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Do you have a question about City Government? Have you ever wondered why we do what we do, or even how we do what we do? This is your opportunity to find out! - Mayor Hal Richards
Submit a question to the Mayor or City Staff regarding City of Terrell business on the Ask the Mayor form. We will post questions and answers on this page.
This is a service provided for Terrell residents and businesses only. We look forward to your questions!
| Date | Question and Answers |
| 1/2012 | Q. - Can There be a skate park
built? We really need one. it would be more convenient than to drive
to another town.
Answer - A skate park would be great but the City of Terrell does not currently have plans to build one. Read More |
| 12/2011 | Q. - When is the City going to trim some of the trees in our area so we can get our motorhome down the road . . .Read More
Answer - Property owners are primarily responsible for maintaining trees and landscaping so that it does not become a traffic or pedestrian hazard. . .Read More |
| 12/2011 | Q. - Is it hard being the mayor? I've been praying for our country. I hope you've been doing well. Merry Christmas. - KB age 6 Answer - Thank you for wishing me a Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas right back to you and your family. . .Read More |
| 12/2011 | Q. - Mr. Mayor, I think it
would be a great idea to have the parade in the evening. That way
you could see the lights all lit up. Answer - Thank you for your suggestion about the parade.
The Terrell Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitors’ Bureau organizes the parade. I will forward your suggestion to them. |
| 12/2011 | Q. - I am really concerned about these products called "Herbal Incense," the legal K2. My 16 yr old son was allowed to purchase some through Hippie Express and ended up in a Dallas Hospital. . .Read More
Answer - First, let me express my regret that your son became ill from exposure to the product he purchased. I hope he has fully recovered and can now see the danger in such situations.
As you noted, enforcing laws against these dangerous products is made difficult. . .Read More |
| 11/2011 | Q. - What is being built on
airport road by Autozone? Answer - Thanks for your inquiry. Read More
Quoting from an article in the Terrell Tribune:
Maines Paper & Food Service Inc. . .broke ground Friday on a distribution center in Terrell. . .Read More |
| 10/2011 |
Q. - My front yard has been dug up for nearly a month. I need it to be repaired. . .Read More Answer - One thing that is consistent about underground utility construction is that it always takes a lot of time and makes a big mess. What the City Council and our City staff are doing is a major replacement of underground utilities that are just too old to provide good service. . .Read More |
| 8/2011 | Q. - I am an Iraq veteran with many awards and accomplishments. How would I go about getting involved in Terrell law enforcement? . . .Read More
Answer - To be qualified for application to the Terrell Police Department a person must be 21-44 years old and must be a high school graduate or have GED +12 hours of college credit. There are a number of other eligibility requirements . . .Read More |
| 8/2011 | Q. - Do you think that Terrell will get a Super Target or a Target?
Answer - There are two large properties in Terrell that are being considered for a large regional retail development. . .Read More |
| 8/2011 | Q. - Is the new water tower complete?. . .Read More
Answer - The height of the tank makes it difficult to see the top, but it is in place. . .Read More |
| 8/2011 | Q. - What can I do as a citizen to start some sort of action to make our restaurants smoke free?. . .Read More
Answer - At the time you submitted your question, I was carefully following bills in the Texas Legislature that seemed likely to pass. These bills banned smoking in most public places including restaurants. . .Read More |
| 6/2011 | Q. - Why do we have a garage sale sign ordinance? As tax payers we are paying an employee to drive around removing signs. . .Read More
Answer - Virtually all cities regulate garage sales as part of an effort to limit business activity and traffic in residential neighborhoods.
The garage sale signs are regulated by our sign ordinance. . . Read More |
| 2/2011 | Q. - Are you allowed to raise chickens in your backyard if you live within the city limits of Terrell? . . .Read More
Answer - According to the City of Terrell Ordinance, titled Animal Control. . .Read More |
| 2/2011 | Q. - Do you think there will be any future plans to add a nice landscaped city entrance sign on all entrances coming into our city? . . . Read More
Answer - There is currently an entry sign under construction at the intersection of US80 and Highway 205. . .Read More |
| 2/2011 | Q. - I greatly admire Chuck Norris. I understand he may have been a reserve or an actual police officer in Terrell. . . Read More
Answser - There is no record that Chuck Norris was ever a Terrell Police Officer in any capacity. . .Read More |
| 1/2011 | Q. - Obviously the state considers Colquitt Rd. and Hwy 205 busy enough to place traffic lights at that intersection, so why can't Colquitt Rd be resurfaced? Read More
Answer - One of the decisions made by the Council this year and for next year was to not increase taxes and to reduce expenditures to match our reduced forecast revenue. . .Funds for the needed major repairs on Colquitt are probably not going to be available. . .Read More |
| 1/2011 | Q. - Must a candidate for a vacant city council seat reside in the district for the seat they are running for?
