Fifth & State

Dive Into Summer With Garland Aquatics

In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Aquatics and Athletics Services Manager Samantha Cairy to get Garland ready for summer. They discuss Opening Day for city pools on May 23, the return of Surf & Swim, and how Garland Aquatics keeps the season fun and safe.

City Marshal and Parking Enforcement

In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with City Marshal Judy Granado to discuss the important role the City Marshal’s Office plays in serving Garland. From supporting Municipal Court operations to enforcing neighborhood standards like parking, the department helps keep our community safe, organized and welcoming.

Code Compliance and the Future of Garland

In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz explore how Code Compliance strengthens neighborhood conditions and property values, supports economic development, assists residents and businesses, and helps keep Garland safe, attractive and thriving. Special Guest: Code Compliance Director Brian Morris

Food Inspections and Public Health

How food inspections and environmental health services protect residents every day—and why inspection scores, prevention, and education matter to the entire Garland community.

Grow Garland Bond 2025: Proposition A Year 1 Plan

Helping residents understand what Proposition A of the 2025 Bond Program will deliver in its first year—and how the City is planning, prioritizing, and preparing to move projects forward.