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City Of Greenville

2821 Washington Street
903-457-3116

Vision Statement

The Vision of the City of Greenville is to build on our hometown values and rich heritage as a diverse community, by providing cost-effective, quality services to create an enjoyable, vibrant place where families and businesses choose to live, grow and prosper.

Values and Goals

The Guiding Values are:

-Promote Quality Education
-Provide a Safe Community
-Promote Economic Vitality & Create a Sustainable Community
-Become a Destination for Visitors, Residents & Businesses
-Promote Family Values
-Effectively Manage City Operations

The Goals established by the City Council are:

-Goal 1 - Lower the Ad Valorem Tax Rate
-Goal 2 - Focus on Quality of Life Issues
-Goal 3 - Improve Appearance of the Community
-Goal 4 - Pursue Greater Public Safety
-Goal 5 - Achieve Significant Progress on City Infrastructure
-Goal 6 - Promote Economic Growth
-Goal 7 - Communicate to Community that City Council is Unified in its Efforts

Recent News

City Of Greenville - Achievement Of Library Excellence Award

The W. Walworth Harrison Public Library in Greenville, Texas has received the 2022 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA). TMLDA is an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League. Each…

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City Of Greenville News - Public Information

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City Of Greenville News : Fire

GREENVILLE: On January 19, 2023, at approximately 6:30 a.m. the Greenville Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 1207 Wesley Street. Upon arrival, fire crews found heavy fire and smoke conditions emanating from the roof and front…

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City Of Greenville News - Caleb Shreve To Serve As New Main Street Manager

CALEB SHREVE TO SERVE AS NEW MAIN STREET MANAGER City Manager Summer Spurlock has announced the hiring of Caleb Shreve as the new Main Street Manager. The appointment follows the retirement earlier this year of former manager Doyle Dick. Caleb…

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City Of Greenville News Notice Of Intent

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City Of Greenville News : COVID-19 Information

Find links to guidance and information on all topics related to COVID-19, including the COVID-19 vaccine, symptom self-check, data, and other topics. COVID-19…

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City Of Greenville News : Waste Connection-Holiday Service

Christmas Monday-Closed Tuesday-Tuesday Greenville trash and bulk Wednesday-Wednesday Greenville trash and bulk Thursday-Thursday Greenville trash and Bulk since we will not run on Monday bulk this will be collected on Thursday.…

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City Of Greenville News : Reality-Based Training

GREENVILLE: The Greenville Police Department, Greenville Fire Department, and other agencies will be conducting reality-based training exercises in and around the Houston Education Center, 3923 Henry Street, between December 5, 2022, through…

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City Of Greenville News - November 29, 2022

GREENVILLE: On November 22, 2022, at approximately 11:13 p.m. Greenville Police Officers responded to a call in the 2100 block of Henry Street in reference to a deceased person. Officers arrived and found a deceased 17-year-old white female at the…

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City Of Greenville : Parade Of Lights And Watch Party

The annual downtown Christmas Parade will be Friday, December 2, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Parks and Recreation Department will host a parade watch beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building located at 2821 Washington Street. Scheduled…

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City Of Greenville News– City Seeks Applicants For Board Of Development Vacancies

GREENVILLE: The City Council is currently accepting applications until Wednesday, October 19, 2022, from persons interested in serving on the Greenville Board of Development. The Board of Development was chartered by the City Council in 1941 to…

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City Of Greenville News National Night Out Locations Have Been Set For October 4, 2022

GREENVILLE: National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the…

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City Of Greenville : W. Walworth Harrison Public Library Received Accreditation For SFY 2023

The City of Greenville’s W. Walworth Harrison Public Library has received accreditation for SFY 2023 from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). TSLAC has accredited libraries since 1971. Public libraries can receive…

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City Of Greenville News – Water And Wastewater Utility Rate Change

GREENVILLE: The City recently hired NewGen Strategies & Solutions to perform a cost-of-service study and rate analysis for the water and wastewater utility funds. The findings of this study identified that an increase in water and wastewater…

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City Of Greenville Presents Check To PCC To Fund Key Training Partnership

City of Greenville representatives presented a $20,000-check to Pitt Community College President Lawrence L. Rouse Thursday to fund an educational partnership that’s been helping local residents in financial need learn skills that lead to…

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City Of Greenville Police Department Begins Planning 2022 National Night Out

The City of Greenville and the Greenville Police Department are looking for individuals interested in hosting neighborhood gatherings for National Night Out – Texas. Wonder what National Night Out is? National Night Out is an annual…

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Applications Being Accepted For Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding

The City of Greenville is accepting applications from organizations requesting funding for programs and activities supported by the Municipal Hotel Occupancy Tax for FY 2022-2023. The deadline for applying for funding is 5 PM on September 15, 2022.…

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City Of Greenville News - Multi-Purpose Athletic Recreation Facility Survey

Multi-Purpose Athletic Recreation Facility Survey The City of Greenville is surveying the community and region about the need for a regional multi-purpose indoor athletic/recreation facility. Thank you for taking the time to fill out this survey and…

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City Of Greenville Fire-Rescue Now Taking Applications For Fall Citizen’s Fire Academy

Greenville Fire-Rescue (GFR) will be hosting the 10th session of its popular Citizen’s Fire Academy beginning September 8th. The purpose of the 12-week class is to educate citizens about fire and emergency services, providing them with an…

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City of Greenville News - Chief Christopher Smith Change of Command 2022

Greenville, TX - On August 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., the Greenville Police Department will be holding a Change of Command Ceremony to honor the appointment of Christopher Smith as the new Chief of Police. The ceremony will be held at the Fletcher…

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City Of Greenville News Mosquitos Test Positive For West Nile

GREENVILLE: Trapped mosquitos, in the area of Arnold Park, tested positive for West Nile Virus. Trucks will begin spraying at dusk for approximately two to three hours, Wednesday, July 27, Thursday, July 28, and Friday, July 29, weather…

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City Of Greenville Monthly Status Report - July 25, 2022

Monthly Status Report
Status report updates on numerous departments.
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City Of Greenville News – Chillin’ For Charity

GREENVILLE: Downtown Greenville will be Chillin’ for Charity from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 30. Participating businesses will hand out popsicles or water to keep you cool while you shop, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the…

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City Of Greenville News Greenville Downtown Design Studio On Saturday, July 16

The City of Greenville wants to hear from residents, employees, visitors, and other stakeholders about Downtown and what it could be in the future. Feedback on what should be preserved, what should be changed, and what the Vision of the Downtown…

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City Of Greenville News Mosquitos Test Positive For West Nile

GREENVILLE: Trapped mosquitos, in the area of Arnold Park, tested positive for West Nile Virus. Trucks will begin spraying at dusk for approximately two to three hours, Wednesday, June 29, Thursday, June 30, and Friday, July 1, weather permitting.…

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City Of Greenville News - City Appoints Police Chief

PRESS RELEASE – CITY APPOINTS POLICE CHIEF GREENVILLE: The City of Greenville has hired Christopher Smith as Police Chief. He began his career in law enforcement in 1989 as a Detention Officer and has worked for the Dallas County…

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City Of Greenville News - Micah Mcbay To Serve As New Venue And Tourism Manager

PRESS RELEASE – MICAH MCBAY TO SERVE AS NEW VENUE AND TOURISM MANAGER GREENVILLE: City Manager Summer Spurlock has announced the hiring of Micah McBay as the new Venue and Tourism Manager. The appointment follows the retirement earlier this…

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