Answer - Yes. A candidate for a council district seat must reside in that district. . .Read More |
| 1/2011 | Q. - I would like to know why I pay the same amount in sewer fees as a family of 10 . . .Read More
Answer - The City does not measure your sewer
discharge. Your sewer billing volume is estimated based on fresh
water usage in December, January, and February. . .Read
More |
| 1/2011 | Q. - I wanted to know if there is any plan to have the road fixed on old Hwy 80 in the turning lane of the side entrance of the Walmart. . . Read More
Answer - US 80 is maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation. Citizens can contact the TxDot office in Kaufman any time they observe a problem such as the one you pointed out. . . Read More
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| 1/2011 | Q. - Does Terrell have a collection point for E-Waste? If not, does local trash collector accept curb side disposal of E-Waste?
Answer - The City of Terrell does not operate an electronic recycling program. We do, however, have a vital and active non-profit recycling program. . .Read More |
| 12/2010 | Q. - Is there a noise ordinance
within the city limits of Terrell? We have a major problem in our
neighborhood. Answer - The City of Terrell has Noise Ordinance, #2139. Generally, noise created by persons or animals in excess of 85 decibels at a distance of 50 ft. from the source’s property line is a violation, “particularly” including loud music. . . Read More |
| 12/2010 | Q. - Does the City have a health inspector? Some one that inspects unhealthy situations to get them corrected. I have a garbage dump in my front door. . .Read More
Answer - The City contracts with an individual qualified as a health inspector. His duties involve . . .Read More |
| 10/2010 | Q. - I have noticed a lot of big blue pipe around the area. What’s this pipe for?
Answer - NTWSD is in the completion stage of a large state-of–the–art plant that will supply Lake Tawakoni water to Terrell. . . Read More |
Archives |
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| Topic | Question and Answer |
| Building Permits | Q - What work can I do inside my home without having to apply for a permit? Answer |
| City Appearance | Q. - My daughter, KJ, and I took a book of pictures to the Mayor's office many weeks ago. I have been teaching KJ the value of community. Answer
Q. - There is a vacant house with grass more than knee high. How do we report this to Code Enforcement? Answer
Q - Is there a way that the city can pass an ordinance on non-working vehicle parked in front of their home? Answer
Q - I recently moved back to Terrell after 30 years. I am amazed as to how the residential areas have deteriorated. What happened and how can this be resolved? Answer |
| City Hall | Q. - How do I go about trying to get a city ordinance changed or modified? Answer
Q.- Why does the City of Terrell not fly the American Flag outside city hall? Answer |
| City Newsletter | Q - Can the minutes of the Council meetings and agendas be included in that newsletter? Answer
Q. - Comments on City Newsletter. Answer
Q. - How can we learn more about new businesses in Terrell? Answer |
| City Ordinances | Q. - What city ordinance covers the restrictions and requirements for garage & yard sales? Answer
Q. - When we asked people not to pick up the pecans in front of our house, they claimed that we did not own that property. Answer
Q. - What is it going to take to get a city ordinance passed to require all pawn shops and the like registered with law enforcement. Answer
Q. - Does Terrell have a city ordinance regarding leaving an animal unattended in a hot vehicle? Answer
Q. - Do I need a permit to have a garage sale at my home? Answer
Q. - I was told that the alley ways are for city and utility use only. Why were my neighbors cited for the overgrown weeds? Answer |
| City Services | Q. - Will the police officers ever get a new police department? Answer
Q. - The city's website states that the pool has family swim Fridays and Sundays from 3-6. I showed up with my family to a sign hanging stating closed on Sundays to the public. Answer
Q. - What are the chances of getting Wi Fi Internet service in Terrell? Answer |
| Clean-ups | Q. - How do we get the storm debris removed from our street? Answer |
| Crime | Q. - My house was recently robbed on 11-16-08. . . Answer
Q. - I saw recent reports on WFAA-TV Channel 8 News regarding a robbery spree of area convenience stores in Terrell. Answer
Q. - What is being done to stop the the increasing number of break-ins of homes and businesses? Answer
Q - Our neighborhood has experienced a rash of thefts.What can we do to get a curfew imposed? Answer |
| Development | Q. - With the Trans Texas Corridor gaining some steam. . .what is Terrell doing in order to keep this out of our back yard? |
| Downtown | Q. - Are there any future plans to make the downtown area into an arts district? Answer |
| Emergencies | Q. - When you call 911 for assistance, the fire department arrives before the ambulance. Answer
Q - Who is in charge of Emergency Management or homeland security in case of evacuations, etc.? Answer |
| Employment | Q. - Are
there any jobs in Terrell for a 15 year old?
