determine that it was necessary to have two awards. Congratulations to Fire Lieutenant Matt Brawner for his commitment to improving Garland and dedication to serving residents. And congratulations to the entire Sanitation Department for their tireless efforts for bulk cleanup after the May storms that impacted residents across the city.

Garland Neighborhood of the Year

Neighborhoods across Garland go the extra mile to create communities that are vibrant, engaged and safe. Congratulations to Firewheel Estates HOA for their efforts in revitalizing their neighborhood north of the Bush Turnpike near Brand Road and North Garland Avenue through community organizing and the Firewheel Estates Patriotic Celebration.

Pictured: Garland Sanitation Department Staff