1. Mr. Casper stated that last week proved that Texas weather changes fast and you don’t want to be caught unaware. Residents can sign up for the Mesquite Alerts and receive real-time updates about emergencies, weather and news pertaining to their neighborhood. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/MesquiteAlerts to learn more and to sign up. Also, he thanked everyone who has donated to the WARM program

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1. Mr. Casper stated that last week proved that Texas weather changes fast and you don’t want to be caught unaware. Residents can sign up for the Mesquite Alerts and receive real-time updates about emergencies, weather and news pertaining to their neighborhood. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/MesquiteAlerts to learn more and to sign up. Also, he thanked everyone who has donated to the WARM program. It made a big difference in helping people last week. WARM is an initiative that provides temporary accommodations for unsheltered individuals during extreme weather conditions. Sharing Life, the Mesquite Ministerial Alliance and the City all contribute to WARM, but unfortunately financial donations are desperately needed. More freezing weather is predicted this year, so please donate today. Visit Sharing.Life/WARM to donate and learn more. 2. Mr. Green stated that the Mesquite Arts Theatre will present “Murder on the Orient Express,” a classic who-done-it mystery that will leave you on the edge of your seats. The show runs from Friday, February 6, 2026, through Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 North Galloway Avenue. For more information and tickets, visit www.MesquiteArtsTheatre.org. Also at the Arts Center, the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra will present “Trial and Tribulation,” on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. For tickets, visit MesquiteSymphony.org. 3. Mr. Green invited citizens to attend a District 2 Neighborhood Meeting on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Dallas College – Eastfield Campus, Building B, 3737 Motley Drive. 4. Ms. Rodriguez-Ross stated that on Valentines Day, Saturday, February 14, 2026, the Mesquite Arts Center will be transformed into a winter wonderland of Valentine’s and glow-in-the-dark fun for the second year of Winter GLOW Fest. Attendees can enjoy workshops, visually stunning glow installations, vendors and music. Celebrate love, light and community. It’s a magical evening of glowing fun for all ages. Enjoy this festive, family-friendly atmosphere for free. 5. Mr. Hubacek stated that the City is looking for new board members. Engaged citizens can volunteer their time, knowledge and expertise to make a difference in the community. By serving on a board or commission, they can have an active voice, be involved in our community and advise the City Council and staff on a wide range of service areas. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Boards to learn more. 6. Mr. Hubacek invited citizens to the Annual Polar Plunge, hosted by the Mesquite Police Department, at Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Drive, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. This event helps to raise funds for Texas athletes to participate in the Special Olympics. You can register or make a monetary donation to help this worthy cause. 7. Mr. Murden stated that February is Black History Month. The City of Mesquite’s Parks and Recreation has an enriching day planned on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from