Q. - I have applied for several job openings with the City. To date I have not been contacted. Answer
Q - I am interested in working for the City of Terrell, part time, in any capacity. Answer |
| Illegal Immigrants | Q. - In your response to the illegals in Terrell, you stated that, It's a federal law you should leave it up to them.... But so is drugs, so does that mean you will not enforce those issues? Answer
Q. - Has the city addressed the subject of illegal immigrants? Answer
Q. - I too am concerned about the growing number of illegal immigrants. Answer
Q - What is Terrell doing about all the illegals here? Answer |
| Improvements | Q - Just wanted to make a note that I can really start to see huge improvements around town and I want to thank the Mayor, City Council, and staff. Having worked for the city for years I know the work and dedication that it takes by all members and I want you all to know it is not going un-noticed. Thanks again for all of your hard work. |
| Parks | Q. - There is a city lake called Terrell City Lake. but I cannot find any access to it . . . Is there a way that the citizens of Terrell can get to the lake to fish? Answer
Q. - With the tremendous numbers of kids of all ages who play soccer, why doesn't the City explore grants or financing for lights around the soccer fields. Answer
Q. - My concern is the new baseball complex. Answer
Q. - There are 8 lights out on the walking path at the city park and around the pavilion area. Answer |
| Parking |
Q - I am wondering what one would do to get a "handicap" marker for myself. I'm told it is up to the city. I need one and live at the Terrell Senior Citizens Terraces. Thanks. Answer
Q. - Every time I go to the laundromat, grocery stores, etc. there are cars parked in the handicapped spots. Answer
Q - One of the problems, in my opinion, for the downtown area is lack of parking!!! . . .Is is not feasible to build a parking garage? Answer
Q - Would a multi-level parking facility be feasible? Answer |
| Rental Property | Q. - Annually, someone from City Hall makes an inspection of rentals in the city. The last time I saw them they told me to call if I had any questions etc. I don't remember what department they are in or what number I would call. Can you help? Answer
Q. - I would like to know what can be done to help and protect single families when landlords are not doing thier part . Answer
Q. - I called to report a substandard rent house across the street from my home. I am concerned about the ordinance regarding rental properties. Answer |
| Safety | Q. - Hi, I am new to Terrell and I was just wondering what to do when I hear gunfire. Answer
Q. - A house in my neighborhood has a built in pool that has never had a fence around it. I was under the impression at least a 4’ fence has to protect children from falling in that pool. Answer
Q. - What are the current ordinances regarding carbon monoxide detectors in homes and businesses in Terrell? Answer |
| Sanctuary | Q - I am seeing an increasingly amount of hispanics in the Great City of Terrell. Is Terrell considered a "sanctuary city"? Answer |
| Streets & Traffic | Q. - The new one way streets off Hwy 80 in the business district caught me by surprise the first time I was over there Friday 8/27. What caught me more by surprise was that I was issued a citation. Answer
Q. - Why is there no "Jones Street" sign at N Rockwall and Jones? Answer
Q. - I am a new resident on Samuels Rd. I would like to know when the Samuels Rd. and Cr 233 will be paved with blacktop tar. Answer
Q. - When will the streets in Terrell be repaved? Answer
Q. - There are no speed limit signs on the new Highway 34 extension. Answer
Q. - Why, ever since the camera was installed at Hwy 205 and 80, is the light cycle off so often? Answer
Q. - Are the companies that run the red light program in Terrell licensed in all aspects by Texas law that you are aware of? . . .Answer
Q. - I have reported the street lights out on 2578 from Hwy 34 to the Bridge Crossing Interstate 20 . . . Answer
Q - Why don't we put a stoplight at the intersection of 205 and Colquitt? . . . Answer
Q - Recently I was traveling on CR 305. I was unaware that this road is impassable to all but the most hardy 4-wheel drive. Answer
Q - Among
several others, I daily walk my dog along Windsor Avenue between
Rockwall and FM 2578. While there are no sidewalks . . .Answer Q. - How can I get a pothole fixed? Answer
Q - Why was the issue of red light cameras not presented to the citizens? Answer |
| Taxes | Q. Does the City of Terrell allowed a property tax cap for seniors age 65. Answer
Q. - I am fairly new to the city of Terrell at just a little over two years. I have noticed that the property taxes seems a little on the high side. Answer
Q. - I would like to know if you intend to raise the city's tax rate. Answer Q. - On my most current tax statement there was an indication that city taxes were reduced by sales. What does this mean? Answer |
| Utilities | Q. - I know this is not the city's responsibility, but maybe you can refer me to the proper authority. Can the trees around power lines be trimmed? Answer
Q. - How can we get another cable company in Terrell. Other companies have better promotions than Suddenlink. Answer |
| Volunteers | Q. - You came to our co-op yesterday and told us all about the things you do as Mayor. You briefly said something about volunteer work that someone could do to help at city hall. Answer
Q - I am looking to offer a helping hand to those elderly in need. . . .However I don't know how to go about finding those that truly need help. Answer |
| Website | Q - Why isn't SWCC listed on your list of sites in Terrell? Answer |
| Other | Q. - Now that the census is through how much has our city grown and will you be putting up new signs showing our population? Answer
Q. - With the problems of the item called "K2", what will the Terrell City Council do in regards to banning this problem? Answer
Q. - How do I obtain information regarding the new memorial for veterans? Who do we contact concerning buying bricks? Answer
Q. -
When will you have the next election for wine & liquor?
Answer Q. - How do I locate the property owner and status for property I lived on with my parents as a child?
Answer - The County Clerk in Kaufman has all of the property records. The Kaufman County Appraisal Office in Kaufman may also be able to help. |
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City of Terrell business on the Ask the Mayor form.
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