City of University Park, TX - Government

06/23/2026

Traffic Advisory – 4100 Grassmere

On Wednesday, June 24, there will be an approved closure on Grassmere between Preston and the alley from 7 a.m. to noon. Detours will be in place. This closure is to facilitate a concrete pour.

06/23/2026

Are you interested in being part of breaking an official Guinness World Record? Are you interested in a free water safety lesson? You can do both this Thursday, June 25, 8:15-8:45 AM, at the Holmes Aquatic Center (AKA "The UP Pool)!
We're once again a host site for the annual, national and international World's Largest Swimming Lesson! The record that we hope to help break is the record for the most individuals taking a swim lesson on the same day around the world!
And you will be pleasantly surprised at how much water safety we can cover in a 30 minute class! Registration is free and can be done through CivicRec (see the QR code), or you may register for free on site, the morning of the event.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

06/22/2026

We hope you will sign up and join us for YAC Discovery Day this Friday, June 26, from 9 - 11:15 a.m.

YAC Discovery Day is an interactive introduction to city government for kids (grades 3 – 6 encouraged), including a tour of the UP Police/Fire station and a mock City Council meeting at City Hall!

Register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclg77v2CqqxrmjmqyhNRzH6f-38rYJX6zCkpASjX4xbc-0pQ/viewform

The Youth Advisory Commission is excited to present YAC Discovery Day! ☀️ YAC Discovery Day is an interactive introduction to city government for kids (grades 3 – 6 encouraged), including a tour of the UP Police/Fire station and a mock City Council meeting at City Hall!

The event will take place on Friday, June 26, at University Park City Hall from 9 – 11:15 a.m. Registration is limited to 20 participants. Please register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclg77v2CqqxrmjmqyhNRzH6f-38rYJX6zCkpASjX4xbc-0pQ/viewform

06/19/2026

Pool Update – Weather Delay

Due to lightning in the area, the Holmes Aquatic Center is currently back under a weather delay. Pool operations will resume once conditions are safe.

With storms continuing to move through the area, please use your best judgment before heading to the pool and stay weather aware throughout the day.

For the latest updates on pool operations, please call the Holmes Aquatic Center at 214-987-5611.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

06/19/2026

June 19 storm update #2 -

The main pool and slide at the Holmes Aquatic Center will open at 1:30 p.m. today.

The baby pool will open later, as it is currently being refilled and staff work to rebalance the water chemistry following this morning’s storms.

As storms remain possible throughout the weekend, please stay weather-aware and continue to monitor City communication channels for any additional updates.

Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to seeing you at the pool!

06/19/2026

June 19 storm updates -

- Due to this morning’s storms, all morning events and programs at the Holmes Aquatic Center have been canceled, and the pool will have a delayed opening today. We’ll share an update as soon as today’s operating hours are confirmed.

- City crews are en route to clear debris caused by the storms.

- A reminder: do not drive through flooded roadways or high water.

We will share more updates as they are available.

06/18/2026

Here are some highlights from Tuesday's City Council Meeting.

Watch the video of the meeting and view the full agenda here -
https://uptexas.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=11&clip_id=1991

06/18/2026

Juneteenth Hours and Sanitation Schedule

All City buildings will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The Holmes Aquatic Center will be open for regular hours.

Please note that sanitation will have an adjusted schedule due to the holiday:

Thursday trash routes will be collected on Wednesday
Friday trash routes will be collected on Thursday
View the schedule: https://uptexas.org/281/Holiday-Schedule

06/18/2026

The only thing better than Centennial Park? ➡️ Centennial Park during the annual Park Cities 4th of July Parade! 🇺🇸

We cannot wait to see you for this festive, family event! The parade will start at 9 a.m. at Highland Park Town Hall and end in Centennial Park. As the parade winds down, join us for some family fun activities in Centennial Park beginning at 9:30 a.m. The program in the Centennial Park Gazebo will begin at 10:30 a.m. This celebration is a big one! 🥳🎂