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Let's Talk Temple

Brush & Bulky Item Collections
Let's Talk Temple! Brush and bulky item collection is now on a monthly call-in system. That means residents can now schedule one brush pickup and one bulky item pickup each month at no extra cost. This change makes services more efficient, reliable, and sustainable. 📞 Ne...

Let's Talk Temple

Synergy Park

Let's Talk Temple! Synergy Park is complete and ready to support future development in Temple. This project brings a new roadway along Lorraine Avenue as well as upgraded drainage, water, and wastewater infrastructure, helping pave the way for growth.

Let's Talk Temple

Hotel/Motel Tax Fund

Let’s Talk Temple! Have you ever wondered how the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund is generated and where those dollars go? In this episode, we dive into how this special fund, made up of taxes collected only when people stay in Temple hotels, helps bring festivals, art, and tourism...

Let's Talk Temple

Understanding City Funds

Let’s Talk Temple! Ever wonder how the City of Temple decides what to spend money on? In this episode, we break down the city budget, everything from how funds are divided, to what they can be used for, and how you can help shape the process.

Let's Talk Temple

Crossroads Park

Let's Talk Temple! Crossroads Park is now officially open and serving up some exciting upgrades, including brand new pickleball and tennis courts. With the recently completed expansion, the park now includes 8 tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, plus new lighting and sha...

Let's Talk Temple

4th Street Parking Garage

Let’s Talk Temple! The brand-new 4th Street Parking Garage is officially open! Located at the corner of Central Avenue and 4th Street, this 415-space garage provides convenient parking for residents and visitors to explore everything Downtown Temple has to offer, from un...

Let's Talk Temple

Follow The Can: Temple's Recycling Process

Let's Talk Temple! This Earth Day, we are sharing what happens to your recyclables after they leave your bin. In this episode, we follow a can through the recycling process, from curbside pickup to being sorted, prepped, and ready for reuse.

Let's Talk Temple

North Pea Ridge Road

Let’s Talk Temple! Phase 1 of the North Pea Ridge Road project is underway, bringing exciting upgrades. Improvements include widening the road to three 12-foot lanes, installing new water lines, and adding a 10-foot sidewalk for better pedestrian access - benefiting both...

Let's Talk Temple

Public Safety Training Center

Let’s Talk Temple! We first highlighted the Public Safety Training Center in July of 2024, and now we are excited to share that this project is nearly complete!

Let's Talk Temple

Crossroads Park Expansion

Let’s Talk Temple! Calling all tennis and pickleball fans - Crossroads Park is leveling up with exciting new court additions. Currently featuring six tennis courts, the park is adding two more, bringing the total to 8 courts. Construction is also happening on six brand-n...

Let's Talk Temple

Brush & Bulky Item Collections

Let's Talk Temple! Brush and bulky item collection is now on a monthly call-in system. That means residents can now schedule one brush pickup and one bulky item pickup each month at no extra cost. This change makes services more efficient, reliable, and sustainable. 📞 Ne...

Let's Talk Temple

Synergy Park

Let's Talk Temple! Synergy Park is complete and ready to support future development in Temple. This project brings a new roadway along Lorraine Avenue as well as upgraded drainage, water, and wastewater infrastructure, helping pave the way for growth.

Let's Talk Temple

Hotel/Motel Tax Fund

Let’s Talk Temple! Have you ever wondered how the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund is generated and where those dollars go? In this episode, we dive into how this special fund, made up of taxes collected only when people stay in Temple hotels, helps bring festivals, art, and tourism...

Let's Talk Temple

Understanding City Funds

Let’s Talk Temple! Ever wonder how the City of Temple decides what to spend money on? In this episode, we break down the city budget, everything from how funds are divided, to what they can be used for, and how you can help shape the process.

Let's Talk Temple

Crossroads Park

Let's Talk Temple! Crossroads Park is now officially open and serving up some exciting upgrades, including brand new pickleball and tennis courts. With the recently completed expansion, the park now includes 8 tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, plus new lighting and sha...

Let's Talk Temple

4th Street Parking Garage

Let’s Talk Temple! The brand-new 4th Street Parking Garage is officially open! Located at the corner of Central Avenue and 4th Street, this 415-space garage provides convenient parking for residents and visitors to explore everything Downtown Temple has to offer, from un...

Let's Talk Temple

Follow The Can: Temple's Recycling Process

Let's Talk Temple! This Earth Day, we are sharing what happens to your recyclables after they leave your bin. In this episode, we follow a can through the recycling process, from curbside pickup to being sorted, prepped, and ready for reuse.

Let's Talk Temple

North Pea Ridge Road

Let’s Talk Temple! Phase 1 of the North Pea Ridge Road project is underway, bringing exciting upgrades. Improvements include widening the road to three 12-foot lanes, installing new water lines, and adding a 10-foot sidewalk for better pedestrian access - benefiting both...

Let's Talk Temple

Public Safety Training Center

Let’s Talk Temple! We first highlighted the Public Safety Training Center in July of 2024, and now we are excited to share that this project is nearly complete!

Let's Talk Temple

Crossroads Park Expansion

Let’s Talk Temple! Calling all tennis and pickleball fans - Crossroads Park is leveling up with exciting new court additions. Currently featuring six tennis courts, the park is adding two more, bringing the total to 8 courts. Construction is also happening on six brand-n...